We had a ground of 15 so we reserved a table. We came around 4:430pm and they gave us a beeper. When our group was all here at 5pm, we were seated promptly with a table prepared. It was already completely filled in the bar with wait times until 6:30pm at that point. Come early or reserve if you have a big group! There are two dinner options for adults - bacon wrapped steak and a German noodles dish. The bacon wrapped steak was great and also came with a wedge salad. The prices were incredible at about $20 per entree. It does have a strong bacon flavor so you have to be sure to enjoy that flavor. There was a hotdog option for kids and a vegetarian menu. The dessert menu was extension with more than 10 items. I had the napoleon and it was light, airy, and flaky. Everyone was happy with their desserts and the price was around $7 per item. Overall, it was a fun experience with decent food in this small town. I would come back and I recommend you try it! read more

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Suckered in by all the touristy advertising. If you want to get in with the first seating be there at least an hour before opening, check in and sit on the porch. Or just come when you want and hope to get in with only an hour wait. Regardless of some of the advertising there is nothing German about the place except the name. I'm from Chicago where we have a long history of real German food. But nobody comes for that anyway because the menu had like 3 things. 2 sizes of filet mignon which they promote being the cheapest which they are or pasta primavera which was a huge serving and looked decent. Should've opted for the larger one but as we age we just aren't eating that much. The meat was dry and overcooked, Easily the worst filet mignon either of us has ever had. The waitress was not rude though not welcoming or friendly but mostly just slow, both mentally and physically. Something about the area in general is they don't offer much if anything in the way of vegetables with meals. A problem for some health issues. Here we saw a couple order the pasta with 2 steaks and picked the veggies out of it. On the whole a very disappointing experience to end an otherwise wonderful trip. read more

Oh my'! Amazing!! THIS! Lives up to every bit (and more$ of hype I have seen!the food is amazing! There are two selections ((is was beef and German vegetarian) plus desert options! The. Desert selection is phenomenal! Service was above and beyond. The beautiful dining area just added to the experience. Arrive early 4:00 PM (no reservations) to get on the list for dining @5:00 and it's incredibly busy, especially one weekends. Enjoy the bar and. German pretzel! read more

We stayed in Hill City just to eat here. Let me say it didn't disappoint. It's packed so unless you go at 4:00 to get on the list expect an hour or more wait. The restaurant opens at 5:00 but the lounge opens at 4:00. Nice place to unwind after a day of exploring the area. The star here is the bacon wrapped filet mignon. It was tender and cooked perfectly. The menu is limited to two items, but the filet is what you come for. The lettuce wedge with homemade ranch dressing is excellent. The desserts are awesome. read more

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The food was delicious everyone eats the same meal for only $20 it's so delicious the salad the filet mignon the atmosphere the customer service very conveniently situated in the main busy area of Hill city. We got there at 8:30 and we ate comfortably up until closing time. We're definitely go by again. read more

We always make sure to eat at the Inn while visiting this beautiful part of the country. We were there the night of the restaurant reopening after their winters break. The staff is always super nice, friendly and efficient. The bacon wrapped filet is always cooked perfectly (medium rare, any other way is blasphemy;)) and you must save room for dessert! The bread pudding, as described by my daughter, is a million out of 10! P.S. It is cash only, and there is an ATM available if need be. read more

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We came for the German food but all they serve at dinner is steak and a pasta dish. We were very disappointed. The website did not mention that the German food is only served for lunch. read more

We visited for dinner before heading to Mount Rushmore for the evening. The streamlined dinner menu offers a filet or a vegetarian spaetzle dish which are value priced and a really good value for the meals. It's also a great change from the typical burger and sandwich restaurants which are popular in the area. The restaurant itself is in a historical building that is nicely decorated however the dining experience is rushed so it's difficult to enjoy the ambiance. The dessert menu features about 25 homemade options and we shared the bread pudding which was a delicious treat to finish off the meal. The lunch menu looks really good and if we find ourselves back here we will try to be in Hill city at lunchtime to try the lunch menu. Would definitely eat here again Our server was Maddie who was extremely friendly and efficient ensuring all her tables were attended to. Note: they only take cash or check and have an atm if u need it read more

Food was terrible and waitress a disaster. Dark and old interior. They actually have an ATM machine because they only take cash!

