Barque Smokehouse

I really liked the neighborhood where the restaurant is located. The atmosphere, staff, and food quality were all excellent. I especially appreciate their policy regarding their staff—it’s commendable. As for the food, the Tender Chicken was one of the best chicken dishes I’ve ever had. It was perfectly juicy with a crispy breadcrumb crust, fried to perfection. Although it was labeled as “Nashville Hot,” I didn’t find it particularly spicy—but that didn’t take away from how delicious it was. We also tried the Brussels sprouts and fries as sides and enjoyed them. The wings were fantastic as well. However, as a meat lover, I found the brisket dish underwhelming. It tasted more like it had been slow-cooked in water rather than smoked, which didn’t meet my expectations based on the restaurant’s name. On the bright side, the sour bourbon I ordered was amazing! Overall, I’ll definitely be returning. A big thank you to the management for valuing both their staff and customers!

AWESOME PLACE! if you love food and have appreciation for meats, this is a great place! Everything tasted amazing and the restaurant itself is very cool looking. It's on the more expensive side but you at least need to experience it once! You will not be disappointed

I ate here a few months ago (May 2024) and forgot to leave a review but I have been thinking about it ever since! I had the weekday boxed lunch — the brisket sandwich is delicious, the fries were perfectly seasoned, and the slaw with dill is a total game changer. It’s also a great spot for people watching if you get a window seat. Highly recommend!

The food was great here and although we were told the service is normally great, we waited far too long for our meals. In the end, they tried to make it right by comping the dessert and apologizing profusely - since they were training new staff. Kids eat free here on weeknights, and they put a kid movie up on a screen behind the bar.

Been a long time since I was on RONCY and at BARQUE. It was definitely per-COVID and a nice sunny summer day on their patio. Glad to see they have survived as a RONCY staple. A winter's cold walk was ok but nice to get inside!!! As a Saturday BRUNCH I was a bit disappointed with the lack of BBQ items but we managed. The NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH ($26) was crispy and delicious ...and not too hot (for me I am not so good with heat....) as to enjoy its flavours. Served with a generous portion of thin crispy fries with a hotter paprika seasoning ...excellent!!! The SMOKED DUCK PANCAKES ($26) was a bit of a bizarre flavour combination but I tried it. Light fluffy pancakes (3) and the blueberry compote was thick and flavourful........but the duck just did not do it for me. A side of SMOKEY DILL PICKLE SLAW ($12) was a combination of the vinegary-creamy southern low country states but I really do prefer mine the more northern creamy. Friendly and expert service and apparently a restaurant which INCLUDED TIPS IN THEIR PRICES.......which I have NEVER experienced....here in Canada anyway. I was really hoping for a larger BBQ selection for lunch but I guess I should have checked the site before we went in. Also, I obviously do not get into the 416 often as I thought that the menu selections were a bit pricy, however, I was told by my more "travelled" daughters that that seems to be the norm for Toronto brunches.I think I will stay out here in the more reasonable "burbs".

I recently visited BBQ Smokehouse, a great spot that's perfect for families and kids. The restaurant has a modern and welcoming atmosphere, making it a nice local hangout. What sets them apart is their unique take on barbecue—there's definitely something special about their smoked beef and chicken wings, which are incredibly moist and flavorful. The staff is friendly and accommodating, enhancing the overall experience. However, I did find the portion sizes to be smaller than expected, especially considering the price. For example, the full rack of baby back ribs felt more like a half rack compared to typical U.S. standards, yet it comes with a premium price tag. Overall, while the food is delicious and the environment is top-notch, be prepared for a higher price point and smaller portions. But if you're looking for quality barbecue in a family-friendly setting, BBQ Smokehouse is worth a visit

Overall good service. Their bbq meats are delicious. Only that I wish their portions are a bit bigger. The sampler for two isn’t enough for two people. Of course it’s subjective but for the price I would expect a bigger portion. I really like the tips included price. All the restaurants should do the same. By the way the Cesar drink is wonderful.

The service was excellent! Food amazing! We had the sampler for two. Ribs, Brisket, Sausage. Plus Caesar Salad and Wings. Definitely recommend this place. Also really great the staff are paid well at a living wage for working there.