Bank Saloon

Entering this bar with ceiling-high decorative paintings and nice cold air from the Nevada heat was refreshing. It was an interesting bar with over 40 selections of cocktails which is always an A+ in my book, 7 unique cocktails later with one being a peanut butter whiskey cocktail being the 🏆 winner. Prices do get expensive to around $14-17 but it was worth the visit and would call this bar the Main cocktail bar to go to when you visit Carson City or for any occasion.

Discovered this cute place during my ski trip. They have a fireplace outside and a music room indoors. They play live music on Thursdays. A mix of older and younger crowd, mostly locals but they are super nice and easy to talk to. They have an extensive cocktail menu for a small town. Around $15 each and they are well made. Huckleberry lemon drop is very sweet. Howard and make it black is more spirit-forward. I had a great time here and would definitely come back! Enjoy!

I have wanted to go to the Bank Saloon for a while, their ads make it seem very appealing. It absolutely lives up to the rave reviews! It has a wonderful historic feel to it with great views of the State Assembly across the street. The service could not be more friendly or prompt. They are famous for their unique cocktails. Between the two of us, we had four different cocktails they were all great! You can also get a charcuterie box that includes excellent chocolates for some food. The band and was very good, I wish I knew their name but super harmonica! In warm weather, there is also an outdoor patio area. Highly recommended!!

This was probably the nicest bar we found in Carson while we were here. The is a really nice cocktail bar. They had a live band that was amazing! There drinks were some of the best drinks I’ve had in a while. The vibe of this place is really cool. There drink menu is pretty extensive and they sort there cocktails by the type of liquor which is pretty nice. I highly recommend this place.

If you want an upscale cocktail experience in Carson City this is probably one of the very few choices. This is a beautifully renovated old bank building they also have a small outside sitting area but it really only has a view of the parking lot. Drink selection is excellent prices are fairly high for Carson City but not for craft cocktails in general. The main disappointment here is that they don't really have food service but you can get a snack box.

Honestly, $30 for 2 mediocre margaritas is disappointing. Owners are a greedy with the prices vs quality of drinks. I have had way better for less at other establishments in town. Won't be back and frankly its 2 for 2 on their establishments not being good. 1st being US Sub Base since they took over.

I really love secret awesome bars. This is a jewel in Carson City. Had a French 75 and several bond martinis. Perfectly manicured drinks!! Heather took great care of us with a bright smile and she made great recommendations.

My sister is back in town so we all decided to come check it out def a chill vibe and we had a great time. Fun games that you can check out. The band is amazing!

We were looking to try something new while in Carson City and decided to give Bank Saloon a go. We were thrilled to see their extensive cocktail menu, featuring some of the best classics out there (a rarity nowadays). We snagged some spots at the bar and enjoyed watching the bartenders mix up many styles of cocktails for the growing number of patrons who made their way into the saloon after work. The ambience is upscale and classic, with the walls filled with paintings by NV artists - beautiful! We enjoyed a Jungle Bird, a Last Word, a Huckleberry Corpse Reviver, and a Paper Plane - each one delicious! We now have a solid cocktail bar to visit when we are back in town!

Jim, Erin, Gayle, and I recently stopped in at the Bank Saloon for pre-dinner drinks before walking over the The Basil Thai restaurant a few blocks down the street. It was a Tuesday, which meant that it was "Puppy Hour". If we would have brought a dog, fido would have enjoyed a "Pup Tail" and a free bandana. On furry friend was decked out appropriately, and received a lot of love from our table. CONS 1. I was underwhelmed by the Mint Fizz Mocktail, which I found to be a little tart and thin on substance. I had thought that this was a non-alcohol take on a Ramos Gin Fizz, but not this time. +/- 2. The only food offered by the Bank Saloon was a prepackaged charcuterie plate that was just OK. Next time if allowed, we'll call Door Dash or bring in something ourselves. REGRETS 3. The Bank Saloon offers music on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, either inside (Winter) or the very nice back patio (Summer). As we were here on a Tuesday, we'll do better on our timing next time. PROS 4. Comfortable and somewhat swanky ambience with a huge wall of liquor and generous drink selections. One drink was called the Downer, of which we swear that Debbie Downer was in the room! While Jim enjoyed his Alaska Amber, both Gayle and Erin were impressed by their French 75 and Huckleberry Martini respectively. Our service was very good. 5. The walls of the Bank Saloon feature the impressive McFadden Art Collection. A convenient QR code explained further. We did note that our collective family has more original paintings of Hans Meyer-Kassel than can be found here. But we didn't stop there as we thoroughly explored the gallery.

