Marcos is an awesome server, but the food is mediocre…read more Marcos is the best server at hobeys and he deserves a raise

01/14/23 We went…read morehere recently for my son's birthday. A tiny hidden gem in Sun Valley, NV. is this steakhouse. This steakhouse is tucked away in the Casino. It is a hidden asset to the Reno-Sparks area. Service was friendly and superb. The waiters were on top of their game. Needless to say, the food is above and beyond tasty. The food is delicious, tasty, and edible food art on a plate. On this occasion, at my table, we had pepper steak, fillet mignon, prime rib, fillet mignon with crab, plus we got bananas foster. My daughter and I both got the fillet and it was the bomb. Needless to say, the steak could be cut with a fork and was beyond delicious. I was informed that the crab was delicious. My son got his standby which is Prime Rib. He said it was delectable and super tasty. The pepper steak was a little spicy. But, what do you expect from a pepper steak? All the above dinners came with bread and a choice of soup or salad. The decor is spacious and modern looking. The service food will have you coming back.

I can't believe I haven't updated my review…read more Brought a friend here for dinner. There were three of us. My friend and I had the 6-oz Filet Mignon USDA. I got mine with caramelized onions, baked potato, and fresh veggies. We both got it medium rare. She got hers topped with Point Reyes Blue Cheese crumbles. Her daughter got Filet of Petrale Sole Meuniere. First came a basket of bread. But, two of us are gluten-free. The Waiter made a point to check with the kitchen on all our meals. The steak came out smelling like garlic. It looked so much better than the picture I posted. It was so tender it cut with a butter knife. The color of the steak inside was perfect medium rare. The flavor on the taste buds is what dreams are made of. Some meals we remember for a lifetime. Because every bite is just that scrumptious. I can still almost taste it by just thinking about it. For dessert, we got the classic Bananas Foster, which is made tableside. It is dinner and a show. Bananas Foster is such a decadent treat. The show begins with the melting of the butter, and the aroma will still your breath away. Then add in the brown and white sugars. Several alcohols are used. I believe they use Banana liquor as well as rum. Then a fire is lit in the pan. It sparks when the cinnamon is added. Then the bananas are cooked ever so lightly. Sometimes, too much liqueur is added, and the flavor is off. However, on this night, it was spot on. The sugars and liqueur create a caramel sauce for the bananas, and vanilla ice cream is added. The ice cream that was used tasted like a French Vanilla ice cream with little flecks of vanilla. Each bite was a walk on a cloud. My friends had never had Bananas Foster before. I think they will be back if only for the Bananas Foster. The bananas and caramel with a kiss a vanilla ice cream just send your taste buds to heaven. Each bite will have you desiring more, even if you are beyond full. Each bite is so divine. It tastes so decadent that your mind will be blown that it is bananas and vanilla ice cream. I can't remember the name of our waiter. He was such a delight and made sure we had a great time. This was a meal I will remember for a long time. Thank you to the staff at Duke's Steakhouse. If you are looking for a luxurious and decadent dinner, this is the restaurant.

I'm only giving 4 stars this trip, I've never had an issue with happy hour seating. There were…read moreplenty of spaces at the bar but the two hostess at the podium said it would be at least a 20 minute wait. We went back at 4:40pm as instructed and still plenty of room in the bar, but yet they still would not see us. It wasn't until I asked if we could just sit down and we would wait for the service even if they were behind at that point, they allowed us to sit at the bar and we were waited on right away with no issue. Adrian knows us and we are very good customers there. I think some things changed in management, Kevin the waiter who has been there since it opened is no longer there and you could feel a different vibe going on in the restaurant. The happy hour menu has changed and my husband's favorite Chardonnay is no longer included, but Adrian bought him a lovely Cabernet Sauvignon Blanc which was very tasty for $8. Adrian is a wonderful bartender and we enjoy his service! Sad to hear Jenna moved on too! Why is it all the good people leave, but then you have Quincy at the chandelier bar yelling at customers, not serving customers, telling you he won't serve her until it's convenient for him. Thank goodness Larry was working at the sports bar after happy hour! He is a great guy and works so hard for the casino and his customers!

