Good brunch experience. Both the service and the food were good, and it's a nice spot for a weekend brunch

Place is rather small and a bit noisy but their eggs benny are to die for! Definitely one of the best I have tried in town. The eggs are on top of corn bread which gives this beautiful sweetness to the dish! Love the seasoning on the home fries as well.

Have definitely gone back multiple times for my eggs benny and hope to try their dinner menu soon.

I've been to barque a few times over the past year. At this point I know what the expect. Incredible service with mouthwatering dishes. A few times that I've gone there was a bit of a wait but the staff were very informative and set good expectations for wait times, even when I've showed up with a larger group of people. Love this place.

Food was good but very poor value. We ordered a half rack of ribs and a half chicken. We also ordered four additional sides at $7 a piece. Only the side of fries was full. The pasta side was only a third full. It was literally two forkfuls. The collard greens were half full.
Had the containers been filled to capacity, I would have given this restaurant 4 or 5 stars.

Went to the Taste of Toronto 2015 and sampled Barque's food. Probably not the best place to taste test restaurant food, but better than behind a dumpster. In short order the chicken was not cooked fully, and tasted and handled like gelatinous fat. The corn was soggy, and the beef ribs were just ok. I went back to have the chicken replaced, so I could actually get an idea of what I could be... more

While in Toronto we stumbled across this place. Good food and great people. We had to wait a bit to get in but the staff took care of us from the time we arrived until the time we left. The patio seemed to be the place to sit. Ribs are rubbed and quite tasty and the brisket was so tender you could cut it with a fork. The only thing missing from the menu was Mac and cheese. The beer selection... more

Finally had a meal at Barque. It a small noisy place but fun and trendy. I should have listened to the Yelp reviews! I love ribs but the O'Bama ribs I had were too dry. I like my ribs nice and tender fall of the bone.... As most reviewers say, you should decide have the sampler. It gives you the choice of 3 meats. Many of my friends had it and their meats (e.g.Chicken, brisket) seemed much more... more

The star of the show here is obviously the barbeque itself, and on that level, they ace it. Among the group we dined with, we had nearly every meat on the menu (save the Stout Sausage), and they were excellent, juicy, fall-off-the-bone, well-spiced. A few at our table questioned whether everything had to have the spice-rub all over it, and to be fair, it did show up on nearly all the items... more

I had to book my reservation for Saturday at 7PM over 2 weeks in advance, and now I understand why.

The food at barques was amazing!!!

My boyfriend and I shared a sampler for 2. It came with 3 types of meat and 3 sides. We had:

Beer ribs 5/5 - perfectly cooked, so tender and delicious. Didn't even need the extra sauce.

12 hour brisket- 5/5 omg! Melt in your mouth delicious.

Chicken 5/5... more

I was attempting to use Barque to cater for my wedding reception. After many attempts at communication back and forth and constant following up on my end only to get apologies and excuses as to how busy they were (then don't agree to cater!) I had one final attempt at a follow up looking to obtain a final quote and never received a response so I finally gave up. This is all after they confirmed... more

Such a gem. Came here today for a brunch date as it was nearby high park and (for once) there was good weather in Toronto.
Crab Salad (17): O. M. G. There was minced crab underneath the two deep fried poached eggs, topped did with avocado dream sauce, and a magical tomato hollandaise. One of the best brunch dishes I've ever tasted, and even plated so nicely! The healthy salad green part was... more

My friends and I visit Barque on Tuesday Jun 9th. We wait 30 minutes to get a table for party of 5. The design is very rustic and it has a small patio. The service is fine and efficient and you can find a small bucket of cinnamon popcorn on the table.
Two of us ordered combination for two which allows you to choose 3 choices of meats and 3 choices of sides. The meats are seasoned while the... more

Love this place! I've had several great meals here (particularly the smoked duck pancakes). If you're looking for a lighter meal I would recommend coming for brunch or lunch since they have many smaller options, as opposed to mixed bbq platters. Make a reservation ahead of time and definitely try the chicken wings if you plan on coming!

