Wild River Grille

The food was amazing and worth the wait. My husband had the ribeye steak which was melt in mouth deliciousness. I had the house special halibut and that was flaky, moist, and fresh. Scallop appetizer was amazing and a shame there’s only 3. But they were a good medium size. A cute little restaurant to walk to in the heart of downtown next to the river.

Out in Reno for a quick weekend trip and we stumbled upon this restaurant. Cocktails were good. My spicy shrimp pasta was just okay. It wasn't spicy and the marinara/sauce just okay. So I won't be ordering that pasta again. The Brussels sprouts were good but I wished they didn't use that ranch sauce dressing. I would have preferred a balsamic glaze with some umami flavor instead. As for the filet mignon, it was cooked perfectly. Tender and prolly the best dish we had.

We loved this restaurant so much, we went there twice on the same day. The lunch was so exceptional that we came back a few hours later to try the dinner menu. Our lunchtime sandwiches were great, especially the prime rib sandwich. We've never had anything so good for lunch. We loved the appetizer, soup, salads, and dessert that we had for dinner, too. The staff was friendly and efficient. We sat outside near the river at dinnertime and enjoyed a talented guitar player on a Saturday evening. We'll be back the next time we are in Reno.

We enjoyed our outing. The food and staff were great. No complaints. The steaks and seafood were acceptable. Prices slightly elevated. I enjoyed the scallops, and the duck was excellent. Thank you! Parking on the road or in the lot across the street.

Unbelievable place and I just happened to stumble by it while looking for a quiet place to grab a drink and get some work done. The staff was so relaxed and attentive. William was my bartender and was amazing. I picked my food off his recommendations entirely. Y'all.... The pork belly appetizer was it. Like IT. The 8 pieces of pork were tender and juicy with no care in the world for how scrumptious it was. It melted on my tongue, knowing full well what it was doing to my soul. I felt its seductive tease tie a noose around my taste buds and bathe them in ambrosia. Honestly, I want to get my life right after that. I called my mom and told her I loved her. I signed up for a book club. I even called my college crush and asked her out; we're having dinner next week. 10 out of 10, well done and worth it.

Great food, relaxed vibe, and solid service – Wild River Grille, Reno After a long day at a convention, a few colleagues and I decided to unwind at Wild River Grille. We started off in the bar area while waiting for our table, catching a bit of the Duke vs. Houston final four game on the TVs. The bar had a laid-back atmosphere—lively but not too loud—which was perfect after a packed day. Once seated, we were lucky to get a spot by the window with a view of the bridge. The dining area has white tablecloths, which gives it a nice touch of class, but it’s not overly formal—just a comfortable, relaxed space that still feels special. There’s also outdoor seating available, which looked like a great option, especially on a pleasant evening. The menu had a wide range of options. We all took our server’s recommendation and went with the pork chop for our main, and we shared an order of mussels to start. The mussels were excellent—served in a rich, beer-based broth with chorizo and tomato. The sauce was packed with flavor, and dipping the bread in it was addictive. The pork chop was a standout. Brined and perfectly cooked, it was juicy and full of flavor, with a nice sear on the outside. It was definitely bigger than the 14 oz listed, so come hungry. I paired it with a glass of Chianti, and it hit the spot. Service was friendly and attentive, and everything came out in good time. We made a reservation online, which was simple and smooth. Pricing was very reasonable for the quality and portions. Overall, Wild River Grille delivered exactly what we were hoping for: great food, a relaxing setting, and a smooth dining experience. I’d absolutely come back next time I’m in Reno.

In my opinion , this is a tourist trap. Drinks were mediocre ( the bartender was working alone ! ) I could tell she was knowledgeable, but slammed with work. Food was below average, I ores the Elk , the portion was good , but the game meet had no flavor … just chewy .. I won’t be coming back here anymore . There are better places to go around the area .

Such a great vibe. Tyler was so great to our table and Justin was the best. Our food came out perfectly and Justin made sure the atmosphere was memorable. The food was SO good.

