Chapel Tavern

Chapel Tavern on South Virginia Street near downtown Reno has established itself as the premier craft cocktail bar in Northern Nevada, a distinction earned through consistent quality, an ambitious approach to the drink menu, and a food program that exceeds the standards of the gastropub category. The name references the building's original use as a church, and the converted space retains enough of the original architecture — vaulted ceilings, the proportions of the nave — to give the room a distinctive character that few bars in Nevada can match. The cocktail program is the primary draw and the reason food and spirits professionals across the region cite Chapel Tavern when asked for a Reno bar recommendation. All syrups, cordials, bitters, and infusions are made in-house using techniques drawn from the craft cocktail movement that transformed American bartending. The menu rotates seasonally and extends from the refreshing and accessible to the complex and spirit-forward, ensuring that the program serves both cocktail enthusiasts and guests who prefer something simpler. Live music performances several nights a week contribute to an atmosphere that is lively without becoming uncomfortably loud. The food menu offers satisfying gastropub preparations — the Wagyu Burger represents the kitchen's ambitions concisely: a quality patty, thoughtful condiments, and a bun that holds up through the meal. The kitchen operates until 2 AM matching the bar's late service, which makes Chapel Tavern one of the few quality food options in Reno during late-night hours. Reservations are accepted for dinner but the bar operates on a walk-in basis.