"Bar-Be-Que Hut is the only Indian restaraunt that myself and my family frequent. It has a beautiful atmostphere. The setting is intimate, yet casual. The dimly lit room allows for a romantic dining experience or a peaceful family night. And, let's not forget the food, as delicious as they come."
Jassen and Kristin
"Toronto's Gerrard Street, aka "Little India", is dotted with Indian eateries, each priding itself on its special brand of speciality. But the one that stands head and shoulder above its competition and with which my wife and I and our numerous friends have developed a strong bond over the last 3 decades is the BAR-BE-QUE HUT.
A small cosy restaurant, with capacity for approximately 50, it is run by a hard working and proud man, Sudesh Bahl, whose most admirable and obvious attribute is the fact that he is a wonderful human being. Sudesh takes extreme care and great pride in what he serves his customers and how he serves it.
Not only does he run the business, he also manages a well-equipped and amazingly clean kitchen with a team of 2 other highly trained professionals.
A comprehensive and mouth-watering menu caters for even the most discerning of taste buds. Every item on it from appetizers to main entrees (my favourite being prawns masala with naan) to dessert (gulab jamboon being my weakness!), is, without exaggeration, out of this world!
For those who like to "wet their whistle" before their meal, there is a well-stocked bar which includes, for the nostalgics, the Indian Kingfisher Beer!
Service is prompt, precise and friendly. Sudesh will not have it any other way.
On week-end nights there is live music provided, until recently, by the renowned local artist Shiraz Valli who has been replaced by an equally accomplished Johnny whose melodious voice comes uncannily close to late Mohamed Rafi's, the Indian singing legend.
Our special occasions are invariably celebrated at the BAR-BE-QUE HUT-- both my wife and I ushered in our landmark 60th. birthdays there.
No one visits BAR-BE-QUE HUT only once! Sudesh's pride lies in what he has to offer. His strength lies in his loyal and repeat customers!
On behalf of my wife and myself and our many friends and relatives I'd like to wish Sudesh and the BAR-BE-QUE HUT many more years of success."
"Bar Be Que Hut,despite its name,is not Pizza Hut. It is a not a fast food joint that serves hamburgers and hot dogs. It's a small cozy restaurant in Little India that is frequented by families and casual diners. Bar Be Que Hut,meaning Pride of India,serves traditional Indian cuisine with live music every Friday night. Also contains a small outdoor terrace.
Menu is very small and simple. They have typical Indian fare like tikkas(chicken tikka masala),kebabs,tandoori,pakoras and samosas,chicken curry,butter chicken,mutton,goat,beef,and fish curries,and much more.
Bar-Be-Que Hut house favourites include lamb bara kebab,chicken bara kebab,vegetable pakoras. Vegetarian items include channa massala,palak paneer,daal,curried eggplant,and aloo gobi. I ordered garlic naan(fluffy white pita-like bread)with palak paneer(pureed spinach curry with homemade Indian cheese). YUMM!In addition,I ordered the Mango Lassi(a thick drink made with homemade yogurt and fresh mango puree),sweet,thick,and delicious. My friend ordered the tandoor chicken dish with regular naan and he liked both dishes very well. The dish also came a spicy meat sausage thing which he did not favor as much. For his drink,my friend ordered King Fisher,a typical Indian beer.
Decor is kind of dated. Place is kind of small and carpets are dark,dingy,and not clean. Staff is very friendly and food is excellent,tasty,and good portions and no bullshit prices. Bar Be Que Hut really needs updating. Food makes up for old,tired decor. There is a television that plays Bollywood movies and musicals,which gives it a cute kitschy feel. As well,the TV also gives the restaurant a very casual,bar-like ambiance. It really needs a renovation like Salad King needed a renovation. Also needs a new name. Bar Be Que Hut does not sound like an authentic Indian restaurant. Open noon to 10 p.m.
Monday,Tuesday,Thursday;5-10 p.m. Wednesday;noon to 11:30 p.m. Friday to Sunday. No wheelchair access to washrooms. Accepts all cards "
"Bar-be-que Hut,a long-established eatery,is known for its tandoori dishes and traditional live music on weekends. Nearly 100 items crowd the Hut's menu,with barbecue chicken,beef,shrimp and lamb among my favorites. This North Indian stamping ground also offers an array of breads with—get this—10 varieties,including puri,chapati,parathi and naan. "
Washington Flyer Magazine