The gyro is delicious and has huge portions. Although, the falafel is not that good. Great service and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ruth Christy
This is probably one of the worst food pics I've ever taken only because I knew how super delicious everything was going to be and I took it in a hurry to dive in! My husband and I travel through the area a few times a year on the way to see a medical specialist. We discovered this restaurant about 4 years ago and the roasted Greek chicken dinner is ALWAYS a homerun! You know how you hyper fixate on a certain meal, but eventually it loses its shine so to speak, well I keep thinking that will happen with this chicken. But it is consistently amazing. You get a nice big salad or soup, rice with Greek potatoes, freshly cooked vegetables, half or whole chicken, (the whole chicken order only comes with the sides for one like the half chicken, but it could easily feed two) warm pita and a lemon wedge. I happy dance from the first sprinkle of squeezed lemon over my plate on through the last bite. We always have enough to bring home for lunches as well. Such good food that really makes you feel good. Friends back home always ask if I had the chance to stop by during our trips because they know what a highlight it is for us. The atmosphere can be a little loud and echoey at times. I had an injury that makes bright lights and loud spaces pretty painful at times. When we can't eat in, we order for carry out and picnic in the very nearby, super beautiful park with great facilities, Sunset Woods Park. Greek chicken in a beautiful park? **Chef's kiss**
Good selection of food. It was fast service and we enjoyed it. I'll go back and try something else again :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Fries
Fezo Pekovic
Shockingly disappointed. Placed a order online,said it will be ready tomorrow at 1045am. Called to correct this,was on hold for over 20min,was repeatedly told my call and patience was appreciate. No more money for you from me. Never ever again.
Jessica
Everything from their BBQ ribs to their souvlaki (grilled skewers) and skirt steak is good. Generous entree portions that come with your choice of soup or salad, green beans and carrots, and your choice of starch. Service is also fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dana Farmer
I ordered the Asian sesame salad with salmon as an add on. It was bland and had too many mandarin oranges in it. The salmon was overcooked. The customer service was pleasant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Slang Musicgroup
If you're looking for a great local spot in Highland Park, look no further than Back Yard Grill! I've visited this place many times, and I can confidently say that the service is fantastic and systematic, with some of the kindest staff you'll ever meet.
On a recent visit with a friend/client, we had a wonderful experience that really stood out. My friend ordered the gyros plate, which he raved about from a previous visit. Unfortunately, I had overindulged the day before and my stomach was feeling a bit off. I declined food, explaining that I’d enjoyed a bit too much spice (in a good way!) the night before. To my surprise, the gentleman running the place offered me a delicious soup to help settle my stomach. Wow, was it good! Not only did it ease my discomfort, but it was so tasty that I’m now planning to come back just for that as an entrée!
I've tried nearly all the salads and a few sandwiches, and I'm curious about the ribs too. But honestly, it’s the totally unsolicited act of kindness from the staff that makes me recommend Back Yard Grill above all else. Great people, good food, and an atmosphere that feels just like your neighbor's backyard—what more could you ask for? Three cheers for these guys!
Parking: free parking just north of the building!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Burger, Fries, Italian Beef
Eli Sasson
I love this back yard grill restaurant. Jake have great welcoming service. Food is great. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nikki Figueroa
I would marry their Italian grinder! It’s a sandwich that really hits the spot after a long day!
John Williams
My family was in town from out of state. We wanted good food with out braking the bank. I came across Backyard Grill and the food picture looked amazing. We decided to try it out. Firsts off the service was top notch very homey and friendly. The food was as good as the service, Amazing. The Manager was very friendly and talked to us like we were old friends. Not one thing to complain about if you want amazing food and a clean friendly place to eat it, then the Backyard Grill is you place hand down. Out of the 5 stars we would have given 10 stars.
Pretty solid spot. Gyro platter is massive had to order an extra pita to take the extra gyro meat home to make a 2nd gyro. Will come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Mark Lo
Good Food. Large Selection. Acoustics a little noisy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salads, Gyros Plate
Chirag Gheewala
Love their wraps. They don’t skimp out on the protein.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
WHITE KNIGHT
During a recent visit to Highland Park, I stumbled upon an absolute gem of a restaurant: Backyard Grill. Hungry for some healthy food, I was exploring the area when a local highly recommended this spot. Deciding to give it a try, I walked in and was warmly greeted by a gentleman named Jake, who was very cool and welcoming.
I mentioned to Jake that it was my first time at the restaurant and what I was looking for, and he promptly suggested the oven-roasted chicken plate. Knowing I was in a hurry, he ensured my meal was served quickly. To my delight, the chicken was absolutely amazing—cooked to perfection with a tenderness and flavor that was simply exceptional. The quality of the meat was top-notch, a true testament to the care and expertise in the kitchen.
The accompanying vegetables were of premium quality, enhancing the overall experience with their freshness and flavor. Additionally, the plate included a side of rice with potatoes, which was equally delicious, perfectly seasoned, and satisfying. Intrigued by Jake’s mention of their in-house made gyro meat, I decided to try a side of it as well. Let me tell you, it was the most amazing gyro meat I’ve ever tasted. The richness and depth of flavor were unparalleled, making it an unforgettable addition to my meal.
The establishment itself was very clean, well-staffed, and the service exceeded my expectations. The overall dining experience was wonderful, reflecting a five-star quality despite the casual setting. If you find yourself in Highland Park and are looking for great, healthy food, Backyard Grill is definitely the place to go. The quality of the food and the overall wonderful experience make it a standout choice.
