Backyard BBQ & Brew

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Backyard BBQ & Brew - Barbeque Near Me - Surfside, Florida

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Linda R.

Truly fond of Mendel and his food but changing my review from years ago from a 5 star to 4. Reason being that the place is starting to show it's wear and tear, the bathrooms & the booths. Also, and maybe this is my imagination or maybe because it's yeshiva week, the portion, of at least the sundae, seemed smaller. Pluses include new, to me, appetizer of sweet potatoes and burnt ends (yum) & dessert (their take on NOLA bread pudding- so good). The servers are numerous and oh so nice, and they remain calm and unruffled even under trying circumstances.

Jenn S.

Kosher eats have come a long way from what was once very limiting in restaurant and cuisine selections to what is thriving today as the boundaries of Kosher taste buds are stretching to flavors, seasonings and cooking techniques from other cultures. Kosher bbq is fast becoming a growing delicious option and quickly getting noteriety and recognition too. Owner Mendel of this fine BBQ establishment has won accolades at many bbq competitions for his smoke meats and proudly serves them here. Like any great BBQ joint, they serve till they run out and only make a certain amount per day, so don't get there late! Reservations are highly recommended, especially those times when the area is inundated with NYC snow birds ;) My favorites here are the brisket, burnt ends, ribs, chicken wings, the BBQ "sundae", classic beef burger, and the pecan pie!! Do not skip dessert here! Staff has always been friendly, but since it's a beach/vacation community I heard retaining good staff long term is near impossible sadly. Still, looking forward to my next visit very soon!

Matthew B.

A must when I am in Surfside. Very great service and wonderful options. I look forward to trying the Poutine Truffle Fries next time.

Anthony S.

Great food, great service. My waitress was the best. I remember her from Miami Beach. Salmon was crispy and delicious. Corn on the cob was a real treat. Next time I'll try the smoked meats.

SuperFly W.

This was Probably the worst "BBQ" I have ever had. Ordered the 80$ platter. It's said to feed 1-2 people, it feeds 1, barely. But this one fed 0 because we sent it back and left. But even if it was good/edible it was enough for 1 adult in my opinion. I could have eaten 2 of those platter, if it was good. Let me explain. When the platter came out at first glance it looked ok, but it was to "ARRANGED" it looked over presented and too "picturesque" We tasted a rib, a cube of burnt ends, and a bite of the brisket. Honestly in my opinion it was all inedible. The beans tasted ok but seamed old, mushy and the fact that the beans were barley warm and the bowl they were in was scolding piping hot says 1 thing "MICROWAVE" we didn't bother with the coleslaw. The only think on the platter that wasn't completely disappointing was the 3 pickle slices, gee thanks. I guess since rbis platter is supposed to serve 2 people, its 1 and 1/2 pickle slices each, that you very little. It just felt like this place is overpriced, cheap/stingy with their product and their portions and has no real talent for making and serving good tasting and good smelling BBq. 1st- the "secret" off menu add on for 10$ to add a Dino rib was "secretly" upped to $20. Which is weird because if it's a secret item, how do you change the price? Thought that was a little bit of tomfoolery but ok... asked the manager to honor the price that it has been for quite some time but the 10$ extra was so important to the manager he said no, that we have to pay 20$. So we passed, not because of 10$ but because of principles. Feeling ripped off isnt nice or a good way to start off a meal. Never spoke to or met the manager mind you, he/she only communicated through the waiter. Big no no. Con 2nd- I know bbq. I know that a full rack of ribs is 10-12 ribs and can even be 13 ribs AND that yes 2 people can definitely split a full rack of ribs even though I can definitely polish off a full rack as an appetizer. Even if you don't know BBQ that's pretty well known amongst people that are fans of and enjoy bbq or anyone that has seen a rack of ribs for sale in the supermarket!!! I can't stand when restaurants think the customer is stupid. The menu said the combo platter for $80 comes with a FULL rack of ribs. So naturally I was expecting 10-12 ribs. When the platter came out it had 5 ribs. Which in the bbq world is know as a "cheaters rack" meaning, ribs on each end of the rack were removed and held back- usually to create another portion... it was not surprising to me that when the platter came out they were not connected like ribs should be in a "RACK" but stacked on top of each other like chicken wings would be. I took one look and laughed and said to myself, those look awful. I took 1 bite and spit it out. Dry, COLD, chewy & almost completely flavorless except for the fresh bbq sauce that was squirted on top, AND OLD. I'd say they were probably made within the past week or so. No chance were they smoked for 8 hours same day I ordered them like I was told. No chance. Make fresh ribs, smoke them for 8 hours, eat some. Then toss a few in the refrigerator for a week- then take them out and take a bite and tell me if you can tell the difference, I'm sure you can too. But I think most customers have no taste or knowledge of food and many are probably wowed but the $80 price tag but I haven't really a clue how this place gets away with this- I'd have to attribute it to their customer base. Or maybe this was an off day but I think it's the customer base. You'd think they'd know how to do BBQ in the south. 3rd- in addition to the 1/2 rack of ribs that was in the menu as a FULL RACK the burnt ends were cold, tuff/chewy, lacked flavor, were old/stale and were not burnt ends. Probably also a week old. They were just cubes of meat, probably brisket or sirloin but I count tell because they were hard and cold, over cooked and lacked flavor. The fact that these were passed off as "burnt ends" was insulting to me never mind that they were inedible. Also served cold with a squirt of Bbq sauce on them. 4th- so far the $80 combo platter was 5 ribs, about 6 "burnt ends" and I put burnt ends in quotes because I have no idea what those cubes of meat were, but they were not burnt ends and the "brisket". 2 small slices of brisket, for $80 for 2 people to share? Sorry not sorry the bbq here is an insult and the prices are insane. So back to the brisket, it was not good. Are you surprised? Cold, almost flavorless and fatty. Seamed soggy, like it's stored in bbq far/runoff mixed with water. It was not how brisket should be. I was looking forward to the brisket as a saving piece. But it was gross. the one bite we tried was cold, chewy, and lacked flavor. Nothing even smelled like it was smoked or smells good. No yummy Oder no Smokey flavor. The brisket tasted/felt like it was just taken out of the refrigerator and put in the microwave, partly room temperature & partly cold.

