King of the Pigs

425 Caradoc St S, Strathroy, ON N7G 2P5, Canada
+1 519-299-2992
$$$ Portuguese restaurant , Barbecue restaurant , Restaurant
(344 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

King of the Pigs is a Portuguese barbecue restaurant tucked into Strathroy’s local dining scene, known for its hearty portions and well-seasoned grilled meats. The atmosphere feels welcoming and straightforward, making it a solid spot for families, casual groups, or anyone craving authentic Portuguese-style chicken and ribs without the fuss of a formal dining setting.

The restaurant is a go-to for those who appreciate generous servings—the plates come heaped with items like chicken back ribs, baby back ribs with roasted potatoes, or the classic chicken and salad combos. The charcoal grilling technique gives the chicken and sausages a smoky char that carries through in every bite, balanced by their signature mild sauce, often mentioned by regulars as a highlight worth taking home.

King of the Pigs fits well into the everyday routines of locals, whether picking up takeout for a family meal or catering larger gatherings like weddings, where the food’s straightforward, hearty nature shines through. The staff’s friendly and accommodating attitude adds to the experience, with occasional late-day visitors finding a warm welcome even as closing time approaches.

This spot works best for lunch or dinner when you're in the mood for no-nonsense Portuguese barbecue that fills you up. The clean and inviting interior suggests a casual dining pace, perfect for those who want a relaxed sit-down experience without pretense. Alongside the mains, sides like fries and roasted potatoes stand out, showing care even in the simplest parts of the meal.

If you’re passing through Strathroy or live nearby and want a reliable spot where the food is hearty, the portions generous, and the service genuine, King of the Pigs makes a consistently satisfying choice.

Highlights
Has great beer selection
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

344 Reviews
David St Pierre

09 Jan 2026

Visited this place on a whim while we were in Strathroy yesterday shopping. MAN soooo glad we did. Absolutely the best chicken and ribs all of us have ever had.. which when one of us only eats poultry says the same thing it says ALOT. The staff were amazing .. friendly and helpful. Even the potatoes and fries were exceptional and all our plates were heaping because the portions are so big. We watched other people get their plates and all agreed we can’t wait to go back to try some of the dishes we seen going to other patrons. Absolutely recommend King of Pigs

Danillo Javier

01 Dec 2025

I went to this place by accident passing through Strathroy and there’s not enough stars to rate the customer service I received. The place was close already however the door was not locked and when I walked in, Sarah greeted me and apologized that they were closing. I mentioned that I just wanted a Bifone sandwich as I was hungry and missed my Portuguese food being from Toronto. She told me to wait and will talk to Clara to see if she can fire the grill back up knowing that I was very hungry. Needless to say, 20mins later I was enjoying my Bifone sandwich in the car. Thank you so much Sarah and Clara. Sandwich was great as it was prepared with pride and care. I ordered 2 by the way. Wish you all great success and customer satisfaction as it’s hard to come by nowadays.

Diane Wyatt

30 Oct 2025

Ordered online and everything was ready, fresh and delish! Take out but restaurant looked nice and clean when I came in to get order. Nice to see people dining in. Haven’t been for a while. Also recently had at a work event and it did not disappoint. Love your sauce

Tanya Rand

23 Oct 2025

King of the pigs catered our wedding dinner and we cannot say enough amazing things. The food was so good that people are still messaging me about it! The fish was a huge hit!! If you are getting married in the strathroy area I would suggest you take a look at King of the Pigs.

Elena Maria

09 Oct 2025

We order from king of the pigs about once a month or so, our kids (who are in the picky toddler phase) love the chicken and sauce, the rice and even the potatoes. The steak is always beautifully cooked and seasoned well. Their king of the pigs mild sauce is a frequent restock item in our household and is a MUST HAVE. I’ve never found a sauce that even comes close. We put it on all our meat at home, sometimes even to dip French fries, it’s very versatile and our kids love it too. I can’t say enough good things about the food and the consistency and excellent customer service when we eat here, one of our favourites for sure!

Armindo Martins

28 Sep 2025

Great food and the service was fantastic. If you like traditional portuguese food at a reasonable price I would highly recommend.

Sarah Jennings

24 Sep 2025

Delicious food! We had great experience with the catering.

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