We went to the Bank the other day and had drinks which were great. I had a lemon drop yummy. The wait staff were very polite and quick. The ambiance is really cool and laid back. We will go back there.

Comfortable, stylish saloon with excellent beverages, both with and without spirits! Across from the Legislature with their own parking in the back! They have outdoor seating and live music as scheduled. Ryan, the bartender, is very pleasant and knowledgeable and offers suggestions based on your personal preferences. Inside is a variety of seating available. Drink specials offered. The best part, they offer military, first responders, and Veterans discounts.

Reno Yelpers, you need to head to Carson more often. After attending the Taste of Downtown Carson City, the gang wanted to sit inside and enjoy a cocktail. The Bank as just a block south of the event space. This building has a great history and has been beautifully restored. It first opened in August of 1899 as Bank Saloon by owners Meyer & Sanger. In its time it has seen hold-ups by gunpoint, endured prohibition raids and a few name changes like Bank Resort, Hernando's Hideaway and Jack's Bar. In 2019 the vacant building was given new hope. Nevada Builders Alliance purchased the property intending to restore it back to its original glory. Man what a rebirth !! This elegant space has gorgeous black walnut woodwork and floors. A mix of high top and regular tables. Pieces of art from the McFadden collection dot the walls with scenes of the old west. It's a fantastic mix of history and modern. The cocktail menu is also a great mix of old school drinks and new twists. There were way too many to try on the first visit. So more trips will be needed. I also saw several local distilleries represented on the shelves. I appreciate that support. Besides the beautiful interior, there's a fantastic patio out back. Plenty of seating. And on the weekends live music. That music is piped into the bar at just the right background level. Street parking. Text me, I'll join you for a cocktail there soon.

I went here for drinks after work. The place was about 40% full and had one server. The drinks are great, lots of specialty cocktails. I had the peanut butter chocolate martini -- it was amazing and WAY better than my friend's chocolate martini. Our server was kind and helpful and so warm & welcoming. He could have benefited from some help as he was the only one working the orders. I'd go back!

If you're looking for a swanky cocktail bar, then you really need to hit up Bank Saloon. This place is pretty great, having done an amazing job refitting and redecorating the old bank building down here in Carson. It's got cool paintings, pleasant ambiance, and most importantly, an impressive drink selection. This is a full far, with beer and wine available, but the focus is where it should be, on the cocktails. The Bank Old Fashioned is quite nice, as is their take on a Picon Punch. The lovely Aviation is delightful, and is definitely a gin drinkers even people not too keen on gin would likely enjoy. But the Sazerac was outstanding, definitely my favorite of what I got to try. Prices for all the cocktails are basically in the $12-17-ish range, depending on what you get, so no too bad, all told. And the service here was great, very friendly and attentive, just getting a bit backed up during busy hours. As said above, the ambiance here is very nice. You can chill at a table, at the bar, or take advantage of their back patio and fire pit if the weather is nice. Parking is either in the small lot out back, or from the various street spaces in the surrounding neighborhoods. All in all, I was quite impressed when I swung by. Definitely a place I will want to return to when next I'm down in Carson, and hankering for a drink. Would definitely advice anyone hanging out in the area to stop in and give them a shot.

