Back East Bar & Grill — Restaurant in Colorado

Went for 'dinner'. One of the 'specials' prominently handed to us on a special sheet of paper - claimed 'Roasted half-chicken - marinated in bourbon and brined'. What they delivered? A Cornish hen sized fried chicken with sausage gravy smeared over the broccoli I had requested as a replacement for mashed potatoes. There was a leg - I could tell that - and then a small round piece of something on a bone and a bigger piece of something that I could not tell WHAT part of the chicken it was. By NO means was it 1/2 a chicken. By NO means was it roasted. Tasted like reheated fried - you know the taste - the skin and fried coating have become rubberized, tough, and chewy - not edible. The chicken was DRY and overcooked and overheated. The carrots on the plate were good - the broccoli - greasy and tough - not trimmed enough before cooking. My husband ordered calzone with two meats and cheese and tomato sauce - he said the meat was tasteless - sausage should have a flavor - and the ratio of dough to filling was way off - more dough than filling. We took both things home and threw them out. The place is LOUD. If you want to drink beer or mixed drinks - and watch sports on, like, 25 tv sets - and shout at each other to be heard - and eat frozen prepared foods that have been fried (like french fries, poppers, tater tots) - go for it. Just don't go there for a meal. When I called today to give them some feedback - some girl named 'Sammy' told me she was the manager and said she couldn't hear me on the phone - that MY service was cutting in and out - and then after I told her what happened - she gives me a 'ration' that has nothing to do with their horrible food or lousy service. She says, 'So you called to just yell at me?' Now, I don't YELL or yell - I was giving her some pretty honest feedback. We get disconnected - she calls me back - claims she has the 'chef' standing next to her - and I ask her, 'the chef?' or 'the cook?'. There's a difference. I ask her 'Was he there last night?". She says 'No, but we have two chefs - they do the menus and the cooking.' I told her that was all I needed to know. You don't put something on a menu - then deliver something 180 degrees from what's on the menu - that looks and tastes terrible! Unless you don't know how to cook what you put...

🏈🎤 The Legend of Back East Bar and Grill: Where Sports, Song, and Sizzle Collide

In the heart of Monument, nestled like a hidden gem among the Rockies, there exists a place whispered about in tailgate circles and karaoke cults alike—a place where every game is sacred, every bite is bold, and every Friday night feels like a homecoming. That place is Back East Bar and Grill.

Step inside and you’re greeted by a wall of screens so vast and omnipresent, it’s as if ESPN had a lovechild with NASA. No matter where you sit—booth, barstool, or patio perch—you’re in the front row for every touchdown, buzzer-beater, and ninth-inning miracle. It’s not just watching sports; it’s living them.

But Back East isn’t just a shrine to the game—it’s a stage for the soul. Come Friday night, the lights dim, the mic glows, and the DJ spins magic. Karaoke here isn’t a sideshow—it’s a celebration. Whether you’re belting out Bon Jovi or crooning country classics, the crowd cheers like you just hit a walk-off homer. The vibe? Unpretentious, electric, and full of camaraderie.

And then there’s the food. Oh, the food. The burrito is a beast—stuffed, sauced, and unapologetically delicious. The pork belly bites? Crispy, tender, and kissed with just the right amount of indulgence. Pair it with one of their endless drink options—from craft brews to cocktails that could charm a bartender in Brooklyn—and you’ve got a feast fit for a champion.

Back East Bar and Grill isn’t just a sports bar. It’s a sanctuary of screens, a temple of taste, and a karaoke kingdom where legends are born one...

By accident, we went on trivia night, and didn't think we'd like it - what a blast! We did NOT play against the other teams, but had a lot of fun anyhow. It's not a good night for a quiet, romantic dinner, as the place gets loud.

I had the p.b.l.t.a., which is their pork belly sandwich and avocado. The pork belly is basically very thick and salty bacon, but the lettuce, tomato and avo help cut the richness. A really good sandwich. I also tried the onion rings, which are usually either watery in the middle because they are frozen, then cooked improperly or burned. These were surprisingly good - nice and crispy with plenty of onion inside.

Value was good at around $75 for 3 of us with a beer. We will definitely be back and make sure we go on trivia night! They also have live music on occasion.

01/25 update - we have now been back several times and every time we have been pleased. Yesterday we were jonesing for a good juicy burger, and they came through big. We asked for pink in the middle and maybe it was a LITTLE past that, but overall the patty, fixins and bun were all excellent. Our server (Stella) was very attentive and checked back with us several times. We had both seasoned and waffle fries and they were great. This has become our go to place for bar food. $70 for three with tax and tip is...