Carson Now readers are often in our comment sections asking for something unique in their restaurant offerings, well: now you have it.
Hot Potato Pie is a potato bar that opens Tuesday at 4600 Snyder Avenue inside of the Homegrown Bowl complex, and has everything a potato lover could dream of.
Owner Leticia Fuentes has called Carson City home for the past 20 years, and it is her first foray into being a restaurateur. But she wanted to create something truly unique for the capital city.
“I’ve always had a passion for food and feeding people,” she said. “While I haven’t run a restaurant before, I’ve spent years cooking for friends, family, and events, and I knew it was time to turn that passion into something bigger. I’ve poured a lot of heart into this, and I’m learning every day.”
Menu offerings include cheesy potato wedges, potato pies, loaded baked potatoes with toppings ranging from Italian, to Mexican, vegetarian and more. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week.
Many people will undoubtedly ask: Why potatoes?
On why she chose potatoes for the restaurant’s main fare, Fuentes said: “Potatoes are just one of those ingredients that bring people comfort — they’re warm, filling, and incredibly versatile. I wanted to create something fun and nostalgic, while still allowing room for creativity and flavor. Hot Potato Pie is all about comfort food with a twist, and potatoes give us the perfect base to build on.”
Fuentes believes that Carson City is the perfect location for such a unique offering, because the capital city is itself unique, and locals will always support each other.
“Carson City felt like the right place from the beginning. It has a tight-knit, supportive community, and I felt there was space for something unique like this. People here appreciate good food and good vibes — and that’s exactly what I want Hot Potato Pie to offer.”
She said that she wants the community to know that, like potatoes themselves, the restaurant is meant to be more than just food, but a place of comfort and coziness.
“I want the community to know that this is more than just a restaurant — it’s a place to gather, to laugh, to enjoy good food, and feel at home. I can’t wait to share it with everyone, and I’m so grateful for the warm welcome we’ve already received.”
The grand opening is happening Tuesday, April 1 at 12 p.m.
“Our goal is to offer something wonderful to Carson City — a place where you can enjoy delicious, hearty meals made with love, while being treated like family,” Fuentes said. “Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, our team is here to ensure your experience is as warm and welcoming as the community we love serving.”
