Top Rated Nightlife in Reno

When you want to have a good time—Shooters Saloon is the place to be. This bar/nightclub is very famous for having the fastest service and a very friendly staff. Come to Shooters Saloon with a bunch of your closest friends and have a blast! Snack on some finger food, drink and groove to the beat of the music. Shooters Saloon is a popular hang out spot for locals and tourists alike. And if you're feeling dangerous, try a spin or two with the hula-hoop contest or listen to your favorite song on the jukebox.

Located on the South Virginia Street, Chapel Tavern is a small bar with a nondescript decor. However, this does not stop the crowd from visiting the place as its menu consists of a variety of beers and cocktails found nowhere else in the city. Select from the long list of beer which includes the specialties like Belgium white beer and Belhaven Scottish Ale, and you wont be disappointed. Cocktails, wines, whiskey, vodka and sake are few of the other beverages that are available here. Apart from the beverages, the live music events on the indoor stage also pulls the crowd in large numbers. Walk in for a great time in company of great drinks and friends.

This is a very popular watering hole with the honor of being voted "Best Microbrewery" in recent years. Some award-winning concoctions include Wild Horse Ale, Nevada Gold and Cerveza ChiliBeso, brewed with a hint of jalapeno. Dining choices include Salmon Tacos with fresh mango sauce and Brewery Fish and Chips fried in Wild Horse Ale batter. Live entertainment is provided every Friday and Saturday evening starting at 8pm. If the weather is pleasant, be sure to enjoy your evening on the outdoor patio. Great Basin Brewing Company opens at 11.30am everyday.

The 5 Star Saloon opened in 1971 as Reno's first gay bar. To this day, it continues to be a place for guests to let loose and be themselves in a welcoming environment. Weekly events include karaoke, line dancing and drink specials. There is a full dance floor and a stage in this club.

With a pleasant undersea environment, Oceano is a moderately priced seafood restaurant in downtown Reno. The aquatic décor gives the restaurant a feel of what one would expect while dining by the shore. Oceano's menu changes on a regular basis depending on the freshest available raw ingredients. Favorite items consist of shrimps, oysters and mesquite-grilled fish with a diverse selection of salads. Don't miss out on the casino and the wine bar.

Bar of America is located at the corner of Bridge Street and Commercial Row. It's an ideal place to relax in after a long, hard day of work. This small bar promotes local bands and contemporary and alternative music. It has been hosting live music performances for the past 23 years and boasts of a huge loyal clientele. The bar is also adjacent to the Pacific Coast Grill.