Service is always ABOVE AND BEYOND! The food is always so good. The atmosphere makes for a pleasant lunch or dinner during every visit. My dog, Sir Benjamin, absolutely loves getting his scrambled eggies here. He is always properly served and welcomed to sit in the booth with us. Can I tell you how great it is? When we're at Nordstrom shopping and not stopping in to eat, he will literally PULL US to the cafe! No joke. He had a bad life before we rescued him (tragic) so he wins every time. He gets those eggs even if we weren't planning on it Thank you for treating him so well! read more

Such a friendly and helpful staff!! The process is new to me, when you get to the entrance of the Bistro they take your order - you pay and sit where you like. The server comes by to see your receipt. The order came out in a timely manner. Great taste and quality!! Definitely will go back! read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - Grilled salmon- kids menu - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I had seen the bistro a couple times while shopping at Nordstrom, but never ventured inside. Finally did. What a great place to dine in the mall! Located on the second floor of Nordstrom, you order and pay at the counter, take the receipts/tickets in and find your own table. The staff was great--nice, friendly and helpful. They come check your tickets, submit it to the kitchen, and bring your drinks. The food was delicious!! The ambiance was great. Excited to go back and try more items on their menu. read more

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Everyone was incredibly kind! Food was amazing! They only wanted the best for my experience and continued to go above and beyond even after I paid. They accidentally made an extra entree and gave it to me for free! I have to shout out Mahni and Scott. They obviously care for their customers. They went above and beyond to make my "pre-vacation day off" the best it could be. Definitely coming back here during my mall trips :) read more

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The Café Bistro at Nordstrom in Austin is a pleasant surprise tucked inside the store. The space is bright and comfortable, with friendly service that feels genuine rather than scripted. The menu offers fresh, well-prepared options -- the salads are crisp, and the sandwiches and soups are flavorful without being heavy. It's an easy spot for a relaxed lunch or a quick bite after shopping, with just the right mix of quality and convenience. One of the nicest surprises to find this hidden gem in the store. Food and shopping are my favorite things . read more

if you gotta be at the mall and you gotta eat well, The Bistro is and always has been the best option to get a meal of substance. the staff is always warm and friendly and the chefs make a mean cinnamon pancake for breakfast. Seats are a little worm and it could use a facelift but it adds to the character. read more

STAY AWAY... UNLESS YOU LIKE **WORMS** IN YOUR FOOD! They offered a small discount on the next order. When we told them that was unacceptable the reaction was "oh well..." clearly Nordstrom Bistro does not care about customers... they despise customer service and food safety. read more

Felt like having a drink and a seat. Was told they don't have any beverages. Either bad service or a bad selection. Either way - 0 stars

Not sure what happened to this place. It was great a few years ago! Now the food isn't fresh and the cooks aren't good.

Decent breakfast sandwich and salad. The butter served with the roll was actually one of the highlights, slightly sweet, hints of cheese, all around great butter! Pretty high price point for what you're getting. It was also noticeably warm, almost hot as soon as you stepped in from Nordstroms. An interesting experience to check out once, but hard to justify making this a repeat thing. read more

Kitchen took inordinate amount of time to get order out and the restaurant wasn't that busy. Cilantro lime shrimp salad was nothing like its heyday here. The lettuce had no crunch. The positive: the server was pleasant and attentive. Was hoping for a return to quality food here- Domain location is far better. read more

On a whim we decided to try our old haunt Nordstrom's bistro. To summarize --We were super jazzed that the food and service are back to pre-Covid days. Perhaps a new manager is running the place? We Noticed right off that the employees were quite cheerful. Also, we were surprised that the assistant manager, MANDO brought us our food! A warm and wonderful guy who was genuinely interested in our dining experience. Leah's service cheerful ways were lovely... Just the right amount attention. The chef that made the Texas style burger madeA hell of a burger-- just like the appetizer and Brussel sprouts! We will becoming back on a regular basis---yahoo!! read more

Food was so salty it smelled like a pool. Tables were sticky. Terrible drinks and service. Sad to see it has declined so much

