Back to Back

4.8

58 Reviews

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Hot spot
Charming

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 ❤️.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian, Californian
Hours of operation
Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 795-3403
Website
http://www.backtobacksf.com/
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

Location
1257 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighborhood
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

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.

Wood Fired Bread$6.00
12" bread, made with our pizza dough
Fried Calamari$22.00
hot aioli, lemon
Shishito Peppers$12.00
sea salt, shaved mandarin, shishito aioli
Buffalo Arancini$15.00
6pc, san marzano tomato sauce, parmesan
Batata Hara$24.00
garlic confit potatoes, harissa paste, cilantro, potato foam
Burrata$24.00
persimmon, kohlrabi, watermelon radish, maple lime dressing, jalapeno
Fries$9.00

Veggies

Endive and Beet Salad$16.00
Apple, asian pear, cheddar, walnuts, white balsamic vinaigrette
Tuscan Kale and Kohlrabi Salad$16.00
radish, cucumber, pickled red onion, almonds, colatura dressing
Mixed Green Salad$19.00
avocado purée, mixed greens, seasonal fruits, shaved asparagus, parmesan, lemon
Brussels Sprouts$14.00
Honey, cherry, lemon

Center Table

B2B Burger$26.00
wagyu, sharp cheddar cheese, onion, tomato, shishito aioli, fries
- Well$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Rare$0.00
- Half$0.00
- Quarter$0.00
- Lettuce Wrap$0.00
- No Tomato$0.00
- No Onion$0.00
- Aioli On Side$0.00
Parisian Gnocchi$28.00
guanciale, spinach, pomegranate, parmesan
- Truffle$15.00
- No Guanciale$0.00
- No Pomegranate$0.00
Striped Bass$37.00
butternut squash purée, sunflower praline, anchovy broth
Wagyu Flatiron$42.00
8oz flatiron, grilled beets, turnips, english peas, beet jus
- Well$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Rare$0.00
Schnitzel$29.00
Brown butter chicken schnitzel, buttermilk sauce, lime

Pizza

Margherita$18.00
Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella
Salsiccia$25.00
Tomato Sauce, Kale, Roasted Garlic Sausage, Pickled Onions
Shrooms$28.00
Mushroom Purée, Mozzarella, Brie, Roasted Mushrooms
- Truffle$15.00
Snob Hill$23.00
caramelized Onion, mozzarella, blue cheese, arugula, fig jam
That’s Hot, Honey$24.00
Pepperoni, Hot Honey, Mozzarella, Parmesan
- Half Pepperoni$0.00
- No Pepperoni$0.00
Burnt Leek$28.00
fine pancetta, brown butter brunt leeks, chopped morels, stracciatella, chives.
- Truffle$15.00
Burratata!$28.00
butternut squash purée, sausage, mozzarella, pickled red onion, burrata, dill, garlic, fresno chili
🍆 (eggplant)$25.00

Dessert

Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake$13.00
flourless cake, strawberries, whipped cream

What 58 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Francisco Bay Area
Pizzeria

Review summary

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Back to Back delights with "phenomenal food" and a "wonderful" wine menu. Nestled in Nob Hill, this cozy spot boasts a fun ambiance and "super friendly" staff. With amazing pizzas, including a must-try hot honey pizza, and eclectic vinyl tunes, it's perfect for a memorable dining experience.

58 Reviews

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Ardath
Raleigh
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is inventive and delicious . It has a bistro vibe and is very cosy. Service was attentive but since the space is small it felt a bit rushed. The shared plates are generous. Don’t miss the oven fired bread with tapenade and the arancini.
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John
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
While the pizza, Brussel sprouts and kale salad were all good, the high wine prices (starting at $17 a glass, most are $20/glass) and very skimpy pour (smallest pour I've seen in the city) were out of sync with our pizza dinner and changed the experience to poor. So we won't return.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ordered was amazing- the burrata, tuna tartare, both pizzas.. to die for! The DJ was spinning a holiday mix, which was so cute. This is my favorite place in the city & we will be back soon.
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Tony
VIP
San Francisco
133 reviews
4.0
133 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Back to Back is a great neighborhood restaurant with a straightforward menu that is well executed by the kitchen. Service is welcoming and friendly. B2B has a good vibe and energy that permeates throughout the space. If in the area, its definitely worth checking out.
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Charlotte
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious! Service was great and they were very nice and attentive. Noise level is pretty loud, hard to have conversations. Perfect for girls night out, birthday celebration or even date night I think.
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Stephen
San Francisco
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very tasty food with excellent presentation. Service was excellent. The space is small and tight and very noisy but worth it for the delicious food.
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Adrian
San Francisco
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing. Had the burger (beef was great), margarita pizza (great dough), b-sprouts, arancini (stuffed with cheese), shishito peppers, and chocolate cake. Excited to come back. Thanks!
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Stephen
Alabama
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal food, nothing we ate was bad & we thoroughly enjoyed every dish
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Megna
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was soo good! Loved the Brussels sprouts. Highly reccomend
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Jason
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My large party had a fabulous experience at Back to Back. Cocktails, food, wine, were all a big hit. The timing of the meal was wonderful and featured something for everyone. Highly recommend for date night or larger group dinner. The team was wonderful and flexible to ensure we had a memorable experience.
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Back to Back is rated 4.8 stars by 58 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1257 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108

Additional information

Cross street
Washington St
Neighborhood
Nob Hill
Hours of operation
Tue 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.backtobacksf.com/
Phone number
(415) 795-3403
Private party facilities
Up to 50 people seated, and 70 people standing

Back to Back

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

It's a party!

Shared Plates

Wood Fired Bread$6.00

Fried Calamari$22.00

Shishito Peppers$12.00

Buffalo Arancini$15.00

Batata Hara$24.00

Burrata$24.00

Fries$9.00

Veggies

Endive and Beet Salad$16.00

Tuscan Kale and Kohlrabi Salad$16.00

Mixed Green Salad$19.00

Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Center Table

B2B Burger$26.00

Parisian Gnocchi$28.00

Striped Bass$37.00

Wagyu Flatiron$42.00

Schnitzel$29.00

Pizza

Margherita$18.00

Salsiccia$25.00

Shrooms$28.00

Snob Hill$23.00

That’s Hot, Honey$24.00

Burnt Leek$28.00

Burratata!$28.00

🍆 (eggplant)$25.00

Dessert

Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake$13.00

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