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| - Oh Shane's how I have missed you!
I used to live in walking distance of the Afton Ridge Shopping center and when the Shane's Rib Shack location opened up there a over a year ago it instantly became a favorite in our household. Not living as closely now I haven't been as frequent a visitor and driving by last week I was extremely disappointed to find out that they have closed recently. Not really sure why as they were always busy (and had decent Yelp reviews!) but I had not given up. A quick Yelp search showed two locations still alive and kicking and I needed to get my fix.
This location is directly across the street from Northlake Mall, luckily not far away. The inside is what I've come to expect, clean yet sort of rustic black and white motif. I ordered the 1lb chopped barbeque chicken (I was rather hungry) and a drink and sat down. Food came out quick enough and I finally got to feast. The chicken is as delicious as I remember. Moist, tangy, just enough spice. There are sauces on the table for you to have your pick of flavors but I personally don't find it necessary on the chicken, it's wonderful as is. There are so many wonderful restaraunts with all sorts of barbeque dishes so it's really hard to pick a "best," but if your speaking strictly chicken, this is near the top of my list. I didn't get a side, but my dish did come with four pieces of Shane's secret weapon, their delicious Texas Toast! That bread is truly wonderful. Soft and light. I know it's just buttered bread, but it's damn near perfect buttered bread. A little tip, some of there sandwiches (like the "Big Dad" pulled pork) come on the Texas Toast and some come on a plain bun, but they will always sub out the normal bun for toast if you ask. It can only make your experience better.
This place does not disappoint and I plan to visit again soon.
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