I haven't been here in a while and it was nice to go back. The food was phenomenal. It's not cheap, but you're not going to the bistro in Nordstrom for a "good deal" anyway, right? I got a cup of their legendary bisque and it was so delicious while not being overly creamy and rich (in my opinion.) I also got the lump crab, avocado and mango salad and every single ingredient was fresh and tasty and the dressing was just a perfect accompaniment- not overbearing. Their hot tea selection was also great- had a jasmine green that was lovely. Here's the unexpected part: I sad at the bar so in full view of the kitchen and the back and forth between the manager/expeditor, servers and chef/cooks. I spent several years working in restaurants and I was just floored with how incredible this crew was! Everyone was calm and respectful to each other (tough to do during a rush) while also communicating and moving everything through with a sense of urgency. The clear focus on providing a great experience was evident. Super impressive! This gets me to my next point and frankly my only "complaint" about my visit: the setup where you pay (and presumably tip) in advance is clunky and I'm certain leads to fewer tips than this crew clearly deserves. Asking customers (not at the bar) to tip in advance of any service received is a recipe for receiving no tip or a very small one. So few people have cash on hand to tip after the meal so, at the very least, there should be a second opportunity to tip on a card. The pay up front model fits with a cafeteria or buffet- not a high end bistro with excellent service- just my two cents. read more

This is for the stellar service that Scott delivered. He is the best server here. He is engaging and friendly. We enjoyed the food, easy to order (upfront) and comfortable. Food came in fast and efficiently. Nice break from shopping to get fuel for more shopping! read more

The quality of the restaurant itself, the ordering process (you have to wait at the cash register in line to order like it's Panera bread but it's $30+ per person), the food, seating, and ambiance is dramatically lower than at the domain or La Canterra. Yet, this location charges more than La Canterra. Needs a renovation and reorg. read more

This place is all about presentation, and the vibe and service are nice, but they price it to match how it looks, without the food quality to match. The appetizer tacos use hard taco shells, and the chicken in them seemed very ground up, definitely not fresh. The veggies were fresh though The crab bisque soup also definitely wasn't fresh. Very little actual crab, too. I suppose given the volume and location this makes sense, but again the pricing is too high for this quality of food. read more

You will be pleasantly surprised if you decide to go to Cafe Bistro. I know I was surprised over Cafe Bistro being so delicious despite it being owned by Nordstrom. Nothing wrong with Nordstrom, I just wasn't expecting a department store to be capable of opening such a killer restaurant. You should have no problem with finding parking near the Nordstrom entrance of Barton Creek Mall. Be aware that you should dress on the nicer side. This cafe isn't a casual cafe where you can just wear some casual jeans and t-shirt outfit. My favorite dish is the turkey club sandwich. The club sandwich is chock full of your typical parts of a sandwich: tomatoes, lettuce, turkey, etc. But it's not like you'll have a hard time taking a bite out of the sandwich without food falling out from the sandwich. The fries that come with the sandwich are just as good too. They are neither too crunchy nor too mushy, and they come with their own sauce. As for the dessert options, I always go for the bread pudding. Cafe Bistro has the best bread pudding in Austin as far as I know. The white chocolate sauce is so smooth and buttery, and the bread pudding itself is so tender. You can definitely chew on the bread pudding and realize it's bread, but nowhere is there any hard spots that they forgot to soften for serving. The bread pudding is aesthetically pleasing because the plate is covered with the white chocolate sauce, and a small swirl of raspberry sauce is added in case you like your bread pudding dipping sauce to be more fruity. The mint leaves and the couple of raspberries are a nice finishing touch. read more

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Friendly staff, great coffee, yummy breakfast. We enjoyed our breakfast very much. The fruit smoothie with granola and fresh banana was delicious. The bacon, spinach, cheddar quiche was outstanding. I recommend! read more

Did heavy shopping at Nordstrom's and guess what I look forward to is the Bistro resturant they do have several menu items you have to try. One is the French onion soup amazing flavor of perfectly baked very well, has a less salty taste than most onion soups I had which I felt compelled to let everyone know it was bursting with flavors of onions with melted cheese. I also ordered the Mushroom Pepperoni Pizza so good between the two I truly loved both equally. My wine that was served to me was a Rose' a real summer type of wine light and perfect for the occasion. The waiter was very attentive and loves the fact he always made sure butter with bread was served to me after a busy day for me. The bar is also a nice touch cool decor and seemed to be busy. So many people visit this amazing place to shop and eat. Highly recommend this sweet place to everyone. read more

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This is the best place to get a meal at the mall if you want something that isn't fast food. Tucked away in Nordstrom, you'll have time away from the crowds to refuel for more shopping. The ordering process is a bit confusing. You order your food up front, pay, and then you are seated and have a server. Make sure you request to add a tip when you pay for your meal. There is not a place to add a tip on the receipt and you won't have an opportunity to tip after your meal unless you have cash. read more

