Reno - Downtown
Downtown: land of blinky lights, endless buffets, one way streets and plenty of tourists. Please don't shoot the tourists; they're out of season.
St Mary's Health Network
236 W 6th St # 302 - (775) 770-3000 / (775) 323-5151 / (775) 770-7100
Washoe Medical Center
77 Pringle Way - 775-982-4100
Washoe Family and Urgent Care
975 Ryland, Ste. 100 - 775-982-5210
Burner Boutique
100 N Sierra St - (775) 322-9444
Welcome to Reno!
Downtown Reno is changing. Home to most of our mega hotel-casino resorts, downtown IS an experience in itself apart from the rest of Reno, offering a variety of attractions amid old and modern, rehauling, and vacant buildings, but currently one requiring the patience and sharpness of the experienced traveler.
Here is a very brief travel narrative to help guide you a little through and around Downtown Reno. But for specific locations in and around Downtown, or to see the very many worthwhile hotels, curiosity shops, restaurants, bars, stores, wifi or coffeeshops, please be sure to look through the listings and map links towards the bottom of the page.
NOTE: Wherever you plan to park downtown, please be sure to remember to lock your vehicles. Also, less-and-less of Reno's parking is free, so be sure to have change available for parking meters. And, finally, as with many places off the playa, we recommend some caution before cruising through a hotel-casino with your burner attire, props and esprit. Security might be looking for something unusual to take seriously. Just a word of friendly local advice.
South of I-80, Virginia Street is the heart of Downtown Reno. However, Virginia Street is NOT the street to use to access or travel through Downtown. It is designed mostly for pedestrian tourists. Sierra and Center Streets – which are one-way streets – lie on either side of Virginia Street, and these are the streets to use. Use Sierra Street to access and travel south through Downtown, and Center Street to return north to I-80. Also something note about downtown is that cross streets are divided into east and west on either side of Virginia, and that Virginia and streets parallel to it divide into north and south on either side of the river.
To the journey Downtown: Coming off the Interstate, if you take the first right, you will be on Sierra Street. This is the best street to access and travel through downtown from I-80.
In need of EMERGENCY MEDICAL attention? Turn right onto Sixth Street. St. Mary's will take excellent care of you.
Also here at Sixth Street, Circus-Circus is burner-friendly and a great place to get a room, play games, and enjoy ok food. They have parking on the left side of Sierra, two indoor parking garages on either side of Sierra Street, and a large surface parking lot on the west side for RVs and other large spaceships. They also offer a free “Fun Book” per guest ($75 value). Be sure to reserve your room early and visit www.circusreno.com and book your stay.
Does your vehicle need some surgery? They are friendly and willing to explain things to you. Turn left onto Sixth Street and they are located at North Virginia and Sixth Street, just 2 blocks south of I-80.
Next highlight, down at Fifth Street, is the Silver Legacy Resort Casino. Their valet and self-parking is accessed on Sierra Street. We do not recommend large vehicles or trailers. Many great restaurants from fine dining (Sterling's) to the cow trough (Flavors, The Buffet), will easily fill your belly, though. Many like it. The Silver Legacy welcomes Burners so book your stay by calling 800.687.8733 or visit www.silverlegacyreno.com.
Down to Fourth Street, the Eldorado Hotel and Casino will beckon you. Valet parking is to the left with self-parking to the right. With the same parking set up as the Legacy, forget parking your RV here. The parking garage is full of tight turns and can get tricky if you don't pay attention. The Eldo also has great food and the Brew Brothers will fill your need for microbrews and garlic fries.
Cross the RR tracks, and to your left, a block over to Virginia Street, is the legendary Reno Arch.
Continuing down Sierra Street to First Street, this is where Reno’s burgeoning arts center begins. There is a decent parking garage on your right that is relatively easy to get in and out of. Rates are $1.50 an hour unless you shop at a store that will validate your parking. There are several galleries, museums, and other kinds of shops in the area, and walks or hang outs along the river are also highly recommended.
