The best restaurants in Reno

78 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Casual Mexican restaurant offering a wide selection of dishes, including fajitas, and margaritas.

815 Nichols Blvd (Sparks)

Casual Mexican restaurant offering a wide selection of dishes, including fajitas, and margaritas.

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Ohana Sushi

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Casual, trendy eatery specializing in all-you-can-eat sushi, plus other Japanese dishes, sake, beer and wine.

1560 S Stanford Wy (Sparks)

Casual, trendy eatery specializing in all-you-can-eat sushi, plus other Japanese dishes, sake, beer and wine.

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El Pollo Loco

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Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

591 E Prater Way (Sparks)

Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

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Part of a local chain, this casual spot offers pizzas, a weekday lunch buffet, plus wine & beer.

519 E Prater Way (Sparks)

Part of a local chain, this casual spot offers pizzas, a weekday lunch buffet, plus wine & beer.

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White-tablecloth restaurant offering classic Italian cuisine & live entertainment on weekends.

834 Victorian Ave #400 (Sparks)

White-tablecloth restaurant offering classic Italian cuisine & live entertainment on weekends.

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Super Burrito

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Counter-serve restaurant offering Mexican food such as tacos & burritos, plus a salsa & pepper bar.

175 Nugget Ave (Sparks)

Counter-serve restaurant offering Mexican food such as tacos & burritos, plus a salsa & pepper bar.

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Ijji Sushi 1

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Spacious kitchen specializing in sushi rolls & other Japanese bites, with all-you-can eat options.

685 E Prater Way #101 (Sparks)

Spacious kitchen specializing in sushi rolls & other Japanese bites, with all-you-can eat options.

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Pirate theme runs through this eatery that also serves Italian comfort fare at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

55 Nugget Ave (Sparks)

Pirate theme runs through this eatery that also serves Italian comfort fare at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Boulevard Pizza

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Family-run fixture offering thin-crust pies, wings, subs & brews, plus happy hour & sports on TV.

1076 Rock Blvd #105 (Sparks)

Family-run fixture offering thin-crust pies, wings, subs & brews, plus happy hour & sports on TV.

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Colorful local chain serving signature omelets & other breakfast items, plus burgers & cocktails.

4670 Sparks Blvd #110 (Sparks)

Colorful local chain serving signature omelets & other breakfast items, plus burgers & cocktails.

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Low-key strip mall offering familiar retail chains, fast-food options & casual restaurants.

299 E Plumb Ln

Low-key strip mall offering familiar retail chains, fast-food options & casual restaurants.

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Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

4712 Galleria Pkwy (Sparks)

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

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Comfort food spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch staples like burgers and waffles, plus cocktails, beer and wine.

5015 Pyramid Way Ste 107 (Sparks)

Comfort food spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch staples like burgers and waffles, plus cocktails, beer and wine.

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Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

2323 South Virginia Street (btwn Cadillac Pl &, Hillcrest Dr

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

1390 Big Fish Drive (Sparks)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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When dinner needs real comfort, Maharaja Royal Bites brings the good stuff... slow-simmered curries, fragrant biryanis, crisp dosas, and…

1601 S Virginia St · ✓ checked Jul 27

When dinner needs real comfort, Maharaja Royal Bites brings the good stuff... slow-simmered curries, fragrant biryanis, crisp dosas, and naan you tear into before the table’s set. Swing by this week and let the aromas do the convincing, then argue over who gets the last scoop of raita.

From the Reno newsletter, August 7, 2026

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M3

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M3 is the kind of cozy, family-owned spot built for Reno locals, with a full bar, wine list, and beers plus a lunch and dinner menu that…

6950 S McCarran Blvd · ✓ checked Jul 29

M3 is the kind of cozy, family-owned spot built for Reno locals, with a full bar, wine list, and beers plus a lunch and dinner menu that ranges from steaks and seafood to burgers, salads, and shareable apps. Slide into the lounge or try your luck at video poker. Check it out.

From the Reno newsletter, August 3, 2026

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La Cucina

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Convivial eatery offering typical Italian fare with gluten-free options, plus a bar & outdoor patio.

3600 Lakeside Dr

Convivial eatery offering typical Italian fare with gluten-free options, plus a bar & outdoor patio.

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Contemporary bar & restaurant with patio seating serving New American fare & craft cocktails.

