Our smoker, made here in Quebec, will leave no one indifferent. It is custom-made for our family dining room. This smoker will add a distinctive aroma, color, and texture to all our meats. JackFlat is a smoking place that smells so good! A fun place with a large arcade room.
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Jack Flat BBQ is widely recognized as a top destination for meat lovers, offering a lively and festive atmosphere that captures a genuine Texas smokehouse experience. Many guests rave about the generous portions, the high quality of the smoked meats, and the delicious variety of dishes like the brisket, smash burgers, and poutine. While the vibrant, country-themed environment and upbeat music are highlights for most, some visitors note that the space can become quite loud. The service is frequently described as fast, friendly, and professional, with many team members earning praise for their attentive and welcoming approach. Although feedback regarding menu clarity, side dish consistency, and serving temperatures varies, the overall impression remains that this restaurant is a go-to spot for those seeking a fun, protein-packed dining experience in a spirited setting.
Souper pour 4 - 2 adultes 2 ados Special assiette Ranch - viandes & à-côtés + cheeseburger (×2) + soupe aux pois + Portions généreuses / viandes correctes, sans plus - cheeseburger (smash) correct, sans plus - salade césar était sèche, peu de sauce / vinaigrette + harcicots verts croquants / très bons / frites correctes, mais on a eu droit au "fond de panier" des petits morceaux frits & re-frits - Mac & cheese crémeux, mais peu goûteux - Pain "carré" très sec & pas de beurre offert - Soupe aux pois - pas la traditionelle! Les à-cotés refroidissent très vite (servis dans des barquettes de cartons), donc on se sent poussés à soit manger rapidement ou accepter de manger froid. Service: a débuté ordinaire. On a rapidement été avisé que la réservation était pour 2 heures, pas plus. La serveuse est venue nous voir & nous présenter le menu & n'est jamais revenue. Celle qui a pris la relève était tres cordiale & efficace. Ambiance: beau décor, mais définitivement pas l'endroit pour jaser ou se retrouver en famille... la musique est forte & les gens essayent de parler plus fort que la musique pour s'entendre. Difficile!! On était aussi très cordé, style cabane à sucre: devoir tasser la table pour laisser passer l'autre famille, mais devoir la retasser pour que le personnel puisse passer. Je comprends vouloir maximiser l'espace, mais ce n'est pas une réussite. En gros, ça ne vaut pas tant le "hype". Je n'y retournerai pas.
This is by far my favourite restaurant. I've been here 10+ times since I've heard about it & every time my experience is amazing. Never had any problems with the food nor the waiters. Waiters are generally friendly & accommodating to your needs. I strongly suggest the brisket, pork belly, Mac & cheese, Texas twinkies(spicy warning) & the mashed potatoes. If I could come here everyday I would!
As someone that has eaten BBQ all across the usa I'm not impressed by the food.. I feel like the brisket didn't have a smoke ring & was more dry. The pork belly was really good & tender. I didn't find the sauces are a little different. Don't expect the Kansas style or south Carolina vinegarette style BBQ sauce. The mac & cheese was really delicious tho. I love the alldente pasta & how creamy it is. I'm definitely a fan. Service was great. I sat alone at the bar & the barmaid helped & & answered all my questions. Service was fast & the place was pretty busy for Thursday 6:30pm. The ambiance is really nice. K love the,decor & how it has like a funky country style mix. I enjoyed the country music & the animal decorations especially that floating alligator. Would come again but more for the vibe. I would not come for the food.
Jan 9, 2025
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Just wanted to post an update - After dining here in July & several other times in restaurant or for take out, now in January of 2025 I can confidently say the food is awesome - delicious in every way. Good portions & great quality. Decor is also out of this world particularly during the Xmas period. Love it! - ---- Heard a lot about this place on social media & being a huge fan of BBQ I'm really glad to have tried it. Our group of 5 dined here on Satuday July 6th around 4:30 PM. We made a reservation online. This was a bit earlier than we wanted but figured it would be more ideal to ensure they do not run out of the specialty meats served on this day. Saturday's special is the smoked beef ribs- the menu emphasizes they are first come first serve "until we run out". We were seated on a large communal style wooden pic nic table in the middle of the restaurant. There is a mix of booth seating, individual chairs & these pic nic tables. I wish I had an actual chair with a back rest as sitting on the bench without back support for a while can get quite uncomfortable. Despite being early for supper, the restaurant was already pretty full by 5PM. We noticed at least 2 birthday groups & a bachelor party going on. This is a great place for birthdays & events - there is a second floor where they can accomodate large groups. The atmosphere is loud country fun - great decorations, country music playing the whole time & tv screens featuring rodeo or music videos. There are even certain times during the week where they have line dancing - I've seen many videos of patrons dancing on the tables - this is the vibe I was a bit afraid of. It's rowdy so I suggest coming earlier or a weekday if you want something more peaceful. Our group each opted for the "ranch experience" platter. This is $59 a person. You get about pound & a half of meat per person, a sampling of all options on the menu. Brisket, pork belly, porc ribs & smoked turkey. Every one also gets a smashburger. We paid extra to have beef ribs as well ($80). There are sides to share, coleslaw, fries, mac & cheese (amazing!!), fried popcorn chicken. This experience platter is a great option to taste several things on the menu - if you have a big appetite or just like seing lots of food, highly recommend. Honestly some of the best BBQ I've ever. I've tried all the major spots in & around Montreal & often travel to the USA, I've been eating BBQ for some time & also cook it at home, so have an idea what to expect - Jack Flat really sets the bar high. The brisket & beef ribs are so flavorful & tender, the chicken, turkey, just about everything was juicy. Even the sides - the double fried brown french fries are amazing, the mac & cheese is so goocey & creamy, not dry or overcooked like many other places. I love that each table gets bottles of their homemade sauces & there is a big roll of paper towels for you. I wish I tasted some other appetizers or options - the menu can be hard to figure out as there are little descriptions & no pictures. For example they have a "Texas Twinkie", I thought this was deep fried twinkie cakes at first but is a jalapeno popper wrapped in bacon. Make sure to study the menu well & ask questions if you're not sure. If you enjoy real american bbq you won't be disappointed. Just taking a star away for the very loud atmosphere & some uncomfortable seating in some cases. Pricing is also on the high end. Main meal options on the menu do not generally come with sides - everything is an extra so the bill adds up fast.
