Restaurants, other food businesses respond to COVID-19
From additional cleaning to encouraging carryout and delivery orders, local and national restaurants and other food-service businesses are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic while attempting to carry on their businesses.
This page will be updated frequently as news changes, so check back often. If your restaurant has updates, email [email protected].
Humble Hill Winery
The winery north of Garretson announced Nov. 29 that its tasting room is closed because COVID-19 cases are continuing to rise. Bottles of wine can be purchased by appointment.
The Treasury at Hotel on Phillips
The downtown bar reopened Nov. 24 after closing Nov. 21 because of a COVID-19 case. “With health and safety of utmost concern, we will temporarily close our doors to assess exposure, test our entire team and plan for reopening. We’re following the guidelines set by the CDC and our state with a focus on the well-being of all. We have promised from the beginning that we will care for our patrons, staff and families firstly as we continue to navigate alongside this, and in order to do that, we take this situation very seriously. It’s sucks. But closing to give our staff and their families the space to be safe is the right thing to do. Thank you for your support, patience and understanding. We hope to see you soon!” The Treasury was closed for five days in August because of a positive case.
Blue 42 Sports Grill
The Hartford restaurant will close permanently Friday night after seeing sales drop since the pandemic started, the owners said.
Bone Daddy’s Smokehouse
The barbecue restaurant in Bushwhackers Bar & Grill in Canton will be closed this weekend because of the increase in COVID cases. The bar will remain open. Both the bar and the restaurant will be closed Thanksgiving weekend. Bone Daddy’s location in The Phoenix Lounge in Harrisburg is closed until Dec. 2 while co-owner Vanessa Ragatz recuperates from a medical procedure.
Parker’s Bistro
The downtown restaurant, which has been closed since late March, plans to reopen Nov. 24 but is keeping a close eye on new COVID cases.
Gateway Lounge
The southwest-side bar and restaurant decided Nov. 17 that staff members would begin wearing masks “for the foreseeable future” no matter which way the City Council’s vote went on a mandatory mask requirement.
Crack’d Pot Restaurant
The restaurant on North Minnesota Avenue said it is operating at 50 percent capacity to keep customers safe. Employees wear masks. Tables and chairs are sanitized between customers along with the menus, condiments and touch surfaces. The Crack’d Pot has installed Microban 24 and commercial grade sanitizers.
Lupulin Brewing Co.
Lupulin decided Nov. 17 to implement a mask policy for anyone inside the taproom. Customers must wear one anytime they’re aren’t seated and are available for free for those without one. Online ordering with curbside pickup remains as an option.
GoodSpirits Fine Wine & Liquor
Employees wear masks, and they’ll be provided for customers who don’t have one. Hand sanitizer is available, and social distancing measures are practiced. “We are cleaning and sanitizing like crazy.” Curbside pickup is available.
Covert Cellars
Starting Nov. 18, masks will be required to enter the taproom on East Eighth Street. “We ask that it be worn at all times when not seated at your table or stool,” the owners said in a post on social media. Covert will provide a mask if a customer forgets his or hers. Customers also can order online and get curbside pickup.
Sunny’s Pizzeria
The pizza shop is asking customers to wear a mask when they’re not at a table and will provide a mask for those without. Sunny’s reopened its dining room June 16. Capacity has been cut in half, employees wear masks and sanitizing efforts are done “constantly.” Reservations can be made by calling to order and paying in advance. Curbside pickup is available. The first beer is on the house for medical workers.
Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen
On Nov. 16, the downtown restaurant began requiring customers to wear a mask to enter the business instead of requesting it. “If you forgot yours, we’ll have masks available at the door. Our patio will remain mask-optional. Please respect our staff and other patrons by adhering to this simple request. Thank you for your continued patronage in these trying times.” Limited seating is available in the restaurant, and the covered patio has heaters. Order takeout at breadandcircussd.com.
Severance Brewing Co.
As of Nov. 17, the brewery on the north end of downtown will begin requiring guests to wear masks when entering the taproom, moving about it and when ordering. Look, we’re all sick and tired of COVID-19 and the disruption it’s caused in our lives and our businesses,” the owner wrote in a post on social media. “As a result of recent spikes in cases and hospitalizations, we will be joining several of our peers in implementing a mask requirement. We hope that if other businesses in South Dakota implement similar mask requirements, we can reverse the current trend and small businesses will be able to weather this storm. As always, the safest way to enjoy Severance beer is by ordering online and selecting contactless curbside delivery.” Masks will be provided for free to guests without one. Seating capacity is reduced. The taproom was closed for two days in early October after a positive COVID-19 case.
Candy Cloud Factory
The cotton candy and SDSU ice cream shop is implementing a mandatory mask policy beginning Nov. 17. “We ask that you please respect this policy and don’t create an uncomfortable situation for our employees. If you forgot your mask, we’ll have free masks available at the door,” the business said in a post on social media. Order online for curbside pickup or shipping. Free delivery is available.
Queen City Bakery
As of Nov. 18, the bakery on East Eighth Street will require customers to wear masks. “We totally understand that many people feel this is beyond the scope of what a business should ask of its customers, and we don’t take that lightly, but it is because the safety of our customers and staff is our No. 1 priority that we are putting the mandate in place,” owners Mitch Jackson and Kristine Moberg said in a post on social media. “Please respect our decision, and don’t create an weird situation for our employees by coming in and yelling at them. If you don’t have a mask, we will be happy to meet you outside with a three-ply cloth mask for our cost of 25 cents.” Curbside pickup is available.
Chef Ellen
The prepared meal service near 69th and Western will require customers to wear masks beginning Nov. 17. “As a new business, we want to keep our customers and employees safe, and we are taking the step to ask our customers to mask up to help keep us healthy and keep our store open, just as we mask and clean for you,” owner Ellen Doerr said in a post on social media. The store will provide a disposable mask if needed. Chef Ellen also offers online ordering with curbside pickup or delivery through Dumpling. Doerr has created a holiday menu that will be available for pickup through the end of the year.
Cherry Creek Grill & TC’s Referee Sports Bar & Grill
After the restaurants were closed for several days — TC’s in mid-October and Cherry Creek in early November — because of COVID-19 illnesses, the owners added iWave air-purifying devices to their safety measures.
After the restaurants reopened seating areas May 11, they followed city regulations for social distancing and CDC guidelines for sanitizing. The staff wore masks and checked the temperature of dine-in customers on arrival. The restaurants offer online ordering for carryout and curbside pickup. TC’s added contact-free seating with Yelp Waitlist.
Tarquin Argentinian Restaurant
The new restaurant at Benson and Cliff has enacted several safety measures. All staff members wear masks. Seating capacity has been reduced from 178 to 95. It’s closed Sundays “to disinfect every single spot.” Curbside pickup is available.
Daily Clean Food & Drink
The restaurant at 69th and Western has created a contactless pickup area inside the door. Order ahead online, in the app or by phone. Curbside pickup also is available. Staff members are wearing masks and doing extra cleaning. Takeout packaging is being used for all food and drink.
Oh My Cupcakes
The bakery is offering free delivery through the holidays. Limited seating is available in the shops at The Bridges on 57th and on East 10th Street. Oh My Cupcakes is still selling staples such as milk, bread and eggs. The kiosk in The Empire Mall remains closed.
