Beach Hill Smokehouse — Restaurant in Toronto

Myself, my wife and her sister decided to try this place out. We had seen good things about this place and have been looking for a good replacement for Adamson's BBQ after they closed. Unfortunately, that was not what we found.

The place itself is not hard to find right on the corner of Main St. and Gerrard St East. and is a nice indoor take on an outdoor Texas BBQ joint. The place has nice picnic tables set up with lots of paper towels to clean up with. The staff was nice and helpful and very friendly and made you feel welcome.

Let me start with the good things about the food. The sausage was good and the flavor and cook on it was great. The BBQ sauce was great as well and had a great little kick on the back end…. The way spice should be done. Unfortunately the rest of the food was a mixed bag.

The brisket was cooked ok, the fat content made most of it uneatable. Out of 1lb brisket, maybe ⅓ was something that could be eaten. I mean we all expected some fat in the brisket, as there should be some, as it’s what adds great flavor to the meat. But in most pieces, the fat content was almost 50% of the slices. It was too bad, as what we were able to eat was good.

The chicken was a big disappointment. The chicken had little flavor and felt overcooked in parts and under in others…. Even the skin had little flavor. We had a hard time telling if the chicken was BBQ and not just oven cooked, because it definitely did look or taste like BBQ.

The sides were also a big miss. We got the Mac & Cheese and the Peach Cobbler and Cornbread, all of which were lacking. The mac & cheese was mushy and lacking any real flavor. We all agreed it needed some pepper or other spice to give it some kind of taste. The cobbler was not what I would call a cobbler. It was a mush of dough and peaches, with a little bit of sweetness.

The real miss was the cornbread, It was gross to be honest. It had full pieces of corn in it, that made the texture feel off and the flavor just bad. My wife's sister, who is a big fan of cornbread, said it almost made her sick to her stomach.

We were so excited to try this place and it was a huge disappointment. I hate leaving bad reviews, as I know how hard restaurant owners and workers work to try to give their customers a good product, but in this case they missed the mark. If you are looking for a great BBQ place….....

My culinary odyssey at Beach Hill Smokehouse spans over a several years, and I find myself returning repeatedly, drawn in by the unparalleled allure of their brisket sandwich. The symphony of flavors that emanates from each bite is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into their culinary creations.

What sets Beach Hill Smokehouse apart extends beyond the gastronomic realm; it's an immersive experience that begins the moment you walk through the door. The staff, paragons of hospitality, consistently elevate the dining experience. Their attentiveness and genuine warmth leave an indelible impression, turning a simple meal into a memorable occasion.

Despite the geographical constraints, the siren call of Beach Hill's brisket is too compelling to resist. During times when venturing to the establishment isn't feasible, I've resorted to the convenience of Uber Eats, and remarkably, the essence of their culinary artistry remains undiminished. It's a testament to their commitment to excellence that transcends the confines of their physical space.

In the realm of brisket, Beach Hill Smokehouse reigns supreme in the city. Whether seated in their welcoming establishment or savoring the same delectable flavors through a food delivery service, the quality remains consistently exceptional. Beach Hill Smokehouse isn't merely a restaurant; it's a culinary sanctuary where passion, flavor, and service converge to create an experience that lingers in the memory, beckoning you back...

They made this Texas girl's homesick birthday much brighter. If you want good Texas-style brisket, this is the place to go. Especially if you're going by on a weekend and are lucky enough that they're not sold out of burnt ends.

I grew up in Texas and spent a decade in Austin. I've done the whole central Texas barbecue tour in Lockhart and Elgin. I've gotten up at 8 am to stand in line at Franklin's. This probably doesn't mean anything to most of you, I realize, but Texas barbecue is something I know — I'm not an expert by any stretch, but I've eaten a lot of it and I've eaten at some of the best places in the world.

Beach Hill's brisket is really, really good. The rub they use is extremely flavorful (and they're generous with it!). The meat is tender and melts in your mouth. Ask for moist brisket if you like the tender meltaway experience. I recommend it.

The brisket is definitely the star of the show, but I thought the mac and cheese was also fantastic. The sausage was good, too. They have good cornbread (it errs on the side of sweet, which is my preference). The slaw had too much cilantro for my roommate's tastes, so be warned if you're a no-cilantro person! I tried the cobbler and it was really tasty, with a nice flaky crust. I will have to try their beans the next time I go.

Overall, strongly recommended, and it's great to have a little piece of home just around...