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    Linebacker Lounge

    3.4 (98 reviews)
    InexpensiveSports Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Clay G.

    I love the Backer. Even now that I'm old (not in college), it's great to come back when I'm back at Notre Dame. The drinks are cheap and the drinks are strong. The music is almost always great and it's a fun time. Sometimes, it can be a little crowded, but that's a small price to pay for a great time.

    Hannah K.

    I love the Backer! My friends and mine favorite bar in college, and it is always one of first stops back in town! Good drinks, love the popcorn, and exceptional vibes!

    Meg A.

    This place is legendary but its not for the decor. If you like being shoulder to Shoulder with loud music and wait on line to do it, this is your place. Its a must go to when going to a Notre Dame football game, and fun. Keep Your expectations low and Don't lick the pole!!!

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    Norm C.

    Ok it's a Notre Dame tradition and frankly hasn't changed since I graduated in '88. Grabbed a beer here with some buds and enjoyed the atmosphere. The staff was really friendly so made us feel welcome. Looks its a dive bar but well worth the visit.

    Drink up bitches!
    Eric B.

    Dark dirty with a sticky floor. Bartenders giving the crowd the finger every so often and one had a "drink up pussies" shirt on. Gave me sh*t when I asked for orange with my tequila shot (and never got one). I loved them bartenders. Sang some E-A-G-L-E-S chants a couple times with some patrons, sang "American Pie" and several other jukebox songs with the crowd and just had a great time. Highly recommend fun bar. Note: no bottled beer served to protect the innocent.

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    Great place near Notre Dame! Make sure and stop here on game day. Great drinks, food and crowd

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    Great place! Lots of history! Great service! Wait staff was courteous and poured great drinks!

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    Good burger, cold beer about all you you need to know. Good college bar if you know what I mean. Dirty no frills joint.

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    Saw one of their security guards snatch someone's phone out of their hands. Not somewhere I would patronize.

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    Whenever I'm in South Bend, I always make sure I include a trip to the Backer on the itinerary.

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