Backstage Bar & Grill

One of those places where everyone knows your name...except us. The place is small & when we walked in everyone quieted & eyes turned. 🤣 The bartender/server was great! She immediately greeted us, told us to sit wherever & then let us know about the specials. There is quite a selection of beer on draft & she was able to give us suggestions based on our questions...she knows her stuff! Food was very good. I got the cucumber watermelon salad. The sweet watermelon was balanced so we'll with the feta cheese & tangy balsamic reduction. Very refreshing, and filling, on a hot day. Hubs had the grilled tuna tacos. He said the pickled jalapenos had a punch! Tuna in every bite & grilled to perfection. Thanks for a great meal & service!

🌮 Taco Tuesay 🌮 What an excellent gem in downtown Schenectady! I am blown away, truly. We ordered all of the specials and everything was excellent. We opted out of the soup due to heat advisory, Though a barstool neighbor reported it was delicious. Emily was welcoming and pleasurable with A + service. Taco Tuesday Jackpot 🌮 Make sure you get here before 5 because it fills up quick. Don't forget to buy a round for the kitchen! For everything, less then 50$!

Serious Surprise!! Small little pub serving up seriously good, creative, well seasoned food. Seasonal changes on the menu, as well as daily specials. Service can be slow when the bartender is also covering all the tables. Bar selection is excellent, fernet, green chartreuse, Campari, etc. wide selection to make all your favorite & obscure cocktails. And a great selection of beer, not just your boring American big labels. Absolutely worth checking out.