NIDO's BackYard

"We love grabbing a margarita (or three) and soaking in some sun on the patio at Nido’s Backyard, an outdoor Jack London Mexican restaurant. Their lunch and dinner specials (a main, dessert, and non-alcoholic drink) include mole, chocolate olive oil cake, and more." - julia chen 1

"An established Mexican favorite known for its authentic Mexican cuisine and vibrant atmosphere." - Alan Chazaro

"Nido’s Backyard in Oakland is all that you could ask from a margarita garden: It’s breezy, shaded, and painted with vibrant splashes of color, with a long, inviting bar pouring mezcal palomas and savory Oaxacan mojitos all day. The outdoor setting takes some of the pressure off of parents to keep things quiet and contained at the table — and even better, there are yard games. Elotes, fish tacos, and crispy flautas keep the food menu kid-friendly." - Justine Jones, Laura Smith Borrman

"Nido’s Backyard is Oakland’s best place to kick back in a colorful acapulco chair, lick salt off a margarita rim, and channel your inner sunbathing reptile. The entirely outdoors Mexican restaurant and self-proclaimed margarita garden is big enough to fit an ice rink, complete with umbrellas and heaters if the weather isn’t cooperating. Go in on a spread of fall-apart carnitas and slow-roasted duck enchiladas, and keep the mezcal and tequila coming. " - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez

"Lawn games, tables galore, and finally, something to drink beyond beer: Those are the draws at the “margarita garden” from the team behind popular Mexican spot Nido’s. The “backyard” is a collection of more than a dozen shipping containers, with plenty of space to enjoy food and drinks." - Eater Staff