Located right along U.S. Route 95 in Mineral County is the little town of Hawthorne. Home to just a few thousand residents, this community is pretty quiet and unassuming. It's easy to pass through without stopping...but don't! Hiding out in town is Pepper's Place, a tiny little eatery with drool-worthy burgers. Check it out:
Like many small towns, the remote town of Hawthorne, Nevada can be pretty limited when it comes to dining options. However, it's definitely home to some foodie gems, like Pepper's Place!
Pepper's Place is a unique dining spot that's become a favorite in this tight-knit little town. It's a '50s-style drive-up eatery that specializes in classic American food, and it definitely knows how to satisfy.
There's no better place to go when you're craving a giant, All-American burger. There are over 10 styles to choose from including The Patriot (double chargrilled burger with American cheese), The USA Triple (a Patriot burger with an extra patty), and the Jared Burger (double patty, bacon, extra cheese).
Any of the burger options could satisfy the largest of appetites, but the Bigfoot takes it a step further. Consisting of pulled pork, crispy chicken, and a beef patty covered in bacon, cheese, and BBQ sauce, this sandwich is NOT messin' around.
And if burgers aren't your thing, you'll have plenty of other options to choose from. The Shrimp Po' Boy, Cali Burrito, and Mushroom Philly are all popular options.
Mexican food, hot dogs, barbecue - Pepper's has it all. And despite their remote location, the kitchen takes great pride in serving up always freshly prepared, never frozen eats.
The next time you're traveling along the Highway 95 corridor, make sure to stop at Pepper's Place for a bite to eat. This unassuming restaurant is an oasis for those with big appetites and a craving for classic American cuisine.
Attention, meat lovers! When you find yourself craving a hearty steak or some mouthwatering barbecue, there's only one place to go. Hiding out in Carson City, this gem of a restaurant is bound to be your new go-to place for getting your meat fix. Complete with an authentic Wild West atmosphere that will make you feel like you've jumped back to the 1860s, this themed steakhouse always hits the spot. Grab your cowboy boots and bring an appetite, because you're gonna need both. Let's take a look at Red's Old 395 Grill photos.
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Hiding out in Carson City, Red's Old 395 Grill is beyond unique. The Old West-style restaurant is meant to resemble something from another century, and it does so spectacularly.
Antique cars and steamrollers can be found in the dining room, century-old artifacts such as big-wheeled carts hang from the ceiling, and even the structure itself was built with stones that were originally extracted in the 1860s.
The restaurant's quirks seem to never end, but we think it makes for a dining experience you're bound to remember. The fun-loving atmosphere is just one part of the restaurant, though.
There's another thing to love about this place: the food!
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Red's Old 395 Grill is heaven on earth for carnivores. The eatery is famous among locals for the mouthwatering St. Louis-style barbecue, hearty burgers, and incredible steaks.
The Grilled Ribeye is also a good option, topped with gorgonzola butter and presented on a bed of curly fries.
You can never go wrong with a steak, but the barbecue is out of this world. If you've got the appetite for it, we suggest the Colossal Que For Two—a giant assortment of sausages, chicken, ribs, cornbread, coleslaw, and beans.
The Chicken Picatta is comprised of tender chicken breasts lightly seasoned and sauteed in olive oil. They are tossed with capers and mushrooms and served over a heaping mound of lemon-pepper linguine.
It's clear that Red's Old 395 Grill Nevada has been a favorite among locals for years, so make it your mission to try it out during your next visit to Carson City.
Serving up meals fit for a cowboy, you simply can't go wrong.
Red's Old 395 Grill offers more information on its website. Have you visited this Wild West-themed steakhouse before? This place looks like such a fun time! Please let us know in the comments below.
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Get Sauced NV serves up a creative menu featuring freshly barbecued meats, sides, and desserts from a fun and unexpected location - a colorful refurbished school bus - and it has become a big hit.
Owner and chef Greg Anderson had always dreamed of cooking for a living. Living and working in Las Vegas since 2004, he faced a major change of circumstances when the pandemic hit and his employer was forced to downsize. Anderson was offered and accepted a generous severance package, but that was just half the story.
With the housing market still booming in the area, he and his wife were able to sell their home for nearly triple what they had paid for it. The stage was set for a life-changing decision. The couple had spent years vacationing in Pioche and had fallen in love with the community and the slower pace of life. They decided to make this their new home and to finally cook for a living.
Anderson wanted to offer something new and different to Lincoln County and decided to bring BBQ to the community.
This family-owned and operated eatery has come to be known affectionately as “the barbecue bus,” which is exactly where you can find Anderson most days doing what he loves most.
If you know anything about Anderson’s work ethic, it is no wonder that Get Sauced NV has gained a loyal following. His process requires hard work and is very time consuming, but he refuses to cut corners.
“We take pride in everything we do,” he says. “I believe the difference between success and failure in the restaurant business is knowing that nothing will be handed to you. The second you cut corners, your customers will notice the product is lacking. I strive to make sure that never happens.”
As you will see when you visit the restaurant’s Facebook page, this is “Nacho typical BBQ.” You can, of course, enjoy traditional grilled favorites like baby back ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, tri-tip, etc.
You will also find a delightful bit of creativity on the menu such as the BBQ Tacos with either pulled pork or chicken and daily specials like Grown-Up Grilled Cheese, Big Boy Quesadilla, and the very popular Loaded Baked Potato. And don’t forget Chef Anderson’s signature sides!
If you visit the BBQ bus, be sure to save a little room for one of the fresh homemade desserts such as peach cobbler, Grandma’s carrot cake, or one of the delicious mini bundt cakes.
They have also been known to cook Thanksgiving dinner and deliver meals to the community, bringing a smile to the faces of many who couldn’t or didn’t want to make their own holiday meals. If the reviews are any indication, Get Sauced NV is here to stay.
Many thanks to owner Greg Anderson for sharing the story of Get Sauced NV. Learn more and support this iconic Nevada restaurant by visiting the Get Sauced NV Facebook page.
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