Moxie's — Restaurant in Reno

Tucked away in the Northwest corner of Reno on Sharlands Avenue, Moxie’s Spirits & Dining has quietly earned its reputation as a reliable neighborhood staple since opening its doors in 2005. Just off Robb Drive, this locally owned gem combines the feel of a friendly tavern with the polish of a full-service restaurant, making it a versatile choice for both casual lunches and laid-back evenings out.

The ambiance is welcoming, with a dedicated dining area perfect for families and a separate adults-only bar for those looking to unwind. In the warmer months, their dog-friendly garden patio is a lovely spot to relax and enjoy the fresh Nevada air.

Moxie’s menu leans into comforting American classics with just enough creativity to keep things interesting. Highlights include the Brie Burger with fig jam—a standout for its sweet and savory balance—and the grilled salmon tacos, which are light yet flavorful. Dinner options like the tri-tip kabobs and shrimp scampi round out a solid list of hearty entrees, while the bar offers a strong cocktail lineup featuring house favorites like the MOXIE Cocktail and the Queen Mary Bloody Mary.

One thing guests should be aware of is the presence of a smoking section within the bar. While the restaurant has done its best to separate and ventilate the space, a faint smell of smoke does carry into parts of the dining area at times. It doesn’t detract from the food or the service, but it’s something to consider depending on your sensitivity.

Overall, Moxie’s Spirits & Dining is a dependable go-to for Reno locals—comfortable, unpretentious, and always welcoming. Whether you’re stopping in for a casual dinner or meeting friends for drinks, Moxie’s offers a consistent, satisfying experience in a relaxed,...

First of all tha smoke is horrible but to say the least so was the service! The bartender from Sparkys is now bar tending here .. beings her bf is a nurse n her husband a sheriff I would think she’d have better standards.. and being in the business I suppose (or at least I do myself) want to treat a guest as I’d want for myself) with good efficient service and able to communicate.. this was t the case .. she was running around like the place was packed(6 ppl may b 8) in the place .. when I’d speak to her she would just run off .. couldn’t hold a conversation or care to or explain items on the menu or hear the guests concern... let alone in front of all the guests then was talking about another guest so loud the whole bar could hear... very unprofessional I must say!l and acted like she was cracked out of her own mind tweakin on who knows what! I definitely can say not a good experience not my kind of place anyway so I def wont be returning for more...

You walk in and seat yourself, then it took wait staff 15 minutes to acknowledge us. Brought us paper menus ( tacky) after about another 5 minutes they came and asked us what we wanted to drink. Brought me my water with lemon, brought me my Stella beer, brought my husband a water with lemon and never asked him if he wanted anything else to drink. After another 10 to 15 minutes wait they came and took our order and we didn't receive our food for another 30 minutes. The bread on my steak sandwich was hard as a rock. My husband got the stroganoff and it had about 15 noodles and a bunch of brown sludge. During the whole time we were there they offered no refills on drinks, no apology for the slow service or the lengthy wait time. Sad thing was the restaurant was not even busy, there was only 4 other tables of people in the whole place. The wait staff kept standing at the back talking to each other. Will never go there again. Do not...