Had to wait over an hour an a half to get a table. And then to find out you had only 2 entree's to choose from and only one was German. If you're going to classify as a German restaurant then have many more options of German food. We will never waste our time going to this restaurant again. read more

Food was good. Prices were good. Ambiance was good. STAFF WAS RUDE. You're literally in hospitality. The old lady receptionist in particular. If you hate your job so much quit. Or is this one of those places that thinks it's ok to treat people poorly? You're in hill city, calm down. read more

Best Steak Ever! I've had plenty of steaks and these are the best anywhere. We ate here 25 and again 24 years ago and had to go back. So glad we did!!! They got even better which is unbelievable, but it was! Plus, the desert was awesome also! We all got something different and they were all great, but my wife got the bread pudding with ice cream and she got the best one. We got served fast and friendly. All 5 of us loved it! read more

The main attraction is their filet mignon dinner for $20. This draws a crowd so unless you arrive before opening, you're in for a wait although service is quick. I ordered my steak medium rare and it arrived very rare - not my preferred doneness but I didn't complain. The wedge salad was good. Their dessert list was rather extensive and tasty. The service staff were friendly and efficient. The atmosphere is old west memorabilia. read more

Read so many positive reviews for the Alpine Inn, we had to try the first opportunity we had. Many good options on the menu and we decided to try the German Platte and the Croissant Parisenne. Healthy portions and the flavors were very good. Our server was excellent and running circles around some of the other staff members. We sat on the patio which was nice on a beautiful day with a breeze however very noisy due to street traffic. Overall, good experience and recommend to others and will return if the opportunity arises. read more

This place is iconic in Hill City so we knew we had to go. The building is quaint and charming, a beautiful setting for dinner. It's an old school German restaurant that's been doing things the right way for a long time. They are cash only- no reservations so be prepared. This place gets busy, but they do have a bar area and patio to hangout on if you have to wait. We chose to eat here on a Tuesday and we were seated immediately. The dinner menu is simple (meat or vegetarian option) and I kind of loved it. However they do offer a wider variety of food for lunch. We shared a bottle of wine and ordered the 9oz steaks. Everything was simple yet delicious. For $19.95 it's a hell of a meal! Do not skip dessert here. The bread pudding is a standout 10/10 would eat again, but they have many options. We loved our experience and will eat at the Alpine Inn anytime we're in Hill City. read more

If you don't like steak don't even bother. Go elsewhere. The menu has worked for years and they aren't changing it for you. The price is right. We waited less than 10 minutes and everything was great. Desserts are their specialty so get that too! Cash only. read more

Historic Charm and Flavor That Lingers! What a delightful discovery during our Black Hills adventure--the Alpine Inn in Hill City stole our hearts (and stomachs) from the first step inside. We popped in for a quick lunch bite, and it turned into the highlight of our day, pulling us back for more the very next morning. The interior is straight out of a storybook: rustic wooden beams, vintage decor, and that incredible history woven into every corner--it's like stepping back in time to the Gold Rush era, with tales of miners and pioneers that the staff shares so passionately. We started with the meat and cheese board (generous portions of local cured meats, sharp cheeses, and fresh accompaniments that had us scraping the plate clean) paired with a steaming bowl of New England Clam Chowder--creamy, chunky with tender clams, and just the right kick of herbs. Comfort food at its finest! But the real showstopper? Their sauerkraut. Fresh off a trip to Germany, we were craving a comparison and spotted it on the menu. No time to linger at lunch, so we dashed back the next day for an order to go. One bite (okay, we couldn't wait till the car), and wow--over the top! Tangy, perfectly fermented, with that authentic crunch and depth of flavor that rivaled (and maybe even edged out) what we savored in Bavaria. We kicked ourselves for not grabbing a few more orders to enjoy on our way home to Denver! read more

