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PRICE SYSTEM

$          $10 or less average

$$        $11-15 average

$$$      $16-20 average

$$$$      $20 or more average

Note: Prices are for dinner items, unless it is a breakfast-lunch restaurant only.

Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D)

Listings are in the 775 area code.

AMERICAN

BRICKS            D             $$$

1695 S. Virginia St.            786-2277

Diners enjoy fine dining with an excellent wine selection. The menu features American steakhouse favorites as well as some continental dishes. Closed Sundays.

THE CHOCOLATE BAR            B (Sunday), L, D             $$

475 S. Arlington Ave.            337-1122

The Summit at 13979 S. Virginia St.        852-9966

This chic spot is known for its delicious chocolate desserts and cocktails (indulge in the chocolate martini or warm white peppermint cocktail), but it’s also got tasty food. For lunch and dinner there’s savory small plates such as chicken satay, seared ahi, herb-marinated flat iron steak, and salads. For Sunday brunch, dine on quiche, crepes, eggs Benedict, and French toast.

DAVID’S GRILL AT THE RESORT AT RED HAWK                        B, L, D             $$

6600 N. Wingfield Parkway, Sparks                        626-1000

Enjoy appetizers such as jumbo lump crab cake, seared ahi, or specialty grilled links. The lunch and dinner menus also include freshly made soups, salads, and specialty sandwiches; entrées include porcini-encrusted 14-ounce rib eye and macadamia halibut; breakfast is served every day in the summer and on weekends in winter. 

IMPERIAL BAR AND LOUNGE             L, D             $$

150 N. Arlington Ave.                    324-6399

Imperial's menu includes mac and cheese with Gruyère and bleu cheese as well as thin-crust pizza. Whether you want sliders and beer or a meat-and-cheese plate and wine, your lunch and dinner cravings will be met.

PEG’S GLORIFIED HAM N EGGS            B, L            $

420 S. Sierra St.            329-2600

6300 Mae Anne Ave.            624-2700

A great place for breakfast, this diner features a variety of egg-based dishes and large omelets, plus sandwiches, burgers, and salads on the lunch menu.

PJ AND CO.             B, L, D             $

1590 S. Wells Ave.            323-6366

Known to locals as “PJ’s,” this unassuming restaurant/saloon serves up excellent breakfast omelets, eggs Benedict, and huevos rancheros. It also offers burgers and sandwiches for lunch, and ribs and fajitas for dinner. It has a full bar.

PNEUMATIC DINER            B, L, D             $

501 W. First St.             786-8888, ext. 106

Most entrées here have a vegetarian or vegan slant. There are many fans of the house-made waffles (Sunday mornings only), soups, salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and pastas. It’s upstairs in the Truckee River Terrace Apartment Homes.

ROUNDABOUT MARKET & BISTRO            B, L, D             $$

7665 Town Square Way (Somersett)              747-2090

Roundabout offers a big selection of take-out meals as well as delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner items. Dinner service includes pasta dishes, organic rosemary chicken, pan-roasted fish, and prime New York steak. Tuesdays are Italian-themed family night. Don’t miss Sunday brunch, with live jazz, on the second Sunday of the month. Catering and cooking classes are offered, too. The expanded, full-service bistro opened in August.

THE GRILL AT QUAIL CORNERS            L, D             $$$

6520 S. McCarran Blvd.            827-6262

The Grill has become a local favorite, offering a casual-chic setting for a great business lunch or dinner with friends. Enjoy delicious salads, pastas, pizzas, steaks, and seafood, plus fine wine selections. Closed Sundays and no lunch on weekends.

THE MELTING POT            D            $$$$

6950 S. McCarran Blvd.             827-6500

Dip your favorite morsels into a delectable four-course fondue meal while sipping fine wine and specialty drinks in a sleek and contemporary atmosphere. Private booths are available for added romance.

THE STONE HOUSE CAFÉ            B, L, D            $$$

1907 S. Arlington Ave.             284-3895

Satisfy a craving for classic cuisine with a choice of burgers, pasta, soups, salads, seafood, meat and poultry. Spice it up with chicken curry, Basque lamb chops, fish and chips, or tamales.