If you want an upscale cocktail experience in Carson City this is probably one of the very few choices. This is a beautifully renovated old bank building they also have a small outside sitting area but it really only has a view of the parking lot. Drink selection is excellent prices are fairly high for Carson City but not for craft cocktails in general. The main disappointment here is that they don't really have food service but you can get a snack box.

Great drinks. Nice setting. Enjoyed the live music on Nevada day. I really appreciate that the volume was just right. Comfortable for a conversation and good enough for those who wanted to hit the dance floor. Beautiful setting. Highly recommended.

Aaron was a fantastic bartender. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and serviced his whole bar like they were family. He knew what I wanted to drink before I did. My pomegranate lemon drop was the perfect mix of lemon and pomegranate. The sugar rim was a nice touch-not overwhelming like at other places. The huckleberry mule was a the perfect ratio of ingredients. No cocktail was over over powered by alcohol-all drinks were balanced properly. The bar was chill and relaxed. I can't wait to check this bar out again.

My son and I visited the Bank Saloon last week. It was an excellent experience and the drinks are amazing. Try a Lemon Drop if you get the chance - so yummy.

This is our FAVORITE bar when we go down to Carson!!! The bartender was super nice and she made us a delicious birthday cake shot. The ambiance is very fun and everything is very clean and new. We love the bank saloon!!!

Always a fun place to go! Warmer weather coming so that means firepit with live music outside! Still have music indoors now. Come on Spring!

This place is cute & the vibe is great! The drinks were average and they don't carry Prosecco which I think is interesting. I would return for a different drink.

A really great bar! Ryan was an awesome bartender and was super helpful with planning things to do in town and the adjacent area. He and Morgan both made great drinks. Loved that the place welcomed pets. The ambiance and noise level were very well managed and the people we met were lovely and friendly. I do wish there was food and I know that I can bring some in. I love the location and it was easy to walk to places nearby.

I have loved Jack's bar since I was little! I would drive up from LA with my parents and the minute we hit the comstock, I would revert back in time! We would pass the Ormsby House and hit the light at 5th street and I would smile with glee! As an adult I used to walk by the abandoned building and imagine the gunslingers tying up their horses and moseying in for a shot! Today! I got to sidle up to the bar myself! The fabulous makeover gives it that modern feel and the bartender is a gem! I love sitting here! I feel "Annie Oakley" flowing! Please grab a drink here!

I'll keep this short and sweet. This bar is exceptional. Coming from Incline Village I'll be making this a regular pit stop, not only are the drinks incredible (granted I stuck to the huckleberry vodka drinks) the bartender, Mario, carries that place. One of the best bartending experiences I've had since moving to the tahoe area. And the bar itself is such a cool craft vibe. I had the huckleberry mule and the huckleberry corpse reviver. Both are absolutely delicious, whether it's the blend or the bartender keeping the vibe going? Probably both. 10:10 recommend.

We were so anxious to visit this cool saloon in Carson City, It is really quite outstanding inside and also outside, they did a terrific job on the restoring the property' Our BIG problem is there menu, only drinks no food or munchies yet. But also NO PRICES on any item on the menu, like specialty cocktails, wine or beer. Also they had no draft beers, only can ones. The bartender did not seem to know the prices either. I did enjoy a FRENCH 75, at a cost of 12.50. And it was just OK. I don't know what this bar is doing not posting or listing prices, CC. NV. is a small town, not like New York or San Francisco. Probably may not return for a while.

As we slowly venture out we stop by at Bank Saloon for a craft cocktail. Very nice place. Grey service and tasty cocktails. My boyfriend had a vodka tonic and I had a French 75. My cocktail was delicious and pretty too nicely decorated with flowers. The building is a historic landmark. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Nice music too. Overall a great experience. Strongly recommended.

I came upon this business after or during a car show event and decided why not stop to get a nice cold beverage! The menu was nice with the cocktails on one side with wine and beers on the other. Good selection to my surprise! I am glad I checked these folks, they're very nice and they are willing to do whatever it takes to make your stay enjoyable. It was a very hot day and the cold brew and air conditioning was all so satisfying.

