The Back Yard

I've been going to The Back Yard for years and am actually surprised I've never written a review before...sad but true.That said, I've enjoyed this place every time I've visited. It's your standard bar, along one wall is the bar, with some tables and chairs throughout. There's an upstairs but I've never been up there, and 2 clean restrooms (one is super small so be aware).I don't recall the occasions where I got food, but I recall what others have ordered looking quite tasty.Mostly what I like about The Back Yard is their beer selection AND the care the bartenders take to make sure I get the drink I want. I love how knowledgeable they are, and they make suggestion after suggestion until I make a choice I'm happy with. I'm an inconsistent visitor, but I will certainly visit again.

A foodie local haunt with craft beer...cocktails and a "live and let live" mindset This is not churn and burn. Sit back, relax and enjoy the people. Gameboards and dogs....chef's creations. I am sure in warmer weather there's plenty of fun on the alleyway patio.

What a great find. Spur of the moment search for dinner and drinks while in town for baseball. The food and drink variety and quality in such an unassuming place is amazing. Had two of their signature cocktails which were memorable! Will be back next visit.

The Backyard is located right in front of the B&O Railroad Museum. They have Daily Specials everyday of the week (except Monday). I went on a Thursday evening after visiting the local farmers market nearby and got the Free Draught with a Hot kielbasa (Polish sausage) platter. They have a vegan Italian sausage option as well. The platter came with one kielbasa, a hot pretzel, two mini pickles, and three different dips (stone ground mustard, mustard, and queso). Dan, our wonderful and knowledgeable bartender, informed us well on their different cocktails and described their draught beers well. I had the Bag of Barbies, one of their signature cocktails for $12. It was slightly sweet from the framboise, with a mild tartness from lime and cranberry bitters. They also have some bartender-special bourbon cocktails. The Backyard also is known for their diverse tinned fish collection that is available to purchase and try. They have everything from canned small squid and octopus to sardines and mussels. The tinned fish can be served on a charcuterie board with bread. Overall, this place is definitely a nice hangout spot. They are dog-friendly and have an outdoor patio. The service is well and the bartenders really know their menu items.

Stopped in for an early dinner at the Back Yard after visiting the farmers market across the street. What a nice local spot to drop in and get a bite and enjoy a brew. Our bartender knew her stuff and was able to make great drink suggestions. Food was excellent. I had the Thursday special spicy kielbasa that came with pretzel, spicy mustard, stone ground mustard, queso & cornishon....it was excellent and filling. My friend had the not so philly cheesesteak and its a hefty portion that came with a bag of chips. Will definitely be back as they have a game night and other themed days and events. They're also dog friendly. I highly recommend.

Good spot. Good people. Good fun. Good food. Good booze. Is there anything more to say?

The old fashioned is one of the best I've ever had. The Roundhouse is tasty and deceptively drinkable. Chicken Coop sandwich is always seasoned perfectly. Tinned fish, meat and cheese boards are top quality. Their wine and beer recommendations are always on point.

This is not your chicken wings, hamburger type of bar. Instead they have large selection of Spanish fish.Decent selection of local beers on tap. Friendly owners and bartender . They have good happy hour until 7 with 5 dollar wines, discounts off draft beer along with can beer and well drinks.Not on menu But can get the cheese and meets they use in other dishes by themselves.

Great neighborhood bar. Friendly staff with an awesome happy hour. I got a CaNE drink and appreciate the use of a local business' product. It was also nice to be able to choose your alcohol (I opted for gin and my friend did vodka). We also had an order of tots which were delicious.

they will kick you out of u don't tip on their OVER PRICED DRINKS. no real culture. They pretend to know and be of the community but never is that the truth. They have lost one business before and are on their way of losing this one soon.