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The Back Bar

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Soak up the local music scene and blend with the friendly locals at the Back Bar. With live music playing most of the night, this establishment offers a fun and casual atmosphere to its patrons. Talented bands/artists from cand surrounding towns stage their performances here. A mix of regional and international music is played, thereby covering different genres. At the Back Bar, everyone bonds over drinks and entertainment sans any dull moment. For concert schedule, check website or call ahead. 

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1901 Beloit Ave, Janesville, WI, 53546, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Kent Ray 
8 years ago

Great venue to see local and national bands. Great stage area and decent sound. Friendly staff and great owner! 

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Jason Gaches 
8 years ago
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Christopher Scott 
8 years ago
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Chantress Winslow 
8 years ago

Doors were to open at 6, by 730 people still were not allowed in. Ended up leaving because it was very cold out and I could not wait for another hour and a half in the wind. 

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Tammy S Olson 
8 years ago
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Blake Barnhill 
8 years ago

Great for concerts if you dont mind constant fog machines fogging the stage up, sometimes making it hard to see. 

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Brandon Bjerke 
8 years ago

Would give 5 stars but Facebook said I went here on Saturday, but I went here on Friday. Bobaflex and KrashKarma were awesome though! 

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John Burke 
8 years ago

Stage was very nice. Small club making it difficult to move around the place. Size makes for a more intimate show though. Not enough bar tenders working. Three on duty for a packed house; at least 10 min to get a beer. Bought "preferred seat" tickets on line, which we found to be very deceptive. Never actually got a seat, as all bar stools in that area were filled, many with folks who did not have wristbands for them. It was not monitored at all. Preferred seating implies you are the ones closest to the stage, which is not t... read more

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William Frisbee 
8 years ago

Excellent place to rock your face off. LOL The best bands perform here often. Prices are fair. Sometimes could use a little more security for the undesirables that occasionally infiltrate the crowd. 

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How is The Back Bar rated?

The Back Bar has a 4.2 star rating with 724 reviews. 

When is The Back Bar open?

The Back Bar is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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