Right off Sierra, west down West First Street, you will soon notably find to your left, a great place to hang out by the river, the Java Jungle & Jungle Vino, a longtime favorite burner hangout, which has wireless access, La Bussola, a great curiosity shop, and down a few blocks further, to your right in the Truckee River Lodge, you will find Reno’s remaining Vegetarian restaurant, the Pneumatic Diner.
Left off Sierra, east down West First Street, is the best place to access Virginia Street, and on south of Downtown. Just across the river on Virginia Street, you will find Dreamer's Coffeehouse and Deli, which happens to have free wireless Internet access. They also have three online computers, which are pay-to-use. A very cozy place to hang out, one in fact you might want to leave or borrow a book in! This is also a great place to roam along the river!
South, beyond the small financial district, you will along Virginia Street discover Amendment 21, Starbuck's Coffee, Ace's Tattoo, Lotus Body Piercing, Black Hole Body Piercing, KJ Gas-Mart, Thai Chili Restaurant, The Melting Pot World Emporium, The Zephyr Lounge, Romantic Sensations, India Kabob Restaurant, 1099 Club, the Chocolate Walrus Boutique, El Adobe Cafe, and lastly, an AM-PM with some of the cheapest gas around. If you wish to continue south from here, look to the Plumb Lane hub.
But most notably on Virginia Street south of Downtown, two world famous burner businesses:
First is The Melting Pot World Emorium. Owners Eric and Monique and Kaz are long-time burners. You remember the Midnight Popcorn Palace. That's them. The Melting Pot offers a HUGE freaking variety of everything: Goddess and diva wear, pipes and other related essentials, belly dance clothing and hip belts, poi, incense, candles, jewelry you won't find at the mall, costumes, men's and women's clothing that will make you feel fabulous along with light-up gadgets and gizmos. Be prepared to spend more than a few minutes to explore one of Reno's coolest stores – and one of the very few places on the planet to buy Burning Man tickets. See below for all the important details.
Ah! And second, but not least, right across the street is the Zephyr Lounge. Long time, big time, favorite hangout for anyone and everyone who has even the remotest connection to Burning Man or live music. Fabulous drinks. Cold beer. Killer music and some of the most fantastic people around. A long time connecting spot for burners pre & post playa, as well as year-round.
Need to get back to I-80 from anywhere in Downtown. Remember that Center Street, the street one block east of Virginia Street, is the street that will get you back to I-80.
And this concludes our vehicular tour of the Downtown Reno region. Thank you and please come again!
Okay. But let's say that you are or wish to be car-less around Downtown Reno. Great. Catch the *free* Sierra Spirit Citifare bus at the yellow signs along Sierra or Center, which lie on either side of Virginia Street. A map is posted at each bus stop. Buses arrive every 10 minutes to whisk you away. Make a note of where you left your wheels. The bus can take you throughout downtown from the University of Nevada, Reno to the Nevada Museum of Art at Liberty Street. You can also access the regional bus-system closeby, at Center and Fourth streets.
AM-PM Minimart - map
1390 S. Virginia - 775-329-9594
South of downtown, AM-PM Minimarts typically carry some of the cheapest
gas in town.
K J Mini Mart (also known as CitiGas)
- map
775-329-6225 - 1086 S Virginia St
Located at the corner of Center and Virginia, past the strip of casinos,
traditionally has some of the cheapest gas in Reno.
Downtown
Marketplace
135 N. Sierra St. Ste.A-1– 775-348-8862 - map
Open 7-7 Mon-Fri, 8-6 Weekends.
This independent provides a nice selection of healthy sandwiches,
fresh fruit, vegetables, beverages & snacks. Vegan-friendly.
Rawjuvenation
350 West Liberty Street – 775-323-3000 - map
M-F 8am-9pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun. Closed.
Rawjuvenation is a wellness oriented business with a wide variety
of energy bars, crackers, chocolates, snack nut and trail mixes,
super foods, and fresh raw organic juices and smoothies. These products
represent the efforts of many businesses supporting raw organic sustainable
foods, many of which are vegan appropriate. You can also rent time
in their Far Infrared Saunas. Pre-orders accepted and appreciated.
Irma's Food Mart & Oriental Store
775-329-6004 - 628 Mill St - map
Indo-Asian Inc.
