I have driven by here several of times and their sign always looks so inviting, so my boyfriend and I decided to take his family here today when they came in to visit. If I could sum up our entire experience in one word, it is: underwhelming. Why? The service. They appeared to be severely understaffed. But not only that, I felt like we were forgotten about half the time. We had to remind our server of drink orders that were forgotten, we had to request plates because they forgot to bring them. Yes, I was eating my appetizer off of a napkin. We had to remind them to bring us silverware. The only positive was the food. I tried a jalapeño popper which was very tasty and I also loved my burger and fries. Unless service changes and improves, we won't be back. read more

BackYard Murphy - No plates provided. Ate off a napkin. - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

9/14/22: This was our first visit. Came for a couple of drinks. We sat at the bar and Elise was bartending. We had a beer, the Titos lemonade and a cheeseburger. We had to get an extra shot ot Titos to make the lemonade better. When the cheeseburger arrived, the sweet potato fries were cold. I asked Elise if she could bring some hot fries, and she happily did. There were plenty of TV's throughout, and interesting decor. They have a very large backyard area, with picnic tables and outdoor games. read more

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I am really impressed with this restaurant and have eaten here several times. The restaurant has seating at the front where it is a bit quieter and seating in the bar area if you like music. Outside is where it's at! They have a shaded patio that has fans to keep you cool in the summer heat. They provide live entertainment and a play area for the kids. The service is wonderful and the staff are very present in making sure you like your food and that your drinks are always filled. The food itself is mouth watering good! If you like pork, this is the place for you! The ribs are tender and tasty, the burgers have just the right amount of seasoning. For me, the pork nachos are where they shine, but I also love me some nachos. I highly recommend this great restaurant! read more

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This visit with my youngest son fell short today on the quality but our waitress and Tim were very apologetic and Tim was quick to turn the experience around. It's people like this that do everything to make sure their customers are not only taken care of but come back. read more

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Like all brand new businesses, it's a work in progress and there are a few kinks to work out but they literally Just opened. Located next to Azure nail salon on the north side of 544. It's the old Southfork location so there is a front dining room, back and a small patio. They are working with a limited menu. Not sure if it's due to CoVid or b/c they just opened. The waitstaff seems a little flustered but the customers seemed to come in waves and they are taking curbside orders as well. Brisket burger w/ fries at $12 seemed a tad steep but it was very good! Had the perfect amount of sauce. Not too messy but just right. Fries are on the skinner side and crispy. Kids had the mini corn dogs at $4.99 and those were ok. Margaritas were pretty good! Not too sweet. We will definitely give it another try this month. read more

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We stopped in because this was listed as the top BBQ spot in the area. Although good, driving 10-15 minutes toward the city will leave you much more satisfied. It has an almost Carolina undertone in the flavor and they do not serve BBQ sauce with their food. Also, very nice and eager waitstaff but I don't believe a single person working was above the age of 18. Both pictures are the pulled pork tacos - one served with the tortilla and the other without. Pulled Pork Tacos read more

BackYard Murphy - Pulled Pork - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

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Interesting concept, had good experiences with the staff. Food is standard fare.... But... something in the layout and ambiance just didn't click for me. Pass by often, rarely stop in and don't know exactly why. Let me know what I'm missing. read more

Great service and quality food. Limited menu, but is great for a fast lunch. Great fries too! read more

BackYard Murphy - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

Great wings!!!! Sitting outside is always fun. The staff is friendly and attentive. We enjoy the music when we're lucky enough to be there for it. read more

Visited yesterday, first time. Won't be the last. We both had the 2 taco plate. So dang good! Tacos overflowing with beef, pork, or chicken. Mix and match, so good! The Backyard Margarita was the absolute gold standard! We went at lunch and lo.a d behold, they have daily specials. So not only was it delicious, it was very affordable. Definitely going to be back! read more

I'm mad at myself for not trying this place earlier! I always passed by the colorfully lit patio until yesterday when I decided to dine in. It was pretty crowded, but there's more space in the back and the backyard. It was a little chilly that day, but the workers turned on the patio heaters. I had the deviled eggs with brisket to start. It was good, but I wish the brisket was served warm instead of cold. I ordered the brisket burger, which was SO. FREAKING. AMAZING! The meat was cooked perfectly. It also came with a generous portion of delicious fries. The employees were nice and made sure to check in on us regularly. I totally understand why this place was packed! (Btw - they have different half-off specials throughout the week!) read more

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What a fun place. Great people. Great food. Very friendly oriented. Large outdoor seating area. Pet friendly and welcome if they are on a leash. Live entertainment most weekends. The owner is usually on site and extremely hilarious. read more

