A little about this place
About The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse is a Texas-style barbecue restaurant at 4188 Living Arts Drive, near Square One in Mississauga, part of a small chain with branches in Toronto and Edmonton that describes itself as fully halal and alcohol-free. Smoked brisket sold by weight is the centrepiece, alongside beef back ribs, pulled beef sandwiches, sliders, burgers, steaks, lamb shank and wings, plus brisket poutine, brisket mac and cheese and large sharing platters. The dining room is set up for families and groups, with bookings, parties and catering taken.
HFP review summary
What diners mention
4.4 / 51,556 Google reviews
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Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
1156 1,156 - 4 stars
138 138 - 3 stars
74 74 - 2 stars
64 64 - 1 star
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What people enjoy
- Smoked brisket is the headline, tender and well seasoned, with beef ribs, brisket poutine and mac and cheese also praised.
- Staff are friendly and attentive, and the manager often serves tables himself.
- The lively, upscale dining room suits family gatherings and parties.