The ONLY reason I knocked down a star is for the service. Food was some of the best I've ever had. It was full on a Tuesday night but not crazy. Our waitress didn't ask if we wanted anymore drinks. She wasn't at all friendly. And, when we asked for change we just got such an attitude. Might want to think of reconsidering your staff! Also, some of our food was cold when we got it. Everything was... more

Top 3 Bbq places I have ever eaten at. The service was amazing. Ribs were incredible. The only thing that could have been better is if I didn't get full so fast and I didn't have to wait an hour.

Went on Saturday night and waited for about an hour which was ok because they have a bar two doors down that you can hang in while you are waiting! It's called the Butcher Bar!

Had the sampler for one which includes your choice of 3 meats and 2 sides...I picked
Pork
Rack o'rama ribs
Chicken thigh
Coleslaw
Fries

He got...
Beef brisket
Sausage
Rack o'rama ribs
Potato salad
Collard greens
... more

My experience here was fine. But I had higher expectations. We went for brunch on a Saturday morning. It was busy but we had no problem getting a table for two. We chose the patio as it was nice outside.
The food was bland. I thought expected the food to be so much more tastier and so I was disappointed. Same for my husband. I got the duck confit pancakes and he got the brisket Benedict. Not... more

I am a huge fan of barbeque and finding Barque Smokehouse was from word of mouth! My friend first recommended me to order from them at JustEat but i really wanted to go there and have it as fresh as possible. She was super happy to have popped by Barque cherry.

I loved the look and feel of the place and it's always nice having a little bucket of popcorn to welcome me before my meal!

We... more

A go-to place if you like your protein smokey. Barque Smokehouse is barbecue done right with a sampling of everything one can ask for or want to eat.

I've been here for both dinners and brunches and never left disappointed or hungry. The only issue can be the wait at times during the peak eating times and reservations are very limited.

Decor is simple and the wall of sauces will just leave... more

Go there when you are hungry.Order one of daily menu...!
Nice to have kind of places in TORONTO.

A plateful of delicious meat? Who can say no to that? Went here for a birthday lunch for a friend. It's a small but cozy place with lovely servers.

I had the lunch sampler which lets you choose 2 meats and a side. I had the fried chicken and the beef brisket. The chicken was great - crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside. The beef brisket was nice but had lots of fat on it which was... more

Brunch staff seem expressionless. Bored Zombies serving Brunch. No one smiles. They make the necessary small talk but body language speaks volumes in the service industry.

Their rendition of Eggs Benny is a fail. The eggs on both orders were over poached. And the 10 dollar Ceaser ? Take away the ice and you have a little more than a small cup of drink.

I won't be back. Ace (a few blocks... more

Absolutely lovvveddd this place and planning to come back soon.

it's busy here and they dont take reservations past 5 or so I believe, so you may want to make a reservation in advance or be prepared to wait depending on which time you come/what day you come.

Busy which I like, nice decor and great atmosphere. Waitress was super friendly and helpful regarding portion sizes and suggestions.... more

Perfect place to catch up with a friend or a brunch date with your significant other over barque's savory and and sweet menu.

Loved the furnishings and atmosphere. Mixed with low and high top tables.

They even play cartoons on their tv on Sunday afternoon! It was pretty distracting...who doesn't like cartoons! They also offer complimentary sparkling water!

Decided to come here since a friend... more

Dropped in around 630 on a Saturday and only waited about 30 mins for a seat at the bar which was fine. It's always the simple things that make all the difference to me when it comes to a dining experience and the complimentary bucket of seasoned popcorn at the bar was just that. We ordered the sampler for 2 and it was delicious. The pulled pork was amongst some of the best I've had along with... more

This place is amazing. Best bbq I have ever had anywhere. Everything was perfect.

What an amazing place for brunch! Staff was very friendly, I ordered the smoked duck pancakes along with a side of delicious corn bread. Taste buds exploded with all of the wonderful flavours.

