Reviews across the board praise Aylwin Barbecue for outstanding smoked meat, with brisket and ribs drawing especially strong accolades and the Famous Aylwinator burger described as juicy and perfectly seasoned. The experience is defined by warm, friendly, and efficient service that keeps things moving smoothly. Sides like mac n' cheese and poutine are noted for being rich and comforting, while sauces, a sweet and a spicy option, complement the meat without overpowering it. The overall impression is that Aylwin Barbecue stands out for consistency and craft, prompting many to say they will return and that the visit is worth the drive. While a few notes mention a sweeter sauce in parts, the quality remains high and the focus on smoking is clear, encouraging diners to try multiple items.
Love this place! On weekends they have more offerings such as the brisket sandwich. David, the gentleman at the cash taking orders, is awesome & always very friendly! Highly recommend!
May 23, 2026
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VERY GOOD SMOKED SALMON BAGEL & REUBEN'S SANDWICH!! 👍
But, just a a'lil smile of appreciation from the young lady at the counter would've been nice towards 2 paying customers?
Instead of ... an'attitude face.
Customers, have choices.
Especially, with the Première Moisson bakery upstairs?
You're welcome, for our support.
Yummy, yummy, yummy. Super fast service delicious quality food a must try. They're Reuben sandwhich is mouth watering, & they have some awesome thicccc hash browns.
Our family outing to Aylwin for the first time was amazing & everything was so delicious ! It truly was worth the long drive & we will be back without a doubt ! Thank you to Tyler who served us. He takes service with a smile very seriously & we sure appreciated it ! ❤?
Oct 20, 2025
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This place is absolutely amazing! It's the first thing you smell as you enter the Atwater Market.
Let's talk about that brisket. First off, the spice rub is exquisite. The seasoning doesn't overpower the meat flavor - it enhances it. The smoke is tasty, & again, not overpowering. They give you two sauces - one sweet & one spicy.
We also got the Famous Aylwinator Burger. This is perfection on a bun. Again, seasoned & smoked perfectly, awesome condiments, & made with care.
Last but not least, the people who work there are just plain cool. Super friendly, witty, & efficient. I will absolutely be back the next time I come to Montréal.
Super expérience pour le repas chez Aylwin, c'était très très bon, le service rapide & dans la bonne humeur !
Prix raisonnable pour la qualité de mon repas !
I tried a beef brisket sandwich. The sauce was kind of sweet. There was a bit of cucumber mixed with mayonnaise in one part. It was okay, but a little too sweet for me.
It cost around $16 after tax.
Oct 10, 2025
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We don't know where to start telling you how amazing every part of this was.
We were immediately drawn to the large sign for the'famous' Aylwinator cheeseburger. A thick, perfectly cooked patty that radiated juiciness, enveloped in fresh lettuce, tomatoes, & drizzled with a simple yet astonishingly delicious sauce. This burger was sublime.
To accompany our burgers, we ordered a side of Mac n' cheese & we are at a loss for words. We can confidently say this is the best we have ever tasted-no exaggeration. Thick, creamy shell noodles crowned with crispy breadcrumbs & green onions.
But it didn't stop there. We followed that with a poutine worthy of our top 10 list. We loved everything about it, from the tangy gravy to the perfectly cut fries.
To wash it all down, a homemade lemonade & rye (at 11 am because we're degenerates). It was refreshing &... very potent, 😅.
We're not sure when or why key lime became associated with BBQ, but we are all for it. This super creamy, refreshing, tangy delight was a perfect farewell to the summer vibes.
