ATLANTA, April 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the National Pork Board, U.S. pork demand domestically grew by 5.6 percent in 2013. Committed to contributing to the pork industry's growth in 2014 and serving high-quality pork menu items at its restaurants, Shane's Rib Shack, an all-American rib shack restaurant, announces its annual Rib Giveaway.  On Saturday, May 17, the first 100 guests at participating Shane's Rib Shack locations will receive a free half rack of slow-cooked baby back ribs, a 20 ounce beverage and special edition Rib Giveaway t-shirt in honor of the official month of BBQ.

"Since we founded Shane's Rib Shack 12 years ago in McDonough, Ga., our main priority has been to serve our customers the best-tasting, all-American barbecue and provide a place that feels like home," says Shane Thompson, president and founder of Shane's Rib Shack.  "Seventy locations later, we are still committed to providing customers in each location with the best food and customer experience. Our fifth annual Rib Giveaway provides us the opportunity to say thank you to all of our loyal customers and fans who have made Shane's Rib Shack what it is today."

For more information or to find a nearby location, visit www.shanesribshack.com.

About Shane's Rib Shack
Shane's Rib Shack is a true American rib shack, known for its slow-cooked ribs, hand-chopped chicken and pork, and many southern sides to complement each plate.  The original shack was founded in 2002, in McDonough, Ga. by Shane Thompson, who started the restaurant with his grandfather's secret BBQ sauce.  Since becoming a franchised restaurant in 2004, Shane's Rib Shack has grown to become the country's model fast-casual barbecue concept. In 2011, Shane's Rib Shack was recognized by Fast Casual Magazine's 2011 Top 100 Movers and Shakers, and in 2010, Shane's was recognized by "Inc. Magazine 5,000," as one of the fastest growing, private companies in America. Shane's Rib Shack currently operates 70 locations.  For more information, visit http://www.shanesribshack.com.  

SOURCE Shane's Rib Shack