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Backstage

(Now Closed)
Gastropub, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$
Torrington
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  • Gary M.heart icon on user image
    Gary MorrillDecember 29, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    Killer beer selection and the best wings I've had (ask for stupidly extra hot ghost pepper sauce if you like actually SPICY wings!)
  • Carrie V.heart icon on user image
    Carrie VibertAugust 24, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    40 beers on tap, always changing, & now Abita Brewing Company all-natural draft root beer, too, which you can get as a float with local Arethusa Dairy ice cream.
  • Mary LeBlanc R.
    Mary LeBlanc RealtyJanuary 30, 2012
    Great place to enjoy friends, dinner & music.located in the converted Mertz building once the oldest continuously operating depart stores in the country, http://www.warnertheatre.org/restoration.htm
  • Edward D.heart icon on user image
    Edward DavisJuly 1, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Most everything on the menu is excellent. Always a great selection of beer on tap.
  • Bob H.
    Bob HunterDecember 20, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    If you enjoy a well-crafted cocktail, try an Old Fashioned here. It's a specialty exceeded only by their eclectic American microbrewery selections!
  • Nancy
    NancyMarch 22, 2014
    We love this place! Even our 6 & 4 year old love the food. We have not had anything we didn't like.
  • Blind A.heart icon on user image
    Blind AlesSeptember 5, 2014
    Craft beer, and awesome appetizers. Friendly staff and lots of good beer to chose from.
  • Gary M.heart icon on user image
    Gary MorrillJune 17, 2016
    Been here 100+ times
    Great beer selection, really good wings and calamari!
  • Mark O.heart icon on user image
    Mark OlleroJune 21, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Have some great food. They have a Naughty Nurse vinegerette and also make Harpoon IPA battered fish and chips... So delicious.
  • Nica C.
    Nica CarlsonApril 4, 2013
    Go for the drink special of the night! It never disappoints.
  • tom m.heart icon on user image
    tom mcdonaldMarch 21, 2015
    Any of the burgers with any of the beers!
  • Jon G.heart icon on user image
    Jon GreenbaumAugust 8, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    City Steam Tap Takeover!! Innocence has nothing to do with it ;)
  • Jon H.heart icon on user image
    Jon HaleFebruary 27, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Unveiling 16 new taps Thursday, 2/28/13 making 40 draughts on tap! Come by and enjoy!
  • Jon H.heart icon on user image
    Jon HaleSeptember 12, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    THE choice for new beer Thursdays. 24 beers on tap and constantly changing.
  • Gary M.heart icon on user image
    Gary MorrillDecember 30, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    40 constantly changing Draft Beers and killer hot wings!
  • Edward D.heart icon on user image
    Edward DavisJanuary 21, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Great selection of beers. The Trigerfish special was unbelievable!
  • Jim M.heart icon on user image
    Great craft beer selection🍻
  • Richard M.
    Richard MartiOctober 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't forget to check the latest events, "Happenings" at Backstage Read more
  • Kathy F.
    Kathy FlahertyOctober 5, 2013
    Avoid being seated upstairs if you can. Have NO idea why it is taking so long for two burgers and a veggie wrap.
  • Latha S.
    Latha SJanuary 7, 2016
    Arethusa farm's cheese plate
  • Dave W.
    Dave WallMay 5, 2012
    24 great beers on tap & good food!
  • Michael P.
    Michael PartykaNovember 24, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Also they have the best beer selection in town!
  • Michael P.
    Michael PartykaNovember 24, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    I am not a salad guy but try the warmed tomato salad!
  • Myke
    MykeAugust 12, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Love this place!! Try the specials.
  • Edward D.heart icon on user image
    Edward DavisMay 3, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Excellent Broccoli Cheddar soup!
  • Nicole C.heart icon on user image
    Nicole CarrollNovember 10, 2014
    Live music Wednesdays, edimame
  • Becca J.
    Becca JOctober 2, 2011
    Try the sweet potato fries...so good!
  • Jon H.heart icon on user image
    Jon HaleMay 31, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    With 24 beers on tap, you'll always find something new.
  • Harold Z.
    Harold Zinno JrMarch 10, 2013
    Great band tonite and outstanding food
  • Carrie V.heart icon on user image
    Carrie VibertOctober 7, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Burgers are huge and tasty!
  • Mary LeBlanc R.
    Mary LeBlanc RealtyMarch 13, 2018
    this location is CLOSED
  • Tony L.
    Tony LFebruary 23, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Great craft beer selection...
  • Carrie V.heart icon on user image
    Carrie VibertMarch 23, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    40 taps now! Woohoo!
  • Mary J.
    Mary JanusNovember 19, 2011
    What is awesome lunch
  • Johny R.
    Johny RDecember 7, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Mmmm bear I'm drunk
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John McLaganMay 12, 2013
    Disappointing atmosphere and an even more disappointing menu. Steer clear of this bomb.
  • Matt O.
    Matt O'RourkeMay 21, 2011
    Ugh. Burned food and service that blames you for not leaving a reservation...even when near-empty. Stay away.
  • Jason S.
    Jason SpinoMay 12, 2013
    I stopped her at the suggestion of a friend new to the area. Wasn't impressed by the food or the service. Very disappointing experience.
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