Business Changes
Tahoe City Inn
The current site of the historic Tahoe City Inn is morphing into an evo, the global outdoor experiences company, complete with hotel, restaurant, and more near Commons Beach. Protect Our Winters founder Jeremy Jones is part of the project.
Charlie Palmer Steak
Adam Ornellas takes over as executive chef at Charlie Palmer Steak inside of the Grand Sierra Resort. He has more than 25 years of experience in the industry.
Fireside Market
Fireside Market on East Fourth Street has a new owner, Tejash Patel.
The Virgil
MaryBeth and Colin Smith, the couple behind Roundabout Catering and other food businesses, acquired The Virgil, an event space in Reno. The Smiths plan to use the 100-year-old building to host events including weddings, corporate gatherings, and more. They have plans to conduct kitchen improvements and turn The Virgil into a one-stop shop for event planning and related services.
Jax at the Tracks
Jax at the Tracks, a classic American diner in Truckee, has changed hands. Longtime owner Bud Haley sold the business to Tony Cervantes, a local custom-home builder.
Chris Watkins
Chris Watkins has returned to Everline Resort & Spa as chef de cuisine at Six Peaks Grille. Watkins has more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with locations from San Francisco to Switzerland on his resume. Recently, he served as executive chef at Stella Restaurant in Truckee.
Lindsay Chichester
Lindsay Chichester is the new state leader for the 4-H Youth Development Program offered by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. She has nearly 15 years of experience in related roles.
Jordan Hosmer-Henner
Jordan Hosmer-Henner brings years of experience to his new role with the University of Nevada, Reno’s Desert Farming Initiative as the manager of food systems programs. His position specifically focuses on improving Nevada’s food systems’ resiliency and increasing food security throughout the entire state.
Outlaw Coffee Co.
Outlaw Coffee Co. in Verdi was recently purchased by Shauna Adams and Chris Lemacher. Adams announced plans to keep the same menu but did mention small improvements would be made.
Bully’s
Not long after Bully’s went up for sale, it found a new owner. Las Vegas businessman Ron Winchell purchased the brand (and all 11 of its Northern Nevada locations) from Jo Lown, who co-founded the company with her late and former husband, Paul Sonner, 30 years ago. Lown has had control of the business since 2009.
The Kitchen Table
The Kitchen Table has undergone an ownership change. Amanda and Steven Thomason have handed over the Plumb Lane business to their partner, Alexander Alioto, who also is the head chef.
The Gold ’N Silver Inn
The Gold ’N Silver Inn is getting new ownership. Jacobs Entertainment, which owns J Resort and several other properties along the Fourth Street corridor, is taking over on May 1, 2024. The new owner says he plans to keep many employees on board as well as the majority of the restaurant menu, with additional changes occurring over time. Jacobs Entertainment already owns the land on which the restaurant sits.
Gold ’N Silver Inn
Gold ’N Silver Inn in Downtown Reno closed on June 1, 2025, for six months of renovations. The restaurant was sold to Jacobs Entertainment, which plans to preserve the vintage charm of the restaurant and classic dishes.
Lox, Stock & Two Smoking Bagels
Lox, Stock & Two Smoking Bagels had a rough start and continues to struggle to stay in business. A year after signing the lease, the make-your-own bagel shop opened in early 2024, only to close a month later to recalibrate. The owner of the Downtown Reno breakfast-and-lunch eatery (serving bagels, sandwiches, soup, and beers on tap) started a GoFundMe campaign to raise $50,000 in donations, saying “all funds would go toward paying off suppliers, which are in arrears, and hiring new staff to support increasing demand.” Although the business did briefly reopen, in mid-April, a sign was once again posted in its window declaring it was closed temporarily. We’ll be watching to see whether this business can get off the ground.
Smith and River
Smith and River, owned and operated by Colin Smith and the Roundabout team, has a new executive chef joining the fun. Since 2020, chef Chris Lott has worked with the Roundabout brand under the tutelage of Smith and chef Chris Nealon.
Carniceria Tejaro
Carniceria Tejaro also has new ownership. The Mexican restaurant now belongs to Armando Camarena.
Cucina Lupo
Cucina Lupo, a Carson City restaurant owned by Mark Estee, has had its staffing shaken up a bit. In February, it was announced that Howard Jachens has returned to handle front-of-house operations.
