Keystone
Many burners over the years have made pitstops in this area next to I-80. The Save Mart just south of the exit has gone way out its way for years to support Burners, especially with bulk water, bikes, and post-event trash and recycling disposal. Other resources in the area, but the Save Mart is the most important one.
Grocery
Save Mart Supermarket
525 Keystone Avenue – 775-786-2150 – map
This Save Mart every year goes to great lengths in support of burners, and has been one of the most popular pit-stops on the way to the playa since the beginning. Bulk water, used bicycles from Kiwanis Bike Program, bike accessories, el-wire and glow kits, many other supplies in abundance. A one-stop shop if there is one!
Raleys Supermarket
1277 West 7th Street – 775-747-0718 – map
Open daily 6am-midnight. Raley’s is one of the most reputable grocery chains in the region, carrying some of the best quality products. Notably, the store on Keystone will be expanding and increasing inventories for burners, both in basics and in many specialty items, like bulk water, coconut water, blinky light jewelry, propane, tiki torches, natural foods, organic produce, and spirits, wine, and canned beer at some of the best prices in town.
Crystal Ice
1345 West 4th Street – 775-323-5145 – map
Open Mon-Sat 7am-4pm, Sun 8am-3pm. Mass quantities of ice and dry ice anyone?
Playawear
The Nest
201 Keystone Avenue – 775-284-8841 – map
Open 11am-6pm (Sun until 5pm). Call ahead for possible extended hours. The Nest is a wonderful boutique to find vintage wear, costumes and knick-knacks. Women can find some great dresses, hats, and accessories, and men can find some pimp suits and ties.
Label’s Consignment Boutique
601 West 1st Street – 775-825-6000 – map
Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. A large variety of recycled vintage, classy clothing, including tutus and faux fur coats, designed primarily with women in mind.
Liquor
Ben’s Fine Wine & Spirits
901 West 4th Street – 775-323-6277 – map
Open daily 9am-10pm, Fri-Sat 9am-11pm. Ben’s is a locally-owned, family-run institution with locations at all corners of the region to find pretty much anything you want for beer, spirits, wine, and ice, at some of the best prices around. Very helpful and knowledgeable customer service. Recommend you call ahead to arrange pre-order pickup.
Restaurants
Oxbow Cafe and Bistro
2365 Dickerson Road – 775-453-1160 – map
Open Tue-Fri 7:30am-8:00pm, Sat 8:00am-8:00pm, Sun 8:00am-4:00pm. A brand new restaurant providing high quality breakfast, lunch and dinner options for omnivores, vegetarians and vegans. Nice wine selection and espresso bar. In the arts district, so a great place to get some food while checking out some of the neighboring art spaces.
Taste of India
1255 Stardust Street – 775-237-3608 – map
Open 11am-10pm. Huge selection of options for omnivores, vegans, and vegetarians, including amosas, pakaras, tandoori breads, meat, seafood or vegetable specials, salads, and desserts.
Truck and Trailer Rental
U-Haul Truck Rental
1510 West 4th Street – 775-473-4971 – map
Open Mon-Fri 9am-430pm, Sat 10am-3pm.
Shipping
UPS Store
561 Keystone Avenue – 775-322-5105 – map
Open Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm. Open special hours during Burning Man. If you’ve ever wanted to have some of your stuff shipped to Reno and stored there at no extra charge, just waiting for you to pick up on your way to the playa, this is THE place. VERY nice and accommodative owner and crew that really knows how to take care of people. Contact the store to make arrangements for shipping/storing details. BUT they will only start taking shipments on or after August 1, and they will only store items for 2 weeks.
Auto Repair and Parts
CoAuto Auto Repair
2115 Dickerson Road – 775-360-5361 – map
Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Recently opened and owned operated by burners and brothers Anthony and Vinnie, and with community primarily in mind, a much recommended place to take any kind of auto for repairs. Free fluid and tires check. Some art spaces and a restaurant nearby to hang out in the meantime.
O’Reilly Auto Parts
450 Keystone Avenue – 775-329-5353 – map