NIDO's BackYard
Mexican restaurant · Produce and Waterfront ·
Upbeat patio with modern Mexican bites, margaritas & agave
Upbeat patio with modern Mexican bites, margaritas & agave
"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
"If you’re looking for margaritas, totopos, and chilaquiles near Jack London Square, head to this outdoor-only agave bar. The casual spin-off of the now-closed Nido does crowd-pleasing Mexican dishes in a space adorned with murals, lots of cacti, and hanging string lights. Plus, it’s one of the easiest places in Oakland to make a reservation with a big group." - julia chen 1, lani conway
"An established Mexican favorite known for its authentic Mexican cuisine and vibrant atmosphere." - Alan Chazaro
"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
"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