Backyard Grill & Bar Menu

🍽️ Daily Specials

Daily specials are served with two sides, soup or salad, and our Backyard bread.

MONDAY
USDA Choice 16oz. T-Bone ($24)
16oz. Miller Lite & Busch Light Drafts ($2.25)

TUESDAY
10oz. NY Strip smothered with sautéed mushrooms & Swiss cheese ($22)
Margaritas ($5)

WEDNESDAY
6oz. USDA Choice Filet Mignon ($22)
Backyard Wings ($1)
Jack Daniels, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Jim Beam, Long Island Iced Tea and Tito’s Mixers ($5)

THURSDAY
10oz. NY Strip with 3 Deep Fried Fantail Shrimp ($22)
Import Bottles ($3)

FRIDAY
All You Can Eat Deep Fried Cod Fish Fry, served with fries & coleslaw or baked cod
25oz. Miller Lite & Busch Light ($4.50)

SATURDAY
Grilled to perfection 12oz.
Grilled Prime Rib ($24)
Moscow Mules ($5)

SUNDAY
All You Can Eat BBQ Ribs ($27)
Bloody Marys & Screwdrivers ($5)
Backyard Wings ($1)
25oz. Miller Lite & Busch Light ($4.50)

🍽️ Yard Starters

Our signature wings are cooked fresh and packed with bold flavor, earning the 2025 Rocks Choice Award for best wings in Rockford and Loves Park, Illinois.

BACKYARD CHICKEN WINGS
Served with celery sticks and ranch or bleu cheese. Plain, Smoky Chipotle, BBQ Buffalo, Smithy, Honey Jamaican, or Garlic Parmesan.
½ dozen ($11) dozen ($17)

“BUILD YOUR OWN” PARTY PLATTER ($18)
Choose 4 of the following: 3 chicken tenders, 3 potato skins, Backyard fries, onion rings, BBQ ribs, mushrooms or 4 buffalo chicken wings.

POTATO SKINS ($12.50)
Six golden brown potato skins loaded with cheddar cheese and crispy bacon with sour cream on the side.

BACKYARD ONION RINGS ($12)
Served with ranch dressing.

NACHOS GRANDE ($13.50)
A platter of fresh corn tortilla chips topped with your choice of protein, lettuce, tomato, jalapeños, queso sauce, sour cream and guacamole.
Pulled Pork ($15) Chicken ($14) Brisket ($15)

BEER BATTERED MUSHROOMS ($12)
Served with ranch dressing.

BACKYARD FRIES ($11.50) HALF ORDER ($10)
Home Style or Steak Fries with our signature Backyard seasoning topped with bacon and creamy cheddar cheese sauce.
Add chili ($5) Add sour cream ($0.75) Add onions ($0.50) Add jalapeños ($0.75)

BACKYARD SPINACH DIP ($13.50)
Fresh spinach mixed in creamy Alfredo and Parmesan cheese. Topped with diced tomatoes. Served with fresh garlic bread and tortilla chips.

CHEESE CURDS ($12)
Golden fried white cheddar cheese nuggets served with ranch dressing and marinara sauce.

FRIED CHEESE STICKS ($11)
Five fried cheese sticks served with ranch dressing and marinara sauce.

COW CHIPS ($9)
Thinly sliced fried potatoes. Served with ranch dressing.

FRIED PICKLE CHIPS ($8)
Served with ranch dressing.

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🍽️ Specialties

Served with your choice of one side.

PORK RIBEYE SANDWICH ($15)
An 8 ounce slice of juicy pork ribeye served on a hoagie bun with barbecue sauce and topped with coleslaw.

FRENCH DIP ($15)
6oz of thinly sliced roast beef piled high with Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and au jus.

BBQ PULLED PORK SANDWICH ($15)
Slow roasted shredded pork loin served on a grilled Brioche bun.

BACKYARD CUBAN SANDWICH ($15)
Shredded pulled pork, ham, pickles, Swiss cheese, mustard and mayo served on our Cuban flatbread.

NEW YORK STYLE REUBEN ($15)
Lean corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island dressing, served on grilled marble rye bread.

PRIME RIB SANDWICH ($17.50)
8oz slice of our tender prime rib, served on a hoagie bun with au jus.

CHICKEN TENDERS ($14.50)
4 crispy chicken tenders with choice of dipping sauce.

BBQ RIB BASKET ($17)
A tasty portion of our signature ribs.

BUILD YOUR OWN BASKET
Your choice of ribs, Chicken Strips, Fried Shrimp or Fried Cod (pick 2)

GARDEN FLAT PIZZA ($14)
Our own thin tortilla crust pizza, spinach dip, mushrooms, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.

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🍔 Burgers

7oz. of U.S.D.A. choice ground beef, grilled over hickory wood and served on a fresh Brioche bun with lettuce, tomato and onion. All burgers served with one side of your choice.
Make any burger a double for ($6) (excludes Holy Schmidt). Double Burger (2)
Gluten free bun option (+$1)

BEST IN SHOW BURGER ($16)
7oz. burger topped with buffalo cheddar cheese, coleslaw, lettuce, and an onion ring.