Alpine Inn - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

The food and ambience are great and our service was well above outstanding. The decor has a lot of original German designs and products. We drove over 1500 miles to get here and been planning a trip specifically to add this restaurant to our list. They did not disappoint. read more

Be aware, cash only!!! We had no idea and scraped together the last bit of cash we had on hand to pay, I wish it would be clearly noted coming right up to the hostess stand. Just charge an extra 3% and finally arrive in 2025 and accept card. Service was ok, she had a lot going on and the patio was full. I ordered a Schnitzel with sauce on the side, it ended up on the schnitzel making the breading soggy. The cheese spätzle, were really the highlight of the plate, I'm still unsure what sauerkraut was doing on a Schnitzel plate? It's usually served with sausages, but definitely not with schnitzel. The small salad with vegetables was also very minimalistic, not the mixed side salad I came to expect from European restaurants. Overall, it could be better, but it's a busy place and at least something else than burgers and sandwiches. The location is right in town and they have a nice patio to sit outside, parking is street only. read more

This is a must try for the dinner hour. Featuring a 17.99 6oz filet or a 19.99 9 oz filet including a wedge salad, baked potato and Texas toast. Be sure to check in and get your pager at 4pm for a 5pm start to dinner seating. Desserts are fantastic and remember cash only. read more

Alpine Inn - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

Delicious Food and unique atmosphere! Generous Portions Helpful Tip: Cash Only, ATM on-site read more

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We love Alpine Inn and often make the drive up from Rapid City just to get our filet mignon fix. I'm honestly baffled when people say it's expensive--you can't even buy a decent steak at the grocery store for under $20 these days! In my opinion, it's very reasonably priced, and the prices haven't changed in all the years we've been coming. The dinner menu is simple, with just two options, but I have no complaints--the quality speaks for itself. The lunch menu is much larger, though we usually stick to dinner. The desserts are absolutely delicious, but I almost always have to take mine to go because I'm so full! My son's friend, who's a foreign exchange student from Germany, even commented that the food felt very authentic. If you're in Hill City, don't miss this place--it's a classic for a reason. read more

The aesthetic to this place is great. The food has some ups, but overall was pretty mediocre and a bit expensive. A very limited menu - only 2 choices for dinner! The vegetables on one meal were pretty good. The other meal, the baked potato wasn't baker well and the steak wasn't cooked to the right temperature. The salad and ranch dressing were very good though. Staff were nice and service was quick. You can only pay in cash, and they do have an ATM on site. You then take your check up to the front and then you go and pay at the cashier. It's an unorthodox set up. People around us were getting desserts and seemed to like them, but we didn't try it as our dinner was only okay. read more

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Simple; salad wedge, bacon wrapped filet mignon, potato. Delicious. Reasonable. Check in early get a pager & have a drink in the lounge. Tip: Cash only. There is a ATM in the lounge. read more

Alpine Inn - 9oz filet mignon, baked potato & Texas toast. - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

