CJ’s Backstage

Very nice place. Service was excellent. For seating they had tables and chairs and booths I believe and then the bar. I had the ribs because it was a Saturday and that was so special. The ribs are okay to the plus side. They were kind of fatty which I love, but the taste was a little off more like sauce than I couldn't taste any meat.Edited to say: I forgot to mention the myriad of TV screecs they have. A very equipt sports bar. Plus there's a stage for band music.And Karaoke during the week.

I have NEVER had such amazing service since moving to Florida.This bar staff is AMAZING! The food runner, AMAZING!The food is soooo good. The price point is also great! The portions are huge! It's SUCH a fun bar! Everyone talks to everyone! Everyone is friendly towards everyone! It's clean, and BUSY! This is a great space to watch sports with friends or to hang out with your partner to people watch Whatever. It's Florida! Thanks so much for hiring the best of the best! Can't wait to come back

CJ's Backstage is hands-down the best place with live music that I have discovered so far in St. Pete!!! As someone visiting the area for the first time, I felt at home every time I went to CJ's this week!Every staff member is incredibly kind, professional, and awesome to be around! To say that the food is outstanding is an understatement. The musically branded menus and ambient lighting add a touch of inspiration that make music lovers of all kinds feel at hime.CJ's staff also exhibit remarkable love and respect for musicians - local and otherwise. On karaoke nights, DJ Zoe definitely loves what she does and is super encouraging to all of the singers! Whether it's a band on stage or just some friends singing karaoke, CJ's generates an environment filled with love, joy, and great music! I really can't say enough great things about this place. If you haven't been here and you enjoy music in any capacity, you're missing out on the best bar in town!

Was a great venue.. service very good husband and wife team . After started of horrible .walked in2 hours early and whole front was reserved after .on phone they said dont do that . We sat in very back undecided if gonna stay . But the bartender said thay opened up 4 tables in front. So after that escaped it was wonderful great service even with separate checks and me not drinking . Venue was amazing singer was wonderful and its done correct . Will be back

3/4 stars. Four stars for live music, ample space, outdoor patio, easy parking and good food. Three stars for very small dance floor and not moving the tables away so people can dance. We felt bad for the band we went to see - Cover Your Tracks - as more people weren't dancing and this is a band that draws crowds.Food we tried were sweet potato fries and roasted cauliflower - both were excellent. The staff was very friendly too.

Food was outstanding-got the burger with bacon & Fries- both delicious. Service was great. Have freshly brewed tea, so that's a plus. Only improvement would be to offer sweet tea as well. We rode our bikes and it's right off the pinellas bike trail so it was nice to sit outside and eat then get back on our bikes. Highly recommend

Had a birthday party there last Thursday great vibe Josh and his wife do a hell of a job and his sister-in-law as bartenders and waitresses DJ did a hell of a job karaoke was wonderful

The new CJ's is a much needed improvement... No smoking!!Went to see a band and had dinner and drinks and was pleasantly surprised. Hamburger and fries were good and priced fairly. Drinks were made and priced for "locals". The place was busy so service started a little slow, but that's ok as they tried hard to keep up. I will be back!

Stopped for a qwik lunch The place is clean neat n cool atmosphere out door sitting too Lunch was fabulous had to take half of all home huge plates full of delicousness... chef John Parker is an awesome chef fills them for specialties off Facebook def got me in here. You willNot be disappointed

CJs breakfast for the win! Our group had corned beef hash, meat lovers omelette, and the 2 egg special. Everything was excellent and affordable. Keep up the good work CJs!