Jasmine N.

Giving this restaurant three stars because when we came here two years ago it was a much better experience than this time so maybe they were having an off night or maybe it has changed. We got the fries with the brisket and BBQ aioli and this was probably the best thing we had all night. Got the daily combo platter for $150, which came with 4 very small ribs, 4 pieces of very very dry brisket and some burnt ends. The burnt ends were very good, the ribs were just OK and the brisket was beyond awful as it was cold, flavorless, and dry. The platter came with two sides we chose Cole slaw and corn. Had to send the Cole slaw back because it tasted so off. Swapped it with no problem for a side Caesar salad which was pretty good. While the waitress was very very nice the service in general was not great as the staff was hard to access and no one was walking around. I came back again because I enjoyed my meal last time but wouldn't come back again.

Joey R.

Don't let the humble digs fool you. This place serves up some of the best barbecue this side of the Mason Dixon line...in sunny south Florida. Who knew Florida could serve up barbecue this good? The ambience has a rustic, "barbecue-esque" feel and charm. However, be prepared...good barbecue brings big crowds, and this place can get quite packed. In fact, It can almost feel like a cafeteria or mess hall at times, but don't let that stop you. This place is a virtual shrine to impossibly good barbecue and worth the hassle. Interestingly, the atmosphere is only half the story. It turns out this is a kosher restaurant that adheres to Jewish dietary laws. Lord have mercy... I never knew kosher barbecue could taste so good! In fact, this barbecue joint has actually won many contests and the owner is happy to tell you all about it. I had the pleasure of meeting Mendel, the owner of this ode to barbecue deliciousness. He was kind, engaging, and genuinely concerned about his patrons. When I asked him questions and offered suggestions he was extremely thankful and receptive. We started things off with the delectable chili and chicken poppers. Folks, this chili was right on point. Flavored just right, this chili had lots of meat, beans, and just the perfect amount of heat. It also came with a generous portion of tortilla chips. I swear I could hear the angels singing. Although the ribs looked good, we happened to notice a tantalizingly good burger that was being served to the table right next to us. It was topped with delicious brisket, sauce, along with other fixings. I was instantly under its spell and simply had to have this burger. It honestly looked too good to pass up. In fact, several people at my table were also taken by this burger and couldn't resist its power! It didn't disappoint. The barbecue gods were definitely shining down on this burger! This aptly named "barbecue burger" is topped with delectable pulled brisket that literally melts in your mouth. Each bite was better than the next, and I quickly devoured this wonderful creation. The accompanying french fries were also delicious. I'm quite convinced that this burger could bring world peace. Other delicious options that I sampled were the beef ribs and grilled chicken breast. Both were quite tasty and oozing with flavor. All in all, this was solid barbecue served up alongside good service and a very warm and welcoming owner. Next time you're in Miami, run (don't walk) to backyard BBQ. I can't wait for my next visit!

