Guidebook for Reno
Food Scene
This Starbucks is very popular in NW Reno and is just a few minutes drive from this home. There is a drive-thru and the usual Starbuck's goodies. Just go south on Keystone to first signal (7th Street; kiddy-corner from Raley's.
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Starbucks
690 Keystone AveThis Starbucks is very popular in NW Reno and is just a few minutes drive from this home. There is a drive-thru and the usual Starbuck's goodies. Just go south on Keystone to first signal (7th Street; kiddy-corner from Raley's.
Fine Dining...a favorite of locals for fine Italian dining.
Fairly close...east on 4th Street; 5-10 minute drive.
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Johnny's Ristorante Italiano
4245 W 4th StFine Dining...a favorite of locals for fine Italian dining.
Fairly close...east on 4th Street; 5-10 minute drive.
Brick's is fairly new to Reno. One of my guests came to Reno for a medical appointment and Brick's was recommended by their physician. They were not disappointed and even suggested I recommend it to other guests.
Bricks
1695 S Virginia StBrick's is fairly new to Reno. One of my guests came to Reno for a medical appointment and Brick's was recommended by their physician. They were not disappointed and even suggested I recommend it to other guests.
The Stone House Restaurant is a very popular "high end" dinner house. Award winning chef. Reservations highly recommended.
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The Stone House Cafe
1907 S Arlington AveThe Stone House Restaurant is a very popular "high end" dinner house. Award winning chef. Reservations highly recommended.
...one of the oldest Mexican restaurants in Reno but still very popular with locals. Fairly close.
Mi Casa Too
2205 W 4th St...one of the oldest Mexican restaurants in Reno but still very popular with locals. Fairly close.
The Gold Dust West Casino is a family owned casino that is a favorite with locals. They have a restaurant that is also a favorite. We go there often as the food and prices are good (i.e. prime rib for $9.99) and it is 5 minutes away. Most importantly, they have a large parking lot and the entire facility is in a single-story building. Note: children are not permitted in restaurant or casino. Adults only!
Casino Gold Dust West - Reno
444 Vine StThe Gold Dust West Casino is a family owned casino that is a favorite with locals. They have a restaurant that is also a favorite. We go there often as the food and prices are good (i.e. prime rib for $9.99) and it is 5 minutes away. Most importantly, they have a large parking lot and the entire facility is in a single-story building. Note: children are not permitted in restaurant or casino. Adults only!
Sightseeing
Virginia City is a favorite destination for Reno guests. It was first settled in the 1850's, soon after gold was discovered in California. The original main street still exists, with some of the original saloons, hotels and businesses. Mark Twain wrote about it when he worked as a reporter for its' newspaper, the Territorial Enterprise. Google it for events and history.
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Virginia City Cigar and Bar
69 N C StreetVirginia City is a favorite destination for Reno guests. It was first settled in the 1850's, soon after gold was discovered in California. The original main street still exists, with some of the original saloons, hotels and businesses. Mark Twain wrote about it when he worked as a reporter for its' newspaper, the Territorial Enterprise. Google it for events and history.
Lake Tahoe is undoubtedly the most popular destination in northern Nevada; for many many reasons. All Nevadans love Tahoe and every visitor should plan to include it in their travels.
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I-Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is undoubtedly the most popular destination in northern Nevada; for many many reasons. All Nevadans love Tahoe and every visitor should plan to include it in their travels.
Parks & Nature
Rancho San Rafael is the largest Regional Park in the Truckee Meadows. It is the location of Reno's Hot Air Ballon Races, one of several locations for Hot August Nights and Street Vibrations. It is a great destination for walking and jogging and home of the Wilbur May Museum. Google it to learn of it's special events and activities. There is a playground and several nice recreational/group areas.
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Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
1595 N Sierra StRancho San Rafael is the largest Regional Park in the Truckee Meadows. It is the location of Reno's Hot Air Ballon Races, one of several locations for Hot August Nights and Street Vibrations. It is a great destination for walking and jogging and home of the Wilbur May Museum. Google it to learn of it's special events and activities. There is a playground and several nice recreational/group areas.
