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Johns Backyard Grill

4.3 (69 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican, Burgers, American
Open • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Cathy M.

This place is a hidden gem behind a gas station. Got a tasty grilled chicken sandwich and fries and was very pleased with the quality and freshness. Service was fast and friendly and I shall return!

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Ed W.

Great Mexican hamburguesa with the crispy charred edges and hand cut fries. This is a hidden gem. Highly recommended!

Mexican cheeseburger & fries.
Dave F.

A rather unique, hole-in-the wall place that shares a building with a gas station. There's only a few seats inside but plenty of outdoor seating. The highlight for me was my burger, the Mexican Cheeseburger, which was a great combination of flavors. The fries were hot & fresh, but too soggy for my taste. It was less than $10 for the burger & fries. The menu doesn't include drinks from what I could tell, so I walked a few feet to the gas station area for a fountain drink, but unfortunately their machine was out of order. [Stop #85 on The Great DFW Burger Quest]

Breakfast tacos and Pastor tacos
Michael L.

It's hidden in the Chevron gas station with an entrance in the back. I really wanted this to be better than us was but it was pretty good gas place. Had the double burger and some breakfast tacos and pastor tacos. Burger was ok fries were great. I didn't like the corn tortillas they use so that killed the tacos a little (to tough for me) but it's pretty awesome for what it is

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Misti C.

WOW! A great burger and crispy, perfectly seasoned fries. Definitely in the back of a Chevron station and nothing fancy, but a GREAT burger. Can't wait to come back and try the Mexican food.

Steak, pastor, and chorizo.
Marianne C.

Local business with good food is always a hit for me. I have this place bookmarked for a very long time now and last night was the night to visit it finally. I had planned on trying all the different kinds of street tacos they offer. Unfortunately, last night they are out of lengua and pollo. Which means they may be really good and everybody wants a piece of it. I settled for what's only available which is the steak, chorizo and pastor. All of which are satisfying and very tasty. I also ordered a side of fries which is surprisingly great. Yes, it is frozen then fried but whatever seasoning they put on those babies are very addicting. It was great! In fact it was awesome! The taco counter can only accept cash but no worries, you take your receipt to the gas/ convenience store counter and they'd accept your card. You would have to get your drinks at the convenience store anyways so it's very hassle free. I would definitely comeback to try the lengua and pollo.

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LiiNda G.

-I just want to say: I LOVE IT! The cheeseburger , the fries and the hot sauce just delicious!! Melty cheese, nice bun, sour pickles that actually kicks it up a notch! Fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, very well seasoned! The best thing is the salsa both red and green sauce tasted so good, complimented the fries and the hamburger to a 10th! I will definitely come back for more! -The backyard does need a update but overall really cool place and friendly

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8 years ago

Been here twice in two days. Love the tacos, best street tacos I've ever had. I've had the chorizo, pork, chicken, and beef.

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Outstanding food and service! Best hamburgers in town and the lunch taco's are incredible!

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10 years ago

At least get your closing time right. I've tried twice. Not trying again. So long adios goodbye good luck

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7 years ago

Little gem of a place. Really more for take out. Great burgers and fries! Great price. Never disappoints.

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8 years ago

Wonderful cheese burger and fries ! Taste like grilled out side so good will be back

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11 years ago

Totally unexpected but Wow wow so yummy!!! Mexican hamburger so tasty. Definitely will be back!

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11 years ago

Not bad! I was impressed! The food and people were really good!

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12 years ago

Fantastic greasy goodness. Love the cheeseburger and tacos (fajita beef). A couple of friends and I go there at least once a week!

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11 years ago

Excellent service and even better burgers. I enjoyed the Mexican burger today and I'll be back to try the tacos. Highly recommended.

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18 years ago

good place, inside a shell station. good burgder, ok frys, not overly greasy gas station food, the best of both worlds in a shell staton

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4.6(3.9k reviews)
3.0 mi
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Drinks were excellent. Old fashioned, vodka martini…read more Grilled Oysters and Fried Brie appetizers were awesome!! Steak sandwiches were good.

