Menu
Hickory-smoked in Kennesaw since 2008
Order at the counter. Pulled pork, St. Louis-cut spare ribs, hand-cut brisket, smoked chicken and Southern sides — with Top Rail, our house sauce, on the side.
Starters & Salads
- $6.95
Housemade Smoked Sausage
Served with Grilled Peppers & Onions and Sauce on the Side
- Cup $5.95 · Bowl $7.95
Brunswick Stew
- $8.95
Caesar Salad
- $8.95
The Shanty Wedge
- $7.95
House Salad
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Onions
Add A Protein To Your Salad
- +$5.50
Pulled Pork
- +$7.50
Pulled Chicken
- +$8.50
Pulled Brisket
Dressings: house-made Blue Cheese, Balsamic, Ranch.
Sandwiches
Sandwich Only or Make it a Combo. Served with Pickles and Sauce on the Side
- $7.95
Pulled Pork
- $9.95
Pulled Chicken
- $13.25
Brisket
Sliced or Pulled
- +$3.25
Combo with Chips & Drink
- +$4.00
Combo with 1 Side & Drink
- +$0.60
Add Slaw to Sandwich
Please let us know about food allergies, or if you’d like no bread, when you place your order.
Plates
Served with bread, pickles and 2 sides
- $29.99
Steve’s Sampler Platter
2 ribs, brisket, sausage, pulled pork, pulled chicken
- $14.25
Pulled Pork
- $15.35
Pulled Chicken
- $12.95
Sausage
2 Links with Grilled Peppers & Onions
- $22.95
Brisket
Pulled or Sliced
- $8.25
Side Only Plate – Pick 3
- $10.25
Side Only Plate – Pick 4
Shanty Smoked Chicken
Served with bread, pickles and sauce on the side
- $7.99
1/4 Bird
white or dark
- $13.50
1/2 Bird
- +$4.99
Make it a Plate – Choice of 2 Sides
Smoked Whole Wings
Whole Wings – Served Memphis Dry Rub with Sauce on the Side or Tossed in our Spicy BBQ Sauce. Choice of Blue Cheese, Ranch or Regular BBQ Sauce for dipping.
- $12.95
6 Wings/1 Dipping Sauce
- $19.95
12 Wings / 2 Dipping Sauces
- $28.95
18 Wings / 3 Dipping Sauces
- $36.24
24 Wings/4 Dipping Sauces
“Killer” Spare Ribs
Served with bread & sauce on the side
- $14.25
1/4 Slab
3 bones
- $20.85
1/2 Slab
5 to 6 bones
- $32.95
Full Slab
10 to 12 bones
- +$4.99
Make it a Plate Choice of 2 Sides
Meat Sampler
Served with bread, pickles, side of sauce and choice of: 1/4 Chicken (white or dark), Pulled Pork, 1/4 Slab of Ribs, Pulled Chicken, Sausage or Brisket (Sliced or Pulled)
- $19.95
Pick Two
- $21.95
Pick Three
- +$4.99
Make it a Plate – Choice of 2 Sides
Shanty Signatures
- $14.95
Smokehouse Bowl
Bed of Frito Chips, Choice of Brisket, Pork or Chicken, Topped with Shanty Smoked Beans, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream and a Side of Sauce
- $14.95
Rib Tips/Bites
Slow Smoked Rib Tips Served Tossed In Our Spicy BBQ Sauce or Memphis Dry Rub with Sauce on the side, Served with your choice of blue cheese or ranch for dipping.