775-324-0442 - 709 E 2nd St - map
Crystal Springs/Sparkletts Water Company
901 S. Center Street, Reno - map
At the time of this update, Crystal Springs is under new ownership,
with no contact information. However, filetered Sparkletts water
for your containers is still available.
Pneumatic Diner
501 West First St. - 775-786-8888, ext. 106 - map
A long-time favorite hangout of many vegetarians and vegans as well as non-vegetarians, the laid back and cozy atmosphere quickly leads one to forget where one is in the biggest little city. Seating may be hard to come by, but its open everyday from 11-11 (Sunday brunch at 9 AM). The entrance is located in the northeast corner of the Truckee River Lodge Building on Ralston St. It's up the stairs on the back side of the building and is easy to miss if you don't know it's there.
Record Street Cafe
945 Record St. - 775-329-7227 - map
A great atmosphere with wonderful healthy food. This café caters
to the veggies & the carnivores. They provice wireless access
and a whole lot more.
Amendment
21 Grill & Sports Bar
425 S Virginia St. – 775-786-0808 - map
Open 11am – 10pm weekdays, 11am – 12:30am weekends.
The menu has a little for everyone ranging from simple pizza & burgers
to perfections like tri-tip & savory pasta entrees. Daily beer
and food specials, and a variety of games to play.
Blue Moon Pizza
190 California St. - 775-324-2828 - open 11-9 (Mon-Sat)/1-9 (Sun) - map
A local secret, Blue Moon wins accolades from folks in the know. Many vegetarian pizzas, and they stuff the pie to the brim.
Peg's Glorified Ham & Eggs
775-329-2600 - 420 S Sierra St - map
Peg's is downtown and offers a fantastic alternative to the casino all-you-can-eat buffets. At Peg's you'll get strong coffee, healthy portions of omelets, pancakes, or other standard breakfast fare, or salads, sandwiches, and soups during lunch time. 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM daily. Very limited outdoor seating available at the sidewalk tables.
Silver Peak Grill and Taproom
135 N. Sierra Street - 775-284-3300 - map
124 Wonder Street – 775-324-1864 (The actual brewery is at
this location)
Very popular local brewery/restaurant with two locations to serve
you: One in the heart of the arts district, and the other is south
of downtown, just a few blocks away across from the very popular
Zephyr Lounge.. Features indoor and outdoor dining, serving imaginative
dishes and brews. Kitchen open 11 a.m. to midnight weekdays; to 1
a.m. Fri. & Sat.
Pub 'n Sub
1000 Ralston - 775-322-8540 - Open 11am-11pm - map
Good old pizza, subs and beer. A Reno old time college hang out with
lots of outdoor seating.
India Kabob and Curry
1091 S. Virginia - 775-348-6222 - map
11:30 - 10:30, lunch buffet from 11:30 til 3:00 in the same location
as the old Blue Heron
This Indian lunch buffet is better than most, the price is a bargain,
and they change the line-up on a regular basis. Particularly good
are the Chicken Tikka Masala, Veg Pakora, Tandoori Chicken, and their
awesome tamarind sauce. The rice is fluffy, the soups are hot, and
they have the standard selection of beers if you want something stronger
than Mango Lassi. Parking in back is through a narrow alley, but
there's decent street parking in the neighborhood. Next door on Virginia
across the alley is The Spy Shop, and they have more parking available.
Thai
Chili Restaurant
1030 S. Virginia - 775-786-7878 - 11am-9pm - map
The WaterFall
775-322-7373 – 134 W. 2nd St. - map
Open from Noon until the business is gone in the early AM, this location
offers a pleasantly unique atmosphere amongst the casino giants. You’ll
find flair bartending offering fine wine and spirits as well as live
music, full espresso bar, gaourmet sandwiches, soups & salads.
Vegetarian friendly & carnivore approved. As a bonus they also
offer Free WiFi.
Zephyr Lounge
1074 S Virginia St - 775-324-9853 - map
Longtime burner magnet, the Zephyr Lounge is one of Reno’s
longest running hot spots for music, art, poetry and general socially
eclectic gatherings. It’s laid-back, neon, attitude/advertisement
free atmosphere invites people to express or just ignore. Live music
(up to six days a week) from local and national acts, and open mic
mondaze will arouse something of interest in everyone.