275 Hill St Ste 100

Contemporary bar & restaurant with patio seating serving New American fare & craft cocktails.

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Hanna's Table

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Relaxed eatery serving burgers, steak, breakfast basics and seafood staples.

345 N Arlington Ave

Relaxed eatery serving burgers, steak, breakfast basics and seafood staples.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

8215 S Virginia St

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Beefy's

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Classic & creative burgers & fries in a place with a retro exterior, happy hours & outdoor seating.

1300 S Virginia St

Classic & creative burgers & fries in a place with a retro exterior, happy hours & outdoor seating.

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Burgers, lobster ravioli, and other comfort fare in a chill restaurant with a patio and live entertainment.

2995 Skyline Blvd

Burgers, lobster ravioli, and other comfort fare in a chill restaurant with a patio and live entertainment.

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Colorful local chain serving signature omelets & other breakfast items, plus burgers & cocktails.

5020 Las Brisas Blvd

Colorful local chain serving signature omelets & other breakfast items, plus burgers & cocktails.

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Modern eatery with exposed brick & local art, serving tapas such as tacos & octopus, plus cocktails.

236 California Ave

Modern eatery with exposed brick & local art, serving tapas such as tacos & octopus, plus cocktails.

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Slow-barbecued pork, beef, chicken & lamb skewers served up in a polished joint, plus salads & wine.

425 S Virginia St

Slow-barbecued pork, beef, chicken & lamb skewers served up in a polished joint, plus salads & wine.

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Hearty Italian staples served & presented in a cozy, informal setting with exposed-brick walls.

3446 Lakeside Dr

Hearty Italian staples served & presented in a cozy, informal setting with exposed-brick walls.

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Pub N' Sub

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Subs, pizzas & chicken wings are on the menu at this longtime pub with an outdoor beer garden.

1000 Ralston St

Subs, pizzas & chicken wings are on the menu at this longtime pub with an outdoor beer garden.

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Relaxed BBQ joint featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs, burgers and burgers.

7689 S Virginia St

Relaxed BBQ joint featuring brisket, pulled pork, ribs, burgers and burgers.

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Burger Me!

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Cool eatery for locally sourced beef, bison, poultry & seafood burgers, plus shakes & malts.

6280 Sharlands Ave. #101

Cool eatery for locally sourced beef, bison, poultry & seafood burgers, plus shakes & malts.

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Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

235 N McCarran Blvd (Sparks)

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

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La Famiglia

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Polished old-world classics, including homemade pastas, served in a laid-back, modern space.

170 S Virginia St · ✓ checked Aug 6

Polished old-world classics, including homemade pastas, served in a laid-back, modern space.

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All-day cafe serving American fare with a healthy focus, using ingredients from its own greenhouse.

555 S Virginia St #107

All-day cafe serving American fare with a healthy focus, using ingredients from its own greenhouse.

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Casual spot offering crispy, saucy chicken wings plus creative, fresh pizzas.

777 S Center St #100

Casual spot offering crispy, saucy chicken wings plus creative, fresh pizzas.

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Pizzava

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Counter-serve operation serving pizza, pasta & homestyle sides in a casual, pared-down space.

1043 S Virginia St

Counter-serve operation serving pizza, pasta & homestyle sides in a casual, pared-down space.

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Traditional specialties such as paella, tongue & oxtails served family-style by costumed servers.

301 E 4th St

Traditional specialties such as paella, tongue & oxtails served family-style by costumed servers.

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Casual American cafe serving up breakfast burritos, salads, tacos, vegan options and beer.

5220 Longley Ln #100 · ✓ checked Aug 5

Casual American cafe serving up breakfast burritos, salads, tacos, vegan options and beer.

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Pasta Fresca

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Homemade pastas and sauces (including gluten-free options) are served at this casual Italian eatery.

6135 Lakeside Dr #138

Homemade pastas and sauces (including gluten-free options) are served at this casual Italian eatery.

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Casual restaurant offering classic Italian staples.

1555 S Wells Ave

Casual restaurant offering classic Italian staples.

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Two Chicks

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Industrial-chic eatery offering local, seasonal American breakfasts, sandwich melts & salads.

752 S Virginia St

Industrial-chic eatery offering local, seasonal American breakfasts, sandwich melts & salads.

