Great ambiance! Walking through the lantern lit bamboo tree corridor is a nice dramatic entrance. Great outdoor area dimly lit with light music in the background. Ordered the grilled tuna with the truffle parmesan polenta (a must) and the mussels. Both were excellent! My only recommendation would be to offer the tuna with something other than the same chimichurri that comes with the steak.
nycburgerguy
We booked here because we heard they had live music on Thursdays. It was dead, there were only 5 tables occupied. The waiter made a number of mistakes. The restaurant seemed to make up the children's menu on the spot, they only offered buttered pasta and grilled chicken tenders. Not fried tenders like children tend to want. Steak was also bizarrely available on the kids menu. The grilled octopus was slimy with a weird texture, we sent it back, but they did not refund it on the bill. We ordered a bottle of wine, the waiter came over with a single glass. Understandable if there was a miscommunication but like then why didn't you ask everyone else what they wanted to drink? The creamy pimento was not creamy, under cooked. The swordfish was just OK. The paella was not good. The linguini was too oily. The bill for 5 adults and 2 children was $504 they did not comp anything despite a number of mistakes and complaints. Really disappointing considering how highly reviewed this place was. The ambiance was cool, with the pool and stuff but for the money extremely disappointed and expensive.
Kelley09
Very nice location. We sat outside and it was beautiful and quiet except for our talking(we were a party of 8). The food was very good but the chairs (directors chairs) were a nice idea but in need of being replaced so not so comfy. Overall I would recommend it though.
Claire
Kind of a bummer because we came in on a Monday with a confirmed reservation from Open Table, but the restaurant and kitchen were both closed without a heads up. They didn't know we were coming - which was kinda weird and we were turned away. They did give us a great recommendation for another place close by, but just wanted to warn others to call ahead of time to confirm!
Robert S
Great atmosphere
Alyssa S.
Lots of fun & good food, not bad pricing for Montauk. Backyard seating area is beautiful
Debra B.
We had a great meal here in Columbus Day weekend!! Dirty martinis were perfection. Started with the artichoke Parmesan flat bread which was delish. We had the lamb ragú gnocchi. The gnocchi was light as air and perfection. The lamb was melt in your mouth! The capelini was rich, creamy and outstanding. A glass of wine while relaxing outside by the pool and fire pit was fun! The service was outstanding. It is the end of the season and it was fabulous!
George S.
One of the last real diners in this area. Amazing food and service. Chicken quesadilla with house Tzatziki (interesting combo) never disappoints. Fries are always great too. There's a lot to be said for a family run business like this and it satisfies Morning, Noon, and Night.
DiMa
When the sun starts going down and you're surrounded by romantic candlelight, beautiful greenery, and eating wonderfully yummy food, nothing is better. We had a magical meal at Backyard Restaurant and will be back!
Mimi
Had a nice dinner with friends and our waiter was awesome! Not much ambiance eating next to the pool with kids swimming but this place is really not a stand alone restaurants. It's in a hotel.
Asked and booked to dine outdoor. We were directed to dine indoor instead because of risk of light rain within 45 min. But indoor dining has no charm at all at that place. All the point is to enjoy their nice outdoor , dining terrasse by the pool and garden. So I was a little bit upset when just 30 min later a group came in and the host organised a big table outdoor for them, what was supposedly not possible for us. Food was good, the NY steak good quality, tasty, cooked as asked, and their chimichury is a good one: They don't mix-up spicy and hot.
Vangie K.
Kennys was a great find. Authentic Italian food with great service. Mario made us feel at home. We had a great experience. Cannot understand bad reviews. See you next year for dinner.
Heather Dolland Tamam
I genuinely enjoy visiting Backyard when we go to Montauk.It's a very relaxing vibe and a wonderful spot of al fresco dining. During the day, add the pool and some cocktails and it's a solid day well spent off the beach if you want to switch up your experience.
HAD2022
We LOVE having dinner in the backyard. Return every summer and refer others all the time. Would have been good to know that it had been relocated due to a private party that was extremely loud, and a lot of very young drinkers. Just made it hard to enjoy the company we had with us. However, the food did not disappoint and the hostess and wait staff were extremely accommodating. I have a feeling this was just a matter of planning it for the wrong night.
Uzi S.
Listen up: Im absolutely baffled by the bad reviews here. This is a wonderful restaurant - great food, excellent wine, great place to hang out. Never disappoints. We dine here regularly, and my wife is particular about her food and even more particular about her wine. And for the person who complained they didn't get enough bread - just ask for more.
