We had the 2 meat plate to share, with brisket and sausage. They also gave a sample of the pork…read morebelly. All the meats were tender, moist, and had a great smokey flavour. Our sides were the Mac and cheese and the potato salad. The sides are the BBQ southern style, so a bit softer in texture but still nice to eat when you consider the style. Banana pudding was tasty. They have tables for seating inside. Most people ordered takeout. There is some street parking right outside. Service was super friendly. They gave us free wings to try as well and told us about the history of the shop and the owner. Really enjoyed it and would come back!

The bbq meats are cooked very well, tender and not dry (even the chicken!). Good smoke ring. The…read moresides are pretty average, coleslaw was disappointing. I think they are going for the back yard cookout theme- a bunch of guys at the back working the slow cooker. It smells like a bbq, slow and smoky. Overall a decent place but no parking. The Main Street streetcar does stop right in front.

Me and my bestfriend found a great Texas style BBQ spot downtown with generous portions and a fun…read morebar atmosphere. The back ribs were tender and juicy, the chicken wings were a solid favorite, and the smoked sausage was soft and flavorful with just the right amount of smokiness. The brisket was a little fatty for us, but the Caesar salad with thick-cut bacon balanced everything out really nicely. A very satisfying place for a casual meal with friends.

Excuse the mostly eaten plate but we couldn't wait! The ribs, and pulled pork were amazing but the…read morestar of the show was the corn on the cob, recommended by a couple sitting next to us. With stiff drinks, cozy atmosphere, and amazing staff we've added this to going 'go to date' spots.

Absolutely loved this place! Especially the gluten free chicken tenders and the different dipping…read moresauces on the brisket. Oh, and the fries were so good! This place is definitely rave-worthy. Pros: - Very very very tasty food - Plenty of gluten free options - Plenty of seating Cons: - Food took a while to arrive when it was busy - Parking nearby was a bit difficult (though doable on side streets)

Barque is a laid back local smokehouse restaurant on Roncy…read more Food (4/5) - it's a smaller menu of starters, mains and sides... all southern smokehouse themed. - Smoked Beef Brisket - thought it was very average. Expected it to be much more moist fall off bone-like but it was more like a roast beef cut you might find at a buffet. Brisket Jus was not bad. - Side Jambalaya - this was a tasty version of jambalaya with flavourful sausage, chicken, onions in a simmered sauce. - Pimento Mac N' Cheese - nice cheesy mix of mac and cheese with a ketchup panko topping. Service (3.5/5) - was a bit slow and had to flag the server couple times. Maybe because was out on the side patio. Atmosphere (3.5/5) - it's a bit of a rustic feel overall, dark and dim inside and outdoor patio has rustic patio furniture and tables. Overhead rollable patio cover and heaters to support colder weather and rainy days. Overall (3.5/5) - found it ok overall. Thought the facilities and service might be a bit more premium based on the prices. Yes the prices are premium for the portion sizes imo... although they build the gratuity into the prices.

Got the Elvis and big got to share as group of 4. Just enough food. Recommend the creamsicle sauce…read morefor wings - think spicy gar par. The ribs are fall of the bone ready without being dry. The corn bread is a little dry but I enjoyed it with the excess sauce and beans and slaw. Heads up, if dining in,the only water available is bottled water. Not much seating - only a few tables of 4. But not much waiting needed as I guess most people get take out. If dine in, they take your order at the table and the service was friendly overall.

My dad decided to get this, and he said there was a massive line, as he told me I tried the brisket…read moresandwich and the wings, it would be better if we tried right when it was ordered but it was still pretty good. The brisket was tender, and melts in your mouth, fries were crispy, I don't like bbq smothered in bbq sauce but this place was actually pretty good. I have to come here in person and try it while it is hot

We got takeout from here a few times…read more The brisket is our favorite. (5 stars) We got the ribs, they were good but not fantastic. (4 stars) With both of these comes BBQ sauce. (5+ stars) This usually comes in a big portion (at least for our ratio of meat to sauce). Ambiance: was just there for takeout. Mostly for fast food. Service: the service is fantastic, very friendly and not trying to oversell. Bonus: they have a Christmas special where they give a free banana pudding for orders over 30$.