I attended a wonderful concert in the back patio last week. About 40 people there. Due to lack of service, around 20 had to get their own drinks. One cocktail server for forty people. It's the same problem since they opened. It's a fabulous facility, beautifully decorated, but extremely high prices (plus tax) and very slow service mean the Bank Saloon will never reach its potential.

Worst bar I've been to in a while. Overpriced drinks. Non friendly bartenders. Won't be back

I was beyond impressed with what they did to this historic building. I'm so glad something was finally done with it. The atmosphere was very warm and inviting. The drinks were delicious and the service was very friendly. Looking forward to going back.

Very slow service. Took her 1/2 to get our drinks. Nice spot, good craft cocktail menu. The Bartender seemed new and was not very knowledgeable . Will go back and try again.. But..Need a real bartender.. sorry

Place was nice and cozy for Tuesday night in Carson but we got hit by $50 bill for total of 2 cocktails and $8 up charge for Oaxaca OF on top of Old fashion cocktail . I mean it's Carson and that's high on a crazy scale, ppl control your greed lol

Entertainment was lovely. Drinks were great! Service good! They serve some bar food but not a place for dinner if that's what you're looking for.

I went there with a friend after our Nebraska Alumni event came to an end. We showed up around 9pm and closed the place down. We enjoyed the live music outside and the fire pit kept us warm. I only went inside once to order drinks, and it looked very warm with a well stocked bar of spirits and brews. The owner was nice to let us finish our conversation and drinks before turning off the gas fire pit. Definitely will be coming back.

Awesome place to get a craft cocktail! When looking for a bar to get quality alcohol and quality cocktails, this is the only one in Carson City. The price matches the quality. Do yourself a favor and stop by here!

If you are looking for spot where the bartender(s) are rude, lacking any sort of friendly personality and clearly show they have ZERO enjoyment in their job, this is a good spot for you. Let's face it, the reason you enjoy a bar setting is its friendly atmosphere and welcoming feeling as you enter and take a seat. This bar is NOTHING close to that. The bartender here on this visit NEVER came close to saying "hi", "hello" or even, "Can I get you a cocktail?" Nope. Nor did her lips ever attempt anything close to a smile. She simply walked over to us at the bar straight faced and said, "What do you want." When an employee hates their job so much as to show it so clearly, they need to find other work!! (A 2nd bartender came in, also appearing with a disappointing frown. He walked around never acknowledging anyone, even keeping his mirrored sunglasses on, which clearly said, "don't even think of talking to me!"). The old fashioned drinks we had were good, I'll say that, but they are just as good right up the road at Cocino Lupo or down the road at The Nashville Social Club, and both of those places recognize you as you enter, pass a smile your way, and clearly show they like their work. Even on "bad days", the employees at those other places flash a smile, a simple nod of the head, etc. I don't expect loads of conversions in any establishment, but definitely an acknowledgment that I've come into "yours" to enjoy myself. Bank Saloon fails 100% at that. The employees on our visit made it clear we were putting them out, like "how dare you want me to get you a cocktail." Hell, that's all this place does.