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Ah, Alpine Inn, one of the most recommended restaurants in the Black Hills. Famous for their limited menu for dinner (only two entree choices) and being cash only in an old-timey spot - what could go wrong? On a Mid-October weekday, we decided to drop in for dinner. By 6:30PM, when we arrived, there was a huge number of people waiting outside for seats. We put our names in and an estimate of 30-40 minutes was given. Luckily we were in within about 10 minutes and since we had our orders picked out already, everything went quickly. No, seriously - since they have such a streamlined menu, everything goes quick here. Most of the food served at Alpine Inn is very efficiently batch cooked rather than made to order, so the waiters can bring out your food literally within a couple of minutes. All entrees come with a wedge salad. In this case, the laziest wedge salad I've ever seen. Literally a wedge of iceberg absolutely doused in the most generic tasting ranch imaginable. They say it's homemade, I say it's made from a powdered seasoning mix. They ladle on so much dressing that it feels like you might as well be drinking a cup of ranch. Not to mention that the iceberg lettuce itself is quite haphazardly chopped, resulting in scraggly bits of lettuce sticking out every which way. I completely regret eating this salad - the ranch taste permeated every bite I had for the rest of the meal. This wasn't helped by the fact that they don't give you new utensils when you get the main entree, so be prepared to have the ranch dressing infest your steak as well.(2/5) Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon, 9oz ($17.95) - The filet itself is cooked medium rare, very tender with decent flavor. Less than $18 for this piece of meat, plus everything else, is an absolute steal. There's a piece of bacon wrapped around the meat, which I found totally unnecessary. Since the fat doesn't get rendered out much, the bacon is flabby and chewy. For some reason they had a random piece of lettuce trimming under the steak, like a sad piece of garnish. The filet comes with a baked potato - very typical, nothing special. In a cup on the side they give you a thick sour cream-like sauce that's quite herbaceous tasting, mixed with chives, that goes perfectly on top of the potato. Finally, they give you a piece of toast, which isn't fresh at all and instead is cold and soggy. (4/5) Kaes Spaetzle Primavera ($15.95) - This dish is pure butter. First a pool of butter on the bottom of the bowl, then chewy spaetzel, a layer of melted cheese, and finally steamed veggies on top including zucchini, squash, bell pepper, and carrot. It's a very simple dish that can be put together in minutes. A lot of chefs say "fat is flavor" but in this case, there's a ridiculous amount of fat drowning the dish out and yet it still tastes very bland. Again, there's a random piece of lettuce, this time underneath the spaetzle bowl, and a sad cold piece of toast on the side. I feel like this dish is a complete afterthought - like they originally only had filet mignon on the dinner menu but people complained about not having a vegetarian option so they begrudgingly added this dish. (2/5) Overall this meal felt like a child's concept of a fancy dinner with the exceptionally dim lighting, the way everything is served, the food selection, and the plate construction. Is Alpine Inn worth going to if you're in the area? Sure, given that it's a pretty good deal especially for the filet mignon and the fact that it's a Black Hills institution. Would I personally ever visit again? No way. Bathrooms: Two absolutely tiny restrooms near the entrance. I have no idea how they manage to fit multiple stalls/urinals in such a small space. read more

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Had dinner with friends while staying at the KOA in hill city SD. Looking at the menu online before arriving I thought it must not have been current. Limited menu options but didn't matter because it was a filet or pasta. It was showing a bacon-wrapped filet for $19.95. It was very good, service was very good, prices were amazing. 3 of us had dinner, glasses of wine and desserts and the bill was less than $130!!! It was busy but the staff did a great job keeping up. Highly recommend. read more

The Alpine Inn is a must go to if you're in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The food is amazing. Dinner is fantastic but lunch is amazing. Don't forget to get dessert even if you have to take it to go. You won't be disappointed. The service is exceptional and the ambience is beautiful. A Big Bang for your buck! 10/10. read more

We really enjoyed the lunch we had here. We are going back today. I understand only German food is served at lunch and we wanted to try it. Our friend who is German liked it too. She said the potato salad was like her Moms( not like American potato salad ). We got the pork chop. It was tender and juicy. We are going to try the brats today. Someone at the table next to us said the Brats were good. I liked the sauerkraut also not as much the red. We ordered several deserts . We liked the bread pudding and Neapolitan the best. The atmosphere was nice like grandmas house in decor, a lovely old home. No cards , have to use cash. read more

Ambiance: This is a really neat spot in the heart of Hill City. There are quite a few dining rooms and each one is beautiful. It's a cozy space and very inviting. When yo walk into the restaurant, there is a small bar area that serves beer, wine, and soft drinks. There is no liquor which of course is fine but worth mentioning. The entire restaurant is CASH ONLY (there is an ATM in the bar area). Food: The food was just fine. Since it was our first time, we had no idea there are only two things on the menu for dinner. Between a steak dinner and spaetzle primavera, the steak is the way to go. This was definitely not the best steak I've ever had, probably not even in the top 5. But $15.95 for a 6oz cut of meat is a great deal. The wedge was delicious and quite filling. The side cheese spaetzle was nothing special. Their dessert menu has over 20 options and the bread pudding was very good. Service: the lady working the front desk was pretty rude when I asked for a menu. Like I said, it was our first time here and I had no idea only two items were offered. They have the items listed on a chalk board-I asked if anything else was available and she snapped "well this is how we've done it for 40 years." My bad. The server was nice and professional BUT we felt very rushed during our meal. I was literally still eating and she wanted to take my plate. She then brought our dessert before we were done with the main course. I understand it's a busy spot but give people time to eat. Overall I'm sure this is one of the better options for a good meal in Hill City but we probably wouldn't return for dinner. I've heard their lunch menu is much larger with more offerings. read more

