A new wood-fire BBQ restaurant has opened at Ottawa Stadium to bring authentic smokehouse techniques to the city [1].
The opening marks an expansion of specialized barbecue in the region, focusing on the use of true wood-fire cooking rather than electric or gas alternatives. This shift in culinary offering aims to provide a more traditional smokehouse experience for local diners [2].
Chris Villeneuve serves as the owner and pitmaster of the establishment [1]. The restaurant is located at 300 Coventry Road, within the Ottawa Stadium area [2].
Reports regarding the branding of the site vary. One source said the establishment is a venture led by Villeneuve [1]. Another report said the location is an expansion of Junior & The Kid Wood Fire Barbecue, a smokehouse previously based in Rockland [2].
The venture focuses on the expansion of the wood-fire BBQ presence within Ottawa [2]. By establishing a footprint at the stadium location, the restaurant positions itself to serve a high-traffic area of the city.
“Ottawa’s newest true wood‑fire BBQ restaurant”
The arrival of a dedicated wood-fire smokehouse in a high-visibility area like Ottawa Stadium suggests a growing local demand for artisanal, slow-cooked meats. The potential link to the Rockland-based Junior & The Kid brand indicates a strategic move to scale a proven regional concept into the larger Ottawa market.