Came here with the bf for our Valentine's Day dinner. There was a prix fixe menu for $65 each if I remember correctly. The food were surprisingly good. I mean I expected the meats to be good, but the rest of the prix fixe were beyond my expectation. I don't know if they are offered on the regular menu, but probably not. That said, it was my first time here, (the bf had take out from this place... more

I like meat.
This place was good for bbq meat...not great, only good.
The popcorn on the table when u arrive however is f@!%!*g awesome!
I hate popcorn, i cant stand even the smell of it. But i couldnt stop eating barque's popcorn, Delicious!

I dont know whether id return, its not a bad spot, but theres plenty better in toronto

The food was tasty. The seasonings were a bit ametuer and there... more

I really wanted to write a good review for this place, but the food just hasn't been that good. I've heard a lot of mixed reviews, so I'm thinking it must be hit/miss with the food quality. I live in the neighbourhood and the restaurant is always busy. I've been three times (twice for dinner and once for brunch). The atmosphere is nice and the staff are friendlyThe food was fine, but not... more

Who knew brussel sprouts could be heavenly! And left overs were mouthwateringly good even day after! Huge servings for two share plates! Great atmosphere and super nice waiter on staff.

I really love this place. All those Smokey foods are great. There is always long waitings in weekends so its better ti go late night or book in advance.

great tasting meat that's not cooked to death! by far my favourite restaurant in the junction. they have takeout too!

Really, really, seriously good bbq...wonderful ambience, great service. Sampler platters are the ticket. 3 meats and 2 sides, try brussel sprouts and wheat berry salad. To die for and then ya get the meat. So tender, tasty ,juicy and delicious. Well done!

Barque? I call it Barf. There are so many other smoke houses in Toronto why on earth would anyone pay those prices. The ribs were dry, the servers were rude and we were a little pressured to hurry up for the next reservation. I'll stick to the 420 and Stockyards. They have real smoked ribs and priced very well

This place is great, especially now that they accept reservations. Love the vibe but waiting in line can be torturous. Food is solid. The beef ribs are very tasty and just the right texture. Their burger at lunch is epic... People ask me why is go there just to eat a burger but it is sooo good. They are very proud of their brisket but I find it dry and boring. The sides here are all very solid-... more

This spot is good but not great. I guess it's not fair to compare this place to BBQ in the states, but really what's so hard? Good beer though and a great location.

Best BBQ I've had in the city, closely followed by Stockyards. While the food between the two places is comparable Barque is aimed at being slightly higher class with a decent bar and wine list along with fine decor. If you like smoked food, I'd highly recommend it.

I would recommend this place for 2 to 4 people and would suggest making a reservation (which can be done on their website). Two of us made a reservation to go for dinner on a Thursday night.

Food: 4/5
-Shared the sampler for 2 which comes with 3 meats and 3 sides:

Meat:
1) brisket - a few pieces of brisket were a bit dry but most were tender
2) chicken thighs - tender and tasty but we found... more

Very busy but good service. Went for dinner and brunch. Their brunch menu is awesome. I strongly suggest the duck panckakes and the Hugo as a drink. Most probably need a reservation for the brunch since it is so busy. The only bad thing I need to say is their brunch drinks are overpriced. Oh and they have a montreal based brewery on tap named Sainte-Ambroise and it is delicious, I suggess you... more

Food came very quick and was amazing. The sampler for 1 is more than enough for 1 person. Very busy so get there early or make reservations. Highly recommend

Barque Smokehouse - Dinner in Roncesvalles Village in Toronto on a Friday in August 2013

Barque Smokehouse, Toronto, ON
Food: Barbeque
barque.ca

Overall: 6.8 vs. restaurants priced at $$$/5.
Ambiance: Good.
Food: Very Good.
Service: Very Good.
Wine/Drinks: Good.
My rating scale: Exceptional, Very Good, Good, Ok, Needs Improvement, Terrible.

Overall: There aren't too many BBQ joints in... more

Droolssss, I love BBQ so of course I'd love Barque Smokehouse. I came here in the spring and my fiancé and I really enjoyed it. Although it is a little crammed inside the ambience is still great. We got the sampler for two which included 3 meats and 3 sides which was more than enough food for two people! For meats we tried the brisket, beef as well as baby back ribs. The brisket had to be my... more

Always very busy but worth the wait. They have amazing dry rub wings. The ribs were also good but the wings stands out the most. They make their Caesars with a candied bacon rim and pickled asparagus. Get it extra spicy! Bomb! Definitely go back.

