Reno - West McCarran & Mae Anne
You're finally rolling into Reno. You can see the casino lights in the distance.
Safeway
5150 Mae Anne Ave - (775) 746-9000 / (775) 746-9010
Bicycle Bananas
2005 Sierra Highlands Drive, #115 - 775-747-1413 -
Exit #10, West McCarran Blvd is a shopping hub that's perfect for just about anything you might need. All main stores here are open 24/7 unless noted.
North of the exit and within a half mile you've got close to 40 restaurants to choose from: Starbucks and McDonald's to Hacienda and Flowing Tide and everything in between. Nothing fancy about any of the restaurants but if you want something familiar, you'll find it. Also at this exit, three major grocery stores, three decent gas stations, a pharmacy and several banks. Traffic and parking is plentiful and getting in and out of the shopping centers is easy, even with a trailer or RV.Mae Anne Ave & McCarran Blvd
On the right is the Canyon Center there is decent fuel pricing, car wash, Carl's Jr and great restrooms make this a good stop. Huge dining area inside 7-Eleven and wonderfully air conditioned. Next door are IHOP, Arby's, and Starbucks.
Go a little farther up McCarran and on your left is the Riverview Plaza. This is the best parking lot around.
Here you will find Safeway, McDonald's (25 cent ice cream cones!), Port of Subs, L & L Hawiian BBQ,, Round Table Pizza, US Bank, a credit union and Big O Tires. Safeway opened a gas station that offers a discount with a Safeway card. Decent pricing on fuel. There is also a great coffee shop (West Side Coffee) with some of the best quick breakfast. Plus there is a Ross in case your forgot an essential piece of clothing.
At McCarran and Mae Anne you will find on the right, the Save Mart (formerly Albertsons) shopping center. One of the more burner-friedly places in town, you will not only be able to find almost anything for your shopping needs (bulk water, water barrels, el-wire kits, goggles, food), and they will also be again cooperating in a multi-community drive-thru recycling initiative (see below for details).
Also in this shopping center are a Dollar Tree, Jack in the Box, Papa Murphy's, Keva Juice, dry cleaners, Sally's Beauty Supply, Optometrist, Flowing Tide Pub, and Hacienda Mexican restaurant. Across the way to the right and brand spanking new is the Walgreens. Next door to Walgreens are Dairy Queen, El Pollo Loco, Chili's, Jamba Juice and Qdoba Fresh Mex. Bank of America is on the far north corner of the shopping center.
Want to go to Wally World? If you are on McCarran Blvd, turn left onto Mae Anne Ave and go one block. Turn right at the Burger King into the Coit Plaza and boom, you're at Wal-Mart. They will be stocking up on pallets of water along with camping gear and dry goods.
Also at this intersection, you'll find Burger King, Taco Bell, KFC, AM/PM, Wells Fargo and Kragen Auto Parts.
Now, for bike repairs and parts or to purchase a bike in this area, stop at Bicycle Bananas. He'll be bringing in streamers, spoke decorations, seat covers, padded seat covers, battery operated lighting, baskets, head lamps, tubes, inexpensive tools, patch kits, repair kits, and lots of inexpensive fun decorations. Located in the shopping center behind Wal-Mart, they are easy to get to and a great bunch of friendly guys.
Next door to Bicycle Bananas is Bully's Sports Bar. If you've been missing the NFL Pre-Season Madness, this is the spot to get your fill. With over a gazillion TVs and some fabulous bar food and great drinks, Bully's is the place to go. You could probably even call to get the latest scores.
AM PM
2002 Sierra Highland Dr. – 775-747-4844 - map
Some of the cheapest gas in town.
Save Mart (formerly Albertsons)
10500 N McCarran Blvd - (775) 746-8882 / (775) 746-5717- map
Another classic Save Mart with all the Burner fixings. Pallets and pallets of water, el-wire kits, goggles, lotions, dry goods, dry ice, water barrels, etc, and well-stocked for all your alcohol needs. Overnight parking is perhaps available if you check in with the store management. Easy parking lot to move around in and great access.
S Safeway
5150 Mae Anne Ave - (775) 746-9000 / (775) 746-9010 - map - map above
Safeway is stocking over 20 pallets of water along with ice and dry ice in the front lobby. Safeway offers a real live sushi chef during the day and Starbucks is inside for your caffiene addiction. There is a very large selection of natural and organic foods as well.
Wal-Mart
5260 W 7th St - (775) 624-2000 - map
Bully's
2005 Sierra Highlands Dr # 155 - (775) 746-8006 - map
Hacienda Restaurant & Bar
10580 N Mccarran Blvd # 102 - (775) 746-2228 - map
Qdoba Mexican Grill
10310 N Mccarran Blvd - (775) 824-0305 - map
Dairy Queen
10390 N McCarran Blvd - (775) 787-1003 - map
International House of Pancakes
10150 N. McCarran Blvd. (775) 786-5028 - map
Flowing Tide Pub
10580 N Mccarran Blvd # 109 - (775) 747-7707 - (775) 747-7708 - map
B Bicycle Bananas
2005 Sierra Highlands Drive, #115 - 775-747-1413 - map - map above
Big O Tires and Service Centers
5130 Mae Anne Ave - (775) 787-3222 - map
Kragen Auto Parts
5010 W 7th St - (775) 787-3634 - map
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