Short UPDATE OCTOBER 2024 Went back to this great spot. Always fun always great atmosphere but Music is way way too loud. Still cannot have a conversation with anyone because the music is blasting so loud it is actually not enjoyable. Food wise it's still great but Brisket still has not been mastered, A little dry. I've been here about 7 or 8 times & the brisket tastes good but it is always dry. Needs improvement. Ribs were good especially since there was no sweet sauce on them this time. Turkey is very good. Porc belly always awesome. Sides are good too. All in all still a great place but gotta improve that brisket & lower the sound a bit! UPDATED NOVEMBER 2023 Still one of my favorite spots on the north shore but i must say they really still need to work on a few things. It was my 6th time here since the opening & i have to say that not once has the brisket been very good & this last time it was extremely dry & flavorless. Really need to work on the Brisk. They had no more porc Belly left at 8 oclock. C'mon guys. Everytime we go theres a meat missing. It's a saturday night. Porc Belly is probably the cheapest & most popular meat there. Just make more....ITS A FULL HOUSE SATURDAY NIGHT! Ribs are okay at best, way too salty though. Smash Burger always EXCELLENT. Sides were great also including poutine & Mac & Cheese. Sausage was forgettable. Service also needs work. But its a packed house & they are probably short staffed so i'll give them some slack there All to say brought down the rating because what should be the stars of the show don't seem to be the stars of the show anymore. It's more about the sides & burgers Notes for Brisket: Maybe cook it to 165 then wrap it till 200 with tallow (optional) & let rest as long as possible (even up to 12 hours) in a low oven till you need to serve it. Brisket should be nice & juicy not tough & dry. Maybe the brisket has some parts that are dryer than others if it is not well squared before cooking. Thats normal. But maybe dont serve it. It's not enjoyable when you're paying 45$/lb _____________________________________________________________ The food is quite good. For a smokehouse in Montreal, it's probably one of the best alongside Lattuca BBQ & Blackstrap BBQ. I still think Blackstrap & Lattuca have this place Beat but if you are from the north shore you don't have to drive too far & it's very convenient. It is miles above & beyond any other "smokehouse" you can get on the north shore like RUBS (worst excuse for a BBQ i've ever seen) or Le Baril. It is a new place, it will get better with time i believe. One thing that needs to change is the service. The waiters are not trained. They do not know the menu & they are not very professional/inexperienced. Service & Employees need a serious wake up call. As for the Food, the brisket & Ribs were very tender & the spices just right. I would lay off the sweetness & sweet sauces on the outer layer & just showcase the meat & bark on those bad boys but that is just personal preference. Fries are alright. nothing special but the Fitos-chili was scumptuous. Brisket Poutine is also quite nice. Try the Smash Burgers. They are worth it. One negative...WAY TOO LOUD! its crazy. Please turn it down a little. You cant talk to people or hear anything. I almost went deaf. Give the place a shot. They're working hard trying to make it work & i'm sure they will. Great Spot ! Keep up the great work.
Visited Jack Flat's on my first time in Laval's centropolis as it seemed like the most unique choice. They put the space to great use, adorning the room with lots of southern-cowboy-esque decor. They even clear space for square dancing in the evenings which was fun to see. The service was great. Lots of seating on their outdoor patio section. A very impressive drink menu with loads of fun options. As for the food menu, the variety is alright. Some good options, with the ribs probably being the top pick. The brisket was good but paled in comparison to others I've had. I'm a huge mac n cheese love so couldn't skip that, I was pleased with the level of creaminess. Doesn't come close to real Southern BBQ but for Quebec, it will do.
wow . super bon resto . brisket sublime mac & cheese surprenant . nous avons eu le menu de groupe donc on a gouter a plusieurs viande/a coté dont salade ceasar , gauffre au maïs , feve , frite ect drink varié & tres bon 👍 nous y retournons certain .
Went yesterday for my friends birthday the place was packed! Great atmosphere & ambiance the only thing that got me a little disappointed was the speed of the service & the food. I ordered the brisket & mac & cheese the brisket was good but it was a little tough & it came cold... The mac & cheese was good also but there was nacho cheese on the top which in my opinion threw off the flavour completely & it was also too much going on way too heavy it was good for the first couple of bites but after it became a task to finish A little disappointing for the price as well. Why no corn bread? It's a Texas BBQ restaurant & we get a piece of toast with the meal why not actual corn bread? Lol
This restaurant smells divine; the aroma of BBQ emanating from it was what led me to walk in. I opted for a table outside due to the nice weather, but the decor in their indoor dining room was so nice as well! To eat, I got a Cheese Bacon smash burger & my partner got a Mac'N'Four Cheeses. I also ordered a side of fries, because the burger comes on its own. In total, a burger & fries set me back $21, which is a bit pricey, but the food was absolutely delicious. The burger is juicy & the fries are well seasoned. The Mac tasted like the goldfish crackers to me, but my partner said It was very good & very cheesy. The wait isn't crazy at this restaurant, but you will be waiting 10-15 minutes from ordering until you get your food. The staff are super friendly! I can't wait to go back to this restaurant & try different things!
