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Nido, Austin, TX

Nido

4.5 (1397)
$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
1211 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Luxury takes root in the heart of Austin at Nido, bringing the charm of the area together with the culinary techniques of coastal Europe, all perched above Lady Bird Lake and the energetic cityscape.

Nido is located on the rooftop of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake - recently named by Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure Magazine as "one of the hottest hotel openings in the world." Nido nods to the surrounding and native Hill Country, giving diners a one-of-a-kind respite to experience worldly-travel through food. Nido’s selection of carefully crafted, seasonal menus are internationally-inspired with a focus on classical technique.

Reservations are available for inside the dining room and the dining tables in the bar. Lounge seating is available on a walk in basis in the bar and on the terrace for drinks and snacks.

For more information, please visit https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant and follow @Nidoatx on Instagram.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Lounge, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 580-1183
  • Website
    https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Christian Grindrod
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private dining spaces for up to 100 guests. Please reach out to atx.sales@thelorenhotel.com
  • Location
    1211 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
  • Neighborhood
    Bouldin Creek
  • Cross street
    South Lamar & W Riverside Drive
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • PRETTY WOMAN CINEMA SERIES JULY 23RD

    $65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 23, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    The Loren Hotel Austin kicks off its first Dinner Cinema Series this July – a true dinner theater experience. Chef Christian Grindrod of onsite restaurant Nido has created a multi-course menu timed to each film's key moments. "Pretty Woman" (July 23 & 24) and "A Good Year" (July 30 & 31). Every bite choreographed to the screen. Limited seating.

  • PRETTY WOMAN CINEMA SERIES JULY 24TH

    $65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 24, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    The Loren Hotel Austin kicks off its first Dinner Cinema Series this July – a true dinner theater experience. Chef Christian Grindrod of onsite restaurant Nido has created a multi-course menu timed to each film's key moments. "Pretty Woman" (July 23 & 24) and "A Good Year" (July 30 & 31). Every bite choreographed to the screen. Limited seating.

  • A GOOD YEAR CINEMA SERIES JULY 30TH

    $65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 30, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    The Loren Hotel Austin kicks off its first Dinner Cinema Series this July – a true dinner theater experience. Chef Christian Grindrod of onsite restaurant Nido has created a multi-course menu timed to each film's key moments. "Pretty Woman" (July 23 & 24) and "A Good Year" (July 30 & 31). Every bite choreographed to the screen. Limited seating.

Offers

  • Snack Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 2:15 PM - 4:30 PM
    Reservations made between 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM will be offered our limited snack menu. Full dinner menus shall be presented after 5:00 PM. Thank you!

Menu

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What 1,397 people are saying

Nido 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nido boasts "stunning views" of Austin, an inviting atmosphere, and a "beautifully designed" space. The menu features "deliciously unique dishes" like Mahi-Mahi and lamb ragú, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails. While some reviews note inconsistent service, the "friendly" and "attentive" staff often enhance the dining experience.
1,397 Reviews

  1. Alexis

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly one of the best stops we have been on! Service was beautiful and drinks are top notch

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  2. Karin

    Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nido has an amazing view of downtown Austin and LadyBird Lake. It is a wonderful place for a special night out. The service was the best, couldn’t ask for better. Food was delicious. Food portions are on the small side but wonderfully prepared.

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  3. shreyas

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome Food and Drinks ! Nice ambience! And the hosts were very welcoming and friendly.

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  4. Christian Me VIP

    Austin6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice place for drinks. Wow this place has a fantastic view. But they are leaning into that a bit to hard. The food was underwhelming and disappointing. I was thinking about the food from at least ten other restaurants in Austin that i wish Nido was serving last night. Great place, I hope the food improves.

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  5. Sushanto

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lot about this place especially about the view of LBJ lake. That turned out to be true. However, the food and drinks were fabulous too. We had the Octopus Carpacchio, Hamachi Som Tam and Corn Fritters. All were excellent. Cocktails were perfect! I had the Norwegian Wood. Initially sat inside but towards the end, they seated us outside as we had requested. Great service!

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  6. ALEJANDRA

    Coahuila1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    El lugar muy lindo, excelente vista y la atención bien, de repente se tardaba en traer refrescos o se nos perdía el mesero, el menú no viene explicado cada plato así que tienes que preguntar porque asumimos unas cosas y eran otras, no está mal pero la comida solo bien, no es que se me antoje volver a ir por la comida. El vaso donde nos sirvieron agua olía feo

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  7. Faisal

    Austin1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was horrible, I had to go find the server for our table after waiting for 25 minutes. After she served our food, she was no where to be found, I had to look her again 20 minutes after we finished our dinner. It boggles my mind how a great restaurant can have such poor service.

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  8. Ben

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently stayed at the hotel and had an exceptional experience from start to finish. The property itself is stunning, with thoughtfully designed spaces and a variety of inviting seating options. We chose to dine at the restaurant in the lounge, which offered an eclectic, casual atmosphere paired with sweeping views of downtown Austin — a perfect setting for a relaxed evening. The service was both warm and professional, striking a balance that made us feel genuinely taken care of. Our drinks were expertly crafted, with a strong attention to detail and flavor. The food was beautifully presented and even more impressive in taste — each dish was thoughtfully prepared and delivered bold, balanced flavors that truly reflect the high standards of Austin’s vibrant culinary scene. The experience continued the next morning with breakfast, which was equally impressive. Every item we ordered was fresh, delicious, and elegantly plated, rounding out our stay on a high note. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant. it’s a standout destination for anyone looking to enjoy excellent service, great ambiance, and top-tier cuisine in the heart of Austin.

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  9. Khizar

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall fantastic place. Great view and ambience. Only place where it lost the 5th star is that it was very difficult to get the Server’s attention. After having my hand up for quite some time, I finally resorted to getting another server to listen to us. But then the original server later returned and deliberately pointed out multiple times that we got another server’s help. This made us uncomfortable. Either be attentive or don’t be mad if the customer resorts to alternatives.

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  10. Camille

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered 2 Non Alc drinks that were delicious though pricey. Mahi-mahi was excellent with unique complimentary flavors. A little loud. We didn’t request a seating location and should have been asked to be seated near the windows. Total miss. Would have added to the experience.

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FAQs

Nido is rated 4.5 stars by 1397 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nido

1211 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    South Lamar & W Riverside Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Bouldin Creek
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Lounge, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christian Grindrod
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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