50 Best American Restaurants in Sioux Falls

“I have been here three times in the last 5 years (I do not live near by). Philips has the most amazing food and is a pretty unforgettable place to go. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Exquisite dining experience - ambiance, great wine and phenomenal food!“

“I was at Chef Lance yesterday, I was unable to eat my whole meal. I just reheated the BBQ pork and grits. This food was just as good today as it was the day before. THANK YOU !! Barb“

“wonderful meal & they had so many gf options!“

“Great burgers and nice friendly relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“To the awesome staff at Perkins-you’re hard work and dedication to the job does not go unnoticed. Even though working short staffed, we were waited on promptly and served a very delicious breakfast. The restaurant was clean, the food was amazing, and staff was superb.“

“Maria was my server and her service was OVERR the top. One of the best services I’ve had around town. Very friendly , welcoming and felt like I knew her almost! If I could id definitely give her a raise for her service loved our conversation and great food recommendations! Highly recommend Maria as your server if you can!!“

“We had a late night dinner. Fabulous server!“

“Great burgers great customer service“

“Still one of the best“

“Had best server I have ever had. Her name was Mel. Very friendly, attentive. Food was hot and very good“

“excellent! Great service. Great menu and professional staff!!!“

“Everything about The Willows is absolutely delightful. I would highly recommend it to anyone!!“

“I called tonight to complain about not getting the extra cheese I paid for and felt awful soon after... here I am complaining about extra cheese while all of the crew is working hard though covid and doing the best they can and sometimes overwhelmed! So I am sorry. You guys keep doing what your doing. I again apologize for calling in! The food is amazing without extra cheese and the service is always amazing!!“

“Stopped by to grab some food and got the grand combo with salad bar. Server explained they were out of onion rings and explained they would be replaced with french fries which no biggie. I definitely got full of it and salad bar. Server was amazing and made sure everything was great and even the manager stopped by to make sure all was good. Had I not been full I would have got that piece of carrot cake she suggested. It was nice to see all the staff smiling and so upbeat, you can tell they love their job! Will definitely be back and bring friends.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at 22TEN Kitchen Cocktails last night, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We had a reservation for 4 and were promptly seated at our scheduled time, which set the tone for a wonderful evening. The service was truly 5 stars. From the moment we sat down, our waters were brought out right away, and our drinks were exceptional. The food was absolutely delicious—each dish exceeded expectations. Our server, Stephanie, was amazing. She gave perfect recommendations, and everything she suggested was spot on. Her service was so attentive and personable; it's been a while since I've had a server that made such an impact. She was truly a gem! Highly recommend!“

“We arrived with some dietary requirements that were off menu, and the bartender was so sweet and kind and accommodating.
We sat at a lovely sunny table outside and the executive chef came out to meet us and asked great questions to really understand our preferences and suggested to make a dish from scratch for us. When the dish was delivered it was AMAZING and really felt like it was made by someone who understands flavor and dietary restrictions at the same time. The dish was delicious and creative and looked and tasted so great. We appreciate the attention and understanding and the good food ❤“

“Of the fast food places around, this is the best!!!

Review: A Trade-Off Worth Making
Rating: \star\star\star\star (4/5 stars)
If you are looking for lightning-fast, grab-and-go convenience where a bag is shoved through a window in 60 seconds, Culver’s will test your patience. But if you care about the actual quality of your meal, the wait is usually defensible.
The Bad: The Wait Time
True to form, the service on this visit was undeniably slow. Whether you're stuck idling in the drive-thru or waiting inside, the pace can feel sluggish. Because everything is cooked fresh to order rather than sitting under a heat lamp, bottlenecks happen fast—especially during peak hours. If you are in a rush, a stop here can easily throw off your schedule.
The Good: Execution and Accuracy
Fortunately, the food itself more than made up for the delay. Everything tasted hot, fresh, and high-quality.
Even better, kitchen accuracy was spot-on: putting the bun on the side was handled exactly as requested without any fuss. Too often, custom requests get ignored or confused in the kitchen chaos, but getting it right ensures the bun stays crisp and everything is customized to preference.
Final Verdict
Slow service is the inevitable tax you pay for a meal that isn't pre-packaged institutional fast food. When the quality is high and the kitchen actually reads the special instructions correctly, it's a frustrating wait that turns into a satisfying meal.“

“I picked up a DoorDash order the greeter at the register along with the young lady that was putting my order together was very helpful. I’d like to add that the young lady putting the order together in bags did offer to help me get my order to my vehicle and since I had 3 bags and 3 drinks carrying cases I accepted the help. Thank you guys for what you do.“

“Granny’s Country Omelet … oh how I’ve missed you since the Council Bluffs location closed. Julio Jara is the best manager ever. The food today was delicious! The service was STELLAR. Chloe was friendly and attentive. The hostess greeted us with a warm smile and seated us . And the guy who checked us out (I neglected to get his name) was awesome too!! Give that boy some time off so he can go and explore the state he lives in!! 😂“

“The food is ALWAYS delicious! Today I used the online ordering for the first time - that was super easy and fast!! So glad you are in my neighborhood!“

“Love it“

“The wait staff and cooks are great but the manager or hoestes whatever she is sat down at a table and talked to the people and did nothing to help her staff.“

“My family of 4 went here in order to be by the falls and have lunch at the same time. It is incredibly casual, which is what we were looking for. My husband enjoyed his pepperoni flatbread and my boys liked their hotdogs. Since the kid's meals are served with apple juice and apple sauce, they left hungry. It would be nice to be able to substitute chips for the applesauce. I had the cheeseburger, which was very dense. It looked good, but I wouldn't have it again. The day was sunny and only one table was in the shade. The restaurant had a bunch of umbrellas leaning by the doors. It would have been nice to have them set-up so more people could enjoy being outside while they eat and can be shaded.“

“Food and service are fantastic at Red Stone Pizza Co. in the Sioux Falls Airport. They have a variety of local craft beers which are great to sample. This is the perfect atmosphere to hang out in while waiting for your flight! - Great work Red Stone Pizza!“

“Great breakfast place
Food was just like you would expect at home. Very good
Reasonable priced
$10 for 2 egg breakfast, bacon, hash browns and toast. Outstanding!!