Nicole K.

My mouth is watering just thinking of this meal! It was my first time having a kosher meal in Miami, and this place was recommended by a friend who lives in the area. Definitively a must try. MENU selections: During busy meal times, I highly recommend to have a reservation, but since we came on Tuesday for lunch after the mad rush of memorial weekend it was pretty empty. Their meat options were a bit limited because of the weekend rush, but the server let us know ahead of time before we ordered. SERVICE: There was only 1 guy doing all of the service and I could tell he was scattered and a bit overwhelmed even though there were only 3 groups in the restaurant at the time. We had to ask a few times for water and it got annoying, but he eventually came around. FOOD: You can't even tell this is a "kosher" food place because of the high quality menu options and delicious flavors. You can really tell the chef was trying to make this experience as authentic as possible, as if you're chowing down in Tennessee! The meats were all marinated and cooked to perfection. For four people we shared a salad, the poutine with brisket, the burger with baked beans and short ribs with side of green beans. No one touched the egg on the salad, for there was a plethora of other good protein options. BTW the salad was very large portion. Mendel himself came by and brought us some of his famous honey pomogranate BBQ sauce, a must try! Adding a drizzle to the short rib meats just adds another level of flavor. I wanted to buy a bottle but it was too large for my carry on, damn you TSA! I'll have to buy a bottle online when he has it available in stock.

David G.

Surprisingly my favorite thing I had here was the hamburger. Cooked perfectly with the egg slightly over cooked. The burnt ends had very good flavor. But they were not crispy at all; they really just tasted like chunks of barbecue. Still good but not crispy like expected. Surprisingly a PARVE pecan pie with ice cream was fantastic. My mother is a connoisseur of pecan pie and she would've loved this one and had no idea it had no dairy in it

Natalie D.

I came here for lunch and was definitely not impressed with their food or the menu. They didn't have such a wide selection but perhaps my expectations were too high. This place is only open for lunch they don't have dinner. The beer selection is OK. They only had about four beers on draft. Their menu was not updated with the current brews which was kind of annoying and they were also out of a lot of beers. I did order the brisket and it was amazing but a little too coated with bbq sauce however it was so tender. Not sure if I would come back here again.

Dave B.

Valentines evening probably YL wasn't the best night to go. The list of sold out items at 8pm was longer than the available items. They did have brisket which was quite delicious and tender. We sat at the bar as the hostess quoted close to a two hour wait. No problem there. Bar was dirty and staff were a little loud and not particularly attentive. Could have just been an off night. Pretty expensive for the portion size as well.

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Elijah S.

6 years ago

Love the new restaurant venue. Service was on point and the selection of beers was quite vast. I ordered the BBQ ribs and my wife a burger. Overall, food came out relatively quickly and it tasted great. Highly recommend you go and try this place out. read more

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Becca N.

10 years ago

All I can say is WOW! This place has BBQ with flavor that will rock your soul. The depth of smokiness and combination of flavors made me eat a lunch I didn't plan to have BETWEEN two other meals. I've never tasted collard greens with so much flavor (no bitterness AT ALL!) in all my life. The brisket is flavorful, not at all dry, and pairs perfectly with all the taco fixins. The smoked lamb is a holy experience. I'm serious. Come eat here. Trust me. read more

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Jay s.

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10 years ago

This place is amazing!!!! For a true kosher person, the options are insane. Highly recommended. Timothy gives the best service....ask for him and see. read more

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Andrea S.

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5 years ago

Dino ribs are TDF, as are the burnt ends. We skipped the brisket, as it is 1st cut. Good wine list. Super quick service. Yum!

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Ron O.