Great sides, okay BBQ.

Ordered, sampler for 2 which has your choice of 3 meats and 3 sides. We chose beef brisket, chicken and baby back ribs along with brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes and salad.

Service was good. No issues here, prompted swapped out empty water jugs, came to ask how things were, food came out quickly.

Atmosphere is a bit of a miss in my option. The place isn't very big, so... more

Great little BBQ place in Roncesvalles Village.

The restaurant itself is rather nice and the bar is awesome. They've got some TV's to watch the game and some nice high tops to go along with the scattered tables around the restaurant with the kitchen in the back.

Had a number of items there and they were all pretty damn good. The Smoked Wings were amazing. The wings were large and though it... more

The dinner is fantastic, cocktails are groovy, and ambience is warm and welcoming.
With that being said, DO NOT OVERLOOK THE BRUNCH! Without question, the Duck Pancakes are the star of the show. I would recommend arriving early (especially with larger parties), but don't stress too much; after arriving with a party of 8 (plus two young children), we were graciously seated within 30 minutes.
... more

Very nice brunch spot here. Interior decor is very hip with exposed brick. They have a communal wooden table facing roncesvales. Service was very friendly and fast.

4/5! Amazing BBQ ribs! Must try! I highly recommend this place for people who are willing to venture outside of the downtown core for really good BBQ! Make sure you come with an appetite cause the portions are very filling.

Delicious meat, delicious meal

I'm going to give the barque smokehouse a 5 star rating. I believe it's close to a 4, but I was just really satisfied with the meal, enough to bump it up to a 5 star. Now, it's got it's flaws. You can't get a good glass of Pinot Noir to accompany the delicious meat. Instead they offer a selection... more

Delicious

If you love BBQ, you will want everything on the Barque menu! Generous portions meant we even had a little to take home to enjoy the next day. Delicious smoky flavours, great quality meat. Their sides are tasty too. Fun atmosphere and laidback decor/attitude. Wish I lived in Toronto so I could eat here often!

Great food selection and service

We were a group of 14 and we all enjoyed the food and the service at Barque. We opted for the Smoker's Choice menu and were not disappointed. We were able to try a little bit of everything, but still had plenty to eat. The ribs and brisket were my favourites. Highly recommend their Caesar - they put a great... more

It was nice but a little pricey for what you get

I came here for dinner with my sister. It is situated in a great neighbourhood, easy to get to by public transit (we came in from Etobicoke). The wine list is fairly good but over priced with an above average mark up. They need to find a few more $35 bottles to put on the menu. We decided to sample... more

Great Service, Good Ribs

Service was very friendly / funny, Ribs nice although a bit dry, had a pice of Brisket to try which was excellent, that's what I'll take the next time I'm going. Wine not bad, had a NZ Sav Blanc, but not special either and rather expensive compared to the meat. Really appreciated the complimentary sparkling water!!

Good food

We went for Sunday dinner with 6 people, they offered a family style special on their menu which consisted of chicken wings and arugula salad to start then barbecued brisket, chicken and ribs with collared greens and roasted sweet potatoes, also a dessert. There was lots of food we were all stuffed and took a big container home. It was... more

If you lurve the meat...this is your jam

Great location in up an coming Roncy village, its a destination for carnivorous activity. Great ambiance and patio. Front windows open completely to let the summer in. Go early....line ups are frequent. On to the food....lamb ribs were delicious and moist. Smoked Chicken was juicy and just the right amount of smoke. Cauliflower side is a must. Highlight of the... more

Don't expect a table outside or patio if you single

Love food the atmosphere ok tire of being sitting beside kids table even if the parent trendy. I think I will avoid restaurant with kids now!!! Is that possible???

