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    Back A Yard

    4.3 (142 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Hai N.

    Had some backyard a few days back at the Menlo Park store and had the itch to have some more while in San Jose. Stopped by this location for my first time and missed it if you're not looking hard enough. It's on an extremely busy street with limited parking but it was all worth it in the end. The lady was super nice and helpful. Remembered my orders and drinks even though she was super busy. It was nice to actually get my drinks I ordered lol. Food was amazing as well. Today I learned you can order frozen Patties to take home and bake yourself!

    Solomon C.

    Ok hear me out. This spot is it. Extremely affordable with great food. Well wait what I ordered was great. I still need to go back to sample the rest of the menu. Oxtails 5/5 tender, and seasoned well. Mac&cheese 5/5 nice portion, seasoned perfectly and cheese to noodle ratio good. Rice&beans 5/5 seasoned good, cooked perfectly. Plantains 6/5 I didn't even like plantains. But the ones I jad here were so good. They brought the whole dish together. Jerk chicken 5/5 Some damn good bird. That's all I need to say. Service 5/5 My only true gripe is the lack of dining space. Nothing inside and like 3 tables on the outside. No where near a deal breaker for me, but I wouldn't mindthat little comfort. Just my opinion. Overall a wonderful experience.

    Jerk Turkey Our New Thanksgiving Tradition!
    Kiwoba -.

    We LOVED our Thanksgiving meal with Back A Yard! We had the jerk turkey and it was amazing, super moist and flavorful, just the perfect balance of spice and savory. The collard greens and plantains were also delicious, and the jerk salmon had great flavor too. My mom tried the jerk tofu and she absolutely loved it. The entire meal made our holiday feel warm, full, and truly special. We'll definitely be ordering again!

    PACKAGE THREE (WHOLE): 14-16 LB Jamaican-Style Juicy Jerk Turkey

    We ordered the package three which is cooked jerk turkey and just reheat along with sides (plantains and mac & cheese) for thanksgiving celebration. We chose to pick it up the day before thanksgiving, and the pickup process was quick, you check in, wait a couple minutes, someone comes out with your order, and then they'll go over what you ordered and provide reheating instructions. The day of thanksgiving, we followed the reheating instructions thoroughly, and when it was done, I cut the leg open and it was raw. Very unfortunate turn out on our first time hosting thanksgiving. I sent an email, and got a response the day after, and they issued a refund. Im giving them 2 stars for their service, and the product is what they need to work with. Quality control before serving to customers. Embarrassing and huge inconvenience on the day of thanksgiving.

    Jerk Pork and Beef Oxtails Combo
    Tracy T.

    I LOVE BACKAYARD!!! I swear anytime I'm sad and I feel like being comforted I'll get a pork and beef oxtail combo because this plate of food cures all. I usually order ahead online or doordash, and I've never had to wait more than 5 min for my meal. My go to before was jerk chicken and pork combo... but once I tried the oxtail I cannot go back. The flavors are both so powerful and complement the coconut rice so well. I'm also obsessed with the plantains ughh every texture and component in the combo bangs. Don't even get me started on the lil sauce that comes with your food. The price is also reasonable for how big the portion size is--I always end up splitting my bowl for two meals. It's more of a 4.5 for me because I truly love everything here. But sometimes the plantains are overdone or the pork is. I don't mind too much though because it's still a solid delicious meal!!

    Jerk Chicken and Beef Oxtails Combo plate
    Uyen T.

    I wish I didn't have to drive all the way to San Jose for the best Caribbean food of my life! Must tries: oxtail, goat, pork plates with a side of collard greens. Do not skip the collard greens. The Mac and cheese didn't disappoint either but you can get that anywhere. Their BBQ plate with tender pork ribs and hot-links is also a a favorite.

    Jerk Chicken White Meat & Beef Oxtails
    Jomar A.

    Always a good time eating anything from Back a Yard. I've been going for a year now and everytime it was delicious. So much flavor with their meats, the plantains delicious(don't go near closing or they might not have) and the sauces they have elevate the meal to a different level. Even doordashed, the food taste good when it arrives. The service could be better but can't blame them with it being next to a college. The deliciousness of the food makes up for it.

    Rosa V.

    I LOVE back a yard. Been going to different locations for over 6 years but I'm just confused as to why my plate didn't come with the plantains. That's the main let down as I look forward to the plantains.. it would be 5 stars but the just make sure to check your orders.

    Jerk Chicken & Beef Oxtails!

    Absolutely incredible food. Truly authentic. Also got the Mac and cheese, greens, and extra plantains with a Kola Champagne. Ordered takeout and it was ready within 10 minutes, super quick service. The perfect comfort meal if you love flavor!, highly recommend this spot!

    Oxtail chicken combo
    Joe V.

    I always stick to the OG in menlo park bc it always hits. I've been to other locations and sometimes it doesn't meet the standards. Just moved to this area but the fact this is walking distance I had to try. Fire! and they were pretty friendly with the portions especially with the oxtail. They only open for lunch hours so be mindful of that.

    inside...mostly pick-up...small counter seating area against the wall...

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    The oxtail always hits the spot. It falls right off the bone and the sauce its stewed in and how it's seasoned is perfect.

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