The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill

This place was disappointing. I was excited upon walking in, but slowly disappointed as we stayed longer. The food was in my opinion the most disappointing part. (Even though we ordered salads) I know they probably aren’t known for their extravagant salads, but come on. $ 10 for a bunch of old lettuce and a few chips on a paper plate… The meat was alright.
The walk up ordering system is annoying for a bigger restaurant, and they expect me to tip them for just handing me food over the counter. Sorry, nope.
We also looked for drink specials everywhere, they’re not on the menu, at the bar, or at least anywhere in sight. We had to check Facebook to find them. I might like to come back to check out a concert, but other than that we probably won’t return.

We stopped in and didn’t see much on the menu that looked exciting so we went elsewhere to get lunch. We ended up coming back after lunch for a drink. The bartender was friendly and kept checking back with us. The place wasn’t very busy but is was huge inside with a large outdoor area with a stage and several little side bars. I image they get hopping busy when they are hosting events. Too bad I’m not local to experience that type of atmosphere.

Great food, ton of drink options, and great music! The atmosphere is adorable too. This would be a great place for a party or group of friends getting together!

we went one day for lunch and i had the reuben sandwich omg it was to die for the best i have had so far hands down. the seasoned fries are really good and crispy the way i like my fries. one co-​worker had loaded mash potatoes instead of fries. another co-​worker had the cheeseburger basket. we all agreed that the food was great. we will definitely be back real soon.

There are no words! Seriously the poorest management, the worst customer service.
As a visitor to Waco the town and experience was nothing short of charming. With the exception of our experience at this establishment. Whom ever owns this place should take a concerned look at their management and bar staff.

I’m updating my previous review. We came back on Sunday for actual brunch. It’s obvious they’ve made some improvements to the kitchen, and ordering process. Everything was much smoother. My breakfast tacos were excellent and my friends biscuits and gravy were also very good. The atmosphere is great and we will be returning for Sunday brunch

Excellent service! There were four of us! Chicken sandwich, BLT, Burger, Taco Salad all excellent! We came to Waco for magnolia market and it’s within walking distance! Great atmosphere! Love the outside patio and play area for the kids! Definitely a place I would visit in Waco again!

That 5 star review is has got to be from the owner. It certainly doesn’t rate 5 stars.
That said it is an interesting place. No table service, blah food, no comfortable seating average mixed drinks in a plastic cup. You get the idea. But if you are looking for a place to sit at a picnic table with a bunch of friends, talk, drink a couple of light beers it’s OK.
Give it a shot. It’s not the kind of place you you will go to often but it has its place.

This place has great potential to be fantastic! Great outdoor patio with multiple bars and plenty outside seating. However, I was also greatly disappointed in the entire venue on my first visit.
They have walk up service like McDonald’s. You really lose the appeal and customer service. No one greeted us, or suggested what to order or drink and they charged for drinking water. I didn’t choose water because I wanted to be cheap I wanted to be healthy but thanks for the charge.
We ended up getting the philly and catfish. The catfish was good. No complaints. The tots were overcooked in old oil. They were no good. The philly was a greasy, overly oniony mess, my boyfriend ate one bite and wasn’t pleased with it. We paid $ 19. Not too bad. But definitely over priced for the quality and service.
As far as the venue it’s huge and a great spot to sit outside. But it looks like they tried to go the cheap route on the entire place. Very thrown together hodgepodge furniture, none of the 4 bars match or even fit a theme. Just very random and doesn’t build the vibe or atmosphere. Too many tables outside randomly placed. Just seemed like a lot going on by someone with no taste. I’m from Austin and have eaten at many awesome outdoor venues. I understand this is Waco and the appeal is slightly different. The vision is there and could be limitless. However for the quality of the place and total atmosphere it’s obvious they cut corners everywhere they could on the building and decorating budget.
Like I said, great potential. But poor quality service, food and atmosphere. Will not be returning.

Cool layout. I can see the potential of a great night of drinking and dance in a group setting. However, the customer service was awful. My friends and I were treated as if we didn’t belong and everyone stared at us until we left from being uncomfortable. It was very unfortunate.

We used to come to this place years ago — glad to see it has been renovated renamed and re-​opened! Good atmosphere good burger cheap beer good service. What else u want? Oh yeah close to mcclane stadium sic em bears and magnolia silos of fixer upper fame. Try the texas balls!

Cheap drinks, average bar food, great service from Kayla. We only stopped for Happy Hour, so not sure what this place is like at night.