Randy and I can't say enough about the Wild River Grille for our wedding reception! From the beginning, during the planning stages of our event, Alex was amazing to work with. She was extremely responsive and listened to our questions and requests and her suggestions were perfect for our event. The day of our reception was delightful, thanks to the staff. Many, many of our guests personally came up to us to praise the food and the service. The menu selection was ideal for our group and the food was perfect. We were thrilled to look around the room and see everyone served and enjoying their experience. The entire staff was amazing and extremely accommodating. The venue was perfect for our sized event. We will recommend, highly, Wild River Grille to our friends and family. read more

Wild River Grille - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

It's been a few years now that I have been hosting educational dinners here, and I just have to say they have never let me down. The food choices have always been amazing, service is incredible from the moment I make the reservation to the service we receive on the day of the dinner program, including the accommodations for the private room and AV set up. Wild River Grille has never failed! Shout to Abby, Corie and Reto! - Thanks so much for all you do to contribute to the success of our educational dinners! read more

This review is for the intimate meeting room for a party I attended. Perfect venue for smaller meetins. Holds 162 people. Great place for a smaller, quieter band. Room has a dance floor and nice, well stocked bar. Servers were prompt. Food was great and presented nicely. read more

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I had a nice dinner with my family to celebrate a birthday. We ordered the sausage trio appetizer which was good but was a little light for $21. I ordered the ribeye steak which was okay, I ordered it well but it came out rare, which isn't the end of the world but not what I ordered. The portion was good but the cut seemed just okay for a premium ribeye, the potatoes were just good but didn't strike me as well seasoned, but I did love the carrots and thought they were delicious. The service was great and the server brought me a free creme brulee for the steak mixup which wasn't the end of the world. Overall, I had a good time, the prices are a touch high and add up quickly, but Wild River Grille is a staple of the Reno Riverwalk and you can't go wrong dropping by. read more

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Great waterfront patio, combined with a comfortable summer breeze and a nice atmosphere. Quality service from all staff is an ongoing hallmark and quality delivery from the kitchen on all courses. From fresh mussels in a light broth and served with prosecco as a starter, to well-prepared entrees like a filet mignon with a Parmesan risotto cake and a traditional chicken piccata, the meal flows smoothly from start to finish. It is highly recommended for premium seasonal outdoor dining. read more

I was in Reno for two nights, so I had a chance to visit one decent restaurant. I liked what the Wild River Grille had to offer. I ordered a steak and a salad, predictable, I know, sorry. My server, Enrique, was amazing, very professional and courteous. I sat outside and had a nice view of the river, it was a pleasant experience overall. The steak itself was grilled perfectly and the salad had fresh ingredients and was put together tastefully. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good dinner while in town. read more

Wild River Grille - NY Stripling with duck fat potatoes - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Brunch is one of my favorite meals and I was so excited to see that Wild River Grille started serving on weekends! They have a lovely patio so we chose to sit there. They make sure to have plenty of shade and it's so nice sitting by the river. We started with bottomless mimosas and had the Eggs Benedict and wild berry waffles for our entrees. The little potato cakes that accompanied the Benedict were delicious-I'm not really a hash brown fan but loved these! Both entrees were great and our server JJ was outstanding-service is always stellar here. Bonus was a really good band with a jazzy sound started playing at 12:00-so fun! read more

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My first time coming here and the service was friendly, with good suggestions for wine pairings. My husband and I split the salmon dish (and we were told there was a $5 charge to split the dish but extra sides would be added). I liked that they added more sides and the size of the fish was perfect after we split it. We each ordered a salad which was also a great size. The kale salad was delicious with a little heat to it, fresh strawberries, and the perfect amount of dressing. We also had room for crème brûlée. Great date night and nice to finally try the Wild River Grille! read more

Wild River Grille - Kale salad, fresh strawberries, a little heat in the dressing and delicious - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I decided to celebrate my birthday with my friends here during their happy hour. We were a little disappointed that their happy hours changed and all their best apps were gone from their happy hour menu. I made a reservation for my group and when we walked in, we asked if we could add another person. The hostess made it seemed like it was inconvenience even though there were multiple tables open. In the end they were able to change our table with no issues. Like usual, the drinks and food we ordered were delicious. Overall a good visit! Disappointed about their happy hours changed. read more

