I'll start with the good. Huge TV in the middle of the room and one of the servers said that they sometimes let people play Mario Cart on them and that sounds super fun. Vibe is fun. I had a spicy margarita and it was delicious. My husband had a mule and then a Paloma. He loved them both. My first drink was their premium or platinum marg (can't remember the name) but it was $15 and on no where on the description did it say it had vanilla in it but it most definitely did and that is a solid yuck for me! I ordered their nachos which were $18 and thought the description sounded a bit lack luster with no beans. I went ahead and ordered because I mean if you're charging $18 for nachos they must be epic. I added the $6 chicken which then brought the price tag up to $24 for nachos. Yikes! On a scale of 1-10 I'll give these a 2. They forgot to put the cheese sauce on, which they did bring a side of it but it was VERY salty. The chicken looked almost boiled. Had no seasoning and was tough and rubbery to eat. They didn't even come with sour cream or salsa. Totally disappointing! My husband got the carne streak tacos and they were pretty good. Service was okay. Slow and she had no knowledge of the margaritas which was a let down. But I'll be back for Mario cart and the spicy marg. I'll never order those nachos again and honestly I'm considering picketing them for allowing such a disgrace on their menu. Sad!!!! Oh and the guacamole is like super light in color and had no flavor but also at the same time a truly epically weird flavor. Barf! So completely overpriced for mediocre food and the worst nachos in town. And the only reason I gave them a 2 instead of a 1 is because I once was served nachos with deli meat. So....they were one step up from deli meat nachos....sad. read more

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I was excited to try the Backyard since my husband and I frequently visited the Sandbar and were so sad to see it go. However we were completely blown away. We were instantly greeted and seated with 4 of us by the sweetest hostess. She didn't just say follow me and run to the table like most hosts, she asked us how our day was asked if we've ever been here before, even gave us some pointers on popular items to try. 10/10 on the hostesses you hired! We were lucky to get KP as our waitress and she was a knockout! On top of it all recommendations were top notch. Our drinks were fast KP was quick and always checked in with us to make sure we were taken care of and the food was so good! Most of it is handmade there! Unlike a lot of places.. we started off with the artichoke dip and it was delicious! I didn't care for the naan bread I felt it was a little toasty but still tasted great. My husband had the Backyard burger and fries. Do NOT forget to ask for ranch. It's the absolute best. The burger was amazing, if you love spicy then this is most definitely for you. It's freaking hot. But it's sooooo worth it! The fries idk what they do to them but they are so flaky and flavorful. I would almost put them at my top 1 of fries in town. I got the Lettuce Wraps and they were very tasty and I hate peanut sauce but I thought id give it a shot. A must try for sure! My sister got the Green Goddess salad, that dressing was out of this world good. I thought the salad needed more but my sister said it was perfect. (I would ask for more on the side ) our drinks were amazing I got the cactus cooler and I can't remember what my sister got but it was good! I definitely recommend coming here the atmosphere is pretty cool; TVs everywhere but not loud in your face, music plays lots of different styles, the backyard feel is nice. You totally feel like you are outside but cool indoors. I'm excited to see what it's like when it cools down and they open the garage doors! Ask for KP when you go read more

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The Bartenders are very friendly and amazing specially Juliet. Great customer service, very attentive of what's going on at the bar. Big shut out to the staff for the great experience and service. I order shrimp tacos very good. For sure will order again next time. read more

Awful waiting an hour for food and our waitress never checks in. No updates on food. Good atmosphere and that's about it.