7 years ago

The restaurant is bigger and nicer. The food remains perfection. The smoked meat was spectacular! We were there with kosher and non kosher guests and all thought it was the best meat they ever had. We went all smoked. Burnt ends, lamb belly, ribs and the Dino. We asked them to cut up the Dino for us, which they gladly did. The service was excellent. We finished with Mendel's pecan pie. Even totally full, it was the best pecan pie ever. I will dream about the meat until I go again. Which may just be next week. read more

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pete r.

7 years ago

Real deal BBQ smoked meats!!! Burgers! Streaks!! Pulled beef.... can't go wrong no matter what u order. Pj read more

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Chris D.

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12 years ago

I have nothing positive to say about this restaurant beyond the decor. The food/beverage is far overpriced ($9 for an IPA, $11 for a "basket" of fries with a tiny amount of mushrooms dumped on them) and underwhelming with either no seasoning or condiments. The place is dirty (our booth had crumbs everywhere, a pint glass had lipstick on it, my salad bowl was dirty) and they had just opened. The service was slow and at a place that says "BBQ & Brew" I shouldn't have to keep saying "IPA" and attempting to explain my selection due to a language barrier. She refused to split checks and any additional request for condiments took forever. My protein-less salad was the final item to arrive ten minutes after the rest of the party's food. My friend lives a very short walk from here and now knows not to bring his friends and family here. Do yourself a favor and save your money and time. read more

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10 years ago

Apparently, Backyard BBQ is now under new management. (This, according to a note I received on November 19, 2016.) Take my previous review with the grain of salt that entails. I'll review it again when I get the chance to go back. read more

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Joe A.

10 years ago

I begrudgingly give this place 1 star, the appetizers were awful, reheated chicken, no crunch and very little meat on the bone, I would bet that they were the cheapest at their wholesalers, fried tomatoes were ice cold, with a rubbery batter and topped with a dry piece of BBQ meat... for $15 an absolute travesty. Second course was the worst BBQ I've paid for, people were coming in and I had to resist the strong urge to get up and shout "Don't do it.... Get out now, while you can!!" They also automatically add 18% gratuity to ALL checks, which if you've had the kind of meal we had, very frustrating. Go anywhere else but here. read more

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Elena P.

11 years ago

Don't do it. Over priced under quality. All our food was cold. Ordered special of the day - baby back ribs - DRENCHED in BBQ sauce, cold and $28 for 6 small ribs. Husband ordered chicken schnitzel sandwich was "ok". My sons kid burger was $7 for a 6oz burger - half the size of the bread it came in. Dry. We ordered sausage plate for appetizer tasted like 3 hot dogs and cold bland flavor. So Disappointed based on location of surf side strip and oozed of trendy yet fell short on what was most important. read more

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Schanta B.

4 years ago

The food is the bomb, especially the barbecue. I will come back again if in Miami. The staff was friendly and informative too

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Ronald A.

4 years ago

If Clara Peller, of Wendy's fame, were still with us (R.I.P. 1987) she would most likely shout from our TV sets, "WHERE'S THE PORK?" Yes, good ole suth'rn pulled pork BBQ slathered in a tangy sauce dripping messily topped with very creamy cole slaw and maybe even a pickle slice wouldn't be suth'rn without the pork. When exalting in gustatory pleasure avoids unnecessary collisions, you leave the religion at home. My cousin Zimberg ate it and so can you. read more

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Geo R.

12 years ago

OK, I was being a dick with my former review, but I'm still pretty sour about the serious lack of beer. I specifically went to this place looking to have a couple of drinks with a fried, and was only offered Bud Light, Amstel and Corona. I asked one of the staff behind the bar if they had any beers and the guy looked like he was going to start laughing. However, they offered the first round of drinks on the house, so I ended up staying. I had the mixed green salad - it was pretty fresh and fairly decent. I obviously can't give this place a complete review since I didn't have a complete meal, but I liked the set up inside. Maybe I'll return the next time I'm in the area - specifically, for the friend chicken. P.S. - I received two different death threats if I didn't update my review.. just kidding. read more

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Victoria S.

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11 years ago

We won't be going back any time soon. We went here for lunch a week ago and overall our experience was ok at first. Service was fine and our waiter was a nice guy. Everything was brought out in a timely manner, although he messed up one of our orders and brought out grilled chicken instead of fried chicken. He also forgot to bring our truffle fries until after we got our entrees. Food was a different story. My mom got a caesar salad and liked it. I got the grilled chicken which was ok, but kind of dry and plain. My boyfriend got something from their sushi menu, which ended up being a huge mistake, and he ended up with food poisoning for the rest of the week. I don't understand why there even is a sushi menu to begin with, should just get rid of it or replace it with with more barbecue themed menu items. It's too bad cause the decor is nice and our waiter was nice, but we can't trust the food from there ever again. read more

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Jared P.

