Bains BBQ — Restaurant in Sarnia

I got a burger to go. Didn't look at the menu, just ordered a burger. Never been previously so didn't know what to expect. It took 20 minutes to make and recieve the burg (that was after ordering it) which seemed excessive, especially since there were only 3 other active tables that seemed to already have their meals. Cheese was $1.99 and I wasn't told it was extra when asked if I wanted cheese and bacon. Otherwise I would have said no. When asked about a side, I didnt want one but was told it comes with so I had to (since I'd be charged for it anyway). The total was $24 with tax and tip!! For a to-go burger and 20+ minute wait. The meat of the burger was really good and thick. Unfortunately it was cooked to over well done so it was chewy and dense. I chose this place bc reviews said the burger was juicy. But mine was a shriveled hockey puck. The bun is an uninspired Brioche type thin whisp you can pick up at a grocery store (not a fresh bakery made artisan bun). The bbq sauce and garlic aoli sauces were good. But the pickles, lettuce, tomato and onion were skimpy and not prepped with the care and attention a $24 burger should get. Literally the pickles were thin as paper and the two slivers of red onion were unevenly cut and the lettuce was one small leaf with a thick stem. I do want to say the quality of meat is really good. But the overall prep needs to step up for the price and wait time. The server was nice and I appreciated his...

Amazing BBQ!!!

This was some amazing BBQ! A family run roadhouse right in the heart of Sarnia! This is a spot that’s been here for years and one that I have been meaning to try. Am I glad I did!!! I had the the Smokehouse Meat Platter. It feeds more then two people so make sure you are hungry. It comes with 1/4 beer can chicken, 1/4 smoked rack of ribs, smoked pulled pork, beef brisket, smoked sausage, 2 smoked wings, and 3 bacon wrapped meatballs. Choice of two side: I got the Mac and cheese and the potato salad with bacon chunks. Top it off with two cornbread muffins! My belly was so happy and full. Thank you to the entire crew at Bains for an awesome experience. You can dine in, sit on the patio, or get take out. They even do catering for larger events. Give this place a try if you haven’t yet. You won’t regret it.

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Had dinner here today, Sept 29, 2022. It was outstanding! A wide variety of bbq items to choose from, and from what we saw, all were done with care. The kids menus were abbreviated, but the quality was not. (We may have taste tested :)) My wife had the chicken while I attacked the meatloaf, both were good. Juicy and sweet. The mac and cheese with bacon is creamy, and I'll try the jalapeno option next time to switch it up. Even the coleslaw is very good, an item that is often overlooked elsewhere. It is not overpowered with spices, not drowning in vinegar, was very crisp tasting, and i love the addition of pears. Michael was a very attentive server, thank you! The portions were enough that we had plenty to take home with us, great value! Will definitely...