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15 ‘Hole In The Wall’ Restaurants In Nevada That Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away

Discover 15 hidden gem restaurants in Nevada that offer delicious and unique dining experiences.

Published Apr 19, 2016

Written by 

Jennifer Young

We're all familiar with the quote: "You can't judge a book by its cover." The same rule applies to restaurants. Some restaurants may not look like much from the outside, but they serve the most delicious food you'll ever eat. And some of these restaurants may not look like restaurants at all. Several 'hole in the wall' restaurants are located throughout Nevada, and the 15 restaurants listed below are some of the very best.

1. Monta Ramen - Las Vegas, NV

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Monta Ramen may have a limited menu, but they serve the best ramen outside of Japan you'll ever eat. Guaranteed!

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Pictured: Kuro Ramen

2. The Lady Tamales - Carson City, NV

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You won't find tamales any better than those served at The Lady Tamales. Without a doubt, this restaurant has the best tamales in Carson City. They're also very affordable. You can order a dozen to go for only $10.

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Pictured: Tamale

3. El Paisano - Reno, NV

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El Paisano is a great place to go if you're craving authentic Mexican and Salvadorian cuisine. A few of their popular menu items include pupusas, tamales and chimichangas.

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Pictured: 2 Pupusa Combo

4. Cugino's Italian Deli & Pizza - Las Vegas, NV

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Cugino's Italian Deli & Pizza is the perfect place to go in Vegas for affordable, authentic Italian cuisine. A few of their delicious menu options include a variety of pizzas, sandwiches, pastas and salads.

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Pictured: Margherita Pizza

5. Bell's BBQ - Henderson, NV

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Bell's BBQ is the only chef-inspired BBQ joint in Henderson. Their St. Louis-style ribs are incredible, and their smoked brisket is a definite must try!

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Pictured: St. Louis-style Ribs with Cheesy Grits & Greens

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6. The Cracker Box - Carson City, NV

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The Cracker Box is one of Carson City's best breakfast spots. Cinnamon Apple French Toast, Bananas Foster Pancakes and Biscuits & Gravy are just a few of their many delicious breakfast choices.

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Pictured: Cinnamon Apple French Toast

7. Ryan's Saloon & Broiler - Reno, NV

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Ryan's Saloon & Broiler is a classic pub that's best known for its delicious burgers, in addition to its great beer selection. Be sure to start your meal off with their famous fried cheese curds. They're fantastic!

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Pictured: Bacon Cheeseburger

8. The Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - Elko, NV

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The Blind Onion Pizza & Pub is the place to go in Elko to satisfy your pizza craving. Their pizzas are made using only the best ingredients. In addition to pizza, The Blind Onion offers paninis, salads and wings.

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Pictured: General's Pizza

9. Little A'Le'Inn Restaurant & Bar - Rachel, NV

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Little A'Le'Inn Restaurant & Bar is located on the Extraterrestrial Highway. A couple of their creative menu items include the Alien Burger and Cosmic Wrap. Earthlings are always welcome!

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Pictured: Cosmic Wrap with Macaroni Salad

10. Baladie Cafe - Las Vegas, NV

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If you're a fan of Mediterranean cuisine, Baladie Cafe is a definite must try. Their delicious gyros can't be beat!

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Pictured: Lamb & Beef Gyro

11. Mi Ranchito - Reno, NV

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Mi Ranchito is a true hidden gem in Reno. Their food isn't only delicious, but it's also quite affordable. The portions are huge, especially their famous burritos.

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Pictured: Chili Verde Burrito

12. J.T. Basque Bar & Dining Room - Gardnerville, NV

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Year after year, this historic restaurant is voted "Best Basque Restaurant" in the Carson Valley. If you decide to try this amazing restaurant, be sure to bring along a hearty appetite. Their multi-course, family-style meals are huge.

