Backyard Grill
1825 2nd St, Highland Park
(847) 681-8400
Customers' Favorites
Oven Roasted Chicken Plate
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Garlic Parmesan Wings
Grillef Chicken Gyro
Homemade Spinach Pie
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Black Quinoa Salad
Hamburger Basket
Chicken Souvlaki
Salmon Sandwich
Salad/Wrap
Greek Salad
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, topped with a generous portion of Feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, red & green peppers, red onions, tomatoes & cucumbers
Chop Salad
A blend of chopped crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, chopped bacon, avocado & Feta cheese
BYG Salad
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce topped with crispy chopped bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, red onons, avocado, corn, tortilla strips, Gorgonzola cheese & chipotle ranch
Caesar Wrap
Fresh romaine lettuce tossed with Parmesan cheese, hard boiled egg, croutons & Caesar dressing No egg or crouton on wrap
Greek Villager Salad
Tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, red & green peppers & red onions topped with Feta cheese
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine lettuce tossed with Parmesan cheese, hard boiled egg, croutons & Caesar dressing No egg or crouton on wrap
Greek Wrap
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, topped with a generous portion of Feta cheese, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, red & green peppers, red onions, tomatoes & cucumbers
California Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, edamame, red pepper, avocado & almonds
Orchard Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens with green apple slices, raisins, walnuts, roasted tomatoes, Feta cheese, multigrain croutons & balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Grilled Halloumi Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens, avocado, roasted tomato, roasted red pepper, roasted corn & multi grain croutons
Black Quinoa Wrap
Black quinoa, edamame, cucumber, avocado, red pepper & tossed in a poppy seed vinaigrette
Grilled Halloumi Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens, avocado, roasted tomato, roasted red pepper, roasted corn & multi grain croutons
Garden Salad
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red & green peppers, red onion, hard boiled egg & croutons. Includes shredded cheddar
Roasted Chickpea Salad
Fresh romaine lettuce, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado & red onions topped with crispy chick peas
Black Quinoa Salad
Black quinoa, edamame, cucumber, avocado, red pepper & tossed in a poppy seed vinaigrette
Chop Cold Cut Wrap
A blend of crispy iceberg and romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red & green peppers, red onion, egg, turkey, ham, salami, cheddar & Swiss cheese
Chop Wrap
A blend of chopped crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, chopped bacon, avocado & Feta cheese
BYG Wrap
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce topped with crispy chopped bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, red onons, avocado, corn, tortilla strips, Gorgonzola cheese & chipotle ranch
Roasted Veggie Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens, red onions, roasted tomatoes, artichokes, walnuts, Feta cheese & fresh grilled veggies (zucchini, yellow squash & red peppers)
Roasted Veggie Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens, red onions, roasted tomatoes, artichokes, walnuts, Feta cheese & fresh grilled veggies (zucchini, yellow squash & red peppers)
Roasted Chickpea Wrap
Fresh romaine lettuce, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado & red onions topped with crispy chick peas
Asian Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens with Mandarin oranges, almonds, cucumbers, crispy won ton strips, edamame, red peppers & sesame ginger dressing
Caprese Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens, fresh mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, pepperoncini, tomato, red onion & fresh basil served with balsamic vinaigrette
Asian Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens with Mandarin oranges, almonds, cucumbers, crispy won ton strips, edamame, red peppers & sesame ginger dressing
Greek Villager Wrap
Tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, red & green peppers & red onions topped with Feta cheese
Dinner Salad
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, croutons & choice of dressing
