LuLou's

Reno
New American Restaurant
$$$$

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LuLou's doesn't have much of a website, isn't big on social media, and the tickets are written by hand, but the restaurant is sharp and modern—in both look and feel. The dining room makes an immediate impression with an open kitchen, industrial decor, and a rotating collection of artwork on loan from local galleries. It's a formula that's worked for more than 20 years. LuLou's was born from a desire to prove Reno was ready for something more than steak and potatoes. The restaurant opened in Midtown before Midtown was a thing, reinvesting every dime into luxuries like a walk-in refrigerator and eventually, an expanded bar area. Some things are kept simple. There's a wine list, but no cocktail menu (ask for a classic or whatever the server recommends). The food lineup changes roughly every month and often features game like boar, venison, or squab. There's little in the way of fusion. Global and regional influences are approached with tradition, but that doesn't mean the dishes aren't playful. A tempura shrimp-stuffed chili relleno where the spiciness is balanced by grapefruit and microgreens is one great example.
How to book: Book a reservation via OpenTable.

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