The Underground
555 E Fourth Street – 775-786-2582 - map
Big favorite among local burners. Host of many burner functions.
Variety of musical scenes.
Bliss Nightclub
535 E Fourth Street – 775-348-2547 - map
Big favorite among local burners. Host of many burner functions.
Largely House music with killer sound system.
Amendment
21 Grill & Sports Bar
425 S Virginia St. – 775-786-0808 - map
Open 11am – 10pm weekdays, 11am – 12:30am weekends.
The menu has a little for everyone ranging from simple pizza & burgers
to perfections like tri-tip & savory pasta entrees. Daily beer
and food specials, and a variety of games to play.
Satellite
188 California Ave - 775-786-3536 - map
For an upbeat young lounge atmosphere and chic, check this out.
Abby's Highway 40
424 E 4th St - 775-322-9422 - map
3rd Street Blues
125 W 3rd St - 775-323-5005 - map
West of Sierra St.; formerly the Blue Lamp.
1099 Club
1099 S Virginia St - 775-329-1099 - map
This is a good starting point if you're looking for a rainbow pride tour of Reno. Find drag revues, patio parties, and the dish on other GLBT business and resources.
Red Rock Studio
241 S. Sierra St - 775-324-2468 - map
One of the more unique lounges in town - clean and cozy, wonderful service, and some class ! Open most all day with espressos.
The Imperial Lounge
150 N. Arlington - 775-324-7720 - map
At this 'gastropub,' try beers and sliders or a glass of wine with a thin crust pizza. A community-oriented spot, with something for everyone and a special appeal to locals - especially singles and college students. A stripped-down, wide-open venue featuring 20-foot ceilings, exposed steel beams, and natural brick. Includes modern amenities like wide-screen TVs, custom-designed booths, and a sleek bar. Diverse menu includes Panini sandwiches, meats and cheeses, a wide selection of beers on tap, and several wines.
Hours are 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. daily.
The WaterFall
775-322-7373 – 134 W. 2nd St. - map
Open from Noon until the business is gone in the early AM, this location
offers a pleasantly unique atmosphere amongst the casino giants.
You’ll find flair bartending offering fine wine and spirits
as well as live music, full espresso bar, gaourmet sandwiches, soups & salads.
Vegetarian friendly & carnivore approved. As a bounus they also
offer Free Wi-Fi.
Tonic
231 W. Second St - 775-337-6868 - map
Popular with the locals due to the fantastic happy hours, their very
burner friendly attitude. Live or House music typically after 10PM.
Open Monday thru Saturday 5PM until the people drop, featuring half
price cocktail happy hours everyday from 5pm to 10pm.
The 5-Star Saloon
132 West Street - 775-329-2878 - map
A downtown-Reno gay bar that offers a friendly, sassy place, with pool tables, live shows, live DJs, Internet jukebox, and free WiFi. No cover charge; free parking at the 1st Street Parking Gallery.
Open 24/7.
The Patio
600 W. 5th Street - 775-323-6565 - map
A very classy, friendly gay bar with mixed crowd, and deluxe pool tables. Mostly women on Friday nights.
Jungle Vino
248 West 1st Street - 775-329-4484 - map
Fine wine and food in an intimate, sophisticated setting. Features a full-service bar, weekly wine tastings, and special events supporting local artists and music.
Open Mon. — Thurs. 3 p.m.— 12 p.m., Fri. 3 p.m.— 2 a.m., Sat. noon — 2 a.m., Sun. noon — midnight.
Se7en Teahouse and Bar
100 N. Arlington Avenue - 775-348-9526 - map
Adding a bit of flavor, class and culture to the Reno community, this teahouse, bar and food venue provides a sanctuary for some quiet time or to meet up with friends. A large variety of teas ranging from organic to herbal, green to red, Asian to European, loose to bag. Coffees, sandwiches, pastries and appetizers also available. Turns into a cocktail lounge after 6 p.m., featuring a complete wine list, organic alcoholic and tea-accented concoctions.
