Backyard - Dallas — Restaurant in Dallas

Wow where do I even begin with this hot mess express.

So right out of the gate this place seems completely disorganized. At first we’re told we can’t split checks, which seems odd for a place that basically caters to college kids but sure that’s fine. Then we’re told we have to leave a credit card just to get a table, again strange but ok. So we get our table and the first thing I’m asked for is my card to start a tab. Umm ok? Well I don’t have it cause I was told we wouldn’t get this table without handing it over. So we order our drinks, and not even 5 min into being there we’re told we have to move tables cause they’ve apparently sat us at one that was specifically reserved. How did y’all not know this 5 min ago when you put us at this table? Can they not sit at one of the other empty tables (of which there are many available) around us? Ok well this point we’ve decided we’re just gonna stay for one round and move on.

So we get our drinks and then to save some time ask for and pay our tabs. Kind of surprised by the “facility fee” and automatic 25% gratuity for a group of 4 when the facility is mediocre at best and the service sucks but again, ok whatever. AND THEN after all that, not even 15 min later, someone from the restaurant comes over and has the audacity to tell us we have to MOVE TO THE BAR TO FINISH OUR DRINKS. Are you for real right now?? Never in my 33 almost 34 years of life have I ever had to move to the bar to finish food/drinks immediately after closing a tab. I said that I’ve never had to do this before and because I had an opinion I was told by said employee he didn’t appreciate my “hostility.” Sir that’s not hostility, that’s just facts. Turns out their people messed up with the table assignments, but instead of troubleshooting that first they went straight to blaming the customer. Oh and no one ever showed up for that other “reservation,” they just didn’t want us sitting there.

Altogether, this place is a joke and now it makes total sense why the place is half empty on a Saturday during an NFL playoff game. Please do do yourself a favor and avoid this...

I visited The Backyard for the first and only time this Saturday to watch the Cowboys game with some friends, and the overall experience was severely disappointing. When I was coming in, I was told by the bouncer that it was just a warning but next time they won't let me in if I am wearing a non-NFL jersey. I was wearing a Manchester United jersey because they played earlier and was watching the game prior to coming here. That is absolutely ridiculous beyond belief. The food is expensive and not good at all. I ordered a burger, which was $15, and would have to order fries separately for an extra $5. I wouldn't mind paying that if the food actually tasted good, but the burger had no flavor whatsoever. It was basically an unseasoned, grilled beef patty that had close to no flavor if it wasn't for the aioli. They don't split checks per person. I went with a group of 8 people and we all obviously ordered different things. I did not want to drink that day so I just got the tasteless burger while my other friends got a few bottles of champagne for mimosas. Due to their lazy policies, they had to split all the food and drink ordered at the table equally among all member of the group. So instead of me paying whatever the burger came out to be, everyone had to pay for a fraction of everyone else's food and my check was about 3 times more than I would have normally paid. I understand that I can just discuss with my friends on how much money I owed them, but that is not something we should be worrying about when going out to eat at a restaurant. This is not even a high-end restaurant. It's just a barn with tables and poor cooling. The waitstaff was doing their job well, they got the order right, and consistently checked on us, but that's about it for positive comments. Needless to say, I will not be coming back since they won't let me in if I am wearing a non-NFL jersey. This was an extremely...

If you’re looking for the ultimate dog-friendly spot in Dallas, look no further than Backyard—especially after the way they showed up for Dog Day Fest 2025! This wasn’t just another event; it was a full-on celebration of our furry friends, and Backyard went above and beyond to make it unforgettable.

From the moment you walked in, tails were wagging and smiles were everywhere. Backyard turned their space into a dog paradise—plenty of room for pups to play, relax, and soak up all the love from the community. You could tell right away that this wasn’t just a “pet-friendly” venue; they genuinely welcome dogs and their humans like family.

The staff deserves a huge shout-out. They weren’t just there to work; they were in the spirit of the festival—handing out water bowls, giving belly rubs, and making sure both two-legged and four-legged guests felt right at home. Their energy made the whole place buzz with joy.

And let’s talk food—wow! Backyard served up the kind of eats that keep people talking long after the event. From mouth-watering bites to refreshing drinks, it was the perfect fuel for a day of dog-filled fun. Pair that with live music, games, and the incredible lineup of vendors and rescues, and you had an event that brought the whole Dallas dog-lover community together.

Backyard didn’t just host—they supported, encouraged, and amplified what Dog Day Fest was all about: community, connection, and celebrating our pups. Dallas needs more places like this that understand how important our dogs are in our lives.

Huge thank you to Backyard for being such an incredible partner. Can’t wait to come back—tails wagging,...