🍺 Overview
The Backroad Pub & Eatery is a cozy, casual bar & grill located at 320 S Keyser Ave in Old Forge. It draws locals and visitors alike with a friendly, relaxed vibe. Inside, you’ll find rustic décor, a bar well stocked with cold beer, high‑top tables, multiple TVs (great for catching games), and a pool table. There’s also an outdoor patio area and reasonable parking out front.
They serve classic bar fare and comfort food: wings, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers like mozzarella sticks, loaded baked potato, chicken tenders, broccoli-cheese bites, and more. Patrons also frequently cite the wings—especially flavorful sauces like BBQ, honey mustard, buttery garlic—and note that beer is always ice cold ānd the service is friendly and efficient.
🍕 Pizza Highlights
Pizza is on the menu as both half‑tray and full tray options. I ordered a full tray of old forge red pizza.
I thought this was a good pizza for a bar and a solid offering in the pizza capital of the world. It had a nice crispy edge and was a little soft in the middle. They do not cheat you on the cheese! It was consistent with the amount you’d receive at most places ordering extra cheese. Overall locals solid bar‑style pizza, but not their top dish compared to sandwiches or wings.
📝 Summary
The Backroad Pub & Eatery is a laid‑back town favorite offering friendly service, cold beer, and hearty bar food. The pulled pork sandwich, wings, loaded baked potato, and chili cheese apps get the most praise—while pizza serves as a solid go‑to on Pizza Fridays but doesn’t dominate the buzz. The cozy interior with TVs, pool table, and outdoor seating makes it a welcoming spot for casual meals or game‑day hangouts.
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Rating the Old Forge Red Pizza Pizza
- Restaurant: Backroad Pub and Eatery
- Address: 320 S Keyser Ave, Old Forge, PA 18518
- Dine In/Take Out: Dine in
- Pizza Ordered: Old Forge Red
- Date: June 2025
| Rating Category | Rating Score |
|---|---|
| Crust | 7.3 |
| Sauce | 7.5 |
| Cheese | 7.3 |
| Taste | 7.5 |
| Crispy/Cooked Properly | 7.3 |
| Value | 7.4 |
| Overall Rating | 7.4 |
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