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Wild River Grille, Reno, NV
Wild River Grille, Reno, NV
Wild River Grille, Reno, NV
Wild River Grille, Reno, NV
Wild River Grille, Reno, NV

Wild River Grille

4.5
4.5
2517 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Perfectly positioned in the very heart of Reno on the Truckee River, Wild River Grille provides warm, attentive service in a sophisticated but relaxed setting. Inspired by the region’s natural beauty our lush, woodsy interior provides an amazing setting. Or, you can enjoy the fresh air while sitting on Reno's best patio right in the heart of Downtown.

Our skilled culinary team presents seasonal and locally sourced menus featuring Nouveau American cuisine complemented by innovative comfort foods.

WRG offers a varied selection of wines from around the globe, refreshing locally brewed beers, and handcrafted cocktails made from fresh squeezed juices and house liquor infusions.

Wild River Grille offers a group-friendly, spacious interior, full bar,and décor that pays tribute to the city’s heyday.

Lunch and Dinner are served seven days a week starting at 11 am with an amazing Happy Hour served Mon-Fri from 4-6pm

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (775) 284-7455
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Set against the picturesque Truckee River, Wild River Grille has several venues available for private dining or group functions ranging from 10-150 people, with an expansive riverside patio adjoining them. Experienced, on-site chefs that specialize in nouveau American cuisine and comfort foods provide customizable banquet or private dining menus for groups. Please contact Wild River Grille for pricing information on the below options:* The River Room: Can accommodate up to 80 people in 1,800 square feet of space. Open, spacious interior with a full kitchen and a round bar within.* Wild River Grille: A more intimate gathering place, accommodates up to 50 people in 1,500 square feet of interior space with full bar. * City Room: Ideal for private dining or meetings, able to accommodate up to 20 people in 550 square feet of interior space.
  • Private party contact
    Valerie Moore: (775) 284-7455
  • Neighborhood
    Reno
  • Cross street
    Virginia St. & Court St.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of convenient parking is available directly in front of the restaurant on the street, or just a short walk away. Free public lots are also available a short distance from Wild River Grille.
  • Public transit
    The RTC Ride public bus system stops just a few steps from Wild River Grille, and the free RTC Sierra Spirit also has nearby routes convenient to the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    The Wild River Grille features the outdoor "Summer Dinner Concert Series", showcasing dozens of local musicians nightly! Happy hour runs M-F from 4-6p. Dine alfresco with your pooch nightly for "Dinner with Your Dog" supporting local shelters. Several entertainment options are available for private functions, with on-site banquet and planning services.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,517 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Hot spot

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Contemporary American

  • Reno

    Hot spot

  • Reno

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Reno

    Lively

  • Reno

    Most Booked

2,517 Reviews
  1. DianeB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Visited prior to a performance at the Pioneer. Wait staff was very friendly and proficient (Justin I believe). He asked if we were there for the performance and knew we needed to get in an get out. We sat outside and had it not been for the wind it would have been great (no fault of the restaurant)! Overall a positive experience!

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  2. JenniferH

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    We had. 45 min delay between salad and main dish. We had to leave the meal before last course if a set meal as a result.

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  3. David

    Tahoe

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    We love the Wild River Grill and about half the time we attend a performance at the Pioneer Center, we have dinner here before the show. I don’t know what was going on, or what kind of issues plagued them this night. But dinner was slow. And by slow, the word glacial comes to mind. We sat down at a few minutes before 6pm for a 7:30pm show. We got our entrees at 7:10 pm. We ordered off the show special menu (Tina). The app and “1st” course came out together, then nothing for 45 minutes. The waiter and manager apologized and comped another glass of wine for my wife and they ended up not charging us for the coffee we guzzled down before sprinting to the theatre. The ushers were starting to close the doors as we arrived. I really don’t know what the issue was, if it was the show menu, don’t offer one if you aren’t capable of delivering. There’s other options on the menu that are good. If it was other issues. I hope you can fix them. We might skip Wild River for the next show, but they’re never going to be crossed off our list. To summarize, make sure you give yourself plenty of time if it’s show night at the Pioneer Center.

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  4. dinner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our waiter was very nice and helpful, The only complaint was the couple who had the steak-- it was tough. Otherwise the food was great...