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Pictured: Osso Buco

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13. The Cowpoke Cafe - Lovelock, NV

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The Cowpoke Cafe is one of Lovelock's most popular breakfast and lunch spots. Their French Dip Sandwich is amazing, and their made-from-scratch pies are sinfully delicious.

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Pictured: French Dip Sandwich

14. Hometown Pizza - Tonopah, NV

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The next time you find yourself driving through Tonopah and craving pizza, be sure to stop by Hometown Pizza - especially if it's during lunchtime. Hometown Pizza features a lunch buffet that includes pizza, salad, soup, breadsticks and a drink for less than $10.

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Pictured: Muckers Special Pizza

15. Ghost Town Art & Coffee - Pioche, NV

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The 150 year old building that houses Ghost Town Art & Coffee was once a workshop. It's now an art gallery with a cafe and gourmet coffee shop. Burgers, hot dogs and grilled sandwiches are just a few of the restaurant's delicious menu options.

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Pictured: Chili, Cheese & Bacon Dog

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This Nevada Dining Experience Has Been Called One of the Best Restaurants in the U.S.

Delilah at The Wynn Las Vegas is a great place to dine - but it offers so much more than great food. If you're looking for a dining experience you'll always remember - this is it!

Published Oct 22, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola
Interior of Delilah, a restaurant experience inside The Wynn, Las Vegas, showing seating, the bar, and the stage
Photo Provided by The Wynn Las Vegas

There are over 2,000 restaurants to choose from when dining in Las Vegas, Nevada, and so many of them are special. You can have an incredible and memorable breakfast, lunch, or dinner at any one of them, and it's often hard to narrow down the selections, let alone choose a single one. Due to this difficulty, it's often wise to choose a Las Vegas restaurant that not only offers an elevated, satisfying meal, but one that's also offers an unforgettable dining experience overall. When the food, setting, service, and entertainment all comes into play, you're sure to have a time to remember.

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One special restaurant in this unique and vibrant city that offers all of the above and more is Delilah at The Wynn Las Vegas. This spot bills itself as "a modern-day supper club" and it certainly fits that billing perfectly. It's located right by the Tower Suites registration desk on the main floor of this upscale hotel and casino. When you step inside Delilah, you'll feel like you've been transported back to the 1950s and to the glitz and glamour of early Las Vegas showrooms and nightclubs.

Delilah is only open for dinner and beyond - which makes sense, as it's a supper club - and the dress code is "upscale casual chic," although you'll find that the emphasis among dinner guests tends to lean more toward the upscale than the casual. Children under 12 are not permitted at all, and Delilah is 21+ and over after 7 p.m., thereby encouraging a vibe and atmosphere that leans hard toward adult cocktail party as opposed to one that implies family fun.

The food you'll find at Delilah fits the restaurant's theme, but you won't find weird, unappetizing, vintage 1950s gelled or loafed dishes on the menu. Instead, you'll find appetizers like Spicy Tuna Tartare, Black Truffle Lobster Rolls, and Prime Beef Carpaccio and mains including Delilah Beef Wellington, King Crab Cavatelli Alla Vodka, and Ora King Salmon. Diners rave about "The Only Caviar Service" as an add on; it includes ossetra caviar, tiny waffles, whipped crème fraîche, parsley, shallot, and eggs mimosa.

Ora King Salmon at Delilah at The Wynn Las Vegas
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Be sure to leave room for dessert, though, because Delilah's desserts are as flavorsome as they are beautiful. Of course, no 1950s menu would be complete without Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, but you also might opt for Grandmas's Gooey Butter Cake which is full of guava jam, vanilla bean crème fraîche, and makrut lime, or a heavenly Delilah Sundae that's built for sharing with a companion.

Of course, Delilah also has a late night scene on weekends and a late night menu for those night that is offered starting at 11 p.m., making it the perfect spot to go after seeing a Vegas show with your date. Options like Delilah's Famous Chicken Tenders, Waygu Yakitori Skewers, or Korean Street Tacos are all fantastic options that will give you fuel to continue enjoying your Las Vegas night.

