I've now had 3 of the burgers and the power rankings goes: 1. Royce 2. Frenchified 3. BBQ 5 stars read more

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A quality burger, there's a reason it keeps coming up for locals as the best burger in Reno. Be mindful, this isn't fast food. Before you go in, there is signs that says expect a 20 minute wait or more for a burger. If that is an issue for you, this isn't the spot for you. I've gone here a few times. The most recent time with my parents and aunt. I was a bit skeptical taking them to a dive bar for a burger since I wasn't sure how they would react to it. I didn't know until after the meal that they had a whole back section that would have been a lot better of an experience for them. They have a lot of tables and room back there whereas the front is either a bar, one table, or more a a lounge set up. There is also a outdoor area, but it had been a bit windy and sprinkling throughout the day so that isn't an option. I've done the Frenchified burger and the chile burger. Both times i opted for the fries over the chips and feel like I need to try the chips. Burger comes with two patties, a great bun, than the rest is up to you on which you choose. The fries are what I would consider shoe string fries, but maybe slightly thicker. I'm usually not a fan of shoestring fries, but I polished them off easily both times. My parents and aunt are harder to please. They like ingredients that speak for themselves and don't like too much sauces. All 3 of them really enjoyed it and I'm sure they will all be back. They have been looking for a good burger in Reno and I think this was it for them. read more

I love going to Royce on a lovely Sunday afternoon when they open at noon, all other days 4pm. Sometimes I go on a Saturday and realize nope not till 4pm -10pm. Since I found Royce, it's my go to burger joint! The flavor of the meat, the toasted bun, the melted cheese running down the burger, oh my goodness, it's heavenly! I love the shoestring fries, pairs perfectly with the burger and the fry sauce is my favorite! The guys that run the bar are so nice, friendly and accommodating to your needs. They have anice patio seating or if you're lucky enough you can sit at the bar and they'll wait on you there, instead of waiting in line! I always like how they give you a 45 minute warning before you order in case you're in a rush. This is not a fast food establishment, this is a place who provides outstanding food and worth the wait! read more

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Finally! We made it to the Royce to try their famous burger and yes, it was wonderful. You order at the bar, take a number and wait. It's small inside so we sat out on the patio. It was a gorgeous day so it worked out. That's not my favorite set up for a meal, I prefer table service but I understand. It took a while to get our food, maybe 30min. It was packed, every table full and standing room only. Great beer selection. Looking forward to going back and trying the whole menu. read more

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Royce is becoming one my families favorite lunch spots. We can bring our dog and enjoy the outdoor patio and the food is delicious. My kids love the burgers and fries, it's nice they offer a kids menu as well. I'm always tempted to get some of the other burgers, but the Royce burger is so good I usually just go back to the basics. We ordered cheese curds and they were really good as well. I apreciate they offer several different dipping sauces. Highly recommend upgrading from Chips to Fries. Until our next visit Royce! read more

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We came in at 4:30 on a Saturday night before a basketball game. As we walked up to the counter, the wait time for food changed from 45 min to 1 hour. I understand restaurants can be busy but an hour is a long time to wait for a burger. Our food runner delivered our wings for our appetizer and didn't ask us if we were okay and needed anything else. At Royce, you order at the bar and don't get assigned a server at your table. Therefore, I feel that it's very important the food runners check in with you because they'll be your only point of contact throughout the night. And unfortunately, I ran into a problem. The Japanese wings were burnt and overcooked. I had to get up, find a food runner, and figure out if they could make me a new set of wings. They did and the second set turned out way better than the first. Our burgers did show up approximately 1 hour after we ordered and they were delicious. Everything just "came together" and tasted wonderful. The ambiance is a very friendly, dark, casual, and gives off a cozy neighborhood bar vibe. Overall I would come back because the burgers were very good. read more

Royce - Japanese Wings - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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I have passed by Royce plenty of times and finally got to go in and around and OMG I love it! On a busy Friday night for my friend's birthday, we hoped inside to an older building with classic decorations, waiting in line we got to figure out our food orders and I noticed all the songs playing on their speakers was punk and rock! From Turnstile to Lambrini Girls, which immediately grabbed my attention and love. I ordered drinks while my boyfriend ordered burgers and we met our friends outside. Royce does a great job at pumping out food on a busy Friday night, I enjoyed the friendliness of the bartenders and the varied seating around the area. Love love loved! I WILL be back. read more

