I did not like my experience here. However, I will try to be objectively brief here.
1. Calling this BBQ is like calling Taco Bell mexican. Just not true. It is more in the line of 're-imagined grilled food', akin to what Grand Electric does. They are missing what makes great barbeque so good, i.e. simplicity and care.
2. Having said the above, it shouldn't be a surprise that dishes tend to be tapas sized portions for full sized prices. (if you think I am overly price sensitive, I am...this is supposed to be 'everyperson' food!! ). I don't care if the peanuts were grown by virgin 18 year olds, and watered only with Evian, $13.50 for 3 ribs is not acceptable to me.
3. The good things: The duck ham, it is very good and this being they get points for being the first (and only?) place in Toronto to serve it. Also good is the Bourbon selection. If you like bourbon (or are getting started on it), this is a good place to try a variety of them.
Bottom Line: This is BBQ for the hipsters and I am happy with letting them keep it to themselves.