About Black Dog BBQ
The Original Black Dog
The Original Black Dog
The Original Black Dog
The Original Black Dog was never just a name. It was a piece of our story.
Before the smoke, the brisket, the long nights cooking for family and friends, there was Guinness — our black Labrador Retriever. He was there for the beginning of everything.
He grew with us through every chapter of life. Guinness was more than a dog — he was the foundation of the life we built together.
Today our family has grown, our kids are older, and our home is still filled with wagging tails thanks to our black lab and yellow lab.
Even though he is gone, naming this business The Original Black Dog is our tribute to him — the dog who started it all.
He was our first. Our beginning.
Our Original Black Dog.
Upcoming Events
The Original Black Dog
The Original Black Dog
Welcome to a season packed with slow smoke, cold pints, and Texas BBQ energy turned all the way up.
From lunchtime pop-ups stacked with smoky sandwiches to hands-on BBQ classes every event is built around big flavours, good company, and great barbecue.
Our favourite pop-up events are hosted at Grain & Grit Beer Co. in Hamilton, these events bring together pit-smoked meats, local craft beer, and laid-back fun.
BBQ Classes
The Original Black Dog
BBQ Classes
Our BBQ classes bring authentic Texas-style barbecue north of the border, combining low-and-slow smoking traditions with Canadian hospitality.
From trimming brisket and seasoning ribs to mastering fire management and smoke control, each class is built for backyard beginners and seasoned grillers alike.
Guests will learn the techniques behind classic Central Texas BBQ while enjoying hands-on cooking, cold drinks, and plenty of smoked samples fresh off the pit.
It’s more than a cooking class — it’s a full BBQ experience rooted in great food, good company, and the kind of smoky flavor that keeps people coming back for more.