Great food, great ambiance, great service, and good prices. The mango crab salad was incredibly fresh. The French dip au jeu is one of the best. French fries are exceptional. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

placed an order for food both to go and dined in, food is well prepared, portioned, and also family friendly. it is worth the wait however if you are impatient you have someone in your family or friend hold a place in line, just remember its about 10-15 minute wait or longer depending on the day of week or any type of promotion Nordstrom does in store. I have long to love the cilantro lime shrimp salad, the soup of the day, chef's special, sandwiches and new items I usually taste while I am there. Why not check it out for yourself. Menu changes with the chef's feature special. read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - Ginger sesame - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yelp pointed me to this place and it was worth going back into the mall for. The menu was quite eclectic with lots of healthy choices but of course I got the special which was pasta! Haha also with chicken, brussels, and artichoke. The service was impeccable and quite impressive even at the height of lunch. Now here's my sole complaint. I don't carry cash. You order and pay up front and the ticket is closed. That would possibly signal that there isn't a need to tip the server that provided you excellent service. Wrong. This is not a tip inclusive place. I asked my server if he could reopen the check for me. He said he has to reswipe the card and I tell him what to put. He was very appreciative since they only earn minimum wage. Now...how many people just walk the tip because they don't know? The cashier could easily leave the check open. read more

What can I say? I was here yesterday at Nordstrom's Barton Creek's Cafe Bistro with my brother and the food was mega delish! The crab bisque was off the hook! You want to have a powerhouse day, have a cup of this and just trust in me. Our server Scott welcomed us with a personality that made us feel like we were good family friends, he made us laugh and given the day we had it was so well received? Scott thank you for your amazingness. Today laura, Garret and chef Molly greeted my party and I with a warm welcome and fabulous smiles and service. What can I say?? Nordstrom's when you get it right you get it right! 5 Stars all the way! read more

So like today I went to this restaurant and I expected it to be like super good. First I waited like so long in line to be seated and my legs were hurting like so much. When we sat down the water had like a bunch of ice in it so I thought it be cold but when I was swallowing it it tasted warm. I ordered the margarita pizza and the simple salad and when it came I was unpleased. The margarita pizza tasted like bread and cheese it literally didn't have sauce. The salad was like really bad it was super dry and it only had tomatoes in it. I felt super sick after and I'm never coming back again. I had super high expectations. Never coming back! #Ew #lol read more

If you're not sure about Café Bistro at Nordstrom's, take this mini-test and see if you can answer "Yes" to any three of the following statements: 1. For some reason, you absolutely, positively, have to eat somewhere inside Barton Creek Mall. 2. You think mall food courts generally suck. 3. You think mall food courts generally suck, but the Sarku line today is a little too long. (Okay, I like Sarku.) 4. You think Nordstrom's is pretty cool, if perhaps on the pricey side. But probably anything they do is going to be okay. 5. You have an odd affectation for all things Seattle. 6. You just won't let go of those old Nirvana & Pearl Jam Cd's. 7. You're curious where all the Women from Westlake might be. 8. You like cloth napkins. 9. You can take or leave Starbucks, but really enjoy good coffee, preferably in a real cup not made of paper or Styrofoam. 10. You're pals with Melissa A, who texts you on a lazy Friday afternoon with, "Want to eat at Nordstrom's?" The Hybrid Ordering System: You're handed a menu in line, you order and pay at the register, and you're seated by a host and meet your server like any other restaurant. I get how your order is probably being fired before you're even seated, and this results in a quick and efficient service. On the other hand, if I'm waiting in a line while I'm looking at empty tables, I start getting antsy. You'll either like this system or not. Venue: It sure doesn't feel like you're inside a mall. Service: Once you're seated, it sure doesn't feel like you're inside a mall. Food: They don't do French-fries here. They do Frites. Nitpicks: The risotto was a tad salty for me and the shortcake biscuit too firm. But then again, I'm in a mall having risotto, strawberry shortcake, and really great coffee on a lazy Friday afternoon. I thought that was pretty cool and had a marvelous time. Best Time for Café Bistro: Let's see, that would be pretty much whenever this place is open. And if you don't get a special invitation from Melissa A, then hey, shoot me a text - I'll come hang with you. read more

Cafe Bistro at Nordstrom's is better than most mall food. The wood-fired oven produces some good pizza and the entree salads (I am slightly addicted to the oriental grilled chicken version...) are lip-smackin' good. The crab bisque is nice but needs to be a bit crabbier to lift it to better than average. Be sure to request more cheese straw thingeys to go with the bisque. The wait staff is helpful but the weird 'order and pay first then take a seat' is a star-stealer. There is also a VERY high yin factor here - you got to struggle past women's underwear (....man, those are some big bras) to get to the Cafe and most of your fellow diners will be Westlake soccer moms on a shoe fetish excursion (which may have an upside, who knows). read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - Nordstrom Pizza - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nordstrom knows how to do the old-fashioned department store experience, from the days where one store was your destination, and you could take care of everything you needed that day in one spot, including food. The Bistro is a bit different of a dining experience, but an enjoyable one nevertheless. It's a great place to take a break from shopping and have a glass of wine while you think up your next shopping experiment. It's the best food you'll find in BCM, and the most relaxing atmosphere. It's also more expensive than the rest, but, if you're in Nordstrom, I think you already get that point. read more