First and foremost I have to say I came here on two different occasions back in 2021 maybe 2022 and…read moremy third time here was just a few days ago. Every single time I come here, I'm gently greeted by a kind face at the front door, I'm immediately sat down and taken care of. I've had the pleasure of meeting Edson my first time here and it makes me happy to see he is still here today, still working hard with the same energy he had those couple years ago when I met him. It's really awesome to see a General Manager running around checking on all the tables with a smile on his face. That's the type of service that's rare nowadays. Don't get me started on the food. I could talk for days about it. Just know you'll never find quality food anywhere else in Reno other than here at Churrascos. What I'm really more impressed with, is the young men running around serving the meat. They are highly knowledgeable of the meat they're serving, they know just the right temperature to pick for you, and they are highly attentive. I've never met the owner but I bet you the owner is proud of the amazing work these guys do. It is damn hard to find workers like that. I am a permanent customer from now on because of my experience with these guys, they all made me feel right at home, seen, and taken care of. Thank you to the GM Edson and his team that night for always making me feel amazing with quality service, and a huge thank you to the owner who brilliantly hired these guys. I will be back with my entire family!

Absolutely wonderful experience. Date night approved, staff was wonderful and food was phenomenal…read more Highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique dining experience.

Anthony's Chophouse continues to set the gold standard for fine dining in Reno/Sparks, and a huge…read morepart of that is thanks to GM Artak and his incredible team. Artak leads with passion, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. You feel it the moment you walk in. The service here is hands-down the best in Reno/Sparks, consistently attentive, warm, and flawless. The food is always exceptional. The Hamachi Crudo is bright, fresh, and beautifully balanced. A must-order every time. The Filet is cooked to perfection, tender and full of flavor, and the chocolate cake is the perfect indulgent finish. Every dish is executed with care and precision. One of the true standouts is Anthony's insane wine collection and top-shelf bourbon selection...easily one of the best around. Artak's curated wine and bourbon dinners are next-level experiences: thoughtfully planned, expertly paired, and unforgettable from start to finish. Special shoutout to Jonathan and the entire service crew: knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly dialed-in. They elevate the experience without ever being intrusive, and their recommendations are always spot on. Whether it's a special occasion, a wine or bourbon dinner, or just an incredible night out, Anthony's Chophouse delivers every single time. Simply put: no one does it better!

I've always wanted to try this place, and a friend wanted to take several of us out after an…read moreorganization event. I got the Caesar salad, which had a great flavor with a housemaid Caesar dressing, but the portion was enough to cover the bottom of the plate. For my entrée, I got the 21 ounce ribeye, which seemed no larger than a sizzler steak and it was $95, the baked potato was the best part of the meal. Full of butter, sour cream cheese, bacon, bits, and chives. For dessert, I got the cheesecake which was very soft and delicious, the whipped cream that went with it tasted homemade and was very sugary. The service from Tony was top-notch. My drink was never empty and he greeted us with a smile. The ambience of the restaurant is very cool with a modern hunters retreat kind of feel. 100% honesty, the price of the meal isn't matching to the quality of the food that you receive. The steak was pretty underwhelming. And I got it medium, which I know maybe a lot for some. Very chewy for at least half of the steak.

Incredible evening at the steak house. This is the fine dining experience I have been craving for…read moreyears. Our waitress Cheyanne was absolutely incredible, truly one of the best waitresses I've ever had at any restaurant. She was so nice, quick, and social which my family especially enjoyed. Jesslyn was also great, and our photographer was so kind. It was so cool to get the photos! Onto the food! Fried artichokes- really good! 8/10 Lobster bisque 9/10 I was so happy this was the soup of the day, I was wanting something with a little lobster and this was perfect! Chateaubriand- 11/10 YOU MUST GET THIS!!!! Incredible portion (it's for two people but we each had plenty of leftovers) it was sliced table side and came with wonderful side dish of choosing (I got a baked potato but loved the wild rice my daughter got) Thank you Cheyanne for helping us celebrate our college graduate! We also had her as a waitress when we came for his 21st birthday a few months ago and she was incredible then too. She truly deserves lots of praise! I will recommend this place to everyone!!!