Royce - Classic Royce Burger and Chips with a Rainier - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Everything seems to go well in this establishment. Great times, great vibes, lead to some of the best food. The beer choice is consistent. Each cocktail being shaken looks delicious. The burgers, kitchen, and service staff are always friendly and on point. The place has the best vibe with multiple TVs to watch stuff, but most off all this place inspires conversation. The bar staff and bar is always inviting if you can find a seat. If the wait is an hour or longer, have a deeper conversation, try a new brew, or find a new menu item to try. Sometimes the apps come out quick. The kitchen gets food out as fast as possible and each item is worth the wait. Keep enjoying Royce! read more

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If you want a classic and delicious burger this is the place. We went on a gorgeous sunny day and we were able to sit outside with our dogs and enjoy a lovely lunch and outdoor vibe. It was easy to order from the bar and they brought the food right out to us when it was ready. read more

Royce - Royce Burger and Chips - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Burgers-check Beers-check TVs-check All good? 100% Just beware, this place gets slammed. 30-90 minute wait for food. read more

The wings here are perfection. Options for flavors are limited but the cook is perfect every time balancing crispy texture with juicy interior. The burgers are the best in town. Be prepared for a longer wait time but it's because each is prepared with care and it's a smaller kitchen. The seating inside is cramped but fun with a close group and will give you instant big city vibes. The outside seating is plentiful and you even have options with heaters. This is a must go to spot! read more

I love Royce, They by far have one of the best burgers in town. The atmosphere is tight yet homey. The staff is always friendly and familiar and the food is always fantastic. I use to always get the Japanese chicken wings or the royce burger but on my most recent visit i got the Frenchified and it is now my go-to. Whatever you decide to go with is going to be a phenomenal choice. Royce Rulez! read more

Royce - Frenchified burger with fries - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Royce never disappoints! Easily the best burgers in Reno--juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly every time. The cocktails are just as impressive, and the fun, friendly staff make the whole experience even better. Great food, great drinks, great vibe--always a win! read more

Royce - Royce Burger and Gin Refresher - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Okay, I must update my review because this place makes one of the BEST burgers in Reno. I've actually never had a burger here that I didn't love. A huge plus is that you can order a salad in place of the chips or fries, and that salad is delicious. The employees are rad AF. The artwork on the walls is great. It's warm inside during winter and they have heaters on the patio. If you haven't been, go. If you have, go back! read more

Royce is my go-to spot for a burger in Reno! I so wish they were open for lunch during the week - as someone who works downtown, I would go more frequently if that was the case. That said, I don't go to Royce nearly enough! Their burgers are my favorite In Reno, and I recommend them to announce who will listen, with an important tip: Visit early! They tend to get very busy (especially on Fridays + Saturdays - they no longer offer takeout on these days), which will extend your wait to order and receive your food. Arriving during peak will also make it more difficult to find a spot to sit, especially when it's too cold or windy to sit outside. I've visited with different groups throughout the year and it's always a pleasure: dinner with a friend, happy hour with coworkers, a burger and a World Series game, you can't beat it! The inside is moody with sports on every tv and the outside is a real treat when the weather is nice. Finally, the food! All the burgers come with double smash patties. I've tried the bbq and frenchified burger and both are delightful. The frenchified is my go-to and has really bold flavor. I always get fries on the side with a ranch. The fries are really great - thin and seasoned really well. I recently tried the cheese curds and they are to die for! The pork belly and shishito peppers were also a hit with the group. Give Royce a try! It really is a Reno gem and hits the spot when a burger craving strikes! read more

Royce - Frenchified Burger with Fries and Ranch - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I feel like this place is overpriced and it's WAY too dark inside. The service was good so that was nice. The food was just okay. The burgers literally just tasted like in n out. I will say the pork belly bites were absolutely delicious. The fact that they up charge for you to get fries with the burger instead of chips is crazy but I do like that they have a gluten free bun option. Not sure I would come back here but it was cool to try. read more

