Big T’s BBQ & Smokehouse - Calgary, Alberta

Not good. Attached picture was what was left from their beef brisket, a signature dish according to my waitress. Solid white beef fat is definitely not appealing and it makes me wonder if they know how to properly cook brisket. What meat was left was not very flavorful and ... was tough, despite having a smoke ring. Spicy coleslaw must have been dressed ahead of time, as it was a soggy mess. Not much atmosphere at lunch and a poor selection of beers. It wasn't the worst brisket I've had, but pretty close. Side ribs were a bit better - I could at least taste the applewood smoke, but nothing I'd rush back for. Read more

I was passing through Calgary and had a craving for some BBQ back ribs. I searched the internet looking for Famous Dave’s BBQ ribs, surprised because they don’t operate in Calgary. Instead I ended trying Big T’s. I placed an order to go at the restaurant and what a huge ... disappointment. Ribs were wrapped in tin foil, and tasted like old meat or something. The original BBQ sauce was not at all to my liking. Even if the sauce was good, it wasn’t enough sauce to fully cover the half rack. Just one tiny sauce came on the side. Corn bread was so dry and crumbly I had to use water in-order to swallow it. No napkins or utensils, not even a pack of ketchup for the fries. The corn cob was good. I was so disappointed in the meal I purchased, I threw it out except for the corn cob. The meal was over $30 and I really regret tipping after opening up the nicely sealed brown paper bag they use for packaging take out. I know now to stay away from this place. Read more

February 2024: Beans, slaw, meatloaf and sausage! Yummmmy! March 2023: I love this place! I've been disappointed once, back during the pandemic. The waitress sucked, and I don't think she's there anymore. Every other time has been a dream. They know my name, they're accommodating, kind, friendly, the food is nice, portions are good. I ... love Big T's! Read more

Calgary BBQ Adventure ___________________________________ Smoky brisket, spicy catfish, and decadent cheesecake! While in Calgary we stopped by this restaurant to enjoy some BBQ. Located among the rows of hotels in the university area. Dinner was a delightful experience thanks to our host who was efficient and friendly. We enjoyed their smoked brisket dinner - ... 1/2 lb slow smoked beef brisket, and blackened catfish (Spicy) with corn on the cob, cornbread and mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was more saucy than creamy, the roux lacked that delicious flavor I hoped for but still edible. I like to determine a good BBQ when the meat needs no sauce to accompany it. While the brisket was moist, tender and smoked a little more seasoning would have done the trick. However with the BBQ sauce it was a great combination. The cornbread was crumbly and ended up being more on the drier side. The catfish was amazing! It was seasoned and fresh. Superb! The cheesecake, decadent and smoky. Definitely worth ordering. The overall service was fantastic and food was brought out in a timely manner. Order: Sides: Corn on the cob, mac and cheese, cornbread Smoked Brisket Dinner 1/2 lb slow smoked beef brisket Blackened Catfish (Spicy) Sides: Corn on the cob, mac and cheese, cornbread Read more

Okay, I'm the USA 🇺🇸 where I should really know good food and QUALITY, taste and especially Customer service. Don't forget portion size!! This IS the first Restaurant in this area of Alberta that meets all these and hand made too!! Superb!!!! Some Restaurants in the States do not come close. ... My burger was a THICK burger with smoked pulled pork on top! Oh man.... talk about Delicious and the Cole slaw was one you've never had before! Guaranteed, unless you've been here before! 😁 If you don't like coleslaw, you'll LOVE this one! WOW!!!! The only thing you should know is when you do get a choice for a "side order", if you want mashed potatoes and gravy, those are 2 SEPARATE items. So, depending on what you order, you get a choice of 1 or 2 side orders and there's many sides on the list 😃!! Example: If you have 1 side order to choose from and you want mashed potatoes and want gravy, that will cost you an extra $3 for a thin layer of gravy. But, if your order is for 2 sides then masked potatoes and gravy would be your 2 sides. Unless you skip the gravy and order just potatoes and something else. Or... you pay $3 for gravy. If that makes sense? I would say it's worth the extra $3 but it is only a thin layer of gravy and I'll post pics. Do not let the gravy discourage you...."Good Gravy"! Life isn't worth that! But, thought you'd like to know as that seems to be something that can be confusing because after all, potatoes naturally typically come with gravy. So, go, enjoy your time . .. you won't be disappointed, especially from a girl who was born & raised in the USA where we truly know a good place when we've been there! The Manager is Amazing and the staff, very pleasant! Thank you for making a great place to come to to make memories with such a welcoming atmosphere! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!! ❤️ 2 more things: You get a bucket of tasting the different sauces and they are a perfect blend. 2nd thing, the pumpkin cheesecake is really good, not from a box! So, I bet Thanksgiving meal would be Awesome!! Go try it!! 😃 Read more