Meh, it's ok

I'm not going to go on and on about what the restaurant is about, I'm sure you get the idea. It's a smokehouse/bbq place. The food was good, but, not the awesomeness I was hoping for. I consider myself a "meatatarian", and was a little disappointed. I thought the meat (baby back ribs especially with dry rub) was very salty.... more

Best BBQ in Toronto, but

Frankly, there isn't much competition for the title of TO's best BBQ, and this jam packed, overpriced, noisy joint might not draw flies in a more competitive market. House wines are $9 for a 5-ounce pour, and they chill the reds, apparently just because they can. Popcorn awaits diners on each tabletop; a weird idea, and it's stale, to boot.... more

Real BBQ, Real atmosphere

We had the Smoker's choice menu at our table and overall really enjoyed it. The ribs are amazing, beef brisket is very good and chicken alright. The desserts are so-so, with the sorbet better than the cupcake. Not really a desert place, I think. We also had a wonderful St Chinian wine which we haven't seen on other wine lists.... more

Great BBQ Nice Place to Relax

This is a fun place. Loud inside and great patio (covered for now). Food is delicious - chicken, ribs, wings, and especially brisket. Really good sides and friendly and knowledgeable service. Have a drink and a few beers and enjoy.

Maybe because I had being in the Mecca of Ribs South USA I'm not giving 5 stars

The place resembles this south airs and atmosphere of those millenarian places where smoke and pork converges to deliver a astonishing experience. This guys should had training or have heritages from the south, because what they do here is bringing to boring Toronto, some square feet of real flavour, quality and culinary experience.
I had a hard time deciding which... more

Stellar Service, Selection & Sauces

Visit for lunch a few weeks ago - my date and I strolled in late afternoon for a bite and were given a casual yet warm welcome from the friendly, funny service staff.
The food was top-notch. The smoke on the ribs, brisket, chicken.. all great. Of note is their impressive execution of sides - our asparagus and salad were... more

The best ribs ever

I rarely get excited about going out for ribs ....until now that is! Barque Smokehouse is a serious BBQ smokehouse that takes smoking meat to a whole new level. The meat is so tender and tasty that you'll be in heaven from the first bite. What's great about Barque is that they have a menu that regardless of your cravings... more

Not the barbecue feast we expected

We picked Barque Smokehouse after looking at reviews of various barbecue meat restaurants. The restaurant was busy when we arrived in the evening which was of course a good sign and we ended up getting seats at the bar.
The atmosphere was good, busy and had good service for drinks. I snacked on the spiced popcorn that was available which... more

Lunchtime feast

I was working in the area and was feeling a little hunger coming on so I decided to drive over for lunch. I had the brisket sandwich with fries and an order of smoked chicken wings to go. The sandwich was a little messy but the fries were delicious with their dry rub spice on them. The wings came with... more

Meat Lovers Paradise

The dry rub chicken wings were delicious, as was the brisket and ribs. I would definitely eat here again for the meat. The side dishes, on the other hand, were not great. They were average at best. Great atmosphere though, great service, always with a smile. Not a bad wine list either.

Ok but not memorable

Had a fun night there. We were recommended by a few locals and as pre-warned, it was packed and we managed to squeeze in at 8.30pm
The atoms was great. They clearly had very happy customers.
We decided on a sharing main where we had 3 cuts of meat: chicken, beef rib and half rack of pork ribs
Sadly the... more

The Smoke with the Most

Never have i seen meat smoked so much as at Barque, you literally have a 1cm deep layer of pink smokey goodness on all your meat.. Pure smoked heaven! We were two couples that went and we got two sampler platters to try everything. The ribs with Obama and the sweet spicey sauce were amazing, as was the brisket. I... more

Awesome smokehouse

My son brought my daughter in law, granddaughter, husband, and myself here for a Saturday night supper. The atmosphere was inviting, the food was excellent, and service prompt and just as good as the food! Not a very big place, but just the right size. Not a huge menu, but when you focus on fewer items you can perfect them.... more

To Die for Pancakes

I had wanted to try this place for a while and finally got a chance to go this past summer. We decided to go for brunch as I had seen the pancakes on a Food Network show and was intrigued. We were seated quickly and had lattes which were quite good. The pancakes arrived soon after and I have to... more

good wings

The smoked wings were moist and tasty! It came with a creamy dill dip that was very good with wings or fries. The spinach and satsuma salad was just ok. My friend's brisket was very good too. Spaces look tight, but my friend was able to fit her stroller in, and as the day went on, they accommodated more Moms... more

One of the best smoked brisket

Had a delicious Barque Benedict. The smoke brisket was perfect. The cornbread underneath got a bit crumbly in the end. A great place for families but might be a bit noisy if couples just want a nice quiet place to eat.