What truly makes the Delilah experience special, though, is the entertainment. This restaurant is, after all, a supper club, and you can enjoy live music, special performances, and DJs while you dine. Sunday Night Jazz is especially popular. You'll love sipping 1950s-inspired specialty cocktails while you listen to and watch the performers.

Film Noir cocktail at Delilah at The Wynn Las Vegas
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Delilah is considered one of Las Vegas' most beautiful restaurants and the design and decor was inspired by photos of the Strip from long ago. You will surely be amazed by the attention to detail and comfort throughout the space. A night at Delilah at The Wynn Las Vegas should be on the itinerary of every visitor to Las Vegas, and surely once you visit this restaurant once, you'll want to return every time you come back to the city. Be sure to reserve a table ahead of time so you don't miss out, and when you do go, get ready to have a fantastic overall dining experience at Delilah!

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This Panoramic-View Restaurant on Lake Tahoe in Nevada is a Must-Visit

Lake Tahoe is absolutely spectacular - there's nothing like it. Enjoy a panoramic view of it at the Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada.

Published Oct 22, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola
Panoramic view of Lake Tahoe from inside the Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Lake Tahoe is one of our nation's crown jewels. Many consider this gigantic, deep blue body of water to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the entire world. It's the largest freshwater lake in the United States after the five Great Lakes, and it's the second deepest after Oregon's Crater Lake. Its shoreline is shared by California and Nevada and it's surrounded by mountains. It certainly has its own character and people come from all over the country and the world to view and enjoy it.

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If you're looking for a restaurant with an incredible, panoramic view of this spectacular lake, then you'll love dining at Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada. This restaurant is located right on the lake in this popular northshore tourist destination and is just steps from the Nevada-California border. It's part of the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa, and Casino, but it's in a separate building across Lake Shore Boulevard.

People dine at Lone Eagle Grille for the views, first and foremost. No matter what the season, the views of the lake from this restaurant are worth the trip alone. Those who choose to eat indoors can see the lake and surrounding mountains through tall, floor to ceiling windows. During the warmer months, many diners select seating on the al fresco patio; cocktails and wine can be ordered from the waitstaff to the lakefront fire pit year-round.

The views from Lone Eagle Grille are serene and relaxing and it's the perfect place to watch a Lake Tahoe sunset. You're sure to find the vista truly breathtaking. Further, though, the food at Lone Eagle Grill is well worth the visit to the restaurant as well. The menu changes seasonally and the cuisine is reflective of local tastes. Lunch includes a variety of fresh salads, sandwiches, burgers, and robust mains that will certainly energize you after a morning of hiking or skiing.

Charcuterie board at Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada
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Dinners at Lone Eagle Grill offer more of the same and more. You might start with a charcuterie board to share, or Yellow Split Pea or French Onion Soup to whet your appetite. Prime Tenderloin Beef Tartare or Ahi Tuna Poke are also common options that will further excite you for your main.

Lamb dish with wine at Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Dinner mains include a variety of beef, fish, lamb, and elk options, all cooked to perfection based on your preferences. Pasta, poultry, and seafood dishes offered all come with the perfect accompanying sides, chosen by the chef, and there are a number of additional sides to consider as well.

Vegetarians will be happy to find numerous vegetarian options available on the menu as well, and wine lovers will appreciate the restaurant's extensive wine list. And, families visiting Lake Tahoe will be pleased to learn that a prix-fixe, three-course children's menu is offered and is fairly priced, too.

Sunset view over Lake Tahoe at Lone Eagle Grille in Incline Village, Nevada
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino

Lone Eagle Grille has it all. If you are looking to enjoy a lakeside meal in the Lake Tahoe region, this restaurant is the perfect option. You'll love the views, atmosphere, menu, and quality service, and you're sure to have a meal to remember. Be sure to reserve a table in advance - it should be no surprise that this place gets busy and is often in high demand. Cheers!

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