Yes I really did pop in and out a half a dozen times in my recent visit to VC…read more Friday afternoon after meeting Junior the bartender sold us on repeat visits. His faithful and cute sidekick Winston, possibly an English pointer, is a doll. The snowy weather seem to be keeping most people away. So we has the bar, Junior and Winston to ourselves. Enjoy some fabulous hot cocktails, beer that was filled from the bottom of the glass, and some interesting chocolate whiskey. We were even able to bring out to go in from the Mexican restaurant next door. The rest of the weekend we popped in and out trying a few more beers and cocktails. Finishing with Bloody Mary's Sunday morning before leaving town. Limited bar seating to 6, several tables towards the back, and a fantastic 100 mile view out the back window.

Union Brewery is like stepping back into the 1890s. The bar does not serve up fancy cocktails but…read moreyou can get a beer or a classic cocktail and sip while feeling like you are in the Wild West. On Saturdays lots of people dress in outfits from the 1800s and walk the streets of Virginia City. These history buffs love to enjoy libations, as if they were stepping back in time. There is only street parking available. The bathrooms are clean. The drinks are affordable and the ambiance is seriously like stepping into a time machine. I highly recommend stopping in for a drink, if you visit Virginia City.

Completely honest. September 7th 2025 the bar tender was completely rude. I don't know what her…read morestory is but she needs to go. Not recommended don't go here. No drink menus nothing. Lady didn't care what so ever. Very rude. We left. She wanted to preach to me about the fact they can't get good beer. Told me if we came twice a week she'd consider getting me what ever I wanted.

I love this bar! I have been going to this bar forever! I absolutely love the bartender Ricki and…read morethe owners are loving and caring where everyone who walks through the door is family! This type of bar is hard to find anywhere in the USA. Virginia City, NV has a very special place in my heart. I hope you take the opportunity to pop in and say to Ricki she will enlighten your life!

My boyfriend and I came here for a drink and stayed for the underground mine tour! This is a…read morecash-only establishment (or at least the mine tour tickets are) so make sure you have your money on you. Otherwise, there is an ATM machine inside. The tour itself was so neat and unique! Our guide was entertaining and well informed. I definitely recommend if you're in the area!

I think the last time I was in this saloon was about 40 years ago. I remember taking a field trip…read morein elementary school in the mid 80's to tour VC. I remember taking the mine tour and being amazed that it is a part of our local history. I met some friends on a chilly Friday evening for drinks and karaoke. There was quite the crowd already at 8pm and I could tell it was a popular local watering hole. All the patrons were singing along with each karaoke guest and having a great time. The bartender was a very nice guy that was doing a great job keeping up with everyone despite being the only one behind the bar that night. We made sure to tip him well. He was slinging fresh cocktails, fresh draft pours, and some ready to drink cocktails. A couple of us put our names and song choices in for karaoke, the DJ had pretty much everything available to him. The songs ranged from classic rock, classic country, modern rock, modern country, 80's chart toppers, and some obscure songs that a number of locals got pumped up to hear! I got up to belt out my raspy rendition of The Promise, it was fun to get to 'perform' in front of a crowd again. A couple others in my group sang their hearts out as well. We will be back soon!

I stopped by the Silver Dollar Saloon and had the best hot buttered rum I've ever had, seriously…read moreunforgettable. Funny story... I walk in with intent, sit at the bar, order my drink...right after I took my first sip, I looked up and saw the "Cash Only" neon sign and realized I didn't have any on me. The waitress (I wish I had caught her name) was incredibly kind. I explained the situation and told her I'd go grab cash, and she was totally understanding. I came back and made sure to tip her well, she deserved it. I asked if they served food, and while they don't, she went out of her way to recommend a Korean spot next door and Red Dog Saloon for pizza. She even said it was perfectly fine to bring food back. So I did exactly that, grabbed some Korean chicken, brought it back, and paired it with a hot apple cider cocktail. Perfect night. Great drinks, delicious food, good music, and genuinely friendly people.

I will be coming back again hoping to see the bartender. I believe her name was Melanie amazing…read moregreat personality and made my birthday weekend. Super fun. Love you. Hope you have an incredible life. Awesome bar as well

Drive up to Virginia City while staying in Reno. First time…read morevisiting and it was a blast. We visited the beautiful Catholic Church and visited with Tim who has worked at the church for about 15 years. He was very nice and has a lot of fun info on the church and town. VC is an old silver mining town and it still looks like it did way back then. Wood boardwalks through town with lots of gift shops . We visited in the off season but starting in May there are all sorts of things to go. Train rides, old time gun shows. It's definitely a tourist town but a fun one. The drive up was very pretty. Ended up at Mark Twain Saloon and it was a great stop. Great looking old bar. Bartender was fun. Had sone whisky and a beer. Visited with a couple locals and had a great time.

Recently expanded…read more It's been a year since my last visit to the Twain. My group likes it since it's a short walk from the hotel. Small locals bar with slots and machine gaming. In the last year the took over the space next door to the south. This space has a small kitchen for snacks and some gaming machines, making the original area less crowded. The old school bar and decor is a step back to days when miners would come in for a whiskey after hours of searching for silver. On non event days it's nice to enjoy the great staff. During events the Twain can be quite popular and busy.