We had a change of plans tonight and decided to try out BackYard Murphy. Had no idea Wednesday was $6.00 burger night! The veggie burger was full price but it was such a pleasant surprise that the other burgers were almost half price. Everyone loved their burgers and my son loved the chicken tacos. The sweet potato fries and the side of green beans were so yummy. Can't remember the name of the beer I tried - blood honey? It was nice. For dessert we tried the banana pudding and it was loaded with bananas and tasty! The outside seating area is fantastic. Loved seeing the leaves fall around us while we ate dinner. Magical spot. The owner was so nice and he's really done a fantastic job making a cool neighborhood hangout. Our family found a new spot that we can all agree on. :) read more

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Delish!!! We had an appetizer, then got into the main dishes! My wife's Grilled Chicken was moist( hard to do right), and my Steak was a perfect medium!! We will be going back!! read more

Awesome food, it was fast I had a Pull pork sandwich ad fries. My wife was a hamburger and fries.. they liked it and we will be back..(if we came in Murphy)... read more

BackYard Murphy - Pull pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

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Went in for our first time, restaurant wasn't really busy. We were a party of 3 and there were maybe 2 other tables when we arrived. I ordered salmon which was cooked decently. Our server forgot several requests, things like ranch for our jalapeño poppers, very slow to refill our drinks. Someone else finally came around and helped him out but it was not a great experience. Food was very mediocre and service was a disappointment. I was hoping to have a decent food or restaurant experience to frequent in Murphy so we didn't have to venture out much but unfortunately, BackYard missed the mark and I'm not sure we will be back. If you like mediocre food and long waits for service, this might be for you. read more

Best patio in Murphy! Food is solid, the bar knows what's up, and the service is stellar. So why only 4 stars? The owner is just too dang nice...he really should tell parents to keep an eye on their little cherubs. It was full on Lord of the Flies the last time we were there. The kids literally took over the patio, taking all the games to build a fort, and then started chunking blocks and disks about. We had a random toddler join our table, and we had 2 close calls with a soccer ball to the head...good thing those kids knew how to play? Anyway, perhaps if the soccer parents read this, they can learn to respect the owner and the idea that they are not the only patrons at this place. We still go about once a week; live music on the patio is always a draw. Just wish the parents who frequent here parented! read more

I had the pulled pork tacos and hubby had the buffalo chicken sandwich. Both were Amazing! And I love that the sweet potato fries were not over salted. The brisket deviled eggs were absolutely Amazing! I definitely didn't expect to love them as much as I did. And then we had the whiskey cake with a scoop of ice cream. It was also amazing! The service was amazing and we both loved the atmosphere of the restaurant. We will definitely be back! read more

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Service was disordered and inconsistent (confusion between 2 servers secondary being much better). Received a wrong entree but decided to keep it since we would have to wait again. Flavorless and extremely small portions on appetizers and most entrees (and If you have to douse your entrees in sauce for flavor, it's definitely not a good entree). I absolutely understand the rise in food costs, however that works both ways in terms of consumer choice as well. read more

Food, service, love the live bands, Owner is awesome Employees are always on top of things. We are repeat customers

You cannot beat The Backyard for great food, good music, fantastic servers and the best management..... not to mention, the good-looking owner!!!! They have the best burger around and if you love steak...... you will have a hard time beating their steaks! They have a front quiet section, the sports bar area, and a great outdoor dining area with pets and children allowed!!! Family fun! The sister restaurant is around the corner, Yard Dawg, and it's more a romantic destination with an outdoor fire pit and sitting area!! read more

The food was good, but the service was HORRIBLE. We ordered our food and waited. My daughter and I were served, but my wife was told hers would be right out. My daughter had finished over half her cheeseburger by the time I was able to flag down a waitress. It took 10-15 minutes after my daughter and I had gotten our food. We will be scratching the Backyard off of our list of local eateries. read more

The bar in the back is the place to be. Everyone seems to know each other by name. I've been here about six times, and might be the newbie. The bartenders are very friendly and attentive (but not overly so). The music always seems to be something I like. I keep hearing others singing along. The food is excellent. Never had a bad meal here. I find the bar....comfortable. If you're just looking for a place to get a drink and be comfortable doing so, I highly suggest BackYard. read more

Service was delightful. The food was prepared with the quickness and tasted great. I had the grilled salmon with loaded baked potato. Though it was kinda chilly the heat lamps helped. Definitely would recommend this place. read more

BackYard Murphy - Dos Equis tinted green in recognition of St Patrick's Day - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

Lunch during spring break week and it was very quiet. 2-3 tables. Service was so so. Most staff were together at the bar laughing and talking very loud. It was very distracting to guests having conversations. There's a lack of professionalism. Even if it's dead - which it was - staff should be doing something to stay busy. Or keep conversations quiet. Drinks and food were just ok. There's absolutely no reason to go back. This was my 2nd time there. I wanted to give it another chance. read more

Backyard has a super cool setup with both indoor and outdoor dining options. The outdoor area is pet friendly and has some outdoor games which is a plus for sure. We had good service during our visit. I was with a big party, so I was able to sample lots of things. The pulled pork nachos are a huge portion. Brisket deviled eggs were good, but the brisket was rather dry. The grilled shrimp was well seasoned and tasty, but is a rather small portion. It comes with a baked potato, but really needs two sides since it's only 10 small shrimp. The chicken nuggets are reminiscent of McDonald's nuggets. read more

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This place is all about atmosphere. With you are are in area and looking for a place to hangout, grab a bit to eat and a beer...this is it. Food is good, but not why you come here. read more

Great atmosphere. We were on our way to a football game. They run the wait staff so efficiently so we were able to relax without worrying about being late. Everything was absolutely delicious. I love that they had more than just traditional bbq options like salads. I got grilled shrimp. read more

Great ribeye steaks! Fun atmosphere for kids. Whisky cake is a must. Live music is a great as well.