11 years ago

We came for dinner to celebrate a family occasion. Best steak I ever had! My 7 yr old knocked over a glass of water and the wait staff has everything clean and dry in less than a minute. Great food & excellent service read more

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Sergio D.

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11 years ago

Simplistic in nature, Big in flavor, and phenomenal in Service. Originally my wife and I had no intention of having lunch here. After a few unsuccessful stops at other local venues fate intervened. Sean our Waiter was a professional and very pleasant to interact with. Our food was delicious and the wine (recommended by Sean) was pleasant and accentuated our food selections. The wife and I will definitely return here. read more

Backyard BBQ & Brew - Great place we discovered while driving around! Note: Ask for Sean, phenomenal service!! - Barbeque Near Me - Surfside, Florida

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James L.

10 years ago

Wow, what a disappointment this place was. We got a menu on the beach by a staffer and after eating there I see why they have to do that! The service was pretty good for Miami and the menu was over priced (like everywhere in Miami but this time is the first one to make me feel I over paid!). The Chicken schnitzel was tough, oily and over cooked, the pulled brisket sandwich was tough and dry. It reminded me of day old roast beef being repurposed with BBQ sauce and the fries were soggy. If it wasn't for the decent service and the beer selection is have given it a lower rating. read more

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Chiko R.

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7 years ago

Oh my- words cannot describe. I've tried the ribs, the brisket, and the wings. The seasOning is very unique and flavorful. I've never had this style of barbecue. read more

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Nick W.

10 years ago

Love this place. Had it last night and came back again tonight! Service was excellent! Food was delicious! read more

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ray w.

7 years ago

Everything was great! But recommend brisket in the smoker! Really all the food was great! Go!

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Yossi R.

9 years ago

An Amazing barbeque joint, with a lot of interesting twists, an absolutely amazing bear line up, extremely courteous wait staff, plus an awesome bartender Named Ra read more

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Samantha T.

7 years ago

We went to Backyard BBQ for a Friday night Shabbat meal and had an amazing experience! My 1 year old has food allergies and all the waiters were super accommodating and helpful. They didn't make us feel bad at all when he made a mess or kept dropping silverware. And the food was delicious! The brisket was amazing. I definitely feel like it was worth the price. Thanks for such a great Shabbat dinner! read more

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Graeme J.

11 years ago

Just Awful ! ! ! Worst Hamburger I have ever had.! ! Asked for Medium and came out well done, as did my wife's. Couple of pieces of burnt caramelized onions and 2 small pieces of boiled tomato (masquerading as tomato confit ) and a huge piece of lettuce leaf from the very outer edge of the lettuce, and that was it. Awful. The cook is lazy and should be fired. Only reason for two stars is that the waiter was very very nice and the craft beer was great. If you must go to his place then go for the beer only NOT the food. read more

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Dary S.

7 years ago

On our first visit we waited more than 20 minutes for an attendant to serve us and when this happened unprepared we were advised that the table would be available to unreserved customers in at least 1 hour because the restaurant was not full of tables. busy, they can definitely have good food but definitely completely unprepared for public service. read more

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Chris A.

7 years ago

Awesome place. Food was incredible, owner was friendly. The brisket and burnt ends were phenomenal and I loved the sweet and tangy sauce. I am DEFINITELY coming back. read more

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school b.

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11 years ago

Karen is awesome So warm and welcoming and vibrant Food is awesome. Love this place read more

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Lauren R.

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Great space. Cute idea for a kosher restaurant but totally missed the mark when my grilled chicken came dry and looked like it was warmed up in the microwave, or sitting too long on a counter. The bus boy accident my spit up on a friend and I. We were both grossed out! The majority of my party ordered meat and liked it... Needless to say, I will not return. read more

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M F.

11 years ago

Need a reservation Smoked Bar-b q Chicken & beef ribs. Sooo yummy crispy and zero fat. Sean was an awesome waiter too! Family friendly read more

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Andres S.