Remedy Brewing Co.
The downtown brewery announced Nov. 13 that masks will be required to enter the taproom. Customers can remove masks when they are seated at their tables. Masks will be free at the door for those without one. Beer for carryout remains available online.
DA•DA Gastropub
The reinvented version of Icon Lounge requires customers to wear masks when they’re “up and moving around.” Masks are available at the door for those without one. Staff members also wear masks. Tables are spaced out, and diners are encouraged to make reservations. The restaurant offers an extensive to-go menu for cocktails and also sells packaged liquor, beer and wine for takeout.
Culver’s
In November, the Sioux Falls restaurants closed their dining rooms again. They had reopened July 28 after closing in the spring. The lobby and drive-thru are open. The drive-thru is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Employees undergo daily wellness checks and wear gloves and masks. Cashiers sanitize their stations between transactions. Hand sanitizer is available for staff and customers. Social distance markers have been installed.
The Original Pancake House
The Original Pancake House will reopen at 6 a.m. Nov. 12. The restaurant announced Oct. 31 that it was closing because of an employee testing positive for COVID-19 and “out of an abundance of caution.” It planned to reopen after all criteria set by the Department of Health had been met, said owner Janet Eining, who also tested positive that week and said she had not returned to the restaurant since then. The restaurant’s staff members wear masks, and customers are encouraged to wear one until they are seated. They can check their temperature at a station in the lobby. OHP added a GPS ionic air-purifier system and uses electrostatic cleaning sprayers.
The Garage Bar
The neighborhood bar near Madison and Kiwanis announced Nov. 10 that it would be closed until Nov. 12 because “of COVID concerns.”
JJ’s Wine, Spirits & Cigars
The liquor store instituted a mandatory mask policy for everyone as of Nov. 9. JJ’s also is asking people to adhere to social distancing measures. “Please respect this policy, and don’t create an uncomfortable situation for our employees,” owners Tom and Jean Slattery said in a post on social media. “If you don’t have a mask, we will be happy to provide a suitable mask while you are visiting, free of charge. Curbside delivery is also available to anyone — mask or no mask.” Orders must be placed by emailing [email protected]. Customers in the 3.0 Cocktail Lounge and JJ’s Axes & Ales must wear a mask when they are away from their table.
Josiah’s Coffeehouse Cafe & Bakery
The restaurant announced Nov. 6 that staff members will start wearing face masks. “We’ve been very fortunate staying overall very healthy as a staff. But in the public’s best interest, along with the staff’s, we have decided it’s best to wear masks. So if the mask deal was keeping you away, come on back!” Curbside pickup is available.
Wine Time on Main
Wine Time on Main announced Oct. 29 that it would be closed until Nov. 3. It did not specify the reason for the closure, but it appears to be COVID related. “2020 continues to be a challenging year for many; however, we are committed to the safety and well-being of our staff and our guests. If you have any wine orders that need to be picked up, feel free to send us a message or drop us an email: [email protected].”
Strawbale Winery
The winery north of Sioux Falls is asking customers to wear face masks in the tasting room as of Nov. 1. The winery is open Thursday through Sunday afternoons for wine tastings and purchases. Capacity in the tasting room has been limited.
Nestle Toll House Cafe
The bakery and eatery in The Empire Mall has expanded its hours. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Curbside pickup is available by ordering online. Delivery is offered through Grubhub and DoorDash.
RedRossa Napoli Pizza
RedRossa announced Oct. 22 that it will not reopen the restaurant at 41st and Western that had been closed since late July because of the pandemic and road construction in the area. Poke Picks is leasing the space.
Healthy M.E.
The local prepared-meal service announced Oct. 22 that it will be closed until Nov. 2 “for the safety of our customers … due to being in close contact with a family member who has tested positive for COVID-19.”
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
Capriotti’s announced Oct. 12 that it will be closed until Oct. 19 because a relative of an employee has COVID-19. “We do not have a confirmed case in the shop,” owner Tonya Niewald said. “This is a precaution.”
The Root Cellar
The convenience store in The Cascade on North Phillips Avenue announced Oct. 8 that it would be closed “due to a family member testing positive for COVID-19. We are following CDC guidelines, taking extra measures, and have plans to reopen Monday, Oct 26. No one at the store has had contact with the family member, but we are taking all precautions. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay safe.”
The Keg
The east-side location closed Oct. 7 for deep cleaning because an employee tested positive for COVID-19, co-owner Vonnie Larsen said. It will reopen at 4 p.m. Oct. 9 with limited hours because of staffing issues, she said. The Keg will open at 4 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. on the weekend with the hope of returning to regular hours Oct. 16. The dining rooms reopened at both locations May 14 after adjustments because of the pandemic. Curbside pickup continues to be an option. Orders can be placed by phone or online, and customers are encouraged to pay by credit card.
Lalibela Restaurant
The Ethiopian restaurant, which has been offering takeout only, is reopening its dining room Oct. 1. Hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Monday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Lao Szechuan
The restaurant will return to serving all-you-can-eat sushi Oct. 1 The Chinese menu and hot pot buffet also are available.
MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub
The downtown restaurant alerted customers on social media Sept. 25 that it had “a confirmed positive test for COVID-19 in the Sioux Falls location building. We were notified of the positive diagnosis on Sept. 24 at approximately 9:25 p.m., but the last date this individual was in the building was on Tuesday, Sept. 22. After conferring with the local Health Department and reviewing all our current procedures, we’ve been given clearance to remain fully open. We will continue to maintain our heightened cleaning, sanitization standards and other precautions according to CDC and local Health Department guidelines. We wanted to be transparent regarding this confirmation so that about valued guests can make informed decisions regarding dining-in with us – especially those who may be at an increased risk.”
The restaurant responded in similar fashion after reporting a similar case in early August.
MacKenzie River’s hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Delivery and takeout are available through the restaurant’s online ordering platform.
Pho Quynh
The dining room, which has been remodeled, will reopen Oct. 2. The Vietnamese restaurant will have new menu items too. Customers can order carryout at phoquynhsf.com or through the Vietnamese restaurant’s Facebook page. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
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Coffea Roasterie
The downtown cafe announced Sept. 24 that hours would be adjusted for a few days after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
“Despite following the safety measures recommended by the CDC and the efforts of our amazing staff, we have had a positive COVID-19 case at our downtown cafe. The last day that our team member worked was Friday, Sept. 18, from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Everyone that was a potential close contact has been notified, including our staff members, who are out for testing and symptom monitoring. Our hours will be adjusted for the next few days so that we can staff appropriately with team members who were not exposed. We’ll continue to do everything we can to make our cafes safe and healthy places and ask you to join us in that effort by wearing a mask when not eating or drinking and staying home if feeling sick. Thank you for your support and understanding!”
Hours will be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 25 and 26 and noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 27.
The Louise Avenue cafe reopened Aug. 23 after closing Aug. 18 because of a positive case of COVID-19.
For contactless service, order ahead using coffea-to-go.com.
Miner Brewing Co. and Prairie Berry Winery Taproom
The taproom announced Sept. 22 that it would be closed until Sept. 24 because of a COVID-19 case.