Great ambiance! Walking through the lantern lit bamboo tree corridor is a nice dramatic entrance. Great outdoor area dimly lit with light music in the background. Ordered the grilled tuna with the truffle parmesan polenta (a must) and the mussels. Both were excellent! My only recommendation would be to offer the tuna with something other than the same chimichurri that comes with the steak.
We booked here because we heard they had live music on Thursdays. It was dead, there were only 5 tables occupied. The waiter made a number of mistakes. The restaurant seemed to make up the children's menu on the spot, they only offered buttered pasta and grilled chicken tenders. Not fried tenders like children tend to want. Steak was also bizarrely available on the kids menu. The grilled octopus was slimy with a weird texture, we sent it back, but they did not refund it on the bill. We ordered a bottle of wine, the waiter came over with a single glass. Understandable if there was a miscommunication but like then why didn't you ask everyone else what they wanted to drink? The creamy pimento was not creamy, under cooked. The swordfish was just OK. The paella was not good. The linguini was too oily. The bill for 5 adults and 2 children was $504 they did not comp anything despite a number of mistakes and complaints. Really disappointing considering how highly reviewed this place was. The ambiance was cool, with the pool and stuff but for the money extremely disappointed and expensive.
Very nice location. We sat outside and it was beautiful and quiet except for our talking(we were a party of 8). The food was very good but the chairs (directors chairs) were a nice idea but in need of being replaced so not so comfy. Overall I would recommend it though.
Kind of a bummer because we came in on a Monday with a confirmed reservation from Open Table, but the restaurant and kitchen were both closed without a heads up. They didn't know we were coming - which was kinda weird and we were turned away. They did give us a great recommendation for another place close by, but just wanted to warn others to call ahead of time to confirm!
Great atmosphere
Lots of fun & good food, not bad pricing for Montauk. Backyard seating area is beautiful
We had a great meal here in Columbus Day weekend!! Dirty martinis were perfection. Started with the artichoke Parmesan flat bread which was delish. We had the lamb ragú gnocchi. The gnocchi was light as air and perfection. The lamb was melt in your mouth! The capelini was rich, creamy and outstanding. A glass of wine while relaxing outside by the pool and fire pit was fun! The service was outstanding. It is the end of the season and it was fabulous!
One of the last real diners in this area. Amazing food and service. Chicken quesadilla with house Tzatziki (interesting combo) never disappoints. Fries are always great too. There's a lot to be said for a family run business like this and it satisfies Morning, Noon, and Night.
When the sun starts going down and you're surrounded by romantic candlelight, beautiful greenery, and eating wonderfully yummy food, nothing is better. We had a magical meal at Backyard Restaurant and will be back!
Had a nice dinner with friends and our waiter was awesome! Not much ambiance eating next to the pool with kids swimming but this place is really not a stand alone restaurants. It's in a hotel.
Restaurantji Recommends
Asked and booked to dine outdoor. We were directed to dine indoor instead because of risk of light rain within 45 min. But indoor dining has no charm at all at that place. All the point is to enjoy their nice outdoor , dining terrasse by the pool and garden. So I was a little bit upset when just 30 min later a group came in and the host organised a big table outdoor for them, what was supposedly not possible for us. Food was good, the NY steak good quality, tasty, cooked as asked, and their chimichury is a good one: They don't mix-up spicy and hot.
Kennys was a great find. Authentic Italian food with great service. Mario made us feel at home. We had a great experience. Cannot understand bad reviews. See you next year for dinner.
I genuinely enjoy visiting Backyard when we go to Montauk.It's a very relaxing vibe and a wonderful spot of al fresco dining. During the day, add the pool and some cocktails and it's a solid day well spent off the beach if you want to switch up your experience.
We LOVE having dinner in the backyard. Return every summer and refer others all the time. Would have been good to know that it had been relocated due to a private party that was extremely loud, and a lot of very young drinkers. Just made it hard to enjoy the company we had with us. However, the food did not disappoint and the hostess and wait staff were extremely accommodating. I have a feeling this was just a matter of planning it for the wrong night.
Listen up: Im absolutely baffled by the bad reviews here. This is a wonderful restaurant - great food, excellent wine, great place to hang out. Never disappoints. We dine here regularly, and my wife is particular about her food and even more particular about her wine. And for the person who complained they didn't get enough bread - just ask for more.