Wow, I see it has been 12 years since my original review even though we have been to Kenny's many…read moretimes during the past 12 years. It remains one of our favorite restaurants. The food is consistently excellent. We went for dinner on a Saturday night (reservations are highly recommended). The wife had the chicken as a main entree. It was outstanding. The chicken was smoky, tender, and moist. It has a bevy of vegetables that are cooked perfectly. It comes with a side and she got the baked potato with everything. She loved everything about this entree. For me, it was an easy decision. I LOVE their wedge salad and started with that. The price has gone up a bit but it remains outstanding. For some reason, the waiter gave me a small but it was fine. The small in 2026 is $7.99 and the regular size is now $11.99. For my entree, I ordered from the appetizer menu and got the crab cake. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the crab cake. It has to be the best in Dallas. It is one half pound of pure crab meat, no filler. The price has gone up to $26.99 so it is not cheap, but it is outstanding quality. The cake was perfectly cooked and the crab was sweet. It comes with three dips but to me, I want to taste the crab so I did not use them. The kid had the old fashioned fries and devoured them. Our server, Mark, was attentive and efficient. Service was excellent as usual. Overall, this is one of the best restaurants in Dallas and IMO the best in the line of Kenny's restaurants. I cannot wait to return.

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The Gibson

3.9(67 reviews)
2.0 mi•North Dallas
Happy hour specials
Romantic vibe

The Gibson is a good restaurant- not great; but I think with more time, it can evolve into what I…read morethink it wants to become. The decor is a snazzy Art Deco style. There are lots of details that allude to this, but as another diner mentioned, the finishes are not as high end. However, what the restaurant lacks in premium finishes, it makes up for in spirit. The service here was really great, and that's what propelled the visit into 4 star territory. Our waiter was taking care of 4 of us, and he was very polite and friendly the entire time. It was my husband's birthday, and at the end of the meal, we got to visit the speakeasy at the back of the restaurant. More on that later. To start, I had a non-alcoholic beverage. Since I didn't see a mocktail selection on the menu, I asked the waiter if they could come up with something fruity, but not too sweet. I got a drink that I could not place what fruit it was derived from, but oddly tasted like the candy from the 80's and 90's that were essentially wax with a liquid in them- I hesitate to call it juice, but it tasted like the liquid inside the wax- that's what this drink tasted like. I will not mince words- I did not like my drink. For an appetizer we had the fondue. It came with croutons and pretzel bites. The fondue itself had no real flavor. It was the most subtle cheese and didn't have a distinctive taste. The croutons and pretzel bites were fine, but I questioned the presentation. Brought out in baskets lined in checkerboard liner paper; this was giving me 50's diner vibes. For my meal, I had the Blackened Redfish from the Audition Menu (a menu of items they are testing) and it was a mixed bag. The arugula salad was good- it could've been brighter. The dirty rice was decadent, but almost a little too salty. The redfish was disappointing. It was cooked fine, but there was a spice in the red pepper beurre blanc sauce that didn't go with the other flavors. I would not order this dish again. At the end of the meal, we were escorted to the Speakeasy lounge, where we ordered dessert. They brought out a complementary flambé cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and we also ordered a creme brûlée. Both desserts were exceptional- I'd give 5 stars to both. They tasted rich without being overpowered with too much sweetness. I will definitely be back at some point to experience dessert here again, I'll just order a different entree and skip the fondue. The decor in the speakeasy was more posh than the dining room, albeit a little on the trendy side of Art Deco, still it was very nice to be invited into it. It was a very thoughtful gesture to make my husband's birthday that much more special. Also, they do have live music here which was nice, but prior to the live music starting, they did play a lot of mellow 70's and 80's tunes- think Yacht Rock and all it's cousins (adult soft contemporary and sophisti-pop) which was actually pretty cool. While not quite fine-dining, The Gibson strives to aim for it, and I think with some adjustments it can get there. The service was truly great, and the dessert was standout! The rest I think will come in time. This is still a very new restaurant and I think it's trying to navigate the complexities of establishing itself. I think there is something special here and worth exploring at a future date.

