50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Thornhill

“I had a great experience at Lahijan Restaurant. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with a cozy Iranian vibe that made us feel comfortable from the moment we walked in.
The food was authentic and full of rich Persian flavors. The rice was perfectly cooked and fragrant, and the kebabs were tender and well-seasoned. Everything tasted fresh and homemade, just like traditional Iranian cuisine should be.
The staff were friendly, respectful, and attentive throughout our visit. Overall, it was a very satisfying dining experience, and I would definitely recommend Lahijan Restaurant to anyone looking for genuine Persian food.“

“Holy Smoke lives up to the sign in the window, this is legit Central Texas BBQ! The brisket was incredibly tender and smoky, and the ribs were cooked to perfection. It’s hard to find barbecue this authentic in the area. If you’re craving real deal meat and great sides, this is the spot. Highly recommend!“

“Great family dinner at Kobi! They’re doing a takeout menu during the current lockdown, too, if you want some Korean BBQ meat packages.“

“I ordered the bbq and crispy rice one and it was so good. The portion was generous, the BBQ was flavorful and tender, and the crispy chicken had that perfect crunchy texture. Everything was well-seasoned without being too salty or oily. Definitely worth it!“

“Good taste with good service.“

“Amazing Chinese & Filipino inspired BBQ food creations♡ Signature Grilled Milkfish and Pork Belly Fries are very delicious!! Must order :)“

“I really don't regret it. Of all the Korean restaurants I've been to, the food service and visuals were all the best!! I was impressed after taking a bite. I think I will have a fun trip thanks to Deokman :) May you prosper~!!

I especially recommend squid fried rice to those who like spicy food.!!“

“We came because you have good reviews. We found out that Gyu Hito is an amazing go-to-place for delicious Japanese AYCE BBQ! The restaurant has a modern feel to it and the staff is incredibly attentive to our food needs. Such good service! The food itself is so tasty (so many different types of seasoned meats) and there are many yummy sides you can order as well! The most thing I like is the fruit tea, best combination with BBQ. Dessert is also something to look forward to because you can choose your favourite Melona popsicle and have it with a sweet creme brule dessert!“

“Amazing food, service, price and atmosphere. what more to say“

“Perfect delicious ribs you can tell when they are cooked properly“

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

“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!“

“Friendly staff Good quality meats and seafoods“

“This place was absolutely delicious! We were three adults and two kids, and still had so much food left that we packed three takeout boxes. Including tip, the total was around $200 — great value for the quality and portion sizes.

We ordered the Family Garlic Naan and loved it so much that we immediately ordered a second one because one just wasn’t enough.

The Beef Kebab Karahi was incredible — hands down the best dish. If I wasn’t already completely full, I would’ve ordered a second portion without hesitation.

Service was excellent — Zain took great care of us and made the whole experience even better. We celebrated my birthday here and had a wonderful time. Highly recommended!“

“The Bull BBQ Pit on St. Clair is one of the best BBQ places I’ve visited in Toronto! The food is delicious — especially the brisket and pulled pork — and the portions are generous. The staff are friendly, respectful, and always make sure customers feel welcome. The restaurant has a nice, casual atmosphere that’s perfect for families or groups. Highly recommend!“

“Great good with great value“

“There’s a reason why this restaurant gets to survive many years while other places keep changing owners. It keeps an almost perfect pricing strategy that matches its quality of food while surprising its customers’ taste buds.

Service is great, although it takes a while for them to prepare our orders, which are again totally worth the wait!“

“Great food, service, and atmosphere.“

“Absolutely amazing would 100% recommend for catering! Nick was fantastic, personable and so helpful and responsive. We recently used big bone to cater our Christmas party, and the food was fantastic. It was delivered super hot and fresh, and everyone would not stop talking about how delicious it was! Thank you so much for your service, it was outstanding! We can’t wait to order again!!“

“The food is quite good. But I do suggest the owner consider some of the reviews here. It is too salty for some dishes, for example pork with eggplant. Nowadays, even in north China, people believe too much salt is not good for healthy blood pressure.
To me, the mandatory 10% tip is quite reasonable, which spares me from facing options of tips awkwardly.“

“Me and my partner experienced such a welcoming experience here at Shinta. Our server was named sienna and she was very friendly and provided amazing customer service. Very fast wait times and she made sure to check up on us to see if everything was good. We are for sure coming back here again!“

“Had this spot in my try out list, went with the BBQ Brisket fries. Brisket was tender and full of flavor, fries were nice and crispy which paired well with the juiciness of the beef. Coleslaw added that extra crunch, and was all brought together with their hot mayo sauce!

