Backroads was just an afterthought after passing by it one day and now it's our regular place to visit for a few different things! Their burgers are top notch, Jackie our server has treated us so well since coming here and their bingo night on Tuesdays are so much fun! We will be coming here for as long as we live around here. read more

The Best Burger in Town!! Great ambience (especially in the summer when the food/beer garden is open.) Their servers are knowledgeable and friendly! Looking for a good time, a great burger, and you don't want to spend an "arm and a leg", check out Backroads today!! read more

Food is ok. Service at the bar on a Friday afternoon, 430-630pm. Poor at best unless you are flirting with the bartenders. And it's annoying. It's not that busy, there's 3 of them. Figure it out read more

We enjoy going to Backroads Burger and Bar with our dog. Today we took the whole family, our dog and grand-dog. Everyone there was so welcoming. The service that Sophie and Alex gave us was simply outstanding. The catered to our dogs and they even have a menu just for the dogs. It was nice sitting on the patio today. They had a water-mister running due to the temperature. It felt awesome! We were all very comfortable The food and drinks are airways amazing too! We'll definitely be back read more

We visited Backroads Pub and Grill this past weekend and sat on their patio. They actually have a pretty large patio with umbrellas for each table which was nice to find in this heat! Maddie (99% positive that was her name) was our server and she was great! We had no idea she was new until she told us. She was friendly and all the servers were following covid safety precautions well. We started with a few beers and I enjoyed the mason jars they were served in. I didn't want anything crazy so I ordered a Pacifico and it came out super quick. There beer selection is pretty small here but it works with a nice juicy burger. I ordered the Rio Bravo again, because I liked it so much the last time. It was cooked medium and the caramelized onions, guacamole, fried jalapenos and chipotle mayo combo is incredible. The crunch of the fried jalapenos takes this burger up a level. I also really enjoyed the fries. They were crispy, extra hot, and even better dunked in my extra side of chipotle mayo. Yes, get yourself an extra side of that. Overall, we'd come back here and hangout on their patio again. Maddie did a great job and we wish her the best as she navigates through her new role. Cheers! read more

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Great food! Great service! Thanks Alex! Had a large party (11) with several kids and the Alex handled our crazy party with ease.

We stopped at Backroads because we were heading to Shorewood. We do not live near them. We both had a beer, my husband got a Octoberfest and I tried the Amber Ale. They were both delicious. We each had a burger. Mine was the Bacon Jam. I didn't want the jalapeño bacon so Cooper offered me different options. My husband had the Bourbon Burger. Both were absolutely delicious due to Jade and Alyssa's talent. During the meal, I spilled my beer down between the table and the wall. Cooper brought me another and told me not to worry about it. He would be "on it" when we left. Cooper, Jade and Alyssa were all great. Good job on hiring your employees! Pam Nass read more

The burgers were great as were the other amenities. Our waitress, Sharon , was right on top of every situation and made our meal that much more enjoyable. Art C read more

First time customer. First impression was it was clean and inviting. The burgers and drinks were very delicious. The service from Taylor at the bar was great. My only dislike was the ranch. read more

Our server Alex and host Sophie were welcoming and personal. The music was enjoyable and fun. The food was delicious and the portions were a very good size. read more

Great place, loved the atmosphere. The food was awesome! Definitely recommend as a place to get together with friends

I was very impressed with this place! The food was excellent as was the service. We were there on a Saturday night and they were extremely busy and we got our food and drinks in a reasonable length of time. The burgers are one pound and you can build your own! The only negative for me would be the price. I might go back with family or friends otherwise I can put together a pretty good burger on my grill. read more

Drinks and food were excellent! Staff was awesome! Sat at the bar! Great experience!

My husband just left Backroads, the food was great and our Server Maegen Z was great. Nice addition to the team.

