5 Cafes in Downtown, Reno NV That Serve Alcohol
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 cafes in Downtown, Reno NV considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers five cafes in Downtown, Reno NV, that Google lists with an alcohol attribute, so visitors who want a drink along with coffee or a meal can compare options. The five were filtered for that attribute and then ordered by rating. Each entry shows hours, price range, address, listed services and themes that reviewers mention. Five qualifying businesses were considered in total. Menus and service can change, so check with each cafe before you go.
#1
Walden's Coffeehouse - Breakfast & Coffee in Reno
★ 4.9 (4,697 Google reviews)Breakfast restaurant$10–20 per person
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Walden's Coffeehouse - Breakfast & Coffee in Reno is at 3940 Mayberry Dr and has a 4.9 Google rating from 4,697 reviews. It is open daily from 7 am to 3 pm and has a Google price range of $10 to $20. Reviewers mention huevos rancheros, large portions, a lively atmosphere and vegetarian options. Some reviewers say the ordering process felt transactional and the pancakes were disappointing. The business lists delivery, takeaway and an outdoor area.
Best for: big breakfasts and brunch
- Address
- 3940 Mayberry Dr, Reno, NV 89519, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–3 pm
#2
Pangolin Cafe
★ 4.9 (378 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Pangolin Cafe at 955 S Virginia St, Suite 110, has a 4.9 Google rating from 378 reviews and a price range of $1 to $10. Hours are Monday through Friday and Sunday from 7 am to 4 pm, with Saturday closed. Google lists a bar on site, and reviewers mention a breve cubano, a cardamom latte, a strawberry matcha made with real strawberries, a seasonal passion fruit drink and waffles. Reviewers call it a good place to study. The venue lists Wi-Fi, outdoor seating and a restroom.
Best for: coffee and laptop work
- Address
- 955 S Virginia St Ste 110, Reno, NV 89502, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–4 pm; Sat Closed; Sun 7 am–4 pm; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
#3
Crafted Palette
★ 4.6 (241 Google reviews)Art cafe$10–20 per person
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Crafted Palette at 130 West St has a 4.6 Google rating from 241 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. Hours are 7 am to 7 pm on Wednesday through Saturday and 7 am to 3 pm on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Google lists beer and cocktails along with breakfast and lunch. Reviewers mention homemade savory pies, a blueberry croissant cheesecake pastry and coffee from a local roaster. The venue lists delivery, takeaway, good laptop workspace and a wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilet.
Best for: savory pies and lunch with drinks
- Address
- 130 West St, Reno, NV 89501, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–3 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–3 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–3 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#4
The Cup Cafe
★ 4.6 (142 Google reviews)American restaurant$10–20 per person
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The Cup Cafe at 4007 S Virginia St has a 4.6 Google rating from 142 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. Hours are 6 am to 2 pm on most days and 7 am to 2 pm on Sunday. Google lists beer and wine, plus breakfast, lunch, brunch and counter service. Reviewers mention an Irish Benedict with corned beef hash, extra-crispy hash browns, fresh and interesting food, a warm atmosphere and a short wait for a table. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet are listed.
Best for: breakfast, brunch and lunch with wine
- Address
- 4007 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–2 pm; Mon 6 am–2 pm; Sat 6 am–2 pm; Sun 7 am–2 pm; Thu 6 am–2 pm; Tue 6 am–2 pm; Wed 6 am–2 pm
#5
The Jesse Coffee
★ 4.5 (75 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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The Jesse Coffee at 306 E 4th St has a 4.5 Google rating from 75 reviews and a price range of $1 to $10. It is open daily from 8 am to 3 pm. Google lists beer, wine and a bar on site. Reviewers mention strong coffee, fresh daily pastries, a bright and comfortable space with fresh flowers and a friendly barista. Some reviewers say the place feels more like a bar than a coffee shop and that the entrance can be hard to spot. Wi-Fi, gender-neutral toilets and outdoor seating are listed.
Best for: morning coffee with a bar setting
- Address
- 306 E 4th St, Reno, NV 89512, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–3 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Downtown, Reno NV with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Alcohol”, then by rating. 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
- Crafted Palette takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, The Cup Cafe opens at 6 am.
- 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 cafe on this list?
Walden's Coffeehouse - Breakfast & Coffee in Reno ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 4,697 reviews. Pangolin Cafe is second at 4.9 from 378 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Reno NV are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Crafted Palette, at 7 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Walden's Coffeehouse - Breakfast & Coffee in Reno $10–20; Pangolin Cafe $1–10; Crafted Palette $10–20; The Cup Cafe $10–20; The Jesse Coffee $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Walden's Coffeehouse - Breakfast & Coffee in Reno, Pangolin Cafe, Crafted Palette, The Cup Cafe and The Jesse Coffee.
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