Wild River Grille - Pork belly & crab cakes - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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We have been coming here with family for birthdays and holidays for the past couple years and sadly this will probably be our last time going. We came on Mother's Day so it was busy and we gave them a break for that but the food was not worth the price. I ordered the New York medium rare and my husband ordered the ribeye steak well done, but they flipped our doneness. They were really busy so we didn't want to send back to have them re-cooked but we were pretty disappointed. For appetizers we ordered the Sausage Trio which was ok but not great, and my sister-in-law ordered the hummus plate and she said it was the most bland thing she'd ever had. I think the quality definitely has gone down in the past few years but the price has only gone up. read more

Wild River Grille - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Everything about this place was incredible, from the food to the views to the service! We were seated outside. The sound of the flowing river also greatly enhanced our dining experience. We ordered the braised short rib, bison burger and seared pork belly. The flavors on everything was bomb! The short rib was super tender. The pork belly was accompanied with honey and chopped pistachios. The bison had 2 super thick patties (one of the biggest burgers I've seen in a minute). And of course once we were done with our meals, we had to round it off with dessert. So we ordered the Bundt cake à la mode - with more crushed pistachios and caramel drizzle. Perfect way to round out a perfect dining experience. Highly recommend! read more

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If you are planning a night out at the theatre, you might want to reconsider your pre-show dining destination. While Wild River Grille clearly markets itself to the arts-going crowd, our recent experience suggests they haven't quite mastered the timing required for an stress-free evening. We arrived at 6:00 PM, giving ourselves a full two hours before an 8:00 PM show. Despite the early start, the service was consistently behind the beat: * Order Taken: 6:17 PM * Salads Served: 6:30 PM * Drinks Arrived: 6:40 PM (Ten minutes after the food had already hit the table) The most frustrating part of the evening was watching the table next to us. They arrived well after we did, yet they managed to finish their appetizers and full entrees before our main courses even appeared. Our entrees finally arrived at 7:30 PM, leaving us a frantic 30 minutes to settle the bill and get to the theatre. We ended up rushing through the meal so quickly that we couldn't actually enjoy the flavors or the atmosphere. Once we brought the significant delay to the staff's attention, they did acknowledge the lapse in service and applied a discount to our bill. While we appreciate the gesture and the attempt to make things right, a discount doesn't quite replace a relaxing pre-theatre meal. For a restaurant that positions itself as the go-to spot for diners heading to a show, the lack of urgency and disjointed pacing is still a major drawback. read more

Wild River Grille - Prime Rib Melt - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I've eaten here several times. Food is mediocre. To give you an idea, recently both my host and waitress highly recommended the surf and turf. I should have snapped a photo, but just looking at it I knew it was going to be a disappointment. I was told by one of my table mates that the pork chop is the route to go. So maybe next time. Banana bread pudding also looks worth a shot. Location is great. Ambiance is casual, although they have a private room for formal business, etc. Service is good. read more

Came here Friday evening for an early Mother's Day with my husband and little and it was super yummy! We ordered the pork belly as an appetizer and that was divine! I ordered the lamb chops which was very good a little to much pepper but it was still very good! The service was good and the view outside is pretty we will definitely be back in the future read more

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Visited this place as work dinner with my team and overall it was a good experience! The food was good and tasty and overall had a good flavor. The appetizers were good as well and really tasty. The ambiance was great being downtown and right on the river which made it a great experience. The customer service was great and the young lady helping us was amazing. Would definitely come back to eat here. Certainly a place to come enjoy a nice dinner. read more

Wild River Grille - Ribeye - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Service was "on it", very much so. Food was very good (outside of the burger sliders-according to my granddaughter). The edge salad was amazing and the duck fries, and all of the cocktails consumed by our large group were applauded by the satisfied warm faced tipsy crowd. Great environment with views of the Truckee River. read more