Wild River Grille has been one of my go-to spots for years! I first discovered it while visiting home, and now that I live here again, I get to enjoy it as often as I want! Their menu is full of delicious options, and I've tried quite a few. Some standout favorites include the crispy brussels sprouts, the flavorful meatloaf, the tender elk medallions, and the indulgent mushroom ravioli. However, I wouldn't recommend the beet chip salad--it's the one dish that didn't quite meet my expectations (which says a lot since I'm a huge fan of beets). The service is consistent, and the ambiance is versatile--perfect for happy hour, a girls' night out, or even a cozy date.

Fresh seafood and outdoor eating at its best! Wild River Grill offers a relaxing patio where you can soak up the atmosphere without the sun, and your dog can enjoy it with you. The menu has everything you could ask for, from crispy brussel sprouts and truffle fries to fresh ahi poke and their signature sandwich - the gambling pig - a sweet, smokey sandwich that brings the heat. But it doesn't stop there. When I think of Reno, I don't think of fresh seafood, but Wild River Grille has it all - salmon, mahi mahi, trout, shrimp, and surf and turf. It's located on the river walk, which is perfect for going on a nice walk right after or before eating.

WRG is an institution! And with great reason! This is a incredibly well oiled machine of a restaurant. They're used to every single scenario you can think of from solo at the bar to tables of 2, theatre rushes and special event slams, packed patios, and even gigantic group affairs hosted in the adjacent river room and their private dining room. This team can handle it all. We came in the other night before seeing a show at the Pioneer Center. We had made a reservation for 530 and arrived a bit afterwards to find a weight for the table which is totally reasonable. The restaurant was busy and the weight was longer than expected, but the host and manager and service team and Kitchen all made sure that we could get our food order in and out to the table in the quickest manner possible so we could still make the show. I ordered the muscles from the appetizer section of the menu and I've gotta say this was a healthy heaping portion of perfectly steamed shellfish with a bit of spicy chorizo in a rich broth perfect for dunking the baguettes. It made for a great meal one that filled me up, but didn't leave me feeling too full so I could still watch the show. Kudos to the entire team at Wild River Grill for providing this level of personable service to so many over so many decades. We're lucky to have you here.

The food is always wonderful and the service is great! Our server accidentally brought someone else's plate (same entree ordered, other customer had requested a different side) and when they realized it they brought over an extra serving of the side dish that was listed on the menu. It was nice that they acknowledged a mistake even though we hadn't even noticed.

This restaurant was delicious and quick especially for a busy Saturday night. The walk in was very nice with all the broadway posters on the wall. Our server Danny was very nice & answered all the questions we had. Definitely a great place to come for drinks with friends or a date night. The food was great, we were too full for desserts but the menu looked great.

I throughly enjoyed this place while in Reno! Atmosphere: 10/10 it sits right on the river, so sitting outside was enjoyable! Service: Everyone was super nice and attentive, no complaints! Food: Everything we had was really good! My french onion soup was to die for!! Highly recommend! Steaks were cooked well and everything was flavorful! Entertainment: I cannot say enough amazing things about the singer! She was amazing! So beautiful and had the most angelic voice. She did announce that she was moving when we went there in July, but her performance really pushed 5 stars for this place!

Really enjoyed the food here, the braised short rib was very flavorful. We went on a chilly night but I am sure in the summer time this would be a great spot to sit outside and enjoy a meal! Overall a great experience with friendly staff

This place is fab! I am in town for work and wanted an easy, but good dinner at the bar. Stopped in here because of the reviews. Sat at the bar and my bartender was Taylor. While the food was delish(!!), the service Taylor provided was 200%. She was the perfect balance of polite, personable and professional. It's easy to see she enjoys the place she works and is super knowledgeable about the food and drink menu. I loved listening to the conversations she was having with the other guests as well, all while providing great service and never missing a beat. It's rare to see this level of customer service these days and Taylor has it down!

Great place for a drink and a bite right by the Trucker River & downtown. They offer a somewhat upscale but casual ambiance, and the menu featured some great choices for a cool fall day. They elk medallions with polenta and veggies were fantastic - I would call it the finer side of comfort food. Service was friendly and attentive. Parking was surprisingly easy on a Thursday night.

Took friends for an early lunch. A bit windy but dining outside is the best. Views of the rivers, lined with beautiful flowers pots and planting areas. I ordered the soup and salad. The Clam Chowder was really good. Hot, creamy and full of clams and just a bit of bacon. I ordered a Ceasar Salad as the accompaniment. Nothing fancy but well executed with shaved Parmesan. My friend ordered the Cobb. Looked delicious. The ladies split a Turkey Sandwich and house salad. The Turkey Sandwich was moist, served on lightly toasted wheat. The service is always great at the Wild River Grille.