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  5. Livismom

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The food was great. We were hoping to sit outside, but it was too windy. The noise inside was loud, with a full house and two large parties. It took awhile to be greeted at our table, otherwise it was a great meal.

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  6. Scott

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    We have dined at the Wild River Grille a few times a year over the past 10 years and have always enjoyed the food. This time the preparation, flavor and quality did not seem quite up to what we have received in the past. The double cut pork chop had a strange barbecue flavor that was unpleasant and the ahi poke was more fried won tons than poke. It was still very good, but just not quite up to the quality and level of past dining experiences at the Wild River Grille.

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  7. Mary

    Yosemite

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second experience at Wild River Grille. The food was great and the servers very friendly. We ate on the patio outside because it was dog friendly. They also have a very nice selection of Bourbons and other liquor to choose from. The roasted Brussel sprout appetizer is outstanding.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    I believe the experience dining inside is totally different to outside. Lighting, smells and noise level are annoying. The appetizer quality was very good. Main was hot and miss for our orders.

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  9. CaseyR

    Sacramento

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ate here last year and returned. Wonderful food choices and imaginative selections. We'll return.

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  10. JohnF

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, very nice setting especially on the patio with the music and sounds of the river going by!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We had an excellent waitress. Table was outside in a very small area. The umbrella was removed near our table but the stand was let in the isle way Several people tripped on it and our waitress ran into it several times. My husband finally removed from the area. Food was outstanding and looking forward to returning.

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  12. MS27

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The grilled shrimp tacos and the French onion soup were both great.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Always an amazing experience. The atmosphere is incredible and welcoming and it’s beyond beautiful by the river at night. Everything on the menu is amazing. My favorite is the French Onion Soup and the elk medallions. Perfection!

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  14. LisaS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience2
    The food and service were excellent. We have never had a problem with the food or service. We sat on the patio and we were not aware that there was some man band singing outside. We were seated right in front of him and he was extremely loud. We sat next to each other and still could not hear each other talk. We appreciate the entertainment however turn the volume down. All the patrons had to yell at each other and the waiter had to yell at us so we could hear him.

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  15. RobH

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place, good views of the river and the world going by. Food has always been fantastic. Service was great as ever.

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  16. TeriG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was outstanding. The food was super yummy and cooked to perfection. We were celebrating an anniversary and the staff went above and beyond with a beautiful plated dessert to end the evening.

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  17. ReneeF

    Tahoe

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect Weather for Outdoor Dining...the Mahi Mahi, Risotto, and Pork Tenderloin were all terrific. Great Service.

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  18. Sandy

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food as usual. The newer menu (it's been a while since we last dined there) still had a good selection.

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  19. Sandy

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat outside on a beautiful evening. Corey, our server, was the absolute best!! Our meals were outstanding. And, to top it off, there was excellent live music. It was a wonder experience.

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  20. BEEQUEBEE29

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Birthday dinner with my sister and family, a gem in Reno. Fresh ingredients, and flavorful combinations, Nice staff and place is welcoming. I recommend this restaurant any time. Will surely go back here!

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  21. ALANW

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    Steak was cooked to order (medium) but was tough and with a lot of gristle. Carrots were undercooked and not even "al dente" The plating was not ideal with steak just placed on top of the mashed potatoes. A very limited choice and preparation of common and favorite vegetables was available.

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  22. DKindlr

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience2
    Not as we thought. We chose this place for our anniversary based on the reviews. We were extremely disappointed. Our waiter was not that great, and he would forget to bring things we ordered. We ordered a bottle of wine, and about 20 mins in, we asked him and he forgot. The pasta and shrimp dish was not good. My husband did enjoy the steak, but not for that price. It was an average restaurant and I wouldn’t visit again. Our waiter also never acknowledged that we were celebrating anything, nor did he ask if we were. Too expensive for that type of experience.

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  23. Janief

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    I ordered the short ribs and the meat was excellent. Tender, no bones, great flavor. However the while the carrots and rice were seasoned well, they were undercooked.

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  24. Burner2returner

    San Francisco

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great meal and super service. I had Elk Medallions and a beet chip salad. Both prepared to perfection. My partner had the pork belly and mushroom ravioli. He felt similarly.

