Based on 729 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Drive-through ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
8140 Valley Pike, Middletown, VA 22645
Phone: (540) 508-4274
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Hours
| Thursday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–7 PM |
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Reviews
Whole Newlife
It was amazing. Crispy and delicious coating on the chicken, soft shell crab and fried oysters. Everything was simply Devine! And sitting outside under the shade to eat while overlooking the gorgeous countryside was the topper. Loved it tons!
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DT LI
Best BBQ and dessert I had! I lived literally 2 hours away, stumbled upon the place when I was driving to Tennessee 2 years ago. Stopped by for food, been going back since.
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Michael Gracey
I visited late on a Saturday morning to experience what all the reviews were saying as I headed east from the Shenandoah region. The store and eatery, a converted service station from appearances, sits conveniently near the intersection of I-81 and VA-11. The back of the place boasts a welcoming view of the mountains in the distance, which if not for the slightly cooler temperatures would have been where I ate. Walking inside led me to a charming country store with all kinds of food items for purchase and more. Inside seating seemed to accommodate maybe 20 or so, including a window seat next to the freezer that suited me just fine. Service at the ordering counter proved welcoming, pleasant, and efficient, as my food was cheerfully handed to me within a reasonable time of roughly 15 minutes or so.
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Jung Lee
I enjoyed their brisket as it is well seasoned and has great smoked flavor. Perhaps it could have been more moist but overall it is quite good. Their sides are also well thought of. Another positive is that they serve a lot of craft beers.
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Jennifer
My lifelong love for BBQ comes from Schaffer’s. If their pulled pork BBQ and cole slaw were my last meal, I’d go happy!
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c shalev
The pork bbq was amazing as well as the ribs! My kids loved the Mac and cheese too. Great food overall! Staff were kind and checked on us twice! Highly recommend!
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Elise Richard
The whole place smelled like perfectly smoked barbeque. The brisket was delicious. Mouth wateringly flavored with pepper and smoke. Absolutely fantastic. The pork was unlike any we’ve had. They called it chopped not pulled. It resembles more like a pate. The flavors were good but the brisket’s smoke was stronger. I loved it. I got the peanut butter pie and my husband got the banana pudding. Both were fantastic. We will be back when we pass back through
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Kristin Fox
As a local, I have eaten here frequently. I am quite particular about food, I admit. This is a top notch place with some of the best smoked food I have eaten. They also have the most delicious homemade desserts, old time sodas, great selection of local spice rubs, IPA Heaven and lots of hospitality!! That said, my personal gripe is the recent inconsistency of the ranch potato salad. I had been eating it for a year because it was one of my favorites but in the last two months, obviously they have hired someone who doesn’t know how long to cook the potatoes. I don’t like crunchy potatoes. The celery gave enough crunch. Depending on who makes it!! Getting tired of spending money on it and getting home to find that I was the one who bought it on a day that someone didn’t know how to cook it. Gave 4 stars because you deserve it but consistency matters to ME…..so I probably won’t buy the potato salad any longer. Will still be a regular though!
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benjamin weirauch
Awesome place to check out. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing, had the brisket sandwich and left full with no complaints. The outdoor seating is a great way to enjoy the delicious meal.
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Cameron B
Shaffer’s BBQ is a family-owned and operated restaurant that has been serving up delicious barbecue in the Shenandoah Valley since 1952. The restaurant is located in a former gas station that has been beautifully restored, and it offers a casual dining atmosphere with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.
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