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All of my out of town guests were craving burgers, and I found this place on yelp. It is a bar and lounge and has some booths, some bench tables for large parties, bar, seating, and some couches. It's exactly all of the things you would want in a dive bar. You have to find your own place to sit. Then you order food and drinks at the bar. Bartender gives you a number. What we ordered: Long Island iced tea Amaretto sour Crown apple whiskey Vodka seven Vodka soda 3 x Royce burger Portabella burger Barbecue burger Bbq Pork belly 2x fries All of the drinks were perfect. Best amaretto sour. Long Island iced tea was strong and good. Just as a bar, I would enjoy this place. The food made it even better. The Royce burger and fries were awesome. This will definitely be my go to lounge for a burger and fries. The fries are shoe-string potatoes with perfect taste and texture. The mushroom burger, however, was horrible. Pretty sure it was a microwaved mushroom. Also, my son ordered an extra patty on the mushroom burger, and it was like shoe leather. It may have been microwaved with the mushroom. My son was eating his burger, and I asked to taste it. He didn't realize what was wrong with it until I let him taste the Royce. He immediately took his plate to the manager. It was that horrible. Unfortunately, the had closed the kitchen. The manager apologize gave my son a free drink in compensation. Normally I would have requested to have the Burger removed from the bill, however, my son did actually eat 3/4 of the burger not realizing it was crap. Also, the pork belly was just meh... I'm pretty sure the kitchen was closing and they just rushed a couple of our items. Here are a few other things that kept this from being five star. First: We found a booth in the back, but it had Not been cleaned. There was a guy at the top of the stairs. I asked him if he worked there. He said he did. I asked him if he could help clean the table off. He said a waiter would be by shortly and just stood there and did nothing. The bar was absolutely packed, and he was just standing there. Eventually, the waiter came by, I would say more a food runner/Buser. He cleaned the table and I asked if he had a menu. He said that we had to order the food at the bar, and I said I definitely understood that but did he have a menu. He said I had to go to the bar and get my own menu. He also went to the expediting window and stood there. That's a bit strange that they're not so customer service oriented. I would say solid 3 1/2 star however bumped up to four star just because the atmosphere and the music were great. I really like the vibe here. read more

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We've been to Royce once or twice many moons ago when we would have a drink. Haven't been back since they served burgers but I see everywhere how good the burgers are. We were greeted warmly and offered menus. Once ordered we sat outside as it was a beautiful summer afternoon before the thunderstorms. The patio was decently busy. It took about 25 minutes for our food to be delivered, and only one burger was. The guy explained mine had been made on a regular bun not gluten free so they were remaking it. Mine came out about 10 minutes later and he was very apologetic, which I appreciate and I also appreciate the attention to detail even though it was missed the first go around. My burger was pretty good. The bun itself was a 10/10 which is difficult for gluten free! However they made it was very good maybe a little toasted or something. Fries were yummy and I would recommend them over the chips which looked to be basic potato chips. Hubs didn't love his burger, felt like they might not have been fresh patties but he can talk about that if he wants. Dogs on the patio which I love to see. I would recommend to check out. read more

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We had been wanting to try Royce for a while and finally made it out to try. I definitely lives up to all the hype and high reviews. The place has a nice vibe with indoor and outdoor seating. I was pumped to see the Rainer bottles on the menu! The bartenders were all cool and very helpful with it being our first time in. We ordered pork belly, buffalo wings and a bbq burger. Every thing was incredible. The pork belly had a nice sauce on it and was very tender. The wings were crispy, saucy and delicious. The star was the bbq burger with their homemade bbq sauce. I enjoyed the vinegary tang from the bbq sauce and flavorful patties. Overall Royce is a must try when in Reno! We will definitely be back. read more

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Stopped by Royce Burger while visiting Reno and decided to try the Green Chile Burger and poutine. The burger was definitely flavorful but didn't really give too much of the flavor of green chile. The poutine was rich, cheesy, and indulgent in the best way. You can tell they put care into their ingredients and flavor combinations. Definitely some of the best comfort food I've had in a while. The ambiance was what you'd expect for a local bar/burger joint which is kind of nice. The only thing that took away from the experience was the service. As someone not from the area, I didn't feel especially welcomed when ordering. It wasn't outright rude, just noticeably different. I saw staff interacting more warmly with what seemed like regulars or locals, which made our interaction feel a bit cold in comparison. It wasn't enough to ruin the meal, but it did stand out. Overall, definitely recommend if you are looking for a good burger in town. read more

