When a diner has been serving burgers in the same spot since 1947, you know they’re doing something right.
Beefy’s operates inside an original Valentine diner listed in the National Register of Historic Places, where fresh-ground burgers and over 40 craft beers create the perfect combination of Reno nostalgia and modern flavor. 🍔
This locally-owned burger joint proves that historic charm and creative menu innovation can coexist in eight cozy seats of pure burger bliss.
How Beefy’s won Reno’s hearts
The story of Beefy’s becoming a Reno institution stretches back to 1947 when the location first opened as Landrum’s in a genuine Valentine Manufacturing Company diner.
These prefabricated diners were shipped by train and assembled on-site, creating the distinctive small, cozy atmosphere that still defines Beefy’s today with the original eight seats inside.
Over nearly eight decades, while Reno exploded with growth and change, this little corner spot at E. Arroyo St. and S. Virginia St. remained steadfast in its commitment to quality burgers and genuine hospitality.
The transformation into Beefy’s brought fresh-ground burgers in every style imaginable, from classic cheeseburgers to outrageous creations that push the boundaries of what you can stack between two buns.
The menu’s creativity won hearts across the board — from the Awesome Awesome burger paying homage to Reno’s legendary Awful Awful to Korean-inspired burgers featuring kimchi and pepper paste that bring global flavors to this historic spot. 🌍
Food Highlights
The Moo, The Cluck, and The Oink: This legendary tower of protein features a cheddar burger topped with grilled chicken breast, Swiss cheese, mushrooms, pastrami, bacon, grilled onions, then crowned with another burger, pepper jack, BBQ sauce, and an onion ring.
The Awesome Awesome: Reno’s answer to the legendary Awful Awful comes with two patties, four slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, American, and pepper jack), lettuce, 1000 Island, and grilled onions.
The Onion Burger: A customer favorite piled high with three types of onions and your choice of cheese that proves when you commit to a concept, you go all in for sweet, caramelized, and crispy onions.
Jacob’s Ladder: Named for one legendary burger fan, this beast features four patties, four cheeses, four slices of bacon with lettuce, tomato, grilled onion, and 1000 Island. 🥓
Pastrami Burger: A local favorite that layers pastrami and Swiss on top of a fresh-ground burger, creating the perfect marriage of deli and burger house.
Kansas City Burger: This crowd-pleaser showcases cheddar cheese, house-made BBQ sauce, and an onion ring on top for that sweet-tangy Kansas City flavor.
Fry Daddy Burger: An indulgent creation topped with French fries and a fried egg with 1000 Island dressing that combines breakfast and lunch into one handheld masterpiece.
The Korean Burger: This globally-inspired option features Korean pepper paste, sweet and spicy sauce, grilled onion, kimchi, and pepper jack cheese.
The Pizza Burger: For those who can’t decide between pizza night and burger night, this creation combines house-made marinara, pepperoni, and provolone. 🍕
Atmosphere
Beefy’s delivers an authentic historic diner experience inside an original 1947 Valentine diner that’s earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places.
The tiny interior features just eight original seats, creating an intimate, cozy atmosphere where you’re practically part of the kitchen action and the Reno history surrounding you.
The Midtown location puts you right in the heart of one of Reno’s most vibrant neighborhoods, perfect for grabbing a burger before exploring the area’s bars, shops, and entertainment.
The classic hole-in-the-wall vibe combined with friendly service makes every visit feel like you’ve discovered Reno’s best-kept secret, even though locals have known about this gem for generations.
Bottom Line
Why you need to visit: Experience historic burger craftsmanship inside an original 1947 Valentine diner listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Savor creative, fresh-ground burgers in every style imaginable, paired with over 40 craft and imported beers.
Enjoy authentic Reno character in a cozy eight-seat diner that’s been serving the community for nearly 80 years.
Address:
1300 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
đź“ž (775) 870-1333
🕔 Mon-Thu 11:00 AM–8:00 PM, Fri 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Sat 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–8:00 PM