“Although we have implemented all the top recommended CDC safety measures, we have had a positive COVID-19 case at our Sioux Falls Miner Brewing Co. Taproom. As an extra precaution for our guests and staff, we will temporarily close the taproom until Thursday, Sept. 24, to allow for professional cleaning of the facility along with additional staff health monitoring. The health and safety of our amazing staff and guests is always our top concern, and we know this is the right move.”
Waddy’s Bar & Grill
The Hudson bar and restaurant is resuming table service Friday nights through Sunday nights beginning Sept. 25. At other times, customers have to order at the counter.
Gregg’s Substation
The sandwich shop on 41st Street reopened Sept. 21 after being closed since Sept. 15 because an employee tested positive for COVID-19. Gregg’s had been closed from March 27 until June 1.
Fresh Horses Saloon
The Harrisburg restaurant and bar reopened Sept. 11 after closing Sept. 1 because of a “COVID-19 exposure.”
“We will continue to social distance, greet you with our sanitize station, and yes, our faces will still be under cover!” Fresh Horses said in a social media post.
Chef Lance’s on Phillips
Chef Lance White has moved his business to part of the former Luciano’s North space at Fifth and Phillips. He has renamed the business Chef Lance’s on Phillips and is serving lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Tables are spaced far apart, and servers are wearing masks. Reservations are recommended. His prepared-meal service is offered weekdays with options for delivery or pickup at the restaurant.
W. 12th Pourhouse & Kitchen
The bar and restaurant at 12th Street and Marion Road reopened Sept. 9 under new management. It announced Aug. 28 that it would be closed temporarily. The Pourhouse is open Tuesday through Sunday.
The Cookie Jar Eatery
As of Sept. 9, The Cookie Jar Eatery has reopened its dining room with limited seating. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays. Curbside pickup is available, and delivery is offered through Uber Eats. Family-style, take-and-bake meals are still available.
Pizza Hut
The bankrupt franchise owner of the Pizza Hut on West 12th Street has permanently closed the West 12th Street location. As part of COVID-19 precautions, Pizza Hut has added new procedures for contactless delivery. Customers should use the special instructions section when placing an order. It also has reinforced its policy of regularly disinfecting delivery bags. If an employee is confirmed to have COVID-19, the restaurant will be closed until it is determined safe to reopen.
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Backyard BBQ & Grill
The owner of Backyard BBQ & Grill has decided to permanently close the downtown location, which shut down in March. The Western Avenue location has remained open throughout the pandemic. Tables are spaced 6 feet apart, and a patio opened in late August. Backyard offers online orders through ChowNow that can be prepaid and picked up in the restaurant.
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Spezia
The restaurant at 57th and Louise is permanently closed. Spezia shut down March 19 as the pandemic began, and owner Dave Thompson said he doesn’t think the market has recovered enough for him to feel comfortable signing a new lease for the restaurant.
Pizza di Paolo
The restaurant on South Minnesota Avenue has been closed since Aug. 10 for renovations to streamline production. “We hope to be up and running again in September,” the restaurant said in a post on social media.
The Market
The longtime restaurant and wine and cheese shop is closing permanently. The owners are retiring, pushed to their decision in part by the pandemic. The restaurant’s final meals will be served Aug. 27. After that, the business will be closed for a few days while it gets ready for an inventory sale.
Zaroty
The restaurant at 41st and Marion closed Aug. 15 but is looking for a new location. The city of Sioux Falls is buying the land for an eventual redesign of the intersection. Catering services continue to be available.
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Fernson Brewing Co. and Fernson Downtown
As of Aug. 19 Fernson Downtown is requiring customers to wear masks whenever they’re not seated at their table. Disposable masks will be available for those without one. Staff members always wear masks and are diligently cleaning surfaces. “We, too, want to keep enjoying summer nights on our patio, but we can only do so if we are all healthy and safe. We appreciate your cooperation and help.” Hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Customers can order online for to-go orders, and curbside pickup is available. The taproom at the brewery in north Sioux Falls remains closed.
Sioux Falls Food Co+op
The grocery store at 18th and Minnesota is requiring customers to wear face masks as of Aug. 17. Disposable ones are available in the entryway. “Together we can #stopthespread.” The hot bar returned July 27 with hours of 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays. The store returned to regular hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily June 1. Customers can use reusable shopping bags and bring containers from home to fill bulk items. A hand sanitizing station and disposable gloves are available in the bulk items area. Customers are encouraged to at least clean their hands before touching the bins. Personal coffee mugs can’t be used. Special orders have resumed. Online ordering with curbside pickup or delivery is available.
The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co.
The new downtown coffee shop opened in August as carryout only. Shipping fees on online orders of coffee beans are waived for customers in Sioux Falls. Use the promo code SOCIALD.
The Lie-Brary
The southwest bar announced Aug. 11 that it would be closed through Aug. 18 because of a COVID-19 case but the casino would remain open because of the “low chance of exposure to casino attendants. We will take this time with the bar being closed down to clean and sanitize the bar. This will also give staff time to monitor symptoms. We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused and will look forward to seeing you all next week!”
La Luna Cafe
The restaurant along the boardwalk at The Cascade is staying open an hour later most days. New hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
The Bonus Round Bar
Both arcade bars are closing. The owner announced Aug. 6 that it would be the final week for the Cliff Avenue and downtown locations.
“It’s been almost six years since we opened our doors. We have had an absolute blast for the majority of that time. We have learned a lot and loved a lot, and our time to turn the page has come. It is not the end as much as it is the beginning of a new chapter of a great, great story. This will be our last week open to the public. We love everybody and hope you help us clear our shelves and empty our kegs and cry like babies this week. Cheers, folks.”
Update: The final day was Aug. 9.
The Barrel House
The restaurant and bar posted July 28 on social media that it will be closed temporarily because of a COVID exposure. “Out of an abundance of caution because of a COVID exposure, The Barrel House has decided to temporarily close until Monday, Aug. 3. While this decision has been difficult from a business standpoint, the safety of our staff and guests is always our primary concern.” According to a later post: “It is our belief after a conversation with a local health department tracer that the risk to diners was minimal. This is based on the CDC guidelines for exposure, which is within 6 feet of someone for 15 minutes.” As the pandemic reached Sioux Falls in the spring, The Barrel House had closed March 23 and then reopened May 11. At the time, it said that in addition to social distancing and sanitizing efforts, all staff would be wearing gloves and masks. Single-use menus and condiments are available. Hours have been 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily since it reopened.
Panera Bread
As of July 15, the chain began requiring customers to wear masks until they are seated and begin to eat or drink. Service also is available through the drive-thru, curbside pickup or delivery. Employees also wear masks and undergo wellness checks at the beginning of each shift.
Pomegranate Market
The grocery store has added online ordering. The salad bar and seating for the bistro have been reopened. Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Curbside pickup is available on weekdays, and the fee for that has been eliminated.
The 18th Amendment
The 41st Street bar is closed through July 31 because an employee has tested positive for COVID-19, according to The 18th Amendment’s post on social media July 27. “The employee has not been in the building in over a week. We took the time being shut down to sanitize with bleach and other solutions known to kill COVID. The Health Department said there should not be a direct threat to the customers of getting the COVID from the employee. We are going to remain shut down to give the other employees time to quarantine and watch symptoms so that we do not take the chance of exposure to the public.”
