They have decent pizza and breadsticks, but it's the rudest staff you'll ever meet. The one guy working was so mean to me and my girlfriend it will prevent me from ever returning read more

Backroom Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

11/10 for pizza that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Go to back room! The place feels like a hole in the wall, and that's how you know you're in the right spot. read more

Everything it needs to be. Massive portions for the price it's sort of a "birthday party" style slice if you know what i mean. It's cheesy greasy and hits the spot. Love it read more

The pizza was averages but the service was poor. The guys had an amazing attitude just because I asked for a box. They have absolutely no option for to go. I guess they want you to trek across campus holding a soggy slice of pizza. He literally flung the pizza in the box, didn't close the lid and just left it on his side of the counter and left. This kind of sh***y attitude is amazing read more

$1 pizza? Yeah you heard it right. I'm going to go out on a limb and say this is my preferred pizza by the slice near South U. Cheaper than pizza house, and easier to eat than the messy South U Pizza. Cheese pizza is $1, pepperoni a little more. They offer many combo deals where you can get a drink and two slices of pizza for a low price. They even let you buy the whole pizza right on the spot and put it in a box for you to go If you come really late during a Friday or Saturday there will likely be a wait down the block. The pizza makers move the line very quickly though. Never have had to wait more than 5 minutes. There's a $5 minimum credit card charge but it's easy to spend over $5 if with friends. The place is SMALL. Fits maybe 6 people in line, no place to sit down inside. There are some tables outside if the weather is nice. They chain down the parmesan cheese and red pepper if that tells you anything about the crowd. read more

Great pizza and super nice staff. Been a while since I have been here but still good food.

2 years ago I would've given a 4 star for backroom. Since then they changed recipes and cut the pieces into quarters instead of sixths or eighths. Juan is the only reason this gets 2 stars instead of 1 now. Juan is a legend. read more

Okay, it's not the best pizza in the world but it's about the only place where you can get an affordable slice of pizza. When you and a friend are out and want a quick bite, it's nice to be able to get one slice rather than an entire pizza. read more

During the day, Backroom isn't usually too busy. The pizza doesn't have much sauce, and I think that's part of what makes it so good. It's the same pizza that the Brown Jug makes, and for only $1 for pizza, and $1.50 for a pop, it's the best place to go for just a slice or two of pizza. The ordering room is very small, with only a counter, small area, and poop dispenser, but during the day, it's no problem. They have a picnic table just outside if you're looking to eat there. read more

I discovered this place one drunken night coming home from a party as well. All I did was follow where my nose was leading me. I don't know if it was the effects of alcohol that enhanced my tastebuds but Backroom Pizza is probably one of my top choices for tasty, cheap pizza. It's opened late and so if it's 3 am and you swear you will murder someone if you don't get food ASAP (always the case for me), then you can always count on Backroom. There usually is a long line of drunk, hungry, rowdy college kids so it's quite an endeavor to get past the line but the reward is well worth it. Come right before they close and sometimes the nice staff there will even give you a whole pizza pie for a few bucks! I reccomend sprinkling on a load of parmesan cheese and chili flakes to further enhance the flavor. I have to warn you, the grease literally drips from the pizza crust and will make your napkin transparent. I had it when I was sober and I felt quite sick after, but when you're drunk, who gives a damn. read more

1. Go to Rick's. 2a. Get lucky. 2b. Not so lucky? Leave at closing time, subdue possible emotional pain and certain physical drunkenness with $1 slices here. 3. Repeat. read more

