Menu & Pricing
☕ Classic Coffee ($3-$5)
• Drip Coffee - $3.00 / $3.75 / $4.00
• Americano - $3.00 / $3.75 / $4.25
• Latte - $4.00 / $4.75 / $5.00
• Cappuccino - $3.75 / $4.50 / $5.00
• Cortado (8oz) - $4.00
🍵 Specialty Drinks ($5-$8)
• Chai Latte - $5.75 / $6.25 / $6.75
• Matcha - $5.75 / $6.25 / $6.75
• Golden Milk Latte - $5.75 / $6.25 / $6.75
• Evergreen (Caramel & Hazelnut) - $5.00 / $6.00 / $8.00
• Meadow (Rose & Honey) - $5.00 / $6.00 / $8.00
🍕 Pizza - 12" ($15-$20)
• 4 Cheese Blend - $15
• Margherita - $16
• BBQ-22 (smoked brisket) - $18
• Fungi (portabella, fontina) - $19 (popular)
• Longs Pizza (sausage, elk pepperoni) - $19
• Carnivore - $20
• Why the Fig Not (fig jam, prosciutto) - $20 (popular)
• GF crust available +$5
What Makes Bird's Nest Special
Bird's Nest delivers something rare in Estes Park: genuinely excellent pastries baked on-site, plus pizza that locals call the best in town. With 623+ reviews averaging 4.3 stars, the almond croissant earns particular praise - the best in Colorado.
The modern cabin atmosphere features natural wood and massive windows with mountain views. The upstairs lounge offers comfortable seating, a bar, two bathrooms, and panoramic scenery that enhances every meal. They use OZO Coffee Roasters beans from Boulder, though coffee quality can vary depending on the barista.
💡 Pro Tip: I'd head upstairs for the best mountain views and quieter atmosphere. The main level gets busier, but upstairs feels like your own private lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows.
What to Order (Signature Dishes)
Almond Croissant - If you're only ordering one thing, make it this. Flaky, buttery, and loaded with almond filling. The best almond croissant in Colorado.
Fungi Pizza ($19) - White garlic oil base with portabella mushrooms, balsamic red onions, and aged fontina. The owner's personal favorite, and reviews back it up. Perfect thin crust with quality ingredients.
Why the Fig Not Pizza ($20) - Fig jam, turkey bacon, prosciutto, arugula, and caramelized onions. The sweet-savory combination works beautifully. Just make sure to eat it fresh - takeout orders sometimes arrive incomplete.
Cinnamon Rolls - Made with croissant-style dough rather than traditional dough, creating a lighter, flakier version. Not overly sweet, which lets the buttery layers shine.
💡 Pro Tip: The golden milk latte works well even for dairy-free folks - they accommodate oat, almond, and soy milk. Add mushroom or CBD for $2 if you're into wellness drinks.
Who It's For (And Who It's Not For)
Best for: Post-RMNP coffee and pastry stops, locals craving quality pizza, breakfast before hiking (opens 6am), remote workers wanting quiet upstairs space, and families with the $9 kids meal.
Skip if: You're a coffee purist (quality varies by barista), need guaranteed parking during peak hours (~15 spots), or want takeout pizza (dine-in quality is more consistent).
Looking for other options? Check River Walk Café for riverside coffee or Wapiti Colorado Pub for pub-style dining.
Practical Information
- 📍Location: 1221 High Dr, minutes from RMNP entrance
- ⏰Hours: Fri-Sun 6am-7:30pm, Mon/Thu 6am-7pm, Tue-Wed 6am-3pm
- 🚗Parking: Free lot with ~15 spots (can fill during peak hours)
- 📅Reservations: Walk-in only; upstairs available for private events
- 🍕Pizza hours: Available after 11am daily
- 🌾Dietary: GF pizza crust (+$5), GF bread (+$2), oat/almond/soy milk (+$1)
- ☕Coffee: OZO Coffee Roasters beans from Boulder (bags available for purchase)
💡 Parking Hack: If the main lot is full (only ~15 spots), park at the business next door and walk over. Avoid peak hours on weekends if parking stress isn't your thing.