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RESTAURANTS

Best Restaurants in Sioux Falls

Updated October 2026 · 10 places · Sioux Falls

These locally owned Sioux Falls restaurants span Ethiopian, Mediterranean, Brazilian, Mexican, Italian-inspired, and contemporary American dining. Each listing is physically in Sioux Falls and has a current official site or recent listing confirming its location or operation; check the linked page for current details before visiting.

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Minervas

$$$

301 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

classic dinner and special occasions

Minervas is a downtown restaurant with a varied menu and a full-service dining room. Its salad bar, attentive service, and dishes such as duck and walleye are frequently praised by diners.

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Carnaval Brazilian Grill

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2401 S Carolyn Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Brazilian steakhouse dining

Carnaval is a Brazilian-style steakhouse serving a meal centered on meats brought to the table by servers. Reviewers praise the meat selection and roasted pineapple, though some mention waits or inconsistent experiences.

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Lalibela

$$

200 S Kiwanis Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Ethiopian food

Lalibela is an Ethiopian restaurant serving traditional dishes with injera. Reviewers highlight its stews, injera, and combination plates, as well as the chance to eat with your hands.

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Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen

$$

600 N Main Ave, Suite 110, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

creative sandwiches

Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen is a casual restaurant focused on sandwiches, soups, salads, and sides. Local dining coverage describes its sandwiches as creative and notes a rotating selection of local craft beers.

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Parker’s Bistro

$$$

210 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

date night

Parker’s Bistro is a downtown bistro offering dinner service. It has strong diner ratings, and its current site confirms the address and evening service.

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Sanaa’s Gourmet Mediterranean

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401 E 8th St, Suite 100, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Mediterranean lunch

Sanaa’s Gourmet serves Mediterranean food at its downtown restaurant, with lunch service and a Saturday buffet. Reviewers praise fresh, flavorful dishes and its range of vegetarian and gluten-free options.

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R Wine Bar

$$$

322 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

wine and dinner

R Wine Bar is a downtown wine bar and restaurant with lunch and dinner service. Its official site lists its Sioux Falls address and current kitchen hours.

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Jacky’s Restaurant

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3308 E 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Mexican and Filipino-influenced favorites

Jacky’s is a locally operated restaurant with a Sioux Falls location on East 10th Street. Its site and customer reviews mention Mexican dishes alongside items such as wet burritos and chicken fried rice.

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Roots of Brasil

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201 N Weber Ave, Unit 101, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

Brazilian lunch or dinner

Roots of Brasil serves Brazilian food at its Sioux Falls location on North Weber Avenue. Review and directory listings confirm the address and list regular daytime-to-evening service.

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ODE to Food & Drinks

$$$

200 E 8th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

contemporary American dining

ODE to Food & Drinks is a downtown restaurant and bar with lunch and dinner service. Diners frequently praise its Bloody Mary bar and some dishes, including salmon and steak, while reviews also note occasional inconsistency.