Beach Hill Smokehouse specializes in Central Texas style BBQ where the meat is the star - seasoned…read morewith a salt pepper dry rub and slow cooked with all of the meat flavor. We got the Family Cookout: 1/2 lb of Brisket, 1 lb of Ribs, 2 Sausages, 1/2 lb Turkey, 1 large Beans, 1 large Potato Salad, and 1 large Coleslaw for $85. The food was top notch - meat was so well cooked and fell off the bone. Everything was seasoned perfectly and I didn't feel the need to douse everything in BBQ sauce. Friendly service as well - I'm definitely going to return as a regular!

Fantastic bbq. Best in the city!…read more Wife surprised me with this for my pre-birthday. Didn't know it was Michelin recommended and I understand why. This place tastes amazing. Angus beef brisket was perfect Texas bbq. Juicy, great flavour, perfect flop Short rib is the best beef rib in the city. Juicy, unctuous, meaty. Amazing. Honey garlic wings had excellent smoke. Fantastic. Mac and cheese was delicious and cheesy. Best I've had in toronto. Maple smoked beans were ok. I wouldn't order again though. Poutine has a great gravy that had a nice depth of flavour. One of my favourite poutines. Tri tip had chimichurri on it which was a nice touch. Tougher of meat is not my preference but still had great flavour and smoke. Beef ribs were decent. But short rib better. Of note is that all the beef items are seasoned differently so you can order it all and have different flavours. One thing to know is the place is a bit of a dive. It's not pretty, but boy is it delicious. It does come off a little less clean than it could be. Cashier guy was friendly, but a bit slow. Not a big deal though.

Another family birthday meant another feast of choice by my cousin. He chose Northern Smokes, a…read moreMichelin Guide Recommended spot that's been serving up 100% Halal Southern Style BBQ since 2019. Great choice! We had their Family Platter 1, which includes 2lb Brisket, 2 1/2lb Korean Short Ribs, 1 1/2lb Chicken Legs, 1lb Wings, bread and a small house BBQ sauce, plus Jalapeno Corn and Smoked Maple Beans. My cousin made her famous Mac 'n' Cheese, and we also had homemade cornbread, dinner rolls, and Potato Salad from Costco. All the meats were very tender and delicious, with a nice smoky flavour that was just right. The brisket was outstanding - so tender. The short ribs were perfectly cooked and the chicken was very flavourful. The corn and beans held up their end - the perfect side dishes. Not to be outdone, my cousin made her famous mac 'n' cheese, and some cornbread. Potato salad and dinner rolls completed the main portion of our meal.

A fun stop on our way to Niagara Falls. This place is clearly a labor of love for the owner, who…read morehappened to serve our table while we were there. The decor is very much in keeping with the classic barbecue joints of the south, the Coca-Cola decorations, the table coverings, even the jukebox in the corner playing rock 'n' roll music. The ribs were very good, although I was glad I got the sauce on the side as it was not exactly to my taste. Barbecue sauce is a very personal matter for most people and I'm sure lots of folks would enjoy it. The fried pickles were an unexpected delight, particularly the house made ranch which really accentuated the flavor. About the only disappointment of the meal was the dried out biscuits and coleslaw that was flavored with some thing unusual. Again, I suspect lots of folks would enjoy these items. I don't know if we will ever come again but we would certainly make a return visit.

Classic southern BBQ place, all the classics really well done. Ribs, brisket, pulled pork, all well…read moredone. Pies are surprisingy good.

