10 Best Local Restaurants in Reno

Black Bear Diner Reno is a family-friendly restaurant with warm service and an extensive breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert menu featuring typical American dishes. It offers so many options and everyone at the table is sure to find a classic local dish they love. There’s also a separate menu for kids.

The diner is open from 6.30 am, making it a great place to eat before heading out for an outdoor adventure such as hiking or skiing. However, you don’t need to be an early riser to enjoy Black Bear’s delicious breakfast dishes – the diner serves breakfast plates all day.

Peg's Glorified Ham n Eggs is a local restaurant chain that’s been serving all-American comfort food since 1999. The family-owned and run restaurant is only open for breakfast and lunch and draws locals and visitors wanting to enjoy the hearty homemade dishes. The menu is extensive, and it'll be difficult not to find something you like at this welcoming spot.

Choose from pancakes, sandwiches, omelettes, burgers, salads and over 8 options of eggs Benedict. A standout includes Chef George's Benedict with chorizo patties and topped with spicy chipotle hollandaise. There are 4 Peg's Glorified Ham n Eggs branches: North Reno, Northwest Reno, Downtown Reno and South Reno. Menus vary by location.

The Gold n' Silver Inn is a longstanding favourite spot for everyone and anyone seeking American comfort food around the clock in Reno. Its patrons range from senators and governors to local families and out-of-towners. There is no inn – just a welcoming dining room and a no-fuss kitchen that cooks up consistently good food.

Some of the signature dishes include lemonade pork chops, a tri-tip steak sandwich, and the chocolate pistachio cake. There may be a queue out the door on weekends, but it'll be worth the wait. Even so, the restaurant is open 24/7, so you could avoid long wait times and visit late at night or early in the morning. Breakfast is served all day and all night.

Ruby River is a laidback, family-friendly steakhouse that was founded in Utah back in 1993. At its hot spot in Reno, you’ll find over 100 typical American dishes on the menu. Options include a variety of high-quality, 21-day aged steaks and chicken and seafood dishes at reasonable prices.

If you want to try a few starters, you can go for the sampler menu, where you choose 3 different dishes. Options include coconut shrimp, calamari, steak and avo egg rolls, as well as fried pickles and stuffed jalapeños.

Squeeze In is a colourful local restaurant chain in Reno where you’ll find all sorts of typical American food on the menu and funky decor. There are over 60 ways to order an omelette here. You can order burgers, burritos, soups, salads, and sandwiches for lunch. The quirky, family-run eatery has 2 locations in Reno.

Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diners will have plenty of options to choose from as well. You can also spice up your meal with a michelada, Bloody Mary, or mimosa. And don’t forget to sign your name on the funky wall before you leave.

Twisted Fork is a great place to gather with friends and family with innovative Mediterranean and American dishes served with a ‘twist’. The exciting plates are made with simple and fresh ingredients. They include the likes of cauliflower ceviche, mushroom tamales, scorpion-buffalo tossed chicken wings, and honey and scorpion teriyaki glazed pork ribs.

Service here is quick and friendly. Book a table outside on the fairy-light-lit patio when the weather's pleasant. In addition, order more and pay less during happy hour between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm every day, excluding holidays.

Phở 777 is an excellent local hole-in-the-wall in Reno that’s fast, friendly and affordable. It has been a popular place to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch or dinner since 1990. You’ll find traditional Vietnamese noodle soups, spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches, and stir-fried dishes on the menu.

While there may be long lunchtime and dinner lines, the restaurant is well-organised, and the wait is minimal. After taking your seat, service is prompt and polite. Take note that parking can be a hassle in Downtown Reno. So if you’re driving, park at Cal Neva and walk over.

Old Granite Street Eatery is where locals head to when they want to tuck into organic, local comfort food and craft beer in a relaxed, casual setting. The airy restaurant has an inviting modern-rustic ambience with a wooden bar and booths. It is a great place for a date night or an evening with friends and family.

The lengthy seasonal menu will have you scratching your head to make a decision. But don’t worry too much – all of the dishes are made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and are sure to delight your taste buds. On weekends, the eatery serves a delicious brunch.

Casale's Halfway Club is a longstanding Italian restaurant in Reno. It dates back to 1937, when John and Elvira Casale, both natives of Italy, opened a roadside stand outside their family home and sold handmade ravioli. What started as a take-out joint is now a beloved Italian-American restaurant serving flavourful dishes made from secret family recipes.

You'll find simple yet delicious Italian food, from soups to pizza and pasta. The atmosphere here is welcoming and friendly. On any given day, you may meet family members and even customers who have eaten here for decades.

Homegrown Gastropub is a neighbourhood favourite in Midtown Reno where fresh local, seasonal and organic produce takes centre stage. You'll find wild Alaskan seafood, Neapolitan brick oven pizza, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, and much more on the menu. There are also plenty of choices for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, and paleo eaters.

Choose from beer, wine, milkshakes, organic coffee, and over a dozen creative cocktails on the drinks list. If you're looking for an intimate spot for a date night or a get-together with some friends, you can't go wrong with this local spot. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dinner is served until late.