Backroom Pizza is a little treasure that Freshmen will find as they drunkenly walk back to their dorms after a night of partying. Down the road, they will realize that it will become a staple of their post-partying adventures; and for this Senior, it most certainly has. Everyone gets a bit hungry after trying to push through crowds of people at house parties, or making a trek to a hot spot, or even playing a tough game of beer pong. For those looking to get their munch on for less than $2 a slice, Backroom pizza is the place to be. The pizza is surprisingly good for such a cheap price; and that's while tasting it sober! So you know it seems like a culinary oasis when there's nothing but carbonation and hops in your liver. The employees are quick and there never seems to be a shortage of pizza. You might even tip them a little extra because their service, the pizza, and the satisfaction was spectacular. The only downfall is that this place is tiny, which means the lines can become incredibly long. The good news is that the service is quick, and they always have pizza ready. So if you're patient, you'll get your pizza in no time. Also, I'm not sure if they accept credit/debit cards. At a price so cheap though, I don't see who would offer. I've never tried to pay with anything else but cash. So just make sure to have cash handy. Cheap, quick, and delicious. After a night of fun, no matter where home is, stumble on down to Backroom for some surprisingly good pizza. Just make sure it doesn't come back up before the night is over you inexperienced Freshmen! read more

What can you say about Backroom Pizza. It's probably the ultimate after drinking snack. The pizza always seems to taste awesome. I don't know if its the cheese or the fact you're only playing a dollar for a giant slice. It's only downfall comes that sometimes there can be a huge line. Which can suck during the winter. But once you sink your teeth into that slice, you'll be in heaven. read more

It is what it is--cheap, greasy pizza that you can get late at night. Nothing stellar, so just 3 stars. It doesn't reek as bad as South U's pizza, so I much prefer this location. read more

Backroom? Meh! I was never impressed with Backroom once I sobered up. Honestly kids, if it only tastes good when you're wasted, then it's probably not good. In fact, aren't most things like this? When the pizza dough is slimy, you know, when you go to bite into a piece and you notice that the bottom of the slice is as greasy as the top, then it's going to be rough the next morning after that goes through you. That I know for a fact. Still, I too have fallen victim to the siren song of Backroom on a stumble from the bar. I can't knock them too bad when they're not charging an arm and a leg for their pizza, and at least for the moment I was content. read more

If you just want a fresh, hot, standard slice of cheese or pepperoni pizza that you can pick up in just a few minutes, then seek no further, this is the place for you. Whether it's after the bars close down (beware of the long lines) or just for a late night study snack on my way back to my place, I've always appreciated that a warm slice of pizza seems always available no matter what time it is. Don't expect the best pizza you ever had, but don't expect the worst either (this place still beats dominoes). But if you want a quick late night slice of warm pizza for a dollar and a quarter, it's Backroom pizza all the way. read more

I'm curious to see what this would taste like during the day, sober. The times I have been here, it has been a dependable source of fuel for the weekend. It's counter service, with no seating, just a counter. Several pizzas are usually ready, you can order a few slices on a plate, or buy a whole pizza to be boxed up and shared with buddies. Slices are cheap but whole pizzas are even cheaper, about 6 bucks for a decent sized pizza that we split three ways with three ravenously hungry people. Every time, it tastes wonderfully cheesy and the bread is soft and thin, yet durable enough to hold all that cheese. Try adding some of the garlic/parmesan seasonings they have on the counter. It can be a bit greasy, but that's what tastes good when you're inebriated. Remember to grab some extra napkins. Staff isn't all that friendly, but who would be when dealing with belligerent college students 24/7. They are open late. read more

Every town has it's absolutely scrumptuous cheap late night pizza place where most of the revenue is made between 1:30 and 3:00 AM. The gold standard of these is Backroom pizza. Every town in America that has ever served a beer deserves to have this quality of pizza. It's cheap, so the undergrads are happy. It's near Rick's so many of the grad students are happy too. Also, if you can persuade your server in the Brown Jug you can get them to sneak you pizza through the kitchen. read more

As many people have said, one reason for this place's existence is to dispense fat and carb that soak up alcohol. My reason for this place's existence, though, is for that time of the month when I run out of money and all I can afford are their $1 pizzas. Probably shouldn't go here otherwise. read more