Arts & Culture
The Nevada Museum of Art is close by in Reno's midtown district. They have permanent collections, special exhibits and art by local artists. Also, a nice restaurant and gift store. Google it for updated information.
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I-Nevada Museum of Art
160 W Liberty StThe Nevada Museum of Art is close by in Reno's midtown district. They have permanent collections, special exhibits and art by local artists. Also, a nice restaurant and gift store. Google it for updated information.
A visit to the Discovery Museum is a fantastic experience for kids and the entire family. It is close by, a 5-10 minute drive.
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Ukugunduluka - Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum
490 S Center StA visit to the Discovery Museum is a fantastic experience for kids and the entire family. It is close by, a 5-10 minute drive.
Shopping
...a favorite for hunters/campers/outdoor lovers. Cabela shoppers know what can be purchased there. I am just letting you know there is one fairly close.
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Cabela's
8650 Boomtown Garson Road...a favorite for hunters/campers/outdoor lovers. Cabela shoppers know what can be purchased there. I am just letting you know there is one fairly close.
...again, a favorite for hunters/campers/outdoor lovers. Scheel shoppers know what can be purchased there. I am just letting you know there is one in the Truckee Meadows. Kids love Scheels because they have a wonderful merry-go-round and beautiful aquariums and life-like displays of animals
(taxidermy art).
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SCHEELS
1200 Scheels Drive...again, a favorite for hunters/campers/outdoor lovers. Scheel shoppers know what can be purchased there. I am just letting you know there is one in the Truckee Meadows. Kids love Scheels because they have a wonderful merry-go-round and beautiful aquariums and life-like displays of animals
(taxidermy art).
The Summit is becoming the most popular outdoor mall in the greater Reno-Sparks area. It can be googled for directions and a list of individual stores and restaurants. Updated information is also available on the web-site.
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The Summit Reno
13925 S Virginia StThe Summit is becoming the most popular outdoor mall in the greater Reno-Sparks area. It can be googled for directions and a list of individual stores and restaurants. Updated information is also available on the web-site.
...very popular for local shopping. Large selection of stores and restaurants. This shopping mall is home to the new IMAX Theater and Schools.
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The Outlets at Legends
1310 Scheels Drive...very popular for local shopping. Large selection of stores and restaurants. This shopping mall is home to the new IMAX Theater and Schools.
Meadowood Mall is the oldest and largest shopping mall in Reno. It contains a JC Penneys, Sears, Macys and many franchised stores. A popular restaurant is the fairly new Cheesecake Factory. Meadowood Mall is centrally located, indoors with ample parking.
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RTC TRANSFER CENTER and Meadowood Mall station
Meadowood Mall is the oldest and largest shopping mall in Reno. It contains a JC Penneys, Sears, Macys and many franchised stores. A popular restaurant is the fairly new Cheesecake Factory. Meadowood Mall is centrally located, indoors with ample parking.
Entertainment & Activities
The Century Riverside Theater Complex is the closest theater complex to my home. It is right on the river and close to many midtown restaurants. Parking is available in the multi-story parking garage on first street, a short walk from the theater.
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Century Riverside 12
11 N Sierra StThe Century Riverside Theater Complex is the closest theater complex to my home. It is right on the river and close to many midtown restaurants. Parking is available in the multi-story parking garage on first street, a short walk from the theater.
If you feel like treating yourself to a luxurious viewing of a movie, the new IMAX theater if the place to go. It is best to reserve seats on line.
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Galaxy Sparks IMAX Luxury+ Theatre
1170 Scheels DriveIf you feel like treating yourself to a luxurious viewing of a movie, the new IMAX theater if the place to go. It is best to reserve seats on line.
Drinks & Nightlife
Peppermill Casino
2707 S Virginia StAtlantis Casino
3800 S Virginia StEldorado Resort Casino
345 N Virginia StCasino at Silver Legacy Resort
407 N Virginia StCircus Circus Casino
500 N Sierra StSands Regency Casino Hotel
345 N Arlington AveNugget Casino Resort
1100 Nugget AveHarrah's Reno
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
2500 E 2nd St