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MIMI'S CAFE

(5.0 Score)
5090 Kietzke Lane,
Reno, NV 89511 Directions

Since 1978

Specialities:

✓Hatch Chicken Flautas Appetizer ✓Caprese Salad Appetizer ✓Chicken Thai Wrap ✓Thai Peanut Stir-fry with Chicken ✓Thai Peanut Stir-fry with Shrimp ✓Grilled Pesto Chicken ✓Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta ✓Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake ✓Dessert Trio ✓Salted Caramel Brownie ✓Peppermint Bark Madeleines ✓Crispy Bread Pudding French Toast ✓French Onion Bowl ✓Tomato Basil Bowl ✓Corn Chowder Bowl ✓Chicken Bacon Bleu Cheese and Walnut Salad ✓Shrimp Bacon Bleu Cheese and Walnut Salad ✓Salmon Bacon Bleu Cheese and Walnut Salad ✓French Toast Grande ✓Fried Chicken and Waffles ✓Eggs and Bacon Croissant Sandwich ✓Steak and Eggs ✓Brown Sugar Oatmeal

" Mimi's Cafe Reno serves a mix of French and American food in a cozy, rustic setting. They are well known for their big breakfast and brunch choices, as well as French-American lunch combos like Le Duet. For dinner, they offer tasty dishes like steak with thin, hand-cut Russet fries. Their popular breakfast items include buttermilk pancakes, Florentine Benedict, breakfast tacos, and brioche French toast. The Chipotle Breakfast Burrito is made with scrambled eggs, tomato, green onion, chipotle sauce, and roasted potatoes. Mimi’s Café has vegetarian and gluten-free options, and free parking is available for guests. You can enjoy outdoor seating or order takeout to enjoy your favorite dishes at home.

2026 Highlights: Mimi's Cafe accepts reservations and holiday feast orders from the customers. "

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License #201236610125

Menu:

Seasonal Breakfast
Peppermint Bark Madeleines - Box Of 6 $8.39
Peppermint Bark Madeleines - Box Of 12 $14.39
Crispy Bread Pudding French Toast $20.34
Sunrise Chilaquiles $19.79
Appetizers
Spinach Art Dip $17.43
Buffalo Wings App $21.58
Habanero Wings App $20.87
Soup
French Onion Bowl $14.02
Tomato Basil Bowl $12.80
Corn Chowder Bowl $12.80
Sandwiches And Burgers
French Dip $20.12
Club $19.87
Turkey Pesto Ciabatta $19.69
Quarter Burger $21.34
Mushroom Brie Burger $21.09
Cheese Burger $19.87
Sandwich Trio
Five Way Grilled Cheese $17.49
Grilled Chicken Baguette $17.49
Turkey Royale On Wheat $17.49
Tuna Melt $17.49
Entrée
Roasted Half Chicken $24.02
Turkey Dinner $23.17
French Pot Roast $24.39
Meatloaf $21.58
Ribeye Steak $36.95
Grill NY Steak $35.98

Contact:

(775) 448-9882

Mon-Sun: 7am - 9pm

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BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO

(4.9 Score)
753 Riverside Drive,
Reno, NV 89503 Directions

Since 2002

Specialities:

✓French 75 ✓Summer's End ✓Beaujolais Old Fashioned ✓Vieusx Carre ✓Smokescreen ✓High Tea ✓Tropical Drift ✓Chardonnay Gruet New Mexico ✓Cabernet Franc Chanteleuserie Loire ✓Beaujolais Les Granits Bleus 2017 ✓Cotes Du Rhone E. Guigal 2018 ✓Pinot Noir Vivier Sonoma Coast 2016 ✓Cabernet Sauvignon Angeline 2017 ✓Merlot Camp Wine Santa Rosa 2015 ✓Syrah-grenache Mas De Lunes Languedoc 2016 ✓Bordeaux Les Vieilles Pierres Lussac St. Emilion ✓Cabernet Sauvignon Sean Minor Napa Valley

" Beaujolais Bistro offers refined French dishes that change daily. Bill Gilbert is the owner of the restaurant. This warmly decorated bistro also serves wine and beer, creating a cozy and inviting dining experience. This cozy French restaurant is located in a 100-year-old building in downtown Reno. They have a warm and elegant setting with white tablecloths, brick walls, small intimate tables, and French art on the walls. Chef Bill Gilbert serves classic and modern French dishes using high-quality ingredients like Niman Ranch beef, lamb, pork, Liberty Duck, and local organic produce, including wild mushrooms from Connie Green. They have a wine list with over 100 bottles, including French Beaujolais and Calera Central Coast Pinot Noir. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

2026 Highlights: Beaujolais Bistro offers gift cards, private dining by request, and seasonal outdoor seating. "

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Reno's Most Romantic Restaurant by Reno News & Review in 2016
Best French Restaurant in Northern Nevada (First Place) by Reno News & Review in 2025

Menu:

Les Soupes Et Salades
Onion Soup A La Gratinée $19
Celeriac And Asparagus Soup $15
Beet, Arugula, Goat Cheese, Pistachio Aillade, Vinaigrette $16
Caesar Salad, Romaine, Parmesan $15
Peekytoe Crab Salad, Rouille, Mango, Mint, Avocado, Olive Oil $20
Craft Cocktails
Cherry Spritz $11
French 75 $11
Vieux Carre $12
Sage Gimlet $12
Johnny's Old Fashion $12
Autumn Daiquiri $10
Margarita Provençal $13
Les Petites Assiettes
12 Doz Oysters 12 Shell, Beau Soleil Nb, Sweet Love, Nb, Mignonette $27
Escargots De Bourgogne $17
Mushroom & Duck Cigars, Rouille $15
Locally Grown Radishes, Maldon Sea Salt, Butter $12
Marinated Castelvetrano Olives, Lemon Zest $10
Bacon-Wrapped Dates, Blue Cheese, Romesco Sauce $18