Overall 9/10 will probably bump it to a 10 when I drop by again 🙂‍↕️“

“Had the roast and BBQ pork. This is to die for. It's busy at lunch time for good reason.. people drive from far away to get here for this.. even the rice has a special taste. And prices.. a double dish cost me 13.. and I can not eat it all.. so many other foods as well chicken duck. You just have to come.. cash only.. but we'll worth the wait.. show up early. 11 am you order and wait.. at 12 you are waiting out the door.. its that good.. it will not disappoint“

“i love going here, rly good and fast service if u want any extra add ons or to change the spice level if needed - i lowkey be craving the lamb and duck skewers all the time and i recommend those! my sister is OBSESSED with the cold noodles here as well“

“have a lovely experience with this restaurant. We suppose to be eating at gyubee however we are unable to book a reservation on time. and we try the chako, the service 100% satisfyinfg. accomodate us from the time we sat on the table. replenish the meat and condiments and ask for time to time if we needed something. Worth the money and experience I might say. must a try for anyone looking for bbq grill and were looking forward to be back again. thanks!“

“Dropped by to welcome a friend back to Canada, and this place delivered more than we expected. We went in on the Party Pack 4, which came with a full rack, 1 lb wings with their signature BBQ sauce, 1 lb pulled pork, coleslaw, beans, fries, cornbread, and a tub of sauce. On top of that, we added Pig Skins and a pound of pulled brisket just because we couldn’t help ourselves.
To my taste, things leaned a bit saucy overall, but wow, the balance was something else. Ribs just fell apart with a bite, no knife needed. Pulled pork and brisket weren’t overly tender like some others, but still super satisfying and kind of addictive once you get into it. Wings and fries hit the mark, no need to overthink. Pig Skins were a great suggestion from the server too, no regrets there.
Even though it seemed like only one person was running the floor, service was attentive and easygoing. No lineup, quick turnaround, and just good vibes. Only wish the AC was working a bit stronger, but honestly, when the food hits this well, you kinda forget the rest.
Already planning to come back so I can go deeper into the sauces and maybe build my own plate next time. Real solid spot.“

“good food neat and clean“

“This specific location is one of me and my partner’s go to spots. Not just because the meat is prepared better here, but because of Deborah’s service. She always greets us at the door and remembers every tiny details. Moving the chairs so we can sit same side, provides us extra chili powder (highly recommend to sprinkle this on every piece of meat), “everything the same?” after we place our order and our excitement for the complimentary marshmallows at the end. Deborah goes above and beyond for this location. Shoutout to her for always carrying the whole restaurant on her back.“

“I will recommend great restaurant“

“It’s better then KFC Cheese stick OMG🤤best I’ve ever had The spicy 🌶️ pastas ou 😋 So I give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I was pleasantly surprised by the value at La Parrilla. The quality of the food is outstanding, especially considering the reasonable prices. The enchiladas were rich and satisfying, and the salsa had just the right kick. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great food without breaking the bank!“

“First time trying their lunch menu and it did not disappoint. If you love side dishes you definitely need to try it out cause they give you seven different side dishes!! The kettle pot rice was super flavourful and delicious. It was a lot of food and will fill you up.“

“I have been going to this since they were From bathurst&bloor , yonge&wellesley to York Mills. This is the best Korean food. I've always recommend this spot to everyone i talk to and props to Mr and Mrs Kim for thier hardwork. I Always order Yummy Special“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fillis BBQ is an absolute gem!
Amazing vibes the moment you walk in — fun, welcoming, and full of energy. The food is next-level delicious: perfectly grilled meats packed with flavour, generous portions, and super fresh sides. But the standout is the service — every staff member is friendly, attentive, and genuinely cares that you enjoy your meal. It’s the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit. Highly recommend!“