The gyro is delicious and has huge portions. Although, the falafel is not that good. Great service and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is probably one of the worst food pics I've ever taken only because I knew how super delicious everything was going to be and I took it in a hurry to dive in! My husband and I travel through the area a few times a year on the way to see a medical specialist. We discovered this restaurant about 4 years ago and the roasted Greek chicken dinner is ALWAYS a homerun! You know how you hyper fixate on a certain meal, but eventually it loses its shine so to speak, well I keep thinking that will happen with this chicken. But it is consistently amazing. You get a nice big salad or soup, rice with Greek potatoes, freshly cooked vegetables, half or whole chicken, (the whole chicken order only comes with the sides for one like the half chicken, but it could easily feed two) warm pita and a lemon wedge. I happy dance from the first sprinkle of squeezed lemon over my plate on through the last bite. We always have enough to bring home for lunches as well. Such good food that really makes you feel good. Friends back home always ask if I had the chance to stop by during our trips because they know what a highlight it is for us.
The atmosphere can be a little loud and echoey at times. I had an injury that makes bright lights and loud spaces pretty painful at times. When we can't eat in, we order for carry out and picnic in the very nearby, super beautiful park with great facilities, Sunset Woods Park. Greek chicken in a beautiful park? **Chef's kiss**
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Black Quinoa Salad, Wrap, Oven Roasted Chicken Plate
Good selection of food. It was fast service and we enjoyed it. I'll go back and try something else again :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Fries
Shockingly disappointed. Placed a order online,said it will be ready tomorrow at 1045am. Called to correct this,was on hold for over 20min,was repeatedly told my call and patience was appreciate. No more money for you from me. Never ever again.
Everything from their BBQ ribs to their souvlaki (grilled skewers) and skirt steak is good. Generous entree portions that come with your choice of soup or salad, green beans and carrots, and your choice of starch. Service is also fast.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered the Asian sesame salad with salmon as an add on. It was bland and had too many mandarin oranges in it. The salmon was overcooked. The customer service was pleasant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
If you're looking for a great local spot in Highland Park, look no further than Back Yard Grill! I've visited this place many times, and I can confidently say that the service is fantastic and systematic, with some of the kindest staff you'll ever meet.
On a recent visit with a friend/client, we had a wonderful experience that really stood out. My friend ordered the gyros plate, which he raved about from a previous visit. Unfortunately, I had overindulged the day before and my stomach was feeling a bit off. I declined food, explaining that I’d enjoyed a bit too much spice (in a good way!) the night before. To my surprise, the gentleman running the place offered me a delicious soup to help settle my stomach. Wow, was it good! Not only did it ease my discomfort, but it was so tasty that I’m now planning to come back just for that as an entrée!
I've tried nearly all the salads and a few sandwiches, and I'm curious about the ribs too. But honestly, it’s the totally unsolicited act of kindness from the staff that makes me recommend Back Yard Grill above all else. Great people, good food, and an atmosphere that feels just like your neighbor's backyard—what more could you ask for? Three cheers for these guys!
Parking: free parking just north of the building!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Burger, Fries, Italian Beef
I love this back yard grill restaurant. Jake have great welcoming service. Food is great. Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I would marry their Italian grinder! It’s a sandwich that really hits the spot after a long day!
My family was in town from out of state. We wanted good food with out braking the bank. I came across Backyard Grill and the food picture looked amazing. We decided to try it out. Firsts off the service was top notch very homey and friendly. The food was as good as the service, Amazing. The Manager was very friendly and talked to us like we were old friends. Not one thing to complain about if you want amazing food and a clean friendly place to eat it, then the Backyard Grill is you place hand down. Out of the 5 stars we would have given 10 stars.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
My mom works there?☝
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pretty solid spot. Gyro platter is massive had to order an extra pita to take the extra gyro meat home to make a 2nd gyro. Will come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Good Food. Large Selection. Acoustics a little noisy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salads, Gyros Plate
Love their wraps. They don’t skimp out on the protein.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
During a recent visit to Highland Park, I stumbled upon an absolute gem of a restaurant: Backyard Grill. Hungry for some healthy food, I was exploring the area when a local highly recommended this spot. Deciding to give it a try, I walked in and was warmly greeted by a gentleman named Jake, who was very cool and welcoming.
I mentioned to Jake that it was my first time at the restaurant and what I was looking for, and he promptly suggested the oven-roasted chicken plate. Knowing I was in a hurry, he ensured my meal was served quickly. To my delight, the chicken was absolutely amazing—cooked to perfection with a tenderness and flavor that was simply exceptional. The quality of the meat was top-notch, a true testament to the care and expertise in the kitchen.
The accompanying vegetables were of premium quality, enhancing the overall experience with their freshness and flavor. Additionally, the plate included a side of rice with potatoes, which was equally delicious, perfectly seasoned, and satisfying. Intrigued by Jake’s mention of their in-house made gyro meat, I decided to try a side of it as well. Let me tell you, it was the most amazing gyro meat I’ve ever tasted. The richness and depth of flavor were unparalleled, making it an unforgettable addition to my meal.
The establishment itself was very clean, well-staffed, and the service exceeded my expectations. The overall dining experience was wonderful, reflecting a five-star quality despite the casual setting. If you find yourself in Highland Park and are looking for great, healthy food, Backyard Grill is definitely the place to go. The quality of the food and the overall wonderful experience make it a standout choice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gyros Plate, Oven Roasted Chicken Plate
Loading...