Contact:

(775) 323-2227

Tue-Sat: 5pm - 8:30pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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Z BISTRO

(4.8 Score)
725 Basque Way, Carson City,
Reno, NV 89706 Directions

Since 2006

Specialities:

✓Toasted Baguette ✓Melted Swiss ✓French Onion Soup ✓Burrata and Heirloom Tomato ✓Chopped Wedge ✓Chipotle Chicken Tacos ✓Pomme Frites With Garlic Aioli ✓Gilles Ultimate Frites ✓Maryland Crab Cake ✓Shrimp Pappardelle Alla Fiesolana ✓Chicken Piccata Milanese ✓6oz Australian Wagyu New York Strip Steak Frites ✓Miso Glazed Halibut ✓Crème Brûlée ✓House Made Ice Cream

" Z Bistro is a family-owned restaurant that serves fresh, French-inspired dishes with flavors from around the world. The restaurant is located about 32.1 miles from Reno. The menu changes regularly and features meals made from high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, all made from scratch. Chef Brandon, who has lived in Carson Valley for 15 years, is the new owner and is proud to continue Z Bistro’s tradition. You can start your meal with appetizers like roasted curry carrots or mussels. They also offer gluten-free options and can adjust many dishes to be gluten-free if asked. Z Bistro offers takeout and accepts reservations for your convenience. Their Salmon or Halibut is served with bok choy, mushrooms, and a miso beurre blanc sauce.

2026 Highlights: Z Bistro offers free parking to their customers. "

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Best Carson City Restaurant by Table Agent in 2023
License #NV20222409748

Menu:

Appetizers
Cucumber Gazpacho $14
Beet Salad $18
Add Shrimp $10
Marinated Watermelon Salad $18
Add Shrimp $10
Pomme Frites With Garlic Aioli $12
Gille's Ultimate Frites With Chili Sauce, Balsamic Glaze, Chives And Garlic Aioli $14
Shrimp Cocktail $19
Maryland Crab Cake $24
Entrées
Chicken Pot Pie $33
Chou Farci (Stuffed Cabbage) $33
Duck Breast $48
Fish Of The Day Mp
Extras
Extra Baguette And Butter $3

Contact:

(775) 885-2828

Lunch: Thu & Fri: 11am - 2pm
Dinner: Wed-Sat 4:30 - 8pm
Sun-Tue: Closed

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MIMI'S CAFE REVIEWS

Excellent service, friendly staff, clean, and great tasting food. We had the strawberry crepe w/eggs and sausage, lemon poppyseed waffles w/eggs & bacon, and a side of corn beef hash. All were really good, especially the special lemon poppyseed waffles. I really like the fact that their corn beef hash wasn’t from a can. Perfect blend of corned beef, potatoes, and chives.

This place is charming! I like the New Orleans theme. I think I went at a quiet time, the service was lightning fast and my waiter was very attentive. They had the BEST onions and peppers add-on to potatoes I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to come back and try the sweet breakfast menu.

Our family favorite if we are in hurry or in rush this is the best comfort food in town. David and the crew are so attentive and just wonderful all around. Thank you guys for always being on point.

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BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO REVIEWS

As always, our dining experience was excellent. The food, the wine, the service, and the ambiance are all top notch. Sure, prices have gone up, as they have anywhere that serves quality cuisine, but it's worth it every time at Beaujolais. We particularly like the Liberty Duck dishes, the fish (any of them) and the steak, and the four desserts we ordered were all better than the last. And Rosalyn, our server, was the best we've had at Beaujolais and the best we've had in a long time at any restaurant. She is super friendly and knowledgeable and shows the perfect level of attention. She never bothered us but also never left us looking for her. I'm sure she had other tables, but it felt like we were her only table and she was watching us all along to make sure we never wanted for anything.

This is a great place, very romantic for couples but I felt comfortable and welcome as a single dinner. Staff is very knowledgeable and there recommendation for wine was spot on for what I ordered. The Onion Soup and the Cassoulet was AMAZING on a cold night when I wanted something hardy. Would definitely come back to try the rest of the menu.

In contention for the best food in Reno. The duck was sublime and the wine list and cocktails are top notch.

Z BISTRO REVIEWS

Z Bistro is absolutely amazing every time we visit. From the drinks and food, to the atmosphere and the staff, Brandon and Alec always welcome you in like you're old friends every time you're there. We went in for dinner for two, and the service was so fast, they were on top of absolutely everything, even while serving a party of 12 at the same time. Thank you guys so much for an amazing food, and all the laughs. We'll definitely be back.

The owner did a lovely dinner party for pur wedding day. Even though almost half the guest cancelled last minuet we still had a wonderful time, the food was fantastic and the service was lovely. This is our favorite date night place and will now probably be our anniversary dinner date for years to come, we appriciate everything you guys did for us! Thank you.

Great food. Great service. The cook Ryan in the back is extremely polite and patient. Fixed me order without hesitation and told us to let him know if there’s anything else we need. He’s also extremely handsome. 10/10 would recommend to everybody.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MIMI'S CAFE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Contact Info: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 8
Contact Info: 9
Awards History: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

Z BISTRO Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Hours: 8
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Contact Info: 9
Awards History: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Online Order: 10
Page Maintenance: 10
Pricing: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10