The Backyard Smokehouse – American
The Backyard Smokehouse captures the soul of a classic cookout, where the intoxicating scent of slow-smoldering wood and savory spice rubs fills a rustic, laid-back space. Platters arrive piled high with glistening, fall-off-the-bone beef ribs and tender brisket, perfectly balanced by the crunch of golden fried pickles and cool, creamy coleslaw. Whether you are diving into juicy chuck beef sliders or savoring a whole smoked chicken, every bite celebrates the art of low-and-slow barbecue in an atmosphere that feels like a permanent summer afternoon.
Dupont Street https://thebackyardsmokehouse.caRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Backyard Smokehouse
Dairy-Free at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Corn, Baby Roasted Potatoes and Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Back Ribs (1 lb), Mushroom Confit and Short Ribs (1 lb). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Shrimp, Smoked Corn and Garlic Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Creamy Coleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Soup and Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Corn, Baby Roasted Potatoes and Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Backyard Smokehouse
The Backyard Smokehouse in San Francisco has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Corn, Garlic Bread and Mashed Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Backyard Smokehouse
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Brisket Poutine | 41.6 g | 39.3 g |
| The Backyard Burger | 30.3 g | 35.5 g |
| Creamy Coleslaw | 16.4 g | 16.2 g |
| Fried Shrimp | 14.6 g | 10.4 g |
| Mashed Potatoes | 55.9 g | 6.3 g |
| Garlic Bread | 29.4 g | 6.3 g |
| Fried Pickles | 43 g | 6 g |
| Rice | 44 g | 4.3 g |
| Corn Bread | 4.9 g | 3.9 g |
| Macaroni Salad | 15 g | 3.9 g |
| Baked Beans | 11.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Mac & Cheese | 6.2 g | 2.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the savory burgers and the kitchen's clear pride in their craft, noting that every dish is prepared with care. Celebrated for its cozy and pleasant atmosphere, the space is praised for providing a warm neighborhood feel where service is consistently courteous and timely.
Menu
Starters
- Caesar Salad - $12: Crisp romaine in creamy Caesar dressing with crunchy croutons and Parmesan. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Coleslaw - $7.5: Shredded cabbage and carrots tossed in a creamy dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup - $11: Rich and earthy soup made with mushrooms. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp - $12: Succulent shrimp, crispy on the outside and tender within. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $7: Crispy pickles with a tangy kick. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chuck Beef Sliders (3 pcs) - $18: Chef's Favourite sliders. Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Back Ribs (1 lb) - $39: Slow-smoked beef back ribs. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Smoked Chicken - $38: Whole chicken smoked with oak-fired smoke. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket (1 lb) - $49: Tender slow-smoked beef brisket. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Ribs (1 lb) - $58: Premium smoked short ribs. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank (1 lb) 2 Pieces - $39: Two pieces of tender lamb shank. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Smoked Chicken - $22: Smoked chicken pulled and seasoned. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- The Backyard Burger - $22: Signature Dish burger. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Beef Burger - $24.99: Burger topped with smoked brisket. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Beef Sandwich - $16: Tender pulled beef on a bun. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mashed Potatoes - $9.5: Smooth, creamy potatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Bread - $6: Moist and crumbly bread infused with sweet corn flavour. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $11: Elbow macaroni in a rich, velvety cheese sauce, topped with shredded cheese and herbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Corn - $11: Sweet and smoky corn kernels. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand Cut Fries - $5: Crispy hand-cut fries. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curly Fries - $7: Crunchy, curly potato strips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $6: Crispy sweet potato strips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Beans - $9.5: Sweet and smoky beans in a rich tomato-based sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni Salad - $5: Chilled pasta salad with elbow macaroni in a creamy dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $7: Plain white rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Confit - $6: Rich, earthy mushrooms in a savory confit. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Roasted Potatoes - $6: Whole baby potatoes, roasted until golden and tender. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $5: Freshly baked bread infused with aromatic garlic. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Backyard Bites
- Brisket Poutine - $22: Hand out fries, pulled brisket, cheese curds, and brisket gravy. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Backyard Smokehouse
- Is The Backyard Smokehouse dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Backyard Smokehouse has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Corn, Baby Roasted Potatoes and Hand Cut Fries.
- What can I eat at The Backyard Smokehouse on a dairy-free diet?
- Smoked Corn, Baby Roasted Potatoes and Hand Cut Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Backyard Smokehouse have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Smoked Corn and Baby Roasted Potatoes.
- Is The Backyard Smokehouse gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Backyard Smokehouse?
- Brisket Poutine, at roughly 39.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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