Eric Cantona
Pulled up to Bill’s Back 40 not entirely sure what I was walking into. The outside gives you that “this could go either way” energy. Like you’re about to step into a dive bar documentary.
But here’s the thing — I’m glad I went in.
Solid drinks. No nonsense pours. Bartenders who actually acknowledge your existence instead of treating you like a background character.
Met a welder named Lil Jose who looked like he could TIG weld blindfolded and still have time to beat you at darts. Good dude. Oilfield stories, shop humor, the whole deal.
Then the slots started talking.
Next thing I know, I’m up $500 and pretending I always believed in that machine. The kind of win that makes your beer taste colder and your walk a little looser.
Atmosphere? Classic Back 40. Friendly crowd. Blue-collar vibe. Zero pretension. Cute, friendly bar staff keeping things moving and making sure nobody’s glass sits empty too long.
… moreRenoodle
Walked into the bar hoping for a drink and was instantly met with hostility from the bartender. She asked for our IDs which we happily gave and was making jokes with my group and we were told by the bartender Betsy I believe that “we won’t be friends for tonight”. I get having a bad night but I just wanted one drink but she was being rude the whole time we were trying to order. We left before ordering a drink and she was happy and joyous to see us leave. I don’t leave a bad review but never once have I been treated so badly without even having a drink ordered and not even being at that bar in months. Won’t be returning again.
… moreChantelle Pender
Exactly what a dive bar should be. Whether you’re coming out for a chill night, fun vibes, pool, darts, blackjack, or the machines, you’ll find it here. The vibe never misses, the bartenders are always hot and the pizza is always perfect. Hands down one of the best dive bars in town. If you know, you know!
… morekgus5003
Was treated with hostility and rudeness from the moment we walked in. Lasted about 5 minutes in the bar before we left without ever having our first drink. Never once said anything negative towards the bartender or anything of the sort, just made jokes jokes with the group I walked in with and was told by the bartender that “we aren’t friends tonight”. I get having a bad night but I’ve never been treated so badly without having to say a word before. Haven’t been here in years and won’t be returning again.
… moreAngelique Gall
Always has a great atmosphere! The music is always top tier! The staff is fast and slings great drinks
… moreNattalia Noll
I was extremely disappointed with my recent visit to Bills Back 40. A bartender publicly accused my best friend of saying something negative, claiming she “rewound the cameras” for some other situation and could prove it— something that was completely untrue. Instead of addressing any concerns privately, she embarrassed my friend in front of a crowd at the bar.
This not only ruined the start of our night for my friend but also for everyone with her. She felt uncomfortable staying, which meant her boyfriend and I also agreed to leave shortly after arriving. A bar should be a welcoming place, not one where staff openly call out and humiliate customers over false claims.
If this is how they treat guests, I can’t recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun and respectful environment.
… moreChase Jenkins
We were drinking 15 minutes before close and were told we could finish our beers than leave, when a random bouncer came out and snatched all our beers from our hands without words and slammed them on the table covering everyone in beer. He was rude and had no reason to act the way he did. Do not recommend going to this bar!
… moremichael hanson
Absolutely great place to go! Thank you so much for all the great times and the many more to come
… moreBrooke Donovan
Bartender was great on a Thursday night. Had fun playing pool. Off sale available! Been here other nights and not so wonderful. If Betsy is there count your lucky stars, she’s a babe and a great bartender!
… morePepper lee Jones
Betsy is very sweet we were in a a slow point in the day but can tell it’s a jumping little juke joint with live music from time to time several pool tables and dart boards ,as well as a host of other interesting things to fiddle around with.
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