Having a lounge that has not only survived but flourished for nearly 50 years is a testament to what the ownership has created. Nightlife is ever-changing, and the Fireside Lounge has undoubtedly stood the test of time. Not to mention the 60-ounce specialty drinks including the Inferno (a sweet mixture of Malibu Rum, Blue Curacao, Stoli Strasberi, Grenadine, Sierra Mist, and Sweet & Sour) or the Scorpion (a tropical drink featuring Myers’s Rum, Vodka, Cherry Brandy, Sweet & Sour, Ice Cream, and Grenadine) that are sure to satisfy. With a drink menu brimming with essentials like martinis, mudslides, and margaritas-and a killer wine and beer list, too-the experienced bartenders at the lounge can mix up almost any creation you’d like. While the environment alone is enough to get the party started, the drinks at the Fireside Lounge will keep the festivities going for hours on end. Some people have even organized a yearly Fireside vacation where three generations of family members gather to reminisce and share their favorite cocktails. Tales range from couples who met at the lounge on their first date and later shared their wedding proposal in the same booth, to even wilder accounts of customers “taking a dip” in the firepit water (please do not try this, it won’t end well). Bartenders throughout the years have their favorite Fireside stories to tell. The Fireside Lounge is no stranger to local folklore. Once you’ve spent some time there yourself, it’s hard to deny the appeal. No shortage of musicians, actors, chefs, and comedians have visited, some calling the lounge one of their favorite spots in the country. Recently, the Arctic Monkeys used it as part of the backdrop to their “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” music video, and multiple films have had scenes shot in the iconic space. Guests from around the world find their way through the Fireside doors, and the lounge has played host to its share of celebrities as well. The comfortable, laidback energy and the well-crafted drinks have always drawn people to Reno’s very first ultra-lounge. “The firepit as the centerpiece was the frosting on the cake,” says Carasali. The designer of the fireplace, Stan Mannis, had the idea of creating a hearth using both fire and water, which resulted in a beautiful, unique signature. “Instead of creating a fireplace in the wall, we had the idea of making a venue with a sunken fireplace,” recalls Paganetti. Plush booths are centered round the sleek firepit, and the whole lounge is reflected underneath a mirrored ceiling, scattering the light from the fire and classic neon fixtures. The space has been renovated over time to include new technology, but the timeless, classic atmosphere has stayed the same all these years. Carasali elaborates, “The vision was to create a room for our customers that was appealing, great for conversation, and relaxing.”
We were looking to make it intimate,” says Paganetti. “We really wanted a romantic, casual lounge with couches or settee seating. Opened in 1971 by friends Nat Carasali and Bill Paganetti, the pair had specific goals of what they wanted the lounge to become. Part of the original Peppermill Coffee Shop & Lounge, Reno’s Fireside Lounge has been around for nearly 50 years. The Fireside Lounge, located at both the Peppermill Resort in Reno and Peppermill Restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip, are go-to places to relax and have a drink while njoying some of the best vibes in town. These spots earn a special place in our hearts for their perfect combination of charming atmosphere, stellar service, and delicious food and drink.
One of the best things about traveling is finding places that locals love but tourists might not give a second look: the little bars and restaurants that they almost hesitate to share.
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