Carnaval Brazilian Grill
The restaurant reopened its salad bar July 22. Diners will have to use hand sanitizer and put on disposable gloves and a mask before going through the line. Carnaval will provide masks for customers if needed. “If you don’t feel comfortable going through our salad bar, our staff will happily bring you what you would like from our kitchen.” Carnaval reopened June 3 with hours of 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Reservations are required and can be made online.
Royal Fork Buffet
The restaurant is closing Aug. 2 after more than 40 years in Sioux Falls, unable to overcome changes in restaurant dining because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Holiday Inn City Centre
The buffet is back for Sunday brunch at the downtown hotel. Hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other breakfast hours are 6 to 11 a.m. weekdays and 6:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday. The lounge will be open for lunch and dinner service from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Family platters have been added to the menu. Curbside pickup is available.
All Day Cafe
The restaurant in the Western Mall has added dinner service. New hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The dining room is open, and delivery is available. Take-and-bake family meals are still available.
Starbucks
As of July 15, customers will be required to wear masks in corporate-owned locations. According to a statement from Starbucks: “At select locations where a local government mandate is not in place, customers that may not be wearing a facial covering will have various options to order their Starbucks, including ordering at the drive-thru, curbside pickup through the Starbucks app or placing an order for delivery through Starbucks Delivers.
“The company is committed to playing a constructive role in supporting health and government officials as they work to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
“For information on additional safety measures and what customers can expect click here for an at-a-glance guide for customers.”
Tokyo 26 Sushi & Hibachi Express
The sushi restaurant has reopened its dining room and is taking reservations for parties of any size. Order online for takeout and drive-thru. Delivery is available through Food Dudes.
Oshima
The downtown sushi restaurant, which reopened July 1 for takeout only, has added online ordering. The full menu is available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on the weekend.
Pho Thai
The downtown restaurant has reopened its seating area. Delivery service is available through Food Dudes.
McNally’s Irish Pub
The restaurant and pub is closed until July 6 because “we have been informed that someone at McNally’s on Monday, June 29, has contracted COVID-19. As an extra precautionary measure, we have decided to close until Monday, July 6, to allow for forensic cleaning and staff monitoring.” The person had contact with employees and was not close to guests. McNally’s closed for a couple of weeks in March before reopening April 1 with curbside pickup and limited delivery. It opened its seating area May 8 with a limited menu and this message for customers: “There are a few guidelines we’d like to ask our guests to follow to keep you and our staff safe: Please stay home if you are the vulnerable population or if you are not well. Keep groups to six or less. All seating has been measured and is 6 feet apart from other seating and shall not be moved. Our limited menu will be available online using your smartphone to limit contact with staff and other patrons. Sanitizer will be place around for our staff and guests to use. We have and will continue to follow CDC guidelines for sanitization to keep our pub clean.”
Crooked Pint Ale House
The restaurant has returned to serving breakfast on the weekends from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Crooked Pint, which is attached to the Holiday Inn next to Elmwood Golf Course reopened May 15 with a limited menu after being closed since March 19. It opens at 11 a.m. weekdays and closes at 10 p.m. every night.
Falls Overlook Cafe by Stensland
The cafe on the east side of Falls Park has added Wednesday to its hours of operation. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and until 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet
The restaurant brought back its buffet June 25. Hibachi reopened June 19 after being closed since March with a new menu for takeout only. Customers can order online or in the restaurant.
Myers’ Deli & More
The restaurant in the CNA Surety Building in downtown’s East Bank reopened June 23. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Taphouse 41
Taphouse 41 has expanded its lunch hours to include weekdays. Updated hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Delivery is available through Food Dudes.
The Attic Bar & Grill/Ass’ociates & Co.
The restaurant and 21-and-older-only bar, which have been closed since April 18, reopened in early June. Both operations are taking additional measures to keep to customers and employees safe. Read about it here.
Jacky’s Restaurant
The dining rooms have reopened at the downtown Eighth Street and East 10th Street locations. Curbside pickup is available along with delivery through Food Dudes. The North Cliff location has reopened as Jacky’s Burrito Express with hours of 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. The menu includes burritos, tacos and a few other dishes, but customers won’t find the specialties that are available at the restaurants. Online ordering is available for all three locations.
Erbert & Gerbert’s
The sandwich shop near 41st and Louise has reopened its dining room. Orders also are available for takeout, curbside pickup or contact-free delivery.
22Ten Kitchen Cocktails
The restaurant has reopened its seating area and expanded its hours to 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Safari Bar & Grill
The Renner restaurant reopened its dining room with limited seating May 13. The deck is open, and social distancing guidelines also apply outside. Curbside pickup and delivery are still available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Order online for takeout at safaribargrill.com.
Chef Dominque’s Catering & Banquet Facility
After being closed since March 23, the catering service returned May 29.
Puerto Vallarta
The Mexican restaurant on East 10th Street has reopened its dining room. Curbside pickup is available.
Cluckin’ Good Chicken & BBQ
The restaurant on East 10th Street has reopened its dining room. Pickup and delivery are available by calling ahead to order. Online ordering also is available. New hours are 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the weekend.
Buffalo Wild Wings
The locations on Louise Avenue and at Dawley Farm Village have reopened their seating areas. Delivery is available. Hours are 11 a.m. to midnight daily. The restaurant on West Avenue remains closed.
Nikki’s Burrito Express
The restaurant has reopened its seating area.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
The location on 41st Street west of I-29 has reopened. Hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The other two have remained open throughout the pandemic. At Arrowhead, hours are 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Online ordering is available. At the 41st Street location across from the Western Mall, hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Third-party services also offer delivery from the restaurants.
Sanaa’s 8th Street Gourmet
The Mediterranean restaurant has reopened its dining room. Meals are available for delivery through Bite Squad. Sanaa’s has added take-and-bake family meals.
Hartford Steak Co. Tavern
The restaurant in Hartford reopened May 29.
Skajewski Catering
Skajewski Catering has resumed services and is “taking precautions to ensure our clients’ safety.”
Urban Chislic
The dining room has reopened. Carryout and delivery are available, and there’s also a drive-thru window.
Everest Indian Cuisine
The restaurant at 41st and Western has reopened its dining room. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Delivery is available through third-party delivery services.
Slim Chickens
The seating areas have been reopened. Drive-thru and curbside pickup are available.
CherryBerry
Both locations have reopened their seating areas. Hours have been extended to noon to 9 p.m. daily. Orders may be placed by phone.
Taco Bell
All Taco Bell locations except for Louise Avenue have reopened their seating areas. Delivery is available through third-party services.
The Nickel Spot
New hours are 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
Sheraton Sioux Falls
The hotel has started to bring back its food and beverage services. Breakfast is offered daily, and a limited dinner menu is available some nights at the bar. Full service will return June 25.
Qdoba
The national chain has reopened its seating areas. Curbside pickup and contact-free delivery are available.
Taco John’s
The national chain has reopened its seating areas with limited seating. Order through the app for contact-free pickup through the drive-thru or curbside.
Subway
The national chain has reopened its seating areas. Delivery is available.
Firehouse Subs
The national chain has reopened its seating areas.
Paramount Cocktails & Food
The lounge is serving as overflow seating for Minervas for the foreseeable future.
