5 Best Restaurants in Downtown, Reno NV
Updated 11 October 2026 · 45 restaurants in Downtown, Reno NV considered · Ranked from Google ratings
These five restaurants are in and around Downtown Reno, NV, picked from 45 qualifying businesses on Google. The ranking uses Google ratings weighted by how many people left one, so a high score backed by many reviews counts for more than a high score from only a few. The list suits people looking for a dinner spot near the center of town, a date night, or a quick pizza. Each entry shows the category, the listed price range where one exists, and a short summary drawn from review excerpts and Google attributes.
#1
Roxy Restaurant & Bar
★ 4.8 (1,472 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Roxy Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.8 on Google across 1,472 reviews, which is the largest review count on this Downtown list. Google does not publish a price range for it. The address is 345 N Virginia St, and the restaurant opens for dinner most evenings with Mondays closed. Reviewers describe a romantic steakhouse setting that feels like an occasion, a tableside espresso martini that they highlight, and attentive staff. Google lists wheelchair access at the car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: An evening out downtown
- Address
- 345 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun 5–9 pm; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue 5–9 pm; Wed 5–9 pm
#2
Smiling with Hope Pizza
★ 4.8 (675 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$10–20 per person
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Smiling with Hope Pizza has a 4.8 Google rating from 675 reviews and a listed price range of $10 to $20. It is at 6135 Lakeside Dr, Suite 101, open from late morning into the early evening most days and closed Mondays. Reviewers say the pizza is some of the best in Reno, with a New York style crust and sauce they praise, plus garlic knots. They also mention a busy spot where a wait is common. Google lists takeaway, kerbside pickup and vegetarian options.
Best for: New York style pizza by the slice
- Address
- 6135 Lakeside Dr #101, Reno, NV 89509, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–8 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11:30 am–8 pm; Sun 11 am–5 pm; Thu 11:30 am–8 pm; Tue 11:30 am–8 pm; Wed 11:30 am–8 pm
#3
Papa What You Cooking
★ 4.8 (447 Google reviews)Soul food restaurant$10–20 per person
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Papa What You Cooking holds a 4.8 Google rating from 447 reviews, with a price range of $10 to $20. It is located in the basement at 50 S Virginia St, Suite 21, and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm. Reviewers describe the oxtails as tender and the greens as well seasoned, and some say it feels like a home-cooked Sunday dinner. Parking is on the street or in a small lot. Google lists dine-in, delivery and breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
Best for: Home-style soul food at lunch
- Address
- In The Basement, 50 S Virginia St #21, Reno, NV 89501, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–6 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–6 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 10 am–6 pm; Tue 10 am–6 pm; Wed 10 am–6 pm
#4
Pizza Guys
★ 4.8 (375 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Pizza Guys is rated 4.8 on Google from 375 reviews. Google does not list a price range. It is at 395 E Plumb Ln, Suite 107, and is open every day, with late hours on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers talk about a calzone deal with a drink that they see as good value, lemon pepper wings with a crisp coating, and a team they describe as welcoming. Google lists wheelchair access at the car park, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Wings and value pizza deals
- Address
- 395 E Plumb Ln #107, Reno, NV 89502, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–11 pm; Mon 10 am–10 pm; Sat 10 am–11 pm; Sun 10 am–10 pm; Thu 10 am–10 pm; Tue 10 am–10 pm; Wed 10 am–10 pm
#5
Arario Midtown
★ 4.7 (1,170 Google reviews)Fusion restaurant$20–30 per person
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Arario Midtown is a fusion restaurant with a 4.7 Google rating from 1,170 reviews and a price range of $20 to $30. It is on the second floor at 777 S Center St, Suite 200. Reviewers describe a Korean fusion menu that is consistently good, service that is attentive, and a birthday celebration handled with care. One reviewer advises booking ahead because the restaurant is upstairs. Google lists cocktails, beer, vegan options and outdoor seating.
Best for: Korean fusion with a full bar
- Address
- SECOND FLOOR, 777 S Center St #200, Reno, NV 89501, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 3–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 11 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 45 restaurants in Downtown, Reno NV with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Smiling with Hope Pizza and Arario Midtown take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Roxy Restaurant & Bar ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,472 reviews. Smiling with Hope Pizza is second at 4.8 from 675 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Reno NV are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Pizza Guys, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Smiling with Hope Pizza $10–20; Papa What You Cooking $10–20; Arario Midtown $20–30. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Smiling with Hope Pizza, Papa What You Cooking and Arario Midtown.
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