TRUCKEE RIVER BAR AND GRILL I and II                  B, L, D (Wednesdays only) $

1113 California Ave.            786-7971

3466 Lakeside Drive            825-5585

These local haunts offer lunch items such as soups, salads, and sandwiches. Breakfast includes awesome whole-wheat banana pancakes. The bar menu is available in the evening, and Wednesday is Italian night, featuring specialties such as pasta and steak, at the California Avenue location only.

VINO RENO            D            $

6522 S. McCarran Blvd.            828-3475

A hot place for cheese, hot oil, and chocolate fondue. The small restaurant also has an extensive wine list and full bar. Open Wednesday-Saturday for dinner.

VISTA GRILLE            L, D             $$

1250 Disc Drive, Sparks            626-9922

This restaurant truly has something for everyone. Lunch includes pasta, pizza, sandwiches, salads, and chicken prepared four different ways. Feel like a hamburger, pasta jambalaya, steak Diane, barbecued pork baby back ribs, or stuffed salmon? Vista has you covered for dinner. The causal, refined establishment also has a full bar.

CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN

4TH ST. BISTRO            D             $$$$

3065 W. Fourth St.            323-3200

Take that someone special to 4th Street Bistro. The food is upscale California cuisine, prepared with an eye toward health. Made with the freshest possible ingredients, the dishes are amazingly flavorful. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

LULOU’S            D             $$$

1470 S. Virginia St.            329-9979

With an ever-changing menu, this Reno hot spot prides itself on surprise and variety. Everything from modern American cuisine to Asian and Middle Eastern food is offered. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

SEZMU            D             $$

670 Mt. Rose St.            327-4448

Sezmu offers an eclectic mix of cuisines served in an upscale casual atmosphere. You’ll find fresh and seasonal Asian delicacies, rich Italian dishes, and American classics. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

ASIAN/CHINESE/INDIAN

CHUTNEY INDIAN CUISINE            L, D             $$

1290 E. Plumb Lane (Costco center)            829-4477

Delicious Indian dishes punctuate the menu of this elegant establishment. There is northern and southern Indian cooking as well as Chinese fusion cuisine. The restaurant offers a lunch buffet and a la carte items for dinner.

FRANCIS’ ASIAN BISTRO            L, D             $$

4796 Caughlin Parkway, Suite 101            827-3111

For a mouthwatering tour of the Orient, you only have to travel as far as Caughlin Ranch. From sensational sushi to delectable noodle dishes, Francis’ has Asian cuisine covered.

FORTUNE PALACE            L, D            $$

1282 Disc Drive, Sparks            626-9888

Quality Chinese dishes, including egg rolls, soups, and classic entrées. The restaurant has wonderful service and also is a perfect take-out option.

ICHIBAN JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE, SUSHI BAR  L, D $$$$

206 N. Virginia St. (inside Harrah’s Reno)            323-5550

A Reno favorite for three decades. Relax while a master chef prepares sizzling steak and lobster for you at your table. Don’t forget the all-you-can-eat sushi and tempura bar.

INDIA GARDEN            L, D             $$

1565 S. Virginia St.            337-8002

The affordable lunchtime all-you-can-eat buffet gets rave reviews. Dinner brings standard Indian a la carte items such as chicken tikka and chutneys.

INDIA KABOB              L, D             $$

1091 S. Virginia St.            348-6222

Delectable Indian fare, including curries, samosas, vindaloos, and tandoori dishes. Full bar, plus an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet (a la carte also available).

JAZMINE              L, D             $$

9333 Double R Blvd., Suite 1000            851-2888

Step inside this beautifully decorated restaurant and prepare yourself for delicious Asian dishes. You’ll find standards such as kung pao and chow mein as well as Szechuan lamb, red snapper with mushrooms, and New York steak with XO sauce. There’s fresh sushi, too. Closed Sundays.

KYOTO            L, D             $$

915 W. Moana Lane            825-9686

From tempura to teriyaki, you’ll find all your favorite Japanese dishes at Kyoto. And if you like sushi, you’ll love it here. Closed Sundays.

