Highest-rated restaurants in Reno by diners
Humans are creatures of habit. We tend to stick to our morning routines, rewatch movies we've seen time and time again, and hit up the same tried-and-true restaurants when going out for a meal. In fact, 35% of Americans said they rarely, if ever, try a new restaurant they haven't been to before, and 5% say they never do, according to a survey of more than 2,600 diners from TouchBistro.
But those numbers look quite different when you focus on younger generations—56% of Gen Zers and 47% of millennials in the U.S. say they visit new restaurants once a month or more. When it comes to deciding which new restaurant to try, younger generations are also more likely to rely on online reviews, through sites like Yelp or Google or from social media. The TouchBistro survey found that 71% of Gen Zers and 72% of millennials have opted to try a new restaurant solely because of favorable reviews online.
Some of the best restaurants in your neck of the woods might be those established spots that customers have been visiting for decades, but some may be brand new. More than 10,000 new restaurants opened in 2023, up 5.7% from 2022, according to a report from BentoBox. The states that saw the most new restaurants open up in 2023 were Florida, Texas, California, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, but new locales are popping up all over the U.S.
To help you determine which spots—both new and long-standing—to try out, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Reno, according to Yelp reviews from diners as of January 2024. Only restaurants with at least 20 reviews were considered. Read on to find some inspiration for the next time you dine out.
Note: The photos in this article are stock images and do not necessarily reflect each restaurant listed.
#30. King's Sandwiches
- Rating: 4.5/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3683 Kings Row Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Vietnamese, Sandwiches, Bubble Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#29. R Town Pizza
- Rating: 4.5/5 (253 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 180 West Peckham Lane Ste 1100 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#28. La Condesa Eatery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (235 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1642 South Wells Ave. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Salad, Tacos, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Paolo's Deli
- Rating: 4.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 900 West Moana Lane Ste 101 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Italian, Delis, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Hinoki O
- Rating: 4.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 7500 Rancharrah Pkwy Ste 110 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#25. The Urban Deli
- Rating: 4.5/5 (142 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7111 South Virginia St. Ste A5 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Sandwiches, Delis, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#24. DOPO Pizza & Pasta
- Rating: 4.5/5 (279 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 18 St. Lawrence Ave. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Pizza, Cocktail Bars, Italian
- Read more on Yelp
#23. House of Mexica
- Rating: 4.5/5 (463 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3600 Warren Way Ste 107 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Vegan
- Read more on Yelp
#22. La Raza Hot Dogs
- Rating: 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 855 South Wells Ave. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Sabrina's West Street Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (642 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 138 West St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Salad, Sandwiches, Tacos
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Pasta Fresca
- Rating: 4.5/5 (294 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6135 Lakeside Drive Ste 138 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Italian, Pasta Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Coffee N' Comics
- Rating: 4.5/5 (182 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 940 West Moana Lane Ste 104 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Rice Box Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (259 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 490 South Center St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Asian Fusion, Dim Sum, Hot Pot
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Arario Midtown
- Rating: 4.5/5 (948 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 777 South Center St. Ste 200 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Korean, Gluten-Free, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Midnight Coffee Roasting
- Rating: 5.0/5 (33 reviews)
- Address: 241 West 2nd St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Coffee Roasteries, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Hand Craft Coffee Company
- Rating: 5.0/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 300 South Wells Ave. Ste 5 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Smiling With Hope Pizza
- Rating: 5.0/5 (639 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6135 Lakeside Drive Ste 101 Bartley Ranch Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Papa What You Cooking
- Rating: 5.0/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 50 South Virginia St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Cafes, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#12. the brewers cabinet production
- Rating: 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 8565 White Fir St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Burgers, Breweries, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Fuego Habanero
- Rating: 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Kaffe Crepe
- Rating: 5.0/5 (569 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1300 East Plumb Lane Ste C4 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Creperies, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Aladdin's Market & Kitchen
- Rating: 5.0/5 (246 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1180 Holcomb Ave. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Mediterranean, Imported Food, Delis
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Beline Carniceria and Deli
- Rating: 5.0/5 (132 reviews)
- Address: 340 Lemmon Drive Ste 4 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Meat Shops, Delis
- Read more on Yelp
#7. The Clay Oven Food Truck
- Rating: 5.0/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 500 Kietzke Lane Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Indian, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Armando & Sons Butcher Shop
- Rating: 5.0/5 (71 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7600 Rancharrah Pkwy Ste 110 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Meat Shops, Butcher, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Kika's All Kine Grindz
- Rating: 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbeque, Caterers
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Pangolin Café
- Rating: 5.0/5 (245 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 955 South Virginia St. Ste 110 Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bagels, Waffles
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Freshies
- Rating: 5.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 50 South Virginia St. Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Acai Bowls, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Silk Road International Market
- Rating: 5.0/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 1300 East Plumb Lane Ste C Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Halal, Afghan, International Grocery
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Petite Street
- Rating: 5.0/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: Reno, Nevada
- Categories: Food Trucks, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Jaimie Etkin, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 331 metros.