Backstage Bar & Grill
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Message from the Business
The Backstage Bar & Grill is a legendary place that's been around for over 70 years.
Located across the street from Sony Studios, the Backstage has always been a studio hangout, but now it's also a favorite spot for birthday & private parties. And, The Backstage has the cheapest drinks and Best Bar Food in town.
Karaoke is great here, even if youre not a fan. It's L.A.s top-rated karaoke. Every Thur, Fri & Sat.
The Backstage is the top spot on the Westside for Sports. All the games in HD on 10 plasmas.
Our food has been named the Best Bar Food In Los Angeles. The only bar kitchen in history without a freezer or microwave.
The Backstage is an old school place. Dim lighting, cozy firepit & friendly staff.
Drink at the bar that the Munchkins called home (really).
Visit our website: www.BackstageCulverCity.com
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Top Sentiments among Backstage Bar & Grill Reviewers
Best drinks
Good burgers
Good n cheese
Best birthday party
Amazing garlic fries
Recommend macaroni
Great skirt steak salad
Amazing cheeseburgers
Amazing sandwiches
Customer Reviews (129 reviews)
Bombi
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2009The Backstage is, hands down, my favorite bar in LA. Don't be fooled by the exterior. It looks a little forbidding at first. But when you walk in, its like entering an alternative world where everything is right. The... (more)
Michaelmotorcycle
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2009I've been going to the Backstage for the Sunday games the past couple of weeks. Its been great. I start the morning with a Bloody, which is quite tasty, horse radish and all. Usually, by then I'm feeling alive and switch... (more)
JDogLA
on Citysearch Oct 12, 2009Just one of the most down to earth places I've ever been to. It's not a "club", it's not a "lounge" per se...it's a bar and a great one at that! Everytime I come in, it's like being on that show "Cheers." If I come in the... (more)
andygator
on Citysearch Oct 11, 2009# 2 on the list of "best beer selection in LA"? they had 6 taps, one of them was out (fat tire). a 5th spewed when the bartender tried to get me a taste of the "backstage pale ale", leaving only 4. blue moon, newcastle,... (more)
organ donor
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2009Good prices good selections and Rock Band on Sundays... overall a pretty epic experience with great grub and cheap PBR cans and on occasion... Arrogant Bastard 24s... awesome Culver City hangout!... (more)
jklnhid
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2009Well I just moved down to the Culver City area and a co-worker recommended this place to go and have a drink!! I wasn't treated courteously at all, in fact the service was so bad, appetizer and 1 drink and out!! We had to... (more)
christopherrocha
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2009this is King Chris inviting you all out for a great live soulful show every wed 900pm (more)
Jenapple
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009Great service, even when busy. Good food to go along with cheap drinks. TV's in every direction. Just a good spot. Everyone celebrating, it was so much fun. (more)
RonaldJ
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009I was not expecting such a great martini from this place. Simply out, I was pleasantly surprised. (more)
joewatson
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009Good people, great staff, cheap drinks, everyone enjoys. Good atmosphere, (more)
ANDREWMICHAELS
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009Love a good dive bar and this was up to my specifications. Cheap drinks, chill atmosphere, great jukebox, and very good food for a dive. (more)
Maryupshaw
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009Great song list to choose from, even so many new songs! Everyone sings along with you, great place to sing karaoke for the first time! So much fun (more)
deby1
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2009Everyone that works there is great, the food is good, lots of fun for all. They have a lot of fun things different night of the week also. (more)
Doobie
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2009I had my 21st birthday here this week and it was so much fun! Our waitress was amazing she made sure I had a designated driver, when I had to much (of course) she made sure I was being taken care of. Everyone there was really... (more)
yumseeker2009
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2009Writing this EARLY in the AM because the food I had at Backstage last eve woke me up in a bad way... I guess if I happen to be right near by, I might drop back in for a drink and a game of pool (1 table) some time. Definitely not... (more)
capturedmemories
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2009Since I've been in LA, I've gone to mostly clubs and lounge-y type places. Fun, but not a lot of warmth. This place reminds me of home (just outside of Chicago). The Backstage is old-school (in a good way),... (more)
gijoe27
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2009I had a Birthday party at Backstage recently and had a blast! The food was awesome(love the fries) Our waitress was very attentive even though we were a big party and it was packed she always had a fresh beer ready for me.... (more)
BarHopperCC
