Smokehouses near North York, ON

“I hosted my 65th birthday dinner party on Monday evening at Prime on Avenue. As a perfectionist, I am thrilled to say that the evening was flawless. The food in Arthur's fixed menu was absolutely scrumptious. He, Steve and their staff took such wonderful care of me and my guests. Having a private room with lots of natural light was wonderful. My friends and family told me afterwards that it was the best birthday party they had been to in a long time.“

“excellent service and even better food. I recommend to everyone“

“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".

Parking: RONCY is a PEDESTRIAN-FRIENDLY neighbourhood and VERRRRYYYY difficult to find parking close by on the main and side streets.“

“Wow! Just back from the gym and heated up the brisket. This is pure poetry! I'm just so happy we can get food like this in Aurora - Thanks guys!“

“The meat was flavorful and well-prepared, but the overall cleanliness could use improvement. The tables and floors were quite greasy, and the toilets could be much cleaner. While I enjoyed the food, I’d consider visiting a different branch next time.“