Cafe at the Loren

1211 W Riverside Dr, Austin
(512) 580-1182

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So

Great view, food and service ;D Ask about their specials and what they recommend as it's a nice spot to relax and enjoy the views.

Maddie

Beautiful view. Overpriced food and our server, Anthony was a bit rude from the beginning to the end. We went on Monday @12 with reservations for the terrace. It wasn't crowded and we were seated immediately. Donald was the server for the table near us and he was much more pleasant to his table than our server

Jenny

Dave was a joy and was attentive at the right times. We sat outdoors and had a beautiful view. For food we had trout and lobster. Each bite was full of flavor. We did share the tuna and it was light and airy for an appetizer. Now you can't forget about dessert as a chocolate gal the chocolate torte was the way to go!

Sean

Service was excellent. Entrees were very hit or miss. Also came for the view to celebrate our anniversary and instead got sat in a chair facing the wall.

Wilson

We had a pretty good time here at Nido.  Made reservation for two on the outdoor terrace. The view was amazing. We ordered the grilled oyster, crab claws, wild boar lasagna, fitters, braised short rib, jerk chicken and lobster and few drinks. Food tasted really good but one of the dish was way too salty for us. Which was the braised short rib. My boyfriend pointed about our server it wasn't that great for the amount money we spent here but we didn't let that bother us.

Kate

Valentine's menu knocked our socks off - so good I am still thinking about it. Service was exceptional. Beautiful restaurant, everything was superb.

Myranda Mae Levens

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Loren Austin – where my nervous system finally unclenched Let me start by saying… I am not usually a “fancy hotel” kind of human. I don’t casually stay places where the lobby feels like an art gallery and the air smells expensive. So walking into The Loren felt like accidentally wandering into a life I didn’t know I was allowed to live — and honestly? I loved every second of it. From the moment we arrived, everything felt calm, intentional, and quietly luxurious. No chaos, no noise, no pressure to perform. Just peace. The kind that makes your shoulders drop without you realizing they were tense in the first place. The room? Stunning. Clean lines, warm tones, and windows that basically demand you pause and stare outside for a while. Morning coffee hit different with that view. Like… therapy, but aesthetic. Now let’s talk about the robes, because listen — I have worn robes before, but these were on another level. Soft, cozy, cloud-adjacent perfection. The kind that makes you question every robe you’ve ever owned and seriously consider “accidentally” taking it home. I didn’t… but I thought about it. The food? Incredible. Breakfast was a highlight — fluffy, comforting, beautifully plated, and honestly the kind of meal that makes you slow down because you don’t want it to end. Everything felt intentional, from the flavors to the presentation. The rooftop was another level entirely. Peaceful, clean, beautifully designed, and not overcrowded. Just calm energy, fresh air, and views that make you feel small in the best way. Now let’s talk Platinum card perks, because wow — they actually deliver. Early check-in, late checkout, daily breakfast credit, property credit… it all added up to feeling genuinely taken care of. Not gimmicky. Not awkward. Just thoughtful and seamless. This stay truly felt elevated because of it. And the staff? Warm, kind, and genuinely welcoming. No stiffness. No forced politeness. Just real humans who clearly care about creating a beautiful experience. Overall, The Loren isn’t just a hotel — it’s a reset. A pause. A deep breath. The kind of place that makes you feel like maybe life doesn’t always have to be rushed or loud or chaotic. Would I stay here again? Absolutely. Did I feel slightly like I was pretending to be fancier than I am? Maybe. Did I love every second anyway? Without question. Highly recommend if you want comfort, beauty, and a reminder that you’re allowed to enjoy nice things.

McKenzie

I absolutely love this space. The service, food, cocktails, and vibes are all amazing. Highly recommend

graeme

We've eaten here a number of times. Normally a good experience. This one was a bit of a miss. Mainly service related. Took over 40 minutes to get our pre dinner drinks. Entrees arrived about 10 minutes after appetizers were served, so we had no break between courses. Server brought check about 2 minutes after the dessert was placed in front of us, despite us not requesting it, and us actually planning on after dinner drinks. Then checked back 2 times while we were still eating to see if he could run payment. Can only assume his shift was ending, but it definitely made the whole evening feel rushed.

Spurthy

Nido had great food, ambience, music and views. We loved our experience and Dave was an amazing host.

Sierra

Very nice ambiance. The service was amazing, our server was so kind and took care of us well. Even when the kitchen would serve our food, they were so kind. Overall, food was great! I feel like there's maybe some better places for the same prices, but does not mean that the food was not exquisite!

Dennis

The place lives on the view and ambience, don't go with an appetite expecting 5 star food or service.

Carlos

Amazing experience!, it is worth every penny!, We will definitely do more experiences here

Juan

Fast service, the costumer service was on point and so was the food, I recommend booking in the outdoor table for the city view, I definitely recommend this place!

Ida

We had a lovely time enjoying the amazing food and drinks for lunch. Great service from Branden at the bar! Loved the presentation of each dish.

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