We dined at The Sawdust Corner Steakhouse for New Year's Eve dinner with a large group of 20…read morepeople. Our group booked months in advance and responsibly kept the restaurant updated as our party size changed, which the staff appreciated. We were eager to attend and had been looking forward to the evening, especially once the special holiday menu was released. Unfortunately, the prix fixe menu was not published until just days before New Year's Eve. It was a six-course, classic French-style menu with wine pairings at $150 per person. While the menu sounded interesting, nearly every course was meat-based, with the exception of the salad and dessert. We had one vegetarian in our group, so I immediately called to ask about accommodations. I left multiple messages (including on the private number provided for event coordination), but never received a callback prior to the holiday. Given the cost and formality of the meal, this lack of communication felt unprofessional and disappointing. On the night of dinner, our table was ready, and we were seated promptly. Service overall was attentive and friendly, though not without flaws. Despite asking for water multiple times throughout the evening, I never received any and ultimately had to get my own from the Delta Saloon bar next door. As for the food, the quality was mixed and the portions were extremely large--so much so that most of us could not finish courses four through six and took food home. While generous portions aren't a bad thing, the overall heaviness of the meal made it difficult to enjoy the full experience. Highlights included the Niçoise salad, which was beautifully plated and delicious, and the bone marrow, which was rich and well-served as a shared dish. The foie gras was tasty but overwhelmed by an excessive amount of fig jam, throwing off the balance and making an already rich dish even heavier. The sole with hollandaise was a major disappointment. The fish was mushy and completely drowned in an unusually spicy hollandaise that overpowered the dish. I barely touched it. By the time the beef bourguignon arrived, I was already uncomfortably full, though what I did taste was good. Dessert was crêpes suzette, which I had never had before. While interesting, it was extremely sweet and saturated in butter--two bites were more than enough. One particularly baffling moment was the bread service: butter was served with olive oil poured directly over it. This combination was unnecessary and unappealing--one or the other would have sufficed. Financial transparency was another major issue. During wine service, our server continued refilling glasses. When one of the paired wines ran out, she casually replaced it with another Sauvignon Blanc without mentioning that it would be an additional charge. When the bill arrived, we were shocked to see $20 per glass added for this wine. This was never communicated, and given the menu advertised the dinner as "all inclusive," this felt inappropriate. Additionally, gratuity was added automatically, which is fine--but should have been clearly stated upfront. To make matters worse, a 3% credit card processing fee was added without any prior notice. For a table of 20 at this price point, it's unreasonable to expect guests to pay in cash or be surprised by hidden fees. By the end of the night, each guest paid $210 or more, depending on extra wine charges. Our vegetarian guest was charged $75 for three simple dishes and unlimited beer (since she doesn't drink wine), plus gratuity--an amount that felt excessive for what was provided. Ultimately, while some dishes were enjoyable, the meal was overwhelmingly rich, poorly communicated, and riddled with unexpected charges. I ended up with a stomachache severe enough to leave the New Year's Eve festivities early. Our group visits Virginia City every New Year's Eve. Last year we dined at the Gold Hill Hotel and had a wonderful meal with clear pricing and no surprises. Next year, we'll be returning there--or opting for a more casual, reliable spot like Red Dog or the Palace. I would strongly recommend The Sawdust Corner improve transparency around pricing and fees, publish special menus earlier, and consider offering a regular menu alongside prix fixe options. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not return.

Overall, I have mixed feelings of this place. Food was delicious once we finally received it. It…read moretook around 45 minutes to an hour after we arrived to get our food. The service was great and the remodeling of the restaurant into the steakhouse turned out really nice. They do table side salads, entrees and desserts. We chose to order a standard meal. I would like to give this place another chance in the near future. Maybe it was an off night.

We came in for lunch on a Friday and we were able to sit down right away but it was crowded…read more The hostest was not the friendliest, no smile. Just how many and she walked over to a table and put down menus and walked away. Our server was really nice and even though it was crowded she was really sweet and professional. The selections are really sandwiches and burgers. My husband doesn't like either so he had to settle for chicken wings and fries. I ordered the veggie sandwich. I wish they would have toasted the bread, it would have made it easier to eat. The restrooms were clean and the prices fair

We ate at the Palace Salloon and Restaurant in Virginia City, Nevada . We were pleasantly…read moresurprised at how good it was. The staff are very friendly and helpful from the moment you walk in the door. The place was very clean also. I ordered the Classic Reuben with cole slaw. There is a small upcharge for sides other than fries. The Reuben was the BEST i have ever had. That includes the famous delis in New York city . However, the cole slaw was not very good. I told our server and he offered me something else , which I appreciated . I definitely recommend this restaurant when your visiting Virginia City. You won't be dissapointed.

We had the best smash burgers and Tots. My friend had the boss and I had the little Joe. There was…read morenothing little about it! The bacon jam is what made our burgers so tasty and flavorful. The tots were nice and crispy with a unique seasoning, as we dipped them in to ranch which made them even more amazing! We had to wait for the meal but so worth it! My friend had a dirty shirley and I had a sailor Jerry's and Diet Coke, let me tell you they gave us a good pour! After dinner we went and played some slots and the gal came around and offered us drinks, we had a good time and look forward going back again.

Gayle and I took Darling Granddaughter and her Boyfriend here for Lunch last week. In a nutshell:…read more - Clean and well apportioned dining area among the nearby slot machines. Air conditioned. - Very friendly and helpful waitress. - Slow food delivery out of the kitchen. - Decent meal that all of us enjoyed and that exceeded my often low expectations of Virginia City restaurants. - Reasonable final tab. - Apparently under new management from a number of months back.