PALAIS DE JADE            L, D             $$

960 W. Moana Lane              827-5233

The upscale atmosphere goes a long way here, but it’s the food that brings people back. The restaurant serves Mandarin, Hunan, and Cantonese cuisines, but pay special attention to the delicious Szechuan dishes. 

PEONY CHINESE CUISINE            L, D             $$

6340 Mae Anne Ave.                                     747-3288

This delicious addition to the Chinese food scene offers Cantonese, Szechuan, and other styles. Menu items run from the familiar to the exotic, and all are filled with flavor. There's even sushi for fresh-fish lovers. Full bar and wine list.

P.F. CHANG’S            L, D             $$

5180 Kietzke Lane            825-9800

Culinary delights include addicting appetizers such as Chang’s chicken in lettuce wraps and entrées such as orange peel beef and oolong marinated sea bass.

TASTE OF INDIA            L, D             $$

315 E. Moana Lane            825-3008

In its cheerful spot, this owner-operated restaurant features a lunch buffet and sit-down dinners. The tandoori chicken is excellent, as are the varied curries.

DELI/SANDWICHES/SALADS/BARBECUE

ANTHONY’S DANDELION DELI            B, L             $

1170 S. Wells Ave.            322-6100

This intimate deli features great salads, including tabouli and hummus; sandwiches; and hot entrées —all with an emphasis on healthy eating. House-made breakfasts, breads, soups, and desserts are served.

THE BBQ HOUSE            L, D             $$

463 Roberts St.            323-7427

If you’re a fan of barbecued brisket, ribs, hot links, or chicken, try them “Oakland-style” at The BBQ House. Oakland-style means apple, cherry, and almond woods are used, and the sauce (as hot —or not —as you like) relies on brown sugar rather than vinegar or molasses.

CAFÉ MUSÉE            L             $$

160 Liberty St. (Nevada Museum of Art)             329-3323

Find a selection of delectable salads, cold and grilled sandwiches, house-made soups, and daily specials. There’s also a kids’ menu. The third Sunday of every month also offers an exciting jazz brunch. Closed Mondays.

CALIFORNIA AVENUE DELICATESSEN            L             $

1201 California Ave.            322-3354

This deli gets packed for lunch with Reno High School kids during the week and families on weekends. It offers delicious sandwiches (try the tri-tip, French dip, and Philly cheese steak), salads, and specials such as enchiladas and pasta. The business offers catering, too. Closed Sundays.

DISH CAFÉ             B, L             $

855 Mill St.            348-8264

Dish features from-scratch quiche, soup, sandwiches, and desserts (including mouthwatering cupcakes). All food is made with a fresh, homemade flair. A nice coffee selection and a friendly staff make this a highlight on the dining and catering scene. Closed on weekends.

ICEBOX            L, D             $

9333 Double R Blvd., Suite 600            336-5200           

1345 Baring Blvd., Sparks            358-2505

This “take-and-bake-gourmet-dinners-to-go” restaurant has a rotating weekly menu you can view online (iceboxkitchen.com). All entrées come in oven-safe containers, and most are $10. There are many gourmet choices.

JOSEF’S VIENNA BAKERY            B, L            $

933 W. Moana Lane            825-0451

Baked goods are the specialty at this café, which also features breakfast items, from-scratch soups, salads, and sandwiches.

MANHATTAN DELI            L, D            $$

3800 S. Virginia St. (inside Atlantis)            825-4700

Located in the new section of the Atlantis Casino Resort, this authentic New York-style restaurant and deli offers an awesome pastrami sandwich, flavorful matzo ball soup, and a sinful cheesecake, along with many other items.

MR. PICKLE’S SANDWICH SHOP            L, D             $

2975 Vista Blvd., Suite 101            331-5111

3064 Mill St.            322-3322

10855 Double R Blvd., Suite A             852-2010

3250 Retail Drive, Suite 100, Carson City 883-2888

Mr. Pickle’s specializes in delicious sandwiches such as meatball, turkey, hot pastrami, and roast beef. You can jazz them up with avocado, bacon, and roasted red pepper. For lighter fare, there are soups, salads, low-carb wraps, and smoothies.

