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    Whisky Lounge

    4.5 (124 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Grace S.

    My second time at The Whiskey Lounge. I love this place. Earlier this year we had a nice experience and vowed to return. It took longer than we planned but tonight was fantastic. Russ was behind the bar and his recommendations and knowledge of whiskey made the evening a treat. Planning a return visit soon with some additional friends. Can't keep such a great place secret.

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    Julie S.

    This place is beautiful inside! It's got a regal, cozy, mature feel to it. They have literally hundreds, if not thousands of whisky options, much more than what the extensive menu offers. It's walkable to so many living in the area around it, so I was surprised it wasn't busier. Service was friendly and the drinks were delicious. Great spot to sit and sip and watch the action on Virginia St.

    Apples to apples cocktail
    Marissa H.

    So good!! All the drinks we ordered were fantastic.... and the egg nog - wow! Glad we stopped in here. Bartender was really nice too! Photo: apples to apples cocktail

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    Glenn L.

    After being out of the area for over a year, it was nice to come back to the Whisky Lounge. My daughter was finally 21 so I had to take her for some real cocktails. We had the Apples-to-Apples (my wife's fav), some egg nog (get it if it is still available), and a Sierra Old Fashioned. The vibe here is still really awesome. You don't need to be an expert to order drinks here. Just let the guys know what you typically like and see what they recommend. I did a whisky flight here previously to learn about the different whiskys (and whiskeys) and it was a real eye opener.

    Mike R.

    Nicest whisky bar I've ever been in! Staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in navigating the massive selection of whisky to find something specific for everyone in our group! Lots of seating - clean and comfortable environment Highly recommend!

    Kelly C.

    Happened to be in Reno saint patricks day weekend and found this gem after lunch nearby. I love a good whiskey lounge. So many options and lots of craft cocktails if you don't want to sip whiskey neat at noon on a Saturday.

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    Katie L.

    First time here on a Friday night! Wasn't too busy inside and we were able to secure a comfy couch. I came for the Eggnog and that's what I got! We also bought a take home jar since it's only around a couple months out of the year. It's a family recipe of the owner and it's dangerously delicious!!

    Jeana M.

    Went in on whiskey Wednesday and had no idea all drinks were half off I originally was going to eat Nextdoor at brauhaus But I was early so I decided to come here and have a drink my first drink was of course the old fashion and I had a bartender pick up my whiskey based on price, very smooth. He was the manager of the place and moved here from California I believe being a chef to a bartender of his own bar. Although the construction on Virginia has messed with a lot of the businesses which is very unfortunate. But I did find a good spot since it was Wednesday. The old fashion that I had was very good and then I wanted to try a different beverage so I got a hot toddy and that was amazing. If I knew alcohol wasn't so bad for you I definitely would be drinking a lot more LOL! Like I said before the bartender was very nice and super friendly I definitely will be stopping by here when I'm in the area.

    Apples to apples
    Barrie F.

    This place is awesome. I love being able to explore whiskeys that I would probably never try. Josie is the best, take her recommendations & if you have time her convos are even better. :) Will definitely be back. Cool little place downtown. Try it out for sure. The apples to apples is totally worth it, no matter what you like.

    Egg Nog Cocktail
    Gabbi H.

    I had heard mixed reviews of this spot, but I'm going through a whiskey/bourbon phase so my friend and I decided to check it out! It's pretty low key, dimly lit and cozy. It's not overly fancy and not too loud either. I would describe it as chill. Russ, the owner/bartender, makes a mean drink. There was a winter Egg Nog cocktail that blew my mind. It tasted like a milkshake! I followed that up with an old fashion and then a glass of Frey Distillery's new bourbon. Everything was very tasty. They have a pool table and other games to play like Jenga and Sorry. It's a good bar for conversation with friends.

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    Get the Snob Nog:) Great tasting. Very pricey but I will splurge on one. Great selection of Whisky and very knowledgeable!!

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    Russ the bartender has an attitude and is rude. Great drinks and nice atmosphere. I would go back if Russ isn't working.

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    3 years ago

    The bald bartender is great! Very personable and usually remembers what our order is, even though we only go in maybe once a month.