Service was Great
Place was clean
Very authentic 50yo diner that keeps churning out Great food, Service and very reasonable prices..
Hope to stop again on my way through the area.“

“Great food and a welcoming atmosphere. All the servers are very attentive and friendly. We love the place!“

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“We stopped here for dinner on the way through South Dakota. It was a nice atmosphere with a very sweet waitress. We got the smash burgers combo with fries and a slice of pie for 10.99! Pumpkin pie! It was delicious! Highly recommend stopping here if you’re looking for a bite to eat or a sweet treat!“

“Excellent place to spend an evening, good food at reasonable prices, great bartenders and servers who actually give a crap, and an unbeatable music playlist!“

“We stopped for the first time at Monk's Ale House 8/4 and if we were in Sioux Falls longer we would have gone back again. The service was excellent (can't remember his name...Kros Strain shirt that day) but he was so helpful. Knew a lot about the beer on tap and made great recommendations. We didn't eat so I can't review the food. From the looks of the inside it would be a fun place to be on a busy weekend. Lots of room and so many neat wall signs. Next time in Sioux Falls we'll likely stop here first!“

“HoneyBaked Ham Sioux Falls catered lunch for my event and did a great job. The food was fresh, well-prepared, and enjoyed by everyone. Delivery was on time and the process was easy from start to finish. I’d gladly use them again for future events.“

“Katie in the downstairs restaurant at the the FSD Sioux Galls airport was absolutely awesome. She helped me with paying for my meals with the United meal coupons which is a very challenging thing to accomplish. She was marvelous at it.. Absolutely, good natured, friendly knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. Thank you Katie.“

“Every time I come to this Culver's, the food is excellent and the employees are super friendly. Management can be proud that they are doing it right! :)“

“Great food, affordable drinks, lottery, pool table, dart machines, what else do you need?“

“Server was very helpful when I couldn't get their rewards downloaded on my phone he gave me a tablet and help me is very kind. Manage your stop by a couple of times checked on us checked how the food was how the service was great place“

“Great food, great server named John Michael. Great atmosphere and the prices are reasonable“

“I've been following Gregg's Substation for quite a while on Facebook and FINALLY made the trip to Sioux Falls today to try it. Best cold sub I've ever had. Everything is so fresh and good!! I'm glad I was smart enough to get a big sandwich so I could have it twice. I definitely recommend 100% and I'll definitely be back whenever I get back to Sioux Falls!! Great job!“

“If you are visiting Sioux Falls and looking for a cozy lunch or dinner spot with a great menu, you need to give Jack Rose Social Club a try.

The menu has a good variety of options with some being unique items such as the Kansas City Hog Wings - one of my favorites!

The Jack Rose Burger is also a great choice. A take on the traditional American Burger with some flare.

The tap beer rotation is also nice. My favorite is the New Belgium 1554 dark beer. It is not a stout or bock but tastes like one so if you like dark beers, give it a try.

PROS
- Short distance once you get off of the I229 interstate
- Great and cozy atmosphere
- Unique menu selections
- The chef delivers great tasting food every time we visit

CONS
- You may have some wait time since the restaurant is on the smaller side and gets full quick.“

“The best of the best , Beautiful place“

“My wife, son, and I came in for supper last night. It was a welcoming environment, clean establishment, with great customer service. We were greeted by many staff members before we could even get up to put our name in for a table! Awesome! We ordered the spinach artichoke dip which was absolutely fantastic! Then my wife and I got the Blueberry Bison Burger and the Tandoori Melt! Holy cow were these both amazing!! We were in town for a doctors appt and were recommended to this place. Needless to say, we will definitely be coming back whenever we are in Sioux Falls!“

“Love the menu. Adore the staff. Nuff said!“

“Marlins.. the other day I had a soup the is 6 stars! 5 is not enough!!! The mgr suggested and she made the soup, it is the best cheese and potato and bacon I’ve ever had! It’s been months since I have had 6 stars soup! Thank you . The food hospitality and atmosphere is top! And you can never get a bad meal or experience there! Highly suggest everyone got to marlins!!!! Promise that’s the place to bring family and friends!!!!“

“chicken tenders & cheese curds are the best! 😍“

“Always a great experience. You should put in TouchTunes though.“

“The wait staff and cooks are great but the manager or hoestes whatever she is sat down at a table and talked to the people and did nothing to help her staff.“

“Special Thank you to The Keg Chicken on catering our daughter’s wedding meal last Saturday night. The challenge of losing your entire truck order due to the flooding the day before before our 300 person wedding cater job had to be very stressful. The Keg did everything in their power with the help of the community to fullfill our cater job. The food was excellent and you pulled it off without a flaw! We highly recommend to anyone who needs catering .“

“I have been going to Tinners ever since they opened. The last couple time have been a real disappointment. I hope they get it together soon. I’m NOT ready to give up on them. I’ll give it one more shot.“

“Definitely a sports bar type of atmosphere. The food was great. I got the chislic and it was good, though I wish there was a little more of it. Didn't have to wait too long for our food and our waitress was very nice. Tons of tvs with sports playing on all of them. We went on a Saturday.“

“Love this place! Especially when the bartenders sing karaoke! I wouldn’t come if they didn’t sing karaoke with us! It’s the singing and the Chicken Strippers for me 🖤“