Food can be very good, Servers need to ditch attitude

We have had Barque's food a number of times and have eaten on the premises on three separate occasions. The main reason we have mainly had take out is that Barque has a "front of the house" issue. Barque is busy. I have had wait staff on two of those visits, clearly overwhelmed by the busy and cramped nature of... more

Great BBQ

I have now experienced Barque three times: once, as a variety of dinner items (ribs, brisket and chicken), catered for a birthday party, dinner at the restaurant itself and, more recently, for Sunday brunch. I've enjoyed all three experiences, but I think the brunch was best in terms of menu choices, culinary creativity, and the restaurant being somewhat quieter and... more

Delicious BBQ

First saw this restaurant on the Food Network show and wanted to come try some BBQ. Finally was able to visit over the weekend, and wow, the food was just delicious!
They open for dinner exactly at 5pm, and it fills up fast! A line starts growing at 5p already so reservations are definitely recommended. The website does note that... more

Bbq heaven

So i fianlly had the chance of dining at Barque Smokehouse with a few close friends one of them who was here on a overnight layover wanted to eat bbq and he had heard about this place all the way in Vancouver!! Well said done we'll eat there!! Man this place is busy!!!! reservation is must!! While waiting to have... more

Great bbq food

Barque provides some of Toronto's best bbq food - the brisket and chicken are particularly great! The side dishes are all amazing and you can't go wrong with this place. It's often busy, so try to make a reservation.

Roncy Ribs - the best

Always a reliable great restaurant to take friends and never be let down. The food, drinks & service are all wonderful. We go regularly, I strongly recommend it,
We once had a lengthy wait for our food, nothing too crazy maybe half an hour, we were just at the point where we might have asked if it'd be much longer... more

Simply great

Had lunch here on a wintery day. Had a brisket sandwich with an arugula salad. This was a simple meal, almost understated, but every element was really delicious and made with care. The sandwich was really exceptional - the meat was perfectly smoked, sauced perfectly, topped with a perfect slaw, served on an excellent bun. There wasn't too much meat... more

Amazing smokehouse

Firstly, make sure you have a reservation! The restaurant was packed and no wonder. The food is absolutely amazing. Really the best smokehouse food I have ever had. We tried the dinner sampler for 2 and it was beyond delicious. I would definately go back. In fact, I have already made another reservation!

Was better the first time

Just returned for the second time several months later. Enjoyed our first visit so why not return. In all not as good as last time, but had the added bonus of waiter attitude this time. First I resent being up sold on the wine. Second if you going to have a condescending manner, maybe you should be doing something else.... more

Awesome Smoked Meat

The restaurant is quite small but lots of ambience. We had a table for four on high chairs. The waiter was very friendly and helpful. We had the tasting sampler platter for two for each of us couples. The platter consisted of smoked meats (3 choices) plus (3 sides). We had the beef brisket, smoked back ribs and churrasco sausage... more

Smoky Goodness

We tried the fixed price meal for four ($35 per person), which included appetizers (that night it was fried green tomatoes with 2 kinds of smoked meat - lamb and wings done two different ways), entree (BBQ ribs, brisket, and chicken, creamy barley pilaf, celeriac / fennel medley) served family style, and dessert (the cake had tarragon in the icing!).... more

Totally overated

When I booked a reservation by phone the server I spoke to was rude and I had to repeat myself 3 times over before she got my name right and reservation details (she actually laughed at mispronouncing my name and not hearing things properly). I'm a very easygoing person but this really struck a nerve in me. When we ordered,... more

Not bad but overrated

We had the simpler for 2 and I wasn't full after we clear the plate. The brisket was ok but a bit too dry even though I stress for fatty ones.

