Ordered mussels and the rotten smell was overwhelming. I ate one and gagged. Sent back. Waitress was very nice about it. Calamari and lasagne were fair. Shrimp scampi was bland. We really wanted to like this restaurant. Previous reviews were so good. Definitely off tonight. Hope I don't get sick. read more

We went here for Valentines this Saturday and asked if we could be seated they said if you didn't have a reservation they could not accommodate us which I understood because it's Valentines day. So I asked if we could sit at the bar they daid yes go ahead so we seated ourselves and they said you can order food there. We weren't in a huge hurry just enjoying the night. We loved the decor and then once we were ready we ordered. We got our drinks right away the bartender was nice and personable and got us our drinks very quickly. Our food came out very fast and it was delicious me and my partner enjoyed it. The prices were a bit high so he choose a pizza and I got the Tortellini Alfredo fresh parm on top very tasty. Then the owner came up and gave me a long stemmed rose which was very sweet and I chatted with him a bit. Great experience in my opinion will be back. read more

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Super cute restaurant attached to a Best Western in a location that will not attract random diners. There were only a few tables on a Sunday night and we were sat right away. It took 15 minutes for someone to come over so I ordered food and water at the same time. We ordered a bread basket, 2 apps, soup, a side dish and an entree. Yes, this is an abnormal way to order but our group just wanted to share everything that sounded good. It took 40 minutes to start getting food and when it did arrive, I had to ask for utensils. Garlic fries and mozzarella sticks shows up first, both delicious. Next up was the tomato bisque that was extremely salty and the clam dip which was good chips were really greasy. Next up fettuccini alfredo which was the best dish served. The bread basket showed up last? I wanted to refuse it as at that point it didn't make sense. All in all the food was decent but over an hour to order and get food is too much. The server was very nice and apologetic. read more

I travelled a lot. Finally back in town in January, want to have a nice dinner with my nephews and friends. Total party of 8. I made reservation after reading positive reviews online. What a disaster dinner. First of all, dinning room was pretty empty. We got to our table pretty fast. 20+ minutes later, no server to take our orders. Finally, order was taken, took over half an hour for the appetizer to deliver to our table. Not even the main courses. We keep looking for our server. He was buy in the other side of the dinning room. I have 3 hungry kids that are loosing patience. Finally the main house came. The foods are awful. The kids won't eat the food. Steak was bad. To cover up, a lot of sauce we pour over it. Terrible. I feel so bad choosing this restaurant. I don't think I will be back. read more

Gender instead for 11 minutes. Even left closer to the other side of the bar. There were exactly three people in there. Two of them at a table and one of them that the bartender was talking to. Completely ignored us. Didn't even not didn't even make eye contact even though the person he was talking to looked at us a few times. Sure he was aware that we were there. Shame on him because we went across the highway to Great Basin and it was a winner. Never go back to Gambis read more

Yummy! Yummy! Yummy! Gambi's is the biggest little hole in the wall ever! Located on Nugget Avenue behind Denny's and inside the Best Western is by far one of the best experiences I have ever had! Walking in, it's a bit dark, creepy and bizarre as everything is pirate bound; however, Gambi's is by far the cleanest, most comfortable restaurant I have ever experienced. Our Server, Bryant, was a little busy with a convention; however, he was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. He made good recommendations and was very friendly. We really appreciated his recommendations and his experience with the restaurant. Plus, his enthusiasm:) We ordered the fish and chips which were phenomenal! Fresh, lightly breaded and perfectly seasoned. I also went with the potato puffs which were similar to home-fries but light and airy. The sauce wasn't tarter or cocktail but a delicious combination which added additional flavor. We also ordered some chicken wings. I am not a fan of chicken wings but these wings were absolutely delicious! Perfectly cooked, amazing sauce and crispy. Definitely quality chicken and juicy! A bottle of beer and a generous wine pour with the food was around $40~$45; however, given the quality and experience well worth every penny. read more

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Located right next to the best western on nugget avenue. The inside of the restaurant? What a vibe! Loved the layout and the decor. We got fried calamari and tomato soup to start and they are definitely shareable appetizers. Ordered gnocchi and you get to choose your sauce. I had it with Alfredo which was tasty but very filling for my liking. If you're a cheese lover, this is down your alley! Also got the New York steak. Classic. Simple. No complaints. Did not that great of a service. Saw our server when they took our order and when they gave us our food. Didn't check in on us in between. There was a four top next to us who came in after and their server checked in on them several times. Our server seemed more attentive to whatever drama the host was enduring which is fine because we appreciate a good team morale, but still. We expected a pretty decent bill considering the amount of food and type of food we ordered, but our bill included a tab that was not closed out so i recommend double checking your bill is correct before paying. Fortunately we got that all sorted out. read more

