Rapid City · Pennington County, SD

Food & Drink in Rapid City

Scout analyzed 78 Rapid City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

78

Matches

21

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Scout-verified spots

Food & Drink

Jerry's Cakes & Donuts

Jerry's Cakes & Donuts is a good stop for a quick treat or a small breakfast item. Expect to spend 5-15 minutes and under $15 per person for a pastry and coffee, making it a casual addition to any morning or afternoon outing.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
★ 4.6$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Delmonico Grill

Food & Drink

Delmonico Grill

Delmonico Grill is an upscale steak and seafood restaurant best suited for a special evening out or an intimate dinner. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person for a full meal.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Harriet & Oak

Food & Drink

Harriet & Oak

Harriet & Oak is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick breakfast or lunch, offering a relaxed atmosphere with a unique interior. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a meal and coffee.

FoodShoppingViews
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Dunn Brothers Coffee

Food & Drink

Dunn Brothers Coffee

This coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink and pastry, or a relaxed hour of work or reading. Expect to spend $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Black Hills Blend

Food & Drink

Black Hills Blend

A typical coffee shop for a quick stop for a drink and perhaps a snack. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Murphy's Pub & Grill

Food & Drink

Murphy's Pub & Grill

Murphy's Pub & Grill is a good spot for a casual evening meal or drinks, especially with its patio and fire pits. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$40 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dakota Meat Company - Burgers & Brews

Food & Drink

Dakota Meat Company - Burgers & Brews

Dakota Meat Company is a casual spot for burgers and beer, good for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Black Hills Bagels

Food & Drink

Black Hills Bagels

Black Hills Bagels is a good stop for a quick, casual breakfast or lunch with friends or family. Expect to spend around $10-20 per person for a bagel and coffee, taking about 30 minutes for your visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$20 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews

Food & Drink

Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews

Sickies Garage is a good spot for a casual meal of burgers and brews, suitable for families or a relaxed outing with friends. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Essence of Coffee

Food & Drink

Essence of Coffee

Essence of Coffee is good for a quick stop for a drink and a pastry, suitable for a solo break or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Sear Black Hills Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Sear Black Hills Steakhouse

Sear Black Hills Steakhouse is a good spot for a celebratory dinner, typically lasting 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $50-100 per person, and reservations are recommended.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Sour

Food & Drink

The Sour

The Sour is a good stop for a quick bite or to pick up baked goods, suitable for a relaxed start to the day or an afternoon treat. Expect to spend 5-15 dollars per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sabatino's Italian Ristorante

Food & Drink

Sabatino's Italian Ristorante

This is a good spot for a dinner out focused on quality Italian food, pairing well with pre or post-dinner drinks nearby. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours and a cost of $35-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Tally's Silver Spoon

Food & Drink

Tally's Silver Spoon

Tally's Silver Spoon is an upscale American restaurant suitable for a nice meal or special occasion. Expect a sit-down experience lasting over an hour with a per-person cost typically ranging from $30-$70.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Dixon Coffee Company

Food & Drink

Dixon Coffee Company

Dixon Coffee Company is suitable for a quick stop for a beverage and light snack, pairing well with errands or as a brief break. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Alternative Fuel Coffee House

Food & Drink

Alternative Fuel Coffee House

Alternative Fuel Coffee House is ideal for a casual morning stop or a quick midday break. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $5-15 per person on coffee and a pastry.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Colonial House Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

Colonial House Restaurant & Bar

This is a reliable spot for casual American meals, especially breakfast, fitting well as a start to a day of local exploration or a family dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $10-25 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Loud American Sturgis

Food & Drink

Loud American Sturgis

This roadhouse offers American food and live music, suitable for an evening out or as a stop during a weekend trip. Expect to spend $20-$45 per person for a 1.5-hour visit.

FoodLive musicCocktails
$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Fort Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show

Food & Drink

Fort Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show

This venue offers a themed dinner and show experience suitable for an evening outing with family or visitors. Expect to spend a few hours here, with costs around $35-50 per person for the meal and entertainment.

FoodHistoryLive music
$35–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Firehouse Brewery & Restaurant

Food & Drink

Firehouse Brewery & Restaurant

Firehouse Brewery & Restaurant is a casual spot for American pub grub and house-brewed beers, suitable for a meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $20-40 per person, making it a good main stop or a casual dinner after exploring downtown Rapid City.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dakotah Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Dakotah Steakhouse

Dakotah Steakhouse is suitable for a sit-down dinner experience, particularly for special occasions or visiting family. Expect a 1.5-hour visit with a cost of $35-$75 per person for steakhouse fare.

FoodRelaxedUpscale
$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 21 of the 78 analyzed Rapid City places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 48% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Upscale, Quiet, Romantic.

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