If you're visiting Mount Rushmore and looking for a place to eat before or after your visit, I can't say enough about the Powder House restaurant. It is a must stop. Service was really good from the time I called to be added to the waitlist to our hostess all the way to our server. The food came out at a reasonable time. Ordered: -Kids spaghetti -Kids cheeseburger and fries -Ribeye- a little chewier but still a great cut. -Prime rib made perfectly very flavorful I was super surprise and highly recommend prime rib if you are a prime rib fan. It comes with two sides which I got to pay extra and ordered the garlic fries. Overall, I highly recommend stopping by here to dine. I have no complaints whatsoever. It was actually the best meal I have had during my visit to this state. When my sister in law recommended this spot, I did not think that I would have enjoyed it as much as I did. Just because there is not much food options in the area and I didn't think that this spot could produce really good food since I am from California and am a foodie. And well Powder House is kinda in the middle of no where. Well, 2 thumbs up from this Yelper. Add this spot to your bookmark and make sure you go! Tips: -Call ahead to be added to their waitlist. -Indoor seating only -Alcohol served here -They have a kids menu -They have their own private parking lot -Credit card accepted -They do charge for splitting plate of eight dollars. -Restroom available. -Very laidback casual atmosphere. read more

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Restaurant on site at the motel. Small cabins close to Mount Rushmore. We got both dinner and breakfast while staying there. The mashed potatoes were so good! The country fried steak is one of the best ones my husband's said he's had. Our waitress for dinner could have been better with checking on us. Breakfast came fast but our waitress was good. Feels like a lodge in the dinning area. read more

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We ate three meals here; two breakfasts and a dinner. Our servers were all great (Gavin for dinner and two different young women for breakfast). I had a Powder House Skillet, a Country Skillet and Prime Rib with a twice-baked potato. The coffee is good too. read more

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Best place for a hearty breakfast. Never a bad meal or experience here. Every time we come back to the hills, we try to get breakfast here. read more

This place is charming and great food! We had dinner here three times this week and today they opened for the season for lunch. We decided to go again! I had a delicious BLT salad. My husband had a "Brotherly Love Burger" with a side of coleslaw. He said it was outstanding. The burger sported Swiss cheese, peppers and mushrooms. The choices in town are largely pizza places, so this place is a gem for real food! Wish we lived closer! read more

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Breakfast was amazing, good service friendly staff. Also came back for our final diner in Keystone area. They also have cabins to rent , cool place right off the main highway. read more

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An absolutely fabulous choice for dinner! Very friendly service, delicious entrees, and a welcome Black Hills atmosphere! Our party loved the food choices including buffalo medallions, elk medallions, and buffalo stew in a bread bowl! Would hands down return in the future! read more

Excellent pork shank. Excellent bison meatloaf. Prime rib was very good. Service was good, but they never refilled water or ask if we wanted bread. Nice atmosphere. It was good experience. read more

Great place to get breakfast! Lots of options on the menu. I enjoyed a nice sized order of biscuits and gravy. They were good and plenty. Excellent service too! They also have a fantastic gift shop of unique items. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

While in Keystone, I wanted some good steak, so I went to the Powder House for prime rib, my favorite. The prime rib was tender, flavorful, and was more beef than fat which I appreciated. Service was fun, and efficient. The place was packed and parking was a bit of a challenge, but I managed. In my opinion, this is the best restaurant in Keystone. Enjoy! read more

Nice restaurant serving game, fish and steaks. Entrees we had were delicious...bison steak and walleye. The salads could have been better...used iceberg; we got veggies as a side they were meh. Service was stellar. Local flair. Enjoyed our meal. read more

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Wonderful ambience for a date night in this older cabin restaurant. Waitstaff was very friendly and interacted sweetly with our boys. Food was good, we had the Cajun pasta and chicken cordon bleu with mashed potatoes. A family tradition of ours to come here for 4 generations now when we vacation to the black hills. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Chocolate lava cake a la mode - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Just located up the road from the hustle and bustle of tourist town. Drive to this spot!! May have to best french fries in the universe that are crispy and yet fluffy inside. Their sandwiches are excellent, the Cuban was pressed perfectly on fresh bread. They offer a bison stew in a bread bowl that almost everyone else was enjoying. This was a perfect meal, away from the tourist hoopla and so good with great service in an old school vibe lodge setting. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Cuban - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

This place is amazing if you love prime Rib this is the place the have great cuts and a bison prime rib during the rally waiter was super friendly will be back when I'm in the dakotas read more

Fantastic gourmet food at really reasonable prices. The pork shank is spectacular and can easily feed two. My wife loved her buffalo meatloaf and my prime rib was great, as always. Our server Clark was excellent and always available without being intrusive. read more

