Our Top Happy Hours
If you think happy hour is just about discounted drinks, you're missing out on some of the best dining deals in town. Looking to experience Reno's best food and drink without emptying your wallet? (Or maybe you've already done that at the blackjack table – we won't judge.) We've rounded up our top happy hour spots where the deals are as impressive as the drinks, and the food is anything but an afterthought. From sleek casino lounges to local neighborhood favorites, these spots prove that timing really is everything in Reno – and we're not just talking about the slot machines. Here's where the locals go when they want to drink well and eat better, all while keeping their budget intact.
Bistro Napa at The Atlantis
3800 S. Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89502
Head upstairs at The Atlantis and discover a crown jewel in Reno's dining scene that's about to become your new favorite secret (well, not-so-secret, given the line that forms a half-hour before opening). From 4:00pm - 6:00pm nightly (excluding holidays), Bistro Napa transforms its bar area into a paradise of half-priced small plates, flatbreads, and drinks. Their wine list is nothing short of spectacular, and at these prices, you can actually afford to be adventurous with your pairings. Fair warning: the only challenge you'll face is fitting all the dishes you'll want to order on their admittedly cozy tables. But hey, if Tetris with tapas isn't your idea of a good time, you might be in the wrong place.
2. Charlie Palmer at The GSR
2500 E. Second Street
Reno, NV 89595
'No chains,' we said. 'Local spots only,' we promised. But when Charlie Palmer offers to slash their prices in half, we throw our principles right out their fancy floor-to-ceiling windows. This is high-end steakhouse royalty we're talking about – think Capitol Grille, Flemings, and Ruth's Chris territory. From 4:00-6:00 Sunday-Thursday, escape the casino chaos and slip into their swanky lounge for what might be the best deal in town: half off everything on the lounge menu. Food, wine, cocktails – the whole luxurious shebang. Even at half-price, your wallet might feel a little lighter, but trust us, it's better than watching those chips disappear at the tables outside. Consider it an investment in actually enjoying your money.