Noodles & Company
The national chain has reopened its dining room, but it’s still closing at 8 p.m. daily. Order online for curbside pickup or delivery.
PepperJax Grill
The dining room has reopened. Order online at pepperjaxgrill.com for takeout or curbside pickup. Delivery is available through DoorDash.
Dairy Queen
Most of the Sioux Falls locations have reopened seating areas. The majority have drive-thrus, and delivery is available through Door Dash.
Arby’s
The seating area at the North Cliff Avenue has been reopened and the dining rooms at the other Sioux Falls locations may be open by July. Service is available at the counter or through the drive-thru. Delivery is available through DoorDash. It’s also closing an hour earlier – at 10 p.m. – on Fridays and Saturdays.
Juice Stop
The seating areas have reopened. Curbside pickup and delivery are available.
The Crow Bar
The bar on South Minnesota Avenue, which has been closed since late March reopened June 18. The owners used the time to do a major remodel. The kitchen will be closed “until things kind of settle down on the virus,” co-owner Terri Hermanson said. Regular hours are back: 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday.
Blue Rock Bar & Grill
The restaurant on the Sanford Sports Complex reopened its seating area June 15. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. A limited menu is available. Curbside pickup continues to be offered. Staff members are wearing masks and have their temperatures checked daily. They have been trained on hygiene, cleaning and social distancing protocols.
Tokyo Sushi & Hibachi
The restaurant on East 10th Street has reopened most of its dining room. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4:30 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Kathmandu Indian Cuisine
The Indian restaurant has reopened its dining room. The buffet remains closed.
Lucky’s Bar
The downtown bar has removed any restrictions and is back to regular hours.
Olive Garden
The restaurant has reopened its dining room with limited seating. Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery are available. Employees are wearing masks and getting their temperature checked daily. Tables are disinfected after every visit, and hand sanitizer is available in the lobby. To keep guests from congregating in the lobby and bar, they can join a wait list from their homes or cars and get a text when a table is ready. Pay the bill on a tabletop tablet. To see all the enhanced safety measures, click here.
HuHot Mongolian Grill
Both locations are now open with limited seating. Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery are available.
Zoup
Zoup offers limited seating, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery. Orders can be placed at zoup.com.
‘O’ So Good
As of June 10, the Garretson restaurant has removed limits on the number of people who can be seated at a table. The tables remain spaced out. Reservations are encouraged. Takeout, curbside pickup and limited delivery remain available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Vinyl Taco and Vinyl Social Club
Vinyl Taco, which started serving dine-in May 8, has updated hours to 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For takeout, see the full menu online and then call 271-2262 to order.
Vinyl Social Club also reopened May 8. Updated hours are 4 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and noon to midnight Friday and Saturday.
Top Hat Bar
The downtown bar, which has been closed since March 22, reopened June 5. Capacity will be limited to 40 people.
Brandon Steakhouse
The Brandon restaurant is reopening its dining room June 4.
JL Beers
Both locations reopened their dining rooms May 8. “We are following the city’s guidelines for social distancing and cleaning and sanitizing to ensure a safe dining environment.”
Falls Landing
The restaurant in the downtown Country Inn & Suites, which has been closed since March 30, had to push its scheduled reopening from June 1 to June 3.
Eileen’s Colossal Cookies
Updated hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday.
Books n Brewz Pizzeria
The wood-fired pizza restaurant has opened the 21-and-older “speakeasy” area for dine-in. Hours are 4 to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Curbside pickup and delivery also are available.
Black Angus Steakhouse
The Canton restaurant has reopened its dining room. Takeout can be ordered online through ChowNow.
R Wine Bar & Kitchen
The downtown wine bar and restaurant reopened its seating area May 8, “with safety on the forefront of our minds.” In June, hours have been extended for some evenings. It’s open from 3 to 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and 3 to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Live music has returned Thursday through Saturday. Takeout is available and can be ordered online at rwinebar.com. Bottles of wine also can be ordered online.
Obscure Brewing Co.
The east-side brewery has reopened its taproom for seating, and the kitchen is fully open. Crowlers also can be ordered and paid for at obscurebrewing.com.
Dunn Brothers Coffee
As of June 2, the seating area has reopened. Hours are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the weekend. “We ask that you please respect others’ space and continue to practice safe social distancing.”
WoodGrain Brewing Co.
The downtown brewery reopened seating in the taproom and on the patio May 8 and extended hours in June. Updated hours are 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, 3 to 10 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Maximum capacity is 50 people, and city regulations for table spacing and number of people at a table will be followed. Beer will be served in single-use plastic cups. Markers have been placed to indicate appropriate spacing between people when ordering. .Online ordering for carryout beer remains available. Indicate in the “notes” section if you’d like contact-free pickup from a table in the lobby.
Red Lobster
The dining room has reopened. Order from a limited menu that includes family meals for takeout, curbside pickup or delivery through redlobster.com and third parties. Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily.
Look’s Marketplace
New hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. In addition to groceries, takeout includes pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, salads and soups.
Shahi Palace
New hours are 5 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
Mission Nutrition
The Herbalife drink shop at 49th and Westport has extended hours for the summer: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays and 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Limited seating is available, along with curbside takeout and delivery.
Kingbird Coffee
After being closed since April 7, the new Brandon coffee shop reopened May 30. Hours are 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the weekend. A drive-thru has been added. “Please allow grace and patience as we sanitize the register between each customer. We cannot wait to see everyone!”
Ramen Fuji
The restaurant reopening May 25 for takeout and delivery. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
PAve
Expanded hours are 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. to midnight Sunday through Wednesday. The downtown bar and restaurant reopened May 13 with a limited menu, and the kitchen isn’t open Sundays. “We have made some temporary changes and will be running business a little differently for the time being. Some of those changes are all tables being spaced 6 feet apart from each other, modified menu and no dance floor.” Disposable items will be used when possible.
Pizza Ranch
The restaurant on East 10th Street is reopening its buffet and seating areas, which have been closed since March 21. The restaurant will be open from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily, and the buffet will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. The FunZone Arcade also has reopened. Curbside pickup and contactless delivery are available.
Johnny Carinos
The restaurant has returned to its regular seating but has set aside one of its rooms with limited seating “for the guests that prefer to practice social distancing. “We will still take the necessary precautions to keep our guests and staff safe and sanitary. We will continue to offer disposable menus and silverware packets to anyone that would prefer to use them.” Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery will continue to be available. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday through Saturday. The restaurant still offers a couple of half-price family platters to go each day and half-price bottles of wine for curbside orders.
Fryn’ Pan Family Restaurant
The three Sioux Falls locations reopened dining rooms May 8 with 24/7 service. Curbside pickup is still an option, and delivery is available through Bite Squad and Grubhub.
Phnom Penh Restaurant
The dining room has reopened. Delivery through Bite Squad and takeout are available. Hours are 11 a.m to 2:30 p.m. and 4 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The restaurant will be closed June 14-24.
Dragon Asian Market
The market on East 10th Street has returned to regular hours of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. The kitchen has reopened. The owners are asking customers to wear masks and gloves in the store. No more than 10 customers can be inside at one time. Curbside pickup of orders remains available.
