If you’re looking for a good time, don’t come here. One of the staff took a chair out of my hands as I was carrying it, and the bartenders are rude. Instead of making me a water, they had me get it myself from one of the EMPTY jugs.
Service: 1
Ed Chen
Looking for a place with real atmosphere in College Station? The Backyard should be at the top of your list. Nestled in Northgate at 303 University Drive, this spot blends backyard chill with bar buzz—boasting the largest patio and biggest screen in the district, plus two outdoor bars, shaded picnic seating, string lights, and yard games that invite friendly competition.
On cooler nights or Thursday evenings, you’ll be drawn outside to watch live music—local favorites like Jared Shultz bring heat without the usual DJ playlist distractions. As night deepens, the indoor and upstairs areas crank up with DJ beats and dancing.
When hunger hits, Mighty Slice Pizza delivers big, affordable slices on-site, while drink pricing stays smart and flexible—perfect for groups or budget-minded Aggies. Whether you’re catching a game, chilling with your dog outside, or dancing under neon lights, The Backyard delivers versatility and energy.
Heads-up—ID checks can be strict, and it gets rowdy inside. But if your idea of a great night includes great people, games, live tunes, and an easygoing bar atmosphere, The Backyard is where fun sets in—and stays.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Olivia Cass
came here from out of town for my birthday! walked in and there was throw up just sitting on the bar. the bartenders completely ignored 5+ people who were eager to get drinks. mind you it was just us at the bar at this point it was early in the night. they were just talking amongst themselves. and we had to be like “hello can we get drinks??” they had absolutely no personality and were extremely rude. we had to tell them our 3 drink order multiple times and it was only 10pm! i don’t know if being rude is cute out here or something but not where im from!
Esmerelda Lopez
I ate from the truck. It was good until I threw up after I saw the man making food in black gloves, ostensibly to keep the food clean for the customers, using his cell phone and scratching his face. You know that phone is used in his bathroom. I am physically ill.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
L.L.
It's nice but Northgate was pretty laid back since I'm guessing it's summertime and everybody is gone but that gave us the opportunity to enjoy
The Papi Chulo
This place called me a beaner, charged me top shelf for a lemon drop, and spat on my face
Abigahi Benvenuto
The place seems fun. The reason i have 3 stars because we went to celebrate my daughter 21 birthday, and they had all the place reserved, after my daughter went 3 days before and made sure it was ok for the celebration. They said there were not celebrations on the weekend, so it would be fine. We had to leave with in an hour because they had an event. So that was inconvenient, but the manager Cassidy was very nice about it and tried to accommodate, so that was pleasant. The girl bartender was very nice about it and went their way over for us. We would still like to give it another try because everyone was very nice and it seems fun.
kayla jackson
Whoever the DJ is in Saturday night of March 29 sucks so bad he had absolutely no plan of genre and played music nobody was dancing or vibing with. Also only played like 20 seconds of each song and then immediately switched to the next song which yet again no body was dancing too. Been here before and have a lot of fun but this night was really bad, definitely worst DJ i’ve ever experienced, ruined my friend groups whole night.
Brie Granger
So I just moved here from Chicago, the male bartender upstairs cut me off stating I was to drunk and asked a bouncer to escort us out… I only had one drink at this point but I did work a long day and I do have a wondering eye aka lazy eye. So this man cut me off by discriminating against me. It truly broke my heart. The manager downstairs apologized and got my friend and I a drink but that doesn’t make up for someone being so disrespectful. How dare I have a disability and then be judged and prosecuted for it. That is disgraceful and disgusting.
Hailey Alexis
I have to dispute two charges because I paid 13.99 two times and I woke up to a charge for 16.99 and 15.99 that is NOT what I paid and signed for
Great place, plenty of Space, pleasant Bar Staff, big Screens 4 the Game 👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Knight
Hey I get in free with my I'd I'm 41 Go Aggies let party ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Clay Goldman
I came here over the ND-Texas A&M game weekend (Go Irish!). The Backyard has a great outdoor space where you can hangout, drink some beer, and watch some sports. They also have a couple food trucks onsite.
I will say, I do have some beef because many years ago despite Texas not being a 21+ state they thought that my 19 year-old ID was fake which is preposterous. I had a great time this time, but I don’t forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Rob McKenna
Contrary to what Nathan Russel says, this place actually doesn't suck balls. The environment is always lively and up kept. Some people just can't take responsibility for their own actions and it shows. I'll be back to hang out with the best bartenders and staff on Northgate sometime in the very near future!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Russell
This Place sucks balls. The bouncers were very disrespectful, And if you’re a guy or a group of guys looking for a night out or to meet some people better to Save the money and go to a better club on north gate you know one that will actually let you in. For your business.