I have reported in the past how the steakhouse has gone downhill. I would like to say it is under…read morenew management and is amazing again. Went to the steakhouse to celebrate my mother in law getting the news from her doctor that she is cancer free. Let's start with our greeting when we arrived. Gary, the new manager greeted us warmly like he knew us forever. We had never met him before. We were seated by a very friendly hostess and our server was to our table almost immediately. Here is my review. Food was amazing again, service very good but the new management made us feel welcome and like we actually wanted to come back again. We will definitely be back again and again.

$1 Coffee! There, I said it. Yup, it's true... cheapest cup o' Joe in town, and it's good!…read more Another new-to-me find that I'm happy I found. My job recently sent me through Sun Valley many times a day. I saw the building, noticed the 2-story parking garage and the large, well-lit parking lot, and always something interesting on the marquee. So, on a bright Saturday morning that allowed me a day to enjoy sleeping in, I decided I was gonna finally get up to Hobey's for breakfast. I was impressed with the layout of the casino floor; a short straight walk to the Cafe entrance. A warm, inviting acknowledgment at the podium, and I'm seated right away. Within a few minutes, a super-friendly waitress is at my table pointing out their new menu... and the Breakfast Specials. I chose the Bacon Breakfast Sandwich and a Side Order of B&G's; I plan to have leftovers. I made a wise decision. The gravy is your typical cafe-style, white and creamy, but I swear I could taste a little extra Chef Love. A secret ingredient, maybe. My coffee cup was NEVER empty, and I didn't feel rushed to finish my meal. It was a morning well spent.

NEW OWNERS STRIKE AGAIN…read more Why would someone spend millions to by an established local treasure that's been serving us perfectly for 35 years & destroy it ?? Start by walking in the doors and immediately have to maneuver through a maze/glut of slots to get anywhere. They removed the smoke cleansing machines & now it smells & looks like an opium den. The foul odor of tobacco now permeates itself right into their dining room. They've moved every booth & table for reasons known only to the thoughtless management. They removed the seniors & youngsters items from the menu, cut the choices by at least by 50% & of course raised the prices. They even removed the recently remodeled bathroom's from the restaurant. Now you have to walk all the way back to the building's entrance to find one. Let's not dare mention the destruction of employee morale and removal of their employment benefits. Perhaps they should concentrate their growth to Las Vegas where people don't know any better or don't care. They have ruined a locally owned business with their corperate greed, lack of thoughtfulness or concern for what the local community, the ones keeping them in business, actually wants.. This is Sun Valley, Nevada not Beverly Hills, California

What a great experience at the Steak House! The fixed priced menu was absolutely delicious and our…read morewaitress Debra was wonderful! Great entree selections and a very friendly environment. Thanks for a nice evening!

Debra was the most attentive, welcoming, and kind server! made our experience a 10/10 !read more

Even when things go no expected - a positive customer service experience can still make it a 10/10…read more Our server Thomas & manager Eric went above and beyond to turn our situation around. The most exceptional service.

Where to begin? Odd check-in process & there was some confusion at the front desk, although to be…read morefair it was Easter and busy and we were eventually seated as requested. I made the reservation on Opentable which asked if we wanted the brunch menu or the regular menu, except that It was a buffet and the regular menu was not available. This restaurant is too cramped for a bunch of food stations. Customers and staff walking back and forth to the deck and in some cases into each other, no room to wait in lines or to walk around looking at the food stations while looking for the little signs to tell you what was where. Then the most disappointing part: the plates were really hot but the food was not. Lukewarm eggs benedict (ick) and potatoes and breakfast meats. Some of the non-breakfast dishes were flavorful like the chicken (very flabby skin but easy to take off) and the pork, but again, not hot and the rice that came with the chicken was crunchy as though it had been sitting on a counter top and not under the chicken in a chafing dish. Our check showed two buffets, one coffee and one iced tea and each of us paid 87.59, plus tip. Never again.