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    Death & Taxes

    4.4
    (586 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    My favorite place to get a cocktail in Reno…read more They have a unique "Old Fashioned" with buffalo trace bourbon, moroccan sugar, coconut, tobacco bitters, dehydrated pineapple. It really does not taste anything like an "old fashioned" but it's very good and my usual go-to. Ambiance is cool. Has a very Edgar Alan Poe vibe mixed with an alchemist/speakeasy. They have a small patio as well. Service: top-notch mixologists/alchemists.

    I'm battling this review. I battle rating it for the drinks/ambiance versus the service. The good:…read moreabsolutely the cutest vibe and decor. Love the quality of the drinks as they absolutely put effort and time making quality drinks with quality ingredients. It's relatively small inside so I can only imagine it could get packed in there. We had several drinks and every single one was perfection! The bathroom is the cutest and they have the coolest speakeasy door that the employees use to get to the back (not for the customers). My rant..I'm not from the area so I had NO idea what this place was when I walked by. It looked cute so my husband, myself and child walked up the steps and they sat outside while I went to check it out and see if this was a bar/club/ restaurant. I walked inside and instantly got the death glare from an employee. I instantly said omg I take it this place isn't kid friendly.. he rudely said no. I wanted to clarify and confirm even outside ? He said no. I apologized and they left but the vibe and way he said it was definitely off putting. My sister and I decided to stay for a drink while my husband/child went to walk around. Usually I don't give bad costumer service a chance.. but I realllllllly wanted a drink that one of those others customers were drinking. If this place had better costumer service. It would be a 5

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    Neat Whisky Bar

    4.0
    (2 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    We came to the Terrace Lounge to hear and dance to classic jazz played by the Alpha Rhythm Kings…read moreperform in the Terrace Lounge. While there, I picked up the binder containing the Whiskies list. Oh, my fricking Stars and Stripes...the whiskies list....! Was... Extensive. There were lists of bourbons, ryes, scotches by region (Speyside,Islay, Islands, etc) They had blended whiskies, flavored whiskies, and Irish whiskies. This was one of the most comprehensive lists of any place I've been. Gotta appreciate a good library whisky bar that allows you to try new regions without springing for a whole bottle.

    Neat Whisky Bar is a concept bar within the Terrace Lounge. I'm not even sure Yelp allows that,…read morebut we'll see. Who says the only thing that matters is material. It goes something like this. Unless you look for it, it's Terrace Lounge, a corny casino cocktail lounge with some corny, terrible lounge singer. Most people there are visiting gamblers. They don't give a shit about craft cocktails or esoteric Scotches or bourbons. They order a gin and tonic or Maker's Mark and call it a night. But if you look carefully, you discover Neat Whisky Bar, and voila, it's suddenly a cool, hip whisky bar with 150 whiskies on the shelf. I guess it's pretty hipster that the bar is so obscure it has no material existence and Yelp may not even allow it to be reviewed. Wow, that's pretty hipster. I don't even think Chapel has that many whiskies although I keep imploring them to list their goddamn liquor. You know people just order whatever the hell is popular and corporate like Bushmills, Jameson, Maker's Mark. Those asshats at Chapel have Elmer T Lee and Rowan's Creek, but you'd never know unless you ask them. Anyhow, much applause to these guys for listing their whiskies and even better, at the back of the menu they provide a pretty decent short review of dozens of their whiskies. EVERY bar should do that. Educate your customers! I never knew so many Irish whiskies use bourbon barrels. Also, it's spelled whisky if it's from Canada or England and whiskey if it's from Ireland or America. It's called Scotch if it's from Scotland. No, it's not bourbon if it's from Kentucky. It's bourbon if it's made according to the rules (at least 51% corn, aged in new charred-oak barrels, made in America, bottled at 80 proof) so you can make Nevada bourbon if you wanted. The prices tend to be on the high side for Reno like $9.50 for a Maker's and $8 for Buffalo Trace. They say they pour 2 oz which I guess makes up for it, although most bartenders if they like you will pour 2 oz. The only really rare bourbon they have is the Pappy 15 year for $18, although they do have a lot of independent bourbons, surprising for a casino that prides itself on corporate bullshit beer and liquor. They have awful and small ice. I wouldn't get anything on the rocks here. They only had several cocktails listed and not many classic cocktails. I get the idea they're flirting with change but not making any commitment. Besides the people smoking at the bar and not giving a sh t that there were 150 whiskies, the only real annoyance was the goddamn singer who was virtually screaming and screeching. It was unbearable. Then she started singing Christmas songs and I had to leave. Christmas songs are terrible enough sung well, sung terribly, they're a form of torture.