I always enjoy coming to Wild River Grille whether that's a random lunch when no one is around or when the place is jam packed before a show at the Pioneer Center. It's so nice that it's right by the river and is both a great place to be with friends or for a more intimate dinner date. My favorite starter has to be the glazed Brussels sprouts, they're flavorful, not mushy, and the blue cheese and bacon go so well together with the sauce. I also always go for the Wild River Salad; light refreshing. Beyond that, their menu is always changing so it's fun to try something new every time. Similarly, the seasonal cocktail menu is always changing so it's fun to try new drinks as well! Of the house cocktails the margarita is solid and the classic razz is pretty good. They also do have a couple of non-alcoholic options. Overall, always a great spot! read more

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I happened upon this place while out walking and I'm so glad I decided to stop for a meal. I sat at the bar alone and was amazed at how busy the restaurant was, but all of the employees worked together like a well oiled machine! The bartender William was everywhere, all at once! I know this sounds corny, but it was as if he was floating here and there. Very interesting to watch. Anyway, I had the soup and salad combo- French onion soup was very good, but the wild river salad was incredible! I thought the prices were reasonable for the amount of food I was given. Solo dining at its finest. read more

We made reservations at Wild River Grille to celebrate our 48th wedding anniversary on April 8 2026. What a wonderful, wonderful experience! Annalee was SO gracious, friendly and accommodating. I don't order Filet Mignon often, but this Entrée was literally "done to perfection". It was delicious and tender, served with cowboy butter, asparagus, on an amazing parmesan risotto cake. My wife had their New York steak special with "duck fried " Fries and Delta asparagus- SO GOOD. Imagine our surprise when we ordered Bread Pudding for dessert and it arrived at our table emblazoned with a chocolate "Happy Anniversary" decoration wish on the plate! (See photo) All in all, an awesome experience at what has to be one of Reno's premier dining locations! We can't wait to visit again and perhaps dine outdoors on their charming lighted patio on a warm summer evening. read more

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This is one of those restaurants I seem to find myself always going back to. The food is consistent, and it's the perfect spot to grab dinner before seeing a show at the Pioneer Center. The Brussels sprouts are a must order every single time. They're crispy, flavorful, and just done right. The mushroom ravioli is absolutely amazing and one of my favorite dishes on the menu though it is only available during dinner(I wish this was an option during lunch time). The truffle fries are also really good and impossible not to finish. The pork belly is another standout since it is rich, well-cooked, and super satisfying. It melts in your mouth! Their salads are surprisingly good too, especially when you add chicken, which I like to do. It makes for a lighter option that's still filling. On top of all that, the cocktails are solid and well made, making it a great place to relax. Overall, it's a go to spot since it is reliable, delicious, and perfectly located for a pre-show dinner. It has something for everyone! read more

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Went here last weekend while in town for the day and wow, it was sure a treat! We loved dining on the outdoor patio overlooking the Truckee River. The staff was so friendly and attentive. We ordered the Steak Sandwich which had a house made chimichurri that was to die for, and their Sweet Kale Salad that came with spiced walnuts and a house made pomegranate vinaigrette. Everything was phenomenal! If I ever find myself back in Reno, I know where I'll be eating. read more

Wild River Grille - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Nice place to grab a drink outdoors by the river. We came on a Sunday night and not overly busy but had a good vibe. Relaxed ambiance music thanks to my girl Adele! read more

Wild River Grille - Cocktails: You Want a Peach of Me, Don't You and Tahoe Tessie - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

This is my third review of this place. Many visits in between. I have meals all over the Reno area and not one can match the quality, consistency, and atmosphere of Wild River Grille. The service is always fantastic. 10/10 my favorite restaurant in Reno. Today I had the citrus grilled salmon and it was amazing. The portion was excellent and I've not had better salmon in Reno. read more