This was our first visit here. We sat in the outdoor patio and enjoyed the fantastic weather. The patio is very nice with comfy chairs. Our waitress Jillian introduced us to the menu and their burgers which they're known for. Service was very good and she was attentive but not overbearing throughout our lunch. I got the half-pound burger with applewood smoked bacon and fries while my wife got their version of a breakfast burger. She also had some sort of spicy Mango Rita which she really enjoyed. Our food arrived and my first thought was I sure hope the burger tastes as good as it smells. It had that great chargrilled smell and it turns out the burger's taste matched the smell perfectly. The brioche bun was branded and quite tasty. If I were to change one thing I'd make the bun just a touch smaller as the meat to bun ratio was slightly off for me. And I ordered it medium but it came out medium well though my wife's burger was a perfect medium. Moving on to the fries. My wife and I both found these to be the best fries we have had in a long time! They're battered fries which we always love but the key here is that they were piping hot and crispy and clearly had been plated right out of the fryer. Needless to say we will be back. read more

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Great recommendation by Yelp. The customer service and the food is fantastic! Very welcoming and lively environment. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Definitely going back soonest! read more

Was craving some totchos after a long day at work. Went to order online but no totcho option? Called and they said they don't take phone orders and to just put the order of totchos in the notes.... Ok? How do I pay for them? Did it anyway. Got a call a minute after submitting the order. They took totchos off the menu? What? I'm totcholess, disturbed by their menu removal, and uneasy about the rejection of phone orders. read more

Ambiance was good and staff were friendly. Food looked good, however all of our food was cold and they weren't very busy. Definitely go for the drinks, not for the food. read more

Good food, good drink selection, no shortage of TVs. Ideal for Sundays or March Madness.

over priced mediocre burger with one tiny thin slice of cheese and a small serving of soggy fries read more

Food is good but their online ordering is not so great. It's supposed to turn off at 10pm, but there's been at least 5 times I'm in the middle of completing my order and they just turn it off and they won't take orders over the phone. read more

When perusing the Plainfield area for bar fare, one is not short of options. It takes gusto, creativity, and high quality to stand out in this scene. Reaching heights of pub fare ecstasy requires strengths that far exceed weaknesses. What Backroads Pub achieves well merits highest marks, and though it has a plethora of these strengths, some shortcomings prevent this from being a true 5-star recommendation. Where Backroads excels is its burger menu. The uniqueness and effort shines through in every selection; one can immediately recognize the craft that goes into each burger. In my various visits, I estimate eating about 50% of the complete regular burger selection on aggregate, and each burger I ate was a delight. There is something for every palate here, and the perennial options are more than sufficient to recommend this establishment as a go-to burger joint. What makes this all the more enticing is the Burger of the Month creation - which, as the name implies, involves a special burger concoction available only for a particular month. These are experimental choices tailored to tempt the more adventurous diners, and they are brilliant. This adds further value to the already stellar burger offering. Now, burgers may be the feature presentation at Backroads (rightly so), but the other cast members make a valiant appearance. As far as the better options of the bunch, the Baby Back Ribs are a worthy highlight. They pack a tangy and flavorful punch with a tenderness that Elvis Presley would love to sing about. A handful of appetizers show well, including the sinful Reuben Rolls. Though these items are fantastic alternatives to the platinum level burger barn, the rest of the menu falls somewhat flat. Side items are underwhelming, and tend to take away from the positive impact of the main courses. This is true of most items aside from the house fries, which have a more smooth and salty texture than one may find elsewhere. Green beans are not quite as soft as one would expect, and fuji apples would be more aptly monikered as 'mushy apples'; there are 3 variations of tater tots which are not quite unique enough to merit so many options. These sides detract from what is otherwise a pleasant experience. All in all, Backroads Pub delivers the goods in spades. There is a significant part of me that cannot help but wonder if "Backroads Burgers 'n Brews" would be a more apt brand, since the burgers are such a clear labour of love and a crowning highlight. Even so, the pub fare here is more than the sum of its parts, and despite some missteps with side items and otherwise overlooked entrées, this is one establishment that deserves to be on your radar. read more

Backroads Burger & Bar - Fuggedaboutit - May Burger of the Month - Burgers Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Bigger than it seems. The burgers are tasty and have the logo branded on top for a nice touch. Be sure to check if there is bingo or some other game happening, because it can be very loud and disruptive if you're just looking for a normal dinner. read more

Jackie was the greatest server I've ever had here. She was Johnny on the spot. Reuben eggrolls were delicious. A+ read more

I went on a Wednesday and burgers are half priced. The burger was phenomenal, full of flavor, and juicy. It had the perfect char and smokiness. The fries were amazing! Will definitely be returning on a Wednesday. read more

I can only comment on the dining experience outdoors, and it was exceptional! Great service & even better food. The drink I had was a little messy, but very tasty. I think it was called the "Hawaiian Mai tai. " I am excited to go back and try it again. read more

