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Back to Back, San Francisco, CA

Back to Back

4.7
4.7
82 Reviews
$31 to $50
Pizzeria
1257 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108

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2 people
10:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Back to Back is where Italian and Californian flavors collide in the heart of Nob Hill, San Francisco. Our wood-fired pizzas, inspired by Naples and New York, are crafted with locally sourced ingredients for a taste of California's bounty. Alongside shared plates and hearty pasta dishes, our curated wine list features natural and classic wines from around the world, while signature cocktails add a touch of creativity to your experience.

As you dine, immerse yourself in the ambiance with music from our vinyl record collection. Join us at Back to Back for a culinary journey celebrating the fusion of tradition and innovation. Book your table today and savor the best of Italian-Californian cuisine by Head Chef, Saif Alomari.

Founded by brother and sister, both from SF ❤️.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 17:00–21:00 Wed–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Saif Alomari
  • Private party facilities
    Up to 50 people seated, and 70 people standing
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Nob Hill
  • Cross Street
    Washington St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Muni / Cable Car at Taylor and Washington
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • It's a party!

    USD 75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    For larger parties, Chef Saif Alomari creates an indulgent four course menu featuring salads, pizzas, a main course, finished with a delectable dessert. Everything is served family style. With advance notice, we are always happy to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-fee diners, and other guests with dietary preferences when writing your menu. We'll work with your group to pick wines and cocktails. $20 per person deposit is due at booking, which will be credited to the bill. We also require a minimum spend of $75 per person (plus tax and gratuity).
    It's a party! photo
  • It's a party!

    Multiple dates available
    NOTE* The "It's a Party" Menu is $75 per person minimum spend (plus tax and gratuity). Cancelling within 48 hours will trigger a charge of $25 per person. For larger parties, Chef Saif Alomari creates an indulgent four course menu featuring salads, pizzas, a main course, finished with a delectable dessert. Everything is served family style. With advance notice, we are always happy to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-fee diners, and other guests with dietary preferences when writing your menu. We'll work with your group to pick wines and cocktails.
    It's a party! photo

What 82 people are saying

Back to Back reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Pizzeria

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Back to Back is a vibrant restaurant with "phenomenal food," including wood-fired pizzas and inventive shared plates. The ambiance is cozy and perfect for date nights or group gatherings. The staff is "super friendly" and attentive, complementing the "great flavors" of the dishes. A must-visit for pizza lovers and food enthusiasts alike!

82 Reviews
  1. Leslie VIP

    Denver15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a gem, we stayed in Nob Hill and wanted somewhere close to walk to. Back to Back ended up making our entire trip. The kale and kohlrabi salad, the potatoes and wood fired pizza were amazing

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  2. Isabelle VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time dining at Back to Back because I loved it so much the first time—and once again, it did not disappoint. The bread, arancini, and Brussels sprouts were all delicious, and the pizzas were absolutely phenomenal. (We went all in and ordered the Snob Hill, Salsiccia, Burnt Leek, and Hot Honey—every one was a hit.) Our server was warm and accommodating, and the timing of each dish was spot-on. I also really love the ambiance here—it has that cozy, vibrant energy that reminds me of a great spot in NYC. Back to Back is easily one of my favorite places to eat, and I’ll definitely be coming back again soon.

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  3. Alex

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is simply incredible and the staff were great.

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  4. Alex VIP

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for my birthday dinner and had a great time!

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  5. Mahogany

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and service. Food and wine was great would definitely recommend.

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  6. emwt

    San Francisco8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here with a group of 6. We ordered food and drinks in a few different rounds. As we were sharing pizzas and chatting, all of a sudden a to-go box showed up and our remaining pizza was literally boxed up right in front of us without asking and the server simultaneously asked if we wanted dessert while dropping the check. We were shocked to learn that our table was almost up and we needed to leave. At no point were we told that there was a time limit associated with our table. We had only been there just over 90 minutes, spending over $500. We were even still waiting on another glass to share the bottle of wine we hadn’t finished yet. We were eventually told we had a half hour before we had to leave but the server had already boxed up our remaining pizza and dropped the check. Everyone in the group really enjoyed the food and the ambiance but we all left with a bit of a sour taste in our mouths based on the inexplicably abrupt service. And even though the food was very good, I would have a tough time recommending this restaurant to others based on this experience.
    Back to BackResponded on 20 March 2025
    Dear Emily, We are so sorry for your poor experience dining with us. There must have been a miscommunication with the team and it is never our intention to rush our guests out. We deeply regret how this was handled with your table. Typically, if guests want to stay longer, we do our best to accommodate them and we're very sorry that this was not the case. We do, however, state upon booking reservations that we allow 2 hours for parties of 4-6 on busy nights and I do see that you were seated for 2h18. However, this should have also been communicated again with you during your visit. We hope that you decide to dine with us again and we promise we will make it right with you.

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  7. heidi VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the whole package of food, location, ambiance, vibe! After eating here a few times, I'm looking forward to a fresh spring menu, though everything we've had has been delicious. Highly recommend the burrata appetizer, every one of the salads, and the seared fish. Fabulous!

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  8. Karen VIP

    San Francisco31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this place! Were attending a concert at the Masonic, and it was a nice walk! Very charming place with great atmosphere. We had the shishito peppers and two delicious pizzas (Nob Hill and Hot Honey). Bothe were very tasty! Our entire party commented on how much they liked this wonderful gem!

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  9. Robert

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place great neighborhood restaurant near the Masonic theater!

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  10. Joseph

    Baltimore11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, flavors blended really well together and wine selection was excellent. Staff were also very friendly and helpful

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Back to Back is rated 4.7 stars by 82 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Back to Back

1257 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington St
  • Area
    Nob Hill
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 17:00–21:00 Wed–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Muni / Cable Car at Taylor and Washington
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Saif Alomari
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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  • Terms of Use
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