Someday Cafe
The Baltic restaurant will offer limited seating beginning June 4. It has been serving takeout only since the week of March 23. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
M.B. Haskett
The downtown restaurant is reopening May 30. Temporary hours will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the weekend and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. The downtown restaurant has reduced its capacity by half and is encouraging customers to call ahead to be placed on a seating list.
Mama’s Ladas and Mama’s Phried & Phillys
The two restaurants in downtown Sioux Falls reopened May 26 for takeout only. Hours for the enchilada shop are 11:15 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Mama’s Phried is open from 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
The seating area at the Brandon restaurant, which has been closed since March 25, is reopening May 25. Capacity will be at 50 percent and disposable menus will be used. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Detour Bar
The bar at 10th and Kiwanis, which has been closed since March 24, will reopen June 1.
Azteca Mexican Restaurant
The restaurant on Minnesota Avenue reopened its seating area May 23. Curbside pickup is still an option. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
Intoxibakes
The bakery in the Jones421 Building downtown, which has been closed since April 19, expects to reopen May 26.
Golden Bowl Chinese Restaurant
As of May 19, the restaurant on South Spring Avenue is closed on Tuesdays. Golden Bowl is open for takeout every other day of the week.
Fit Revolution Nutrition
Evening hours have returned to the Herbalife drink shop, which also recently reopened its seating area. Curbside pickup orders are still available.
Chuck E. Cheese
The business on South Louise Avenue has reopened its seating area and some of its games.
Inca Mexican Restaurant
The restaurant is reopening its dining room May 18 with limited seating. Temperature checks may be necessary before entering. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Curbside pickup and delivery are available. Order online at incamexicanrestaurantsf.com or by calling 367-1992.
Boss’ Pizzeria & Sports Bar
The restaurant in the Ramada Hotel and the Tiki Bar have reopened their seating areas. Hours are 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Curbside pickup is available.
Ruby Tuesday
The restaurant has reopened its seating area. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Online ordering is offered for takeout, and delivery is available through third-party services.
Squealer’s Smoke Shack
The seating area is open at the Tea restaurant, which will be moving into its new building soon. It has added delivery within five miles of the restaurant. Delivery is free on orders for more than $50. Otherwise, the fee is $3. Curbside pickup also is available.
Sneak peek: Squealer’s Smoke Shack’s new building with rooftop patio
Leonardo’s Cafe
The cafe in the Washington Pavilion will reopen its seating area May 18. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Emer-GenZ Eats & Treats and Sassy Cakes & Coffee
The 518 Marketplace has reopened the doors for shoppers and the seating area for the coffee shop. The drive-thru window remains open for purchases too. Sassy Cakes is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Emer-GenZ’s hours are noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The marketplace is closed Sunday and Monday.
Big J’s Roadhouse
The barbecue restaurants in Harrisburg and Humboldt have reopened their seating areas. Both offer delivery, and the Harrisburg location expanded its delivery area to include Lennox, Tea and most of Sioux Falls.
Olive Destination
The olive oil shop has reopened for customers to drop in. Fewer than 10 shoppers will be allowed in the store at one time. Customers are asked to wear a mask, follow social distancing guidelines and leave children at home. Curbside pickup is available.
Lam’s Vietnamese Restaurant
The restaurant, which has been closed since March 27, plans to reopen June 2 with limited seating. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Sioux Valley Grille
The Canton restaurant, which has been closed since March 27, will reopen May 21 with limited seating and following all CDC guidelines and local health recommendations. Curbside pickup will be available.
Crave American Kitchen & Sushi Bar
The restaurant inside the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown has reopened its dining room. Order online for curbside pickup or free delivery through DoorDash. Hours are 3 to 8 p.m. daily.
Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que of America
The restaurant will reopen its dining room May 15. Curbside pickup is available, along with delivery through Food Dudes and Bite Squad. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Fiero Pizza
The downtown restaurant has reopened its seating area.
The SandBar & Grill
The restaurant at Lake Lorraine has opened the patio, and the dining room is available with limited seating. Updated hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. Curbside pickup remains an option.
PizzaRev
The fast-casual restaurant has reopened its dining room with limited seating. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Order by phone or online for curbside pickup.
Kaladi’s Coffee Legend & Bistro
The restaurant at 26th and Minnesota will reopen its seating area May 14. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. through May 16. After that, Kaladi’s will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and 8 a..m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Delivery is available through Food Dudes.
Phillips Avenue Diner
Breakfast and Sunday hours are back at the downtown restaurant. New hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Delivery is available.
Wileys
The downtown bar and restaurant, which has been closed since April 1, reopened May 13 with a limited menu. New hours are 1 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
Tailgators Bar & Grill
The Brandon restaurant has reopened its dining room. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Curbside pickup continues to be an option. Delivery in Brandon is offered from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. It’s free for orders over $25 until further notice.
Casa del Rey
The Mexican restaurant, which has been closed since March 25, will reopen May 15. The buffet on Sunday has been suspended, but customers will be able to order from the menu, with a free dessert during brunch hours.
Minervas
The downtown restaurant reopened its dining room May 12. Because of limited seating, guests are asked to make reservations at 334-0386. Curbside pickup and delivery through Food Dudes will continue, along with family-style meals to go. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Morrie’s Steakhouse
The dining room reopened May 12. guests are asked to make reservations at 362-8125 because of limited seating. Curbside pickup and delivery will continue, along with family-style meals to go. Morrie’s pizza is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Grille 26
The dining room reopened May 12, and guests are asked to make reservations at 444-1716 because of limited seating. Curbside pickup and delivery through Food Dudes will continue, along with family-style meals to go. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Turks & Caicos Cabana Grille
The restaurant has reopened its dining rooms as of May 12. Curbside pickup and delivery through Food Dudes will continue, along with family-style meals to go. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Texas Roadhouse
The restaurant reopened its dining room May 12 with limited capacity. “The continued use of gloves and masks by all employees, social distancing, staggered seating and frequent sanitizing of high-touch areas are just some of these initiatives to provide you peace of mind.” Curbside pickup will continue to be offered. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The full menu is still available, along with new family meals and steaks that customers can grill at home.
Harrisburgers
The restaurant in Harrisburg reopened its dining room May 12.
Papa’s Pub & Eatery
The Dell Rapids restaurant will reopen its seating area May 19. Until then, limited seating is available at the bar, along with carryout. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, and 11 a.m to 9 pm. Thursday through Saturday. Delivery is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Dinner orders must be at least $50 for delivery. Kids meal prices are 99 cents. Papa’s also offers family-size meals of pasta dishes, with carryout available from 4 to 9 p.m.
Carpenter Bar
The downtown bar, which has been closed since March 17, has reopened. Hours are 3 p.m. to close Tuesday through Saturday. The patio will open soon, depending on the weather.
CNC Food Factory
The cafe inside Avera Fitness Center reopened its seating are May 11. Curbside pickup remains available.
212 The Boiling Point
After being closed since March 24, the Brandon bar and grill is reopening May 12.
Crawford’s Bar & Grill
The downtown restaurant is reopening May 12. Temporary hours will be 5 p.m. to close Monday through Thursday and 4 p.m. to close Friday and Saturday. “Hopefully if business picks up, we will be back to seven days a week again soon,” co-owner Tonya Graham said.