11 years ago

Surprised they're still open. Please upgrade tables and chairs, besides buying the meat elsewhere! I think I can buy tastier/better food at the Costco stands then this. Blend salad as well. Don't waste your time and money. read more

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Alan E.

7 years ago

Fabulous authentic BBQ. Lots of choices. Whenever I'm in the area I love to visit.Friendly staff. Don't forget the dessert!

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Chazon S.

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11 years ago

You got to experience it ...then you'll see it is hard to put the dining experience in to words....I LOVE IT and I WILL BET. The style and concepts go corporate franchise! !! read more

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Marc G.

5 years ago

This place lived up to my expectations. Our server was kind and attentive. The burgers were tasty; however, the burnt ends were bland which was disappointing but they were very tender. The price was also pretty average. Worth a try! read more

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Ange A.

8 years ago

I was so excited to try the food here ! But unfortunately they wouldn't even serve me fries ! We were trying to pick up some food on our way back home and the waitress at the bar was so rude telling me there is no take out so I asked just to order some simple fries or even order food from the bar menu and they refused my business. You can have the best food in town but if your service is terrible then what's the point. I won't go back not after being treated that way! read more

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Selina H.

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10 years ago

$86 for four ppl, had pulled brisket tacos, corn tortillas were microwaved and tough on edges. Chicken strips are frozen pre formed and mediocre, $8 IPA pushed and sold hard but did not quote price in advance. Waiter spoke so fast, I chuckled when he admitted he was an auctioneer...not sure if that was true, as he smelled of weed and eyes looked as though he had been smoking very recently. Burger and Lamb gyro were pretty good. 18% service charge was added to check when it arrived. Drinks were refilled promptly, restaurant had only one other table of people on a Sunday evening. read more

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Gabriel M.

10 years ago

Great variety of sandwich and meat. We went with the family on Sunday and we all enjoy the food. Chicken wings with bbq is really good. The service is good and friendly. Definitely will be back. read more

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Rolling D.

8 years ago

Came at a very busy time and made reservations with yelp. Which is a must if you are planning on coming here. The owner will try and sit you if you have reservations and if you don't he will straight out tell you have a good night and go to a different restaurant. The food is very well priced compared to other kosher places on Harding. The smoked brisket was very dry but other then that everything else was great. I recommend to the owner having someone else man the front and politely tell people you are booked solid and focus more on the people sitting then the standing that need to be seated. read more

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Marv H.

8 years ago

We had a good meal...the sausage was excellent, the chicken wings were tasty, the beef ribs were a bit dry but easy to chew, the baked beans were excellent with the burnt ends. Overall, a lovely experience. It is definite to make a reservation. read more

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Clive P.

8 years ago

Walking by around 1:30 on a Sunday, sign outside on chalk board "Try Our Ribs." Sounded good, went inside, place was empty- great layout, noticed cell phone chargers every where (kool). Prompt service, but no ribs available except for "Dinosaur Ribs". No price on the menu so I asked the waiter the price and I thought he said $15.00. I repeated that and he said no...$58.00!! I told him I didn't want to spend that much for lunch, so he recommended the burger for $13.00. It was delicious. Burger with fries, and a beer and mandatory tip $30.00. Little pricey, but still a nice place. read more

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Liza A.

11 years ago

Was there 2/8/16.The worst meal I've had in Miami.The brisket was dry and tasteless.The only way to eat it was to cover it with bbq sauce.Tasted like it was cooked last wk. The type of food that you are serving has a very low food cost however your prices are totally outrageous. Coming from Boston in an area that we have various different food ethnic backgrounds and totally delicious food you would never make it. You could only get away with what you're doing and serving in this very affluent area.we will not recommend you to anyone we know and will never go back!!! read more

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Mark N.

7 years ago

Environment: Awesome. It's a barbecue kind of feel to the restaurant which makes it more fun. There are outlets/plugs to charge phones phones if needed. My table got bumped and shifted twice, but I did not feel it was that a big deal. Bathrooms were clean. Menu: It's a fun menu to look at with plenty of different options. May not be great for non-meat eaters, but let's face it...they shouldn't be in a barbecue place anyways... Food: Delicious. Ordered the Burnt Ends which is what I got last time and they are awesome. Can't go wrong with the Beef Back Ribs either. The side salad was salad. The fries were fries. Nothing extraordinary as far as they go, but not bad either. Keto friendly without the bbq sauce of course, but it does taste very good. They also have a nice spicy sauce there if you ask. Service: Top notch. Honestly. Server was super-friendly and helpful; she went back to the kitchen to see if something could be changed and it could which made our total experience that much better. What particularly stood out is that I caught an error on my check when I got home. I called the restaurant thinking I'm out the $30, but the manager I spoke with fixed it within literally a couple minutes after reviewing the check and what the server wrote down. This is the second time I went, and I am looking forward to going again. I'll have to order something different next time, but man those burnt ends were good. :) read more

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9472 Harding Ave
Surfside, FL 33154
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What time does Backyard BBQ & Brew open?