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Walked in here with my son because we were staying next door at the Best Western. I had zero expectations of a restaurant attached to a Sparks NV motel being anything better than ordinary--but lemme tell you, this place was legit. Calamari was perfectly crispy with homemade spicy marinara, Caesar salad was delivered in a chilled bowl perfectly dressed, ribeye was flame grilled to a perfect doneness, and the lobster ravioli was perfectly creamy and melty. Our waiter Joe was great. Honestly one of the best meals we've had in a while! read more

It was good fettucine alfredo, the steak was delicious and it was great place to host

..What the heck was that? We dined here on January 18th and it was an absolute mess. The calamari was mediocre with a tiny portion for $12. I ordered a steak medium and it came out well done, chewy, and bitter from burnt bits--I had to saw through it. The mushroom sauce tasted like raw alcohol. Nowhere near worth $42. Service was even worse. The waiter (black-rim glasses, buzz cut) clearly didn't care to take care of us, likely because there was an automatic gratuity for a large party. He didn't listen, cut us off, and we constantly had to repeat ourselves. One friend tried to order a burger while pointing at the menu and was told they don't serve the lunch menu at dinner--except the exact same burger is on the dinner menu. When we pointed to that instead, suddenly it was fine. The check was the final joke. We were obviously done, the restaurant was nearly empty, and we still had to ask twice. 20 minutes passed by. I went to see where he was, and he was laughing and chatting it up with a coworker as if he had nothing to do. And when the check finally arrived... it was the wrong one. Would give zero stars if that were an option. read more

My girls wanted pasta and I had heard Gambi's was good so I took them. We started with bruschetta and it was delish. Super fresh and light. I ordered the scampi linguini and my girls shared the alfredo with chicken. Both were very good! Oh and the garlic bread 10/10z. The service was great. The only thing I didn't enjoy was how cold it was in there. They were having trivia night and that was fun. We had Tiramisu and it was delicious! read more

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SPORTS GROUPS!! If you are in Reno and are thinking of eating here.. Do. Not. This restaurant doesn't have the staff and training for any type of large party. We were here for 3 hours. Got our drinks at the first, ordered at the second, and served at the third. 70% of the food came out cold. No one got their food at the same time. Some people were eating while others waited another 30 minutes to get their food. Even when it came to paying there were lines to just help the staff find the bills. They were completely unorganized and not prepared for this type of event. Please plan smarter and only served if you are prepared. I would not come back and under no circumstances would I recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more

Service wasn't good it took 2 hours to get our food just for it to come out below mediocre and cold. Although we had a large party they still forgot about many drinks and even dishes. The space is very themed like pirate ship and the bathrooms are dark. Won't be coming again. read more

Gambi's - Avocado toast with poached egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

It's a big place with a Caribbean pirate theme that's kinda fun. The burger was delicious, very good beef. The server was very attentive. None of the food options are surprising or unusual but they are done very well. This would be a good place to have a party read more

We really enjoyed our date night at this place! It's unassuming, because it's in a Best Western, but give it a try because its really fun/tasty. Gambi's totally takes you out of the typical Reno eatery options you have elsewhere. Daniel, our server, was so welcoming and friendly with an upbeat attitude! He suggested some popular items folks order regularly and had an attentive level of service that was comfortable for newbies like us. Atmosphere: Caribbean, pirates, reggae music, seating for large parties, lots of attention to detail, big furniture with character. Menu: Italian-forward but also offers lots of familiar favorites and a Buccaneer's' menu for the kiddos too. Food: Absolutely shocked us how delicious it was! They were out the clam dip, so now we have to go back for that.. Captain's mushrooms - just the right amount of spice, served with not too much cheese, in a buttery sauce. I wanted more, but that's an appetizer doing it's job. Penne ala Vodka - out of this world with tiny bits of veggies in the sauce, shaved parm, bacon in the sauce and perfectly garlicky. It was actually even better the next day (will order this again!). Linguine Scampi - good serving of shrimp in a lemony butter garlic sauce which was really light. Mermaid Tale - It was a good mix of sweet/sour. A bit pricey, so I wouldn't order it again. But its good for the theme, had to try it! Draft beers $5 - great selection of those and bottled, and the bar was beautiful. Cannoli - didn't have the ricotta texture I love, was much creamier. Kahlua chocolate cake - sized like a small bundt and covered in a caramel like sauce and ice cream. Rich and well sized to share. Not overly sweet! All around awesome new spot to enjoy, and dangerously close to our neighborhood. Can't wait to go back and try everything! read more

