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Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
The Rapscallion Seafood House and Bar is like no other dining experience in Reno. For over 36 years this independently owned and operated Seafood House has been raising the bar for other restaurants in the biggest little city. With over 20 varieties of fresh fish daily, 35 wines by the glass, 300 selections by the bottle and a professional staff it is easy to see why. The bar is loaded with premium liquors and cordials and certified Angus Steaks share the menu with the seasons best aquatic offerings and locally grown organic produce. The lunch menus five specials change based on the mornings deliveries and is a favorite to both busy professionals and leisurely lunch goers. Whether your enjoying our Sunday Champagne Brunch with ten family members, our six day a week happy hour with a co-worker or an intimate dinner in one of our private cabins with that special someone, its easy to see why Rapscallion has been voted Reno"s best since 1977.
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79 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 79 reviews
5 stars
(28)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(49)
- romantic(30)
- fit for foodies(29)
- neighborhood gem(28)
- notable wine list(24)
- great for lunch(20)
Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely start to Mother's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A warm spring morning offered the perfect frame for a patio table to enjoy Rapscallion's always reliable brunch. Service is friendly without being pushy, menu items arrive as described, even when they're obviously very busy. Yummy food, and outstanding muffins!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Same old
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have not been there in about a year, although in the past went for Sunday brunch pretty regularly. I was disappointed to find the same fruit in yogurt and same muffins. The yogurt was runny and the fruit was not all that fresh (especially the grapes which were were tired looking).
The breakfast was okay, although not really for the money. The best was the seafood omelet, which had large pieces of lobster.
The service was adequate but when I made the resevations, it was for a handicapped guest. That said, we were walked around and through a narrow hall to the table (which was ultimately near the front door). There was no assistance with the chairs or walker, so we were left to figure out how to fit everything into the small space."
The breakfast was okay, although not really for the money. The best was the seafood omelet, which had large pieces of lobster.
The service was adequate but when I made the resevations, it was for a handicapped guest. That said, we were walked around and through a narrow hall to the table (which was ultimately near the front door). There was no assistance with the chairs or walker, so we were left to figure out how to fit everything into the small space."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 3 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although the food and service was very good, they stuck us way in the back off the main dining room. Not please with our dining location."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always eat here when we are driving through Reno. Good parking, fast service and an extensive menu."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was outstanding and so
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was outstanding and so was the service"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love the interior design
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love the interior design of this restaurant! Dark wood and arts and craft design and lots of cozy booths. the food is very good too with excellent servers who are attentive and very pleasant."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our group of 8-10 often go
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our group of 8-10 often go to Rapscallions for Sunday brunch and we always have a great experience. The food is consistently very good, the service is excellent and the staff is very accommodating. We will be back again!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Reno tradition for years,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A Reno tradition for years, I'm told, the restaurant is a classic wood-lined spot. My waiter, Tui, was clearly a veteran server. In a way he--and the restaurant--reminded me of Musso & Frank's in Los Angeles. Just like Musso's, the martinis come with a second helping. The food (I had a steak) was top-flight. The wine list is a bit pricey. As the restaurant began to fill, the service got quite slow--it appeared that Tui was serving the entire place. Two hours for dinner is too much."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We'll be back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food and wine list. Service was great, not rushed, and was very knowledgable about the fish and the different preparation available for each. Save room for dessert, we had the mud pie, the Espresso ice cream was perfect."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 10 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's our favorite restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's our favorite restaurant for special occasions or "just because". Always great food and beverages....great service and ambiance."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rapscallion Seafood House
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar has been a favorite place in Reno for over twenty-five years. It has great ambience, cuisine and service. It is difficult to get really fresh seafood in Northern Nevada accept for Rapscallion where the freshness and quality is outstanding. Just a few years ago, they introduced meat in addition to seafood. Their obsession for quality has carried over to all their meat and chicken entrees. The superior food items combined with a very romantic atmosphere is an excellent place to take to take that special person."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Birthday dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Rap is always a great place to celebrate a special occasion, dine with friends and family or just have a great meal. There are a few "cabins" that allow for private dining (we had one this night), as well as booths and tables. Have never had anything on the menu that wasn't excellent and we had a great Chardonnay with this meal that was served at the perfect temperature, not too cold as is often the case. For predictably great food and service you can't go wrong with the Rap."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We hadn't been to Rapscallion
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We hadn't been to Rapscallion for dinner in over a year. We came for the corn beef & cabbage for St Patrick's day, as one of our party does not like that dish, he had the scaloni, which he enjoyed very much. The noise from the bar was higher than normal but fine and understandable. We enjoy the private booth setting very much. Our waiter was new but polite and checked on us periodically, the booths make this necessary . We generally go there for brunch and lunch."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful food and service and a great time with friends."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tuesday disappointment
