Halal Steak Mississauga — Where to Go
For halal steak in Mississauga, head to The Backyard Smokehouse at 4188 Living Arts Drive near Square One. As a 100% halal-certified, alcohol-free smokehouse rated 4.3★ from 1,200+ Google reviews, it serves premium halal beef and is the city's best halal alternative to a traditional steakhouse.
A halal alternative to a steakhouse
Most steakhouses in Mississauga are not halal and serve alcohol, which leaves halal diners with few options for a premium beef dinner. The Backyard Smokehouse offers the same focus on quality beef — but every cut is hand-slaughtered halal and the dining room is fully alcohol-free. Instead of a quick sear, the beef is smoked low and slow over hardwood for deep, rich flavour, giving you a premium halal beef experience that a standard grill or quick-fire steakhouse cannot match.
How the meat is smoked
What sets a smokehouse apart from a grill is time. At The Backyard Smokehouse, beef is cooked low and slow over hardwood rather than fast over direct flame. The brisket spends up to 16 hours in the smoker, the beef ribs are smoked until the meat pulls cleanly from the bone, and everything is prepared fresh daily. That long, patient process is what produces the dark bark, the pink smoke ring just under the surface, and the tender, juicy texture that define authentic Texas-style barbecue.
The smoke does the seasoning work that sauce does at lesser places, so the meat tastes of beef and hardwood rather than sugar. Nothing is microwaved or finished on a flat-top — when a cut sells out, it is gone for the day, because there is no shortcut to replace 16 hours of smoke. It cannot be rushed, and that commitment to the craft is the reason guests keep coming back.
What "100% halal-certified" means here
Every cut on the menu is hand-slaughtered halal and sourced from certified halal suppliers — not "halal-friendly" or partially halal, but fully certified from the first cut to the final plate. The dining room is also completely alcohol-free. Together, that makes The Backyard Smokehouse a genuinely comfortable choice for Muslim families, halal-conscious diners, and anyone who wants premium barbecue without compromise.
Who it is for
The smokehouse is built for families, groups, and anyone looking for a high-quality halal dining experience. The alcohol-free, family-friendly atmosphere and generous sharing platters make it a popular choice for celebrations, family dinners, birthdays, work lunches, and corporate gatherings. Larger groups can share a BBQ Platter, while couples and solo diners can build a plate around the brisket with a couple of classic sides. Whatever the occasion, every guest is served the same 100% halal-certified, slow-smoked barbecue, and booking ahead is a good idea for larger groups and weekend evenings.
Premium halal beef to order
- Smoked Brisket — beef brisket smoked for up to 16 hours, sliced to order.
- Beef Back Ribs — a full rack of halal beef ribs.
- Brisket Burger — a premium beef patty topped with sliced smoked brisket.
- BBQ Platter — a selection of premium smoked beef with sides.
Where to find it
The smokehouse is steps from Square One in Mississauga City Centre, on Living Arts Drive beside the Living Arts Centre. It is easy to reach from across Mississauga and the Peel Region, with parking on-site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the beef halal? Yes — every cut is hand-slaughtered halal and 100% halal-certified.
Is it like a steakhouse? It is a halal smokehouse — a premium-beef alternative to a traditional steakhouse, and fully alcohol-free.
What should I order for the best beef? The Smoked Brisket and Beef Back Ribs showcase the beef best.
Visit us
- Address: 4188 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 0G7
- Phone: (437) 561-0088
- Hours: Mon–Thu & Sun 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Rating: 4.3★ from 1,200+ Google reviews
- Directions: Open in Google Maps
Visit our Mississauga location page to see the full menu.