Best of Metromix Reno: CHINESE RESTAURANT
Francis Asian Bistro gets big points for good food and great atmosphere.
That classic of take-out and dine-in (especially on Western holidays), and we've got tons of choices in town. You can get broccoli beef at lots of places in many holes in many walls, but you can't go wrong with these fine places.
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And the winner is…
Francis' Asian Bistro
4796 Caughlin Pkway #102
Reno, NV 89509Francis' Asian Bistro is fine dining with a new twist on Asian cuisine, offering unique and upscale dishes with a beautiful view of the city and the surrounding mountains. The curried Chilean sea bass is the signature dish, but Francis' also offer oysters, all-you-can-eat sushi and other Asian delicacies. Francis' also has a full lounge to enjoy the views with patio open during the summer. Reservations are recommended.
Nominees
Peony Chinese Cuisine
6340 Mae Anne
Reno, NV 89523Peony features classic Chinese dishes and all-you-can-eat sushi in an upscale environment. The all-you-can-eat sushi is $13.95 for lunch and $19.95 for dinner. Includes a full bar and plasma televisions. Sushi is also available in the diner.
Chi at the Peppermill
2707 S. Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89502The Peppermill's high-end Chinese restaurant serves Hong Kong-style dishes in a space laden with oriental antiques. The menu offers Asian twists on familiar cocktails, select menus for two or more people and chef's specials that require 24-hour notice for a very fancy touch to your night.
Chinese Duck House
2960 S. Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89502Chinese Duck House gets bonus points for just being fun to say, and they do the duck dishes justice. It's great for getting some Chinese food in a place that feels out of the way, even though it's right on Virginia.
CaiE's Oriental Cafe
770 South Meadows Parkway, No. 101
Reno, NV 89521If you are a fan of Cantonese Dim Sum, check out CaiE's Oriental Cafe. The interior of the eatery has a modern feel with a touch of old world style, with lantern lighting and framed pencil drawings of Chinese villages. At this casual spot, place your order, grab a seat and your food will be delivered. Beverage choices include tea, fountain drinks, beer and wine. In addition to Dim Sum, traditional Chinese offerings are on the menu. On weekends, brunch or Yum Cha is offered from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., where you will find an expanded selection of Dim Sum choices. Get your online coupon here.
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tatertot1281 from Southwest Reno - July 26, 2010 at 2:20 PM
where are the rest of the "real" chinese restaurants? all of these, with the exception of chinese duck house, are upscale restaurants...not one's m...
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Report This Commentlove2love from San Jose CA - January 20, 2010 at 8:29 PM
Yeah where are rest of Chinese restaurants in Reno?
Report This CommentTusheenaOfTerriat from north - January 19, 2010 at 4:28 AM
I would have voted for Fusion Diner, on Virginia Street near the Heritage Bank. I have never had a bad meal there and they deliver! Their shrimp di...
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Report This CommentKaraV from South Meadows - January 13, 2010 at 8:57 PM
I would have picked Jazmine in south Reno over any of the nominees, there's real inovation going on there not just the usual general and his chicke...
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