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Thai Lotus

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Cooked-to-order fare including Thai BBQ pork & green curry served amid decorative Thai accents.

6430 S Virginia St A

Cooked-to-order fare including Thai BBQ pork & green curry served amid decorative Thai accents.

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Arario Midtown

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Warmly-lit eatery preparing Korean-fusion fare such fried chicken plus whiskey, craft beers & wine.

SECOND FLOOR, 777 S Center St #200

Warmly-lit eatery preparing Korean-fusion fare such fried chicken plus whiskey, craft beers & wine.

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Health-conscious, vegan options for the burgers, breakfasts and pizzas at this relaxed venue.

748 S Meadows Pkwy Ste A-14

Health-conscious, vegan options for the burgers, breakfasts and pizzas at this relaxed venue.

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Ramen4Real

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Japanese eatery whipping up a variety of ramen with spicy options, plus sake and beer.

400 W 5th St #105

Japanese eatery whipping up a variety of ramen with spicy options, plus sake and beer.

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The Cup Café

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Family-owned operation with a warm feel preparing American breakfast & brunch classics with a twist.

6770 S Virginia St

Family-owned operation with a warm feel preparing American breakfast & brunch classics with a twist.

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Cozy smokehouse serving pulled pork, brisket, sausage & ribs in a tin-&-plank setting with a patio.

618 S Center St

Cozy smokehouse serving pulled pork, brisket, sausage & ribs in a tin-&-plank setting with a patio.

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Cafe in an old converted house serving up an eclectic menu in a European garden setting.

1907 S Arlington Ave

Cafe in an old converted house serving up an eclectic menu in a European garden setting.

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Classic steakhouse fare with small & shared plates in a traditional dining room with bar seating.

50 N Sierra St #103

Classic steakhouse fare with small & shared plates in a traditional dining room with bar seating.

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Japanese grill offering tableside hibachi & inventive sushi rolls in a spacious, kid-friendly venue.

4955 S Virginia St

Japanese grill offering tableside hibachi & inventive sushi rolls in a spacious, kid-friendly venue.

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Pizza Baron

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No-frills setting for Italian & American cuisine like hot wings, fish 'n' chips & specialty pies.

1155 W 4th St #113

No-frills setting for Italian & American cuisine like hot wings, fish 'n' chips & specialty pies.

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Ruby River

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Rustic eatery serving aged, USDA Choice steaks & traditional sides alongside a cozy rock fireplace.

2750 S Virginia St

Rustic eatery serving aged, USDA Choice steaks & traditional sides alongside a cozy rock fireplace.

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Located in a cozy cabinlike space, this casual pizzeria offers creative pizzas & outdoor dining.

3950 Mayberry Dr · ✓ checked Aug 6

Located in a cozy cabinlike space, this casual pizzeria offers creative pizzas & outdoor dining.

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This long-standing diner offers a lounge & slot machines as well as American food around the clock.

790 W 4th St

This long-standing diner offers a lounge & slot machines as well as American food around the clock.

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Casual restaurant and bar serving chicken wings, pizza and hamburgers.

501 Ralston St

Casual restaurant and bar serving chicken wings, pizza and hamburgers.

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Contemporary eatery with new renditions of steakhouse favorites in a roomy, industrial-chic space.

2500 E 2nd St

Contemporary eatery with new renditions of steakhouse favorites in a roomy, industrial-chic space.

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Sip of Saigon

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Cozy eatery featuring pho, bánh mì and bun bowls, plus coffee drinks and dessert.

1272 Disc Dr (Sparks)

Cozy eatery featuring pho, bánh mì and bun bowls, plus coffee drinks and dessert.

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Pizanos Pizza

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Chain pizza specialist providing traditional slices & other casual grub in a quick-service space.

95 N Sierra St

Chain pizza specialist providing traditional slices & other casual grub in a quick-service space.

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Casual restaurant offering all-you-can-eat sushi and other Japanese plates, along with beer and wine.

5270 Longley Ln #110

Casual restaurant offering all-you-can-eat sushi and other Japanese plates, along with beer and wine.

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Vietnamese noodle soups, spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches & more in a basic, sit-down space.

102 E 2nd St

Vietnamese noodle soups, spring rolls, banh mi sandwiches & more in a basic, sit-down space.

