Must-see restaurants in Nevada

  • Red's Old 395 Grille

    Nevada

    Serving St Louis–style barbecue with slow-smoked ribs and beans, along with burgers, salads and tasty sides, Red's has been a local favorite for years and…

  • Cafe del Rio

    Nevada

    Locals agree that the best food in Virginia City is probably at Cafe del Rio, which serves a nice blend of modern Mexican and Southwest cuisine, including…

  • Cowboy Joe

    Northern Nevada

    A great small-town coffeehouse with cute namesake paraphernalia for sale, friendly service and an eponymous signature drink that will keep you going till…

  • Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips

    Las Vegas

    We'd say that Mr. Ramsay's high-traffic fish and chippery (perhaps Vegas' most prominent) ain't all that fish-tastic, but we're afraid of him yelling at…

  • Pig

    Northern Nevada

    If you like pulled pork, baby back ribs, grilled chicken and smoky beans, make a beeline for this tidy little sticky-fingered BBQ joint and pub.

  • Miguel's

    Reno

    This no-frills Mexican joint is a long-standing local favorite with a full bar and seriously good food, made as spicy as you can handle.

  • Go Vegan Cafe

    Las Vegas

    Vegetarians and vegans alike go west for this popular, healthy cafe serving sandwiches, smoothies, salads and baked treats.

  • Orchids Garden

    Las Vegas

    Locals love this old-school Chinese joint for authentic all-day dim sum (yum cha) that won't burn a hole in your wallet.

  • Pho 777

    Reno

    A popular, casual Vietnamese noodle shop just off the casino strip that serves up bowls upon bowls of steamy soup.

  • Naked City Pizza

    Las Vegas

    One of the city's favorite pizza joints, located within Moon Doggies bar.

  • Fat Choy

    Las Vegas

    Classic American diner meets Asian comfort food in this tiny space within the tidy Eureka locals' casino.

  • Espressamente Illy

    Las Vegas

    Quaff a cappuccino or gelato at this authentic Italian espresso shop.

  • La Fiesta

    Northern Nevada

    La Fiesta serves up cheesy enchiladas and frozen margaritas.

  • Craftsteak

    Las Vegas

    This richly wood-laden steakhouse lacks exclusivity, what with all the monorail riders walking by. Celeb chef Tom Colicchio's menu of grass-fed steaks,…

  • International Cafe & Saloon

    Northern Nevada

    Inside a former hotel, moved here in pieces from Virginia City in 1863, this rambling local hangout and tourist joint occupies one of Nevada’s oldest…

  • Hecho en Vegas

    Las Vegas

    An offshoot of Tucson's El Charro Cafe, this lofty cantina by the monorail station hosts festive groups with pitchers of margaritas. Handmade tamales,…

  • Knotty Pine Casino

    Southern Nevada

    Old-school joint, with a blonde wood interior and a fun lacquered counter with seats in emerald vinyl. The menu comprises hearty food straight from your…

  • Earl of Sandwich

    Las Vegas

    Penny-pinchers sing the praises of this super-popular deli next to the Planet Hollywood casino, which pops out sandwiches on toasted artisan bread,…

  • Café Belle Madeleine

    Las Vegas

    Quick food options abound in Le Boulevard at Paris shopping arcade. Some of the most authentically Parisian options include fresh-baked croissants, flaky…

  • Seafood Shack

    Las Vegas

    Beer-battered fish and chips sprinkled with Old Bay spice mix or jumbo-sized pan roasts of shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels and Maine lobster with your…

  • Buffet at Bellagio

    Las Vegas

    Bellagio once competed for honors among Vegas' live-action buffets, but lately it has become second-tier. It's most satisfying at breakfast or lunch. The…

  • T&D's

    Great Basin National Park

    There's something cozily nostalgic about sitting down to a cold cuts sandwich lunch and a bag of potato chips after a morning hike. T&D's takes it up a…

  • Kim Lee's Sushi & Teriyaki

    Nevada

    Did you know Nevada is one of the only states in the US to offer all-you-can-eat (AYCE) sushi? Well now you do, and Kim Lee's is Carson's best, with a…

  • Aria Patisserie

    Las Vegas

    Aria's casino-floor staple churns out chocoholic truffles, pastries, sweet crepes, sandwiches and housemade gelati, and does espresso to go.

  • Milo's Cellar

    Southern Nevada

    The unassuming Milo's Cellar makes a relaxing spot for tasty sandwiches, salads, soups, gourmet cheese plates and wine flights. There's sidewalk seating…

  • Hometown Pizza

    Southern Nevada

    This home-proud pizza joint is open an hour later than its competitors (on the weekends at least). Otherwise things are pretty par for the course.

  • Italian American Social Club

    Las Vegas

    Locals in the know go to this old-fashioned supper club for hearty, home-style Italian cooking in a red-sauce Sopranos setting.