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Backyard Desert Ridge - BackYard - Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ

BackYard - Desert Ridge

3.9
3.9
53 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
A photo of BackYard - Desert Ridge restaurant

BackYard - Desert Ridge

3.9
$31 to $50
American
Desert Ridge

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
Now Open at Desert Ridge Marketplace!

Meet your friends at Backyard, where the game is always on! Park it in front of one of our massive TVs or challenge your friends to a game of your own in our open-air playground. Dog-friendly (dog park opening soon!) and fun-driven, Backyard is comfortably familiar, while keeping things exciting on a daily basis! So grab your furry (and non-furry) friends and swing on in for a good time.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 585-5900
  • Website
    http://backyarddesertridge.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Contact us for information on Backyard catering your next event, office party, birthday, wedding or tailgate!
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to plan your next event with us? Book Now: https://backyarddesertridge.com/private-events/Uzra VoPhone: 480-766-8266Email: Uzra@eegaz.comDiane CorieriPhone: 602-620-3131Email: dcorieri@gmail.com
  • Location
    Suite 14 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050
  • Neighborhood
    Desert Ridge
  • Cross street
    Desert Ridge Marketplace on N. Tatum Blvd, right off AZ-101 (Pima)
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Local bus transit stops conveniently right outside our door at the "Tatum Blvd & Rose Garden Ln" stop!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Years Eve Dinner & Toast

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Multiple times
    Price: $50 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Champagne toast included in price. Dust off your ruffled tuxedos and poofy dresses for a totally rad 1980s prom night! Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with a throwback evening featuring elevated dining, live music, and a champagne toast to cap off the night. Pre-set Menu Includes Choice of Below: Salad: Classic Caesar or Mini Wedge Entrée: Seared Salmon served with seasonal vegetables, couscous, and lemon butter sauce. Braised Short Rib accompanied by mashed potatoes and roasted baby carrots. Choice of Dessert: Indulge in a decadent Brookie or a creamy Crème Brûlée. Reservations are exclusively for this package and begin at 8:00 PM. A 48-hour cancellation policy applies.

Offers

  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    Every Saturday & Sunday at 10am-3pm, an unforgettable brunch experience kicks-off. Savor brunch favorites and refashioned classics alongside bottomless mimosas and curated craft cocktails like our house Bloody Mary, special Michelada and Sangrita. Our climate controlled environment features rolling garage doors on three sides for those beautiful, breezy Desert Ridge days and air conditioning for when the summer heats up.

  • Daily Happy Hour Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Escape the daily grind and join us for Happy Hour at Backyard! From 3 PM to 6 PM every weekday, enjoy irresistible drink specials and delectable bites in our relaxed atmosphere. The Backyard Nachos and the Desert Breeze Margarita are sure to hit the spot…or try the Bar Burger with a Domestic Draft. There are too many good options to choose from so be sure to come and visit us and let Backyard be your go-to destination for weekday happiness.

  • Game Day Specials

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Mon - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Sat - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    Football season is here, and Backyard is the spot to catch all the action! With massive screens, cold drinks, and an unbeatable atmosphere, we’re your go-to hangout for every game, every week. From pre-game hype to the final whistle, we’ve got everything you need for the ultimate football experience.

Menu

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What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Hot spot

  • Phoenix

    Kid-friendly

  • Phoenix

    Good for groups

  • Phoenix

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BackYard - Desert Ridge offers an exciting atmosphere with a "fun retro backyard feel" and is a "great spot to watch a game" with numerous TVs. While the service is often praised as "amazing," the noise level is high, making it less ideal for quiet dining. Enjoyable happy hour specials and a wide beer selection add to its appeal.

53 Reviews

  1. Nathan

    VIP

    Phoenix

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wait staff was excellent and that is where our positive remarks end. The food was fair at best. The burgers were small leaving us hungry. The frozen margarita as mixed wasn’t worth finishing. The backyard style chairs were not comfortable and made eating at the table difficult.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded 7 days ago
    Nathan, thank you for sharing your experience with us. While we're thrilled to hear that our wait staff provided excellent service, we're sorry to hear that other aspects of your experience fell short. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to take it to our kitchen team. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance to provide a better experience in the future!

