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Family-owned and locally-loved
In 2007, Colin and MaryBeth Smith opened Roundabout Bistro in the Somersett area, where it quickly became a locals’ favorite. The Bistro expanded to include a market with a burger bar, where patrons could purchase locally grown fresh produce and other locally-sourced products. In 2011, the Bistro closed so that the Smiths could focus on Roundabout Catering & Party Rentals, a full-service catering and event planning business. The business evolved from a home kitchen to a comprehensive catering facility featuring a large industrial kitchen, a fleet of delivery and food trucks and a warehouse of party rental equipment.
From 2016-2020, the Smiths operated Roundabout Grill inside The Whitney Peak Hotel in downtown Reno. Chef Colin serves as the consulting chef for more than a dozen Escape Lounges in airports across the U.S., including the one at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. The team also services the National Automobile Museum, North Tahoe Event Center, Rancharrah, The Elm Estate, and the Cafe at the Nevada Museum of Art, to name a few. The Smiths own and operate Tannenbaum Events Center and The Meadows at Fernley.
Smith and River opened in 2022 as an American Bistro located on the Truckee River in Reno’s vibrant Riverwalk district. The Smiths and the Roundabout family carry their values and philosophy throughout the restaurant as a locally owned and loved establishment. Featuring seasonal menus and fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the concept behind Smith and River is reflected in its approachable and creative dishes.