The perfect summer date night! We sat out on the patio which was such a wonderful setting. Service was great, waters were kept filled which is A+ on a hot summer evening. We started with the crab cakes, 100% recommend! They were absolutely delicious. For mains we got the short rib and salmon entrees. Both were super fresh, flavorful and sooo yummy! We saw other dishes walking by us as well and everything looked so good! We'll definitely be back. It is on the higher end side, but i believe the amount and quality of food we received was worth it.

Great for a nice lunch! Went with my Daughter and Grand daughter for a nice pre-spa day belated Mother's Day lunch! We chose to sit outside on a nice sunny day. Umbrellas covered the entire patio area and we realized it was a little cool with a breeze and were wondering if we should go inside when a server came and asked if we wanted some sun. We said yes and she put several umbrellas down and we had a nice sunny spot! Beautiful by the river walk so we were happy to stay outside! We started with a cocktail, they have many fun drinks to try, I chose a white wine Chardonnay which was chilled and smooth. My girls each got a cocktail I forget which ones but they enjoyed them! The menu has something for everyone and also a gluten option menu which both my granddaughter and I ordered from. We started with gluten free crackers with caprese on top which was a good start to lunch and went well with our cocktails. I had amazing shrimp tacos with corn tortillas which came with some freshly made tortilla chips and a salsa. All very tasty! My Granddaughter had a BLTA on a gluten free bun and my Daughter chose a nice Cobb salad. We were all happy with our orders and great service today! Definitely will be back soon!! Parking easy either on the street or by the Pioneer center across the street.

For many years, I avoided wild river grille as one of those places where a person with celiac could eat a Cobb salad. I was pleasantly surprised to find that they now have a large gluten free menu that includes almost every item on the menu! It truly felt like a luxury. We were seated outside. You would think on a hundred degree day that this would be unbearable but they've got a perfect shade set up that makes it surprisingly pleasant and dims it a bit do you don't have to wear your sunglasses during lunch. So nice! I ordered the Brie and pear sandwich, adding prosciutto and a side of sweet potato fries. The server was very friendly regarding my requests and drink refills were prompt. Everything was handled appropriately to avoid cross contamination and I felt fantastic afterwards. Can't wait to go back and try some other options!

Our first experience of Wild River Grill was just okay. We ordered the Mint/Melon mocktail,Wild River Salad and the ribeye. The mocktail was delicious and not overly sweet. The salad was okay; I think it needed more toppings. The ribeye was tender, but lacked flavor. I would try something entirely different next time as this dinner was lack luster. On a positive note, the staff was amazing. They were able to seat me ahead of my reservation time and the server was very attentive.

Our neighbors gave us a gift certificate here. We have never been to this restaurant before and were excited to try it. We went on a Sat during lunch. Our server was good. That is why the two stars. The Ambiance was good but the table we sat at was not good, very wobbly. We ended up changing to the table right next to where we were sat, which was dirty with clean napkin rolls with utensils. I had wet wipes in my purse and wiped the table down with those. Now the food... I mean come on. Not sure if it was what we ordered but we could get the same food at a chain restaurant for cheaper. My husband had bourbon filet cheesesteak sandwich and I had a Cobb salad. We did order the pork belly appetizer which was fantastic! But that cheesesteak sandwich looked straight out of the freezer or what you can get at a cheap chain restaurant. It tasted like it also. Never order the cheesesteak or Cobb salad! I took a picture after I had eaten the salad and wished I took it before so you can see what it looks like. Definitely not worth $20! The dressing looked old and tasted nasty. I ended up eating a salad with no dressing, which I guess in turn means no extra calories. The cherry tomatoes were old and gross looking. Ended up picking them off, did not trust eating them. The husband cocktail was tasty. We ended up with a little over $11 left on the gift card and gave it to another couple since we will not be returning.

We arrive tonight to celebrate a retirement friend of ours and had a wonderful time and want to thank Taylor and the staff for a very delicious meal drinks and experienced Excellent

I came here for a holiday party with an organization, and I really like how the staff were able to customize the entrees with what the organization had given them. For example, being able to get the prime rib melt without mushrooms and onions was a big plus, other catering companies do not allow that. It was also my first time in the building, and they did a good job with the renovations some years ago.

