Backlot has been my sanctuary for the past two years since I came of age. None of my friends knew I was gay until last weekend when I finally came out to them and my parents, despite my nervousness. The experience went well, thanks to managers support and Dion’s long-time encouragement. I now feel much less stressed. I want to express my gratitude to Backlot for providing a safe and welcoming environment.
Scott Finlay
This place is closed. Dont try and come you'll look like a fool trying to find the place. Just to hear from next door the owner just couldn't be bothered to update google.
Abner Brown
I went were just as covid ended, and won’t forget my experience, but not because it was positive. (I am a trans gay man, and did not feel welcome in this establishment)
I went out to have a smoke break on their balcony, which I thought was over facing the street- instead the no smoking sign was on the back of the door, which I could not read because door was open, and facing the ‘balcony.’ I immediately apologized, 2 drinks in and enjoying the drag show. The ‘owner’ yelled and left his post on the floor below to come and personally tell me to “get out” embarrassed me in front of my peers and was extremely rude- also told me “I didn’t tell you to finish your drink, but to get out!” he then followed me outside and proceeded to exchange more harsh words and rolled his eyes even after I apologized profusely for the ordeal.
Severely disappointed in the community and the rude actions of a manager and ‘leader’ of the community. You made me feel uncomfortable and sad. Definitely reconsider going if you are young in the scene, not worth it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Leon Harrison
Dion is the absolute MAN! We loved every minute… Love from the Aussies!
Rayne
I went to the Backlot Pub this weekend after not visiting for several years. I used to go a couple of times a week about four years ago. I had a fantastic time and experienced excellent service. A woman named Andrea and Dion, whom I recognized, were both smiling and engaging with all the customers despite how busy it was. I was so impressed and had such a great time that I’ll definitely be back this weekend. I’m looking forward to seeing both of them again. Thanks, Backlot—I missed this place more than I realized.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Isabella Goosen
Loved it!!! We got kicked out cuz we brought and drink out for a smoke but didn't know we weren't allowed to bring it back it, but we talked to the Bouncer after and it was all good!! Wish we were allowed back it tho !! ? missed the drag show. Over all great experience just Inexperienced of going to Bars and such
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
soxz
Loved it!!! We got kicked out cuz we brought and drink out for a smoke but didn't know we weren't allowed to bring it back it, but we talked to the Bouncer after and it was all good!! Wish we were allowed back it tho !! ? missed the drag show. Over all great experience just Inexperienced of going to Bars and
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mikiki Performance and Video Artist
20 years had passed since my last visit and it was such a great feeling to walk back into. Reminded me of much youthful hijinx and sloppy bar make outs.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mountain boy Oakley
It is what it is.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Justin
Bartender pocketed $7 worth of my change instead of, you know, not stealing it. Servers are not ENTITLED to tips.
Great inclusive space. The staff are all insanely friendly. When we talk about community, this is the place I think of. Jury Duty on fridays are a MUST see. (And they should bring back family therapy). Highly recommend coming here! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Michael
I just started coming here and liked the vibe and the staff…. Tonight I got to meet the bartender Zack, I’ll be making sure not to spend my money when he’s working. Horrible bartender! Doesn’t make you feel welcome, wants everything done his way. Forgets he works for the customer and the customers requests is not an annoyance but why he is employed.
Service: 1
Marcus Penney
Great inclusive space. The staff are all insanely friendly. When we talk about community, this is the place I think of. Jury Duty on fridays are a MUST see. (And they should bring back family therapy). Highly recommend coming here! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
amira
I had a nice chill time here, had some drinks, chatted with some patrons and watched Bob Ross videos. Staff was very nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Gilligan
This is an unpretentious, chill, comfortable queer bar. It's a place where anyone on the rainbow spectrum can feel safe and welcome. The bartender is friendly and attentive, but this is also somewhere you can sit and drink a beer in peace when that's what you want to do.
Backlot has been my sanctuary for the past two years since I came of age. None of my friends knew I was gay until last weekend when I finally came out to them and my parents, despite my nervousness. The experience went well, thanks to managers support and Dion’s long-time encouragement. I now feel much less stressed. I want to express my gratitude to Backlot for providing a safe and welcoming environment.
This place is closed. Dont try and come you'll look like a fool trying to find the place. Just to hear from next door the owner just couldn't be bothered to update google.
I went were just as covid ended, and won’t forget my experience, but not because it was positive. (I am a trans gay man, and did not feel welcome in this establishment)
I went out to have a smoke break on their balcony, which I thought was over facing the street- instead the no smoking sign was on the back of the door, which I could not read because door was open, and facing the ‘balcony.’ I immediately apologized, 2 drinks in and enjoying the drag show. The ‘owner’ yelled and left his post on the floor below to come and personally tell me to “get out” embarrassed me in front of my peers and was extremely rude- also told me “I didn’t tell you to finish your drink, but to get out!” he then followed me outside and proceeded to exchange more harsh words and rolled his eyes even after I apologized profusely for the ordeal.
Severely disappointed in the community and the rude actions of a manager and ‘leader’ of the community. You made me feel uncomfortable and sad. Definitely reconsider going if you are young in the scene, not worth it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dion is the absolute MAN! We loved every minute… Love from the Aussies!
I went to the Backlot Pub this weekend after not visiting for several years. I used to go a couple of times a week about four years ago. I had a fantastic time and experienced excellent service. A woman named Andrea and Dion, whom I recognized, were both smiling and engaging with all the customers despite how busy it was. I was so impressed and had such a great time that I’ll definitely be back this weekend. I’m looking forward to seeing both of them again. Thanks, Backlot—I missed this place more than I realized.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Loved it!!! We got kicked out cuz we brought and drink out for a smoke but didn't know we weren't allowed to bring it back it, but we talked to the Bouncer after and it was all good!! Wish we were allowed back it tho !! ? missed the drag show. Over all great experience just Inexperienced of going to Bars and such
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Loved it!!! We got kicked out cuz we brought and drink out for a smoke but didn't know we weren't allowed to bring it back it, but we talked to the Bouncer after and it was all good!! Wish we were allowed back it tho !! ? missed the drag show. Over all great experience just Inexperienced of going to Bars and
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
20 years had passed since my last visit and it was such a great feeling to walk back into. Reminded me of much youthful hijinx and sloppy bar make outs.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
It is what it is.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Bartender pocketed $7 worth of my change instead of, you know, not stealing it. Servers are not ENTITLED to tips.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Great inclusive space. The staff are all insanely friendly. When we talk about community, this is the place I think of. Jury Duty on fridays are a MUST see. (And they should bring back family therapy). Highly recommend coming here! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I just started coming here and liked the vibe and the staff…. Tonight I got to meet the bartender Zack, I’ll be making sure not to spend my money when he’s working. Horrible bartender! Doesn’t make you feel welcome, wants everything done his way. Forgets he works for the customer and the customers requests is not an annoyance but why he is employed.
Service: 1
Great inclusive space. The staff are all insanely friendly. When we talk about community, this is the place I think of. Jury Duty on fridays are a MUST see. (And they should bring back family therapy). Highly recommend coming here! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I had a nice chill time here, had some drinks, chatted with some patrons and watched Bob Ross videos. Staff was very nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is an unpretentious, chill, comfortable queer bar. It's a place where anyone on the rainbow spectrum can feel safe and welcome. The bartender is friendly and attentive, but this is also somewhere you can sit and drink a beer in peace when that's what you want to do.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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