All the food was very delicious, healthy, and bountiful. Only problem was the fried chicken with honey mustard was fried too long and the breading was thick and hard did not taste good, but the chicken inside was tender. The teryaki bowls and salads were amazing. Tri tip and salmon was great. Was quite expensive. Would say somewhat worth the money because of the quality. Server was outstanding. But when we came inside it was empty and that confused us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Wendy Clark
What great little find! I had a prime rib dip that was one of the best ever! The fries and onion rings were terrific, fresh and hot! Hubs had a chili cheeseburger that he devoured. Good service, great food, reasonably priced! Highly recommend you try it if you’re in the area!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zonathan Butler (Z.)
Hours of service for the restraunt is incorrect
L Braun
We stopped by for lunch on Sunday afternoon, expecting to sit outside. The minute I opened the outside door, the cigarette smoke slammed me in the face. It was absolutely disgusting. I thought maybe it was just a foyer that had the smoke so I opened the second door to go into the dining area. There's no distinction between the dining area and the bar and the entire place smells like a dirty ashtray. All I could think about was the dishes and silverware coated in nicotine. I was no longer hungry so we left.
Alan D
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, neighborhood setting.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Kresyman
Perfect Salmon the soup was fantastic still a great place had chicken parm tonight it was
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tasha
What a great place!! My husband and I just moved into the neighborhood from Sparks. We were so busy unpacking, we ordered a pick up order from Moxies! I was kinda short with the girl that answered the phone, because I was so tired! She understood, and was so kind! On top of the wonderful service, when we got the food home! 9 out of 10! My husband and I can't wait to go in and experience the restaurant!!! Thank you Moxies for making are already stressful move alittle easier!!!
Charlotte Fowers
The servers were very attentive. The atmosphere was nice. The food was good. The food did take a bit longer than expected. Prices were a bit high for the amount and quality of food. In my opinion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Tim Seberger
It was a good dinner. Not a lot of wait staff, but our service was prompt. Food was good but nothing I’m going to write a book about.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Charity Hensley
The place was empty but it was mid afternoon. The food was really good as was the service.
We just got back from there .when we entered there were 12 people in the restaurant we sat down waited 20 min to get menu waited another 20 min. To get water waited like seems for ever to get service now like I said there were 12 people they brought us menues we ordered and it was way longer of a wait felt like they drove to spaks to pick up our order the wait was way to long . We were not asked if we wanted any refills
All the food was very delicious, healthy, and bountiful. Only problem was the fried chicken with honey mustard was fried too long and the breading was thick and hard did not taste good, but the chicken inside was tender.
The teryaki bowls and salads were amazing. Tri tip and salmon was great.
Was quite expensive. Would say somewhat worth the money because of the quality.
Server was outstanding.
But when we came inside it was empty and that confused us.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
What great little find! I had a prime rib dip that was one of the best ever! The fries and onion rings were terrific, fresh and hot! Hubs had a chili cheeseburger that he devoured. Good service, great food, reasonably priced! Highly recommend you try it if you’re in the area!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hours of service for the restraunt is incorrect
We stopped by for lunch on Sunday afternoon, expecting to sit outside. The minute I opened the outside door, the cigarette smoke slammed me in the face. It was absolutely disgusting. I thought maybe it was just a foyer that had the smoke so I opened the second door to go into the dining area. There's no distinction between the dining area and the bar and the entire place smells like a dirty ashtray. All I could think about was the dishes and silverware coated in nicotine. I was no longer hungry so we left.
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, neighborhood setting.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect Salmon the soup was fantastic still a great place had chicken parm tonight it was
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a great place!! My husband and I just moved into the neighborhood from Sparks. We were so busy unpacking, we ordered a pick up order from Moxies! I was kinda short with the girl that answered the phone, because I was so tired! She understood, and was so kind! On top of the wonderful service, when we got the food home! 9 out of 10! My husband and I can't wait to go in and experience the restaurant!!! Thank you Moxies for making are already stressful move alittle easier!!!
The servers were very attentive. The atmosphere was nice. The food was good. The food did take a bit longer than expected. Prices were a bit high for the amount and quality of food. In my opinion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
It was a good dinner. Not a lot of wait staff, but our service was prompt. Food was good but nothing I’m going to write a book about.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
The place was empty but it was mid afternoon. The food was really good as was the service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tri Tip Street Tacoss
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Great place
Great staff
Great service
Great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rude bartender only caters to gamblers
We just got back from there .when we entered there were 12 people in the restaurant we sat down waited 20 min to get menu waited another 20 min. To get water waited like seems for ever to get service now like I said there were 12 people they brought us menues we ordered and it was way longer of a wait felt like they drove to spaks to pick up our order the wait was way to long . We were not asked if we wanted any refills
Amazing staff and delicious food!! Truly a gem!!
Great service. Delicious food.
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