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    Mo’s By The River

    4.9 (33 reviews)
    ModerateWine Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Romantic
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Nancy V.

    Definitely qualifies as a hidden gem! It is located in a lovely old residential neighborhood near McKinley Center and the small commercial area that is the home to Hub Coffee, Dorinda's and Beaujolais. Mo and Glen are the owners and welcome you to their lovely patio - there is no indoor seating except for the teeny bar. They have an extensive wine list and are knowledgable about what they serve. Explain what you like - they will make a match to your preferences. Order by the glass or buy a bottle. They also sell wine for takeout by the bottle or you can order multiple bottles or a case. It is casual and laid-back. The perfect spot to meet up with friends and have a glass or two of good wine in a beautiful location. There is street parking in the neighborhood. They are also a block away from the large lot at McKinley Center.

    Terry K.

    I don't believe it. I thought I wrote my review for Mo's By the River. Today, I learned that I didn't. In any case, Mo's is a cute wine bar located in the middle of surburban Reno close to the Truckee River Walk. I was unable to check out their wine list but what we had (a couple glass of domestic red) was actually pretty good and priced right. Just admiring their set up, I made up my mind if the opportunity presents itself, I will hold an event at Mo's the next time I'm in the Reno area Thank You Mo's for a casual fun time... And we were in walking distance to our Air BnB and the Truckee River Walk..... so it only made sense to stop in at Mo's for a thirst quencher.

    Yvette R.

    A friend had suggested this place for a weekday get together. I have come down to the area for the Yelp Dorinda event but maybe this was not there back then. This place is like a garden oasis where if you have a good book and a drink you will be all set! It's very serene and they have decorated it like a secret garden. The owners shared that they live onsite and added on the bar to it, it was actually really cool. There was a bunch of red and white wines, as well as beer. I had asked if there was anything sweeter and was suggested a Elderberry Spritzer which tasted like Summer in a can. This place was great to soak up the sun, relax, and just visit. Definitely recommend, as they let you bring outside food or delivery in which was great!

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    Layla R.

    Five stars just doesn't seem like enough for Mo's By The River. The location, the owner, the decor, the WINE?!? All fabulous! A friend of mine and I were looking for a new spot to try and Yelp pointed us to Mo's. We had a lot of catching up to do, so we arrived right when they opened and got our pick of tables. We knew we'd be splitting a bottle and Mo herself offered up the perfect Sauvignon Blanc. It was a perfect summer wine and no sulphates! You can tell just how loved this place is. So many regulars showed up and would say hello like you were a dear friend. We spent over 2 hours here just chatting with others and sipping our wine. I love everything about this spot and will be back very soon!

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    Lynn D.

    This is such a friendly, charming place to enjoy a glass of wine. The patio is comfy and full of lush plants with plenty of nice shade provided. Such a beautiful place to visit with a friend or loved one and love that the staff is so helpful but doesn't rush you. One of the prettiest locations in Reno with the river right across the street.

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    Glenn K.

    Mo'st unique wine bar in Reno!, Great wine list at Great prices and a nice beer direction as well!

    Alli W.

    A real hidden gem in Reno! Such a cozy spot to enjoy a glass of wine and some conversation. I love the concept, and the owners have cultivated a welcoming atmosphere. I stopped by with a friend on Wednesday and picked up some food at the Feed the Camel food trucks around the corner. Perfect spot for a summer sip.

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    Debbie H.

    This is what Reno is all about! Down home hospitality and great location. Mo and Glen make you feel like one of the neighbors, and these are the best neighborhoods to have! They have an eclectic wine list featuring Organic, small batch wineries that are Dry Farmed and low or no sulfites. Just bring your own food or you can order from Mountain Mikes, Gambia, and others. We will be definitely be back and hope to see all of you here!!

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    Karen W.

    Wandering the lovely Riverside neighborhood, we came upon Mo's By the River. A delightful family-owned and operated wine bar. My husband and I enjoy wines from all over the world, and were thrilled to see some of our favorite varieties at Mo's. We rarely see vinho verde from Portugal... and we were certainly able to enjoy it sitting outside on a mild, overcast Spring day. The best prices by glass in town, for wines you'll want to visit again and again! Thank you, Mo and Glen.

    Cindy P.

    Super cute, cozy, friendly wine bar. Love the atmosphere and the wines are outstanding. They also offer beer as well! Prices are amazing and Mo is so friendly and inviting. We don't have anything as intimate and homey in my Maryland town! Highly recommend and a must visit! Cheers :) Cindy

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    Jayleen C.

    Super cute and fun spot to hang and have some wine! We started the celebration of my BFF's 40th here, and it definitely started the night off right. Thanks for being so friendly and welcoming. Great selection of wines as well

    Cute and casual outdoor seating.
    Brian O.

    Great little neighborhood spot to enjoy the Reno weather, with the River Walk only steps away.

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    Great California wine selection! The service and atmosphere great.... Will be back for sure

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    Very fun place. Beautiful Ambiance and huge selection of wine. I have been several times and always enjoyed the visit.

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    It's a cute place, not really by the river, strict seating even though nothing says reserved. Decent wine options.

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    3 years ago

    Fun, casual and friendly. Great wine selection, reasonable prices and the owners are delightful.

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    Such a hidden gem! Mo knows her wine and her clientele. Beautiful and peaceful atmosphere. Oh and Mo is peaceful and beautiful too.

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    Visited Mt Rose Wine on a Friday from 5-7pm with a group of 25 ladies. This was my first time there…read morebut I have been wanted to try it out for a while. This wine bar has a variety of wine from all around the world. Some expected wines from France and California, but also some more obscure ones from places such as Austria, so there is something for every taste! You can both order a wine by the glass or buy a bottle, which they will open for you to have onsite and that you can also take home if you don't finish it. Their prices are fair for a bottle and I wish I had done that instead of ordering a glass. The service was great! We had a huge group, yet the server was super patient and provided great recommendations to everyone. She was running around the whole time to take care of us and other patrons, but always did it with a smile on her face. I never felt rushed. They have limited snack options for purchase but allow you to bring in your own snacks as well. Finally, the space. It is on the smaller size but we were able to fit our group in without issues, while still leaving some open tables for other patrons. They also provide service on a handful of outdoor tables. The only minor issue is they had live music which felt quite loud in such a small place, but when asked, they were able to lower the volume a bit which was very nice of them!

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