Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Cedar Rapids: 4:19 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (319) 206-3806 to confirm.
Location & directions
288 Blairs Ferry Road NortheastCedar Rapids, IA 52402
About Willie Ray's Q Shack
Willie Ray's Q Shack is a barbecue restaurant located at 288 Blairs Ferry Road Northeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It's part of our guide to 268 restaurants, cafes and bars in Cedar Rapids.
Willie Ray's Q Shack is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
You can visit for dine-in.
Phone: (319) 206-3806.
Quick facts
- Category
- Barbecue Restaurant
- Address
- 288 Blairs Ferry Road Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
- Phone
- (319) 206-3806
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for barbecue restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Willie Ray's Q Shack’s weekday schedule with 8 other barbecue restaurants in Iowa. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 8:00 PM).
In total it is open about 30 hours a week, 23 hours fewer than the local median of 53. 62% of barbecue restaurants in Iowa open on Sundays; Willie Ray's Q Shack does not.
Compared with 8 other barbecue restaurants in Iowa that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for barbecue restaurants in Iowa
Based on 6 menus with 633 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $9.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.00 and $15.00.
We don’t have Willie Ray's Q Shack’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what barbecue restaurants in Iowa typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Pulled Pork | 67% | $8.50 |
| Burnt Ends | 67% | $9.99 |
| Onion Rings | 50% | $9.50 |
| Side Salad | 50% | $5.40 |
Calculated from 6 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Willie Ray's Q Shack there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 47 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Sandwiches & Delis (8), Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), American (5), and Burgers & Fast Food (3).
Willie Ray's Q Shack is the only barbecue restaurant within a mile. The next closest is Billy Sims Barbecue, 3.3 mi away.
22 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisMilio's< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsPopeyes0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsTuscany Grill0.2 mi
- ThaiNaRa Thai Cuisine0.2 mi
- AmericanThird Base Sports Bar & Brewery0.3 mi
What to expect at a barbecue restaurant
American barbecue means meat cooked low and slow over wood smoke, and every region has its own rules. Central Texas is about beef brisket with a simple salt-and-pepper rub; Kansas City does a bit of everything with a thick sweet sauce; Memphis is known for ribs, wet or dry; and the Carolinas are pork country, with vinegar or mustard sauces.
What to order
- Brisket – ask for “moist” (fatty) or “lean” cuts
- Pork ribs – spare ribs or baby backs
- Pulled pork – often served as a sandwich
- Burnt ends – a Kansas City specialty
Good to know
- Arrive early – popular items often sell out before closing time.
- Ordering by the pound and sharing is usually the best value for groups.
- Many places only open a few days a week; check the hours before driving out.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Willie Ray's Q Shack's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Willie Ray's Q Shack open on Sunday?
No, Willie Ray's Q Shack is closed on Sundays.
Where is Willie Ray's Q Shack located?
Willie Ray's Q Shack is located at 288 Blairs Ferry Road Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402.
What is the phone number of Willie Ray's Q Shack?
You can call Willie Ray's Q Shack at (319) 206-3806.
Does Willie Ray's Q Shack offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Willie Ray's Q Shack. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Willie Ray's Q Shack open late?
No, Willie Ray's Q Shack usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Willie Ray's Q Shack?
There are 47 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Willie Ray's Q Shack. Nearby options include Milio's (< 0.1 mi), Popeyes (0.1 mi), and Tuscany Grill (0.2 mi).
Are there other barbecue restaurants near Willie Ray's Q Shack?
None within a mile. The closest is Billy Sims Barbecue, 3.3 mi away.
How much do barbecue restaurants in Iowa cost?
Based on 6 menus with 633 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Iowa, the median menu item costs $9.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.00 and $15.00.
Nearby places
All in Cedar Rapids
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