We went to Backyard today for the first time since it changed ownership from SandBar. The service at the bar was spot on. Appreciate them We ordered off of the Hapoy Hour Menu. The menu said that the happy hour special was 1/2 off the burger. Little did we know that it was also a smaller portion than the regular menus. So, it's not really 1/2 off but a discounted smaller portion of regular menus items. If they would have told me that then I would have ordered a full size order. Just tell us the real deal. Doubt I would take the time to come back. There are to many other options. read more

Prices are outrageous -- $38 for two basic drinks? That's absurd. On top of that, the service was flat-out terrible. Staff seemed uninterested and inattentive. You can absolutely find better cocktails and far better service within walking distance. Save your money and go literally anywhere else nearby. read more

Absolutely the worst service I have ever had. Waited and wanted for drinks. Had tp ask for things like water and glasses several times. I can't tell you how you food tasted I never got it. After everyone received their food I asked two different people about my food. Finally I was told there was a problem in the kitchen they could prepare my meal to go and did I want anything else while I waited. I ordered the bravarian pretzel. We spoke to the manager who told us they were having issues in the kitchen and we were not the only table that had this issue with andvshe would comp our meals. She evidently did not convey this to our server. She dropped off our bills and disappeared. After waiting for a lo g while we got up to leave and ended up paying at the register. Our meals were not comped and she rung up the wrong bills. My husband actually went looking through the restaurant for the manager who was no where to be found. The final straw was as we were walking out the girl at the check in des, asked how things were. We told her they were bad and we would not be back. Hrt reply was "good" Bottom line is the service was poor to non existent the offer to comp our meals wax false and customer service was non-existent read more

Wow, this place has so much potential for a great spot to watch games and have a meal with family. Total disappointment, the food is subpar and the drinks overpriced. We had the carne asada tacos and burgers with a side of onions rings. Carne asada tacos were probably the worst I've had in arizona. Onion rings had a thick batter and not tasty. The burgers were not seasoned and lacked flavor for sure. The fries were decent. Super disappointed. Service was good and friendly. read more

Good food and service and fun atmosphere- great place to watch a sporting event with friends.

I was a loyal Sandbar customer for Sunday football for almost 4 years every Sunday when it closed I was so disappointed, but was told not to worry because I knew an improved new restaurant called the Backyard was coming. So I was invited by several employees to Grand open the new Backyard in Scottsdale, which was beautiful and fun and amazing service and great food and I was so excited about the Gilbert location opening. I typically bring about 10 people every Sunday with me and we spend a lot of money But when it comes to showing Football, they do not have their shit together The problem is with the general manager, Kellie she has attitude toward customers and pretty much arresting bitch face all the time. She's always frustrated and does not know how to how to speak to customers. Last week I reserved a table table 45. I got there at 9:30 30 minutes before my reservation and she'd give them my table away to somebody else. She was even rude about it didn't really even care. And this morning we got there 945 and we tried to reserve a table for 1 PM for eight people, but they said they weren't gonna allow anybody to make reservations. Can you make a reservation for eight people that will typically spend around $500? Then of course at 1:25 the biggest game of the week comes on 49ers and Chiefs, but they want to play the sound of the Carolina game the worst game and team in football for the day. This just shows that they know nothing about sports. Nothing about football or their customer or their environment everybody in the place complaining . I went to the DJ and ask him to change the sound please to the 49er game. He said it's up to the manager. . I thought wow now I gotta go talk to this lady as I asked her to change the sound she said two things it's up to the DJ and it would take a complete reset of the whole system to change the sound Well, unless I get a new manager here, I'm never coming back and I've already talked to everybody. I know that comes here every Sunday and we will all choose a different location until they get somebody that understands customer service their customers and Sports the thing is as they have amazing food, the places, incredible and what a great vibe to have such a shitty manager running the place . read more

I'll start by saying we've only been once, and I'd probably rate this place a 4.5 since they haven't worked out all the opening kinks yet, but I'm rounding up because I don't think the people giving one star for being turned away for dress code or the guy who gave one star simply because the chicken wings did not meet his standards are being fair. This place is a huge improvement over Sandbar! They've stepped up the food and the atmosphere. We would never have gone back to Sandbar, but were impressed with Backyard Gilbert and will go back. I'm glad they are enforcing a dress code as it will probably keep the pace safer than it was before. Sandbar had some issues and I think this place is more in line with what the residents of Gilbert want. An outdoor patio vibe that is indoors and allows dogs is perfect for our town! We went on a Saturday, the Ohio State game was on and we didn't have a reservation, so we had a 40 min wait, which we thought was reasonable. We were able to get a drink and an appetizer at the bar while we waited. The bartender was really nice. Our server was also friendly and helpful. Food service was a little slow, but they were busy and just opened, so I think it was completely within reason. I'm so tired of people dragging businesses through the mud over slight inconveniences or because they didn't follow the business' rules. I'm glad those types of people won't go back because the normal people don't want you party poopers there anyway! :) If the owner sees this, you're on the right track! read more

