North Toronto's dedicated burger and smoked meat destination — Stack grinds brisket and chuck daily, cooks on a flat-top, and serves with Kawartha ice cream shakes that turn a burger into an event.
Neighbourhood: Yonge & Lawrence · Address: 3265 Yonge St, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Thu 11:30AM–10PM | Fri–Sat 11:30AM–11PM | Sun 11AM–9PM · Price Range: $$ · Phone: (416) 901-3500 · Website: https://stackrestaurant.ca · Editorial status: Not yet verified
Stack delivers some of the city’s best brisket burgers and genuinely good BBQ in an area not known for either. The attention to sourcing and the daily grind make each burger something special.
Few burger spots in Toronto grind their own brisket and chuck daily, and even fewer pair perfectly balanced burgers with real-deal house-smoked BBQ. The shakes—made with Kawartha Dairy—are hand-spun and thick enough to need a spoon. The result is a neighbourhood spot that feels like a proper destination.
Stack Restaurant is North Toronto’s answer to homespun burgers and proper BBQ, grinding its brisket and chuck blend in-house every day. The menu is straight to the point: classic smash burgers, house-smoked meats, and old-school shakes made with Kawartha Dairy ice cream. The family-run spot sits on busy Yonge just north of Lawrence, with a warm, unfussy dining room that fills quickly with locals any night of the week. Takeout and hearty portions make it a reliable go-to for comfort food, whether you’re fueling a crew of Little Leaguers or grabbing a late lunch.
Walk-ins are welcome and wait times are usually short, but reservations are available for groups of 6 or more.
The Brisket Burger with Smoked Cheddar—it's their house specialty and unlike any other burger uptown.
Yes, the space is well-suited to families or friend groups up to 8; larger parties should call ahead.
Burgers and mains run $14–$22; fries and shakes are extra but reasonably priced.
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