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there with a party of 5 on Tuesday night, super service and timing on the staff's part. A couple of dishes were terrific, petite filets and seasfood medley were winners, the sprimp stuffed with crab tasted like it was either bought preprocessed or had been frozen for several weeks, very dissappointing for a seafood speciatly house. The prime rib was ok ( seafood specialty house) but the scalopped potato's were horrific, same preprocessed taste, a kitchen with this talent and reputation should had made that item fresh that day. Over all a disappointing meal, but we have dined there many time and this was the first disappointing meal, we will return and try again."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 16 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
the filet was thin tasted
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the filet was thin tasted terrible and over done lobster was mediocore service was rushed and bpthersome wine was like vinigar"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
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Review 17 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The "Rap" is consistently
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The "Rap" is consistently a great place to meet for lunch - business or social pleasure. I dine there often."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Seafood outside (or inside) SF
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our third annual visit for our anniversary since Chef Ming invited me to come up and see his fine seafood house after I ran into him at a round of golf. It is not a particular easy trip from the Bay Area but the dining experience makes it worth every hour. I had the Alaskan Halibut stuffed with Blue Crab over mushrooms and it was cooked to perfection. My wife decided on the Prime Rib and found that her end cut was actually well done as she likes it. The desserts (chef has been there 27 years, I believe) were exquisite and cocktails were served promptly and as ordered. Service was excellent and visible but not intrusive, as usual."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We loved the food - some dishes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We loved the food - some dishes better than others. Service as expected. Even though it was Valentines day, we were not rushed."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 20 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were seated in porch area.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were seated in porch area. Colder than the main Dining room. We went there to celebrate my wife's birthday. I let hostess know and put it in the open table notes. Waiter forgot. Booooo"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It had been years since I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It had been years since I went to Rapscallion... Our family had a great dinner and we enjoyed our experience."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was a little tired looking.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was a little tired looking. I think it had been sitting around a while. Service was great."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2012
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Review 23 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everything was good as usual!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was good as usual! I like the tie in with local charities too -- nice touch."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
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Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a tasteless orange roughy dish on tasteless rice."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for brunch. We both had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for brunch. We both had the filet mignon benedict, and shared the crab cakes appetizer. Crab cakes: very flavorful, but could have used a little more binder [very loose texture]. Filet benedict: excellent steak, both it and the eggs were cooked to perfection. Hollandaise sauce was supposed to be "peppery" - I thought it was really bland. Hubby thought it was great. Not too lemony, etc.
Attentive servers and staff."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 26 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dinner at Rapscallion's very much. Food and service were both excellent. Classic menu options from 5:00 to 6:30 were an outstanding bargain with glass of wine, soup or salad, entrée and dessert all for $29-$35 depending on entrée. It is a great spot for seafood and steaks in downtown Reno."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Impressed on our first visit...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Impressed on our first visit... please with nearly everything. The escargot were initially delightful, however the strong flavor became somewaht overwhelming. Scallops were a bit salty, however the stuffed monkfish were received with great pleasure. Thanks."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 28 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was Great Thank you
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was Great Thank you had the Sword Fish very Fulfilling. Prices were great Thank you."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Extremely noisy including
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Extremely noisy including crying children in the next booth. The waitress gave good service but the cosmos drinks were delivered to the table without cranberry juice in them, we had to mix them ourselves (very poor!) The entrees were mediocre, beef filet was presliced, scalloped potatoes were underdone, bison stew-meat was tough and vegetables under cooked, duck breast was over cooked and poor presentation. We've gone to rapscallion for over ten years--this was the last trip. We won't be back the dinner cost as much as a dinner in Las Vegas and we received poor quality food. The calamari was cold and soggy because it was placed on top of the sauce. The only good thing was the crab cake appetizer."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
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Review 30 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food svc a little
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food svc a little weak but they were slammed"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
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Review 31 for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, Rapscallion met
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always, Rapscallion met our expectations and more......that's why we keep coming back. Everything was GREAT - from our seating (near the fireplace on a cold winter's evening)....to our waiter.....to our food and beverages."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Rapscallion Seafood House & Bar
Based on the average of (48) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic