The dinner was a disappointment, far from the splashy ad on the internet. The brisket was tough,…read morethe back ribs dry with little meat on the bones, the pulled pork was acceptable, but the southern fried chicken drumsticks were delicious. We were told we would have two side dishes, which we assumed was per person, while it was intended for three persons. The contents of the two dishes were meager so we ordered extra. The server was very chatty and amicable and left us feeling that it was intended as a distraction. When we asked about the misleading advertising on the internet, we were told it dated back prior to COVID-19 and was no longer applicable. The Saturday dinner time attendance was low. We would not recommend this restaurant.

This place is one of my favorite smokehouses. They have great variety of smoked meat: beef brisket,…read morejerk chicken, hot chicken, pork ribs, pork belly nuggets and sausage. Sides include coleslaw, brisket Mac & cheese, salad, vegetables, corn and roasted potatoes. You can go with 2 meats, 3 meats, 4 meats or even 5 meats, then you'll choose 2 sides and drinks and then, voila; you'll enjoy a great meal. The staff are very friendly, so make sure to ask for recommendations as they can help you decide.

Must go for anyone in the Hammer! Lady of the front was so friendly and courteous. I had root beer…read morefloat to start (gotta start with a classic). My appetizer was the chili lime rib tips, perfectly balance (not overwhelming spicy or acidic just perfect). My main was pork pull sandwiches with slaw plus side of mac & cheese no complaints here either another home runner. If you don't have a car no excuse especially during summer take 55 Winona get off at Barton and Lewis about 10 minute walk (I did it).

Classic southern BBQ place, all the classics really well done. Ribs, brisket, pulled pork, all well…read moredone. Pies are surprisingy good.

Odd that we were in Ontario six months ago and yelp waits until today to assign a review of The…read moreDirty South. I'll do my best! I remember a lot of southern comfort foods and vegan/vegetarian items for my niece's friend, Joi. Which she wasn't. Jk. We had a bit of a wait due to time of day and it being a smaller restaurant. The staff were all very friendly and I recall our server being quite attentive. My niece had a brisket hoagie. A great sandwich once you get past the pickled onion. We really enjoyed their fried chicken/mac n cheese concoction and an outstanding loaded poutine. All in all the food was very good, proportionate and reasonably priced (esp after the exchange rate). The atmosphere was acceptable and the people were extremely likable.

Poutine is as Canadian as hockey, maple syrup and "Sorreee!" so here I am for my most fattening…read moredinner on this trip (so far!) with what they're calling "Fried Chicken Poutine" a base of fries, tossed in Louisiana hot sauce, topped with fried chicken bites and then drizzled with buttermilk ranch dressing. I am having a coronary just describing it. It was fabulous and it's a huge portion, thankfully already served in a to go cardboard box. Which was super helpful as two thirds of it went into the fridge and was reheated for lunch. Delish! [Review 1467 of 2024 - 144 in Ontario - 22490 overall]

I do love myself some good mac n cheese. It was super creamy. I shared this with my partner; he…read moreliked the fried shrimp. I thought this would be a heavy dinner but surprisingly I finished this without feeling greasy or bloated. I did wish there were a few more shrimps. The wait was around 15min. I wanted to try their pineapple bbq sauce, which I asked for on the side, but it wasn't in the bag :( but it's all good. The food and service were good. If I was in the area longer, I'd definitely try their fried chicken.

45 minute wait for premade macaroni, eight wings, coleslaw, and mushy cornbread from being on top…read moreof the coleslaw. Not only did I have to wait a long time for my food. People that ordered after me in total four, I counted not much to do when you're waiting 45 minutes had received their food before me. The "creamy macaroni" was bland and dry. The wings were decent just disappointing how mushy it was. The best part of the plate was the cornbread, and it was already ruined. The fact that it was absorbing the sauce from the coleslaw since it was on top of the coleslaw made no sense to me. If you see the spot coming from the airport, I would skip on place.

Had a celebration at The Lancaster Smokehouse in Kitchener, and our entire party was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The atmosphere was super casual, and the service was very friendly and efficient. Really enjoyed the brisket and ribs -- perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Overall, a fun spot and definitely worth a return visit. Saluti

Lancaster Smokehouse is a local favorite, we typically do pickups as they are really busy. But this…read moretime we ate in. The parking lots is usually full, but there is free street parking across the road. Just drive around and see where everyone is parking. The smokehouse has large seating on the ground floor and event space on the upper. There are lots of tables and booths to seat any party size, they also take reservations. We went with 6 people and all around us were groups. The main area seems to be able to sit 50+ at least. Service staff are great, they refill and provide all the containers you'll need to get going. We ordered the Family Deal and couldn't finish. Most people have take out bags when they leave. It's that type of place. - we got the 1 lb pulled pork, 6 smoked chicken wings, beef brisket, and full rack of ribs - mac & cheese, red beans & rice, dilly coleslaw - sweet potato fries, and tater tots It took about 30+ mins for the food to come out since they needed to put everything together. We finished maybe 40% of it. The rest were another two meals at home. Over the years, the price has gone up considerably, but the quality and quantity is still a great value. Definitely bring a group and any visitors from out of town. From previous visits their pig tails, sausage are also great. My favorite is the ribs, mac & cheese, red beans & rice, and the tater tots though. Definitely will need to try their fried chicken and Back of House pizza (attached outside for takeout only) next time.

