Walden's Coffeehouse Wells Ave Reno NV

Walden's Coffeehouse has been part of Reno's breakfast scene since 1995, and since 2012 it has been run by the Barone family, Anthony and Karen, with their son Michael leading the kitchen after culinary training in California and Italy. That Italian family influence shows up in the food: sauces, sausage and many other staples are made in-house, and the coffee is organic and locally roasted.

This Wells Avenue location sits in a busy strip just south of Midtown, with counter ordering, a sunny brick patio and plenty of parking. Regulars rave about the hearty breakfast burritos with a choice of meats, the Smash Walden and The Birdie, alongside omelets, pancakes, paninis, avocado toast and well-made lattes. Open daily from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, it is a dependable, family-owned stop for a relaxed weekend brunch or a quick to-go order.