NEWMAN’S DELI            B, L            $

20 California Ave.            348-8884

This deli has some of the city’s best pastrami and corned beef sandwiches. Soup, salads, bagels, and more fill the menu. Closed on weekends.

NOTHING TO IT GOURMET DELI            L             $

225 Crummer Lane            826-2628

In addition to the culinary center, the gourmet deli offers an enticing lunch menu. Choose from delectable salads and gourmet sandwiches. Closed on weekends.

ROSE’S RESTAURANT              L             $

725 S. Center St.            329-7673

Visit Rose’s, where the house-made soups and sandwiches are rated G (for gourmet). Enjoy sandwiches named after famous painters while sipping a specialty coffee, tea, or juice. 

SPICY PICKLE            L             $

222 Los Altos Parkway, Sparks            626-4111

5210 Longley Lane, Suite 100                                    852-4440

Spicy Pickle is great for lunch. Take your pick from paninis and individual pizzas to fresh salads such as the Greek. There are several specialty sandwiches on the menu, or you can build your own. Italian breads are baked fresh daily. To top it off, the establishment offers catering.

SÜP            L             $

719 S. Virginia St.            324-4787

This soup, salad, and sandwich spot is extremely popular with the lunch crowd. Try the tasty flat iron steak salad or pesto turkey sandwich. Six fresh soups are offered daily and there are many from which to choose. Closed Sundays.

THE CHEESE BOARD            L             $$

247 California Ave.            323-3115

Delicious, California-fresh sandwiches, salads, and soups are served at this popular lunch spot (in business since 1981). It also offers Old World ambiance and a plentiful wine selection. Closed Sundays.

WALDEN’S COFFEEHOUSE            B, L, D            $$

3940 Mayberry Drive             787-3307

This unassuming coffeehouse offers great food and drink, with highlights such as the quiche Lorraine, the breakfast burrito with sausage, the egg salad sandwich, and the veggie delight hot wrap.

INTERNATIONAL

BAVARIAN WORLD            B, L, D             $$

595 Valley Road            323-7646

Find authentic German food in a charming atmosphere at this locals’ favorite and tourist haunt. An array of sausages, sauerkraut, and schnitzel awaits diners, along with great potato pancakes. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO             L, D             $$$

130 West St.            323-2227

Beaujolais Bistro is trés chic. Owner/chef Bill Gilbert is as much a Reno landmark as the 100-year-old building that houses his delightful little restaurant. For lunch, enjoy soup, salad, quiche, open-faced sandwiches, and more. Dinner brings French favorites such as coq au vin, beef bourguignon, and cassoulet, as well as beautifully presented American standards such as New York steak. Closed Mondays and no lunch on weekends.

BISTRO 7            L, D             $$

7111 S. Virginia St.            851-9463

In May, Ciao transformed into Bistro 7 to offer comfort food in a small-plates format with an emphasis on Asian and Italian cuisine. Eclectic menu items include soups, meats, fish, salads, and fresh pizza from the wood-burning oven. The restaurant now offers more of a lounge atmosphere, with DJs and live music and a VIP room for private parties. Closed Mondays and no lunch on weekends.

BLUE PLATE            L, D (Friday nights)            $

236 California Ave.            786-3463

The intimate, quirky fusion diner has a big-city feel, with Greek and Asian entrées, plus salads and sandwiches. Closed on weekends.

FRANZ’S BACKSTUBE AUSTRIAN CAFÉ            B, L            $

3882 Mayberry Landing            624-2921

This bakery features sumptuous pastries and also has sandwiches, filled croissants, pastries, coffees, cakes, and cookies. Closed on Mondays.