Outback Steakhouse
The restaurant is reopening its dining room at 4 p.m. May 12 with limited capacity. Curbside pickup and delivery also are available.
Red Robin
The restaurant will reopen its seating area at limited capacity May 12. Takeout and delivery also are available.
Calico Skies Vineyard & Winery
The winery near Canton has reopened its seating area.
The Willows
The restaurant at Willow Run Golf Course has reopened its seating area at 50 percent capacity. The patio also is open. Hours are 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
Woodys Pub & Grill
The business on Marion Road south of 16th Street, which has been closed since March 23, reopened May 8.
Roam Kitchen + Bar
The restaurant, which reopened May 4 with a curbside takeout menu, opened its dining room and patio May 8. “Dine-in is now available with new safe dining measures implemented, including limited seating capacity, social distancing, employee wellness protocols and extra sanitation measures wherever possible.” Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Curbside pickup remains as an option.
Tinner’s Public House
Tinner’s, which has been closed since March 31, reopened May 8. It will open at 11 a.m. daily and offered a limited menu. Breakfast will return May 16. “Our staff will be wearing gloves, and we are offering masks for them to wear as well. You will also notice plexiglass between the booths along with limited/spaced seating throughout the entire dining room and bar area. In addition, we will take extra sanitation measures in between each and every seating. We will also offer hand sanitizer and touchless menu options upon your entrance into the establishment. Furthermore, we will be taking our staff’s temperatures at the beginning of each shift.”
Chasers Food & Spirits
The bar and grill at 12th and Ellis reopened at 3 p.m. May 8. “We have really missed everyone! We will follow the guidelines put in place by using disposable plates and silverware. Paper menus for one-time use. Disinfect and sanitize each table, bar, chairs, etc. between customer use.”
Uppercut
The bar and grill near 10th and Cleveland, which has been closed since March 23, reopened May 8.
Tavern 180
The new restaurant and bar at 69th and Western reopened May 8 after closing in mid-March. It opens daily at 11 a.m.
Shenanigans Sports Bar & Grill
The restaurant at 26th and Ellis is reopening its seating area May 8. It will open daily at 11 a.m. but will determine a closing time based on traffic in the coming days. In addition to adhering to all social distancing guidelines from the city , Shenanigans is providing customers with a QR code that they will use with their smartphones to pull up a menu. Curbside pickup and delivery will remain as options. SINGO will be offered at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays.
CH Patisserie
As of May 8, the downtown bakery has reopened its seating area with a few tables and chairs removed to help with social distancing. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Online ordering and curbside pickup are available.
Sickies Garage
As of May 8, the restaurant has reopened its seating area. “We promise guests and employees that we shall meet or exceed local health regulations to provide a safe restaurant environment for all.” Sickies opens at 11 a.m. daily. Delivery is available.
TommyJacks
The downtown bar and grill, which has been closed since March 23, reopened May 8.
Blarney Stone Pub
The downtown restaurant and pub is reopening its seating area at 3 p.m. May 8 “while following social distancing protocols and sanitation standards. We look forward to seeing everyone back!” The full menu will return May 13, and the Sunday brunch will be back May 17. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. on the weekend. Curbside pickup remains as an option, and delivery is available through third-party services.
M.G. Oil Co. properties
As of May 8, the company is reopening its bars and restaurants in Sioux Falls that have been closed since March 25. The 18th Amendment, Bubba J’s Pub & Grub, The Alpine Inn, Billy Frogs Bar & Grill, The Liebrary Bar and The Red Eye Bar & Grill have reopened.
Alibi Bar & Grill
As of May 8, the business on the eastern edge of Sioux Falls has expanded its seating area to allow more than 10 patrons, but 6-foot social distancing guidelines remain in effect. Tables should be limited to four to six people. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Takeout and curbside pickup are available.
Overtime Sports Grill & Bar
As of May 8, the bar and restaurant is expanding its seating area at a “near to normal capacity” following city guidelines with tables 6 feet apart and no more than six in a party. “We have limited staff at this time so seating may be limited for a time. So get here early, and let’s get back to good times with all of our good friends!” Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Curbside pickup remains available.
Northstar Grill & Pub
The restaurant will reopen part of its dining room May 8. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Online ordering has been added to Northstar’s website, and family meals have been added to the menu. Curbside pickup is still available.
Fuddruckers
The restaurant is expanding its dining room capacity May 8, with “all safety precautions in place.” Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Takeout, curbside pickup and delivery are still available.
Buffalo Ridge Brewing
The Hartford brewery reopened the seating area in the taproom and on the patio May 7. “Tables are spaced 6 feet apart and seating its limited per table. Please do not move chairs. Take turns ordering via social distancing at the bar and have patients, please!” The kitchen isn’t operating, but customers are allowed to bring in food. “Please consider carryout/delivery options from the dining establishments that are currently operating in Hartford/Humboldt. Our friends would appreciate your support as well!” Updated hours as of June are 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, and 2 to 10 p.m. Saturday. Growlers and bottles of wine can be ordered online for carryout.
Bin 201
The downtown wine bar reopens at 3 p.m. May 8.
BB’s Pub N Grill
The 49th Street bar and restaurant, which has been closed since March 27, will reopen May 8.
Club David
The downtown bar, which has been closed since March 23, reopens at 4 p.m. May 8. The upper level and patio will be open, with a maximum capacity of 50 people. The main level and dance floor will remain closed for now. “Please be respectful of the staff, if they are at the limit of patrons allowed at the time. Take precautions with yourself, and be respectful of those around you. We will see how the weekend goes, and take it one week at a time. If anyone has any doubts or concerns, feel free to stay home, and come out to play at a later date. We are going to do the best we can during this time.”
Granite City Food & Brewery
The restaurant is reopening its seating area, bar and patio at 3 p.m. May 11. “Here is what you can expect from us. Safe seating following state-mandated social distancing guidelines. We have limited our capacity by 50 percent, creating open space, yet comfortable. We have trained all our associates on proper personal sanitation practices. We will have full-time coverage of associates whose sole focus will be sanitizing. All tables, menus, and chairs will be wiped down and sanitized after each guest visit. All associates will have been checked for temperature and virus-related health issues before every shift. All associates will wear masks and gloves. We have trained our associates on proper guest interaction protocols. Our silverware will come to you in a plastic sleeve.”
Krav’n
The south-side restaurant, which has been closed since March 22, is reopening May 11. “We will be adhering to the City Council guidelines. Tables will be 6 feet apart, and no more than six adults at a table.” Krav’n has added online ordering.
Cody’s Smokehouse
The barbecue restaurant on South Louise Avenue, which has been closed since March 23, is reopening May 12 with limited seating, takeout and catering.
Nick’s Gyros
The restaurant on 41st Street, which moved to drive-thru-only service March 26, said May 8 that it’s not planning to reopen its dining room yet.
Szechwan Chinese Restaurant
The two locations remain open for takeout only.
Sakura Sushi
The new restaurant at Lake Lorraine is open for curbside pickup only from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Call to order or use Sakura’s online platform.
Ode to Food & Drinks
The restaurant in Cherapa Place downtown reopened its dining room May 11 for lunch and dinner.
Poppadox Pub
The bar, which closed March 21, reopened May 4. Updated hours are 11 to 2 a.m. Thursday through Sunday and 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Wednesday.
