Sunday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Pistakee Bay Fireworks Pre/Post Party 11-2am Sat 7/12 VooDoo Dolls 3-6PM Sun 7/13 Justin Wallace live 3–6 PM Family & dog-friendly Ice cream shop Kids playlandBoat-accessible Free parking No cover
We’ve got an epic weekend lined up on the lake — live music, fireworks, and summer vibes for the whole family. Here’s what’s going down: 🎤 Friday, July 11 🎧 TouchTunes Fridays – Come play your favorite tunes on us all night long! 🎸 Saturday, July 12 🎶 VooDoo Dolls live from 3–6 PM 🎆 Pistakee Bay Fireworks Pre & Post Party — Grab a drink, enjoy dinner, and catch one of the best fireworks shows on the Chain! 🎶 Sunday, July 13 🎸 Justin Wallace live from 3–6 PM – Cold drinks, great tunes, and lake views. 🌭 Family & dog-friendly | 🍦 Ice cream shop open | 🧒 Kids play area | 🚤 Boat-accessible | 🅿️ Free parking | 💵 No cover Let’s make the most of this summer weekend!
Come on out to listen to the best live music on the Chain and see the best lake views from our outdoor dog-friendly patio!
Join us every Friday for the Best Fish Fry on the Chain of Lakes – All Day Long at The Backyard Bar & Marina in Johnsburg, IL! Fresh, crispy fish, lakefront views, and unbeatable vibes!
Dog-friendly patio on Lake Pistakee! Shaded seating, water bowls & great views. Bring your pup to The Backyard Bar & Marina—top spot on the Chain of Lakes for you and your dog.
Best Happy Hour on the Chain of Lakes! Join us at The Backyard Bar & Marina in Johnsburg, IL—Monday to Friday, 3–6PM. Enjoy drink specials, lake views, and the perfect waterfront vibe!
Looking for lunch on the Chain of Lakes? The Backyard Bar & Marina in Johnsburg, IL offers daily lunch specials Monday–Friday! Great food, fast service, and unbeatable lakefront views!
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Check out our most recent reviews!
The Lake House on Pistakee has hands down one of the best steak sandwiches around. It is always cooked to perfection and has a great taste.
Gregory W.
Love the Wedge...a staple that made it to the menu. Grilled Shrimp w/ Bang Bang sauce. Perfectly sated. My view from the deck!
Lou R.
Easily one of our favorite spots on the chain. Service is always friendly, food is good, and the vibe is always peaceful and laid back. Love that we can get there on the boat or golf carts!
Dan B.
Healthy Options
Easy Parking
We are known for Breakfast Sandwich, Mac and Cheese, French Toast, Cheeseburger, Caesar Salad, Breakfast Burrito, and Grilled Cheese Sandwich
We are located in Johnsburg, IL at 614 Bald Knob Rd
We serve the following areas: Palm Beach, Pistakee Highlands, Johnsburg, Fox Lake, Lakemoor, Lotus Woods, Eastwood Manor, Ingleside Shore, Wilson, Lilymoor, Klondike, Riverstream, Long Lake, Volo, Fox Lake Hills, McCullom Lake, McHenry, Spring Grove, Ringwood, Monaville.
Sunday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM