New Pizza Place Dough.Cheese.Sauce. Opens in Reno

The new restaurant aims to bring a fresh take on classic pizza to the Biggest Little City.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:06pm

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A vibrant, pop art-inspired illustration featuring a repeated pattern of a single pizza slice with pepperoni, mushrooms, and olives, rendered in a high-contrast, silkscreen style with bold, neon-like colors.Dough.Cheese.Sauce. brings a bold, contemporary twist to classic pizza in Reno.Reno Today

A new pizza restaurant called Dough.Cheese.Sauce. has opened its doors in Reno, Nevada, offering a unique spin on traditional pizza. The restaurant, founded by local entrepreneurs Alex and Samantha Nguyen, promises to deliver high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations in a modern, casual setting.

Why it matters

The opening of Dough.Cheese.Sauce. is significant for the Reno community, as it adds a new dining option and showcases the city's growing culinary scene. The restaurant's focus on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and its commitment to sustainability align with the values of many Reno residents.

The details

Dough.Cheese.Sauce. features a menu that goes beyond the classic pepperoni and margherita pizzas, offering unique toppings like roasted garlic, artichoke hearts, and prosciutto. The restaurant also offers a selection of salads, appetizers, and desserts, all made in-house using high-quality ingredients. The 2,500-square-foot space features a modern, industrial-chic design with an open kitchen, allowing customers to watch the chefs at work.

  • Dough.Cheese.Sauce. opened its doors on April 1, 2026.
  • The restaurant is currently open for dinner service from Tuesday to Sunday.

The players

Alex Nguyen

Co-founder of Dough.Cheese.Sauce. and a Reno native with over 15 years of experience in the food industry.

Samantha Nguyen

Co-founder of Dough.Cheese.Sauce. and Alex's wife, with a background in hospitality and event planning.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring a fresh take on pizza to Reno and showcase the amazing local ingredients we have access to in this region.”

— Alex Nguyen, Co-founder

“Our goal is to create a welcoming and fun dining experience for the community, where people can come together over great food and drinks.”

— Samantha Nguyen, Co-founder

What’s next

Dough.Cheese.Sauce. plans to host a grand opening celebration on April 15, 2026, featuring live music, special menu items, and giveaways.

The takeaway

The opening of Dough.Cheese.Sauce. in Reno represents the city's growing culinary diversity and the entrepreneurial spirit of local business owners who are committed to using high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients to create unique dining experiences.