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I ordered take out for my wife and I and we could not have been more disappointed with both the quality and quantity of food for the price we paid. We ordered a $5 bread basket that consisted of a tiny half a baguette that amounted to 4-5 small slices of bread. We had the stuffed mushrooms that were basically just filled with sausage, not enough cream cheese or bread crumbs to balance it out. They were out of the $39 giant scallop risotto so I settled for scrimp scampi ($24) instead. It was okay- a bit too spicy for my taste. And definitely had way too much fresh garlic which overpowered the scrimp. My wife ordered lobster ravioli which was the worst item of all. The entire entree had 2 ravioli! 2! And a couple scrimp and a some lobster pieces. And the sauce was weirdly sweet making the lobster basically inedible. Finally the crème brûlée was $8 for what was basically a silver dollar sized serving. All-in-all, Gambi's was overpriced and under-portioned with mediocre quality food at best. I'm sure there are better places in Reno to eat. This one was a tourist/hotel trap. read more

I have attempted to call Spencer around 1:30 but he was not in. The cheese tortellini made my mom sick, the pizza was not flavorful we ordered both the pepperoni and margarita, the spaghetti had meatballs that we didn't order but tasted nasty according to 3 people at our table, cesar salad had cold chicken bites and didn't have a pleasant taste either. Our waiter was less than attentive as he focused more on the large group ahead of us. I understand revews are very important being our family is in the food industry as well. We came on Jan 30 from out of town and were excited to have a true Italian experience as the rest of the reviews seemed positive. read more

It's Christmas Eve and they're here serving up delicious food! Joe is our server today and he's killin it. Really grateful to have a great server attentive to our needs, even on a holiday! I used to go to the one in Sommerset, but this new location is really amazing! Really fun decor and I love the pirate theme. Thanks Gambis read more

We went in for the first time and we loved it even though we just ate some appetizers they was great especially the Calamari a must try.

Had visited the former Gambi's in Somerset and heard they moved to Sparks and wanted to check out the new digs. We went for a late birthday lunch on a Saturday afternoon and the place was almost empty but it was the day of the Sparks Christmas parade so that could have been the reason. The restaurant is right next to the Best Western Hotel off of West McCarran and interstate 80. The restaurant has a pirate motif. There is a huge bar in the middle of the room and tables and lounges and booths all around. The place is huge. It is well decorated and very stylish. Our waitress met us immediately and gave us menus and a table. She was very helpful, informative and friendly. We had had the spaghetti previously and wanted to try and see if it was still as goodand it was. For $16 plus an upcharge for three large meatballs, we were served a large bowl of spaghetti. The sauce is delicious. The spaghetti is smothered in Parmesan cheese and herbs freshly chopped. Just amazing. I think I ate about a third of it and took the rest home. We also ordered the homemade, warm Italian bread. It is served with butter and also with oil and balsamic vinegar. A glass of Cabernet complimented our meal and we passed on dessert because we were full but found out that dessert is free on your birthday so my friend was able to get a cheesecake to go. You can choose from a vast menu of desserts. Their signature dessert is a Kahlua chocolate cake but it was still in the oven so it was not available on our visit. I really like the ambience of the former restaurant better. Maybe because it was smaller and more intimate but I can understand why they moved. This restaurant is large and modern and bright and open and can accommodate so many more people. They also have the bar in a separate room and now they serve breakfast. I honestly don't recall if they had breakfast at the former location. The prices are a bit on the higher side but the portions are large, the food is delicious and it's homemade. Give it a try. read more

Gambi's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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It was alright! Our server was awesome but the food was mediocre at best. The atmosphere and decor was cool, but it's attached to an hotel and when we first pulled up, we were skeptical read more

Bryant you know what to order when it comes to the food for both breakfast and dinner I've eaten here 2 times in one day!!! The pirate theme ambiance lets my kids have the imagination come true and wife loves the drinks (mocktails amazing ask for Bryant's suggestion)!! 2 thumbs up!!! read more

I went to Black Bear on their first night, (Mar.15th) of corned beef and cabbage, veggies and potatoes for St. Patrick's Day, and was I surprised!..... first the food was delicious, and the amount they give you is unreal...enough for two huge complete meals.., and it was all for $15.99 and that was the most food I ever saw in a plate and it was fork tender...I was surprised and thrilled...the waitress there Shauna was very sweet and fast too...I said I'd give them a good review because they deserved it, good, fast service with large portions at a fair price, who could ask for more...... read more

