West McCarran
Most of the resources are north of Highway 80, but there are a few south…
Grocery
Raleys Supermarket
1630 Robb Drive – 775-746-6411 – 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 carries bulk water, coconut water, natural foods, organic produce, and spirits, wine, and beer at some of the best prices in town.
Save Mart Supermarket
10500 North McCarran Blvd – 775-746-8882 – map
Open 6am-midnight. Managed by one of the coolest Burners you’ll ever meet, this store has been very supportive of the Burner community for years, carrying most if not all of the groceries you’ll need, including water, produce and other foods, canned beer, spirits and wine, el-wire kits, clothing, propane and other camping supplies.
Safeway Supermarket
5150 MaeAnne Avenue – 775-746-9000 – map
Open 24/7. Safeway is stocking many pallets of water along with ice and dry ice in the front lobby. Safeway offers a real live sushi chef during the day and Starbucks is inside for your caffiene addiction. There is a very large selection of natural and organic foods as well. Pharmacy. Free wifi.
Walmart Supercenter
5260 West 7th Street – 775-624-2000 – map
Liquor
Whispering Vine (two locations)
4201 West 4th Street – 775-786-1323 – map
3886 Mayberry Drive Suite D – 775-787-9463 – map
Open Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-5pm. Very large selection of fine foreign and domestic wines, many found nowhere else in the region, at competitive prices. You can also enjoy service of wine, spirits, or beer by the glass or bottle.
Restaurants
Bangkok Cuisine
6170 Mae Anne Ave – 775-747-9999 – map
Open Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, closed Sundays. Best to call ahead for variable hours. Excellent Thai Cuisine with plenty of vegan/vegetarian options. Best to make reservations.
Burger Me
6280 Sharlands Ave – 775-747-7333 – map
Open daily 11am-9pm. Local burger joint with an unusual, tasty menu from traditional burgers and fries to ahi, bison, or gyro burgers. gluten-free buns, vegetarian options, salads, and beer and wine also on the menu. They also serve ice cream, sundaes and such to harden your arteries with glee.
Eclipse Pizza
3950 Mayberry Drive – 775-747-4343 – map
Not your normal pizza place, this pizzeria offers artisan pizzas with lots of topping choices. Check out the “secret menu” on their website for some of their latest creations!
Peg’s Glorified Ham & Eggs
6300 MaeAnne Avenue – 775-624-2700 – map
Open 6:30am-2pm daily. Can’t find much better breakfast and lunch options in town, including for vegetarians and vegans.
Urgent Care
Saint Mary’s Urgent Care
6180 Mae Anne Avenue # 1 – 775-770-7580 – map
Open Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat & Sun 9am-5pm.
Auto Parts
AutoZone
10560 North McCarran – 775-747-8950 – map
O’Reilly Auto Parts
5010 West 7th Street – 775-787-3634 – map
Arts
Artech
130 Woodland Avenue – 775-746-0693 – map
A collaborative workspace and juggernaut supporting artists and their development and projects for Reno, Black Rock City, and beyond. Two of the most amazing projects afoot – The Neon Mile and Playa Art Park (see below) – are transforming downtown Reno. Check out their website and contact them to see what projects are afoot and about joining and contributing to their year-round programs.
Gift of Flight @Northwest Library
2325 Robb Drive – 775-747-4100 – map
Kinetic sculpture from Burning Man 2008 by David Boyer.
Pan’s Perch @ River School Farm
7777 White Fir Street – 775-747-2222 – map
A scrap metal tree bearing lotus flowers and fruit from Burning Man 2007 by Ryan Jackson.