Nice place right on the river! Was up in Reno last weekend and have been dying to check out new places not in the casinos and stumbled upon this one. Looking at the menu online seemed good so came in for dinner. We were sat outside right on the river as the sun went down. The ambiance was perfect! I started off with a nice cold cocktail named the "feelin blue-tiful" which was vodka with blueberry simple syrup, orange infused brandy muddled basil and lemon juice. It was a refreshing libation after a hot day spent at the downtown Italian festival. So good I had to have a second. For dinner I ordered the grilled porkchop with rice pilaf and green beans. The pork chop was good but kinda dry and the topping wasn't my favorite either. The rice was really good and the green beans were kinda just plain. Overall it wasn't bad but wasn't great. For dessert I had an espresso martini that was a little sweet for my liking but was still good. Overall it was a nice restaurant to end the trip with!

Great wait staff. They check up on us so many times to make sure everything was good and that we had everything we needed. The best dish of the night was the scallops. It was seared to perfection with a good crispy and is not rubbery at all. The polenta with the plate added more dimension to the plate and it was t gritty. I do not recommend the ravioli as it didn't have much taste or texture.

Wild River Grille has been consistently outstanding in service, meal quality, as well as exciting menu options. The outdoor patio overlooking the river provides a great atmosphere. I most recently ordered a Cobb salad for takeaway and it was delicious. I always look forward to meals here.

Food amazing, service provided by front hostess and waitress Taylor was great! A beautiful place to dine inside and outside. Treated well in service and meal prep and quality

After pivoting from the Stone House Cafe for reasons I will not disclose, we ventured to downtown, riverfront area in Reno to try out this place. It was a little too warm to sit outside so we ventured inside for seating. The interior is cozy with industrial yet tavern vibes. The service was good. The music was great. The food was mediocre at best. The hummus dip was tasty. The Brussels was interesting with a tomato and prosciutto (thick solid pieces I misidentified as bacon by just the appearance) mixture. Not a fan at all. The shrimp tacos were basic, nothing to write home about. Dont get me wrong, the food was not bad... just not a great match for our palates. Not worth a repeat when we return to Reno.

Very nice waitress. Food is on par with the 7-11 roller menu. Place has the vibe of a slowly dying strip mall. Save yourself the time and expense and just hit the In and Out drive through.

Popped in on a rainy Saturday afternoon and pleasantly enjoyed lunch with friends. We were seated immediately and our server was attentive and friendly. Our drink order was taken and arrived promptly. They had a few local drafts on tap so I opted for the Honey Blonde which was great. I chose the Beet Chip Salad with chicken for my meal. The beet chips were amazing and I could have devoured an entire plate of just those. My salad was flavorful and although the chicken was a bit over cooked it was still good. The restaurant was clean as well as the bathrooms.

Host was as friendly as a cardboard box. He sat us at a table two feet from another full table, while the rest of the restaurant was pretty much empty. When I say "he sat us", he dropped the menus on the table and walked away. We ask another host if we could move to a table with a little more breathing room, and he said no problem. Our server never smiled and stopped by only once to see if we needed anything. We had to wave him down to get another round of drinks. The appetizers and entrees were all very good, but the crappy and unfriendly service took away any enjoyment of our dining experience. I can't see recommending this restaurant to anyone, which is disappointing because the quality of the food was 4+ stars.

Wonderful server Carly, for Christmas lunch for our small group of 10, in the small dining room! EXCELLENT French onion soup, Brie & apple sandwich with prosciutto! And the Philosopher cocktail ‼

WOW, what a great restaurant. We came around 6 pm and were able to sit outside. Almost all of the tables are in the shade so it is very comfortable. We had Danny as our server and I can not thank him enough. He was just amazing! My husband picked the price fixe menu. He had shrimp cocktail, cream of asparagus soup, elk with mashed potatoes and veggies and a lemon/blueberry cake for dessert. This was $57. I can not eat heavy cream or any milk products. There was limited selection for me, however Danny and the manager (Sorry I did not get his name) took care of me. I ordered the wild mushroom ravioli and they left the sauce off the plate. Surprisingly it was still very good. We also had the jalap-in-yoo margarita and I had the Mint to Say Mocktail. Both were very good. I just want to thank Danny again. He was so nice and accommodating. Please ask for his section when going

Enjoyed the outdoor ambiance with friends along the Truckee river. Hot day, but the umbrellas did a good job protecting us from the sun. Enjoyed shrimp tacos and shared a generous portion of fries. Wife liked the French onion soup and side salad. Service was okay but slow at times.