BACKYARD BURGER ($16)
A house classic with tangy BBQ sauce, crisp bacon, and American cheese topped with grilled onion rings.

HAMBURGER ($13)
A classic American burger.

CHEESEBURGER ($14)
Cheese melt Swiss, American, pepper jack, mozzarella or cheddar cheese.

BACON CHEESEBURGER ($15)
Melted Swiss and crisp bacon.

CAJUN BURGER ($15)
Our Cajun spices are grilled into this burger and topped with pepper jack cheese.

BACKYARD MELT ($15)
Served on marble rye bread with grilled onions and American cheese.

MUSHROOM & SWISS BURGER ($15)
Fresh sautéed mushrooms covered with melted Swiss cheese.

BIG TEX BURGER ($16)
A half-pound burger served with roast beef, our tangy BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese and an onion ring.

GARDEN BURGER ($12)
A delicious vegetarian option served with lettuce, tomato and onion.

FRISCO BURGER ($16)
Grilled sourdough bread, American and Swiss cheese, bacon, sautéed onions, tomatoes and 1000 Island dressing.

PB&J BURGER ($15)
Dinner and dessert all in one. A burger, creamy peanut butter, grape jelly and two strips of bacon.

HOLY SCHMIDT ($22)
A 14oz. burger with Swiss cheese, double bacon and BIG BBQ sauce. Make it a double (+$6)

BREAKFAST BURGER ($16)
Topped with fried egg, American cheese and bacon.

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🥪 Chicken Sandwiches

All chicken sandwiches are made with grilled boneless chicken breasts topped with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with one side of your choice. Gluten-free bun option available (+$3).

PLAIN ($14.50)
A great low-calorie item.

BUFFALO ($15.50)
Dipped in our wing sauce.

FRISCO ($16.50)
Grilled sourdough bread, American & Swiss cheese, bacon, sautéed onions, tomatoes, and 1000 Island dressing.

SCHMIDTY ($15.50)
Smothered in our wing sauce then grilled with our Cajun spice.

HICKORY ($16.50)
American cheese, bacon & BBQ sauce.

CAJUN ($16.50)
Grilled with our Cajun spice and topped with melted pepperjack cheese.

SMOTHERED ($16.50)
Sauté grilled chicken breast topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions and melted Swiss cheese.

ROASTED CHICKEN CLUB ($16.50)
Grilled chicken breast, ham, bacon, Swiss and American cheese, sliced tomato, shredded lettuce, and 1000 Island dressing on garlic Ciabatta bread.

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🥪 Deli Clubs & Wraps

Served with your choice of one side. Excludes Lunch Club.

LUNCH CLUB ($13)
Any club sandwich with your choice of cup of soup or house salad.

TURKEY CLUB ($13)
Sliced turkey breast, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes served between three slices of Texas toast.

BACKYARD CLUB ($14)
Roast beef, turkey, and ham served on Ciabatta bread with American and Swiss cheeses, bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.

BLT CLUB ($12)
Classic bacon, lettuce and tomato.

PHILLY STEAK WRAP ($15.50)
Grilled roast beef rolled in a flour tortilla with sautéed mushrooms and onions with melted Swiss cheese. Served with a side of au jus.

CRISPY CHICKEN WRAP ($15.50)
Crispy chicken, cheddar cheese, lettuce and diced tomatoes wrapped in a flour tortilla. Choice of Buffalo or Honey Jamaican.

CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP ($15.50)
Grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese and croutons rolled in a flour tortilla.

GRILLED CHICKEN BACON RANCH WRAP ($15.50)
Grilled chicken, bacon, ranch, cheddar cheese, guacamole, lettuce and tomato rolled in a flour tortilla.

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🥗 Garden

Dressings available: Ranch, French, Thousand Island, Honey Mustard, Blue Cheese, Italian, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Raspberry Vinaigrette.

SMALL HOUSE ($6) CAESAR SALAD ($6) OR CUP OF SOUP ($6)

BACKYARD SALAD ($16.50)
Fresh salad mix topped with shredded cheddar cheese, hard-cooked egg, cucumbers, crispy tomatoes and choice of dressing. Grilled chicken breast or fried chicken tenders.

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD ($16.50)
Chopped romaine lettuce, tossed with creamy Caesar dressing, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. (Blackened or Backyard seasoned) Plain Caesar ($12)

SEAFOOD CAESAR SALAD ($24)
Chopped romaine lettuce, served with creamy Caesar dressing, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Salmon or 7 Grilled Shrimp (Blackened or Backyard seasoned)

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD ($16.50)
Grilled spicy chicken breast on a bed of fresh greens with diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, tortilla chips, cheddar cheese and mexi-ranch dressing.

