Their bar burger on the happy hour menu was great. The sauce was phenomenal on it as well. When it first arrived it looked incredibly greasy and I usually don't love that especially on the bun. The burger was fantastic and a great option for the happy hour portion. read more

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This place has so much potential but continues to fall short. Great tvs but the music and the tvs are so loud no one can hear each other and that always includes the bartenders and servers. The food is always disappointing subpar and slow and the service is always terrible. The food always takes forever and the service is so slow and upset. Majerles was far superior on food and service but the draw put it out of business. Also they put djs on during games that never know how or when to play, always infringing on the game. This place needs a massive managerial shift in a big way. It could be a great sports bar and I would love it to be, but big tvs are a feature not a business plan. read more

My initial visit to Backyard was marked by a warm greeting from my server, Madison, very nice and attentive. The restaurant's atmosphere is lively, with numerous TVs and ample seating to accommodate groups of various sizes. As a dog-friendly establishment, I appreciated the option to bring my canine companion. The outdoor area, where pets can hang out is cute. The dog area is not covered so keep that in mind. The food was good. The cleanliness and overall ambiance make it a great spot to meet with friends. With multiple large-screen TVs, it's also great for watching sports. I did not have to wait for a table, and the food arrived quickly. The have great happy hour prices for drinks. The convenient location and ample parking make it easily accessible. read more

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The food is bland and overpriced. The ambiance is super loud. I feel bad for the wait staff, you can't hear yourself much less anyone else. Every TV in the place is at full volume. read more

Happening spot for sure. Super busy with March Madness going on. I ordered the Buffalo chicken finger salad and swapped the dressing for the green goddess one. There was a lot of dressing but it was good! We also shared onion rings as an appetizer. They were good. read more

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Randee was an awesome waitress/server. She was very attentive and friendly. Anytime we needed anything she was right there. Our food and drinks were spot on and we didn't need to ask for anything. Great place to enjoy the World Cup game and enjoy time with family. read more

This place has become my new favorite happy hour hangout spot at Desert Ridge! Food and beverage options are sufficient and priced reasonably. Service was excellent! The HUGE TV screen blew.my.mind!!! The beetle by the front was perfect for pictures! 10 out of 10 will come back! read more

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Holly made our entire evening. She was attentive in the most effortless way -- checking in exactly when we needed her and giving us space when we were enjoying our meal. Her drink recommendations were spot‑on and honestly elevated the whole dinner. The ambiance tied everything together: warm lighting, relaxed energy, and a space that felt inviting without being loud. Between the atmosphere, the great food, and Holly's exceptional service, the night felt easy, comfortable, and genuinely enjoyable. We'll absolutely be back. read more

We have been here a few times before and service has always been good. Today we came in for the soccer matches. It's been PACKED! But our server, Lex, has been amazing. Always making sure to be very attentive and polite, despite the crowd. She has made our experience amazing! Love this place! Especially for sporting events, and an extra plus... they are dog friendly! read more

Our server Taylor was awesome. Anticipating all our needs with a smile! Sourdough pizza was delish and the wedge salad was a perfect addition. read more

Great service! Server Mari always checked back with us and made sure food and drinks were timely and good. Lots of TVs for game watching and fun, updbeat atmosphere with good vibes from DJ during breaks! read more

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This was my second time here. My first visit was shortly after they opened, and the food and service were bad enough that I didn't come back for years. With the World Cup on, we decided to give it another shot because we wanted to watch the USA game on the big screens, and the Backyard does deliver that !! The place was packed--standing room only--which wasn't an issue at all. Then I went to the bar and ordered two Tito's and sodas. $38. For two single Tito's and sodas. At first I thought there had to be a mistake. Nope. Just two drinks served in plastic cups with plastic straws. No handcrafted cocktail. No top-shelf bourbon. No fancy presentation. Just Tito's and soda (out of the gun). If I'm paying almost $20 for a single vodka soda, I expect to at least wonder where the other $15 went. I understand businesses have to make money, but there's a difference between charging a premium and taking advantage of customers because the place is packed for a major sporting event. They obviously won't miss my business--the place was overflowing--but on principle alone, I won't be back. There are plenty of other places to watch sports that don't charge steakhouse prices for a vodka soda. read more

Jadyn was our server last night. Very polite and helpful. Order was perfect and she checked in to make sure we were all good. She was a delight. read more

Had such an amazing experience for Sunday brunch. My best friend and I came in looking for a fun vibe and bottomless mimosas. Our server, Lex, was amazing! She made sure to keep the mimosas coming and was so fun and upbeat. The drinks and food were good, but Lex really made our experience! read more

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Alleyah was excellent in her service. Her attention to getting us cold beers while watching the game made our experience memorable.