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Rude girls at the hostess station. Three table tops open and they say a 30 min wait. Ridiculous. Won't be back

This place is a joke. Made a reservation. Showed up on time. Nobody came to our table. After 20 minutes we left after being treated horribly by a server who was "not in our section". read more

Hanna Q and Juliette have amazing customer service, I love coming here with my family it's a great spot to watch games and get some cold beer!! That atmosphere is amazing, it's pet friendly couldn't ask for anything more! read more

I love Hanna Q and her customer service always a great time when I visit. She's really good at keeping me and my guests entertained

The staff is great, specially Juliette and Cat. Great atmosphere and a good place to just hang out wether your alone, with family or friends. I will definitely be back! read more

Th bartender was very sweet and nice, and the Carne asada fries were fire today. I like the way it's setup w it's the bar in the middle

Food and atmosphere were great! Lots of large TVs to catch the best views of the game! Loved this place! We were invited to a watch party the restaurant hosts each week. When we arrived we let them know the number in our party and they sat us with the group. The manager never came to our table or talked to us after going back and forth with the staff about where we were sitting. He/she (not sure, they never addressed us directly) had the server move our teen kids to a partially open bench table to share with other people. She moved them with all their appetizers meals and drinks so they could seat a new walk-in table. Ironically there was no wait and many other open tables in the restaurant. There were no signs indicating the table was not for us. The host even sat our menus and silverware on both tables. So instead of the manager just coming to talk to us we played telephone with the server and manager who never showed up to our table. I couldn't believe their lack of customer service or common courtesy to address an issue face to face. We were new to the group, there with friends, and watching the game so I didn't raise a fit. My family alone spent well over $600 on food and drinks at that event with the teen kids spending over $250 on their experience. Shocked we were treated that way and that the manager didn't have the know with all to properly address the situation. We were made to feel they didn't want us there. You may have a different experience if you go. it's a cool spot but the manager lacks customer service skills and tact. read more

The place is big, family friendly and dog friendly! Can't tell why it's so slow rn, the vibes are great!!

Not only was I ignored for 15 minutes at the bar.. could be my Afro. Then I was charged $40 for 2 drinks.

Horrible service, waitresses don't check in at all, no utensils, nothing for over 30 minutes.

Amazing service and food and a great environment.i will be definitely coming back again!

I love this place, Juliette and Spencer are shining stars. The vibes since it changed names from Sandbar to Backyard have been immaculate and the managers really know what they are doing. read more

I went in on a Saturday decent size place. Was interested in watching sports and a nice drink. Beer is normal price these days. Didn't try the food nothing looked appealing. Stayed for college football and multiple games were playing. I asked one of the bartenders if he minded switching the tv I was in front of to the MLB playoffs since 90 percent of the tvs in the whole bar had basically had the same two games playing and he told me ok but since the bar is considered a Iowa Hawkeyes bar if a fan wants to turn the TV they take precedence over what you're watching. I think that's weird considering it's a sports bar and I'm a paying customer as well. Be warned if you're looking for a particular game and it's on during Hawkeyes you probably won't get to watch it. read more

This is our neighborhood bar and we love it! Greta took great care of us and was very attentive!