CHEF SALAD ($16.50)
Fresh mix of lettuce layered with shredded turkey, ham and slices of Swiss and American cheese. With a hard-cooked egg, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Choice of dressing.

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🍝 Pastas

All pastas are served with a bread stick. Ask your server about gluten-free pasta options ($3).

Mac & Cheese ($20)
Creamy three-cheese blend served over cavatappi pasta. Add grilled chicken, Cajun chicken, steak, shrimp, or tenders for $6 each.

Loves Park Pasta ($20)
Eight-ounce grilled chopped steak over cavatappi pasta with our signature cheeseburger sauce, grilled onions, tomatoes, and crispy bacon, topped with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

Desert Fire Pasta ($16)
Jalapeño-infused Alfredo sauce lightly seasoned with Cajun spice, roasted tomatoes, and mushrooms over cavatappi pasta. Add grilled chicken, Cajun chicken, steak, shrimp, or Andouille sausage for $6 each.

Veggie Pasta Alfredo ($16)
Classic Alfredo sauce served with steamed vegetables over cavatappi pasta. Add grilled chicken, Cajun chicken, steak, shrimp, or tenders for $6 each.

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🥩 Butcher Shop

We proudly serve only fresh U.S.D.A. choice beef grilled over hickory wood. All Backyard combos, Butcher Shop combos, Fish Pond and Henhouse selections include soup or house salad, choice of two sides. Served with our signature bread and dessert.

🔥 Steaks & Burgers Grilled Your Way

Not responsible for well-done items.

• Rare: Cool red center
• Medium Rare: Warm red center
• Medium: Warm pink center
• Medium Well: Warm, slight pink center
• Well: Thoroughly cooked

CHOPPED STEAK ($21)
7oz. steak patty topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions.

T-BONE ($26)
16oz. T-Bone.

NY STRIP STEAK ($25)
10oz. NY Strip.

FILET MIGNON ($30)
8oz. tender, fresh cut, bacon wrapped filet.

RIBEYE STEAK ($32)
14oz. ribeye for the big appetite.

DOUBLE PORK CHOP ($24)
2 6oz. center cut boneless pork chops grilled over our backyard hickory wood fire.

RACK OF BBQ RIBS ($27)
Slow cooked and tender pork ribs.

1/2 RACK OF BBQ RIBS ($24)
One-half of our signature rack of ribs.

COMBO MEAL (CHOOSE TWO) ($40)
Served with 2 sides, 1 cup of soup or house salad, signature bread and 1 dessert to share.

100z. NEW YORK STRIP
8oz. PRIME RIB
8oz. CHOPPED STEAK
1/2 RACK OF RIBS
6oz. CENTER-CUT PORK CHOP
6oz. GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST
4 CHICKEN TENDERS
3 FRIED COD FILETS
GRILLED SALMON FILET
5 FANTAIL SHRIMP
4 GRILLED SHRIMP

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🍗 Henhouse

All chicken dinners are served with two sides of your choice, soup or salad, and our Backyard signature bread.

SMOTHERED ($23)
Covered with sautéed mushrooms, onions and melted Swiss cheese.

BACKYARD STYLE ($23)
Grilled with our Backyard seasoning.

LOUISIANA STYLE ($23)
Seasoned with our spicy Cajun blend.

NASHVILLE STYLE ($23)
Grilled with our tangy BBQ sauce.

BUFFALO STYLE ($23)
Grilled with our spicy wing sauce.

SCHMIDTY STYLE ($23)
Smothered in our wing sauce then grilled with our Cajun spice.

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🐟 Fish Pond

All fish dinners are served with two sides of your choice, soup or salad, and our Backyard signature bread.

GRILLED SALMON ($26)
A king-size salmon filet grilled with Backyard or Cajun seasoning.

GRILLED RED SNAPPER ($25)
Filet seasoned with our Backyard, Cajun or lemon pepper seasoning.

DEEP FRIED COD PLATTER ($21)
4 beer battered cod filets served with your choice of sides.

SHRIMP PLATTER ($20)
Seven deep fried Fantail shrimp served with cocktail sauce.

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🍽️ On the Side

STEAK FRIES (FAT) ($4)

HOMESTYLE FRIES (SKINNY) ($4)

BAKED POTATO ($4)

ONION RINGS ($4)

SWEET POTATO FRIES ($6)

MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY ($4)

WILD RICE ($4)

STEAMED VEGGIES ($4)

BAKED BEANS ($4)

COTTAGE CHEESE ($4)

COLESLAW ($4)

APPLESAUCE ($4)

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🥤 Thirst Quenchers

*Free refills

Soda ($3.50)*
Lemonade ($3.50)*
Strawberry Lemonade ($3.50)*
Iced Tea ($3.50)* — Fresh brewed or raspberry.
Coffee ($2.50)* — Regular or decaf.
Milk or Chocolate Milk ($3.00)
Hot Chocolate ($3.00)
Premium Bottled Root Beer ($4.00)

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