Liam TrudeauThe 5 Best BBQ Restaurants in Montreal for Serious Smokehouse Cravings
Montreal has a legendary food scene, filled with meat sandwiches and smoke-infused barbecues. Whether you’re craving Texas-style brisket or sizzling grills, the city brings its own unapologetically bold flair to the pitmaster craft.
Grab a stack of extra napkins! We’re diving into the best BBQ spots in Montreal, which we handpicked for their mouth-watering platters and unmatched flavours.
Continue reading and see who brings the heat!
How much does a meal at a BBQ restaurant cost in Montreal?
A BBQ restaurant in Montreal can cost anywhere from $20 to $50 per person, depending on the order and add-ons.
| Food / Service | Typical Price |
| Sandwiches & Burgers | $15 – $25 |
| Half Rack of Ribs | $25 – $35 |
| Full Meat Platters | $40 – $60 |
| Event Catering (Per Person) | $30 – $55 |
How We Reviewed
1. Le Boucan Smokehouse
Website: https://www.leboucan.com/
Address: 1886 Rue Notre-Dame O
Contact: 514-506-6801 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM | Saturday-Sunday, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Le Boucan Smokehouse is friendly to both meat lovers and vegetarians. They offer slow-smoked whole jackfruit, giving plant-based diners the exact texture and flavour of pulled pork.
Their menu is filled with pulled pork, brisket, and chicken. One of our recommendations is their Quebec-style ribs, which have a mouth-watering regional spice profile.
For larger gatherings, their catering team can bring a pop-up Kansas-style pit directly to your venue. Once set up, the station keeps the food hot for four hours.
The catch is the steep entry price for their mobile setup, with base fees starting at $675 before calculating the food.
Boucan never disappoints
Boucan never disappoints. I have been here multiple times over the years, and I am always pleased by the service and the delicious BBQ. The ribs are tender, the pulled pork poutine is scrumptious, and even the desserts are fun! I recommend Boucan to anyone who loves good bbq.
- Jake | Google Review
Pitboss platter is the go to – a great combo of ribs, chicken, pulled pork and fries
Would return, would recommend.
Pitboss platter is the go to – a great combo of ribs, chicken, pulled pork and fries. Comes with two sides – the slaw was okay, potato salad was quite good.
Meats had a great smokey flavour, and they provide two additional sides of BBQ sauce.
Chicken was tender though the breast was slightly dry.
Pulled Pork very tender, good sauce ratio and okayish portion.
Ribs tender, great flavours.
Good for two people with leftover potential. Decent value and great flavours.
Doesn’t take AMEX.
- Robert Zheng | Google Review
2. Aylwin Barbecue
Website: https://www.aylwinbarbecue.com/
Address: 138 Avenue Atwater, Marché Atwater
Contact: 514-224-3129 | [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed for winter)
Aylwin Barbecue runs their smoker fresh every day at the Atwater Market, ensuring customers get meat at peak tenderness. To build a consistently rich bark, they serve a 10-hour hardwood-smoked Prince Edward Island beef brisket.
That deep smoke profile carries over into the rest of the menu, serving items like their poutine topped with scratch-made smoked gravy. To round out the meal, every order includes complimentary house pickles.
On top of that, they grind their burger beef fresh before smoking it, which delivers a steakhouse-like heavy flavour.
Although operating seven days a week makes them a reliable stop, their entire operation unfortunately shuts down for the winter.
Brisket was extremely tender, burger very tasty
This is a review for the BBQ stand in the outdoor dining area of the market. Brisket was extremely tender, burger very tasty and juice with a perfect pink-in-the-center cook, the fries perfection in the Montreal casse-croute style, but the surprise star of the show was the cheesy cream corn. Only the mac and cheese was less than extraordinary – not saying it was bad, just unremarkable compared to the rest of the meal (it lacked sharpness in the cheese sauce). Definitely will check out their deli at the other end of the market.
- Lynne Darroch | Google Review
The Reuben I shared here was enjoyable
I haven’t been a huge fan of the traditional smoked meat sandwiches I’ve had around the city. I find them quite one dimensional in flavour and unfortunately a little dry.
The Reuben I shared here was enjoyable because the sauerkraut added some much needed acidity and crunch. Plus the bread was toasted, which also added to the overall experience. I also really enjoy the smokiness of this place’s Texan style bbq.
I also shared a brisket sandwich with my friend and we both agreed that this was even better than the Reuben. It was flavourful, tender, and juicy.
- Melanie Leeson | Google Review
3. Diablos BBQ Smokehouse
Website: https://diablosbbq.com/
Address: 17 Rue Prince-Arthur E, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
Contact: 514-564-8666
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Diablos BBQ Smokehouse merges Mexican favourites with traditional Southern brisket. This diverse menu makes it easy to satisfy different cravings at one table.
