1481 Grille

Wow, this place was solid. Came because it was open on Sundays (not much else is)…read more Prime rib sandwich (they have these on Sundays?) utterly satisfying. Chislic steak bites was good - not the most flavorful, but again, satisfying. I got the Cabaret fries instead of regular fries and enjoyed them - basically fried chunks of baked potato. It's a divey bar-restaurant (in the best way possible) - hugely surpassed expectations. Great value. Would happily return!

Small town bar has turned into a rude unfriendly non-respectable bar/restaurant. Male bartender…read morecouldn't smile and didn't care to wait on anyone. The atmosphere was horrible. The waitress took a $30 winning lottery ticket and said she didn't know where it went And she wouldn't look for it. We were in there for 2 hours and we couldn't take it. It was like these people were from another land. They couldn't smile and they barely wanted to talk. This was my hometown it used to be a fantastic little bar. They have ruined it.

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Greeny's

5.0(1 review)

60.6 mi

Been going to this place since it opened great food, Lana and don run this place and it more grille…read morethan bar must stop

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Yessica’s

3.9(27 reviews)

16.9 mi

Would not recommend dining in this restaurant. We were the only customers at 7pm on a Saturday…read morenight. We pulled up and saw young people surprised to see us. Our young waitress had a wine glass and drank from it quick. Then we walk in and it seemed normal. But after we ordered it was out of control with those 3 teenagers on phones and broadcasting some kind of social media interaction. They were extremely loud and obnoxious while we tried to enjoy our date. It was an expensive date. The food was delicious but the atmosphere was torture. The boss didn't seem to have control over his people. We left 10 mins after we got our food. The teens were unbearable to be around. We have teens of our own and this was our date night. Order take out. The food is good.

The food was very, very good. We ordered the bruschetta, calamari, al pastor street tacos, penne…read morealla vodka, shrimp diabla, tortellini pasta, and chocolate fudge cake-all were great! The service was very good and checked on us often. The vibe inside was good too, and it was very surprisingly vacant for how good the food was.

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The fajitas trio

La Playita

4.2(19 reviews)

60.7 mi

Food and service was amazing ! Came for my son's birthday per his request and he loved it !read more

Service and food great I recommend, they call me boy, good service I'll go back Shayread more

Shrimp boil. Done very well!

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Los Tapatios

4.7(18 reviews)

24.3 mi

Just. Get. The. Molcajete…read more Ridiculously, fantastically, improbably delicious. Cute little place that's an unexpected gem. So happy we found it!

Always fast and delicious. They took care of our big group with ease. We sat outside and it was…read morevery nice.

#1 on our dinner menu - it's the most unique dish in town. You've got to check it out!

Fajitas, anyone??

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What do Mexicans order? The #7 Mojarra Frita, of course! Talapia is fried whole and served with rice, beans, special salad & tortillas!

Knotty Pine Supper Club

4.1(18 reviews)

30.5 mi

We have been dining at the Knotty Pine since 1981. We go at least more than twice a month…read more Every time we've been there we've been glad we made the visit. All there menu items are excellent. If you visit them for the first time, it will not be your last.

Don't have time to get all dressed up but you want a fine steak, at a GREAT price AND with great…read moreservice? Willing to drive a little outside Brookings town limits? Knotty Pine Supper Club is where you need to go. Fact: Go to Knotty Pine and you will not leave there without having a great steak and you should still have money to go out on Main Street when you get back to Brookings, SD. We went here after a long day at The Summit League Tournament and we didn't have time to change into a collared shirt but they let us right in without any judgment. I will go back every time I'm near Brookings, SD

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Prime Rib

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Nice place!

Jack's Meat Market

5.0(1 review)

24.3 mi

I grew up in Madison eating the high quality food from Jack's meat market! I moved to California 7…read moreyears ago. My wife and I still order jerky from Jerad! It's the only thing they'll ship across country but it's hands down, with out a doubt the best jerky on planet earth! All the food at Jack's is always the highest quality! I highly recommend shopping there!

From the owner: Custom butchering. Specialty retail meats, cheeses, seafood, and poultry.read more

Family owned and operated

Competitive prices

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A happy animal tastes better

La Cantina

3.9(30 reviews)

18.4 mi

One of our best Mexican meals. We came with our grandson and we each enjoyed our meal. Service was…read morequick and pleasant. Friendly staff and the atmosphere is great. We will definitely come again if we pass through this area.

