Reno’s south side just scored a seriously fun new hangout.
Cook’d opened on South Virginia Street in May 2026 as the second location of a beloved Minden sports bar and grill, bringing artisan pizzas, handcrafted ravioli, and inventive tacos to the former Napa-Sonoma space.
Part lively sports bar, part sit-down dinner spot, this New American newcomer already landed on multiple “Best of Reno” lists. Grab a booth, grab a drink, and let Cook’d do the cook’n. 😎
How Cook’d won Reno hearts
The Cook’d story is a classic case of demand pulling a great thing north.
Owners Bryan and Lavinia Miller built a loyal following at their original Minden location, and when several Reno customers kept mentioning the need for a spot like theirs, the Millers listened.
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They took over the vacant Napa-Sonoma space on South Virginia Street, started renovations in December, and officially opened their doors on May 4, 2026 — bringing the same crowd-pleasing menu with an elevated, expanded wine list. 🍷
The buzz was immediate. Cook’d quickly climbed onto Yelp’s list of the Best Food in Reno, sharing space with the city’s top-rated spots. One thrilled local wrote, “We took a gamble on a new spot today and we WON,” while a review in thisisreno praised the pizza dough as “nice and fluffy… and pretty darn delicious”.
Between the scratch-made food, the full-service bar with TVs and a projector for game day, and killer happy hour deals, Cook’d nailed exactly what south Reno was missing — a place that works for a quick bite, a nice dinner, or a night out all at once.
Food Highlights
- Handcrafted Ravioli: The signature must-order — handcrafted imported Italian sausage, pork, and cheese-blended ravioli with your choice of gravy, butter & cheese, or half & half, from a recipe passed down generations. The team calls it among the best you’ve had.
- Artisan Pizza: Signature pies crafted with fresh dough and premium ingredients, available in three sizes with gluten-free crust — reviewers rave about that fluffy, delicious crust.
- The Hangover Burger: Hand-pressed grass-fed beef, fried egg, smoked bacon, tater tots, lettuce, tomato, onion, American cheese, and house aioli on a brioche bun — exactly as indulgent as it sounds.
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- Shrimp Scampi: Sautéed shrimp with bell pepper and green onion tossed in a handmade spicy sauce over linguine, dusted with parmesan — a bright, zippy pasta pick.
- Mushroom Alfredo Burger: Grass-fed beef, sautéed mushroom, smoked bacon, and white cheddar drenched in house alfredo on a brioche bun — a rich, over-the-top crowd favorite. 🍔
- Cook’d Tacos: Taco-seasoned hand-pressed grass-fed beef with house-made rice, frijoles, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, and spicy aioli in a not-too-soft, not-too-hard shell — a fun New American twist.
Atmosphere
Cook’d nails the something-for-everyone vibe.
The full-service bar comes loaded with TVs and a projector, so every seat has a view for game day, plus video poker machines with strong local promotions.
Want something quieter? The separate dining area offers a more intimate, sit-down feel. It’s a family-friendly, good-vibes spot that flexes easily between casual drinks and a proper dinner out.
Bottom Line 🌟
Roll into Cook’d for generations-old handcrafted ravioli, fluffy artisan pizza, over-the-top burgers, a game-ready full-service bar, and a welcoming south-Reno atmosphere that already earned it a spot among Reno’s best. 🍕
Address: 7671 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511
📞 (775) 360-6015
🕔 Open Mon–Thu, 11 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sat, 11 AM–10 PM