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Wild River Grille

4.6 (3120)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
17 S Virginia St #180, Reno, NV 89501

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Wild River Grille

4.6
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Reno

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • 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

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Wild River Grille.

4.6

4.6
(3120)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tahoe / Reno Area

    Most Booked

  • Reno

    Great for brunch

  • Reno

    Hot spot

  • Reno

    Neighborhood gem

  • Reno

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Reno

    Lively

  • Reno

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wild River Grille offers a charming riverside dining experience with "amazing" food and "outstanding" service. Guests enjoy live music and an inviting atmosphere. The menu features diverse options, including gluten-free choices, though some find it pricey. Service is generally attentive, making it a favorite for date nights and celebrations.
3,120 Reviews
  1. Stacy

    Tahoe24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter Chris was wonderful, and the food is always very good there.

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  2. Marcia

    Alabama3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service, atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. And look forward to coming again.

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  3. Stephen

    Tahoe3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good. Staff were very pleasant and cordial. Food was enjoyable and tasty. I'm a little hard of hearing so the noise level was difficult for me. The sounds bounce around the place quite a bit. Overall we enjoyed it.

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  4. Vicki

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter , Henry, was very efficient as well as personable! The food was delicious as usual! The only thing that would be nice would be a nightly special besides the theatre package. Thank you that your do not disappoint !

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  5. Selvyn Gold

    Nevada9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very nice experience and I enjoyed everything about our brunch at Wild River Grille this time around. Looking forward to possibly being there again early next year!

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  6. Marci Gold

    Tahoe7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and our server was very attentive. We’ll be back!

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  7. Richard

    Sacramento2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at the Wild River Grille. The food was delicious and well presented. The server was very friendly and attentive. His personality fit right in with our group. It was an awesome experience. Thank you

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  8. Judy

    Tahoe1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the best dinner and great service on Saturday night. We were in and out in an hour and a half so that we could enjoy the 7pm showing at the Pioneer Theatre.

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  9. Katie

    San Francisco25 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Basic, uncreative food. Tables are geared to expand so we found them too large for two people. Chairs basic and not too comfortable. Spare rib good choice but sausage appetizer was overpriced and did not have much in the way of sausages. Best to eat at if one needs as restaurant near the Performing Arts Center but for nice dining there are much better choices in Reno.

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  10. Greg

    Palm Springs9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food choices and great service (Enrique)

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • 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

FAQs

Wild River Grille is open Monday–Thursday and Sunday 11:00 am–9:00 pm, and Friday–Saturday 11:00 am–9:30 pm. Lunch and dinner start at 11 am daily, and happy hour runs Monday–Friday 4–6 pm.

Yes, Wild River Grille is well suited to a date night: the riverfront patio and the dimly lit main dining room create a romantic setting guests return to for anniversaries and special evenings.

Portions at Wild River Grille are frequently described as generous, several guests note mains and plates (like the pork chop and shareable trout) are large enough to split.

Weekdays are a great choice if you want value and variety, Wild River Grille’s popular happy hour runs Monday–Friday from 4–6 pm, and guests praise that menu.

Yes, Wild River Grille has a riverside patio right on the Truckee River, and many guests enjoy sitting outside for the view, live music, and umbrellas over the tables.

Casual Dress, comfortable, casual clothes are appropriate; diners describe it as an upscale spot where you don’t need a suit and tie.

Wild River Grille feels sophisticated but relaxed, with a lush, woodsy interior and a popular riverfront patio; reviewers praise the dim, romantic main dining room, welcoming service, and frequent live music on the patio.

Yes, families regularly dine and celebrate here: guests report Mother's Day and family brunches and the restaurant has hosted school-related receptions and family events.

For a relaxed riverside visit, go for lunch, summer afternoons on Wild River Grille’s patio are especially lovely; the restaurant also runs a weekday happy hour (Mon–Fri, 4–6 pm).

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Wild River Grille

4.6
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Reno

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 40 times today
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