This place should be packed all the time. Bartenders are on point. The food is always good. I can't…read morestress enough how awesome the atmosphere is. It's the epitome of "I don't need to review my tab because whatever it is, it's worth it". I hope more folks find it, because it's a true hidden gem right off the tollway. They really seem to care, and that's rare today.

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4.1(721 reviews)
3.1 mi
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This is one of my favorite spots for happy hour. We got there around 4:30 and ordered oysters, the…read morefamous cheeseburger, and drinks since they were all half-price. The oysters were fresh, plump, and briny, while the cheeseburger definitely lived up to the hype. It was juicy, flavorful, and came with a crunchy pickle on the side that was the perfect complement. The drinks were refreshing and well made. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. She checked on us several times to make sure everything was good, which made the experience even better. The place started filling up quickly as rush hour approached. The bar was packed with people coming in for happy hour, and there was already a wait for seats, so I'd definitely recommend getting there early. Yes, the menu prices have increased, but the happy hour deals still make it worth a visit.

Three visits, three strikes. After trying dinner, happy hour, and lunch, it is clear: this is the…read moreMcDonald's of seafood dining. Across every meal - from the redfish to the salads - the food has been as tasteless as styrofoam. I risked the oysters on my first visit, but after realizing the low quality here, I wouldn't dare touch their raw seafood again. Consistency doesn't exist at the bar, either. During a 2.5-hour happy hour, I ordered three Lemon Drops. They ranged from great to absolute swamp water depending on who was pouring. Lunch today was the final straw. The $14 "special" cheeseburger arrived on a stale bun with dry, unseasoned patties--and it doesn't even come with a side, just half a pickle. I've given this place more than enough chances, but they haven't brought their A-game once. Save your money, skip this strip-mall quality, and head to a reliable mid-range spot like Pappadeaux or Anaya's instead. Or, even better, get some good seafood and a great recipe and enjoy at home. This was absolutely not worth it.

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The Fifth - Romaine Wedge-$10. Yum!

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4.2(423 reviews)
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Food, service and ambiance were great! Love this place!…read moreSpecial Valentine's Day entree was delicious!

The restaurant itself is so cool, beautiful atmosphere and such a good vibe. I can already tell the…read morepatio will be amazing once the weather cools down! The food was delicious. We had the deviled eggs and lump crab cakes to start, and both were SO good. Prices were great too. Our waitress, Staci (or Stacy), was AMAZING. Sweet, funny, great at banter, and incredibly attentive. Even when she was busy, she never made us feel like we were inconveniencing her. When she was at our table, we had her full attention, she checked on us the perfect amount, and we never had to ask for anything twice. She was on top of her game! My only complaint was a really awkward interaction at the end. I wanted to ask Staci two simple questions: whether they carried an olive gin I'd had in Europe (they didn't, but I haven't found it anywhere) and whether I could buy a roll of quarters because we were going to play pool. Somehow this turned into 5-6 staff members gathering around, plus this random blonde lady in a white T-shirt and jeans joining the conversation. Aside from Staci and the blonde lady, no one else even acknowledged me. They just stood there looking at me. It was weird. It felt like a lot of unnecessary attention over two simple questions and made me pretty uncomfortable. Having another customer involved was honestly the weirdest part. It was disappointing because we'd had such a great experience up until then. I went from thinking, "I need to bring my friends here!" to leaving feeling pretty unwelcome. Food: delicious. Atmosphere: beautiful. Prices: great. Staci: WONDERFUL. I just wish the interaction at the end had matched the rest of the experience. I changed my rating from two stars to four stars because I didn't feel like one bad interaction was worth two stars and I was a little flustered when I originally wrote my review.

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