Backbone
Backbone serves dinner in Glendale with Uni Waffle, Chicken Liver Pâté and A5 Japanese Wagyu, plus natural wine and corkage.
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- Address
- 3463 N Verdugo Rd, Glendale, CA 91208
- Phone
- (818) 275-3165
- Website
- backbonerestaurant.com
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LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #90
LA Times 101 Best Restaurants placed Backbone at No. 90 in 2025. The Glendale restaurant fits diners weighing a recognized dinner against a leisurely pace.
Uni Waffle, A5 Japanese Wagyu and natural wine
Uni Waffle, Chicken Liver Pâté and A5 Japanese Wagyu define the named dishes. Natural wine, a large wine list and corkage suit a table planned around bottles.
Compact Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backbone | $$$ | Glendale, Contemporary American with French, Spanish, and Asian Influences | |
| Joyce | $$$ | Financial District, Modern Southern Seafood | |
| Moreton Fig | University Park, Farm-to-Table American | $$$ | |
| Checkers Downtown | $$$ | Financial District, New American with California, French, and Asian influences | |
| JOEY DTLA | $$$ | Financial District, Global American Steakhouse | |
| USC University Club | $$$ | University Park, Contemporary American Fine Dining |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #90
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At a Glance
- Modern
- Elegant
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Business Dinner
- Open Kitchen
- Extensive Wine List
- Natural Wine
- Corkage Allowed
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5:30–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 5–9 PM
- Saturday
- 5–9 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Mid-century modern with plush blue banquettes, white brick walls, walnut tables, open kitchen, and neighborhood familiarity.