Backroads Burger & Bar - Patio area has plenty of shade - Burgers Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Delicious burgers and tater tots, fries aren't gluten free but the tater tots and sweet potato fries make up for it. Getting takeout has never been an issue, the order is always correct and the food is still fresh and hot. Singo on Wednesday nights is so fun! read more

I want to be completely honest. This was a great place. I recently left a five star review. After visiting once or twice a week for a while, not sure we will go back. The staff is great, but that's the only reason for the two stars. The owners must be getting greedy. First, let me point out until this week they offered 10 tacos for twelve dollars. They still have it on their website, so don't pay attention to it. But the special now is five for twelve. They didn't even cut back slowly, just got greedy. This is a deal you can find anywhere. And they are better elsewhere. It really was just the price that made it a good deal. Not authentic tacos at all. They also charge eight dollars for a regular tap beer now. No thanks. And as for the twenty dollar burger, they used to ask how you want it cooked, but not the last time we were there. It was also smaller and nothing you couldn't get at a chain. It's really disappointing when a place is good, but then changes for profit. I'd now say, stay away and go elsewhere. A few months ago, I'd have taken anyone there, but now, you'll spend almost seventy dollars for two burgers and a beer that you can get anywhere for half that. Kind of sad that greed takes over. I really thought they had pride. read more

My husband and I came here on a Sunday evening when I didn't feel like cooking. It came recommended to us and we really wanted to try it. There were some unique burger options as well as other sandwich choices. When we got there, there weren't many people seated and we were served right away. The decor is cool and they have posters with clever sayings. They also have a couple arcade games like "the claw". It was way to hot to sit outside, but on a cooler evening there is a big screen TV and some games on the patio. It definitely seems like a good place to hang out. They have decent beer and cider options. I'm not a big whisky drinker, but my husband was pleased with their whisky choices. The bar had a cool ambiance as well. We sat at the table, but the bar had a bold aesthetic. We ordered our entrees pretty quickly. I went with the bourbon barrel. It was a bit more of a classic flavor profile than some of the other options. It had bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese and a bourbon glaze. It was really delicious. The bourbon glaze added a bit of sweetness. The burger itself was cooked perfectly with just the right amount of juiciness and fat. My husband went a little more unique and got the That's My Jam which is basically like a PB&J burger. The peanut butter sauce was actually a great addition (he let me try some ). The fries were great too. They were battered before frying which gave some extra crispness. Overall, everything was delicious and I look forward to coming here in the future. read more

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We had a large group tonight and Abby was amazing! Great service, very friendly and the food was great!

Came here on a whim and I'm SO GLAD WE DID! I got the burger or the month (Nacho Man) and it was fantastic. My GF got the Get Lei'd which she also loved. Our waitress Jackie (who was also phenomenal) made excellent recommendations on beers we haven't tried before and I liked them so much that I immediately checked to see if Binnys carries them. I can't wait to come back and try the other incredible options on the menu. read more

Backroads Burger & Bar - Burgers Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Back roads has gone the extra mile with sanitation & are serious about wearing masks with "No mask, no service" posted. The food & service was good. I had the Backroads Brisket Sandwich. I especially liked the touchless payment system. I just scanned the QR code on the receipt with my phone, paid with credit and was on my way. read more

Backroads Burger & Bar - Brisket Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Our burgers were great. The place has a great atmosphere and the staff really makes you feel like home.

Great atmosphere and amazing food. They run drink specials monthly. They also have a very nice outdoor patio seating area.

Great atmosphere, great service, and best burgers in town! Very creative menu. Service is top notch too.

Food was amazing, cooked perfectly every time & very fulfilling . This place is truly a hidden gem

I've been going to lunch at Backroads for about a year now, a couple times a week. I usually have the fish and chip but I've also had their lunch burger tray. Both are excellent and I usually have enough leftovers from the fish and chips for a second meal. read more

One of my favorite local spots. Have been here a few times and everything I've tried has been delicious. The wait staff is super friendly and helpful. I've never had to wait for a table and their outdoor patio is very nice. Just watch out for the bees! read more

My only problem with this fine establishment is the fact of, "Nashville Hot Chicken" is more of a bbq sauce than hot, other than that this place is amazing read more

Food is fantastic!!! The restaurant was several different things prior to becoming Backroads. Prior owners never got it right. The new folks run a tight ship. Serve great food and know how to take care of people. Glad someone came in who knows how to get the job done!!! read more