“Not all portugese grills are the same _ Firstly when you walk into this establishment you notice how clean it is _ no matter what time you walk in _ its spotless unlike some other restaurants where the first thing that hits you is the uncleanness _ Lavrador's Bbq open kitchen is huge and the place has been there for a long time _ but the massive overhead exhaust systems grills and ovens are extremely clean and new looking _ always shiny _ hot table as well (which contains and displays some of the tastiest food ive had if not the tastiest) always fresh and kept at proper temperatures _ next thing you see is Linda the owner coming out from the back walking towards you with a smile if she is not already serving another customer _ always friendly _ never a long face _ even though she might be exhausted near the end of a long day from all the cooking cleaning and serving (not to mention the heat) she is very professional and does most of it herself _ not to take anything away from her helper _ also the variety of food should be noted _ she has the main dishes every day Like the chicken _ potatoes _ rice _ fish which is all extremely tasty but she also throws in some other dishes that you will find on certain days like chineese style stir fry rice and lasagna _ stew with potatoes peas and pork_ fava beans,roast beef roast pork cod fish stew,cod fish and potato pie if that's your thing _ and where else can you get a huge turkey drum stick and feel like a king _ also her home made corn bread is amazing_ and for what you get in regards to quality of service_ quality of atmosphere and quality of most importantly the food the prices are unbeleivable _ I havent tried all of the dishes yet but I plan to _ im on my way there now

Vegetarian options: Always healthy veggies to enjoy there“

“Updated review:

Probably one of the best meals you can get on the Danforth strip. The food is exceptionally tasty, fresh, and served with so much love. The shish tawook, and lentil soup are so satisfying in every way.

The photos speak for themselves. Spectacular meal. To the last rice grain.

Ordered grilled chicken meal ( asked for more salad than rice) and a cheese manakish. Both were perfect. I can’t wait to eat here again.“

“Great Portuguese BBQ chicken, highly recommended!!!“

“Always enjoy the true flavour of their smoky ribs and chicken! We absolutely love their burgers a great halal option with cosy vibes.“

“Great good with great value“

“Simply delicious! Great food, great owners!“

“Ordered the duck on noodles and roasted and bbq pork on rice. With the amount of people I saw working in the back, I'm not sure how they make money at $10 a meal. Food was the perfect amount of sauceiness and greasiness. I will definitely be back to try other menu items.“

“Easy to work with and killer results! From consulting to the finished product they were so professional and helped my event go off without a hitch. Highly recommended for all events!“

“Super delicious flavours!“

“It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming. The staff, Tommy , who is very polite and warm welcome customers. Great place for friends gathering and chatting. Definitely will go again.“

“We were genuinely surprised by how good this place was. The ribs and wings were incredible, and the mac and cheese and banana pudding were honestly some of the best we’ve had. Brittany took care of us and she was fantastic—warm, attentive, and very easy to deal with.
The only downside was the long wait for our food. We arrived at 7 pm during peak hours, and the kitchen seemed overwhelmed by how busy it was. That said, once the food arrived, it was absolutely worth it. We’re already looking forward to going back.“

“I’ve been to this place many times, and it never disappoints! Their Peking roast duck is absolutely delicious—crispy skin, tender meat, and very reasonably priced. I also love taking the leftover duck bones home to make a rich and flavorful noodle soup.

The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming. Every visit feels like catching up with an old friend, and chatting with her always brightens my day.

Highly recommend this place!

最爱片皮烤鸭，鸭子，酱都很好吃！“

“One of my family members said this is the best place for Portuguese food in Toronto. We were hungry so we thought we would give it a try. We phoned through our order and went and collected it and once it was home we tucked in. The food was EXCELLENT! There was plenty to go round and for us all. Highly Recommended!“

“In the summer, I like to barbecue, but I am lazy. The food before delivery is really convenient, and each food is divided, and it is also vacuum-packed, so I no longer worry about trouble and waste. The most important thing is that my friends think it tastes good. Now I want to barbecue Just buy the barbecue meat from the former food directly!“

“I want to give a huge shout-out to the amazing waitress Paula! Every time I visit, she and Shan are the only ones who are always smiling, incredibly polite, and ready to serve with enthusiasm. The food is consistently delicious, making it truly worth experiencing Portuguese cuisine in Toronto. Note: They always provide exceptional service ????“

“We had the absolute pleasure of having Etob Restaurant cater for our event last night, and we couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, their service was exceptional, professional, timely, and full of warmth. Every interaction with their team made us feel like we were in the best hands.

The food? Absolutely outstanding. Their dish was full of rich flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. Our guests are still raving about how delicious the food was It truly elevated the entire experience of the night.

And even though this was catering, it’s clear that the same heart and soul that goes into their restaurant dishes was poured into every tray. The quality, taste, and attention to detail were unmatched.

Etob Restaurant brought not only food, but atmosphere their presentation added to the warmth and elegance of the evening. We are so grateful and would highly recommend them for any event or dining experience. 10/10 across the board.

Thank you, Etob Restaurant, for making our evening unforgettable!“