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    Sparks Coffee Shop

    4.6 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Breakfast carne asada
    Joshua B.

    This place is clean, fast and friendly with a menu that may leave you second guessing your decision... in a good way. This time around I went with the carne asada breakfast plate, a full and hearty mean with beans, 2 eggs, hash browns and a nice big piece of perfectly cooled carne asada. Extra props for leaving a carafe of coffee at the table as well. The only problem I've ever run into here would be that at times the wait can be 45 minutes or more, a sign of a strong local restaurant. And while that is longer than I ever wish to wait, we occasionally need to have a plan B ready during peak times.

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    Maria F.

    I visited this establishment for breakfast. This is the third time I have eaten here and find their food to be amazing. I want to comment on the chile relleno breakfast. It was not the traditional stuffed chile dipped in a fluffy egg white batter. This was a stuffed pepper, delicious but with a thin flat egg topping the chile. I was disappointed in the presentation and taste. The sauce tasted like tomato paste with chile powder. The beans had a nice smokey flavor. Service was top notch, moving amazingly fast considering how busy it was In the dining room. The atmosphere was a typical cafe style and very clean. My friend had the chorizo meal. We each had coffee at $4.50 a cup. It was about $49 for the entire meal not counting tip.

    Beautiful picture of the old Arlington Garden
    Aileen L.

    I found a new hidden gem of a coffee shop. It's been here for years but I've never been here before. As soon as we sat down in our comfy booth, we were greeted with a friendly waitress. She immediately served us coffee with a pot to refill our cups! That's impressive! I ordered the Huevos Rancherous. My friend ordered the sausage and egg platter. The portions are enormous!! My Huevos Rancherous was cooked perfectly. Just the right amount of spice, guacamole, refried beans, corn tortillas with a sprinkle of cueso fresco. Delicious! My friend loved her meal too! Looking forward to returning and trying different dishes on the menu!

    Carne asada breakfast and Steak Benedict
    Roy M.

    Sparks Coffee Shop is easily one of the top breakfast spots in town. It's a Mexican-American breakfast place with really solid quality food and very fulfilling portions. My wife ordered the steak Benedict with asparagus -- the combination worked really well. I'd give it a solid 8/10. The steak was cooked nicely and paired great with the hollandaise and asparagus. I went with the carne asada breakfast, and it did not disappoint. The portion of meat was generous, the asada was cooked perfectly, and the flavor was on point. The service was good too, friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. My only small complaint is that the booth seating feels a little tight, I wish the chairs were a bit bigger for comfort. Other than that, everything was great. We'd definitely love to come back again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a satisfying breakfast in town!

    Jessica P.

    The blueberry pancakes are hands down the best -- crispy, slightly crunchy on the outside with a fluffy, cake-like center. Absolute perfection. The bacon is always cooked just right too. There's plenty of seating, but it's packed from open to close, so be ready for a wait. Totally worth it though!

    Special Home Fries
    Bryce L.

    Hands-down the best breakfast spot in Reno/Sparks! French toast and biscuits and gravy are always good, service is great too.

    Nicole H.

    This is the best breakfast in the Reno area - my absolute favorite. The food is outstanding, the pancakes are the best I've ever had, do yourself a favor and get pancakes for the table. The seafood Benedict is also exceptional, the crunch berry French toast is very sweet but so so good. The service is quick and efficient and the coffee mugs are huge and they make sure you never run out. There is plenty of parking, but can get very busy on the weekends so expect to wait a bit if you go during peak times, but it's always worth the wait.

    Chorizo and eggs Benedict
    Joshua D.

    Was visiting family for the holiday and heard great reviews for Sparks Coffee Shop. Located off Oddie Blvd, Sparks Coffee Shop stands out as one of the best places for breakfast in the Reno/Sparks area. Sparks Coffee Shop being a Latino flavor to several dishes you don't traditionally see in coffee shops and with a very big following no wonder you will wait for seating on any given day. Took us about 15 minutes wait to be seated. Our server was quick with the coffee and waters, while we reviewed the menu. Each table has plenty of space to stretch out and prepare for a delicious breakfast. Menu has lots of the go to breakfast options, but if you're looking for something different highly recommend chilaquiles, chorizo and eggs or a carne asada scramble. I've crushed many chicken fried steaks for breakfast but the chorizo and eggs Benedict totally exceeded expectations. Big portion and sauce had a delicious kick to complete the dish. Carne asada chilaquiles were another bomb dish. Carne asada was tender and chilaquiles sauce was made from scratch. Again hearty portions and could easily feed two. Service was excellent and prices were reasonable. You've got to try Sparks Coffee Shop, they're the hot spot for breakfast!

    J R.

    As usual a bit of a wait, but oh so worth the wait. Big plates, quality ingredients, and prices consistent with the new normal. Breakfast or lunch, there is lots to choose from and you cannot go wrong. The atmosphere and decor is fresh and new. The service is very good with engaging managers or owners on the floor.

    Crunch Berry French Toast Combo
    Jen R.

    Another delicious breakfast at Sparks Coffee Shop. Great food and excellent service, as always!

    Lesly M.

    For a weekday, there were a lot of people and it was a very busy day. We took a little while to be seated, but the wait time was reasonable. They have so many delicious options. The plates were huge, so if you're someone who doesn't eat much, you'll probably have an extra meal to take home. The chilaquiles had a good flavor and were crunchy, and the spiciness of the sauce was perfect. The service was good; the waitress took great care of us and was very kind. There was a lot of noise, but the atmosphere was pleasant

    Steak salad
    Melina M.

    So I don't know if you've ever craved a salad a good salad with lots of things on it? Well I crave it all the time. I've never been able to find one until now. Stumbled upon it on accident went to breakfast with a friend who happens to take us to every delicious place in Reno when he picks the restaurant, but I will tell you The steak salad here is the most delicious salad ever. it's so simple but yet everything has delicious flavor! You have to try it! The service was amazing! the ambience it's super busy there all the time so you know it's good

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    Kevin L.

    Walked in at around 9:40, the restaurant is packed and full, lines are forming outside, I let the host know, how many party and he said 20 - 30 minutes wait approximately. As we are waiting and then seated, we are promptly greeted and took our beverages order. The drinks came out in about 5 minutes. We ordered omelet. My omelet of choice is Denver.. it's good, the omelet is thick, came out steaming hot. I enjoyed it. Looking forward to trying something else on the menu.

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    Ask the Community - Sparks Coffee Shop

    Is sparks cafe closed permanently, been trying to go there and it's been closed?

    No it is not. It relocated to behind the apartments. It's next to like a clinic of some sort. I was just there maybe like 2 months ago.

    Do they make homemade grits?

    No grits

    Is there outdoor seating at the new spot?

    Yes

    Did the sparks coffee shop move?

    Yes, to 2250 oddie blvd. Basically across what was the parking lot,next to dotties. Same great food.

    Do they sell everything bagels?

    They do not. They are a sit down restaurant rather than a grab and go coffee place.

    How much is the Veterans Discount? Thank you.

    they said no discount but still good food

    Does Sparks Coffee Shop have a Veterans Discount? Thank you.

    Yes, they do😁

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