Cherry Street Bar-B-Que, Barbecue restaurant in Port Lands, Toronto, Canada
Cherry Street Bar-B-Que operates from a converted 1920s bank building with open dining areas and an outdoor patio overlooking Toronto's skyline. The smoking setup uses white oak fires in a modified shipping container to prepare different cuts of meat.
The building began as a bank in the early 1900s and was later converted for dining use. This transformation gave it a new purpose in Toronto's developing waterfront district.
The restaurant blends Texas brisket, St. Louis ribs, and regional smoking techniques, showing how different barbecue traditions come together in Toronto's food scene. Visitors experience these varied styles directly on their plates.
The venue offers counter service with indoor and outdoor seating options, making it easy to choose based on weather and preference. Visitors should expect it to get busy on weekends, especially during evening hours.
Pitmaster Lawrence La Pianta brings knowledge from the Kansas City Barbecue Society circuit, creating dishes that bridge local and regional styles. His experience connects established barbecue tradition with Toronto's own culinary identity.
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