Backyard Grill & Bar — The Best Family Restaurant in Loves Park and Northern Illinois

Burgers, Steaks, Wings, Seafood & Classic American Favorites

We are conveniently located at 6473 North Second Street Loves Park, IL 61111

Backyard Grill and Bar

“When You Have An Appetite For Fun!”

Backyard Grill & Bar is a great place to take the entire family out for a delicious and affordable meal. We offer a wide variety of choices from salads, seafood, burgers, to USDA choice beef steaks and a fun kids menu.

Experience delicious American cuisine at Backyard Grill & Bar in Loves Park. Enjoy hand-patted burgers, hickory-grilled ribs, and a welcoming atmosphere for the whole family.

A Fish Dinner Worth Coming Back For and our Juicy Burgers Made Fresh to Order

Our fish dinners are prepared fresh and cooked to order, offering a crispy, flavorful bite that keeps guests coming back. Served with classic sides, it’s a comforting favorite for both lunch and dinner.

Our burgers are hand-patted and grilled fresh, delivering juicy flavor in every bite. Paired with classic sides, it’s a satisfying, no-shortcuts meal made the way a great burger should be.

Fresh fish dinner served with classic sides at Backyard Grill in Loves Park Illinois — **From the deep blue to the grill – what’s on your plate tonight?**

Hand patted hamburger dinner with sides at Backyard Grill in Loves Park Illinois — **From the deep blue to the grill – what’s on your plate tonight?**

Daily Dinner and Drink Specials

Monday – USDA Choice 16oz. T-Bone $22
Tuesday – 10oz. New York Strip, Sauteed Mushrooms, Onions and Swiss Cheese. $20
Wednesday – 6oz.Filet Mignon. $20
Thursday – 10z. NY Strip 3 Deep Fried Fantail Shrimp. $20
Friday – Deep Fried Cod Fish Fry With Fries & Coleslaw. $17
Saturday – 12oz. Grilled Prime Rib. $22
Sunday – All You Can Eat Ribs With Signature BBQ Sauce. $27

Monday – 16oz. Miller Lite & Busch Light Drafts. $2
Tuesday – Margaritas, Frozen Or On The Rocks. $5
Wednesday – Long Island Iced Teas. $5
Thursday – Import Bottles. $3
Friday – 25oz. Miller Lite & Busch Lite Drafts. $4
Saturday – Moscow Mules. $5
Sunday – Bloody Marys and Screwdrivers. $5

Reviews

Great Place To Eat.

This was my first time here and certainly not my last. Not only was the food perfect, the service was outstanding as well. If you’ve read any of my reviews before, you’ll know I tell the honest truth. This place had the most kind wait staff. The schmitty style wings were out of this world.

Ariel B.

Food Was Great

Food was hot and exactly what we ordered. And the server we had was probably the most knowledgeable person we’ve come across in Loves Park. He knew the menu inside and out and all the options that came with. I wish I knew his name. Highly recommend.

Ed W.

Favorite Place

One of our favorite go-to’s. Flavorful, delicious and always satisfying!

Judy B

Great Food and Service

Great food, great service. Really happy!

Allison

Won’t Leave Hungry

Food is great and you dont leave the table hungry. The service was excellent, there fish dinner is delicious. Its geart place to eat. They have a menu for everyone. Parking: Parking is right out side the door. Wheelchair accessibility: IT IS WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBL WITH NO CURBS .

Lucca bellatin

Good Lunch

We had a late lunch yesterday. The food was excellent. I would come here again.

Dawn F

Friendly Service

Always have friendly service and terrific food!

Teresa H

Nice Decor

A very Cute Decor, Food is very reasonable and Good.
Service was great!

Dee K

Our Signature Wings Voted Best in Rockford and Loves Park Illinois for 2025

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. Crispy, satisfying, and full of taste, they’ve become a local favorite that guests come back for again and again.

BYG’S signature wings and “Schmidty wings”

Great Drinks, Friendly Faces, and a Relaxed Atmosphere

Our bar is a great place to unwind, enjoy a drink, and spend time with friends in a relaxed, friendly environment. From casual evenings to weekend get-togethers, it’s all about good service, comfortable surroundings, and enjoying the moment.