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BJ’s Barbecue

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Veteran roadhouse for classic barbecue plates, Southern sides & beer, plus homestyle breakfast fare.

80 E Victorian Ave (Sparks)

Veteran roadhouse for classic barbecue plates, Southern sides & beer, plus homestyle breakfast fare.

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Cluckers

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Sandwich joint, specializing in fried-chicken versions, with fries and fried pickles.

18 St Lawrence Ave

Sandwich joint, specializing in fried-chicken versions, with fries and fried pickles.

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R Town Pizza

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Casual dining room offering gourmet Detroit-style pizzas and salads alongside vegan options.

180 W Peckham Ln #1100

Casual dining room offering gourmet Detroit-style pizzas and salads alongside vegan options.

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Country-style Italian fare is offered at this intimate neighborhood eatery and bar with outdoor seating.

530 W Plumb Ln A

Country-style Italian fare is offered at this intimate neighborhood eatery and bar with outdoor seating.

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999 Phở

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Traditional Vietnamese eats like pho, spring rolls & banh mi offered in airy, easygoing surrounds.

9780 S Virginia St

Traditional Vietnamese eats like pho, spring rolls & banh mi offered in airy, easygoing surrounds.

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Strip-mall destination providing sushi rolls & traditional Korean BBQ meals in an informal setting.

10580 N McCarran Blvd #102

Strip-mall destination providing sushi rolls & traditional Korean BBQ meals in an informal setting.

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Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

4925 Kietzke Ln

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

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Small, socially minded pizzeria with a warm vibe turning out NY-style pies, calzones & cannolis.

6135 Lakeside Dr #101

Small, socially minded pizzeria with a warm vibe turning out NY-style pies, calzones & cannolis.

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WING KING 775

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Laid-back spot dishing up 100 varieties of hot, crispy chicken wings (boneless or otherwise) as well as burgers.

101 E Pueblo St

Laid-back spot dishing up 100 varieties of hot, crispy chicken wings (boneless or otherwise) as well as burgers.

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Phở Kietzke

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Casual, kid-friendly spot for Vietnamese dishes such as pho and fried rice, along with beer and coffee.

3004 Kietzke Ln

Casual, kid-friendly spot for Vietnamese dishes such as pho and fried rice, along with beer and coffee.

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The Twisted Fork

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New American cuisine & cocktails are the headliners at this contemporary restaurant with a patio.

1191 Steamboat Pkwy

New American cuisine & cocktails are the headliners at this contemporary restaurant with a patio.

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Small sushi spot featuring authentic Japanese cuisine and a cozy vibe.

13967 S Virginia St Spc 910

Small sushi spot featuring authentic Japanese cuisine and a cozy vibe.

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Ravioli, meatballs, pizza & cocktails in an unfussy, throwback-style Italian joint opened in 1937.

2501 E 4th St

Ravioli, meatballs, pizza & cocktails in an unfussy, throwback-style Italian joint opened in 1937.

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Steaks, chops & other classic fare are offered with cocktails in a glitzy, casino-based setting.

3800 S Virginia St

Steaks, chops & other classic fare are offered with cocktails in a glitzy, casino-based setting.

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Tokyo Sushi

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All-you-can-eat Japanese fare such as sushi & sake in a relaxed space with booth seating & TVs.

1999 S Virginia St

All-you-can-eat Japanese fare such as sushi & sake in a relaxed space with booth seating & TVs.

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All-you-can eat nigiri & rolls, plus sake, plum wine & beer, on the Atlantis Casino Sky Terrace.

3800 S Virginia St

All-you-can eat nigiri & rolls, plus sake, plum wine & beer, on the Atlantis Casino Sky Terrace.

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Purple Parrot

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Contemporary diner open 24 hours at the Atlantis with American standards & a Bloody Mary bar.

3800 S Virginia St

Contemporary diner open 24 hours at the Atlantis with American standards & a Bloody Mary bar.

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Café Milano

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Veteran 24/7 outpost offering an array of breakfast-thru-dinner comfort standards, plus Asian fare.

2707 S Virginia St

Veteran 24/7 outpost offering an array of breakfast-thru-dinner comfort standards, plus Asian fare.

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Upscale steakhouse located in the Peppermill resort has a dramatic dining room with tropical decor.

2707 S Virginia St

Upscale steakhouse located in the Peppermill resort has a dramatic dining room with tropical decor.

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