LOUIS’ BASQUE CORNER            L, D             $$

301 E. Fourth St.            323-7203

One regular calls this restaurant a must for out-of-town guests and big get-togethers. The food is authentic Basque, with meat figuring prominently. In business since 1967, this is a Reno institution. Lunch Tuesday through Saturday, dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

ZAGOL ETHIOPIAN CUISINE            L, D             $$

855 E. Fourth St.            786-9020

Diners eat with their hands, or use injera (an Ethiopian flatbread), to grab tasty morsels at this wonderful restaurant. Try zilzil tibs (sautéed beef strips), kilkil (green beans and carrots), or alicha (lamb stew). Closed Mondays.

ITALIAN

CORTINA RISTORANTE AND BAR            L, D             $$$$

Summit Reno, 13971 S. Virginia St.            853-5111

For Italian food with fine-dining flair, enjoy lunch or dinner at this restaurant in the Summit shopping center. From pastas to seafood, steaks, veal, and more, owner Gianni Chiloiro promises “an authentic, fresh, heartfelt dining experience.” Lunch Friday through Sunday only.

LA FAMIGLIA            D            $$

180 E. First St.            324-1414

This downtown Italian spot is excellent. House-made pastas such as gnocchi, lasagna, and cannelloni are king. There’s a full range of dishes, including seafood, meat, chicken, and vegetarian fare. Closed Sundays.

LA STRADA            D            $$

345 N. Virginia St. (inside Eldorado)             786-5700

Enjoy authentic northern Italian cuisine, including fresh-made pastas as well as meat and seafood entrees, and a great wine list. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.

LA VECCHIA            L, D            $$$

3501 S. Virginia St.            825-1113

The pasta is house-made at this longtime Reno favorite. Traditional dishes with both meat and vegetarian options abound. No lunch on weekends.

LUCIANO’S            L, D             $$

6135 Lakeside Drive            828-0400

Diners highly rate the authentic Italian-style pork, beef, seafood, and pasta dishes. Closed Mondays and lunch Tuesday through Friday.

JOHNNY’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO            D            $$$

4245 W. Fourth St.            747-4511

A west Reno dinner house for decades, Johnny’s features traditional Italian cuisine, including veal, beef, and seafood dishes, and lots of pasta. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

ZOZO’S            L, D             $$

3446 Lakeside Drive            829-9449

An intimate, Old World-style restaurant, this locals’ favorite has a great list of pastas and sandwiches for lunch, and offers dinner entrées such as mushroom ravioli, veal saltimboca, and scampi. No lunch on weekends.

VITTORIO’S SKYLINE CAFÉ            D             $$

3005 Skyline Blvd.              825-5611

This spot offers delicious Italian food with a superb view. The menu features simple Tuscan cuisine with fresh fish specials and an array of meat, poultry, and veal dishes. Be sure to try the fresh pizza and delicious cocktails as well. There’s a covered, heated patio for parties and a deck for summertime dining. Closed Mondays.

MEXICAN

BERTHA MIRANDA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT                B, L, D $$

336 Mill St.             786-9697

Always topping the locals’ favorite list, Bertha Miranda’s serves authentic Mexican fare in a comfortable, airy setting reminiscent of a sunny hacienda. South-of-the-border specialties include enchiladas, fajitas, and great Mexican-style breakfasts. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

BETO’S            L, D             $

575 W. Fifth St.            324-0632

You’ll find value-priced lunch combination platters and good carnitas.

BUENOS GRILL            L, D             $

3892 Mayberry Drive            787-8226

This Americanized Mexican restaurant makes meals fresh daily, and the Baja grill-style menu has a healthy lean. In addition to more usual Mexican fare, try fresh fish tacos or burritos, or coconut prawns.

EL ADOBE CAFÉ            B, L, D             $$

55 W. Arroyo St.            327-4422

This establishment serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including huevos rancheros, chile rellenos, tamales, tacos, mole, and shrimp fajitas.

OFELIA’S MEXICAN FOOD AND BAKERY            B, L, D             $

1125 Rock Blvd., Sparks            356-0356

This place serves authentic Guadalajaran meals, including soups, tortas, and house-made tortillas.

ROSITA’S COCINA            B, L, D             $$

7689 S. Virginia St., Suite N            853-2521

This restaurant near Neil Road has some truly delicious dishes. The family who owns this establishment puts care into the creation of its tamales, enchiladas, and chimichangas.