BEST macaroni and cheese i've ever had. they have great service. the french dip is really good. they are amazing food and service. i definitely recommend. it's nice to go there after shopping. read more

Right, so... here's what you do (or at least what I do) at the Nordstrom Bistro: Order the Kid's Cheese pizza, (I'm still a kid at heart... and it comes with a drink) and get a cup of the Crab Bisque. If you like ranch with your pizza, ask for a side of ranch. Enjoy your pizza and drink, dip the pizza crust in the crab bisque (It's actually quite good) and finish your crab bisque. You'll be full, satisfied, and all for less than $15. read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Wow, this place is a hidden gem! Unfortunately I've only had two items in the 10 or so times I've eaten here. The reason is that the cilantro lime shrimp salad is so good that I've never ordered anything else (except the crab bisque a few times). This salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, grilled corn, tortilla strips, grilled shrimps and a great light dressing is THE BEST SALAD I've ever eaten. So whenever I go to this fabulous little cafe, I crave this salad so much that I don't even look at the menu. In typical Nordstrom style the place is chic and clean with service that'd you would expect of a 5 star restaurant. They will give you a nice plate of fresh baked bread and butter on request as well. Although not cheap, the salad is $14 or so, there are times that top quality food is worth every penny. This is one of those times. read more

This place is inside nordstrom's. I don't know why I never noticed a restaurant inside of this store but it's real. When my friend told me about it, I kept thinking it was the e-bar. I was kinda laughing when she said she tried to get reservations to the e-bar. Little did I know about this place. It's a full blown restaurant. I liked it because their menu is quite large. I was impressed with the service. I ordered the steak and arugula salad. It was good but the sun dried tomatoes made it a bit salty. I also wish they gave larger portions especially for a salad. I would come again because I like that it's inside a store. Makes it very convenient. I can browse while waiting. I also would like to try other items on their menu. read more

Tired of shopping? Hungry? This little hidden (well not so hidden - it's on the 2nd Floor) makes a good stop for a tasty meal. It's Nordy's so it's not particularly cheap but the food is well prepared and tasty. At peak times, be prepared to wait in line which could stretch into the store aisles. You order at the counter and then are seated for lunch or dinner. The place isn't huge so table turnover is needed to keep people moving and fed. So much better than regular mall food. Makes me wish that the Neiman's at the Domain had a cafe . . . my popovers and consummé. read more

My mother in law was in town the weekend before Christmas and wanted to go to the mall. We went here right before closing, but that didn't faze the exhausted waitress. She was super friendly and helpful. My hubby and I had never been here before so were relying on the server's suggestions. I ordered the roasted brussel sprouts and a cup of the potato soup. Both were excellent. The hubby had the chicken Caesar salad, which was huge. Everything tasted great and we did not feel rushed. read more

This ain't your average mall food! Your order is placed at the register in the front of the restaurant, then the hostess seats you at a table. You have a waiter to bring your drinks, food, etc. Now for the food... The sandwiches are incredible. My favorite is the steak with Gruyere cheese. The fries and kalamata olive sauce are the real highlight though. The olive sauce is a pretty pairing with the fries. The Shrimp & Cilantro Lime Salad is another winner. The shrimp are big and perfectly cooked, and the salad dressing is light and refreshing. Don't be discouraged by the fact that Cafe Bistro is in the mall! read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - Shrimp & Cilantro Lime Salad $13.95 - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Why have I never eaten at nordstrom's cafe?!?! Cilantro lime shrimp salad: 5/5 - omg probably the tastiest salad I've ever eaten. Margherita pizza: 5/5 - Some lady was giving out samples and after I tasted it, I went in and got myself some. I really enjoyed it and I didn't think I could find pizza I'd love in Austin. Service here is always impeccable. read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - margherita pizza and cilantro lime shrimp salad - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great food but the service was very slow and I waited quite a bit for a pasta dish. I had a great time eating when it got there but I took longer than I had expected and I had wanted to keep shopping read more

Café Bistro at Nordstrom - Good desserts - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was pleasantly surprised by the Bistro inside Nordstrom's. My wife got the chicken and goat cheese panini and I got the salmon. Both were delicious. It is also convenient inside the mall, and better than just about everything else the mall offers. I would go again read more

The worst! You order and then sit down, so all they have to do is bring your food. One sandwich came with paper inside it.. my niece nearly choked. The other dish didn't come out at all. They just forgot. Then they forgot to make the replacement sandwich. We were there for an hour, spent $100, and left agitated. Run! read more