What an absolute gem! We chose their new location to celebrate our wedding anniversary and were…read moreblown away. The modern, chic decor sets a wonderful ambiance, and the service was immediate and welcoming. The food was spectacular from start to finish. We started with fresh, warm bread, followed by a flavorful seafood gumbo loaded with meat, and a generous portion of two lightly breaded crab cakes. For our mains, the 10oz ribeye and 8oz tenderloin were seasoned and cooked to absolute perfection--compliments to the chef! They came with a lovely side of baby potatoes and vegetables. We capped off a perfect meal with a warm pecan tart and ice cream. I highly recommend coming here. We noticed they have a pizza oven and plan to add pizza to the menu soon; we already can't wait for our next visit to try it out! Ps parking wise, the restaurant is just off a residential neighborhood and parking is free. No need to pay for any parking, just remember to read signs.

This 30-year-old restaurant personifies New Orleans food very well, serving Creole and Cajun…read morecuisine. The dishes were plated well, and the food was fresh and tasted delicious. There are specials that change weekly. The interior is decorated with New Orleans memorabilia, medium lit, cozy (not large), with jazz music in the background. Service was attentive and friendly. They operated for 30 years at their old location. This location soft-opened on 2026-02-12. We came on 2026-02-25 for dinner. There were still some furnishings to complete (there were unforeseen delays). They kept the same menu offerings but it will be expanded within a month. We ordered the following: 1. Citra Terre D'Abruzzo Pinot Grigio - Italy (glass $14.95). 2. Coke. 3. Crab Cakes ($19.95). 4. New Orleans Shrimp Cocktail ($19.95). 5. Jambalaya Aranchini (weekly special). 6. Blackened Lamb Chops (weekly special). 7. New Orleans Fisherman's Plate ($39.95). 8. Pecan Pie warmed with Ice Cream ($14.95). 9. Bananas Foster ($14.95). 10. Beignet ($14.95). Every dish had an excellent presentation. We spent a lot of time taking photos and videos. What did you expect from me?! We loved all the dishes! The portions were large! There are more staff than in the previous location, allowing the service to be excellent. They tend to have many loyal and returning customers. Every table starts with freshly baked bread and butter. The bread was so fresh! The three appetizers tasted good. They each had a little kick due to creole cuisine. I loved the shrimp the most. The Blackened Lamb Chops was perfectly cooked. Each of the four pieces were very tender, accompanied by a delicious sauce. The dish had some very nicely cooked seasonal vegetables: roasted potatoes, a red pepper, string beans, a broccoli, and a carrot. This dish will be put into their regular menu in the near future. The New Orleans Fisherman's Plate is great if you want a little sampling of their seafood: Blackened Fish, Cajun Calamari, and Coconut Beer Shrimp. It also comes with rice and seasonal vegetables. The fish was so good! We brought some home for my mom and she really loved it. The Coconut Beer Shrimp was on top of a Orange Marmalade Sauce, which is really liked. The three desserts looked really good and tasted good. I loved the pecan pie the most. They can split dishes in half in the kitchen and serve them on two dishes for two people to share. The restaurant uses fresh seasonal ingredients and spices to create authentic Creole and Cajun tastes. Everything is made in-house except for bread and butter. In the near future, their bread will be made in-house too. Currently, there is only indoor dining but they are looking into the possibility of sidewalk outdoor dining. Mike Djurdjevic runs the front of the house while his wife, Mira Djurdjevic, operates the kitchen. Their son, Marko, also helps in the front of the house. There is a large pizza oven at the back of the restaurant. They will be introducing creole pizza in the near future. There is a separate large room for events, parties, etc. This room will be ready in the near future. They also do catering. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, but there is no door-open button. There is one gender-neutral washroom, which is also wheelchair accessible, and one female washroom. Thrre is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2026-037

My dad decided to get this, and he said there was a massive line, as he told me I tried the brisket…read moresandwich and the wings, it would be better if we tried right when it was ordered but it was still pretty good. The brisket was tender, and melts in your mouth, fries were crispy, I don't like bbq smothered in bbq sauce but this place was actually pretty good. I have to come here in person and try it while it is hot

Friends took me here for dinner after debating which food spot to try…read more.. 9/10 for the mini combo. Ribs fall off the bone, sauced and smoked very well. The honey garlic smoked wings were delicious! Fell off the bone as well and was very well sauced. The fries were crispy even with the sauce on top. 10/10 for value! The entire pack was about 20$ after taxes and I really can't complain about anything at all. They give you enough to fill your stomach up and have some food possibly to spare. 9/10 for customer service, the staff were really pleasant and was attending to our needs for extra sauces and anything we needed. 6/10 for space, I wished it was a tad more spacious. People who were sitting behind me was bumping my chair and the next table beside us was too close, but would definitely come back again!!

Have been going to The Ship for years…read more Great consistency and great service from kitchen and bar. Wonderful patio with growing ivy and bench seating. Chicken sandwiches are legendary.

Food is bad (unfresh?) service was friendly and sizes are huge…read more Classic situation where a not so good restaurants compensates with volume. Serving portions are huge but taste wasn't there. Had the crab poutine and while massive it tasted old and fishy. Ordered the French onion burger and while also big, the meat tasted expired. I was sincerely worried that I would get sick later (so far it's the day after and I'm fine). The optional ceasar salad upgrade was delicious though. Server was great and super friendly. Place is classic pub and felt grimy. Won't be back because the food is awful.