The vibe here is fun -- lots of sports on TV, families around, and it feels like a great place to bring friends for a good social time. That said, the bar service was disappointing during my visit. A group of off-duty employees and their friends seemed to be the main focus of the bartenders' attention, and it felt like the rest of the bar came second. I ordered a beer and asked for a menu because I was planning to order food too, but no one came back to check on me until after I had already finished my drink. By then, I was ready to get my check and leave. I'm not sure if this is a training or supervision issue, but it came across as unprofessional and took away from what otherwise seems like a really solid spot read more

Holly was attentive and timely in everything she did. Drinks were delicious and the atmosphere was a Blast! read more

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Great service and ambience. The food it's already not the best but good enough. They made a great job during the World Cup games, amazing service read more

Visited backyard on a Saturday morning for brunch. Honestly the ambiance is just fantastic. Live music, games, tons of tv to watch sports etc, a few cutely designed spots to take pictures. Very good service from Lex. And when it comes to food, we ordered a French toast, veggie omelette and margherita pizza. Pizza was the best followed by omelette. French toast was a bit disappointing. It was slightly burnt and some fresh fruit would have helped it. Overall a great place to hangout with friends and family. Bonus it's in desert ridge market place so can also cover few other places during the visit :) read more

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It has a fun atmosphere. Holly was very friendly. Service was fast, food was hot and good.

I took the kids on a Friday evening. We ordered some appetizers. Definetly a fun atmosphere. Its very loud though. We liked the dj and the music they were playing. The food was really good too! Would be fun for a date night! I wish we had one in tucson read more

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This is a great place to go if you watch sports. They have giant screens to watch them on. The nachos are my favorite. Good drinks too. I stopped in and didn't know it was happy hour. The prices were good too! read more

Food was amazing. Got pizza with sun-dried tomatoes, excellent. spinach and artichoke dip. The bread had a seasoning on it that was fantastic. One friend had a burger and onion rings. He said it was very good. Drinks were reasonable. Craft beer for $5!!! Music was loud on a Friday night. We were shouting at each other so cut the night short. Really fun atmosphere. Highly recommend. The TV's are the best and biggest we've ever seen! read more

This is a big, loud bright place, with standard bar fare. Our table had chicken wings, nachos, crinkle fries and a salad. All the food was okay, but not great. The wings were well-cooked and juicy, just didn't love the "hot" flavor. Also, the fries were the breaded kind, not my favorite. The portions were decent for happy hours appetizers, and the price decent. Our server disappeared for a long time, not sure why. read more

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FOOD IS VERY VERY BAD AND OVERPRICED. NOT WORTH COMING HERE OTHER-TIMES BUT HAPPY HOUR - 3-6 drink prices high wine measured by oz. Phillychesesrak was disappointing - shame they even call it that way. Chicken sandwich dry and $18 chick fil much better. Sad bc the place has potential- juts seems like they don't care. read more

Came to watch the World Cup. Great atmosphere but hated the fact the second bar closed while the main was too packed to sit at. Me and my friends had to order at the main and take them across the bar which was really inconvenient given that the place was extremely packed and busy. Hopefully next time the second one will stay open longer than 9pm. read more

The business responded stating we may have reviewed the wrong restaurant because the items we mentioned are not on their regular menu. However, we visited on Super Bowl Sunday, and those items were definitely being served that night. They may have been event or specialty items that are no longer offered, which could explain the confusion. After the incident, I spoke with someone over the phone who identified herself as a manager and explained the situation. She said the GM would reach out, but we never received any follow-up. Unfortunately, my husband is still dealing with lingering symptoms from this illness, which has made the experience even more frustrating. My intention in leaving this review is simply to share our experience so others can make informed decisions. Food safety is serious, and this was a very difficult situation for our family. read more

There were 7 of us for lunch. The table was dirty. Old dirt - not 'they forgot to wipe it down' dirt.I could scrape off the grime with my fingernail. There were crusty old ketchup stains on the table. The server brought a sandwich and we asked which sandwich. She did not know. The service was slow. The bills came back with the wrong cc. I paid cash and they brought back the wrong change. It truly was a sh**show. Poor training. We will not be back. read more