Saturday Brunch

We were in Toronto staying with good friends who suggested Barque for brunch.
As they do not take reservations for brunch it can be a wait or not as it can be busy. Luckily for us being a holiday weekend there was no wait and we were seated outside on the patio.
Orders were taken by a waiter who was... more

Wonderful patio, delicious lunch and fantastic service

Everything was delicious from the flavoured popcorn to the pulled pork sandwich to the bisque sandwich to the cuban corn (so good!) to the fries to the seasonal soup to the good quality beers/wines! All with in a fantastic environment (lovely little side patio full of flowers) and with great service (genuine, friendly, prompt, great recommendations, sense of humour)!
I... more

Good Flavours

We were here for dinner based on a colleagues' recommendation ... it's a smallish dining room and they have seating outside. We shared the Barque Platter of appetizers (they kindly substituted the tartare for hummus) ... the most tasty item on the plate was the pulled pork tostadas followed by the calamari, but the flat bread and hummus were also... more

a good selections of meats

had the sampler for two. the meats are hit and miss - the ribs and chicken are excellent, but the brisket was surprisingly dry. the service and drinks, however, were excellent. the dessert i found lacking, but the gf liked it.

BBQ is dry

Went here saturday for lunch. first problem looking at the outside menus, couldn't tell if ribs were available on the lunch or on the brunch menu....which was in force?... they were conflicting. I went inside and asked the hostess if they had ribs for lunch...she didn't know..picked up the same menu waisting time, and didn't know it .She SHOULD know!... more

Smokin' Ribshack

This place has been opened for about a yr now I believe...I have never gotten around to visting the place until a friend came to visit and suggested we go. I'm always hesitant to follow "hyped" places, especially with so many new places opening every minute it seems in this hip neighbourhood. Well, it did not disappoint. If you are... more

Arrive Hungry And Be Prepared To Wait For Awesome Ribs

Another successful visit for a Saturday brunch at Barque. If you like tender, fall off the bone baby back ribs with an awesome side of hand cut fires and tangy side salad for Saturday brunch, then Barque is where you need to be. Friendly staff (especially the Australian bartender), efficient service given how crowed they always are and awesome food... more

Wow

You can't walk along this stretch of Roncesvalles Village without smelling the mouth-watering aromas that come out of Bar-Q! The food is amazing, the atmosphere is party-like. Great outdoor seating. Great service. Get there early or you may have to wait a bit to get a table. Leave your name and a cell number and they call you to let... more

Just OK - I don't get the hype

I love pulled barbecued pork shoulder and this is what I had in a sandwich.
But the white fish wraps were disappointing - first off, they weren't hot, more importantly lacked in flavour.

Food is decent, service is poor

This place would be a much better experience if it wasn't always so rushed. The food is good for the most part, but I always feel like the staff is trying to turn the table quickly. Worth a try if it isn't busy, but doesn't live up to the hype.

Don't wait in line for a c@!p shoot

Barque must be the most inconsistent restaurant in the west end of Toronto. I went by myself when it first opened and had a great lunch experience on the patio: tasty brisket on a flawless bun, cold draft and standout sides, including a memorable spicy corn chowder. So I booked the Sunday family-style, prix fixe dinner for myself and some... more

Just ok

The chicken wings were very good, crispy, well seasoned and perfectly smoked. The merguez sausage was good, it was cooked perfectly and didn't taste too greasy.
My biggest disappointment was the ribs, they were really just ok. I don't understand what's all the hype about it. Last but not the least, the fries were overloaded with salt !!! Although I... more

Delicious food, 'hostessing' a bit slow

I was a bit put off when we first arrived since the hostess was very slow to greet and seat customers. A simple "I'll be with you in one second' would have helped. When she finally greeted us, she didn't apologise for the delay. Again, simple little things would have turned our wait time into a no-big-deal kinda situation. There... more

Great BBQ in Toronto. Line ups go out the door even mid-week so make reservations. With Candied-bacon caesars and sampler plates of their appetisers and BBQ you can't go wrong. Service is informal and very good, as any BBQ joint should be.