This place is wild in a good way. Italian joint with a pirate theme. Big open area, piano player with great vibe. Enjoyed it very much. Food was really good and fast to table. Solid spot in the best western read more

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My gf and I stumbled upon this absolute must go to place. The food is outrageously phenomenal. They make from an old family recipe the best ragu and marinara i have ever had. The meatballs are life changing. The tiramisu is incredible. And best of all, most all of the dishes and desserts are made in-house. This is the best Italian food I have ever had in a restaurant. Our server Yajaira (Yaya) was perfect, and the chef, Spencer, did an outstanding job. They both were warm and super friendly with great recommendations as to what to have. If you do not make your way to this family owned gem, you are truly missing out on one of life's great treasures. read more

Gambi's - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

I chose this restaurant for my Mother's Day dinner. Ugh, what a disappointment! We had a reservation for 5:00 p.m. We were seated right away by a not so friendly hostess. The service started good with drinks and an order of bread, but quickly went downhill. We had ordered the Calamari appetizer at the same time, but that took much longer to come out. Also, we had to keep tracking our server down just to order additional drinks and then once we finally ordered, had to wait a ridiculous amount of time to get them. The food was also underwhelming. I really don't understand all of the 5 star Yelp reviews. I followed recommendations and had the Chicken Marsala. The Chicken was lacking in flavor and was actually not very hot. My daughter had the Lobster Ravioli and thought it was good, but not great. My husband had the Shrimp Scampi, which was bland. It was literally 5 Shrimp with some Pasta. We should've ended our dinner experience at this point, but I heard the word "house-made" and decided their desserts might be worth a try, so we ordered a Crème Brûlée and a Tiramisu. We also wanted Espresso, but apparently the Espresso machine is not working. Again, we ended up waiting a ridiculous amount of time for our desserts. I'm talking over 30 minutes. If I would've known it was gonna take that long, we would've had dessert somewhere else where I could also have an Espresso. We checked out and I asked our server for a box for the remainder of my dessert. I waited a reasonable amount of time, but finally had to ask someone else for a box so we could leave. I think we are pretty understanding people when it comes to unexpected things happening, but this was a constant lack and disregard to provide good customer service. We spent over $200 this evening for a totally unsatisfactory dinner experience. No Gambi's, this is a one and done for us!! read more

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This is an amazing restaurant, the interior decorating is on point which is the first thing you'll notice, probably before the host desk if you come in from the door we did our service was very friendly and knowledgeable. Then come the drinks which were all made incredibly. And at that point, you know the dishes aren't going to let you down and they didn't. Gambis will be a regular stop when we come up the hill to Reno read more

Had the shrimp scampi linguine and it was good. Service was excellent, Bryant was very attentive. Even though he's alone, he checks on you often, his timing is perfect! I'm glad I found this place. Definitely recommend. read more

Gambi's - Shrimp scampi linguine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

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Pro-level Service! Matthew provided excellent customer service, had excellent recommendations, and full knowledge of the menu. Bryant was welcoming, provided information, took the necessary steps to find my lost credit card. I would hire Matthew and Bryant if I had a restaurant!!! Gambi's is a hidden gem both locals and visitors need to visit frequently. Great bar selection. read more

Gambi's - My Chicken Marsala was perfect. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Disappointing experience -- not worth the hype. We had a party of 7. It took 18 minutes just to get our first round of waters, even after ordering drinks. Meanwhile, the servers were openly arguing about who was supposed to bring what. Ten more minutes passed before drinks finally arrived and honestly, the only thing that went right the entire visit. Food orders were taken, but 20 minutes later, only part of our table was served. One order was completely missing. We finished eating while that person waited awkwardly for their meal to show up. Later, when we ordered dessert, the check was brought out before the dessert arrived. The bill itself had errors, and we had to have it corrected while still waiting on the dessert the entire time. Despite the menu being mostly Italian, basics like Parmesan cheese weren't even offered until we asked. The food itself was incredibly underwhelming. The Alfredo tasted like heavy cream with minimal flavor -- maybe good enough for a fast food joint's highlight item, but nowhere near the standard you'd expect from a place with this many positive reviews. Throughout the meal, getting any kind of service required chasing down the staff, who seemed irritated every time we needed something even as basic as a water refill. Bottom line: between the disorganized staff, mediocre food, and dismissive service, there's absolutely no reason for us to return, even if they offered a free meal. The place was maybe 30% full when we arrived so the staff was not even half utilized. There's simply no excuse. read more