Life's is all about finding new tastes and flavors everywhere we go around the world, it's our first time here with my boyfriend the experience was incredibly rewarding, the ambiance & choices of foos! Service 10/10 Product Knowledge 7/10 Food 10/10 We definitely going back to this restaurant @wildrivergrillereno the choices of food and the plating mmmmmm satisfying! Follow us on IG spitorswallowed Thank you!

We stopped for a hot drink and stayed for lunch. Walking along the Truckee River on this beautifully sunny but cold day we thought a hot drink would be just the ticket. We found the Wild River Grille and had a lovely time. Hot toddy's, "hot and nutty" and "wake me up before you cocoa"-all were exactly what we needed. Black bean soup, French onion soup, with a side of truffle fries to share-YUM! Staff (especially Tully) were friendly and attentive, atmosphere was cozy with just the right volume and warmth to the Christmas music playing in the background. We could see that the staff worked well together and seemed genuinely happy to be there. Such a great find -- highly recommend.

Located in downtown Reno by the river. They have a lot of seating: indoor/outdoor & super spacious. They were replaying the Olympics while we had lunch there. Crab/salmon cakes were so delicious. Def get that for an appetizer. The spinach/artichoke flat bread with chicken was huge! And it has fresh big pieces of artichokes :) the chips are homemade as well. The salmon didn't taste that good, so skip that one. I love the strawberry lemonade, not too sweet! Higher prices but worth it for the fresh ingredients

Everything came out really good!!! We ordered burgers and prime rib sandwich with lots of mushroom . Everything was delicious. service by Mike very efficient !!! Thank you for good lunch

Great place. Glad I stopped in. Overlooking the river. Great menu. Staff was amazing and friendly. I liked the decor. I already want to go back.

Okay summers here are the best. There's live music even on weekdays and sitting outside next to the river seems like the place to be. It must be cool enough to sit outside in the afternoon. I've been here once in the winter. The place does get busy we went need valentines and it was a full house you needed a reservation. We sat at the bar. We've tried the elk it's good. The sausage appetizer also good, the steak and now the octopus the special in July. The octopus reminded me of a fancier version I ate in Spain on the Camino. It was good and not rubbery. Everything here is really good and they have a full bar. It seems they are the number one place in Reno and it doesn't disappoint!

Very nice dinner spot right on the river. Good service and nice selection of dishes. I felt that my figure dollar ribeye was okay but subpar for the price. The pork belly appetizer is awesome. Would definitely come back when in town.

It was nice of the owner to respond to my review. We will revisit if we are ever back in the area.

We hosted a winemaker lunch here and it was fantastic! The service was truly impeccable and the food was delicious. The restaurant is waterside and that's beautiful!

Service was wonderful as always, ambiance cozy and Reno focused. The brussel sprouts I highly recommend and I had the sliders of the day that were the perfect bites of pulled pork, pickles, and coleslaw. My 2 friends had the black and bleu tri tip that hit the spot and the other was pleased to have a complete gluten free menu to order off of. She was so excited to have chicken Marsala after so many years of not having it. The polenta was a let down with a runny texture and lacking flavor, but the Marsala sauce and chicken were fabulous. It was quite the plate of food!

Will preface this with it's an amazing location and it's within walking distance of all kinds of downtown goodness. Parking can be a bear but dependent on when you go you can find a great spot by or near the courthouse. Let's talk drinks- there's a decent selection of drinks up for grabs, champagne menu isn't large but good for mimosas or quick drinks with your gals! Food- I didn't love the menu after all, as I thought I would! I opted for a healthier light entree prior to an event and it was light but not as I had hoped. Overall it was a good dining experience but the food, not sure I'll be back for that.