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  2. Damian

    VIP

    Denver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Too loud and all the dogs made it feel like you were eating at a dog shelter. Food was fine but hard to enjoy.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on December 2, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We're sorry to hear that our atmosphere didn't meet your expectations. As a dog-friendly venue, we love welcoming furry friends but we understand it might not be for everyone. We hope you'll consider visiting again during a quieter time to enjoy the experience you're looking for!

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  3. Randy

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and really good service. Best place in Phoenix to watch a game !
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on November 11, 2024
    Randy, thanks for review! We hope you'll join us for another game soon!

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  4. Kevin

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Horrible, not that busy. Couldn’t get service after being seated.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on October 7, 2024
    Hi Kevin, we're sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Could you let us know the date and time of your visit? We'd like to look into this further to ensure it doesn't happen again. We would also like to invite you to return with a treat on us! Thank you for your feedback!

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  5. Ranelle

    VIP

    Phoenix

    128 reviews

    5.0

    128 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time dining. The noise from music and tv made conversation impossible. Do not go here if you want a quiet dinner. We enjoyed salmon, street tacos and lettuce wraps.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 27, 2024
    Ranelle, we're so glad you enjoyed the food at Backyard! We do want to remind our guests that we are a live music venue and stream football games with sound on, which can make the atmosphere more lively. If you're looking for a quieter dinning experience, we recommend visiting us earlier in the day! We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.

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  6. Dominique

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was on point, even with various guest visiting my table they were all taking care of promptly.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 16, 2024
    We’re so glad you had a great time at our venue! Come back soon!

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  7. Henry

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great ambience, lots a giant screen TVs. Food mediocre at best.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 11, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We want to make sure everyone has a great time. We take your feedback to heart and we will use it to make improvements.

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  8. Stephanie

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my first time at Backyard and I loved it. The atmosphere was so energetic. I thoroughly enjoyed the tasty bar food and drinks at very reasonable happy hour prices. Our server was exceptional and provided great service. I especially loved the games within the establishment that guests could play while eating and drinking. The backyard-style decor was great and added to my overall satisfaction of this neighborhood gem.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 6, 2024
    Hi Stephanie, We're thrilled you had a great experience at Backyard and look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  9. Jeff

    VIP

    Phoenix

    43 reviews

    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The music is ridiculously too loud. Actually the decibels are above the sound ordinance in phoenix. The food was a c.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 6, 2024
    Hi Jeff, thank you for your feedback. We understand the music can be loud at times, as we are a live music venue. However, we’ll take your input into consideration to ensure our guests have the best experience possible.

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  10. Melanie

    Phoenix

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great! Was very loud with the band AND a full building but it was the weekend and didn’t love that there were barking dogs at the table next to us (inside!!!) but still an enjoyable night.
    BackYard - Desert RidgeResponded on September 6, 2024
    Hi Melanie! We're glad you enjoyed the food. We understand the music can be loud at times, as we are a live music venue. However, we apologize for the barking. We hope to see you again soon for another great night!

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FAQs

BackYard - Desert Ridge is rated 3.9 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of BackYard - Desert Ridge restaurant

BackYard - Desert Ridge

3.9
$31 to $50
American
Desert Ridge

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for BackYard - Desert Ridge

Suite 14 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Desert Ridge Marketplace on N. Tatum Blvd, right off AZ-101 (Pima)
  • Neighborhood
    Desert Ridge
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Local bus transit stops conveniently right outside our door at the "Tatum Blvd & Rose Garden Ln" stop!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://backyarddesertridge.com/
  • Phone number
    (480) 585-5900
  • Catering
    Contact us for information on Backyard catering your next event, office party, birthday, wedding or tailgate!
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to plan your next event with us? Book Now: https://backyarddesertridge.com/private-events/Uzra VoPhone: 480-766-8266Email: Uzra@eegaz.comDiane CorieriPhone: 602-620-3131Email: dcorieri@gmail.com
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