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Backstage Bar & Grill

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10400 Culver Blvd (at Motor Avenue)
Culver City, CA 90232

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(310) 839-3892
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Backstage Bar & Grill - Culver City, CA
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Backstage Bar & Grill - Culver City, CA
Backstage Bar & Grill - Culver City, CA
Backstage Bar & Grill - Culver City, CA
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great bar. its been around forever. its one of those bars where you see all the locals and everyone knows your name. Fair prices and great services

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Saturday night I took 3 friends visiting from Pheonix to the Backstage Bar after finding it on citysearch. The reviews had been great so I thought it would be perfect. We got t...

Great Karaoke 7/27/2009

Good people, great staff, cheap drinks, everyone enjoys. Good atmosphere, Pros: Most fun I've had singing Karaoke Cons: Get there early to sign up more
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great place to hang out eat, drink and have fun 7/19/2009

Everyone 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. Pros: everyone is friendly great food more
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Great place to turn 21 6/10/2009

I 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 chill, no ""plastic"" or ""fake"" people. I had an amazing Grill Chicken Salad and the drinks were SO STRONG. The first drink I had was a redbull vodka and I swear there wasn't any redbull lol. Monday was regulars night so domestics and mix drinks were only $2. Overall I felt taken care of, service was phenomenal and I basically love it. I'll definitely be back. Pros: Amazing Service more
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Karaoke Kingdom! 4/25/2009

by naia at Menuism Provided by Menuism
This is the place to karaoke! Seriously. The patrons are fun. The spirit is upbeat. The bartenders are... more
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Karaoke Kingdom! 4/25/2009

naia Provided by Partner
This is the place to karaoke! Seriously. The patrons are fun. The spirit is upbeat. The bartenders are pretty quick and the beer is reasonable.... more
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My new favorite bar in LA 3/7/2009

I 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. The karaoke that night was fun and at times hysterical... I highly recommend this place to anyone that likes a chill neighborhood bar with a lot of heart. Pros: Prices, Karaoke, atmosphere Cons: None that I can think of more
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Hidden Gem - A Great Place 3/7/2009

Since 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), unpretentious and friendly. The staff is not typical 'seen it all, done it all' LA types. They seem like regular people who care about doing their job well and making you feel comfortable. The food is bar food plus. I don't know exactly where the 'plus' comes from, but everything I've tried here is better than at other places. The prices are low, the drinks are strong, and the room is very warm and comfortable. Nice mix of people, liking each other and having a good time. I wish the real world could be a little more like this place. There was a birthday party there the other night and the people seemed to be having more fun than a bunch of kids at Chucky Cheese. Pros: Friendly staff and crowd, great food, strong drinks, low prices Cons: Wish I lived a little closer more
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Downside is the food and service, drinks ok, great atmosphere (if you ignore the service) 3/6/2009

Writing 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 for the food and definitely not going out of my way to get there. Also, our waitress was lame and it was not busy or anything. I had high hopes when I 1st walked in, as an east coaster the dive bar feel was right up my alley. Pros: dive-y bar, for LA Cons: food, service more
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Super Salty French Fries with Super Flat Beer on Tap 2/7/2009

The 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 did not try other drinks. Pros: Price, Lots of Space on a Saturday Night Cons: Bad Food, Service, and Flat Beers more
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THE BEST BAR BY FAR 1/11/2009

IM NOT REALLY IN TO BARS ..... BUT THIS PLACE HAD ME HOOKED WITH MY FIRST DRINK:) Pros: GREAT ATMOSPHERE FOOD AND DRINKS....FUN KARAOKE GREAT SERVICE more
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Nice On Weeknights 12/29/2008

I 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 outside, but inside its dark and cozy. I may try it on a weekend someday, but for now, weeknights are for me. $2 drinks on Tuesdays seal the deal. more
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My New Favorite Bar 12/29/2008

