The Backyard Steak Pit

1818 N Grandwood Dr, Gurnee
(847) 356-5200

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PJ Delp

Food is phenomenal and always fresh! The service is amazing and very kind.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kathy Lange

The server was fast & friendly

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Barb Kelly

The lobster bisque and fried shrimp were excellent, service was good, but the lighting is so dark that it feels like I can't see anything...

Cameron Hatten

Everything on the menu is good. Drinks are well made and service is always great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak, Filet Mignon and Shrimp, Smoked Pork Chops, Ahi Tuna Appetizer

Alexandria Perry-Ingram

Our waiter Eric was a pleasure delight and was so attentive! Excellent food and service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

shawn Morgan

We took our son here for his boot camp graduation dinner, and it was outstanding from the moment we walked in. As soon as we entered, we were greeted warmly—everyone was friendly and welcoming.
The food was absolutely perfect, and I say that as a well-traveled foodie. We had the coconut shrimp, a 24oz prime rib, a New York strip, and fried shrimp. The prime rib was cooked perfectly and so tender I could barely cut it. The New York strip was also cooked just right. The coconut shrimp were amazing, and the fried shrimp were perfect as well.
I can’t recommend this place enough. It was the ideal spot to celebrate such a special occasion.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tina Betancourt

We had the absolute best service. The food was perfect from beginning to end. I went with my bestie for dinner, we had grilled shrimp appetizer, we each had soup- lobster bisque and clam chowder, and split filet Oscar. The steak was such good quality, very good! Our server, the manager and chef all stopped at our table to confirm details because one of us had a gluten intolerance. I’ve never felt so supported at a restaurant. So many stars and thumbs up, Ty!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mike Ran

Underwhelming, overpriced. Really unfortunate because I'd been wanting to try this place for a while but service was really slow. Kids were getting very rowdy and hungry after waiting 40 mins for the main meal to arrive. Server didnt apologize for the wait or communicate a reason for the delay, just brought out the plates at different times though she was quick with the refills and somewhat friendly. Food was kinda bland and didnt sit well with me. I didnt finish my meal. Gratuity was included. It sucks to say it but I dont think I will be back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Ran Marie

The food was subpar and the service wasn’t great. The server wasn’t personable. Prices are extremely high for the quality. We had to wait a very long time for our food and we had kids in our party. Once the food arrived it didn’t all come out at once which was very awkward. We weren’t asked for dessert options, just asked if we wanted boxes. We were celebrating a special occasion but that left a bad taste in our mouths so we opted to not get any dessert. We were very disappointed, since we live nearby and had always heard great things. I guess you can’t always believe what you hear!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

John McDermott

The place was packed when we arrived. We were told it would be and hour or more to get a table. We decided to wait for a table they only take reservations for groups of 5 or more we were only 3 and it was new years eve. Had a couple of drinks while we waited the chocolate martinis are delicious and strong. It took about an hour and a half to be seated ordered drinks and appetizers they both came out very quickly and hot. Had the veggie basket and cheese curds nothing special about them basic deep fried stuff. I wish they had a bigger appetizer menu mostly deep fried items. My wife ordered the crab legs, daughter had the steak and shrimp kabobs and I had the surf and turf. Ordered steak medium rare was cooked perfectly the 2 lobster tails were good sized for 5 oz each french onion soup is a must as well. Bill was a bit high but you get what you pay for and it was definitely worth it. Will be going back probably ota slower day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Josh Mathews

Tonight was our first time at the restaurant and we were really impressed with the staffs attention to the gluten and dairy (and other allergies and sensitivities) in our group!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Ruslan Bondar

Great restaurant, very good quality food!!!
A+++++

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Berger (Andyman)

Perfect steak every time 😋

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

XYourboyAngelX

Had me waiting for 20 mins take me an order, dude is super slow, never again .

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Janet Kasovic

First time here and it was awesome! Had Coconut Shrimp for appetizer and they were perfect, the Lobster bisque was delicious, the tails were nice and tender, and the Ribeye was juicy and charred perfectly. Desserts were yummy too! Our waiter was great, made us feel very welcomed. Atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. Worth every penny, can't wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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