Opening hours
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Local time in Somerville: 11:39 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
5 Sanborn CourtSomerville, MA 02143
About Backbar
Backbar is a bar you'll find at 5 Sanborn Court in Somerville, Massachusetts. It is one of 190 places to eat and drink we list in Somerville.
Backbar is open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). It stays open late, until 12:00 AM on most nights.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 5 Sanborn Court, Somerville, MA 02143
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Backbar’s weekday schedule with 45 other bars in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 3:00 PM) and closes at 12:00 AM, in line with the typical 12:00 AM.
In total it is open about 42 hours a week, 25 hours fewer than the local median of 67. 89% of bars in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Backbar is one of them.
Compared with 45 other bars in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have Backbar’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask Backbar directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Backbar there are 55 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 140 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (20), Pizza (15), Cafes & Coffee (14), and Bars & Pubs (8).
Competition is healthy: 3 other bars are within a mile and 53 within three miles. The closest is An Sibin, 0.5 mi away.
41 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- EuropeanBronwyn< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLos Tacos Hermanos< 0.1 mi
- KoreanK-Bok Korean Fried Chicken< 0.1 mi
- PizzaUnion Square Pizzeria< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiEbi Sushi< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Backbar's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Is Backbar open on Sunday?
Yes, Backbar is open on Sundays: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Where is Backbar located?
Backbar is located at 5 Sanborn Court, Somerville, MA 02143.
Is Backbar open late?
Yes – Backbar is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Backbar?
There are 140 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Backbar. Nearby options include Bronwyn (< 0.1 mi), Los Tacos Hermanos (< 0.1 mi), and K-Bok Korean Fried Chicken (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near Backbar?
3 other bars within a mile. The closest is An Sibin, 0.5 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
Nearby places
All in Somerville
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