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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
John Sande IV and Sepideh Arya-Sande opened The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Damonte Ranch Town Center in Reno on Jan. 27, 2025. They are franchisees of the growing brand, which started in Las Vegas and has achieved record growth this year. The husband-and-wife team also bought rights to additional Great Greek restaurants and may be opening more locations in the months and years to come.
Playfield ’76
Playfield ’76 closed on Jan. 19, 2025. There is talk of the barcade reopening at a new location, but nothing official has been announced yet.
City Brew Tours
City Brew Tours officially launched its Reno franchise in January 2025, with 3.5-hour brewery and distillery tours throughout the city. The van tours take guests to a lineup (usually three) of breweries and distilleries to taste their bounty and learn about beer and spirit making. If you book a group event, the itinerary is largely customizable.
Anneke Schat’s Coffee and Pastry
Anneke Schat’s Coffee and Pastry, a notable regional name, brings another bakery to the local landscape. The new spot opened in Washoe Valley on Jan. 18 with a vision for clean pastries with Dutch influence.
Café Capello
Café Capello First Street in Downtown Reno closed on Jan. 17, 2025, after nearly six years in business.
Napa-Sonoma Grocery Co.
After a roof fire on Jan. 15, 2025, Napa-Sonoma Grocery Co. closed permanently. This was the only remaining location of the Reno staple.
Cookie Plug
Cookie Plug’s closure was announced on Jan. 24, 2025, after a little more than a year in business. In the Facebook post announcing the closure, the family behind the South Reno business said they sold the franchise rights to another owner, who planned to open a location in Elko.
Hi Me Café & Lost Seoul Saloon
Hi Me Café & Lost Seoul Saloon celebrated a grand opening on Jan. 24, 2025. The Virginia City restaurant boasts a menu of Korean favorites served with the Old West charm for which VC is known.
Roots Indian Restaurant and Bar
Roots Indian Restaurant and Bar celebrated its grand opening on Jan. 24, 2025. The Indian eatery is located on USA Parkway in East Sparks. More Edible Updates
Mochinut Reno
Mochinut Reno celebrated its grand opening in Ridgeview Plaza in West Reno on Jan. 17, 2025. While there are many Mochinut franchises across the country, this marks just the third Nevada-based location and the first outside of the Las Vegas area. The shop, which features colorful and flavorful mochi-style doughnuts, also serves boba and corn dogs.
Yuki Ramen
A ribbon cutting for Yuki Ramen took place on Jan. 13, 2025. The ramen and Asian cuisine concept is located on Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
Reno’s Atlantis Casino Resort Spa was featured on three episodes of What Would You Do? on ABC, airing Jan. 15, 2025, Feb. 5, 2025, and March 5, 2025. Clips of the episodes are available on YouTube.
Kimmie Candy
Kimmie Candy received the Best Nevada Grown Product prize in the 2024 Best in Business Awards, presented by Northern Nevada Business Weekly.
The Golden Dragon
Another restaurant expected to open soon is The Golden Dragon, moving into 999 Pho’s former spot, at 2309 Kietzke Lane in Reno. The Chinese restaurant comes from the family responsible for Golden Flower, Asia Market, and Poke King.
Sierra Nevada Bakery and Creamery
Sierra Nevada Bakery and Creamery opened in Downtown Reno, near The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, The Coconut, and La Famiglia.
The Wolf Den
The Wolf Den has had a somewhat complicated history of opening and closing. Located near Lawlor Events Center, it’s a popular bar for University of Nevada, Reno students. In June 2015, the Den shuttered again, but, as of 2025, it’s reopened.
HumiliTree
HumiliTree, a new horticultural consultancy and landscaping business in Reno owned by Tanner Petrilla, is up and running. The business will focus largely on caring for perennials.
Sushi Pier
The same developer also took on the Sushi Pier remodel in Stateline. This two-month project provided a kitchen upgrade with new cooking line and equipment. The renovation was completed within a month and a half, in late 2024.
LCF Plant Nursery
Nathan Rosenbloom announced the closure of LCF Plant Nursery in December 2024, then shut down both the in-person business and the website. He plans to focus on his newer venture, Mountain Mushrooms, as well as his family.
Blind Dog Tavern
Blind Dog Tavern ended 2024 by closing its doors for good after hosting guests on Dec. 31 and seven years in business. The owner, Josh Callen, owns multiple bars throughout Reno.
Fourk Kitchen
In mid-December 2024, Fourk Kitchen bid adieu to Reno. The restaurant was known for serving multicourse, prix fixe menus that rotated once per month, but after fewer than four years in business, the owner decided to pull the plug when his attempts to sell were unsuccessful.
The Coyote Saloon
Before 2024 ended, The Coyote Saloon opened its doors. The country bar combines sports and line dancing for an extraordinary Reno experience. Located on Kietzke Lane, the saloon opens at 3 p.m. daily, offering a rotating selection of line-dancing events, bottle service, DJs, and more. It also hosts food trucks each day.
Stoked Oak BBQ
At Alpine Meadows, Stoked Oak BBQ opened winter 2024. Located on the gondola side of the sun deck, the new eatery serves traditional smoked barbecue classics, including sandwiches and platters.