We have a new favorite seafood place! One of the best dinning experiences of the year. With street vibrations, we thought it would be difficult to get a place downtown to eat. My wife had been at Costco and she got some gift cards for this place. She went online and used open table. She found they had a few openings at 6 PM to 8:00 PM. We made reservations earlier in the afternoon for 7:15. Again we weren't sure how the parking was going to be, so we ended up heading out early in case street vibrations caused everything to be backed up. We arrive 6:30 PM, went to the podium and let them know that we were actually a bit early. Emma, The host at the podium checked through her tables and said she could actually fit us in early. The place was packed. I had no idea how large this restaurant was. They had outdoor seating, bar seating and then a dining room seating. They also had live music outside on the patio. After we sat, Danny came up and offered us some cocktails. I went with the Riverside margarita, my white got the Razz. Danny was very professional and friendly. I usually get a little picky at restaurants, I mean you want what you want right? Danny was very accommodating. The first thing, I don't like real sour margaritas so he offered to add Something, I just had him make it with part orange juice. The second thing, I didn't think there was enough Grand Marnier, so he went back and got a little bit on the side. The drinks arrived and they were awesome. I put in for a couple of appetizers and then we sat back and enjoyed the atmosphere. Lots of hustle and bustle but things were moving quite fast. What we ordered: Riverside margarita The Razz Grilled octopus Scallops Seafood risotto Mahi-mahi Again, I don't eat starch much at restaurants, and so Danny offered double vegetables. When it came back, I thought I didn't look like double, Danny said no problem, and we got some green beans. As I said he was so accommodating. it took a little bit for the food to arrive, but as I says this place was packed. The presentation of the food was beautiful. The food was absolutely amazing. Danny, our server, made the whole experience quite wonderful. He never made me feel like any of my extra requests were a burden. He checked just the right amount of time to see if we needed more cocktails, checked on Nicole and her food, and asked us if we wanted dessert. Even Emma, the hostess that accommodated us early was was just so friendly. Considering how busy this place was, that was quite refreshing. As I stated at the opening, this was one of the best dining experiences of the year. We plan to frequent this establishment!

Went there with a party of five. All the entrées were very good. The service was good too. The atmosphere is nice and it is right next to the truckee river and they have outdoor seating, makes the ambiance very good. It was a very enjoyable meal with family.

First time I have been to the happy hour, and I was really impressed with the menu. Great prices on drinks and food! The Moscow mule is very refreshing and the cab had great flavors for a house wine! For food, got pan seared meatballs and a chorizo queso dish. The pan seared meatballs exceeded my expectations and had great depth of flavor. The chorizo dish flavors weren't as bold as I would have liked, and the cheese was a little bland. Overall, a fantastic happy hour menu, and I do not know how I haven't been to it before.

The outside sitting is great, specially with live music. The food was just perfect and the service was just amazing, thank you Chris. Only street parking, you will find public parking across the street.

It's a nice place right off the river. You can eat indoor or outdoor. Food is good, good place for a date night for sure. We have eaten here a few times and even had an our wedding banquet here and it was great. The service was great as well.

Went back after a year to retry and we were very happy! There were four of us and ordered a table full of appetizers , drinks and French onion soup. We ate outside and it was very nice! Food was all wonderful and the soup was delicious. The new manager came out and introduced himself. Will keep going back. Very nice!

Last minute get together with friends! We always do a Mother's Day brunch or dinner with all the mamacitas because we deserve to be celebrated! Winning vote was Wild River Grille! Thank you Danny for being to attentive and very kind. Had some of our favorite dishes plus more. We didn't take too many pictures but here are some of our favs. Ask for patio seating, we promise it changes the experience.

Great food/ great service. Had the elk medallions. It was served with port shallot demi-glace, seasonal mushroom blend, cherry tomatoes, delta asparagus, parmesan risotto cake. Great meal and great atmosphere.

Abigail was amazing! Good and drink recommendation was excellent. Will definitely come back!

I love that the outside patio has a nice view of the water and that it is dog-friendly too. I ordered the burger and the pomegranate lemonade. The lemonade had a good tartness to it. I'd wanna try other flavors next time. The burger was pretty big and they gave a good portion of fries. I ate half of the burger and fries and got to save the other half for my meal later. Sure there prices might be a little bit high, but I got 2 meals out of it. My dog also enjoyed the fries. I'd definitely come back and with my pup too!