If you’re looking for a good time, don’t come here. One of the staff took a chair out of my hands as I was carrying it, and the bartenders are rude. Instead of making me a water, they had me get it myself from one of the EMPTY jugs.
Service: 1
Looking for a place with real atmosphere in College Station? The Backyard should be at the top of your list. Nestled in Northgate at 303 University Drive, this spot blends backyard chill with bar buzz—boasting the largest patio and biggest screen in the district, plus two outdoor bars, shaded picnic seating, string lights, and yard games that invite friendly competition.
On cooler nights or Thursday evenings, you’ll be drawn outside to watch live music—local favorites like Jared Shultz bring heat without the usual DJ playlist distractions. As night deepens, the indoor and upstairs areas crank up with DJ beats and dancing.
When hunger hits, Mighty Slice Pizza delivers big, affordable slices on-site, while drink pricing stays smart and flexible—perfect for groups or budget-minded Aggies. Whether you’re catching a game, chilling with your dog outside, or dancing under neon lights, The Backyard delivers versatility and energy.
Heads-up—ID checks can be strict, and it gets rowdy inside. But if your idea of a great night includes great people, games, live tunes, and an easygoing bar atmosphere, The Backyard is where fun sets in—and stays.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
came here from out of town for my birthday! walked in and there was throw up just sitting on the bar. the bartenders completely ignored 5+ people who were eager to get drinks. mind you it was just us at the bar at this point it was early in the night. they were just talking amongst themselves. and we had to be like “hello can we get drinks??” they had absolutely no personality and were extremely rude. we had to tell them our 3 drink order multiple times and it was only 10pm! i don’t know if being rude is cute out here or something but not where im from!
I ate from the truck. It was good until I threw up after I saw the man making food in black gloves, ostensibly to keep the food clean for the customers, using his cell phone and scratching his face. You know that phone is used in his bathroom. I am physically ill.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
It's nice but Northgate was pretty laid back since I'm guessing it's summertime and everybody is gone but that gave us the opportunity to enjoy
This place called me a beaner, charged me top shelf for a lemon drop, and spat on my face
The place seems fun. The reason i have 3 stars because we went to celebrate my daughter 21 birthday, and they had all the place reserved, after my daughter went 3 days before and made sure it was ok for the celebration. They said there were not celebrations on the weekend, so it would be fine. We had to leave with in an hour because they had an event. So that was inconvenient, but the manager Cassidy was very nice about it and tried to accommodate, so that was pleasant. The girl bartender was very nice about it and went their way over for us. We would still like to give it another try because everyone was very nice and it seems fun.
Whoever the DJ is in Saturday night of March 29 sucks so bad he had absolutely no plan of genre and played music nobody was dancing or vibing with. Also only played like 20 seconds of each song and then immediately switched to the next song which yet again no body was dancing too. Been here before and have a lot of fun but this night was really bad, definitely worst DJ i’ve ever experienced, ruined my friend groups whole night.
So I just moved here from Chicago, the male bartender upstairs cut me off stating I was to drunk and asked a bouncer to escort us out… I only had one drink at this point but I did work a long day and I do have a wondering eye aka lazy eye. So this man cut me off by discriminating against me. It truly broke my heart. The manager downstairs apologized and got my friend and I a drink but that doesn’t make up for someone being so disrespectful. How dare I have a disability and then be judged and prosecuted for it. That is disgraceful and disgusting.
I have to dispute two charges because I paid 13.99 two times and I woke up to a charge for 16.99 and 15.99 that is NOT what I paid and signed for
Restaurantji Recommends
Great place, plenty of Space, pleasant Bar Staff, big Screens 4 the Game 👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hey I get in free with my I'd I'm 41 Go Aggies let party ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came here over the ND-Texas A&M game weekend (Go Irish!). The Backyard has a great outdoor space where you can hangout, drink some beer, and watch some sports. They also have a couple food trucks onsite.
I will say, I do have some beef because many years ago despite Texas not being a 21+ state they thought that my 19 year-old ID was fake which is preposterous. I had a great time this time, but I don’t forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Contrary to what Nathan Russel says, this place actually doesn't suck balls. The environment is always lively and up kept. Some people just can't take responsibility for their own actions and it shows. I'll be back to hang out with the best bartenders and staff on Northgate sometime in the very near future!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This Place sucks balls. The bouncers were very disrespectful, And if you’re a guy or a group of guys looking for a night out or to meet some people better to Save the money and go to a better club on north gate you know one that will actually let you in. For your business.
Service: 1
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