Husband and I stopped here shortly after getting into Stowe. Really good beer selection and food was excellent. Bartenders were polite and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DAVID COMSTOCK
Absolutely amazing, if I could give more stars I would. I've traveled and mushroom and Swiss burger was easily top 5 ever.The apps I got was large stuffed tots with peppers and whatever the sauce was fantastic. Perfect balance of happy and healthy food. Would absolutely recommend and will be back soon. Great job
Lejna is a wonderful ambassador of this tremendous establishment. Arrived alone and left having friends. Love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grant Smith
Very friendly staff! Food was reasonably priced. Good drinks and good vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips
Andrew Jocham
Great spot for food and drinks. Had beers and got some food and apps. Duck wontons and carne asada tacos are what I got I think.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Asada Tacos
krystyne carpenter
Friendly fast service…nachos were delicious.
The Hans
We went for lunch, we wanted something small, so we got buffalo chicken tater tots, fried Brussels, and carne asada tacos. They were mad good, the waitress was checking in on us time to time, she was awesome! The atmosphere gives like those middle of no where awesome karaoke bar vibes like in that movie with Katherine Heigl in 28 dresses with James Marsden. I love it, it's the vibez.vibe.We spent around $50 not including tip. The food was a lot for 2 people who weren't hungry. Also they're literally in the backyard.
Admittedly it was winter break for New England schools so the bar was a lot busier than usual and they had one bartender down. Even so, they did their best and were super friendly, so delays and so on were understandable. So - good selection of draft beers and cans, full bar, and the food was on point. Kid friendly, and the place cleared out by 830, so if you don't want to wait, that would be your time. Overall, worth going to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Totchos, Duck Wontons
Patrick Lusk
This place is exceedingly well run and has some serious cooking chops in the kitchen. Elevated bar food at its best - highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christian Kousidis
Tldr: Slow service and under-seasoned foodI really wanted to like it, but I found Backyard mediocre for the 40 minutes we waited to get in on a Saturday night (the wait was not the problem. I expect a decent wait during ski season).The AtmosphereI'll start with the good and shout out the vibe! Nice music and well furnished interior. +1 star for great atmosphere.The ServiceI try not to be too harsh on service in a review because you never know when a place is having an off night, but speaking to my experience, the service was slow and didn't improve as the restaurant started to empty out later in the night. Everyone was kind and the hostess was attentive, but it was fairly difficult to flag down the wait staff and our waters were only refilled once during our meal. This isn't a major complaint, but it's something that I care about in a dining experience. I just spent two days on the slopes, I'm thirsty, and I'm not the only one.The FoodI had the buffalo chicken tots and tried two of the burgers (I forget which two). The tots were decent. Really nice crispy chicken on top but the tots themselves kind of just steamed on the plate beneath and fell apart to mush. Not much flavor on the plate once the chicken got picked off. I think this would've been a pretty nice appetizer plate if they'd given us a side of blue cheese or ranch or ketchup to dip the tots in.The burgers were my big disappointment of the night. They label them as smash burgers and will tell you this if you try to order yours cooked medium, but the patties were too thick and we found that they were cooked inconsistently across my table. Mine had a bit of pink in the middle (which I like), while my friend's was grey throughout and leathery. A true thin smash burger patty would've been better in either case.My biggest problem with Backyard's burgers is that they didn't salt them. You HAVE to salt a burger patty or the meat is going to taste like nothing. This was a huge letdown from a restaurant that prides itself on its burgers and looking at some of the other critical reviews here I don't think this was a one-off occurrence. Some of the burgers like the mushroom Swiss on paper have great ingredient combos, but they fail to stick the landing because Backyard doesn't season their food.More of a subjective gripe, but your burger by default will come with house potato chips. They're not bad chips once you salt them yourself, but Backyard doesn't offer french fries. Your alternatives are sweet potato fries (not my jam, personally), tater tots that weren't great, or a salad. Every side substitution costs extra and it should be obvious that the majority of people won't prefer chips as a side. From the multiple that I tried, my favorite side substitution is a Caesar salad that costs an extra $5. I know I probably seen like I'm in negative reviewer mode at this point but paying an extra $5 for a decent side after paying the $16 base menu cost for a mediocre burger didn't sit well with me. Chances are you're not overly concerned with dollar value when you're already spending hundreds on a ski weekend in the area, but this was just another aspect of the dining experience that I found myself disappointed by.I only visited for a weekend so I can't comment on how Backyard stacks up with other restaurants in the area, but I can't recommend it. My whole party of 7 agreed that you'd get a better burger from shake shack, five guys, or tasty burger. I'd even prefer one from McDonald's or Wendy's.
The chicken sandwich was really good. Came back the next day and ordered the same thing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Andrew
It took a little longer than usual for our server to take food orders, but it was accidental, and they were very apologetic. Despite this, food came out quickly and our server was great ensuring we enjoyed ourselves. Get their specialty tots or a smash burger and you'll have no regrets. Would definitely come back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Patrick Nadeau
Awesome local joint. Staff was friendly, food was phenomenal. No complaints at all. Chicken tacos were excellent and juicy, street corn was a great addition. The "local burger" was top notch. The apple bacon jam was seriously something else. Huge kudos to the kitchen staff, amazing. Again, great place with helpful and friendly staff! Check em out
Was recommended to go here by a friend. I'm very happy that we followed their suggestion. The burgers and tater kegs are amazing. Staff is courteous and friendly. Well worth the 1 hour drive we made to get there.
I would highly reccomend Backyard to anyone in Stowe. Food. Drinks and service were all amazing. The burgers are amazing and so fresh. Definitely going to make it an annual visit.