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We were recently at the Alpine Inn and were really looking forward to an authentic German meal. Although the atmosphere is quite charming, we were disappointed in everything else. First we had only two choices for dinner. One was a bacon wrapped steak and the other was spaetzle. I chose the spaetzle because it was the only German choice and I was disappointed. Our waitress didn't even pretend to be friendly and seemed impatient. We felt like she was wanting to hurry us along. They also don't take credit cards and had to withdraw money from an ATM they have on sight. Not only were we overall disappointed but then we had to pay an ATM fee. read more

8 gentlemen thoroughly enjoyed a wonderful bacon wrapped filet mignon dinner, all cooked to perfection, including an excellent wedge salad and homemade ranch dressing, and tasty baked potato. Service excellent Maggie took great care of our table. This historic landmark made our evening special and memorable. Make room for dessert here! Can't go wrong with any dessert choice! read more

The food was excellent, service was amazing and the restaurant was beautiful. We had a great experience. read more

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This place is a gem. Great German food!!! Large portions and friendly customer service. If you are in the area please stop by and give Alpine Inn a try. You will not be sorry. We visited as part of Operation Black Hills Cabin. Thank you for supporting their program and for supporting wounded veterans. read more

Alpine Inn - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

No debit or credit cards, maybe there is some posted but we didn't know this until we went to check out as t the cashier. High end looking place but overall felt a bit odd...only TWO menu items so you would think it would be outstanding...nope. Filet mignon was just ok, the naked potato was pitiful and I had to ask for butter otherwise it was plain...really?!?!? Wedge salad was literally lettuce and ranch dressing, nothing else. The waitress was nice but not good. We are at the 1885 restaurant the night before and had better food and better service. Skip this place unless you are a steak and potato plain food kind of person with absolutely no frills. read more

Dinner is steak, always has been always will. There is a Primavera dish or a vegetarian dish option too. Almost every one is eating a perfectly cooked tender 9 oz filet wrapped in a soggy bacon wrap, just for flavor. Flavor is good, actually mine was cooked better and tasted better. They have this meal down to an art, you fix your potato garnish and the wedge is basically naked with a slathering of ranch. The desserts are tasty and they do two seasonal options. Worth the money and enjoyable. They only take cash or oddly enough a check still. Lunch is a whole different culinary experience. A MUST when in town. read more

Alpine Inn - MENU - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

Absolutely ******* wonderful. The best meal I have had visiting the area. The Black Forest cheese and meat board was excellent. The liverwurst brings my wife back to her childhood. And that is from a true German family. My schnitzel, spaetzel, sauerkraut, red cabbage and potatoe salad was spot on excellent. The service was great and the atmosphere relaxing. I can highly recommend the lunch menu if you want a fantastic meal. read more

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Can't go wrong with anything on their menu!!!! I love to go during lunch for their French dip! read more

Alpine Inn - French dip with German potato salad - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

Food was delicious, especially the spaetzel & dessert. Staff was friendly & fast. Cute building with quaint, quiet feel despite being in a touristy area read more

Alpine Inn - Schnitzel - German Near Me - Hill City, South Dakota

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We had a super lunch of schnitzel with spaetzle and all the trimmings, and a cold German Pils, a little slice of Bavaria in South Dakota. Peanut-butter pie was delicious. Charming setting, solid service, very honest pricing. Great value. Cash-only (ATM on premises). read more

An old fashion Inn with a matching quaint dining room.... I had a German plate that hit the spot. Im here for any kind of dumpling including spaetzle.... Brat was good and the purple cabbage amazing. We went on a Friday around 2:00 in the afternoon. A small wait for a table means it's good. The staff were quite pleasant read more