Experience the culture and community through authentic cuisine, personal connections, and experiences while supporting Reno's growing Hispanic and Latino population. From Wells Avenue to downtown Reno and beyond, show your love and support for some of these local businesses.
Casual and Upscale Mexican Restaurants
Anna's Taqueria
Anna's Taqueria on Wonder Street serves a menu of tacos and other specialties packed with delicious and authentic flavors, with vegetarian options included. Choose the "all-you-can-eat" tacos option or a special combination dish and pair it with your favorite Mexican beer or michelada. In the warmer months, their outdoor patio seating is perfect on a sunny day.
Antojitos Colibrí
Antojitos Colibri is one of many Hispanic and Latino businesses that call Wells Avenue home. Antojitos Colibri is a family-owned ice cream shop that features aguas frescas (all-natural fruit drinks) and Mexican fruit snacks on its menu. Mix and match your favorite flavors and hydrate with their authentic and fresh beverages.
La Condesa Eatery
Wells Avenue's latest dinner spot, La Condesa Eatery, is a fusion restaurant offering dishes with a Mexican, Korean, and Italian influence. Their menu features items like Korean Pork Belly Hot Buns, Spanish Octopus, and 1855 Tri-Tip Alambre. Get a taste of their contemporary cocktails and experience hip urban vibes while enjoying the ambiance of outdoor dining in their courtyard.
Carlillos Cocina
A local breakfast favorite in Sparks, Carlillos Cocina is known for its commitment to fresh ingredients in their Mexican cuisine and its family-friendly service. Enjoy their vibrant and bold dishes, from the savory pork carnitas and the spicy camarones a la diabla (shrimp cooked in a fiery sauce) to the grill tilapia.
Mari Chuy's Mexican Kitchen
Mari Chuy's Mexican Kitchen offers authentic cuisine for lunch and dinner across its four locations in Reno and Sparks, including the Village at Rancharrah and Reno-Tahoe International Airport. A local favorite, this family-owned restaurant is known for its fresh ingredients, signature cocktails, and welcoming atmosphere.
A La Parrilla Latin Food
A tribute to Latin American food and culture, A La Parrilla Latin Food brings the flavors of Latin American street food with a modern twist to Reno, from Colombian empanadas to Mexican tacos and Guatemalan churrasquitos. This restaurant prepares cuisine from four different countries - Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala, and Cuba. Visit them at the Reno Public Market!
Panadería Las Palomas
Panaderia Las Palomas is a counter-serve eatery on Wells Avenue offering traditional Mexican dishes and baked goods. Choose from a variety of popular items such as pan dulce, tres leches cakes, carne asada tacos, and tamales.
Mexcal
Mexcal is located right in the heart of MidTown District with the perfect outdoor eating area for every season. Get their classic Quesabirria tacos or go for their octopus tostadas. Pair your meal with one of their signature drinks for the full ambience. The perfect meal with such great access to downtown Reno.
Toro Bravo
The owners of La Condesa Eatery and Mexcal founded Toro Bravo, a contemporary Mexican-inspired steakhouse in downtown Reno. With scenic views of the Truckee River, select quality menu options from the artisanal ceviche to their signature corn bread. Pair your selections with a crafted beverage - flor de amor and carajillo are great suggestions!
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Coffee Shops
Café Con Papi
One of the newest coffee spots to open in Reno, Café Con Papi on 6th Street, offers an open space bursting with colorful murals that nod to its Mexican roots. Choose from their specialty lattes like the Café Con Agave, a sweet, honey-flavored latte made with agave nectar, or spice up your caffeine intake with Café De Olla or Papi Mocha, both offering warm and cozy vibes with their cinnamon and nutmeg flavor. Pair your beverage of choice with a selection of sweet pastries such as pineapple empanadas or pan dulce sourced from local bakeries like Panaderia Las Palomas.
Karajillo & Co.
Whether it’s sitting down for coffee or wanting a nice cocktail, Karajillo & Co. has the perfect menu and setting to enjoy every occasion. Their menu flows seamlessly from day to night, offering the perfect Mexican Piloncillo Mocha to a Coco Margarita. Located in downtown Reno, this is the perfect gathering place for both coffee and cocktail lovers.
La Victoria Coffee
With two locations on Robb Dr. and Evans Avenue, La Victoria Coffee delivers carefully crafted coffee as well as the hospitality of their Mexican-American heritage. From a Dirty Chai with cinnamon and espresso to a Hawaiian Dream with subtle notes of coconut and salted caramel, their menu offers the perfect blend of warmth and flavor. For those busy days, La Victoria coffee has a mobile app that makes it so easy to order and pick up.
Local Businesses and Services
Mandala Massage Supply and Apothecary
Located on Vassar Street, Mandala Massage Supply and Apothecary is local and woman-owned aroma and apothecary shop. Shop for self-care and wellness products like pure essential oils, therapeutic aromatherapy, as well as fresh bath and body, and natural skincare products.