    Chapel Tavern

    Chapel Tavern

    4.4
    (414 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Updated ! After 10 years it is refreshing to be able to…read morestill make memories and enjoy this place. New owners have been able to keep the bartenders and the atmosphere is the same!! Wide variety of alcohol. Step out of your comfort zone and let them make a drink for you with your favorite spirit. The wall is full of selections from around the world. They do not have a beer selection. Have your valid ID ready no matter how "young" you are. Everyone is carded. Bouncers are there at night and will make sure you get to your car in the lot if needed.

    We visited The Chapel Tavern in Midtown Reno and it was genuinely one of the best experiences ever…read more The bartender was fantastic and made the visit memorable by creating custom drinks based on our alcohol preferences which was such a fun and personal touch. We had two very different tastes (vodka and tequila) and she nailed both drinks perfectly. The bar felt clean, welcoming and comfortable even with its edgy vibe. I also loved the tarot cards they provide! I think they may have been intended as coasters (lol) but I kept mine as a souvenir and now use it as my bookmark. It's become one of my favorite little keepsakes. Location and parking: it's on a main strip right on the corner with a small parking lot but there's also accessible street parking in the neighborhood. I highly recommend it and will definitely return anytime I'm in Reno

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    1864 Tavern

    4.6
    (279 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    1864 Tavern is a great spot for delicious cocktails for intimate gatherings or larger groups. Most…read morerecently, I visited with a group of 10 for a birthday celebration. We arrived around 5:30 PM on a Saturday. The joint was nearly empty aside from a couple at the bar. Plenty of seating for our large group in the large, comfy couches. They also have cool built-in seating around the perimeter of the bar, though not nearly as comfortable as the vintage furniture. The menu is sorted by glass type. A fun and unique way to sort cocktails. They also have a selection of beer on draft and wine. The drinks can also be made into mocktails- a win for our group since we had a few non-drinkers. The 1859 mocktail was great. Perfectly sweet with a small hit of miso flavor from the miso honey. Probably even better and more balanced with the whiskey! Others in my group enjoyed working their way through the many light, dark, and sour beers on tap. 1864 offers a classic, relaxed atmosphere and a great place to get a cocktail. The prices are reasonable, too. Definitely worth the visit.

    When in Reno, I was really craving a top notch craft cocktail, and let me tell you this is the spot…read moreto go . You will get speakeasy vibes love all the vintage decor which transports you to the 1920s. Our mixologist was amazing and really knew what he was doing . Marcos was very nice and attentive he made us some fabulous drinks. Overall this place met all of our expectations. The drinks were fabulous. The service was amazing. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a great cocktail. Can't wait to go back.

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    The Jesse

    The Jesse

    4.5
    (198 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Visiting family and they brought us here for Salsa Lessons. Absolutely fun. Great space in and…read moreout. Extremely clean. Awesome cocktails and staff. Excellent selection of spirits and creativity put in. A bit slow on the service but enjoyed the wait talking with everyone. Food was brought out temperature appropriate and was flavorful. Fries a guilty pleasure for me that I don't often indulge in was well with the order. Only comment during salsa lessons we were always changing partners. I get why for the social aspect but my party wanted to stay partnered up so we could Practice wirh each other. Suggestion is during the lesson have a section that are willing to switch partners in a section that want to remain with their partner. This place is a definite try and we will be back when visiting Reno in the future.

