Go BIG... or go home. Big? Yup... drive all the miles (about 121 of them from Reno) out to Gerlach,…read moreNV for the Famous Raviolis... but then see Cod Tacos on the menu and change your mind. There are still bartenders who smile and patrons who offer advice to go sightseeing. Bruno's is still Part of the Old West.

OMG! I don't think it was just being tired of travelling, but we planned our travels to land in…read moreGerlach tonight specifically for Picon Punches and Bruno's world famous ravioli. We weren't disappointed. The staff was great to banter with, the music was cool and the food was all we were anticipating. Bruno may be gone, but his food and hospitality live on...definitely check out Bruno's if you are in the area!!!

If you are into dive bars, don't miss this one. The people…read moreare friendly, the decor is eccentric and most important, the beer is ice cold. What more do you need?

How far is the buck inn? Read the shirt in the photo, but it's about 45 miles from Reno, and as far…read moreas local watering holes in small mountain towns go, Buck Inn is the epitome and five star fantastic. Yes. It's quirky AF, but isn't that EXACTLY what you want? One part legend, another lore, add in all the best parts of a dive like colorful locals, super friendly staff, and cheap drinks, plus nostalgic and vintage vibes, and an enigmatic but eventually welcoming and warm owner, and you've got the Buck Inn. When you arrive, be sure to glance just past the bar and see the sign for "Lizard Xing" and look for the attack lizards inside. If you peek outside in the backyard you may see a casket. Not sure what it's for, and maybe don't ask, but certainly check it out and look around for other fun! Lastly, make sure you look above the last chair of the bar, next to the patio door. They call it the "Asshole Corner" and it was super fun to sit a friend down their and snap a pic without them knowing! We drove over the mountain on back roads in SXS UTVs to get here, and the effort was well rewarded. I'm not saying this is a destination BUT if dives are your thing, then make it one!

Private parking lot, dazed diners, amazeballs hand washing setup with actual water in the desert,…read moresoap, and paper towels. The staff were a fast working machine. Self serve, bus your plates and utensils. Did I say the price is right? Yes. Popular items run out, then they are often replenished. Vegetarian and vegan options. The self serve lines run fast, no idling. But sit, relax and chat over a meal if you like. People tend to keep with their group, it's not that social, and people are exhausted. They are working on sustainability and had compostable bamboo knives, forks, and spoons. Sort your waste outgoing. This little cafeteria is partially powered by solar and batteries! Salad in the desert is a treat!

It's been awhile since my last review, and that was when the only meals I could get were in…read moreclamshells delivered by ESD Logistics (thanks, good people!) Since then, I've been promoted, and had the privilege of eating in for the whole week that I was working in Center Camp. Wow! What I had been missing! The thing that impressed me most (other than the overall ambience) was the incredible vegan option. It was closely guarded from roving carnivores, and you actually had to ask for it - but, man, was it good! Delicious, nicely spiced; really impressive. Highly recommended. Inshallah, I'll be back.

Stopped in for a night cap and it felt like coming home. The bartender had great recommendations,…read morethe company was tight, and they had black and white movies playing on the TV! Had a great conversation with a veteran named Brian who was a joy to speak with while there. If you are ever in Gerlach, plan for ravs at Bruno's, a nightcap at Joe's, and a warm welcome from the locals. Thanks for the perfect ending to an outstanding road trip. I suspect this will become an annual pilgrimage for our household!!! Thank you, Gerlach for your warm welcome and excellent company!

Not worth the stop no matter how hungry you are- 5 dollars a slice for embarrassingly gross pizza…read more No bathrooms were available to patrons- only porta potties across the street. It may be different treatment if you are one of the dozen locals. Regardless, avoid getting ripped off and keep on driving.