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Easy to obtain a reservation. Was greeted and seated immediately after entry and using restroom. We were sat in back of restaurant which we had no type of view. It was too chilly at 8:30pm to sit outdoors without heaters. Ordered our meals. I ordered Trout , hubby ordered Snapper. Food arrived looking amazing and hot. Waiter seemed like he was ready to wrap up the night and didn't check on us much so when we needed condiments we could get them right away. Also my potatoes, although hot, were not fully cooked and were like hot crunchy apple texture and green beans were just warmed up from fresh so could have been "cooked" just a bit longer. Food could have also been seasoned better for flavors- All in all we were hungry and ate but don't think a return is worth it for dinner. Maybe daytime for lunch with outdoor seating to view the river. read more

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One of our absolute favorite places to go! We made reservations for a Saturday evening about a month in advanced and I'm so glad we did. They didn't have much available. That tells you how popular this place is. Ordered the mushroom ravioli and a ginger beer mocktail. They both came out fairly quickly and were delicious! I cleared my plate it was so good. The raviolis were great side and were served with 2 sides of soft bread. My mocktail was just as delicious. I had to question if it was alcoholic ginger beer lol! Can't wait to come back! When it's warmer out we love sitting on the relaxing patio. read more

Wild River Grille - Wild Mushroom Truffle RavioliMushroom - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

This meal was incredible. The service was great as well! Server had the cool tattoos (pizza), and was the perfect amount of attentive. Our waters and drinks were never empty, our food all came out perfectly spaced out from other plates. It has been 2 days and still all we can talk about is the food and what we will be getting next time. This place was recommended to us and now we see why. We are so excited to make this a regular spot and take others with us. Can't wait for summer time to sit outside. It is so hard to find food that isn't just ehh these days or "I could make this at home" but THIS was something soooo worth going out and spending money on. read more

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Kind of a hit or miss experience here. We started with the pork belly appetizer and wow... sooo good. That was easily the highlight and honestly saved the meal. We ordered the lamb chops and seafood pasta for our mains and both were pretty disappointing. Just felt a little underwhelming and didn't live up to how good the appetizer was. Not bad overall, but definitely expected more. I'd come back for the pork belly alone and maybe try something different next time. read more

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Very nice restaurant along the river. We sat on the shady patio for lunch. I had the Tuna melt and a side salad. Both very good. My husband had the blackened chicken sandwich with a side of the kale salad. He enjoyed it also. Great experience, highly recommend. read more

Another visit to Wild River, and honestly one of the best. This time we were seated in the River Room bar, was a full house tonight and no reservation made it slim pickings! So this room is quite romantic in its own right, and the bar is really no exception. No cocktails tonight as this was a pit stop in a longer night of planned fun. We started with appetizers, the Crab and Salmon cakes as well as the Ahi Poke. Crab and Salmon cakes take the prize here, but the ahi poke was still great, just nothing overly unique about it to point at. The star of the show was the Land and Sea pasta bowl. That one blew us away... with its blue cheese, balsamic glaze, shrimp, steak, sundried tomatoes, and killer sauce.... That one is great and we opted to split one, for a $3 charge. 100% worth the $3 split. Both plates came gorgeous with plenty of food to hold us over, played almost exactly the same, and even paired with their own serving of garlic bread. Wild River may be a little $$$, but the portions are great and the food is fantastic. 5/5. read more

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Hubs and I had V-Day dinner here. The location is great, right downtown on the river, though it was too cold to sit on the patio. Our server was delightful, a young blond, very cheerful and energetic. We had a quiet table for two , with white linen table cloth and a candle. I appreciated the quiet elegance. Their take on the Manhattan was delicious. The gin blossom cocktail was also good. The wine by the glass selections were narrow but good. Hubs had the canvasback by Duckhorn. I had the Cab Franc. For dinner, we split the beet chip salad. They served it on two separate plates for us and put the feta on the side as we asked. I had duck two ways which was delicious served with gnocchi and greens, very flavorful. Hubs had steak, also very flavorful and cooked perfectly. It's a nice place to go for a good dinner out read more

Wild River Grille - Steak cooked perfectly - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Loved a relaxed, riverside, musical evening at Wild River Grille. The ambiance is top notch with someone playing soft tunes and pretty lights strung up. Definitely best enjoyed al fresco! The Brussels sprouts appetizer was crunchy and went so well with the blue cheese and bacon, plenty of sprouts to share for four! My salmon entree was spot on, super well cooked. The elk medallions with the polenta cake were super tasty, but just a touch chewy. It was my first time trying elk and it was such a fun surprise to try! The mushroom ravioli dish was one of the highlights! Super decadent and delicious. Portions were quite filling and substantial, atmosphere was lovely, it's a great dinner spot for a special occasion or when friends or family are in town! read more

