Best BBQ and Smoked Meats in Calgary for 2026

Enjoy brisket with 18 rotating Big Rock brews.

Big Sky BBQ, set inside Big Rock Brewery, is a haven for Texas BBQ lovers. The aroma of smoked meats fills the air, mingling with the hoppy scent of craft beers. The brisket here is tender, smoky, and pairs perfectly with a pint of your favorite Big Rock brew.

West-Tennessee BBQ with a lively bourbon bar.

This 17th Avenue hotspot is all about West-Tennessee BBQ. The meats are smoked for up to 14 hours, resulting in a tender, flavor-packed experience. The bourbon bar adds a kick, offering a vast selection of whiskeys to accompany your meal. The vibe is sharp and lively, making it a works for a night out.

South Block combines rustic charm with a chic brewpub vibe. Their North Carolina-style BBQ is served by the half-pound or in hearty sandwiches. The patio is a useful pick to enjoy their craft beers, brewed on-site, alongside a platter of smoky, flavorful meats.

Pro tip. Their patio is perfect for sunny days.

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The brisket and ribs are a Texas-style dream.

Located in Kensington, Hayden Block offers a taste of Texas with its smoked brisket and ribs. The rustic decor adds to the Southern charm, and the whiskey cocktails are expertly crafted. It's a busy spot, but well worth the wait for the melt-in-your-mouth meats and the lively atmosphere.

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Enjoy slow-smoked meats with a side of live music.

Palomino Smokehouse is a downtown BBQ joint that doubles as a music venue. The rustic space is perfect for enjoying slow-smoked meats like ribs and brisket. The full bar offers a variety of drinks, and the live music adds to the lively, unpretentious vibe.

The pub-like setting is perfect for enjoying their smoked offerings.

All Beef Catering and Smokehouse offers a cozy, pub-like atmosphere set in the Calgary Soccer Centre. The smoked meats are the highlight, with brisket and ribs that are both tender and flavorful. It's a relaxed spot to enjoy a hearty meal away from the city's hustle.

Jane Bond BBQ - Sage Hill gives Calgary a bbq stop built around bbq, brisket, and ribs, with a practical fit for bbq meals.

Jane Bond BBQ - Sage Hill at 101 Sage Vly Cmn NW #102 works for bbq meals when you want bbq, brisket, and ribs. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or small groups, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Jane Bond BBQ gives Calgary a bbq stop built around bbq, brisket, and ribs, with a practical fit for bbq meals.

Jane Bond BBQ at 723 46 Ave SE #321 works for bbq meals when you want bbq, brisket, and ribs. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or small groups, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Jane Bond BBQ - Canyon Meadows gives Calgary a bbq stop built around bbq, brisket, and ribs, with a practical fit for bbq meals.

Jane Bond BBQ - Canyon Meadows at 380 Canyon Meadows Dr SE #1101 works for bbq meals when you want bbq, brisket, and ribs. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or small groups, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

The 14-hour smoked brisket is the star of the show.

Big T's is a smokehouse staple in Calgary, serving up generous portions of Texas-style BBQ. The smoky aroma greets you as soon as you enter, and the menu is proof of all things meaty and delicious.