You got 10 minutes between classes, the change in the bottom of your backpack, and you're hungry. Usually, this is a recipe for some off-brand potato chips from the vending machine, but not today, for you've found Backroom Pizza. The entire establishment is designed for speed- a quick few steps to the counter, an even $1.25, and a paper plate with a slice of pizza. If done smoothly, you could be in and out in less than a minute. Although not really on the way to any classes, it is very close to campus. The pizza itself is better than what you'd expect for the price. Each fairly large slice is enough to hold you over for another class. It tends to be greasy, but not to the point of being a soup. Overall, it is the best choice for food given the price and speed of service, and fills the niche for busy, poor college students that need to eat. read more

Backroom pizza is synonymous with being drunk and young in Ann Arbor. And while I am still a drunk, I am no longer young. This may be lamentable on several levels, but being able to only afford Backroom after the bar is not one of them. Don't get me wrong, its not hyperbole to say that 2 well timed slices of Backroom saved my life more than once. Its cheap and available - the two most important things people look for at 2am. But as I get a little on in years and a little more cash in my pocket, I can spurn the Backroom for the much tastier (albeit more expensive) NYPD. I'd be remiss not to give a nod to the pizza of the proletariat however. Thanks Backroom. Keep on soaking up the booze in the stomachs of undergrads. You're doing god's work. read more

Backroom Pizza isn't going to win any awards for taste, but when you want a quick grease fix, it does the job. Cheap. Convenient. Fast. As another poster said, it is the Taco Bell of pizza. If you want real pizza, go somewhere else. If you find yourself walking around Ann Arbor after a few beers, this is your go-to spot. read more

Great pizza, awesome service, and cool decorations. Definitely will be coming again! Keep it up Backroom!

The perfect place to go if you want pizza that is cheap and greasy. The slices are decently sized and filling. The pizza definitely is not gourmet, but it's good for the price. It's a great place to go late at night when you're craving something quick and easy to eat. read more

This place WILL JIP YOU IF YOU ARE DRUNK please be aware I know got 3 pieces but because I was drunk they charged me for 4. I questioned it but I was too drunk to fight it. Yes they WILL cheat you so please have cash ready. They take advantage of drunk students so be cognizant of that. It's unfair & illegal. It's a fraudulent business so please have cash set aside. read more

There was hair melted in my cheese. Guy gave me an attitude when I asked for another slice. read more

Backroom is one of my favorite places in Ann Arbor, and I have been eating here since I was in high school and will continue to as long as I am this broke. The pizza is so cheap, and sometimes it is even tastier than pizza I would pay 5 bucks a slice for. It's definitely hit or miss on taste sometimes, but for $1 a slice (for cheese) you can only win! read more

I'm giving this place 4 stars basically because of what the business model is and how they do it: very well. Cheese slices for a dollar and pepperoni for 1.50. That's it. They're huge slices so its filling and the pizza isn't bad either. Is it great? When you're starving and poor (wait isn't that mostly all college students?). Whole cheese pizzas for 6 dollars and its leaps and bounds better than little ceasers. Great dive read more

Backroom is like the taco bell of pizza; you've had it about a hundred times in college after the bar, but have never actually had it sober. The sad thing for me is, even after a night of crazed dancing and drinking at Rick's and Charleys, as I'm stumbling to get home, thinking I'm half human, half garbage disposal, as I mow down a piece or two or ten of backroom pizza, it just never has hit the spot for me. Maybe its because I can't find the coordination to place the pizza in my mouth, or because I accidentally get crushed red peppers in my eyes and it feels like someone splashed liquid hot magma (Austin Powers reference) into my eyes, or simply because I think my slice of pizza is apparently a pillow and I wonder why there is pepperoni in my ear when I wake up the next morning. Either way, when I look at the pictures from the previous night to recall what I actually did, when I see that greasy and glistening piece of pizza in my hand, I don't really get feeling of joy and elation, rather feelings of, why did I do that again (I'm talking about the pizza here people, get your mind out of the gutter). Until next time... read more