We were staying at the GSR and wanted to check out Charlie's happy hour to grab some small bites…read more We made a reservation and were sat immediately. Our server Forest was great he explained the menu to us and advised what was covered in the happy hour. The food was also good, the bread basket was the best. We had the lamb lollipops 10/10, Oysters 8/10, loaded baked potato 6/10, lobster bisque 9/10, prawn cocktail 9/10. I definitely suggest giving them a try!

So we have a little unpacking to do here... First off, Charlie Palmer's is NEVER less than 4 stars…read moreon the quality and presentation of its food. Not sure who the haters are but maybe they lost money in the casino. In the many time I have eaten there, it's always been good to great, and last night was GREAT! My buddy Mike and I make this a mandatory stop when he comes into town, so thanks, buddy, because I was gleefully pleased (and stuffed) when we finally waddled out after a truly enjoyable 2 1/2 hours. The Food: The bread basket and 2 types of butter is always a great way to start and the selection is tasty. Just have to be careful not to overindulge and ruin what follows. The pacing at Charlie's is welcome as they are not trying to turn tables quickly and allow you to enjoy each offering. Mike had the Cobb salad which is always a treat. Next up came the unexpected little mini short rib pies in a delectable crust. Three bites of pure heaven! We could have eaten 12 each and called it a night. A wonderful pallet cleanser of liquid sorbet followed as a prequel to our mains. Mike had the bone in pork chop which he gave a 9/10 to and I had the 6oz duck breast special over succotash cooked to a perfect medium. YUMMMMM!!! Some of the best succotash I've had and the duck was perfect. I ordered two sides, the roasted carrots and the baby summer squash, which again, were perfectly cooked and delicious. Now borderline too full for dessert, a glance at the menu and we couldn't resist. Sorbet for Mike and the deconstructed chocolate banana cream pie for me. I couldn't help myself and devoured the whole thing! We polished off a beautiful Willamette Valley Pinot and sat back and relaxed. The Ambience: For a casino steak house i think it shines pretty well. Fairly light and modern, and classy but not over the top. The spacing of the tables is excellent, so you are not abused by other people's conversations. A wonderful place for a date, I suppose. The Service: OK, this is where the 5 star rating really takes place. Being a great server I feel has become a lost art. Probably the main reason Mike and I make this a regular stop isn't the excellent food, but the friendship we have created with Donovan! He shines at his craft on a higher level than any restaurant I have visited. He's funny, concise, informative, etc.... Pure precision and perfection from start to finish. I'm honored to be able to consider him a friend, and it brings the dining experience to the uppermost level! Thanks Buddy. Probably a good idea to ask for his section when you dine there and you will understand. As always, will look forward to my next visit to Charlie's in a month or so. Cheers, JimG

Honestly, there should be an extra star for the downtown Bighorn!…read more We are super introverts, so anytime we can sit outside is a good time! Bighorn has a great outdoor seating space with TVs, plants, picnic tables, corn hole, heaters for cold weather, kid friendly, great menu, daily specials, a bar. It's almost Heaven:) Just to let you know, this is big food! Plan on taking a little home:) or sharing family style:) Kylie was our server and she is awesome! Kudos for a great experience!

Hey there Party People…read more In Reno doing the Gambling thing as well as the SPA. Decided to branch out and try a locals favorite the Bighorn Tavern. The atmosphere is everything you would want from a local bar joint. Pool table, Dart boards nice outside patio with heaters. Appetizers were Onions Rings and Cheesy Garlic Bread. The Onion Rings were tempura style fresh made in house...no frozen bag crap here. For my husband they were a hair on the doughy side but they weren't greasy at all which a totally appreciate. The Garlic bread was tasty having a hard Toasted cheese top with the gooey cheese underneath and the flavor was spot on. I'm a dark beer drinker so I went for the MOOSE DROOL if you had to many the moose wouldn't be the only thing drooling . You can't go to a tavern and not try one of the drafts...that would just be wrong. Hubby had the Prime Rib sandwich thought it was tasty with the chimiruri sauce and provolone cheese. I had the Meatloaf melt. It was the bomb. Tons of grilled onions a total mess to eat but so worth it...just make sure to ask for extra napkins. It's a place worth driving to...hang with the locals and have a pint. Be kind to one another