Shady Akers' BBQ

1881 County Rd Z, Arkdale
(608) 339-0597

Recent Reviews

Courtney McGlynn

My husband and I stopped in here on a whim on a Tuesday, and were extremely impressed with the quality of food! Nothing beats a middle of nowhere restaurant with extremely good barbecue! We shared large orders of everything and still had food to take home! Next time we’re in the area, we definitely will be stopping back again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork 1 2 lbs

Adam Ehlers

It's one of those bars where as soon as you walk in the place goes quiet and every single person in there all turn to look at you simultaneously. I think it's a group of regulars just sitting there talking smack about tourists all day and I kind of love it. I almost didn't want to leave a review because I don't want this place to get too busy!!I'm a BBQ addict, and I always try it when I drive by and see a pit smoke going in the back. This place: TOP NOTCH. It really doesn't get better.And the lady behind the bar is as sweet as can be, she will make you feel right at home.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mac and Cheese

diane kinzer

Excellent food and service! Girls weekend getaway and we all loved the food and people. Highly recommend. Wonderful bbq!⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich

Daniel Perez

Had the brisckit poutine and home made sauces. It was great...

Food: 5

Joyce Mc Laughlin

First time there. Great food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Poutine, Mac and Cheese

Martin B.

If you're looking for barbecue, this place has what you are craving. Have sampled pretty much everything off of the menu and everything has been spot on delicious... Another fantastic place for an Old Fashioned... Bring cash, they don't take too kind to plastic ;-) but they do have an ATM... Make sure you get your butt in a chair when the train comes by... You'll see...

Michelle McNelly

Food was so good, I will be back! Train went by while we were there and they have this thing when a train goes by you run and sit in a bar stool and the bartender draws a number and the person sitting in that number bar stool gets a free drink. I thought that was pretty fun ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Poutine

Cortney Waite

Decided to try somewhere new. Bartender was lovely, atmosphere was very inviting. Now to the best part. THE FOOD! Delicious. Decided to try what was available. Smoked Chicken, brisket, pulled pork, and poutine with a side of mac and cheese. Not one thing disappointed. Poutine was a meal in itself and definitely going to be back for more. Smoked chicken was juicy and full of flavor. Briskit fell apart had so much flavor. Definitely going to see about catering in the future!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: BBQ Poutine

Crystal Cowart

Excellent food created by Mark Akers. Friendly, warm atmosphere. Wonderful local stop.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich, Chicken Plate, Smoked Bone-In Wings, 1 2 lb Meat Platter with Pulled Pork Texas Sausage and 1 4 lb Brisket, BBQ Poutine, Mac and Cheese, Coleslaw, Pulled Pork 1 2 lbs

Stacy Bolwerk

Friendly service and great food! Thanks for the pleasant experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich

Nxt Lvl

Mark and Tracy are great owners and make spectacular food! Much recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich

Rebecca Richardson

What amazing gem! My husband and I stopped in for lunch today and were thrilled with the experience. We ordered the smoked wings and brisket with sides of shady corn and red skinned potato salad. The house seasoning on the wings was well paired with all the house sauces. The corn was unique and savory fantastic. The potato salad was on par with the very best homemade. The brisket was as tender as one would expect from a gifted BBQ place. The service was prompt and friendly and the atmosphere was charming. We will be back as often as possible. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

W Gent

Brisket was bomb, every single side had flavor, the homemade pickles were legit, cornbread was a hit and that spicy bbq sauce I got me one for the home fridge. If you are in the area IMO one of the best options around. Tip my hat to everyone involved in the grind that is Good BBQ.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Miceli

The best BBQ in the midwest hands down. Great staff great food and lots of fun!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah R

Great place in the middle of nowhere! Excellent poutine! ❤️

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

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