I'm so glad to see this place is still here! I had heard that Backroom and the Brown Jug had closed down years ago - they're a cornerstone of my undergrad education. Backroom and Brown Jug share a kitchen and are on cross streets. If you're checking out Ann Arbor yelp reviews you already know all about Backroom, what else is there to add? It's cheap, it's HOT, it's basic, and it's ready when you need a slice in a hurry. read more

The best cheap late-night pizza you will love to eat. I have had it when I wasn't inebriated and it was still really good. The only downside is that it's cash only. But other than that, I don't know why you would bother going to south U pizza if backroom is right around the corner. read more

Best cheap pizza in Ann Arbor with one caveat, you need to get fresh out of the oven pizza. They often leave old pizza stagnating under the heat lamp for ages.. and if you don't hit the Backroom at the right time (read: near bar close) you will have a sub par experience. read more

$1 cheese slices, $1.50 pepperoni, and not much else. It's not the best quality pizza, nor is it the most well-seasoned, nor do you get many choices. You can't have meat-lovers, and no, they don't have supreme. But when you've been out drinking and could probably use some food in your stomach, it'll do you good. When you're running late and have 30 seconds to grab food, Backroom is there when you need it. When you have to count out your laundry quarters, wishing you had enough money for something to eat, it dawns on you that you can afford a slice of Backroom, and the greasy goodness saves the day. read more

How are you going to advertise a burrito and then never be able to make it.. Got it once and I have been back 5 times and they couldn't make it any of the times.. read more

Okay. Just taste-wise it doesn't really deserve a FIVE, but with the combination of your drunken taste buds and $1 a slice, it does deserve a 5 I guess. NYPD is good too for a quick slice after drinking but way too expensive for a broke college girl. It's alwaaays crowded there on weekend nights with lotsa drunk dudes and girls going at it but after you get your slice and walk off with it, feels heavenly after the torture you did to your body by dumping alcohol in it. Gives you a safe feeling that at least your hangover will be less in the morning since you ate something (although it might make it worse from all the God-knows-what that goes in there) Also, it was pretty good when I ate it when i wasn't drunk.. but only when it was freshly made. Not so good when it gets cold hard and yucky.. and it gets cold hard and yucky fast. read more

Oh, backroom. I would never, ever eat at a place of a lower quality than this. But if you want the absolute cheapest slices in town that might not kill you, here's your place. Pretty much only appropriate after a night of heavy heavy drinking, probably a night that ended at Rick's. When you're so drunk that cardboard would taste good, this will be a nice treat. read more

Backroom is best for late night, un-sober pizza. It's actually good anytime of the day, however. It's not anything special. But it's good and cheap. You get a slice of cheese or pepperoni, which you can top with a handful of things like Parmesan, lemon pepper, oregano, etc., but there isn't really much else. You cannot go there and expect much. If you do, you'll be disappointed as soon as you walk in the door and realize there is nothing to the place but a counter to order and pay at. But there is something about the greasy pizza that will draw you back to Backroom again and again. read more

Backroom- I've loved you since the Jug was changed irrepably. Thank you for feeding me decent pizza by the slice when I was poor. Cheap, yes. Lower-quality, yes. But it is what it is and I like it! read more

Whether you're walking around campus and looking for a bite, coming back from a (hopefully) big win and need some energy, or wandering home drunk after a crazy night Backroom is the best pizza you will find. The crust is salty enough to provide some flavor, the cheese is melted perfectly, and you can't beat the price. read more

It's good on a night when you are drunk or if you need a $1 dollar slice of pizza. But the quality of the pizza itself is hit and miss. You only have cheese or pepperoni to choose from so variety is low. During the day, when pizza doesn't go as fast, pizza tends to be on the miss side. I'd go with South U Pizza instead. read more