Sparks has grown quickly alongside Reno, and its food scene has followed suit—especially around Victorian Square, the Legends area, and the newer residential developments.
Beyond casino buffets and chains, these local spots bring craft beer, creative comfort food, and global flavors to town.
1. Great Basin Brewing Company (Sparks)
Great Basin’s Sparks location feels like a true community hub: big bar, long tables, and a laid‑back, mountain‑town brewpub vibe.
The menu is pub‑comfort with a Western twist: burgers, fish and chips, nachos, wings, flatbreads, salads, and a few bigger entrées.
The real star is the beer—local classics like the Ichthyosaur (Icky) IPA plus seasonals and limited releases. It’s a natural stop before or after events around Victorian Square.
2. Pietro’s Famiglia
Pietro’s is a cozy, family‑run Italian restaurant that feels old‑world in the best way—red sauce, candlelit tables, and attentive service.
The menu hits Italian‑American favorites: chicken Parmesan, veal piccata, seafood pastas, gnocchi, and lasagna, plus nightly specials.
Portions are generous, and there’s a solid wine list for pairing. It’s a popular choice for anniversaries and family celebrations.
3. Blind Onion Pizza & Pub (Sparks)
Blind Onion brings a fun, neighborhood‑pizza‑pub feel to Sparks—casual interior, arcade games or TVs, and a focus on creative pies.
You’ll find hand‑tossed pizzas with toppings that run from classic pepperoni to barbecue chicken, veggie‑loaded combos, and specialty house creations.
Garlic‑heavy breadsticks, salads, wings, and a rotating beer lineup round it out. It’s ideal for groups, teams after a game, and low‑key nights out.
4. Mari Chuy’s Tequileria & Botanas (Sparks)
Mari Chuy’s at the Legends area adds a stylish, modern Mexican option to Sparks. Expect colorful décor, a prominent bar, and a buzzy atmosphere.
The menu leans Mexican with a little contemporary flair: street‑style tacos, enchiladas, burrito bowls, ceviche, and seafood plates, along with sharable starters like queso and guacamole.
A large tequila and mezcal selection powers margaritas, palomas, and other cocktails that make it as much a drinks spot as a dinner destination.
5. Boulevard Pizza & Wings
Boulevard is a casual, locally focused pizza and wings joint that’s become a solid neighborhood standby. The vibe is relaxed and kid‑friendly, with counter service and TVs for game days.
Hand‑tossed pizzas, calzones, and build‑your‑own options share the menu with crispy wings in various sauces, subs, salads, and simple pastas. It’s a go‑to for takeout, delivery, or a no‑frills night out when you just want solid, satisfying food.
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