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    Sparks Water Bar

    3.9 (648 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Cheryl C.

    Came tonight for the Hawaii Mai tai party! Tickets were $15 and my friend got them ahead of time so no line to wait in and we got right in! It was held on the second floor and we took a window seat. We were served a Mai tai right away and soon after servers came around with pulled chicken sliders. Homemade Potato chips and dip were on the tables. Servers were dressed accordingly to the theme and all so friendly and having fun. We enjoyed the Mai tais and were also served ahi nachos on won ton chips and spicy bacon wrapped sausage. It was very loud but a fun time was had by all who attended!

    Tuna sandwhich with chips
    Kimberly J.

    Excellent views, ambiance, and service during a Thursday at lunchtime. The prime rib was great, but the blue cheese butter was a bit too rich for me. But if you can handle it, it was yummy! Party of 5 service for us was excellent!

    Kraken Wet Woody
    Kyle S.

    Always a great time coming here! The service, food, and outside seating was wonderful! This is one of my favorite spots!

    14" pork chop
    S J.

    Tables at boardwalk Artisan Breads w whipped butter Water views w cool winds Fresh salads Entree warm & fragrant after speaker was completed Service customized to each guest Kitchen made desserts ready to take home

    French onion soup
    Lynn D.

    First visit to this restaurant and we loved everything! Service was great from the entire staff from the moment we walked in the door till we paid our check and departed, but our server Helena went above and beyond! I started with the Malibu Woody-delicious like a strawberry pina colada and had the Korean taco appetizer as my entree. The meat was tender and flavorful and loved the sauce. My husband had the French onion soup and French dip with French fries. Many times restaurants serve French onion soup and it's very watery and bland. This broth was full of rich, deep flavors and one of the best I've had. His French dip was stuffed with tender, flavorful beef and the French fries were perfectly seasoned and the perfect amount of crispy fried like French fries should be. We had a hard time choosing just one dessert but finally settled on the peppermint stick hot fudge sundae which was so good and love peppermint ice cream year round! This restaurant is a local gem and I'm adding it into our regular rotation of local restaurants.

    Cheese bread additional cost
    Diane P.

    My BFF took me to St Patrick's Day lunch at Water Bar. I know it's a Tuesday but it's St Patrick's Day! They only had 2 servers, one bartender and maybe a hostess. We had a reservation but we had to wait for the Bartender to seat us then the hostess showed up. It took awhile for our server to greet us. We told her I was on my lunch break so the food came out fairly quick, but we didn't get our drinks until we were almost finished. My corn beef plate was OK, slightly cold. The bread was good, but the same. My friend's cottage pie was delicious and she ate all of hers and I took half of mine home. The best part was the Crispy potatoes. The corn beef was fatty and the cabbage had an odd taste. I did like the carrots and onion thou. The cucumber mojito was delightful. I had a taste of my friends since I had to go back to work! It was a beautiful day to sit outside and enjoy the view of Mountain Rose and the Marina. The staff are amazing friendly and always welling to help even short staffed.

    Bloody Mary comes with bacon, pepper, olive, cheese, and a weiner.
    Angela P.

    We always have a good time at the Sparks Water Bar. What makes this place is the drinks. Always strong and delicious, especially the Mai Tai. Had the salmon salad this time and it was spot on. Coconut prawns were amazing. Great service and nice seating overlooking the marina.

    Ahi tacos
    Jena R.

    First we ordered a Mai Tai. My husband said it was terrible. He NEVER sends a drink back but he couldn't even muscle it. I got a Miami vice and it was delicious but couldnt taste any alcohol. Our salt and vinegar chips were 8/10. Ahi tacos 7.8/10. The whiskey rib eye 7.5/10 vegetables had no seasoning though. I got the conchiglie pasta. Flavors were good the but chicken was a little dry and rubbery. Would have been better without the chicken. 6.5/10. Our favorite part, the live music! They were a great little duo and they made the ambiance. Our service was good but nothing to write home about. Overall... 7.5/10

    Pacific Swordfish: ROASTED CORN & ARTICHOKE ORZO, SWEET CHILI LIME BUTTER, HERBED ZUCCHINI NOODLES. Definitely recommended.
    Chuck S.

    One of the best restaurants in the Reno area. Food: reliably good. I often get the pacific swordfish. The salads and cocktails are also very good. Ambiance: nice location on the Sparks marina. Has a mini-Tahoe feel to it when you're at the restaurant. They also have a huge second floor that is ideal for private events. Service: always great

    Salmon salad
    Noelani M.

    Came her for a birthday dinner and got the salmon salad, and when I tell you it melted in my mouth it melted! I haven't had a good salmon salad like that in a long time and that was by far my favorite. From the ingredients to the salmon being cooked perfectly everything was perfect i've been wanting to go back just to get that salad because of how good it was but haven't had the time. If you guys are looking for a good salmon salad this would be the place I definitely recommend.

    Wanton Wrapped Ahi - was in appetizer on the menu (delicious!)
    Ashlee B.

    First time visiting this restaurant was better than the second visit. My food was delicious each time but my husband's and both kids food was not good this past visit. The kids drinks were awful as well. We sent the smoothies back and got a kid mocktail and that was awful as well. The service was not great either that day! Was pretty upset at all around quality this last time but willing to try again to hopefully change my mind.

    Entrance
    Larry G.

    The ambiance is very elegant if you dine inside but the outdoor dining is our favorite on beautiful days like we are enjoying. We decided to pop in and just have drinks and appetizers. We ordered two of their signature margaritas. I do not advise ordering them blended because they came out very watered down. That was the only disappointing thing about our experience. They are meant to be to be served on the rocks. We ordered the zucchini sticks and pineapple prawns and they were both amazing. We topped it off with a hot fudge and caramel sundae. It's a great place to just relax and join the view. Our server Blythe was very attentive and genuine and added to our great experience. Great date spot with your sweetie.

    Gena M.

    The food is good and the view is amazing. Especially during sunset. The service needs work, it takes a long time to get service once seated. We had to keep waving down our server.

    Short rib tacos

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    What is the current happy hour?

    Do they take dogs on the patio?

    They let us bring our pup on the patio!

    What are the average prices for cocktails?

    Very pricey cocktails from 12 to 14 and up

    Do you have a happy hour? What time, what specials?

    Happy Hour 4:30-6:30pm, 35% off bar food and discounted Woodys, draft beers and wine. You may want to check with the place, as they may have discontinued happy hour since our last visit. They do have Wet Woody Wednesdays where their signature… Read more

    Is the attire just casual?

    Casual or feel free to dress up a little, the atmosphere caters to either. :)

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes

    Will you be open on thanksgiving?

    Is there an elevator for the disabled?

    Yes there is. On the evening we were there, there was a person in a very large wheel chair on the second floor. He seemed to be having a enjoyable time.

    Do you have a brunch menu for the weekend?

    There was a special brunch for Mother's Day but I don't think they have a regular brunch menu.

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