PUBS

AMENDMENT 21            L, D            $$

425 S. Virginia St.            348-6370

Amendment 21 offers a full bar, wine list, salads, pasta, fajitas, burgers, and more. It also broadcasts many sports events and has pool tables, darts, and Xbox games.

BREW BROTHERS MICROBREWERY            L, D            $$

345 N. Virginia St. (inside Eldorado)            786-5700

This award-winning microbrewery offers blues and/or rock music nightly and eight custom microbrews. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas, soups, salads, and sandwiches as well as ribs, steaks, chicken, and fish.

GREAT BASIN BREWING CO.            L, D             $

846 Victorian Ave., Sparks            355-7711

Five pub-made brews, plus fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, sandwiches, and beer cheese soup, among other items, are on the menu. There’s live music on the weekends.

SILVER PEAK RESTAURANT AND BREWERY            L, D             $

124 Wonder St.            324-1864

SILVER PEAK GRILL AND TAPROOM            L, D             $

135 N. Sierra St.            284-3300

Silver Peak brews its own ales and lagers. The menu includes pizzas, seafood, salads, and pasta dishes with their own twists. Both locations are popular gathering places at night. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

SEAFOOD

FIN FISH             D             $$$

2500 E. Second St. (inside Grand Sierra)             789-2456

Next door to Charlie Palmer Steak is Fin Fish, Palmer’s sleek seafood restaurant that features a raw bar and simple seafood specialties.

RAPSCALLION SEAFOOD HOUSE & BAR                      L, D             $$$

1555 S. Wells Ave.             323-1211

Rapscallion offers a menu that changes daily and at least 20 varieties of seafood, plus certified Angus beef. Seafood is flown in daily. Also featured are up to seven kinds of fresh oysters daily. Don’t miss Sunday brunch. Closed for lunch on Saturdays.

STEAKHOUSE

CHARLIE PALMER STEAK            D             $$$

2500 E. Second St. (inside Grand Sierra)             789-2456

Fine dining hit its stride when Charlie Palmer opened his swanky, upscale steak house in summer 2007. Patrons find delicious steaks and an expansive wine list here.

ROXY            D             $$$

345 N. Virginia St. (inside Eldorado)             786-5700

With a distinctive, indoor patio feel, this restaurant features an exhibition bakery, prime rib, steaks, seafood, 102 martini choices, and 350 wine selections. 

STERLING’S SEAFOOD STEAKHOUSE            D             $$$

407 N. Virginia St. (inside Silver Legacy)            329-4777

For the ultimate in steak house dining, Sterling’s Seafood Steakhouse is a must-try. In addition to certified Angus beef, you’ll find veal, lamb, seafood, pastas, and salads. Be sure to try the Sunday champagne brunch.

THE STEAK HOUSE AT HARRAH’S            L, D            $$$$

219 N. Center St. (inside Harrah’s Reno)            788-2929

A perennial “Best of” vote-getter, this restaurant has steaks of all sizes and cuts on the menu, along with pastas, salads, and seafood. The garlic-rich Caesar salad and savory steak Diane are tasty choices. No lunch on weekends.

WASHOE            L, D             $$$

4201 W. Fourth St.            786-1323

This fine-dining restaurant features a full variety of steak cuts and sizes, plus fresh seafood dishes, pastas, and salads. And there’s a beautiful patio. No lunch on weekends.

WASHOE FLATS            D             $$$

555 U.S. 395, Washoe Valley            849-1500

This Washoe Valley restaurant serves high quality food in a fun western atmosphere. Selections include steak, ribs, chicken, and an extensive wine list.

WHITE ORCHID             D             $$$$

2707 S. Virginia St. (inside Peppermill)            689-7300

The regular menu features entrées such as escallops of baby red abalone, medallions of elk with Maine lobster, and peppercorn-crusted New York steak.

SUSHI

SUSHI CLUB            L, D             $$$

294 E. Moana Lane            828-7311

A definite hot spot for cool sushi, this restaurant features all-you-can-eat and a la carte items. It’s well-known for its array of long-roll choices and its popular Godzilla roll. 

