Outstanding service and BBQ. Used Shep's catering service and everything was very good. Recommend using Shep's BBQ for next party!!

Wow! I was so hungry that I didn't even snap any pics. I was in town on a business trip and had come to Yelp to see reviews of local restaurants and Shep's was one of the first ones to appear in my search. I'll say, I was not disappointed! I ordered a sliced brisket sandwich and fried okra. The brisket was tender and tasty and the bbq sauce was on point! I'm hoping I have another trip to Palestine in the future because I know exactly where I'll go dine!

Scrumdiddlyumptious! Great service, friendly folks, they try real hard to please each customer. Keep up the good work guys and gals. Look forward to seeing you on Friday and Saturday catfish days. The side dishes are excellent and tease the pallet. Thank you for many years of service to our community and have a great Thanksgiving and Christmas. Can you tell I'm a man a few words he! he!

Great food and service. I ordered the brisket sandwich, green beans and Mac and cheese for the side. Great place to eat BBQ in Palestine TX

Delicious!!! We were told by one of the locals this was a place to try and we were so glad we did.

On a recent road trip to Louisiana, cutting through southeast Texas we came across this great eatery. It was Friday night and catfish was the special. And yes it was special! Crunchy on the outside, soft and meaty on the outside. No thin straps here, hearty thick pieces. Served with tartar and cocktail sauce. Our other entree for dinner was the Mailman, chopped brisket and sausage with onions and peppers served over a bed of fries, topped with shredded cheese. It was a full plate! So good and flavorful! Generous portions of both dishes. Friendly and inviting staff. We didn't get to try all of their sides but the ones we had were very good. Can't wait to get back. If you're passing through or need a reason to get out of the house, go to Shep's, you won't be disappointed!!

Huge portions at a fair price. Fresh sides that are a little salty but still delicious. I got a 2 meat to go and the container was collapsing from the weight. This doesn't look like a good place from the outside and the parking lot. Inside is just a BBQ place, nothing fancy or trendy but the food makes up for it.

This is obviously a town favorite. Everyone knows everyone, lots of smiles and chatter. Inside there are maybe 12-14 tables, with your typical BBQ joint decor. They offer daily specials as well as bbq. I had the smoked Turkey and my daughter had the brisket sandwich. Both meats were tender and juicy. Those green beans: yum! I wasn't a fan of the potato salad. It had a mustard/vinegar flavor that I didn't care for. Sweet tea was perfect! And the owner and other employees were so sweet. Glad we checked out this local favorite!

Pkasters! I WAS NOTa BBQ guy until now. This spot has some delicious food. The links on point and the veggies perfect. The water taste weird to me because it was pure. LOL. Remember. I'm from Bklyn. It's intimate and feels like Palestine in all the good ways. Family owned. Family size portions. Family Love. If you're in town or passing through stop by and tell them Pk sent you!

Shep's is the only place I go when I want bbq in east Texas. They have a nice selection of smoked meats - brisket (chopped or sliced), chicken, sausage, ribs. Chicken fried steak is available as well. Sides include turnip greens, Mac & cheese, fried okra, green beans, corn on the cob to name a few. Peach cobbler for dessert. You can get cornbread or regular bread with your meal. Service is fast & friendly. This place is full of charm and the food is outstanding! Portions are large so expect to take some home.