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  25. KelliA

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Great server food was pretty good but the service was better than the food

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  26. TylerQ

    Portland

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had a great experience. Our server, Abbie, was wonderful. Food was good (I wouldn’t say the best I’ve had) drink were delish and priced well and dessert was wonderful. I always enjoy a nice patio table. Reservation time was extremely prompt.

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  27. SamuelM

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service and we really enjoyed the outside seating. We weren’t thrilled with the steaks we ordered. We ordered both a filet and a ribeye medium rare, but each were served undeniably medium. The steaks were good enough to not bring it to the attention of staff, but next time we’ll emphasize medium rare. The sides were good and our daughter really enjoyed the mushroom ravioli. All in all, a good experience.

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  28. Damian

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my girlfriend here for a romantic date. She has been having a hard time lately and I wanted to do something nice for her. I never knew that not only would this place feel magical to be there with her, but also how much it would mean to her.

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  29. Robb

    Tahoe

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another awesome experience of the wild River Grille. We sat out on the patio on a pleasant Saturday evening. The restaurant was busy but the service was excellent and the food was delicious. Plus, they had live music. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and vey nice. We will definitely go back!

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  30. KennethL

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server (Ryan) was fabulous !!! The drinks were especially creative and tasty.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    Great spot! Food and drinks were good. Celebrating a birthday and had a fun time. Lots of options for a large group or picky eaters. Service was a little slow.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the live music and warm summer nights. Great spot for dinner

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  33. GavinB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was tasty and portions were good. Wish the bread was warmed up but that’s very minor. Very nice service as they took care of the desert on the house since it was our anniversary.

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  34. ColleenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful lunch, great cocktail menu —- just a great time!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. Quick friendly service and terrific food

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  36. Patsy

    Palm Springs

    32 reviews

    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Lovely setting by the Truckee. Some things to keep in mind...menu has changed...no fish tacos; no calamari; no steamed claims. Prices? Appear to have increased significantly. Quality of food...okay. Dinner for two (w/split salad/entree) with tip = $112.

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  37. ThomasF

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The elk medallions and the filet were both exceptional. Our server Jade was super pleasant and appropriately attentive. The risotto cakes and asparagus were a perfect side.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wild River Grill was delicious! I had the mahi mahi and my husband had the steak. We had the crème brûlée for dessert. Everything was amazing!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Nice place with an outdoor band. Good food and a great evening. Worth trying..

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  40. Renogolfer

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The cocktails were superior and our waiter could not have been more attentive. A real superior experience.

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FAQs

Wild River Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (775) 284-7455.

Wild River Grille is rated 4.5 stars by 2517 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wild River Grille

17 S Virginia St #180, Reno, NV 89501

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Virginia St. & Court St.
  • Neighborhood
    Reno
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of convenient parking is available directly in front of the restaurant on the street, or just a short walk away. Free public lots are also available a short distance from Wild River Grille.
  • Public transit
    The RTC Ride public bus system stops just a few steps from Wild River Grille, and the free RTC Sierra Spirit also has nearby routes convenient to the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    The Wild River Grille features the outdoor "Summer Dinner Concert Series", showcasing dozens of local musicians nightly! Happy hour runs M-F from 4-6p. Dine alfresco with your pooch nightly for "Dinner with Your Dog" supporting local shelters. Several entertainment options are available for private functions, with on-site banquet and planning services.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (775) 284-7455
  • Private party facilities
    Set against the picturesque Truckee River, Wild River Grille has several venues available for private dining or group functions ranging from 10-150 people, with an expansive riverside patio adjoining them. Experienced, on-site chefs that specialize in nouveau American cuisine and comfort foods provide customizable banquet or private dining menus for groups. Please contact Wild River Grille for pricing information on the below options:* The River Room: Can accommodate up to 80 people in 1,800 square feet of space. Open, spacious interior with a full kitchen and a round bar within.* Wild River Grille: A more intimate gathering place, accommodates up to 50 people in 1,500 square feet of interior space with full bar. * City Room: Ideal for private dining or meetings, able to accommodate up to 20 people in 550 square feet of interior space.
  • Private party contact
    Valerie Moore: (775) 284-7455
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