I went here yesterday, Monday, April 25, 2019 for the First Nail Ceremony. The Nevada Builders Alliance (NBA) bought this historic landmark building, opened first in 1899, and plans to turn it into a bar, with patio seating and a conference room for functions. For the event, they opened up all the boarded up windows and doors, as well as placed artist renditions of designs everywhere inside. Members of the public were allowed in the back part, with signs that stated "enter at your own risk". Apparently the front was too dangerous to walk through, and was roped off. The ceremony was held in the back, outside. The was a nail making souvenir station, where the worker could stamp the flat nail with whatever word you wanted. There was also the Frey Ranch Estate Distillery Spirit Tasting station. Since I don't drink, I had a shot of Sanpellegrino Cranberry and Orange. They also gave out wooden coins good for a free drink once the saloon opens, projected to be by Nevada Day, 2020, and definitely by the start of the new Nevada state legislative session in January 2021. They also had a raffle ticket station, where for $10 you could enter for a chance to win a genuine Battle Born fire hydrant, donated by American AVK. There were also free bottles of water by NBA at that station. There were people everywhere, including many dignitaries. There were also two news stations from Reno here [KOLO 8 News Now (ABC) and KRXI 11 Fox], as well as the local Nevada Appeal and Carson Now. For restrooms, the NBA used Quick Space out of Sparks. They brought in executive restrooms for this event, on a trailer, which had running water, sinks, and flushable toilets, unlike regular porta potties. I was very impressed by this. I am so excited for the new Bank Saloon to open. I may keep the wooden coin as a souvenir though, instead of cashing it in, unless they will have smoothies or milkshakes.

My French 75 was great! We had wonderful service and sitting out back by the smokeless fire pit was lovely on a chilly night. We were in town for the tree lighting. There was also live music the Friday that we were there!

Stumbled onto this gem of a place! Aaron, the bartender, is amazing. Not only is he a very talented bartender, but he has fun stories and told us all about the history of the place. I highly recommend this place. We will be back!

Love the ambience and drinks at Bank Saloon! We often stop by after landing in Carson City. The drink menu is quite extensive, and the drinks range from traditional to creative - all very tasty. The service extremely friendly, warm, and attentive.

It's so nice to have a place to get a really great cocktail. The inside is beautiful and a great spot for a date night or private party. Highly recommend checking out.

By far our favorite place to get a drink in Carson City! The service is always excellent and their menu has a large variety of options, plus the drinks taste amazing. We love taking friends and family here when they come to visit.

19$ for a jack and coke and vodka and cranberry. Nice looking place but way to expensive

This place is extremely underrated! Other than some of the local fine dining this is the only place in Carson to stop and get a craft cocktail! Anyone that leaves a bad review truly doesn't understand what a craft cocktail is and what it costs. Fair prices. Great drinks!

Great new mixology bar. Definitely go here with this in mind. Not your typical watering hole. Worth the price.

Friendly service alot expensive but this place is a vib nothing but good times here I take all my friends here then there in town

Amazing place! First class throughout. Aaron was upbeat and awesome! Explained a lot about the history and showed us around. Love this place! I highly recommend!

This place is what Carson needed. Great aesthetic and even better drinks. The staff is friendly and this is my new bar. I will bring both friends and clients here for years to come. The owner knows what he is doing. This is a breath of fresh air.

Went to the Bank Saloon last weekend for the first time. They did a beautiful job restoring the building. The staff was awesome and the owner was great. We loved it a will be back many more times. The new "go to" place in Carson City.

I DO NOT recommend this place. It looked wonderful and the interior was nice. The service was way below acceptable. She was very impersonable and rude. She did not have time for us (there were only 4 other people in the bar) and didn't even say "Hello, welcome to the Bank, I be right with you" or even ask if what we wanted. She placed the menu in front of us and walked away. The atmosphere was so uptight and un-inviting that we left without ordering. Which, if you know my husband and I, that says a lot.

We, a group of 5, went in for a drink on a Saturday night. The bartender said we'd have to sit at 2 separate tables, even though there was a group of 8 all sitting together. Why enforce rules for one group, but not another? The place is extremely expensive anyways.

Great outdoor patio with music on Friday night! Tim Goldsmith was great and the service was fantastic! Great margaritas and wonderful Pinot Noir!

We stopped in on NV-Day and bought 3 Bloody Mary's. They were pre-mixed in a plastic dispenser. The spigot was plugged, so the server took a plastic cup setting on the counter and dipped it the mix and poured it in a small glass full of ice. Then he had the nerve to charge us $48. We will never walk through those doors again. Dirty, not wearing masks and over charging to boot. Will not be in business long.