Just returned from our first visit to this bar-grill and we are very impressed with all aspects of the BackYard. Interestingly, we had a Back Yard in our neighborhood in the Lakeview area of New Orleans. No relation but the same basic business model. There are two inside dining areas: one at the front door and a second down the hallway towards the rear of the building. The one in the rear is smaller but has a bar area and opens to the outside dining area. There are several game/play areas for kids. The beverage selection is expansive with a lot of alcohol choices including multiple beer and wine offerings. The menu is fairly broad with appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, wings, and meal platters such as steak, ribs, salmon, grilled shrimp, chicken, etc. Service was attentive and very professional. And each employee we interfaced with was very friendly. Genuinely friendly. Great job! I had the Buffalo Chicken sandwich with fries while my wife chose the cheese burger with sweet potato fries. Both are large, especially the chicken breast. The fries side would each serve two. The burger was thick and properly prepared. It came fully dressed. The buffalo sauce on the chicken was favorably spicy but not nuclear. Nice. We will be back to explore more of the menu. read more

Great music and entertainment on the weekends. Very family friendly and good drinks! Menu is good just wish there were more options. Service is usually on point! read more

Great place to hang out with friends and have a drink or two. There are not many weeks that I am not there at least once.

Absolutely AMAZING service from a friendly staff. Party of ten and everyone loved their food. Recommend the brisket burger or the pulled pork tacos, I had both. The ciratcha aioli sauce was incredible. Will be coming back for the food and the atmosphere. read more

BackYard Murphy - Nothing left from the brisket burger and one of my sons pulled pork tacos. - Barbeque Near Me - Murphy, Texas

I have been to Back Yard several times over the past year. We always gave excellent service. The food is great, beer is cold, and titos and lemonade hits the spot on a hot day. The outdoor area has yard games, mini arcade games and is super family friendly. Its also a great spot to hang out or watch a game. They have fans and umbrellas to help stay cool out back and attentive servers to refill your ice water or drinks. I was there last week and noticed the manager/owner is out there hustling, making sure everyone has drinks and that the food is great. That right there is a sign of a well run establishment. Ive seen him making the rounds almost every time we stop in. read more

First time customer. We got a steak and 3 burgers. To keep it short, the fries were absolutely amazing! The main entrees were honestly a bit bland and the burgers weren't very juicy; however, I'm definitely paying for what I get!!! This is easily one of the best places in the area for how good the food is for the price. All in all it was about 50$ for 4 people. What a deal. Elijah was also a friendly server and made the experience pleasant. Awesome food for the price! read more

Went to Backyard the night before Easter with someone that uses a wheelchair. We went to experience the live music and have some dinner. It was a bit awkward getting to the patio area. We had to snake around people and chairs to get to the back. Seat yourself because nobody is going to assist you. The expanded metal table we sat at had food on it and stuck in the holes. In about 10 minutes we were offered drinks. We ordered the deviled eggs, Texas twinkles, and brisket queso. Beer came and was cold. Food came and was appropriate temperature the queso cooled fast in the middle temperature outside. Overall the food was decent. Nothing blew my hair back. The entertainment was a local group that provided a mix of original and covers. Kids and dogs add to the overall noise level. If you are looking for a quiet evening, this is not the place for it. Overall the experience was not bad. They could concentrate on cleaning and organizing. read more

I dined there on saturday and paid my bill with my debit card $45 with tip; The problem is when I checked my bank statement they took $74 out. I have my receipt and I contacted Backyard three times, spoke with two mgrs and was given the run around. I now have to get my bank fraud dept involved. Diners beware. read more

Service was a solid 5! Everything arrived promptly and we were well attended. Food was good 4. Everything tasted good...nothing was outstanding but neither was there anything bad. Great accessibility for those with ADA necessities (my 10 yr old uses a wheelchair). read more

Food was excellent, but it was too crowded and had more of a bar atmosphere. Smells of alcohol as soon as you walk in the door. Family friendly if you use the yard and do not eat inside. read more

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We had a wonderful time. Live music was great. The venue needs to add misters and fans to the outdoor seating for the summer months- it was HOT and we went at 6:30-10 pm. Also the patio tables could use a good scrub. They were sticky( from tree sap probably. ) read more