The kitchen smokes the chicken before frying, infusing the crispy crust with a heavy wood profile.
Guests can dine on a 60-seat open-air terrace in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal. Since they run continuously from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM daily, they double as a reliable spot for BBQ cravings.
But if you’re on a vegetarian or vegan diet, you might want to steer clear. Their menu offers almost zero plant-based alternatives, making it difficult for non-meat eaters to piece together a meal.
We had a great time
Had the “Le Dixie” with a friend and we had a great time. We shared the baby back ribs, brisket, fried chicken, and pulled pork. The fried chicken was a little dry, but everything else was excellent. The BBQ sauce was perfectly sweet and smoky, and the gravy was rich and savory. They also have a really impressive bourbon selection, which was a nice surprise. Great food, unique atmosphere, and a fun place to go with friends. We’ll definitely be back!
- John Lester (Pathfinder) | Google Review
Every brisket I’ve ordered so far has been super tender and juicy
On Tuesdays, their all-you-can-eat chicken wings are pretty good. The wings are smoked and actually pretty crispy. They all come out default/naked with their spices, and you choose among a few dipping sauces. You can ask for refills very quickly too; it’s not like one of those AYCE places where it’s super slow and you leave hungry. Aside from that, their BBQ is really good too. Personally, every brisket I’ve ordered so far has been super tender and juicy, but I’ve heard from friends that the brisket is sometimes a hit or miss and can come out dry.
- Guy | Google Review
4. Chalet Bar-B-Q
Website: https://chaletbbq.com/
Address: 5456 Rue Sherbrooke O
Contact: 514-489-7235
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Established in 1944, Chalet Bar-B-Q has continued to use real hardwood charcoal to spit-roast fresh chickens. This traditional technique creates a golden, crisp exterior whilst sealing the natural juices inside the meat.
Every meal comes paired with their legendary house dipping sauce, a recipe featuring a distinct tangy profile.
Inside, the venue features a family-friendly dining room wrapped in classic cabin-style decor. There’s even dedicated free parking directly behind the building, a simple convenience on the busy stretch of Sherbrooke Street West.
But if you can’t make it, you need to watch out for the strict $15 minimum requirement for delivery.
This place is an institution
Finally made it back to the Chalet BBQ “time machine” on Sherbrooke St. W.! This place is an institution! The recipes seemed to have remained the same over the years. Made it here with my parents that are in their 90’s. They used to hang out here when they were “courting”! The service was amazing, very attentive and welcoming. Lots of regulars! I’ll be back for sure, and it’ll be soon! The chicken, sauce, and the real home fries were great! The coleslaw was amazing. Just an awesome place!
- Leonard Givis | Google Review
Best chicken on earth plain and simple! So juicy and tender.
Best chicken on earth plain and simple! So juicy and tender. The skin is to die for, tastes like charcoal hardcore. The fries are the best fries I’ve ever ate, the sauce and coleslaw too! I’ve been going to chalet bbq since I’m a young child, always stayed the same. The atmosphere is old and rustic, it has its charm, the waitresses are so nice.The ultimate comfort food! If you guys ever wanna sell the restaurant or franchise it I’m in 100%!
- Antoine Hanouch | Google Review
5. Lattuca Barbecue
Website: https://lattucabarbecue.ca/
Address: 15 Rue de la Commune West
Contact: 514‑246‑1680
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Lattuca Barbecue is run by an award-winning pitmaster who studied meat science in Texas. Their kitchen relies on traditional wood-fire smoking for up to 14 hours to deliver an authentic Southern profile.
To serve that tenderness, the kitchen prepares a strictly limited batch of meat each night. They refuse to reheat leftovers, so every slice of beef is served within a three-hour resting window.
Each main plate includes your choice of two sides, with options like classic coleslaw, mac and cheese, and smoked beans.
The catch is, the restaurant immediately closes once the food sells out. So, you’ll have to get there early on peak days.
Food was decadent
Incredible experience at Lattuca tonight. Food was decadent. Meat was tender and juicy and the sides were the perfect complement. We sat at the bar and chatted with John the owner and award-winning Pitmaster. His stories and love for BBQ made the evening a 10 out of 10. Jade and Angelina’s energy and smiles were the cherry on top. Highly recommend a visit to try one of their platters. The beef rib add on is a must. Make sure to reserve.
- Stephanie Nagy | Google Review
This is a hidden gem of a bbq spot
This is a hidden gem of a bbq spot. Absolutely amazing. The owner John knows his bbq. Everything we had was delicious. Jade provided us with excellent service and all the staff was very friendly. The pulled pork and beef rib was a personal favorite and being from San Diego,CA I know good food. Would recommend this restaurant’s as a must have for anyone in the area, local or visiting.
- Heather mcmorris | Google Review