Kale Caesar Wrap
Baby kale, crispy bacon, croutons, Parmesan cheese, red onion & Caesar dressing
Baby Beet Salad
A fresh blend of mixed greens, goat cheese, walnuts & Mandarin oranges tossed in our homemade balsamic vinaigrette
Kale Caesar Salad
Baby kale, crispy bacon, croutons, Parmesan cheese, red onion & Caesar dressing
Orchard Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens with green apple slices, raisins, walnuts, roasted tomatoes, Feta cheese, multigrain croutons & balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Baby Beet Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens, goat cheese, walnuts & Mandarin oranges tossed in our homemade balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens, fresh mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, pepperoncini, tomato, red onion & fresh basil served with balsamic vinaigrette
Chop Cold Salad
A blend of crispy iceberg and romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red & green peppers, red onion, egg, turkey, ham, salami, cheddar & Swiss cheese
California Wrap
A fresh blend of mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, edamame, red pepper, avocado & almonds
Garden Wrap
A blend of crispy iceberg & romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red & green peppers, red onion, hard boiled egg & croutons. Includes shredded cheddar
Burgers/Dogs
Cheese Burger
Mayo, ketchup, lettuce, red onion, tomato & pickle. Choice of American, Cheddar, Provolone or Swiss
Char Dog
An all beef charbroiled hot dog buried in a steamed poppy seed bun "with everthing" includes: mustard, relish, onion, tomato, pickle & sport peppers
Southwest Burger
Chipotle mayo, bacon, cheddar, grilled onion, shredded lettuce, tomato, & avocado topped with a beer battered onion ring
Backyard Grill Burger
BBQ sauce, bacon, grilled onion, pickle and cheddar cheese
Patty Melt
Juicy hamburger served between two slices of American cheese on a grilled rye bun with sauteed onions
Hamburger
Mayo, ketchup, lettuce, red onion, tomato & pickle
Turkey Burger
Mayo, ketchup, lettuce, red onion, tomato & pickle
Beyond Burger
Veggie burger, mayo, ketchup, lettuce, red onion, tomato & pickle
Cheese Dog
Mustard, relish, onion, tomato & pickle
Polish Sausage
Charbroiled polish served with mustard, relish, onion, tomato, pickle & sport peppers served on our freshly baked bread
On A Pita
Gyros Sandwich
Thin slices of beef & lamb served on a pita with onions, tomatoes & tzatziki sauce
Chicken Gyros Sandwich
Thin slices of chicken gyros served on a pita with onions, tomatoes & tzatziki sauce
Chicken Pita
Juicy chicken breast with lettuce, tomatoes, pickle & mayo
Chicken Souvlaki Sandwich
Tender pieces of chicken served on a pita with onions, tomatoes & tzatziki sauce on the side
Falafel Sandwich
Homemade falafel served on a pita with lettuce, tomatoes & tzatziki sauce on the side
Cajun Salmon
Lettuce, tomato, avocado, red onion & pickle on the side
Pork Souvlaki Sandwich
Tender pieces of pork served on a pita with onions, tomatoes & tzatziki sauce on the side
On A Bun
Char Broiled Chicken Sandwich
Juicy chicken breast served on a bun with lettuce, tomatoes, pickle & mayo
Salmon Sandwich
Grilled Atlantic salmon with Chipotle mayo, spring mix, red onions & tomatoes on a brioche bun
Pulled Pork
Slow roasted pork served on a butter brioche bun
Grinders
Steak Philly Grinder
Sauteed peppers, onions, mushrooms, & melted mozzarella cheese, served on our freshly baked French bread
Chicken Philly Grinder
Sauteed peppers, onion, mushrooms, & melted mozzarella cheese, served on our freshly baked French bread
Italian Grinder
Mortadella, hard salami, provolone, mayo, lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickle and house dressing
Italian Beef Grinder
Choice of sweet or Giardiniera peppers
Tuna Melt Grinder
Provolone, mayo, lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickle & house dressing
Chicken Breast Grinder
Provolone, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, house dressing & pickle
Turkey Club Grinder
Smoked turkey, bacon, provolone, mayo, lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickle and house dressing
Steak Grinder
Provolone, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, house dressing & pickle
Pulled Pork Grinder C
Slow roasted pork smothered in BBQ sauce & topped with sweet peppers, grilled onions & cheddar cheese served with coleslaw
Meatball Grinder
Mozzarella cheese, marinara, choice of sweet or Giardiniera peppers
Hummus Grinder