Loud, definitely for younger crowd in my opinion. Could not believe the prices especially for what they gave you. We had $18 sticky ribs, 1/2 fat, not great but was presented nicely. Could not believe the $19 fish sandwich with 1 piece of small fish. Overcooked onion rings and dry slaw. The quality of fish was good but just not enough to enjoy. Drinks not cheap either. I believe companies should make a profit but based on their servings they are making a killing on food. It's really a shame ownership thinks that there menu and prices are deserving. It's just a matter of time before patronage drops if they don't change. One thing they did get right is personnel. Everyone we dealt with were very nice. read more

If you're looking for a laid-back, yet vibrant spot to enjoy some great food and drinks in the Gilbert area. From the moment you walk in, the cozy atmosphere and welcoming vibe make it clear that this is a place designed for both relaxation and fun. read more

Our family went out to dinner Saturday night and had the worst experience. The server got my children's drinks wrong which was no big deal. She took our order and didn't write anything down and got my entire food order wrong. Our server was rarely around, so I just started eating because I was starving. She finally came around and she brought the side salad I ordered with vinaigrette on the side and then when I asked if the salad already had dressing she said "well yeah that's how it comes" and I said but I ordered a salad with dressing on the side! Anyways she ended up taking my food off the bill but a manager NEVER came to talk to us which I found strange. Worst experience. I'm super bummed, we were excited for a new restaurant in the neighborhood, but we won't be back. I put in a complaint on their website and never heard back. Apparently this place doesn't care about giving crappy service. I wouldn't waste my time here, go to Zipps instead. read more

I gave one star because 0 was not an option. Absolutely the worst food I've ever had, especially for the price. How do you f***k up a salad? Took us about 10 minutes to get seated because the hostess didn't even acknowledge us and couldn't figure out what was going on. I don't know how it is possible to mess up French fries and salad. Horrible experience. Also the bathrooms were dirty like they hadn't been cleaned in a week. Do not go here. read more

I wish I could put a 0 starts.... This girl literally stole my card... I was paying for my meal / drink put it in the "card thing" 5 seconds later "I can't find your card" this place had to be racist or she has to be racist to African American people because I seen her whisper to another employee of hers something and he looked at me then looked away any African Americans that want to come here DON'T... this was my second time coming to this place and then this happens this is unbelievable heck the cameras I bet you, you see her taking my card and acting like she didn't know what happened to it read more

Been here a few times have had Trista the bartender and she is absolutely amazing !! Very personable and fun!!

if you go here ask for Hanna Q! Easily the best waitress in East Valley. Love the energy there too, great sports atmosphere! No IPAs sucks and so does the food but when it's football season I DONT CARE! read more

Great atmosphere, came in for the game, had a great time. Good food and good staff! I'll be back!

Went to Backyard this week and it was great. The atmosphere is very cool, I had the philly cheesesteak and my wife had the chicken sandwich and both were very good. Trista was our bartender and she was excellent, so attentive and sweet. Would recommend Backyard for sure. read more

Greta, thank you so much for taking care of us during the Ohio State game!!! You were amazing!!!

Chipotle Street Tacos, DO NOT ORDER. They are flavorless and no way to pick up to eat. Meal was served on a platter lined with paper that was soggy and made impossible to cut to eat without eating paper. HOWEVER, brought all this to server's attention, Talia, she made it RIGHT! Was not charged for the meal. read more

Went in for the Super Bowl and was not disappointed with the experience. The massive tvs make it great for sports viewing. The bartenders were very friendly and accommodating. Looking forward to some more wings and march madness on the screens. read more

Worst food I've ever had! This is not real chicken. Service was great. But food was awful.

Food is awesome! Way better than expected for a happy hour bar location. Servings are ample and quite delicious. The margarita pizza was delectable. our server Kylee was fantasti!! attentive and professiona! we will definitely request her when we come back! read more

Very Expensive small portions but the portion size ended up being a blessing since the food was overcooked and had absolutely no seasoning (except the fries) I bet the cook puts raisins in potato salad.service was subpar also had to ask for a soda and water refill. Per dollar spent on what you get by far one of the most expensive places to eat in Gilbert and not worth it by any means. Might be a great place to hang to watch the game, but to go and have Lunch or Dinner this place should not even be on your list. read more