on Citysearch Feb 06, 2009The crowd feels nice, yet the food is horrible. The french fries are so salty that you would need vaseline on your lips to soothe them. Don't even consider the beer on tap because it is flat, same goes for the diet coke. We... (more)
panduro
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2009IM NOT REALLY IN TO BARS ..... BUT THIS PLACE HAD ME HOOKED WITH MY FIRST DRINK:) THE DRINKS ARE STRONG AND CHEAP .THIS PLACE IS LOADS OF FUN ITS CROWDED AND VERY LOUD........ THE PEOPLE ARE NICE, FRIENDLY AND LAYED BACK... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2009I went here after a premiere at Sony Studios. It was a lot of fun with decently priced drinks and karaoke. Even the food is pretty good. This is a great place to relax with some happy hour drink and work up the courage to... (more)
simmerda
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2008I haven't been to the Backstage on a weekend, but weekdays are chill. Very comfortable and easy. The crowd and crew are friendly, the lights are low and the jukebox is the best. It looks like a regular bar from the... (more)
thelightfandango
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2008This is my new favorite place! I was there for my best friend's birthday and we had the best time ever. I can't remember our server's name, something like Anna, but she gave us the kind of service you could only dream of.... (more)
microbabe
on Citysearch Dec 27, 2008WORST KARAOKE. This place was rated well on here so I decided to have my party here on Saturday the 13th of December, 2008 and it sucked. The Karaoke started an hour late and even though we signed up for songs 45 min before... (more)
casualcat
on Citysearch Dec 15, 2008i've driven by this many times, but have yet to go and check it out, but it sounds like a great time, and def could use some time to relax from work (more)
LovelyBruin
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2008I've been to Backstage 4 or 5 times now, and it has consistently been somewhere fun with a cool, diverse crowd (not too trendy). The food there is GREAT!!! Definitely have to try the mac & cheese. And if it's your... (more)
Jules061983
on Citysearch Jun 19, 2008Six friends and I came here on a Wed night to celebrate my 25th bday and I didnt expect much based on the front of the building and the fact that we went out the night before in Hollywood and I was so dissatisfied by the way... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo May 28, 2008I have been to Backstage a couple of times, and each time I kick myself for going. The bartender (out of work actress) thinks she is doing you a favor just to do a job. No thanks, no hellos, no youâ??re welcome. I donâ??t... (more)
twynkle224
on Citysearch Apr 27, 2008This place has become my new favorite bar in Los Angeles. The crowd is unpretentious, the drinks are cheap and strong, and the staff are friendly and efficient. The karaoke regulars are impressive, but everyone... (more)
unclemitch
on Citysearch Apr 18, 2008What a find! I'm from Hermosa and my date was from West LA, so I sought a burger joint in between. Found Backstage via citysearch. On a Thursday game night parking couldn't be easier. Atmosphere, small and dark but... (more)
Allerick
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2008I've been a bartender at the Backstage for over 2 years now, longer than I've stayed at any other bar. the customers are awesome, which is a major reason for my longevity. The staff will always greet you with a smile and... (more)
clarasays
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2008After attending a Birthday party at Backstage this weekend I had to write and let you all know of my plight! I had a BLAST!! I honestly do not like big crowds and am frightend of karaoke but this place changed some beliefs... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 30, 2008I love the sourdough burger from Misit's! It's perfectly toasted and thick enough to get the full flavor- the bread is not just a vehicle for he meat. The meat is juicy and lightly seasoned. I've heard the mac and cheese... (more)
jameslucascampbell
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2008We don't have a lot of them, but this is culver city's best bar. Sing a song that people know of don't hear a billion times and you'll do awesome on karaoke. (more)
Cityofgod
on Citysearch Feb 27, 2008IF U LIve in l.a this is the spot FRiendly people and treat u like fam THursdays are rockin U guys are the best (more)
kahmilstarr
on Yahoo Feb 23, 2008I had alot of fun here. You gotta be with a great crowd. Good Music. Good food. GREAT DRINKS!!! (more)
ahlemon
on Citysearch Jan 05, 2008I went there on a Friday night, and it was really fun. I am NOT a karaoke person, but this place even had me singing! If you're going to sing, get on the list early as it can get long. It's totally chill with fast, friendly... (more)
jenyblond007
on Citysearch Nov 01, 2007This is the best place in town!!!! Good food, great drinks, excellent prices, AND BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!!! I want to go back many times!!!! (more)
sheridanm1
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2007Some friends invited me to join them Tues. night for happy hour at Backstage. When I first walked in, I thought ?what a dive.? It was pretty dark inside and looked empty. As time went on and my eyes acclimated to the... (more)
violentlee
on Citysearch Sep 24, 2007My wife and I are non-drinkers, but we find ourselves at Backstage for karaoke at least a couple times a month. It's such a fun, infectious atmosphere: The service is almost always awesome regardless of the crowd, KJ... (more)