Stepping into Midtown Reno, when December nights are chilly and the day is gloomy, visitors and residents can find solace and get their taste buds going at a lot of different places.
From American fare to Mexican restaurants to healthy options, Midtown has many options to choose from. Here are five of our favorite spots and what to expect when you eat there.
Jüs at 740 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501, is one of healthier options on offer in the heart of Midtown. Whether you want an açaí bowl, a freshly squeezed smoothie, or pressed juice, this place has high-quality options for its customers. There’s also deals for regulars. For $14.95 a month, customers can grab anything like a smoothie, pressed juice, and smoothie bowls for $5.50 every day. One of our favorite items on the menu is the strawberry smoothie bowl and you can get a small size for $9.75 and a large for $11.75.
Chuy’s Mexican Kitchen at 764 S Virginia St Reno, NV 89501, is one of a kind in Midtown. With killer margaritas, this place will satisfy your thirst with ease. From chips and guacamole to nacho platters, and much more, Chuy has the fare for tasty appetizers. For main course menu items, the price ranges from $10-$20, which is always a good value with the quantity and quality you are getting. Our favorite menu item is the taco combo with rice and beans for $15.
Süp at 669 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501, is an all-time favorite for college students, and many other locals. As an all-American restaurant, Süp is pronounced “soup” because they are known for the creamy soups they make. Bread, soup, and meat are cooked in house daily. Other options on the menu consist of salads and sandwiches. An all-time favorite is the Club and the Pesto Turkey sandwiches. This place is perfect if you want to sit outside on the patio and enjoy sunnier days, or stay away from the cold and get comfy in an intimate space by sitting inside. Except to pay about $10-$20 for one person’s meal.
Taco Shop at 811 S. Center St, Reno, NV 89501 is a little place tucked into a small alley in the heart of Midtown. However, the selection here makes them stand out as one of the favorites in the area. For their tacos, you can get the traditional fillings (Asada, Chicken, Carnitas), or some of the more irregular options they have (Veggie, Crispy Fish, Cheeseburger). And if you’re not in the mood for a taco, Taco Shop has Burritos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Taquitos, and Tortas. The main food options range from about $6 -$10. For sides, they have Chips and Dips, Beans, Rice, and more dips like Guacamole and Cheese. This is one of the fastest, most affordable and tastiest of all the possibilities in Midtown.
Rounding out our top five is Two Chicks at 752 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501. This place is the best place to go if you are a breakfast lover or for brunch. Make sure you claim a reservation because this place is so popular that you might have to wait one to two hours before getting seated. Two Chicks provides their customers with not just good quality food but as well as amazing morning drinks. This is the perfect place for going with your friends to grab an early or late morning meal. Some of our favorites are the GourMelt Bene, which includes cheddar and jack cheese melted between garlic-parmesan-crusted sourdough bread, topped with two poached eggs, hollandaise, and chopped bacon.