Best bbq/ smoked meat I've had in a very long time. The…read moreribs had the house sauce, very good not too sweet or spicy. Both the brisket and pulled pork were very tender and flavourful. Only good quality meat tastes this good. The coleslaw was good . The secrete ingredient in the dressing was mango. Don't worry if you don't like mango. You don't taste it, it's just part of the background flavour and creates a flavour profile that is amazing. Same with the potato salad, tiny bits of mango in it, it just blends with all the other ingredients to create something really special. Service was excellent, I think it was the owner, but judging by the place, all the employees would be as knowledgeable and helpful, I diols mention, the wings. Very good, the honey garlic sauce dripped of onto the plater, I loved dipping the fries in it. We tried the hot honey on the side. Normally I don't like the spicy, but even with the kick it had, it was very good. The price point was very good. Even with the recent increases in price, it more affordable and higher quality than our regular spots closer to home. We had the feast for 2 for $75. It could have fed 1 or 2 more. We loved it. Cleanliness was excellent and exceptional. Looking in the kitchen, I've never seen a cleaner place. The only negative which is a positive for us. The sausages were not ready. My husband was disappointed, but it's good to know the food is that fresh and probably why the rest was so good and so fresh and flavourful. This is a place we will be coming back to and would recommend

This place is not too pricey…read more Half ribs were tender enough & the sauce was good: on the tart side & slightly spicy. Half was large. 1/2 lb brisket was good. It could be fattier. Lamb sausage (daily meat) was good: very meaty & slightly spicy, with a nice spice mix. Cornbread was pretty good: moist enough & quite rich. Mac & cheese was good: nice breading, a bit firm & with a very rich & cheesy sauce. The washroom is surprisingly stylish.

Today i bought a Tomahawk, Best steak I've ever had. Everything they sell is top quality. I'll…read moredefinitely be going back.

I just want to add the customer service here is above and beyond. When I order, especially cuts…read morethat are clearly for a special occasion, they call me to make sure I get exactly what I want. And when I predictably say "I'm not sure! I just want it to be delicious and nice and special!" They always, always deliver. It's such a rare experience and I adore them!

There were some highs and lows to this meal so I would give it more of a meh star level but they…read moredid have great service and attention to detail. All the food is tapas style so be prepared to spend a pretty penny to be full! We started out the night with some cornbread du jour on the house. Little mouthfuls of soft cornbread seasoned with herbs was a good start. The tartar was one of the better dishes with great seasoning and the chips held up surprisingly well. The brisket was a nice, tender meat with a good meat to fat ratio. I can see the effort placed into this dish. Unfortunately, even though the fish had a delightful crisp skin it was a little dry and lacking in flavour. The smoked cauliflower was the most disappointing. It tasted more like raw cauliflower than anything else. Not sure where I was suppose to find the smoked flavour but it was the weakest of all the dishes. Will probably be back to try out their cocktails but not again for dinner.

The Bootleg Smokehouse is a new restaurant from the folks behind Roxy on King and Watson's, now…read moreoccupying the half-house on Spadina. I can only comment on the first floor as I didn't see the upstairs. The inside is functional enough, the furniture nothing fancy, but there are nice little touches of decoration here and there: framed art and mirrors on the one wall, old black-and-white photos hanging clothespinned from strings on the other, a chalkboard which that day bore a quote from Hunter S. Thompson. There is a standing area with a counter set in the wall opposite the main bar, so looks like they anticipate the placing becoming quite busy as an after work spot. There is a nice selection of bourbon and scotch available, as well as some tequila and other spirits. Ten taps for draught, which look like they will likely be rotating, and included some ordinary lagers and also more crafty IPAs when I visited. There is a selection of options on the menu besides beef and pork, including a variety of seafood. I got the brisket and was rather unpleasantly surprised to see it come as only 3 small slices with a few ramekins of sauce, given that it was $19, which seems mighty pricey to me. It was delicious if not a little on the fatty side. The sauces were just ok - one so spicy you can't taste anything, and the chimichurri was pretty oily. Can't fully judge as it just opened, but I hope the place is a success and other items on the menu are a little more value for the money - otherwise this would just be an ok place to stop in after work for beers.