Giliberto’s Mexican Taco Shop
The 41st and Sertoma has a drive-thru window that’s open from 9 a.m. to midnight daily. The East 10th drive-thru is open from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m. daily. Customers at the Minnesota Avenue store can order at the counter 24/7 except for the weekend when it closes at midnight Fridays and Saturdays until 9 the next morning to avoid crowding issues with late-night bar patrons. Delivery from all three locations is available through third-party services.
The Source Roastery+Taproom
The downtown coffee shop and bar, which has been closed since April 5, will reopen at 7:30 a.m. May 7. Since the start of the pandemic, The Source has launched the online purchase of coffee beans.
Golf Addiction
Food Truck Tuesdays won’t start in May, but they’ll be held every Tuesday in June instead of every other week and then move biweekly beginning July 14. At Golf Addiction, carryout and curbside service has been extended from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Each day, a $6 meal deal is offered in addition to the full menu. Six-packs of beer also are available. Free sack lunches are available for kids.
Fuji Sushi & Hibachi Grill
The restaurant reopens May 1. Order takeout online at fujisiouxfalls.com.
Pinz
The owners of the Dell Rapids bowling alley and cafe have decided to take a “slight intermission” and will be closed from May 3 through Aug. 3.
Pita Pit
The three Sioux Falls locations have returned to regular hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Online ordering is available at pitapitusa.com. Delivery is available.
Hy-Vee Mealtime to Go
Hy-Chi and other hot meals can be ordered online and picked up curbside. Take-and-bake meals also are available. Options vary by store.
Philippine Oriental Food Store
The market on North Minnesota Avenue has added curbside service.
Chef Jeni & Company
The catering service has started making take-and-bake family meals. New menus will be posted weekly. Order by 2 p.m. Tuesday for pickup Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Bottles of wine and sweets also are available.
Swamp Daddy’s Cajun Kitchen
The restaurant in the Jones421 Building downtown has added curbside service. New lunch hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Dinner is served from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Lava’s Coffee & Cafe
New hours are 6:30 a.m. to noon Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Curbside pickup is available.
Power Plate Meals
The North Dakota-based prepared-meal business has added a separate website for in-store pickup meals. Curbside pickup is available. New hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The seating area is closed, but customers can microwave a meal to go. Customers who want meals shipped by UPS to their homes can order at the original website.
Jacky’s Burrito Express
New hours for the 12th Street restaurant are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Customers can call to place an order and have it waiting for pickup.
Poppy’s Popcorn Co.
The shop has added delivery service through Speedee Delivery. Orders of $50 or more will be shipped for free to addresses in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Illinois. Smaller orders ship for a flat rate of $7.50. U.S. Postal Service and UPS options remain available. Poppy’s hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Roll’n Pin
While the restaurant on Russell Street is temporarily closed for remodeling, Roll’n Pin is using its catering kitchen in the former Tre Lounge at 33rd and Spring for individual meals and family packs that are available for curbside pickup or free delivery. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Order online. Catering options remain available.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Curbside pickup and contactless delivery are available in addition to counter service. Orders can be placed by phone or online. Adjusted hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.
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Steak-Out
The business has added contact-free pickup and delivery options.
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Tasteas
The drink shop reopened March 25 for takeout. Employees are wearing face masks.
Khorasan Kabob House
The Afghan restaurant has added free in-house delivery on orders of $25 or more within 15 minutes of the restaurant on Marion Road. Customers also can order through DoorDash.
Little Caesars
The pizza chain offers contact-free pickup and delivery.
Burger King
The national chain has closed its seating areas but the drive-thrus are open, and delivery is available. Curbside pickup also is available through the app or BK.com.
Boss’ Pizza & Chicken
The dining areas have been closed. The delivery area has been expanded to include Harrisburg. Contactless delivery is available for those who order by phone and pay with a credit card. In addition to staff who prepare the food, delivery drivers are now wearing gloves. Curbside pickup also is available. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. daily.
Jimmy John’s
Some locations have added no-contact pickup shelves for online orders. Those without are offering curbside pickup unless there’s a drive-thru. Delivery remains available.
Breadsmith
Curbside pickup is available.
Be Right Bites
The retail storefront at The Bridges on 57th is closed to the public, but the protein balls are still available in other stores. Online orders get a 10 percent discount with the code STOCKED.
Cold Stone Creamery
The ice cream shop has closed its seating area but remains open for takeout of items from its pre-made display case or custom orders. Online ordering is available, and curbside pickup is an option.
Hardee’s
The national chain is offering only drive-thru service.
A&W Restaurant & KFC
The restaurant on East 10th Street is offering drive-thru only service.
Godfather’s Pizza
The restaurant has closed its dining room. Carryout and delivery are still available. Contact-free delivery also is an option.
Wendy’s
The national chain has closed its seating areas, but the drive-thrus are open. Delivery is available through Grubhub and Postmates.
Bagel Boy
Free delivery on orders of $25 or more. Delivery available from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
McDonald’s
The national chain has closed its seating areas. In addition to drive-thru service, delivery is available.
Caribou Coffee
The chain has closed its seating areas.
Denny’s
The national chain moved away from 24-hour service beginning March 22, closing at 10 p.m. daily. Online ordering is available, along with delivery. Get the details on Denny’s commitment to sanitation and social distancing here.
OG Greens
The restaurant in the Jones421 Building downtown is offering curbside pickup and delivery through DoorDash and Food Dudes. Meal prep services also are available.
Popeyes
The national chain is offering free delivery on initial orders through its app and online. Contactless pickup is available through the drive-thru or in the store by ordering through the app.
Scooter’s Coffee
The regional chain has closed its seating areas.
Wingstop
Wingstop has closed its dining rooms.
Jersey’s Mikes Subs
Jersey Mike’s Subs is offering carry-out and delivery only. Delivery fees are waived for orders placed through its app and for all catering jobs.
Marco’s Pizza
All Marco’s locations in South Dakota are open for delivery and carryout, including contactless delivery and curbside pickup.
The Spice & Tea Exchange
The Spice & Tea Exchange has changed its protocols within the store, closing lids for its jars and candles and stopping sampling. Some self-service items will be kept behind the counter. The downtown store also is offering to deliver its products to people who prefer to stay home — but plan to be cooking more than normal. Call 605-310-8182. Orders will be taken by phone and delivered on Tuesday and Friday. Curbside pickup also is available during store hours.
Flyboy Donuts
Flyboy Donuts is offering free delivery to health care centers and assisted living/nursing facilities. Use the code DeliverSmiles when ordering. Order before midnight for delivery the next day.
Toppers Pizza
Toppers Pizza is reminding customers they can fill out delivery instructions when they order for contact-free delivery. Curbside pickup also is available.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
The national chain has implemented several increased safety standards, including the use of tamper-evident stickers on delivery bags and offering contactless pickup, including curbside, at shops for orders placed through its app or online.
Rudy M. Navarrete’s Tex-Mexican Restaurant
The restaurant closed permanently March 24. “I was walking a tightrope the past six months. I was optimistic, but the bank wasn’t,” owner Rudy Navarrete said. He put the building on the market and found a buyer.
Papa Woody’s Wood Fired Pizza
The restaurant in the Jones421 Building downtown has added curbside pickup.