IT'S A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD; A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A NEIGHBOR…read more Hi neighbors! Having camped next to the folks over at Hookah Lounge for the last few years, I've been able to get to know some of the members fairly well. I wish yelp had people reviews because I have so many wonderful things to say about these pepole. But I'll try to stick to reviewing the Lounge instead. Wonderful, welcoming, warm. That's the general atmosphere you get when you walk up to this friendly camp with its collection of seating that includes: pillows, chairs, bean bags and other comfy items. You can relax here, cozy up, or hang out and play some chess. All while having your hookah needs tended to. The place is clean and the hookahs are tasty. Lots of flavors. Note: I noticed some people had personal caps they put over the mouthpiece of the hookah, so as not to have to share with others. A good idea if youre wary of germs. This camp is also notorious for taking care of the people camped there (and their neighbors!!) which includes letting us share a few meals with them. And when I say meal, they feast all gourmet-like. Lots of folks bring their kitchen magic to the playa, but I imagine Kim would win a playa-cook-off. It's unreal. And lots of work goes into it, as if she didn't have tons of other stuff she could be doing, this is an amazing gift if you're lucky enough to enjoy an evening with this camp. There are a lot of great camps at BurningMan. If you haven't been to the event, it's too much to explain. If you have been, you know that even if you wanted to, you could never visit all the wonderfully unique camps in a week. Especially because part of stopping in at a camp is getting to meet the people camped there. And experience the playa gift they've brought. Aside from all the hookahs and food, the best gift from this camp is the people. Happy burning!

Hookah Lounge is absolutely one of the best camps I have stayed in at Burning Man. I stayed with…read moreKim and Fjord's Hookah Lounge for Burning Man 2013. I arrived late and stressed out on Monday night after waiting for 3 1/2 hours to get though the gate. When I arrived Fjord jumped up and helped with camp placement. Kim jumped in and fed us. Great first meeting! The next day we got settled and got to know the camp better. Without going overboard on all the nice things I can say.... I'll sum it up so I don't type for hours on how amazing it is. The Camp Coordinators (Kim and Fjord) = A+ The Camp Location = A+ The food that was provided = A+++ The showers = A All around I would stay here again and again and again. If you read my other Yelp postings you will know that I am very critical about my reviews. So what you read is what you get with me. NO BULLSHIT! The food was amazing. Every night there was something different. Lobster raviolis on the playa? YES!!!! Bourbon Chicken on the playa??? YES!!!! Scallops on the Playa?? YES YES YES!!! I am a foodie and the food was F*%@ amazing for a Burning Man experience. They rocked it out! When I found out about Hookah Lounge I contacted Kim and Fjord. I spoke to both of them several times. Choosing a camp at Burning Man is vital and will make or break your experience. Let me tell you that it totally made my experience. Everything... I mean everything was awesome. No complaints! Anyhow, if you get the opportunity to go to Burning Man and you need to pick a camp. Pick Hookah Lounge! You won't be sorry! I promise you!

When going to or from Burning Man, stop by the Bazaar and Beyond for food, beverages, and pop-up…read moreshops. The Bazaar and Beyond is your last stop on the way out and your first stop on the way back. The clothing is different, the food is okay, and the services are basic. You can purchase beer, ice, dump sewage, and fill up wat

No table service. Food is inedible. New management has made questionable decisions about operating…read morehours. Music was poor, and repetitive. The drinks were strong, but overpriced and came with more sass than I like. The lighting was incoherent, and clashed with the decor. The "quiet" room, was neither very quite nor really a separate room. Movie selection was awkward to say the least. But overall the experience was alright and unremarkable.

We enjoy checking out locals bars during our travels and this one was a great find! We actually…read morefound out about it when visiting another locals bar in Lovelock. The staff and customers are so friendly and welcoming! Good cold beer and well drinks. We'll be back!

Wow what a place. Greeted by Jj and Julia, the owners. Then a wonderful bar manager. And finally by…read morethe locals--wilson, rob, James, Christina, Fred, and others. Couldn't imagine a better superbowl Sunday. Thank you and best menu ever.

Not sparkley or poney-ey anough! Too dusty and closed 51 weeks a year.... But will be back every…read moreyear

The Rancho Sparkle Pony is my favorite bar in the entire world! Great staff, courteous, extensive…read moredrink selection, sustainably minded, and excellent music from the Buddha Lounge next door. I had an amazing time here and ended up spending four nights in a row drinking with the various characters it attracts. Would highly recommend!

Great vibe. Do not judge a book by the entrance…read more Nice locals and strong drinks! Patronize a local legacy

Michelle is a great bartender and the locals were super friendly. We had a great time playing pool…read moreand enjoying a few cold drinks!