Honestly? Some of the best Mexican food I've ever had...and I've been to Mexico more than 30 times…read more I had the carnitas....they were amazing. The other two people with me said their food was some of the best they had ever had also

Cesar salad with steak

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Fresh guacamole

2nd Street Station

3.3(20 reviews)

37.7 mi

Service and food was absolute s*** got mushrooms and onions on my steak which was a prime and my…read morePrime tasted like ass. The mushrooms and onions were barely cooked they were just like seared from raw on a hot griddle which is not but that's supposed to be and one of the bartenders or servers was clearly drunk kept taking my food and drink away while I was actively enjoying it

I would normally give this 3 stars anywhere else, but relative to other restaurants here in…read moreWatertown, I bumped it up an additional star. There's plenty of parking on the street or the parking lot adjoining. Approach is open and the door is obvious. Ambiance inside is interesting; open area, semi-dimly litt with the bar to left and more table and booth seating to the right and there's a step down separate room for private events, further underpins the steak joint atmosphere. The menu options covers land, sea and air and my paaps and I landed on air and myself went with turf. The meat dish the filet oscar was perfectly cooked to medium rare with lobster, shrimp, asparagus topped off with hollandaise sauce. The chicken breast was the same quality and the dad added a side of wild rice. Wine menu is descent for the area and I ended up with a pinot that was a nice accompaniment to the steak. I've been coming to this town for quite some time and didn't know about this place, so will add it to my go to place and would recommend to anyone looking for a descent, quiet restaurant here in Watertown.

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10 oz prime rib and shrimp skewers for $21...pretty good

Tables Steakhouse

4.7(6 reviews)

25.8 mi

Love this place! The service is always friendly, and the food is fresh. We ordered the Smoked Gouda…read moreBurger (I added garlic aioli) and the Triple Threat, and both were delicious. It's so nice to have a local spot with genuinely great food when you want to eat out. We'll definitely be back!

Arrived with a starving group of four. Ordered drinks and the appetizer of pub chips. They came out…read morehot and so delicious. We all were in heaven. I ordered the flatiron steak with hash browns and a side salad. The salad had perfectly fresh greens with large slices of cucumber and a couple cherry tomatoes. Couldn't have asked for anything better except maybe a couple croutons. The steak had a bourbon glaze, was cooked to a perfect medium and ever so tender. I had to share a bite with everyone because it was that amazing. The rest of the group was just as happy with their food. Chislic with steak fries, Tuscan pasta with chicken and BOMB burger. Everyone raved. If you are within 30 miles of Castlewood, EAT HERE. You will not be disappointed.

Smoked Gouda Burger & Triple Threat Sandwich

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R F.

3 years ago

Let's start with the positives. The food served at this restaurant was decent. The staff was great. However, my dining experience was overshadowed by the owner's demeanor towards his staff. I witnessed him yelling at the employees, in front of customers. Not only was this unprofessional, but it also created an uncomfortable atmosphere. It's important to create a positive work environment, as it directly affects the overall experience for both staff and customers. The employees seemed visibly stressed and demotivated, which inevitably affected the service quality. It's unfortunate that such an unpleasant working environment can impact the overall dining experience for customers. A positive and respectful environment is crucial for any successful establishment. In addition to my previous point, I would like to include another concerning incident that has recently occurred. It came to my attention that the owner not only yelled at his employees but also handled an employee's two weeks' notice in a highly unprofessional manner. I witnessed firsthand, a young high school girl who had responsibly given a two weeks' notice, (due to the unprofessional management and poor wages) was shortly removed from all her shifts for the next two weeks by the owner and was told to turn in her work attire. This type of behavior is not only disrespectful to the employee but also reflects poorly on the management and the overall work culture of the establishment. It left a sour taste in my mouth, as it demonstrated a lack of understanding and appreciation for the dedication and commitment of the staff. It is disheartening to see an employer disregard proper protocols and fail to recognize the efforts of their employees. Such actions not only undermine the morale of the entire team but also diminish the trust that customers have in the establishment. I strongly urge the owner to reflect on these incidents and take the necessary steps to rectify the situation. Treating employees with respect and dignity should be a priority for any business owner. A healthy work environment translates into better service and a more enjoyable dining experience for customers. Considering the multiple concerns raised, including the owner's behavior towards both employees and the mishandling of a two weeks' notice, I must further caution potential patrons about the overall atmosphere of this restaurant. Until significant improvements are made, I find it difficult to recommend dining or working at this establishment. read more

Bob H.

1 year ago

The food was OK on the second time coming to this place. But the fat bearded bartender was a complete ASSHOLE that and the fact there was a drunk dude wandering around the bar that was super creepy. We come here fishing every year and I don't think I'll ever come back read more

Derrick W.

1 year ago

Food is Huge Here! Always Friendly Staff! Never Leave Hungry! Music is always playing in the background, making a nice private experience. read more

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