Backyard BBQ & Brew opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.

What time does Backyard BBQ & Brew close?

Backyard BBQ & Brew closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Backyard BBQ & Brew is closed on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat Closed

Payment methods

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew take credit cards?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have catering options?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew does have catering options.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have a drive thru?

No, Backyard BBQ & Brew does not have a drive thru.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew serve alcohol?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew allow dogs?

No, Backyard BBQ & Brew does not allow dogs.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have TVs?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have bike parking?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew has bike parking.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have outdoor seating?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew has outdoor seating options.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have parking?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew has parking options. Street Parking, Valet Parking

Other Amenities

Is Backyard BBQ & Brew wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew is wheelchair accessible.

Does Backyard BBQ & Brew have free WiFi?

Yes, Backyard BBQ & Brew has free WiFi.

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History

Established in 2014.

We are passionate and enjoy what we do, we prepare our food with love that you can taste! We invite you into our home to serve and pamper you with soul food.

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Had time to kill before my next Miami Film Festival flick. Looked around Yelp and saw a green bean…read moresalad and was sold. Pulled-up to a DJ, t-shirt vendor and cool vibes. Per my usual attitude my first time somewhere, I wanted to try several items. The owner was super nice and gave multiple suggestions. I ended-up trying a really affordable wing special that comes with rice and beans, slaw, plantain chips and I added mac. I also added brisket, and that came with slaw. The green bean salad comes in one size as an add-on. Okay first, the owner is clearly magic, because there isn't a grill in sight. I had no intention of ordering wings, but these are seriously the best wings I've had anywhere, in a long time (100/10). The rice and beans (10/10), and the rice smelled like it came from abuelita's kitchen. The slaw, oh my goodness (100/10), so simple, and yet perfect! I thought the chips were unnecessary . . . NOT! These are delicious (10/10) and 100% belonged on my plate. The mac . . . well, you can't win 'em all. The brisket was good (9/10) and the sauce is mustard-based, just like I like it, but the star is what got me there, the green bean salad! This was a fresh, exciting dish that is like nothing you've ever had (1,000/10), I won't describe the ingredients here, because I think you should be surprised. I can't wait to go back. This is my new BBQ spot!

I'm so happy I stopped to eat here at Slab Daddy, the food was great, brisket was tender & juicy,…read morepork was tender , very flavorful, everything was great. They have a platter for two that gives you a little of everything, and it feeds 3+ The bathroom was super clean, you have to come try

Roasters 'N Toasters North Miami Beach

3.7

(230 reviews)

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Haven't been here in awhile but so glad I came back. The prices have doubled like every other…read morerestaurant but the food and portions are still great. Hands down the food is soooooo good. Service top notch! It's very clean and welcoming atmosphere. Our breakfast place for now on.

Such a great quick and easy spot for brunch on weekends or breakfast any day of the week. It's very…read morecozy and homey, offering so much variety. I really enjoy the NY style bagels with lox, so delicious! Their coffee is also pretty good. Service is generally good, though I'd recommend calling in advance if you have a large party. We had a great girls day!

Dogma Grill

3.9

(477 reviews)

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It's a hot dog place. We noticed it while driving by and since I love hot dogs, we decided to give…read moreit a try. You can't go wrong with a hot dog and a Coke. They have the fixings, they serve you promptly and they have some variety in what you can get, but not much. It's a hot dog place. If you're looking for hot dogs, come here. If you want a steak dinner, go somewhere else. Pretty simple, really.

This place was awesome the Philly cheese steak I ordered was awesome and my boyfriend is from…read moreChicago and he loved their Chicago dog. He said it gave him a ratatouille moment. He also loved the music that they were playing, The customer service was very good and friendly. We will definitely be back

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