Hummus, avocado, feta cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomato, green and red peppers, cucumbers & house dressing
Italian Sausage Grinder
Mozzarella cheese, marinara, choice of sweet or Giardiniera peppers
Combo Grinder
Beef & Sausage Grinder Choice of sweet or Giardiniera peppers
Dinners
Gyros Plate
Onion, tomato, homemade tzatziki sauce & pita bread Served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf or fries
Chicken Souvlaki Plate
Tender pieces of chicken with onions, green & red peppers Served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf, fresh vegetable garnish, pita bread & choice of soup or salad
Half Chicken
Choice of Greek, BBQ or Plain. Served with rice pilaf, Greek potatoes, fresh vegetables, pita bread and choice of soup or salad
Chicken Plate
Choice of Greek, BBQ or Plain. Served with rice pilaf, Greek potatoes, fresh vegetables, pita bread and choice of soup or salad
Pasta
Served with garlic bread
Chicken Gyros Plate
Onion, tomato, homemade tzatziki sauce & pita bread Served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf or fries
Whole Slab Ribs
Served with real mashed potatoes, garlic bread & coleslaw
Spinach Pie
Served with rice pilaf, onions, tomato & homemade tzatziki sauce
Filet Souvlaki Plate
Tender pieces of filet with onions, green & red peppers Served with Greek Potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf, fresh vegetable garnish, pita bread & choice of soup or salad
Skirt Steak Dinner
Served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf, fresh vegetable garnish, garlic bread & choice of soup or salad
Whole Chicken
Choice of Greek, BBQ or Plain. Served with rice pilaf, Greek potatoes, fresh vegetables, pita bread and choice of soup or salad
Half Slab Ribs
Served with real mashed potatoes, garlic bread & coleslaw
Grilled Salmon Dinner
Fresh Atlantic Salmon served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf, fresh vegetable garnish, garlic bread & choice of soup or salad
Shrimp Souvlaki Plate
2 skewers of marinated grilled shrimp
Pork Souvlaki Plate
Tender pieces of pork with onions, green & red peppers Served with Greek potatoes over a bed of rice pilaf, fresh vegetable garnish, pita bread & choice of soup or salad
Wings
6 Wings
Chicken Wings deep fried to perfection, tossed in a tangy Buffalo-style sauce or BBQ sauce served with celery, carrots & choice of Ranch or Bleu Cheese dressing
12 Wings
Chicken Wings deep fried to perfection, tossed in a tangy Buffalo-style sauce or BBQ sauce served with celery, carrots & choice of Ranch or Bleu Cheese dressing
Sides
Waffle Fries
Pita Bread
Onion Rings
Hummus
Sweet Waffle Fries
Cup Soup of the Day C
Cheese Curds
Greek Potatoes
Small Coleslaw
Large Coleslaw
Veggies
Garlic Bread
Rice/Potato
Rice
Whipped Potatoes
Kids
Kids Pasta
Kids Chicken Tenders
Kids Cheeseburger
Kids Hot Dog
Kids Grilled Cheese
Dessert
Cookie
Baklava
Brownie
Chocolate Cake
Rice Pudding
Rainbow Cake
Carrot Cake
Caramel Flan
Drinks
Can Diet Coke
Can Coke
Can Sprite
Pelligrino
Bottled Water
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Recent Reviews
We go to Backyard Grill often because they have menu options for everyone in the family, from burgers, hot dogs, to salads, pasta, and my favorite - the chicken souvlaki platter. The price is excellent for the amount of food you get, and the quality is always consistent. Friendly staff and clean restaurant if you want to dine in.
December 2025
BackYard Grill – Review
BackYard Grill is a casual dining spot known for its laid-back atmosphere and hearty American grill favorites.
Food: Menu features burgers, steaks, grilled chicken, and comfort food classics. The dishes are flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying. Portions are generous, ideal for a filling meal.
Ambiance: Relaxed and friendly, often with outdoor seating that gives it a true backyard vibe.
Service:...
BackYard Grill is a casual dining spot known for its laid-back atmosphere and hearty American grill favorites.
Food: Menu features burgers, steaks, grilled chicken, and comfort food classics. The dishes are flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying. Portions are generous, ideal for a filling meal.
Ambiance: Relaxed and friendly, often with outdoor seating that gives it a true backyard vibe.
Service:...
November 2025
Went here for lunch, the fries were good, but burger had no flavor, my kids chicken strips were overcooked and just a blah meal overall. We will go to Michael’s instead next time we want a burger.
August 2025
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