    Laughlin as a room was laughably loud. I could hear everything on the street. Motorcycles, cop…read morecars, regular cars, even conversations. It was the loudest hotel room I've ever stayed in: Vegas. California, New York - Manhattan, Brooklyn - no comparison. And this was on a normal night. The walls were so thin that even though I wore earplugs all night I could barely sleep. The next night I understood why a sound machine was bedside. I plugged it in for white noise and it helped a little. I'm sure it's a great bar at night, i.e. the rest of the reviews. Not a great hotel. I understood why no staff is present and there's no front desk. They'd have complaints every night; there are two other street-side rooms. I let management know via email and they offered coffee and "breakfast" the next morning. They also offered 15% off a future stay but why. I booked direct and paid $80+ more a night than usual. How about a partial refund? What was very disappointing was no coffee in the morning for two days. I booked this hotel in part because there was a cafe downstairs. The cleaning woman, who was the only person on staff present, said the baristas just didn't show up. I got a croissant before I left and the fill-in barista, though very sweet, had no experience. They said this a few times without any prompting and I tipped them well and felt sorry they had to show up and try to figure out the espresso machine. Though it was no fault of theirs, this hotel really didn't live up to its aesthetic or basic services. I wouldn't have even written this review if management didn't have the audacity to text me twice during my workday asking for one. So, here you go, Caner. Please stop now. And Yelpers. don't book a street-side room at this hotel.

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    The Depot Craft Brewery Distillery

    4.0
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    My first experience here. Definitely give 5 stars. Service was excellent, attentive without being…read morerushed. Found the menu offered a nice variety and tried quite a few. The oversized Bloody Mary was a treat and drank it all! Food was delicious. Tried the appetizer Brussels sprouts, their french fries are the best and loved them! Their chicken wings in the Asian sauce. Finely a favorite. We tried the avocado board and it was the best. Large platter of avocado, fresh dressed salad, roasted veggies and cherry tomatoes, crispy potatoes and bread slices. Even tries their brûlée cheesecake, delicious. This first visit was a total success and will come back here to enjoy the vibe, the history and most of all the great food and service.

    We stopped by to get a stamp in our Nevada Craft Beverage Passport book and to enjoy a beverage and…read moresome lunch. Since it was Father's Day, they were offering a free beer or bourbon to all dads, which was a nice and unexpected treat. We ordered the Grilled Chicken Sandwich, the Brie & Roasted Garlic Flatbread, and an order of Depot Wings with the Asian Soy Ginger sauce. My son enjoyed his chicken sandwich and gave it a thumbs up. My wife shared a few wings with me, and they were excellent. They were nice and crispy with a flavorful Asian sauce. They were definitely the star of the meal. The flatbread was okay. It was slightly burnt, which dried it out a bit, but it wasn't terrible. For drinks, I went with the Boris (Barrel-Aged Russian Imperial Oatmeal Stout), which was delicious. My son tried the Prospector (German Maibock), which also received a thumbs up. Overall, it was a very good stop. I would definitely recommend it and would gladly return.

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    Royce

    Royce

    4.3
    (351 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Another successful visit to Royce Burger! I came by on a Thursday evening, after 9PM and was glad…read morethey were still serving food since most places in Reno seem to close up their kitchens before 9pm. It was a beautiful evening and we enjoyed the outside patio dining with our dog. They took our order quickly and the burgers came out pretty quick as well, within 30 min or so. Burgers were great as always, and we added the side of fries with fry sauce, a winning combination all the way around! Haven't had a bad experience yet, I love Royce burger!

    Royce easily earns 5 stars from me. I ordered the Frenchified burger and it absolutely delivered…read more Pro tip: ask to substitute fries because it comes with chips by default. The burger had plenty of caramelized onions, which I'm a huge fan of, and everything was packed with flavor. The wait for the food was about an hour, but it was well worth it in the end. Also, don't miss the extra seating tucked away behind the bar if the front looks full. I also opted for their house michelada paired with a shot for $8 (I believe), which was a great deal. Another nice touch was their frequent visitor stamp card. I'll definitely be back and plan on trying the chicken wings next time. I saw so many people ordering them, and they looked absolutely delicious. Royce has a great atmosphere, great food, and easily earned a return visit from me.

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