SUSHI MOTO            L, D             $$$

748 S. Meadows Parkway            853-4246

Enjoy upscale sushi with a creative flair that employs such exotic flavors as mango, macadamia nuts, and cilantro. A wide range of lunch specials and salads make this one of Reno’s hottest sushi restaurants. Closed Sundays.

SUSHI PIER I            L, D             $$$

1290 E. Plumb Lane            825-6776

SUSHI PIER II            L, D             $$$

1507 S. Virginia St.             825-5225

Fresh options abound for both all-you-can-eat lunch and dinner, plus there’s tempura. The chefs are creative, offering different styles and dishes, including a signature Sushi Pier long roll.

WOO CHON            L, D             $$

5085 S. McCarran Blvd. (Smithridge Plaza)            825-2552

In addition to sushi (including an all-you-can-eat option), enjoy Korean and Japanese offerings such as teriyaki, tempura, and udon noodles. The chefs are the real deal and the atmosphere is fun, so come as you are and expect to enjoy yourself. Closed Sundays.

THAI

BANGKOK CUISINE            L, D             $$

55 Mt. Rose St.            322-0299

6170 Mae Anne Ave., Suite 5            747-9999

Serving authentic Thai cuisine as mild or wild as you want it, this Reno favorite has an exhaustive menu of curries, soups, pad Thai, and vegetarian dishes. Closed for lunch on Sundays at Mt. Rose Street location, closed all day on Sundays at Mae Anne Avenue location.

CAFÉ DE THAI            L, D             $$$

7499 Longley Lane            829-8424

This longtime Reno spot serves sophisticated Thai cuisine with a modern twist. Stir-fry and curry options abound. No lunch on Sundays.

GREEN PAPAYA            L, D             $

4786 Caughlin Parkway            826-8116

A traditional Thai restaurant, Green Papaya specializes in chicken and seafood stir-fry dishes. Curries, tofu, and vegetarian options are here, too. Closed Sundays. Lunch Monday through Friday.

THAI CHILI            L, D             $

1030 S. Virginia St.            786-7878

Fresh and delicious Thai specialties include crispy duck and yellow, red, or green curries. Try the haw mok (steamed curry) with huge shrimp.

VIETNAMESE

ASIAN NOODLES            L, D             $

1290 E. Plumb Lane (Airport Square center)            828-7227

This small restaurant is brimming with diners eagerly devouring steaming bowls of pho. The rich broth is filled with fresh meat or vegetables. There also are fresh spring rolls and other Vietnamese delights.

GOLDEN FLOWER VIETNAMESE            L, D             $

205 W. Fifth St.            323-1628

Regulars call this place “very good, fresh, and authentic.” It has a large menu, fast service, and offers a good value.

PHO            L, D             $

6775 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 600            852-6100

Pho, in the Target shopping center, has a friendly, polished atmosphere and delicious pho. The restaurant has outstanding broth, crisp vegetables, fresh meats, and perfectly cooked noodles. Favorites include the barbecue pork pho, beef pho, and the pot stickers. Closed on Sundays.

PHO 777            L, D             $

102 E. Second St.             323-7777

Sliced meats (typically beef), vegetables, and noodles in a light broth form the delicious soup called pho. This Vietnamese restaurant usually is filled with a stream of regulars and everyone else lucky enough to have heard about the delicious fare through word-of-mouth. Choose between 14 different soups and 14 rice and noodle dishes. Add fresh spring rolls (shrimp, pork, and salad wrapped in rice paper) and leave contented.

SAIGON 88            L, D             $

654 N. McCarran Blvd., Sparks            358-9988

Saigon 88, one of the newer pho (Vietnamese soup) shops to open, offers everything from mixed beef pho to vegetarian options. This family-owned restaurant presents delicious broth and delightful service.

SAIGON PEARL            L, D             $

239 W. Second St.             324-3244

Reno foodies claim you’ll find the best pho in town here. Try any type of pho (beef noodle soup) as well as banh xeo (like crepes) and other Vietnamese specialties. The gem is hidden inside El Cortez Hotel, downtown.