- $12.25
The Spudzilla
Monster Sized Smoked Potato, Choice of Brisket, Pork or Chicken, Topped with Cheese, Sour Cream and a Side of Sauce
- +$4.99
Make it a Plate with a Choice of Two Sides
Sides & Extras
- $1.50
Chips
- $2.99
Smoked Baked Beans
- $2.99
Coleslaw
- $2.99
Potato Salad
- $3.25
Side of the Day
- $3.00
Side Salad
House Salad with choice of Blue Cheese, Balsamic or Ranch Dressing
- $0.75
Extra Salad Dressing
- $0.25
Extra Pickles
- Small $0.75 · Medium $2.00 · Large $3.25
Extra BBQ Sauce
Shanty Top Rail House Sauce
Kid’s Meal
Choice of: pulled pork or pulled chicken
- $5.25
Mini Sandwich w/chips
- $1.00
Kid’s Drink
Desserts
Award Winning Banana Pudding and the Crisp-of-the-Day
- Cup $5.25 · Pint $9.95
Banana Pudding
- Cup $6.25 · Pint $10.25
Crisp of the Day
Drinks
- $2.80
Fountain Drinks & Tea
Meats by the Pound
Includes Bread, Sauce and Dill Pickle Slices
- $20.95
Pulled Chicken
- $19.95
Pulled Pork
- $32.95
Brisket
Sliced or Pulled
Group Meals
Includes Bread, Sauce, Dill Pickle Slices and 2 Pints of Sides
- $47.25
Pulled Pork
2lbs
- $61.55
Ribs & Birds
Full Slab & 2 Half Birds
- $71.95
Rib Meal
2 Full Slabs
- $57.95
Ribs & Pulled Pork
Full Slab & 1lb Pork
- $52.95
Pulled Pork & Pulled Chicken
1lb of Pork and 1lb of Chicken
Large Sides
- Pint $6.95
Coleslaw/Potato Salad/Baked Beans
- Pint $7.95
Side of the Day
- Pint $9.95
Brunswick Stew
*** Gluten-friendly options available. Please note these items are prepared in a shared kitchen and may not be suitable for guests with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of ribs does Big Shanty Smokehouse serve?
St. Louis-cut pork spare ribs — hickory-smoked with a Memphis-style dry rub — served by the quarter slab (3 bones), half slab (5 to 6 bones), or full slab (10 to 12 bones), with bread and sauce on the side.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse serve baby back ribs?
Our ribs are St. Louis-cut pork spare ribs. Baby backs are not a regular menu item.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse serve beef ribs?
No. Beef ribs are not part of our regular menu. Our signature ribs are St. Louis-cut pork spare ribs. On rare occasions, we may offer beef ribs as a limited special, which will be announced in advance on our Daily Specials page.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse have brisket?
Yes — hickory-smoked beef brisket, hand-cut and served sliced or pulled, is one of Big Shanty’s most-loved items. Available by the sandwich, on a plate, or by the pound.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse have gluten-free options?
Big Shanty Smokehouse is gluten-friendly rather than gluten-free. Gluten-friendly options are available, and many items can be ordered without bread. Please note these items are prepared in a shared kitchen and may not be suitable for guests with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities.
What is Big Shanty Smokehouse known for?
Championship barbecue that blends Memphis and Georgia styles — hickory-smoked St. Louis-cut pork spare ribs, hand-cut beef brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken, from the flagship restaurant of Willingham’s® World Champion BBQ in Kennesaw, Georgia.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse sauce its barbecue?
No. We don’t sauce our meat because we believe the cooking process, the seasonings and the meat should be the star of the show, and the sauce is a complement to that. Every meal comes with a portion of Top Rail, our house sauce, on the side, and the full line of Willingham’s® W’ham® sauces is available in house.
Does Big Shanty Smokehouse have vinegar or mustard sauce?
We don’t serve Carolina-style vinegar or mustard sauces. Our house sauce is Top Rail, a well-balanced, sweet and smoky Georgia/Tennessee-style sauce and a Shanty staple since 2008. The full line of Willingham’s® W’ham® sauces is also available in house.
What style of barbecue does Big Shanty Smokehouse serve?
Our style is shaped by our pitmaster’s deep Memphis roots with Willingham’s® and our own local Georgia heritage. Together they make our award-winning barbecue style.