Husband and I stopped here shortly after getting into Stowe. Really good beer selection and food was excellent. Bartenders were polite and attentive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing, if I could give more stars I would. I've traveled and mushroom and Swiss burger was easily top 5 ever.The apps I got was large stuffed tots with peppers and whatever the sauce was fantastic. Perfect balance of happy and healthy food. Would absolutely recommend and will be back soon. Great job
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Tots, Whiskey BBQ Bacon Burger
Lejna is a wonderful ambassador of this tremendous establishment. Arrived alone and left having friends. Love this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very friendly staff! Food was reasonably priced. Good drinks and good vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips
Great spot for food and drinks. Had beers and got some food and apps. Duck wontons and carne asada tacos are what I got I think.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Asada Tacos
Friendly fast service…nachos were delicious.
We went for lunch, we wanted something small, so we got buffalo chicken tater tots, fried Brussels, and carne asada tacos. They were mad good, the waitress was checking in on us time to time, she was awesome! The atmosphere gives like those middle of no where awesome karaoke bar vibes like in that movie with Katherine Heigl in 28 dresses with James Marsden. I love it, it's the vibez.vibe.We spent around $50 not including tip. The food was a lot for 2 people who weren't hungry. Also they're literally in the backyard.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Buffalo Chicken Tots, Carne Asada Tacos, Flash Fried Brussels
Admittedly it was winter break for New England schools so the bar was a lot busier than usual and they had one bartender down. Even so, they did their best and were super friendly, so delays and so on were understandable. So - good selection of draft beers and cans, full bar, and the food was on point. Kid friendly, and the place cleared out by 830, so if you don't want to wait, that would be your time. Overall, worth going to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Totchos, Duck Wontons
This place is exceedingly well run and has some serious cooking chops in the kitchen. Elevated bar food at its best - highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tldr: Slow service and under-seasoned foodI really wanted to like it, but I found Backyard mediocre for the 40 minutes we waited to get in on a Saturday night (the wait was not the problem. I expect a decent wait during ski season).The AtmosphereI'll start with the good and shout out the vibe! Nice music and well furnished interior. +1 star for great atmosphere.The ServiceI try not to be too harsh on service in a review because you never know when a place is having an off night, but speaking to my experience, the service was slow and didn't improve as the restaurant started to empty out later in the night. Everyone was kind and the hostess was attentive, but it was fairly difficult to flag down the wait staff and our waters were only refilled once during our meal. This isn't a major complaint, but it's something that I care about in a dining experience. I just spent two days on the slopes, I'm thirsty, and I'm not the only one.The FoodI had the buffalo chicken tots and tried two of the burgers (I forget which two). The tots were decent. Really nice crispy chicken on top but the tots themselves kind of just steamed on the plate beneath and fell apart to mush. Not much flavor on the plate once the chicken got picked off. I think this would've been a pretty nice appetizer plate if they'd given us a side of blue cheese or ranch or ketchup to dip the tots in.The burgers were my big disappointment of the night. They label them as smash burgers and will tell you this if you try to order yours cooked medium, but the patties were too thick and we found that they were cooked inconsistently across my table. Mine had a bit of pink in the middle (which I like), while my friend's was grey throughout and leathery. A true thin smash burger patty would've been better in either case.My biggest problem with Backyard's burgers is that they didn't salt them. You HAVE to salt a burger patty or the meat is going to taste like nothing. This was a huge letdown from a restaurant that prides itself on its burgers and looking at some of the other critical reviews here I don't think this was a one-off occurrence. Some of the burgers like the mushroom Swiss on paper have great ingredient combos, but they fail to stick the landing because Backyard doesn't season their food.More of a subjective gripe, but your burger by default will come with house potato chips. They're not bad chips once you salt them yourself, but Backyard doesn't offer french fries. Your alternatives are sweet potato fries (not my jam, personally), tater tots that weren't great, or a salad. Every side substitution costs extra and it should be obvious that the majority of people won't prefer chips as a side. From the multiple that I tried, my favorite side substitution is a Caesar salad that costs an extra $5. I know I probably seen like I'm in negative reviewer mode at this point but paying an extra $5 for a decent side after paying the $16 base menu cost for a mediocre burger didn't sit well with me. Chances are you're not overly concerned with dollar value when you're already spending hundreds on a ski weekend in the area, but this was just another aspect of the dining experience that I found myself disappointed by.I only visited for a weekend so I can't comment on how Backyard stacks up with other restaurants in the area, but I can't recommend it. My whole party of 7 agreed that you'd get a better burger from shake shack, five guys, or tasty burger. I'd even prefer one from McDonald's or Wendy's.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad
Restaurantji Recommends
The chicken sandwich was really good. Came back the next day and ordered the same thing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
It took a little longer than usual for our server to take food orders, but it was accidental, and they were very apologetic. Despite this, food came out quickly and our server was great ensuring we enjoyed ourselves. Get their specialty tots or a smash burger and you'll have no regrets. Would definitely come back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Awesome local joint. Staff was friendly, food was phenomenal. No complaints at all. Chicken tacos were excellent and juicy, street corn was a great addition. The "local burger" was top notch. The apple bacon jam was seriously something else. Huge kudos to the kitchen staff, amazing. Again, great place with helpful and friendly staff! Check em out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet Potato Fries, Chicken Tacos, Smash Burger
Was recommended to go here by a friend. I'm very happy that we followed their suggestion. The burgers and tater kegs are amazing. Staff is courteous and friendly. Well worth the 1 hour drive we made to get there.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smash Burger, Carne Asada Tacos
I would highly reccomend Backyard to anyone in Stowe. Food. Drinks and service were all amazing. The burgers are amazing and so fresh. Definitely going to make it an annual visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Totchos, Smash Burger, Duck Wontons, Carne Asada Tacos