After the House of Lancaster’s unceremonious demise with Henry VI death, members of the matrilineal line fled to the Americas. Under fake aliases, they settled in Upper Canada, bided and waited, and in time, The Lancaster Smokehouse was born.That was all made up, but this food isn’t.Large carb portions and some delicious southern BBQ, it scratches an itch a lot of us have; to form an unrequited tryst with gluttony.The Nashville chicken was juicy and spicy, the tater tots are out of this world, and the other meats were solid (I would just avoid the ribs).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Sophia Mehra
I recently went to Lancaster Smokehouse and wow…I have to be honest and say that I do not love smokehouses, but THIS one - amazing. At 1:00 pm this place was popping and rightfully so. The service was AMAZING!!!! We were quickly checked on, drinks were refilled without asking, the waitress was so kind (she was blonde with braids!!) and we were so well taken care of.Portions are massive, and the quality of the food!!! WOW! I got the Texas Fries with added pork, by far the best meat I have received from a smokehouse. The pork was huge, tender, flavourful and delicious. All of the sides looked amazing too. The friends I was dining with loved their food and the service they received too.The only complaint and this is totally a personal thing as I get easily overstimulated is that the atmosphere is very busy and loud. Similar to Beertown where at first you are screaming to be heard haha, but then it gets better as time goes on.Already planning my next visit!!
We really enjoyed our food. The portions were so filling that we got to take a good amount home! (you get what you paid for basically) or maybe it’s because we are girls and can’t eat much at a time ??♀️. The drinks were also good. I would advise you make a reservation since the place is always packed and so you don’t have to seat close to the bathroom like we had to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, BBQ Chicken, Ribs
Kian K
10/10. Can’t get better BBQ style meat in Waterloo region.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Beef Brisket
Sheldon
5 stars across the board, now this is foodSwiss Chalet eat your heart out
Brisket was slightly overcooked than I expected (still tender but expected juicy pinky). Pulled pork and rib were amazing, brought home leftover and used oven to warm it and still taste great. And a man served our table he was the best server ive seen. He served things that I wanted before I asked.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Cole Siegel
Best BBQ I've had in Ontario and the portion sizes were huge as well. Super friendly staff here. Highly recommended!
Dined here over the weekend. Left with a belly full of delicious barbecue. Would definitely recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Pulled Pork
Delicious food, portions are huge so come hungry!! I went on a Friday night and they had live music too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
After the House of Lancaster’s unceremonious demise with Henry VI death, members of the matrilineal line fled to the Americas. Under fake aliases, they settled in Upper Canada, bided and waited, and in time, The Lancaster Smokehouse was born.That was all made up, but this food isn’t.Large carb portions and some delicious southern BBQ, it scratches an itch a lot of us have; to form an unrequited tryst with gluttony.The Nashville chicken was juicy and spicy, the tater tots are out of this world, and the other meats were solid (I would just avoid the ribs).
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I recently went to Lancaster Smokehouse and wow…I have to be honest and say that I do not love smokehouses, but THIS one - amazing. At 1:00 pm this place was popping and rightfully so. The service was AMAZING!!!! We were quickly checked on, drinks were refilled without asking, the waitress was so kind (she was blonde with braids!!) and we were so well taken care of.Portions are massive, and the quality of the food!!! WOW! I got the Texas Fries with added pork, by far the best meat I have received from a smokehouse. The pork was huge, tender, flavourful and delicious. All of the sides looked amazing too. The friends I was dining with loved their food and the service they received too.The only complaint and this is totally a personal thing as I get easily overstimulated is that the atmosphere is very busy and loud. Similar to Beertown where at first you are screaming to be heard haha, but then it gets better as time goes on.Already planning my next visit!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
We really enjoyed our food. The portions were so filling that we got to take a good amount home! (you get what you paid for basically) or maybe it’s because we are girls and can’t eat much at a time ??♀️. The drinks were also good. I would advise you make a reservation since the place is always packed and so you don’t have to seat close to the bathroom like we had to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, BBQ Chicken, Ribs
10/10. Can’t get better BBQ style meat in Waterloo region.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Beef Brisket
5 stars across the board, now this is foodSwiss Chalet eat your heart out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 3 Meat Platter Sweat Fries and Tater Tots, BBQ, Ribs, Beef Brisket
The food is amazing! Highly recommended. It reminded me of my time in Austin, Texas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Southern BBQ, BBQ, Smoked Brisket, Smoked Meat, BBQ Chicken, Ribs, Baked Beans, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
The food is always fantastic! Sometimes you have to wait ... But it's worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 3 Meat Platter Sweat Fries and Tater Tots, Ribs, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
Saturday lunch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Ribs
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Filing pulled pork sandwich, yummy sweet potato fries.Live music upstairs today, brought to you by the Grand River Blues Society!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Incredible food! Must eat here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smokehouse Nachos, 3 Meat Platter Sweat Fries and Tater Tots, Smoked Wings, Sauce, BBQ, Sandwich, Smoked Brisket, Ribs, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket
Top 3 pizza place in KW for sure ?
Brisket was slightly overcooked than I expected (still tender but expected juicy pinky). Pulled pork and rib were amazing, brought home leftover and used oven to warm it and still taste great. And a man served our table he was the best server ive seen. He served things that I wanted before I asked.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best BBQ I've had in Ontario and the portion sizes were huge as well. Super friendly staff here. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5