Sun. — Th. 10 a.m. — midnight, Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. — 2 a.m.
Sierra Tap House
252 W. 1st Street - 775-348-9526 - map
Known for its friendly and knowledgeable staff and full liquor menu, this bar is located along the Truckee River. Offers a great patio for people watching and enjoying a nice microbrew in a relaxed, non-smoking atmosphere.
Open Mon.-Fri., 4 p.m. to close; Sat. & Sun., noon to close.
Silver Peak Grill and Taproom
135 N. Sierra Street - 775-284-3300 - map
124 Wonder Street – 775-324-1864 (The actual brewery is at
this location)
Very popular local brewery/restaurant with two locations to serve
you: One in the heart of the arts district, and the other is south
of downtown, just a few blocks away across from the very popular
Zephyr Lounge.. Features indoor and outdoor dining, serving imaginative
dishes and brews. Kitchen open 11 a.m. to midnight weekdays; to 1
a.m. Fri. & Sat.
Washoe County Library
301 S Center St - 775-327-8300 - map
Monday, 9-5, Tuesday, 1-7, Wed-Fri, 9-5, Sat, 11-3, one hour free computer access with guest pass.
Dreamer's Coffeehouse & Deli
17 S Virginia St - 775-322-8040 - map
7 AM - 9 PM (Open until 10 PM on Fri and Sat)
Limited computer access and free wireless.
Java Jungle
246 W 1st St - 775-329-4484 - map
Nevada Museum of Art
160 West Liberty Street - 775-329-3333 - 775-329-1541 - map
Fritz's
1305 N Virginia St - 775-348-0808 - map
Bar and grill across from the university campus with a wifi network.
Dish Cafe & Catering
855 Mill St - 775-348-8264 - map
The WaterFall
775-322-7373 – 134 W. 2nd St. - map
The 5-Star Saloon
132 West Street - 775-329-2878 - map
Amendment
21 Grill & Sports
Bar
425 S Virginia St. – 775-786-0808 - map
Dreamer's Coffeehouse & Deli
17 S Virginia St - 775-322-8040 - map
7 AM - 9 PM (Open until 10 PM on Fri and Sat)
Limited computer access and free wireless.
Unscientific studies indicate high caffiene per milligram, meaning we're wide awake for hours after a visit to Dreamer's.
Java Jungle
246 W 1st St - 775-329-4484 - map
The
WaterFall
775-322-7373 – 134 W. 2nd St. - map
Hospitals/Urgent Care Facilities
M St Mary's Health Network
236 W 6th St # 302 - 775-770-3000 - 775-323-5151 - map - map above
W Renown
Regional Medical Center (Trauma Center, for emergencies)
155 Mill Street - 775-982-4100 - map - map above
F Renown
Medical Groups
975 Ryland, Ste. 100 - 775-982-5210 - map - map above
US Bank
1 East Liberty - 775-688-6626 - map
Bank of America
700 N Virginia St - 775-688-8383 - map
Bank of America
401 S Virginia St - 775-688-8778 - 775-688-8630 - map
Silver Legacy Resort Casino
407 North Virginia Street -800-687-8733 - map
The Silver Legacy is welcome to all burners. Book your stay by calling
800-687-8733 or visiting http://www.silverlegacyreno.com/
Circus Circus
Reno Hotel and Casino
500 N Sierra St; 775.329.0711; 775.789.5604 - map
Circus Circus is burner-friendly and is offering a free “Fun
Book” per guest ($75 value). Visit: http://www.circusreno.com/ to book your stay.
Sands Regency Casino Hotel
345 N Arlington Ave - 775-348-2200 - 800-648-3553 - 775-322-2647
- map
Lots of surface and indoor parking. Free pool parties, Sun, Wed,
and Friday, 6-8/10pm. The Sands is offering a special room rate for
burners of $34 Mon-Thurs; $74 Fri-Sun. Call 866.FUN.STAY and ask
for code: BURN08. For more information on this hotel visit http://www.sandsregency.com/.
Club
Cal Neva
38 E 2nd St., 775-323-1046 – map
The Club Cal Neva is offering a special package for burners. Sunday
-Thursday: $34.99; Fri-Sat $84.99. Call 877-777-7303 or visit www.clubcalneva.com/rooms.php and refer to code: BM08.
