Backyard Bistro

First time here. Overall, the food was good. The fried Haddock was kind of cold. The steak was ok ,but too much fat. That's why 4 stars.

$30–50

$20–30

Fantastic spot for pregaming Canes or just coming to watch any sports game on TV. Plenty of TVs to watch anything you need. Brisket was everything our server promised it would be. DON'T get the fish tacos (over fried and SALTYYYY). But everything else was good. Big thanks to Sadie(?) For helping pick a great beer and helping us kill time while we waited for a table.

Food was subpar. Definitely not a $70 lunch meal for two ppl. Buffalo Cauliflower was from frozen cauliflower and breading was mushy. Cheese fries had one slice of cheese melted over a plate of fries with a few sprinkles of rock hard bacon on it. Grits were more like glue with no butter offered. Brisket was 7/10rating. Best part of meal was a toasted hoagie bun we asked for. Chicken tenders 3/10 rating. This restaurant has definitely gone down hill since our last visit.

They were super super busy because of hockey so the service was decent considering. I like the tvs. The food was just mediocre. Cooked the way it was intended...not bad- but nothing to brag on. Beef Jumble was Chile on Pasta. No cheese, no onions or peppers as described. Tomato sauce,beef and pasta. Everyone else at the table had the chicken sandwich. Again, decent, chips were old and some were stale and really hard. They were busy..I get it. Just nothing to brag on. We came, we ate, we went to the game. I go out once a week. That was it. I was bummed.

$10–20

$20–30

Came in to check out this place Thursday January 11th for the Raleigh fishing expo just down the street. On that night I ordered the Masters sampler platter. The food came quickly but my brisket was 80% fat with no meat! I was very disappointed because that's my favorite food from a smoke house type restaurant, especially seeing the pile of wood out back. Now let's fast to Saturday night for round 2! I was still upset about my brisket I said I'll just order a burger and keep it simple! Well I get my plate and the bread is ice cold as if the cook knew me and hated me lol. I can't believe that was 2 strikes just that quick. I was happy with the portion size for the price but that cold burger did men in..The layout is cool inside and out looks like a great place to watch football, basketball, and let's not forget the hockey games..Good luck to the hometown team this season!

Very nice, spacious and sports atmosphere, very friendly and attentive staff, we ordered Nachos, wow amazing delicious pulled pork and brisket nachos. Stephanie was super nice and helpful with the menu. Great hidden gem for sure!

Great place to have a bite before the hockey game. Food is reasonably priced and the taste was decent enough to return. Not spectacular, but definitely better than the competition. One note that bothered me is that they charge paying customers the same rate to park for events as non-patrons. To me, I should not have to pay the entire parking fee if I am patronizing the establishment. However, the parking rate is significantly better than at PNC, plus you can come in and have a few beers before puck drop. So, if you’re looking for a place to relax before a game, check this place out. Get there early so you don’t wait, enjoy friendly and fast service, and decent enough food.

Always a fun place to go before going to a Carolina hurricanes game. When there is no game in town, it’s still a great place because their food is amazing from their nachos to their brisket and their wings and their great beer selection you won’t be disappointed! It’s a must place to stop by, for any occasion! The service is awesome especially if you’re being taken care of by Jessie or Sadie behind the bar!