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The Backdoor

4.2(106)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 106 reviews (Google rating)Bar Downtown Rochester (Main Street)
Closed today
(248) 759-4951 Directions thebackdoortacos.com

Quick facts

The Backdoor is a bar at 401 S Main St in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI, open Tue–Sat from undefined. takeout, delivery and dine-in available.

Address
401 S Main St, Rochester, MI 48307
Phone
+1248-759-4951
Hours today
Closed today

About The Backdoor

The Backdoor is a date-night restaurant at 401 S Main St in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI, pairing fresh Mexican food with an upbeat, speakeasy-style atmosphere. Its drinks selection includes more than 150 tequilas, handmade craft cocktails and margaritas, along with beer and wine. Created as a sister restaurant to D’Marcos Italian, The Backdoor shares its family and local ownership. The setting is described as casual, cozy and hip, with cocktails and fast service among its listed highlights.

Dine-in guests have table service, and food is also served at the bar. The restaurant offers happy-hour drinks, takeout and delivery, and is listed as suitable for both groups and solo dining. Paid parking is available in a lot and on the street; wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible restroom are also listed. Credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments are accepted. Its Google rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 106 reviews.

Known for

  • More than 150 tequilas
  • Handmade craft cocktails and margaritas
  • Fresh Mexican food
  • Upbeat, speakeasy-style atmosphere
  • Family- and locally owned

Good for

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • guacamole
  • tacos

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Food and atmosphere was great. Service was slow even though there were only 4 other tables. The table next to us got their food and drinks before me eventhough I placed my order before they were seated. A little disappointed.”

    — Chong, September 8, 2026 · google

  • “Closed. No notice, nothing on social media. Just closed. Lame.”

    — Brian Smith, September 4, 2026 · google

  • “The tacos were horrible, dry and bland. Guacamole and the queso tasted off. The skinny marg was terrible as they added artificial sweetener??? I will say the pineapple jalapeños marg was good. This is the first time I’ve been back si…”

    — Jennifer Foster, August 14, 2026 · google

  • “Cannot beat the happy hour prices. Probably the best happy hour in Rochester.”

    — Simon Little, July 22, 2026 · google

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The Backdoor — frequently asked

Is The Backdoor open on Mondays?
No — The Backdoor is closed on Mondays.
Where is The Backdoor?
The Backdoor is at 401 S Main St, Rochester, MI 48307.
Does The Backdoor do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, The Backdoor offers takeout and offers delivery.
What is the phone number for The Backdoor?
You can reach The Backdoor on +1248-759-4951.

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