Backyard - Desert Ridge is an awesome spot, especially if you're looking for a great sports bar atmosphere. The place is filled with big screens everywhere you look, making it perfect for watching any game. The vibe is lively, fun, and super welcoming. They hosted our girls' soccer team along with all the parents, a group of 40+ and handled it incredibly well. Our waitress, Tiana, was amazing! She was super friendly, patient, and on top of everything. She took everyone's drink and food order without missing a beat, and we truly appreciated her hard work. A big thank you to Tiana and the entire staff for taking such great care of our group. The drinks were great, and the food is classic sports bar favorites, simple but flavorful. We all enjoyed our meals. We'll definitely be back next time we're in the area. Highly recommend for teams, groups, or anyone looking to catch a game and enjoy a good time! read more

Really a great place to gather with family and freinds to enjoy games and some great food and drinks. read more

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Went to the Backyard twice in one week. I had gone about the same time 5-6 PM both times. Two different waitresses, same experience. They were both excellent, very nice, conscientious and were excellent at their jobs. We felt welcomed and our drinks were kept full. We were checked on frequently and always with a smile and willingness to keep us happy. Who's ever doing the hiring , I want to commend. These were our first times there but definitely not our last. Food was good but the service, ambience/vibe will have me recommending the Backyard to everyone. Great Place !!!!! read more

On June 16, following the France Senegal game, I left three small metal Eiffel Towers at the backyard, staying optimistic. I called them to inquire about the items and was told they were not seen, but I didn't lose faith. I drove to the bar, which took 35 minutes, and spoke with the manager, focusing on finding a solution. They said they would call back if the items were found, but they never did. I will never put a foot in that place, pondering why a server or busser person would dispose of a bag containing 3 metal Eiffel Towers? read more

Located in the heart of desert ridge mall. This place is huge. I was blown away when I walked in looking at the huge screens at the center of the restaurant. Office party, family time, friends hanging out or just getting a drink, this place has it all covered. We had our office party and about 20 of us, but had to be split since the seating was a booth and all could not fit in. The place is new and our waiter was young who was having difficulties remembering the drinks and the orders were getting messed up. She was sweet and very nice, so brownie points for that. We ordered lot of cocktails and I loved the camp which was tequila based and had a slight spice to it. For food, we had nachos, tacos, wings, pizza, quesadillas, fries and more. We loved the margarita pizza, the nachos were loaded with cheese which was alright. Overall the food is very standard and bar kind. The drinks decent and the service still needs to be worked on. There is room for improvement coz this place can go bonkers during game night for sure. read more

Holly was an awesome server!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Holly was an incredible server. She always made sure our drinks were full and was so kind to our golden retriever that we brought in. I would recommend the food, the drinks and most importantly, Holly! read more

We came here to watch some games, as they probably have 50 tvs in this one large space. It was ideal to catch multiple games at the same time. That being said it was quite loud, and the ambiance was exactly as its name implies -- it is very much like a backyard. The chairs were very soiled and the menu had grill food options mostly with some salads as well. I wouldn't go here for a meal, but it is a good place to watch sporting events for sure! read more

"Meet me at Backyard, it will be a great time" they said. "They have the biggest TV screen in the valley" they said. They were not wrong. This place rocks, an absolute gem. Not only is the atmosphere great but they have a wonderful happy hour menu, and the Service? Phenomenal. Our server Sasha recommended various signature drinks that were a hit and the menu exceeded our expectations. Will definitely be watching the next game here at Backyard. read more

What a cool spot! I love that you can bring your dog inside. Such a rare find, especially in Arizona. The entire staff was so welcoming and seemed to genuinely love dogs, which made the experience even better. We ordered the ribs, chicken wings, potato skins, and a burger. The burger was fantastic and reminded me a lot of In N Out in the best way. The wings were good, just a bit on the sweeter side than I prefer. I wasn't a fan of the Korean-style sauce on the ribs, but the ribs themselves were still tasty. The potato skins were more like loaded baked potatoes, which I actually really enjoyed. I can already tell this will be a regular spot for us during those miserably hot summer months. Great food, air conditioning, and my dog gets some mental stimulation too. Win win! read more

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I really wanted to like this place but every time I have gone to enjoy a meal or drinks here the service completely ruins it. The food is just okay. The one thing it has going for it is that the vibe is great! I love the live music, the high energy but unfortunately when your service is consistently terrible I have zero interest in returning. Just for an overall example... several times I would have stayed longer and enjoyed more drinks but the servers are more interested in talking amongst each other than they are about checking on their tables. No sense of urgency. read more

Second there with my Dog. He gives it two paws up. I had their American double hamburger and it was great. Service this time was greatly improved. read more