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Murieta's is a very large Mexican restaurant located convenient to
both the Peppermill hotel-casino and Atlantis resort-casino.
The restaurant is located in a densely populated Hispanic
neighborhood in a mini-mall at the intersection of Neil and Peckham.
This is truly a vibrant neighborhood, and expect to see the signs of
this around you in the stores and residents.
Murrieta's has large wooden beams covering its massive open space.
There is a separate room for private parties and a separate bar.
For my meal, I tried a combination plate of a chicken tamale and a
chicken enchilada with rice and beans-- capped off with a Negro
Modelo dark beer. My companion tried a 3 taco combination.
Murrieta's authenticity can be seen in the variety of meats that
they offer. You might not like them all, but its good to know
they are there: Chicharrones (spicy crispy pork); adobada
(spicy pork); carne asada; carnitas, chorizo, lengua (beef tongue)
and tripas (marrow guts). Yes - some of them can be a little
scary-- they have beef and chicken too! Our food was great and
the atmosphere was relaxed with prompt and friendly service.
If you're tired of the standard fare and want to see a different
part of Reno-- Murrieta's Mexican Restaurant is a great choice.
We rate Murieta's 7 out of 10.
4385 Neil Road @ Peckham 775-827-3585
Chevy's Restaurant - Reno
Hilton & South Reno (MeadowWood Mall Area)
Chevy's restaurants are a popular West Coast chain that offers good
quality, consistent Mexican food. The atmosphere in Reno
however - is not the best. The South Reno location is
frequently 60%+ empty and is not the most "fun" place to visit.
We like the food and prices - but Chevy's needs to focus more on an
enjoyable dining ambience for customers. Recommended as the
most "family friendly" Mexican restaurants. We rate Chevy's 6
out of 10.
4955 South Virginia near MeadowWood Mall 829-8008 and
Reno Hilton 786-2269
Mi Casa & Mi Casa Too
These two dark and mysterious restaurants give you a true Mexican
ambience. The food is good - but not spectacular, and like
most Mexican restaurants you get a lot of "fill" for your money.
Margarita's here can be particularly strong. We like the
"underground" vibe of the West 4th Street location, however the
Virginia Street location is very convenient to the
Atlantis Hotel-Casino and
Peppermill Hotel-Casino. We recommend these restaurants
for a convenient, quality Mexican food choice and rate them 7 out of
10.
2205 West Fourth Street (West Reno) 323-6466 and 3255 South Virginia
near the
Peppermill Hotel-Casino. 825-3005
Cantina Los Tres Hombres
The two Cantina restaurants give a very Americanified view of
mexican food. Food at both is ok - not quite as good as
Mi Casa. Both of these restaurants thrive on more of a club
atmosphere as they feature live bands and dancing after dinner.
You can see a number of great local Reno bands - and the Sparks
Cantina is particularly cool. The Sparks Cantina is a
renovated classic building with brick architecture.
Recommended for music and convenient food before the show. We
rate Cantina 5 out of 10 for dining.
7111 South Virginia (MeadowWood Mall Area) 775-852-0202
926 Victorian Avenue near
John Asguaga's Nugget Hotel in Sparks. 775-356-6262
El Adobe Cafe
El Adobe is the most authentic restaurant of the Reno bunch.
Run by a family from Mexico - El Adobe offers very authentic Mexican
food and ambience. Expect more unusual items here and spicy
tastes. We recommend El Adobe for the more adventurous Reno
Mexican food diner.775-327-4422 We rate El Adobe 7 out of 10.
55 West Arroyo Street - just south of Downtown Reno off Virginia
Street
Bertha
Miranda's
For very authentic Mexican food - but just a taste of comfort for
the visitor - Bertha Miranda's is Reno locals favorite.
Extremely authentic Mexican atmosphere with both unusual and typical
dishes plus a variety of specialties. Bertha Miranda's is
always busy and even offers breakfast! Parking can be
challenging (for Reno) and do not plan to park in the very small
parking lot (lock your car!) We rate Bertha's 9 out of
10.
336 Mill Street 775-786-9797
Buenos Grill
Great "neighborhood", independent Mexican with a flair for the
party. Buenos Grill has a fun outdoor section that faces
beautiful views. This restaurant gives a Reno flavor to
the quick-serve chains that seem to be replicating across America.
Convenient to a variety of local boutiques in a residential mall.
We rate Buejnos Grill 7 out of 10.
3892 Mayberry @ McCarran (West Reno) 775-787-8226
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