This 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. Everyone there seemed to be having a crazy good time and the whole place felt like a party. I didn't eat, but the food looked great. It's good, cheap fun and everyone who worked there seemed glad to be there. I haven't come across anyplace like it out here. Thanks, Backstage. See you soon. Pros: Friendly staff. Good, cheap fun. more
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Worst Karaoke in LA 12/28/2008

WORST 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 they started, I had to give the guy $20 bucks to finally let my friends and I up after being there for 2 hours and never being called. We were there all night and didn't make it back up to sing because it was WAY TOO CROWDED and people kept paying to get bumped up(that karaoke douche must have made a killing that night in ""tips""). Drinks are way over priced for a dive bar and they gave one of my tables i reserved away claiming we were late. Don't bother trying it out, stick to the places you know for karaoke, Sardo's for example in Burbank, or Pig N Whistle in Hollywood. Cons: crowded, no space to sit, expensive drinks and worst karaoke operation i've seen more
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driven by it 12/16/2008

i'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
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Happening Spot Everytime 8/10/2008

I'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 birthday, they really go out of their way to make sure you and your party has a good time. Based on all the great reviews, the place is probably smaller than you'd expect, but it helps for a cozy atmosphere where everyone cheers on whoever's on the mike for the karaoke. If you're looking for a good time, Backstage is a great place to chill. You can go dressed up or in bar attire (jeans, nice blouse), which is really cool. There's also always lots of people at the spot, so it's a gauranteed fun night with a crowd. more
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This is where I started to love LA.... 6/20/2008

Six 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 the bartenders could care less that it was my bday. Boy, I was wrong about the Backstage. This place was so generous to me on my bday! The band sang happy birthday to me and then ordered my friends and I two shots each- all on the house! Coming from Santa Barbara this would be standard behavior as far as Im concerned but not in a big city like LA. Luckily we found this place or my bday would have been disappointing and I think I would have forever disliked LA. Thanks Backstage!! Pros: Friendly staff and crowd- anything goes more
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So much more than a dive bar! 4/28/2008

This 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 cheers for you even if you're terrible. (I should know!) Pros: Service, strong drinks, great DJ, there's a photo booth! Cons: none! more
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Who would have thought a 4/19/2008

What 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 perfect for a bar & grill. Employees from doorman to bartender to waitress COULD NOT HAVE BEEN NICER. Place was packed but we never hurt for service. Our burgers and fries were okay if you like PERFECTION and SPEEDY PREPARATION. The crowd was an eclectic mix of everything from suits to jeans/t-shirts and folks in their 20's, 30's, 40's, ??'s and everyone had a smile on their face - not so hard when you're having a great time. I will return. I will recommend to others if they're interested in a fun time and a great burger. Pros: Great Bar & Grill atomsphere (unpretentious), Easy Street Parking, Terrific Service Cons: I honestly have no cons to list more
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A night well spent! 4/6/2008

After 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 and I certainly will be back. The drinks prices were shockingly reasonable and certainly had a kick... (I am still feeling it today). The food was great for a dive bar and I reccomend ordering the sampler so you can have a taste of several things. Karaoke was like a ""Twilight Zone"" episode, everyone in the bar was singing along wich gave it a feel that you were at a party in someones house. The DJ was top drawer but I do have to say with the masses attending on Saturday the list was very long, so sign up early. Pros: Bartenders, Drink Prices, Karaoke more
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One of the Best Bars to Work For... 4/6/2008

I'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 are genuinely fun people, and the owner truly cares about the happiness of our patrons. The drinks are more than reasonable, and they're made by some of the cutest bartenders in the city (myself excluded, I'm just there for my speed! LOL!). If you're looking for a bar with a really cool vibe and positive atmosphere, somewhere you can relax and have a great time on a budget, then I recommend the Backstage. more
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  • 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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  • In Short
    This dive bar is like a 1970's après ski lounge, complete with rich wood walls and a roaring fire pit to sprawl around. It has all the casual atmosphere of a mountain lodge,...

  • 10/23/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily 11am-2am
  • Payments: Discover, Master Card, Visa, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Washington Culver
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