D I R E C T I O N S
394 S C St
Virginia City, NV 89440
(775) 847-5151
Situated in the foothills of the Sierra-Nevadas, 35 miles south of Reno and east of Lake Tahoe, Virginia City was once the center of power, influence and opulence for the West Coast. In its heyday more than $400 million in precious metal was mined from what was to become known as the Comstock Lode, making it the largest silver find in North America.
With a population of 25,000 she was no mining camp, but a cosmopolitan city offering the finest food, the most pedigreed chefs and entertainment surpassed by none.
The opera house was filled with music from the likes of Lillie Langtry and “March King” John Philip Souza--the magic of international stars like Harry Houdini and Buffalo Bill Cody. The local paper had in their employ the young Mark Twain. There were parties where thousands of bottles of champagne were consumed and the menu cards made of solid silver. She largely financed San Francisco.
Things have changed a bit since then, but the spirit lives on. We still endeavor to give you the best.
From the historic Werrin Building, originally a grocery store and rooming house, del Rio has been serving up authentic Southwest flavors since 2005.
Using fresh, quality ingredients, our menu is prepared from scratch with honest techniques and a sincere desire to please and impress.
Indulge your appetite for history and great food. Visit Virginia City, and visit Café del Rio.
