June 23, 2020

This paid piece is sponsored by Minervas.

 We agree: It seems like forever since you’ve been able to take a trip through the famous Minervas salad bar.

Here’s the good news: It will be coming back, and it will be more of a dining destination than ever before.

Here’s the better news: In the meantime, there are some creative, safe ways you can enjoy your favorite downtown restaurant.

Make a reservation

Minervas has offered reservations for years and is using them even more now to help make sure you have a safe, delicious dining experience.

So with a little planning ahead, they can make sure you’ve got a table that meets your needs. Just call 605-334-0386 or visit opentable.com.

That’s also a great option if you have a family event or long overdue group of friends looking for a private space with a fantastic meal.

Reconnect during off-hours

Do your business meetings seem like they all involve a phone or webcam? You can safely reconnect at Minervas.

Again, give them a call and you can easily come in for an 11 a.m. coffee, a midafternoon late lunch or a late-afternoon beverage.

It’s a quiet, private way to revisit Minervas, reconnect with your colleagues or clients and enjoy unparalleled service.

Dining out

We’ve had to readjust our idea of outdoor dining this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the downtown scenery with a Minervas meal outdoors.

Put in a to-go order and head to nearby Falls Park, Lyon Park, the River Greenway or your neighborhood park of choice for a picnic-style meal.

The Minervas entree salads, Morgan Ranch burger or southwest chicken sandwich will make perfect picnic fare!

New features

And speaking of summer fare, don’t miss these limited-time features – also great for outdoor dining.

There’s the grilled peach chicken salad, featuring fire-grilled peaches, strawberries, blueberries, feta, arugula and spinach, tossed in a mint vinaigrette and topped with curried pecan pieces. Add a Key West chicken breast for an ideal summer meal.

Or try the Tequila Lime Shrimp – charbroiled shrimp marinated in Patron Reposado and lime, and served over coconut cilantro black bean and sweet corn rice, with grilled lime and seasonal greens.

These are available for a limited time, so try them while you can!

Family-style to go or delivered

Family meals have been a huge hit with Minervas guests and are still available. Each includes a garden salad that serves four to six plus French bread.

To see the complete menu or place an order online, click here.