Mike's Guidebook
Food scene
Fat Cat Bar & Grill
599 N Lake BlvdGrass fed burgers and great happy hour deals!
Very interesting / intimate Japanese w/ a unique Reno vibe (in a good way).
15 abantu bendawo batusa
Kauboi Izakaya
1286 S Virginia StVery interesting / intimate Japanese w/ a unique Reno vibe (in a good way).
This is not only the closest bar to my place (1 block away), but it’s also one of my favorite. On nice days, it’s great people watching!
31 abantu bendawo batusa
Chapel Tavern
1099 S Virginia StThis is not only the closest bar to my place (1 block away), but it’s also one of my favorite. On nice days, it’s great people watching!
Cypress
Great local music spot with really good specials
The sister bar to the Uber popular death and taxes which is right next door. I prefer Amari a bit more but don’t expect it to be as crowded as Death and Taxes.
Amari
32 Cheney StThe sister bar to the Uber popular death and taxes which is right next door. I prefer Amari a bit more but don’t expect it to be as crowded as Death and Taxes.
Sightseeing
Old Reno Arch
345 N Virginia StYou have to visit this and the river walk one day.
Mt Rose ski Resort view point
Slide Mount Ski Bowl HighwayThis is where all the locals go for Mt Rose access.
Whites Creek Dry Pond Trailhead
National Forest Development Road 047Great hiking spot 20 minutes away!