After an appointment my wife and I were looking for a place to have lunch. Upon a quick Yelp search we found Gambi's. "In Best Western" as described by others but it honestly didn't feel like it to us. Atmosphere during lunch hours on a Friday was quiet and enjoyable even with other tables occupied. It's a Caribbean Pirate atmosphere for sure! Skulls and decor are an awesome and unique experience! Food and service were excellent! Want to do my part in preserving mystic so I implore you to check it out! read more

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Food was delicious! The alfredo with chicken and shrimp was to die for so rich and thick in flavor! Also had asparagus and mashed it was yummy. If you love garlic fries get them here! The cook came out and checked on us, or server was a wee bit less attentive then we would like. All over great place. read more

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I wanted to try the new Italian restaurant with wine pairing in town. I went here with my bestie last week and we LOVEDD IT. The restaurant was created after their wine. My favorite was the mercenary. Our server, Obed, was very delighted and full of knowledge. We asked so many questions and he was full of recommendations. We started off with a round of cocktails and a second round of wine. My favorite appetizer was the chicken Alfredo quesadillas. The Laredo's was a homemade sauce, so it wasn't too cheesy or salty. Next, we had the beet salad to share. Usually beets are a bit too vinaigrette for me, but this time it was sweet and pleasant. For dinner I had the homemade lasagna and stingy ray pizza. The head chef, Spencer, came out to talk to us and explained each dish. We had such a wonderful experience learning about the creation of the wine and the passion behind each dish. The Stingray pizza was nice and crispy topped with salami that wasn't overly salty with a splash of honey that was a perfect combination. 20/10 would teco read more

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Overall good food and great service. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. Plenty of people checked on me during my meal. I had the spaghetti and meatball and it was great! Great spot for a late night meal or just to hangout. Plenty of parking and seating read more

Hi everyone, just wanted to let you know the new restaurant today for lunch Is Gambi;s and we figured we'd get a bite to eat before we get there and we found this amazing place called Gambi's. Let me tell you everything we've eaten so far is wonderful what variety you can get the atmosphere is beautiful even Sylvester Stallone has eaten here in quite a few stars. The waiter here is really wonderful very accommodating. You're gonna love it. Definitely stop by and have lunch or dinner here or even breakfast they have it all ! Have a great day, everyone read more

Sports bar and Italian restaurant. Has a pirate theme and plenty of screens to watch the games. Full bar and a nice wine menu. Decent size portions. read more

Gambi's - Just beside the bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

We were looking to try something new and came across Gambi's on Yelp and decided to have dinner here on a Friday night. The ambience is really cool (a mix of a pirate theme and tiki bar) and the food was great. My sons had the lobster ravioli and the salmon, my wife had the marlin special and I went for a solid chicken parm. Our server (Opie) was very attentive and friendly and we also met one of the chefs (Spencer), who created our delicious dinners. We will definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Came in on my lunch break the other day. First off, the decor and ambiance are so cool! It's nice to see something different around here. We were greeted by Bryant (host-server-jack-of-all-trades) upon arrival and he really elevated the whole experience with his amazing energy and charisma. The food was very good with decent price points and I'll be back to try more of the menu. There is also a piano and I hope next time there is someone there playing! They have a karaoke room as well which isn't my jam but if you like karaoke then get to it! Outdoor seating, large stocked bar area, and big open restaurant. You gotta check it out for yourself, it was a great experience all around especially thanks to Bryant. read more

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Thanks to our friends for suggesting Gambia for a Saturday night outing! If it was not for them we would have not know about it. We got there early and enjoyed a cocktail at the bar. Tyler was amazing. Apparently she had to step up last minute but you would not be able to tell. She was a pro. Obed walked us to our table. It was the perfect location. Enough privacy but not isolated. Our friends ordered calamari. I'm not a fan of fried calamari. I think that most of the time they are flavorless and chewy. However it was not the case at Gambis. The calamari were crispy, light and full of flavor. The homemade sauce was fingerpicking. The Cesar salad and chicken Marsala did not disappoint. Obed, Spencer and Tyler provided exceptional service and made our experience the best. The decor is a little different. Definitely going back. read more

My new favorite Italian food restaurant!! Such a cool atmosphere here! I totally love the decor here, everything from the skull shaped glasses to the wall decorations! Of course the food was fantastic as well! We had the captains mushrooms for the appetizer and man were those delicious!! Highly recommend trying them! I had the linguine scampi which was very good too! Our waitress was very nice and welcoming as well so thank you to Gigi for being so kind, your service was exceptional! read more

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