Econo Lodge
666 N Wells Ave - 775-329-3125 - map
Motel 6
866 N Wells Avenue, Reno, NV 89512 - 775-786-9852 - 775-786-3162 - map
I-80 at N Wells Avenue Exit #14
Days Inn
701 E 7th St - 775-786-4070 - map
Wild Sierra Adventures
Corner of West and Fifth Streets (at the Silver Legacy Adventure Desk) - 775-323-8928 or 866-323-8928 - map
The Melting Pot World Emporium
1049 S Virginia St - 775-322-9445 - map
Regular hours: Mon – Fri, 10-7, Sat. 11-7, Sun. 12-5. Week
of Burning Man, open later. Closed Labor Day weekend.
Family-owned and operated by burners, this wonderful place is also
a year-round and longtime favorite of the local and world burner
community. Lots and lots of great, exotic, and fashionable costuming,
clothing, jewelry, masks, hats, pasties, capes, wings, playa-safe
boas, umbrellas, ready-to-go el-wire kits, flags, tapestries, playa
gifts, carrying packs, poi, smoking tools, body and eco-friendly
lotions and oils, and other curiosities...
The Melting Pot is also one of the few places on the planet that sells tickets to Burning Man, and the very last place to get a ticket before departing the pavement, as no tickets will be sold at the entrance to Black Rock City. Tickets will be available at The Melting Pot while supplies last, or at the very latest until August 22. Given these facts, it is still very much advised that you get your ticket well before embarking on your journey to the playa, such as at Burning Man Tickets Online. If you are fortunate to get a ticket at The Melting Pot though, EXACT CASH ONLY is accepted.
La Bussola
254 W 1st St – 775-348-8858 - map
Local artists studio with many unique and quirky items to buy.
Burner Boutique & Junkee Clothing Exchange
960 S Virginia St.– 775-322-5868 - map
Open every day, 11-7
"Now Open! The Soon to be Famous 'Burner Boutique.’ A
multitude of fabulous, inexpensive, random acts of costumery for
your playa-pleasure. It's all recycled 'stuff', ready for the playa,
and hand picked for you by a fellow burner, Diva C. Come in and visit
as you pass through town. The party is always on!"
Nevada Museum of Art
160 West Liberty Street - 775-329-3333 - 775-329-1541 - map
Bringing a little more of the playa through art exhibitions and installations
to Reno every year.
Spy Shop-Scotland Yard
1085 S Virginia St - 775-323-3232 - map
Romantic Sensations
1065 S Virginia St - 775-322-1884 - map
Very large adult boutique store.
Chocolate Walrus Boutique
1278 South Virginia St – 775-825-2267 – Open 10-9, Sun
11-6 - map
Adult boutique offering romance.
Aces Tattoo
681 S Virginia St - 775-333-0915 - map
Black Hole Body Piercing
912 S Virginia St - 775-329-6010 - map
12 Noon - 8 PM / Sun-Mon 12 Noon - 6 PM
Stingray Productions
902 S Wells Ave - 775-348-8383 - map
11 AM - 8 PM
Pirate Tattoo
1039 S Virginia St - 775-337-1153 - map
Absolute Tattoo
620 Ryland St - 775-324-2223 - map
Body Graphics Tattooing
460 S Wells Ave - 775-322-8623 - map
Salvation Army
1925 Sutro St - 775-688-4588 - 775-688-4589 - map
9 AM - 6 PM, Closed Sundays
Rankin's Auto Service Inc
530 Merrill (off Wells near I-80) - 775-329-8433 - map
8 AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri
Reno Vulcanizing Auto Care & Tire Works
590 N Virginia St - 775-322-2141 - map
Mon-Fri 8 AM - 6 PM, Sat 8 AM - 5 PM, Auto service and tires.
Need more info? Try: Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority, Reno News and Review, Reno Gazette-Journal, Reno Magazine, Reno Passport, National Traffic and Road Closure Information, PlayReno, NevadaNet, goTahoe.com, Tahoe.com, Fernleynews.com. 