Royce - Poutine - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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ROYCE! What can I say? This place is INCREDIBLE. There is just something about this place that keeps you wanting to come back! Hard to describe but......Its a dive bar turned burger restaurant with really good cocktails, (but good old dive beers too!) The burgers are the best you will find in Northern Nevada but prepare yourself to wait, because they only have a small grill and burgers cooked to perfection take time! They come with chips and you can also sub fries which are shoestring (my favorite!) and very very good. I also suggest the olives as a healthy appetizer. I love to sit at the bar but there are many little nooks and areas inside and outside on the patio to have a quiet conversation, enjoy a cocktail or cold beer, and enjoy your dinner. read more

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Great place for some wonderful burgers! We were in town for a tourney and we wanted to find something good and local. This place hit the spot! Service was fast and friendly and makes a killer fantastic marg (and we're from TX)! And the coolest vibe!! read more

A small restaurant with really good food. Every flavor packed a punch. The buffalo wings were crispy and had an amazing sauce. The bun was toasted perfect with crispy edges on the patty. The only note my bf had was that he wished the burger was more substantial. It was a hole in the wall place we stopped at when landing at the airport and is definitely a spot we'd go back to. The service was great at the bar, the bartender was chatty and friendly. read more

Royce - buffalo wings and french burger with fries - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Pro's: Super cool and chill ambience, great burger. Con's: Can be loud Go back?: Sure! More... After so many years of hearing how Royce has one of the greatest burgers in Reno, I finally went. And rumor is correct...this is a solid and tasty burger I could crave again. I loved the shoestring fries, although they were room temp, at best. Note: This bar/restaurant is self-serve. There is only 1 large table inside the restaurant. The remaining seats are at the bar and some lounge areas with coffee tables. Sharing tables is common. Plenty of outdoor seating but this was a chilly night and no heat lamps were out. read more

It was a busy night when we went so waited for over 1 hr for the burgers and another 15 min later the wings came out ! Burger wasn't bad missing a bit of that charboiled taste for me , fries are like shoestrings too crispy and salted ! The wings came our hot and crispy with a good flavor !!The server are really nice ! Worth a stop to try it out if you haven't ! read more

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The burgers were good, the fries and pork belly bites were excellent. The chips were ok. The service was relatively quick and friendly. The price was fair/normal. We may return in the future. read more

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If you're looking for a reasonably priced delicious burger in Reno - look no further. Royce has a great vibe inside and out - though seating can be limited! The menu is small but I've never had a bad dish! Though I think it's worth the upgrade from chips. The bartenders are super friendly and make you feel comfortable. They offer a lot of great drink options all at good price read more

Burgers and a bar?! Nothing better than that! You order at the bar and the place is open seating with indoor and outdoor options. Took a bit for the food to come out but there were big parties ahead of us. Food still came out HOT! Started off with portobello fries which were unique, lightly battered, and"meaty". Got the frenchified and green chile burgers. Both very good! Burgers look huge, but was actually a good portion for one. We chose fries over chips. Fries were thin, crispy, and seasoned. A little salty for my liking but I'd eat them again. Would definitely come back and try their other menu items like their wings. read more

Royce - Frenchified burger (left) and green chile burger (right) - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Royce is a great place to grab some delicious food and hang with friends. They can get super busy at times and tables inside/on the patio are limited, so I recommend arriving early. Most of the parking is on the street as well. I love the classic Royce burger, the house sauce is like a thousand island and it's delicious. Their buns are super soft and tasty. Their fries are the skinnier ones and have lots of yummy seasoning, perfect with their ranch... it's the GOOD ranch! For me though, the real stand out on the menu is the cheese curds! So addicting to snack on and share. read more

Relaxed atmosphere, good place to grab a burger and beer with a friend and relax. Service was fast with food and service was friendly. Would go again. read more

Royce - Royce Burger and Chips - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

The Royce Burger is unbeatable--great food, cool vibes, and the perfect spot for dinner with friends.

