About Our Backyard BBQ and Smokehouse

Our Backyard BBQ and Smokehouse in Amherst serves authentic Southern BBQ with a Maritime twist. All meats are smoked in-house daily, sides made fresh from scratch, with inventive sauces like Blueberry and Rootbeer BBQ.

Features & Highlights

🍽️ In-house smoked brisket, ribs, chicken, and pulled pork
🍽️ 6 scratch-made BBQ sauces including Blueberry and Maple
🍽️ Daily lunch special 11AM-2PM
🍽️ Delivery via DoorDash and Uber Eats
🍽️ Family-style Ultimate Platter feeds 4

Detailed Information

Our Backyard BBQ and Smokehouse

In the heart of Amherst, Nova Scotia, Our Backyard BBQ and Smokehouse has established itself as the go-to spot for authentic Southern BBQ in the Maritimes. This family-owned restaurant, located at 147 South Albion Street, serves up mouthwatering smoked meats, scratch-made sides, and inventive sauces that have earned it a 4.6-star Google rating. Since opening, it has quickly become a beloved destination for BBQ enthusiasts across northern Nova Scotia.

Practical Information

Address & Location
Our Backyard BBQ and Smokehouse is located at 147 South Albion Street in Amherst, Nova Scotia B4H 2X2. Situated in the heart of Amherst, the restaurant is easily accessible and makes a perfect stop while exploring the Northumberland Shore or traveling between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Price Range

  • Entrees: $17.99–$38.99 (individual) / $108.89 (Ultimate Platter for 4)
  • Sides: $4.49–$5.49
  • The restaurant offers excellent value for the quality and quantity of food.

Reservations
The restaurant operates on a first-come, first-served basis. For large groups or catering, contact the restaurant directly.

Parking
Street parking is available along South Albion Street. The restaurant is easily accessible by car and offers pick-up and delivery options via DoorDash and Uber Eats.

For Amherst and the wider Northumberland Shore, Our Backyard BBQ has become the dependable answer when only properly smoked meat will do. Brisket, ribs, chicken, and pulled pork are smoked in-house daily, the sides are made from scratch, and the Blueberry and Rootbeer BBQ sauces are the kind of thing you won't find on another menu in the province. The daily lunch special keeps regulars coming back, and the Ultimate Platter will feed four without breaking a sweat.