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Great place. Sat at the bar, all the staff were super friendly and engaging. Really enjoyed the conversation. It has a nice warm atmosphere, especially on a cold snowy evening. They have a great beer and liquor selection. The menu has a wide range of options as well. I had the wild mushroom ravioli and added a chicken breast. It was amazing. The truffle sauce was out of this word. It was so rich I couldn't finish it. Nice size serving. I'll definitely be back read more

Wild River Grille - Wild Mushroom Truffle Ravioli w/Chicken - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Went for a early dinner. Thankfully, we missed the rush because we didn't have a reservation. By the time we left around 6:30, the restaurant was entirely full, and all the seating at the bar was taken. Both dishes were tasty and service was very fine. Would definitely recommend for dinner! read more

Wild River Grille - Steak special - New American Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Excellent service! Food was a "8" Would recommend to friend and family. Great atmosphere. Prices were better that average read more

I recently had a terrible experience at the wild river and grill. Bad from the start with a list hostess greeting and seating to waiting 30 min for a server and another 30 min to receive my food which was just a salad and not a very good one either! I wont be back due to the staff and the quality of my salad. Terrible atmosphere. Terrible staff. Terrible all the way around. It all starts at the top with the management! Terrible place. read more

Showed up on a Sunday night, place was pretty packed but the service was prompt and good. Or. The place is pretty quiet with a casual but classy ambiance, you can enjoy the live music in the patio. I ordered the chopped Thai salad as an appetizer, it was refreshing and sweet as it comes with mandarins; my entree was the double pork chop, ignore the name, it is only one but of pretty good size. I thought the pork chop was a bit tasteless, but the mashed potato that came with it made up in flavor. I do recommend the place, it is a bit pricey but worth it. read more

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I had a great experience here for dinner while on a trip. First, I started with a Sazerac Manhattan while we waited for the rest of our group to arrive. We shared the crab cakes, which were slightly crunchy and very flavorful, as well as the pork belly that was really delicious and not greasy. I ordered the elk (perfectly medium rare) with a red wine (the server recommended Caymus, which was perfect). The butter cake for dessert was one of the best I've had, moist and slightly caramelized. Service was great and we had a nice time. read more

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During one of the busiest tourist days, the service and food at Wild River Grille was phenomenal... as, quite honestly, it always is. I've eaten here many times over the years (just, admittedly, not been super great at always posting about it)... every part of imbibing is fantastic. A big thank you to the kitchen for kicking out a perfect beet chip salad! And a very sincere thank you to Promise - who was also kicking ass handling everyone's needs with intent, grace, and kindness! Kinda rockstar in all areas... not easy on a slammin' day. Job well done, all! read more

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My bestie and her mom came to visit and I've been wanting to visit this place for a while. So when they picked it I got excited. Great staff and atmosphere. Everyone was so welcoming and gave great suggestions. The food was so good! The prices were quite high, but the taste of the food was amazing! I wish the Brussel sprouts were bottomless! They were amazing! By far the best I've ever had. We all shared a bit of each others food to have a taste of it all. And not one thing tasted bad. We even ended the meal with bread pudding and WOW!! Highly recommend this place to anyone. Would be a cute date night idea too. We went on a Saturday and it wasn't too packed but reservations are recommended. read more

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Amazing food, great service and fun ambiance! We ate in their outdoor patio and brought our dog. They had a live band playing and the sound was at a minimal, which was so refreshing! You can hear the music, but could also have a conversation at your table without having to yell or feel overwhelmed by the speakers. The food... I can't rave enough! The mushroom ravioli was to die for, the garlic pita that came with the lamb was amazing, and my mom and dad finished their entire salad and steak! You could say they really enjoyed it too. It is definitely on the pricier side, but we'll worth it. read more

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