Stopped in for a bite to eat. Large outdoor space. Inside is smallish...has a local vibe. Service was attentive and friendly. Food was very good had wings and pork belly bites. Burgers looked good will be back! read more

Royce - Pork belly bites - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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30 minute wait for a single burger? The first couple times I have had stellar experiences here where both the food and service was great. I wanted to come back here to have that similar experience by myself after a long day at work. Unfortunately I was left waiting half an hour after putting in my order when as you can see, the restaurant was not even that busy. If it was busy, it would be an hour plus way easily, which I don't think any burger is good enough for that long of a wait. By the time I got the burger, they did not put grilled onions on it like I requested, and they overloaded it with their special fry sauce or 1000 island dressing that they put on their Royce signature burger. The dressing was to the point where it was dripping all over the tray and the bun was completely covered top and bottom with sauce because it was everywhere like I'm a sauce boss and this was crazy. Almost like it was a joke I would love to come back here and enjoy my experience without having to know if my order got missed because of the long wait. If they were busy, all it would take is a simple " hey it's going to take half an hour to get your order out. Is that okay?" Then let the guest decide if they want to wait that long, especially if the bar looks empty. read more

Royce - Empty restaurant - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

If you are prepared to wait, it's a great spot--full bar/cocktail program, limited (but delicious) food menu. Communication appreciated-sign near entrance warned 45-minute wait for food & it was a little over an hour for us. We had the (shoestring) fries, olives, cheese curds & burgers--all were great! We sat at the outdoor tables since inside was full & thankfully, the heaters saved the day. Would definitely go back (just not if you're too hungry--anticipate wait time). read more

Royce - Cheese curds - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Rated mostly on the burger of course, The smash burger is so far the best around, should be a 4.8 on yelp, because so many other burger places are not as deserving at 4.4 to 4.6. The sear was perfect, ratio or protein to bread good, fixings was a good ratio. Fries are great here. Far too noisy in here for a date, i'd suggest singles. read more

The burgers here are really good, I usually get the Royce burger. The wings can be a hit or miss, but if you like crispy fries, you'll definitely enjoy theirs. My most recent visit, though, wasn't the best. We were told the wait would be 1hr , but we ended up waiting over an hour and 30 minutes. What really made the experience uncomfortable was that the table next to us, who arrived after we did and was a larger party, kept complaining, and they were served before us. On top of that, our order was missing a few things. read more

Royce - Royce Burger with salad Buffalo Wings with fries - Bars Near Me - Reno, Nevada

We were having a relaxing Sunday and wanted to keep that vibe going with a good burger and a beer. We've heard of Royce burgers from some friends and wanted to try them out. We are excited to see that they were open Sundays and had a newly renovated patio that was perfect in the warm spring weather. They opened at 1 and at 10 minutes before there was a good 10 people standing in line! This place is popular! We both had the Royce burger and opted for the fries on the side, with their special sauce which is 1000 island type sauce with a bit of spice or pepper that went great with the fries. They have a great appetizer menu and their fries are thin and crispy and cooked to perfection. The burger was juicy and a good double portion patty is the standard. Fun place, great food, service took a bit but perfect timing to have a drink while you wait. read more

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I've been waiting to try this place for a while now after friends told me & after reading reviews... but I was so so disappointed. Honestly have never had a more disappointing meal. Spent almost $100 on our meal & almost everything was salty. The BBQ burger was nothing special, just had bbq sauce thrown on it which was mediocre at best. The French burger was pretty good, I love a good caramelized onion. I also loved the wasabi aioli that came with the wings but other than that, the wings were very salty (I asked for lemon to reduce the saltiness) & also didn't understand what made it "Japanese" other than the wasabi. The lemon curds had a good garlic taste but was also TOO salty. Lastly, the fries in the poutine were extra crispy and served cold + the gravy was bland. I'm so sad, I was honestly expecting for something so much better. Also had to wait almost an hour for the food... read more

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I don't know if we just went on an off night because I have heard so many good things about this place and was so excited to try it but unfortunately we were let down. The vibe is great we did sit out doors and that was 10/10 it was a beautiful night. The food though was meh. My burger which I hear so many good things about was very over cooked and burnt 3/10. I could have sent it back but I was kinda over it by then. The poutine fries were 7/10 good flavor but not enough cheese IMO. We also got the imperial wings which looked great but were kind of salty 7.5/10. Overall I would say 6.8/10 read more

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I'm definitely not a bar person, but I head to Royce when I want an excellent burger. My favorite is the Frenchified Burger. A perfectly cooked burger with Gruyère cheese, peppercorn dijonaise, and grilled onions. Simple perfection! I sit on the patio if the weather is nice. Also, IMO, their house wines are decent. Check this place out. You won't be sorry. read more