This is an incredible local business owned and ran by Patrice! She alone makes your experience at…read morePaddy & Irene's one where you know you're welcome and appreciated. As local Sparks businesses become more corporate, you know that you're supporting someone who lives and works in the community that we love. She also owns and runs "The Ranchhouse" adjacent to P&I which she revitalized as a local destination for great musical guests. Both businesses have a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It's not a place where you are surrounded by random "barflies" who don't engage with others or bother you. It's friendly people, good drinks, great entertainment and even as a non-drinker, still a place to hang out with friends. It can get busy but you still won't feel "alone". Bounce between her adjacent establishments on a weekend during the shows or plant yourself in one spot and make some friends. Patrice will always make you feel like a friend she just hadn't met yet. And check out the decor! That's her too!

Paddy & Irene's an Irish Pub is a very cool local place to get a beer and sing a song at Karaoke…read morenight. The Bar Owner is Patrice Luziano.... Now this is a fantastic Irish pub. Thank you to Robert and Crickett, Owner's of R&B Production Karaoke. I had so much fun watching everyone sing. Everyone in the bar is so supportive, screaming and cheering for the singers! What a fantastic evening. If you have not tried Karaoke at Paddy & Irene's, I think you need to get out and come on down! Julie A

Sparks Lounge used to be Sidelines…read more Sidelines had a real bad reputation for fighting and many other not so swell nighttime activities. I am a professional bar fly and I wouldn't step foot in that place. It went from a grungy bar to a biker bar to an ECV bar. It is currently under new ownership and looking to change that reputation a bit. My husband and I ventured in this weekend to see if it is turning around and it does appear to be doing so, slowly but surely. The entire place seems cleaner and the lighting seemed brighter although still appropriate for a bar. The demographic of the clientele is improving and the bar staff as friendly and attentive. They had a country bad playing when we went and the sound quality was great. Not to quiet yet not overpowering. Drink prices are not bad. They have two pool tables that were in use and quiet a few tables with chairs facing the stage most of which were also in use. The bar itself is pretty long with what I would guess is about 15 seats or so. My biggest gripe about the place is and always has been that they don't have any windows. It feels like you are drinking in a closed up room which you are but it makes it really easy to loose track of time, but I guess that really boils down to personal responsibility. We did notice that the front door as a window now, which is nice. I think new ownership can continue to turn the place around and I look forward to popping in every once and awhile and checking out the changes and increasing stars!

what are the best bars in Sparks has live bands and DJs they know how to party they take care of…read moretheir patrons the drinks are cheap and strong you need to go there and have a good time one of the best places around in Sparks

Most amazing customer service bartenders exceptional they make any drink that you like really love…read morethe dark hair bartender she is just a sweetheart her personality is outstanding she makes it a lot of fun as well as George also I got to put a shout out to the DJ wow does he play what she wants karaoke is so fun I haven't had a good time like this in a long time keep up the good work and thanks for all your hospitality

Great bar. Good selection of music. Electronic Jukebox can be accessed by an app on your phone…read more Cool to choose songs while playing pool. George is a great guy. Awesome Bar. Good coin op table.

Love this place!!! The girls and the gays always come here…read moreso if you're not one of them well.... jk Super fun! Definitely have high energy to come here bathroom lines are long but it's worth it tbh, very clean, and they are really nice and maintain the lines in an organized way. the drinks are obviously amazing, my go to is the pink starburst and midori sour! always tip the bartenders!!

The place is cool but honestly won't go back because how uncomfortable the staff there made my…read morefriends and I feel. For being a "gay bar" they don't seem very gay friendly. I'd say transphobic staff. They have a guy standing outside the bathrooms monitoring entry into every bathroom didn't let my trans partner go into the men's restroom. He is male presenting literally only indication is that he doesn't have top surgery so it's weird that guy cared so much. I heard him say something about him not being born a man which is really weird and made everyone uncomfortable. If there's already someone there monitoring the entry to every bathroom and can be sure not more than two people go in at a time, I don't see why it would even matter. I don't understand that policy or why the guy was so pressed about that. I asked him why my partner can't use the bathroom and he puffed his chest and pointed to the door and literally yelled "if you don't like it you can leave, I'll kick you out". I just moved to Reno so I've been looking for a cool gay friendly bar to go to and I have been told by locals this place is not it. I see why.

Wow! I'm already a huge fan of the Reno location, so when my travels took me to Sparks, I made it a…read morepoint to stop by and check out the sister store! To say I was blown away is an understatement. It's still got the quintessential CnC charm and humor, but amped up to 10 with lifesize displays, larger murals, more merch and those vibes we all love about this place! The bar area got a massive plus up in Sparks, with a full cocktail program, craft beers, and lots of delightful NA options too. The plush blue chairs look super inviting, and I can just imagine the fun times spent here hanging into the evening. Baristas are super friendly and the menu features all the faves from Reno, and then some! Here's the rub. It's hidden in a quiet corner of the best shopping center in all of Sparks. You've got CnC, Mountain Mike's, Smashin' Good Times, Paleteria del Angel, and Shang Hai restaurant all in the same spot, and you can have one helluva day just bouncing from one to the other. I sure hope my friends will find their way here to check it out for yourselves. They have awesome events and programs too, so scope the socials for the schedule and make a plan!

Had a great time at Spider Punk concert! Came to support some friends and was pleasantly surprised…read morewith the venue! Great food options, many awesome of drink options as well! I came here to rock out and found myself enjoying a pulled pork sandwhich with a lavender soda which isn't very punk rock but the fuel definitely helped! Upon observation, I noticed old school arcade games, board games, comic books and many other things to make you enjoy your stay here. Definitely look forward to visiting on a regular business day.

Your corner bar in Sparks - pool tables and pinball along with sporting events on TVs behind the…read morebar. Pinball machines are cared for and worth checking out if you're a fan, often tournaments on Friday nights. 2 pool tables to go along with that. Only caveat is it can get pretty packed on event nights and if you're a pool player you're gonna want the table closest to the front door or your games will be pretty tight. Drinks are sanely priced and bar staff is always nice to me, even when I'm just there playing pinball.

Pretty cool bar came after work with some of the boys from work will be coming back for sureread more

Cypress is my favorite concert venue in Reno, I wish they had more shows here. I've seen all…read moredifferent types of shows, from Bluegrass to EDM, and they have all been great! I appreciate the back patio to get some fresh air, and the bartenders are always pretty quick to get drinks. I've not eaten here yet but looking forward to trying it, but for concerts it's a great spot and already looking forward to my next show!

We took the older kids to an all ages show, organized by the Holland project. Cypress is a great…read moremedium sized venue, comfortable to navigate, and efficient bartending. I like that they provide a big cooler of water for people to fill their cups. Another customer lit up a joint in front of my two 12 year olds. I wasn't too crazy about that, for their first all ages show, but it's Reno I guess. To their credit, I explained the situation and they quickly & respectfully extinguished. (Now I'm a Karen, dang...) We didn't try the food, but the drinks were reasonably priced. Great selection of beers & cider on tap. Super nice employees. Excellent sound quality. Looking forward to seeing another show in the near future!!