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Staff were nice and friendly, had a bit of a wait, about 45 minutes, we didn't have reservation. Our food were just ok. My powder house steak tasted pretty dry for medium doneness, it's just very underwhelming. My husband had the Buffalo and it came out medium rare, wait staff didn't ask how he wanted it cooked so we assumed it was all 1 type of temp, my husband had to send it back. The night special ribeye came out nice according to my daughter but she said it's "average good" . We got curious of the high rating, we tried it. Inside seating ambiance seems nice but we were seated outside, sort of garage setting dining. read more

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What a charming, delicious place! There aren't many highly rated eateries among the cluster that is close to the Mount Rushmore landmark, however this place is just a mile or two outside of that--totally worth it. Powder House (also their lodging) has been around for decades and the patio views are breathtaking. Our server was adorable, energetic and helpful (forgot her name, sorry!). I ordered the Queso burger, subbing a side salad (a little small perhaps) for fries, which was crisp and delicious with (I'm guessing) homemade ranch dressing. The burger's attention to detail included crispy crumbled bacon, crunchy dill pickles, Queso (could have used more imo), jalapenos, and the ever sublime toasted Brioche bun. In the dining room, you'll feel like you're at a cross between a retro ski lodge and vintage log cabin. read more

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While traveling through the Black Hills en route to Mt. Rushmore, we followed a recommendation from our hotel staff and made our way to the Powder House Restaurant--a rustic yet refined spot nestled in the pines. The menu leaned heavily into regional specialties, and I couldn't resist the Game Sampler: a trio of Buffalo Short Ribs, Elk Medallion, and Buffalo Sausage. The short ribs were a standout--fork-tender and richly glazed in a sweet barbecue sauce that balanced the natural depth of the buffalo meat beautifully. The buffalo sausage brought a welcomed kick of spice, with a smoky finish that lingered just long enough. But the highlight may have been the elk medallion, perfectly cooked and paired with fried apples--a subtle, thoughtful touch that added a layer of sweetness to the lean, flavorful cut. Though thoroughly satisfied, I couldn't pass on dessert. The chocolate lava cake, served à la mode, arrived warm and decadent, its molten center spilling onto the plate beside the cool, creamy vanilla ice cream. It was the ideal finale to a meal that was both hearty and elevated--a true taste of the region, executed with care. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Game Sampler - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Best meal in Keystone no doubt. Service by Emily was excellent as was the chicken and prime rib. Twice baked potato was over cooked but had a good taste. Wait was about 30 Minuit moved fast. Use the waitlist Dayton the website to avoid waiting as long. read more

We stopped in on a Saturday evening and they were able to get squeeze us in! Olivia, our server, was fantastic and very attentive. The food came out promptly and was delicious! The ambiance was pure cabin and pure South Dakota. Can't recommend this enough! Thank you! read more

Powder House Restaurant - Entrance - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Cafeteria-quality food at steakhouse prices. First, I'll say that I enjoyed my game sampler and the service was good. We also enjoyed sitting on the patio. However, pretty much everything else at the restaurant was disappointing, especially considering the price: - The salad was lame: iceburg lettuce; few, dry carrot shavings; a single cherry tomato; and a single baby corn. - The vegetable side seemed like frozen vegetables from the grocery store. - For $8, my daughter had what looked and tasted like Kraft mac and cheese (with a few shavings of cheese on top), and we paid a dollar extra for sliced green apple. - The kids pizza wasn't any better. - The baked potato wasn't very good and only came with a package of sour cream (no cheese, bacon bits, or green onion). read more

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Very disappointing lunch. I ordered a turkey club with avocado, sprouts and cucumber. The avocado, sprouts were omitted and the one little slice of turkey was thin. The one piece of lettuce on the sandwich was wilted. So gross read more

The food was amazing so delicious and unique. Portions are big and plentiful. The service is fast and friendly. The atmosphere is relaxing and so nice. Fire pits and lights outside make this a must for a nice dinner. We can't wait to come back. Will be a staple in our visits from this day forward! read more

Excellent food!! Price was reasonable. Server was friendly and very professional. Highly recommend the trout!! .

Food very good Service good Needed garage doors open Fireplace cozy Would highly recommend the prime rib as cooked to perfection. read more

Cool atmosphere. If you are going to Mt. Rushmore this is a must. Steak was great. Service was excellent. Zoe A. Is a true gem. Thank you.

The prime rib was amazing! And if possible, the homemade salad dressing (which you can purchase to take home) was even better. You have to try it. read more

Delightful meal. Excellent, attentive, and quick service. Prime rib was best I've had in a long time. Tender, perfectly cooked and seasoned.

One of the best meals we had during our trip to South Dakota. We were driving back to Rapid City and checked out Yelp for recommendations. Once again, Yelp did not disappoint. The place was a rustic looking spot and very nice inside. The food and service were both excellent. They have a great variety on their menu. We had a group of 6 who got everything from walleye, steaks and wild game. Everyone was very happy with what they got. Would highly recommend this place!! read more

rib eye tough so I'm thinking I got the wrong steak. The elk medallion was also tough, the quail was over cooked and the elk ribs were cooked well but covered in sauce. The veggies were Walmart steamed in the microwave. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Steak and elk sampler - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Food was good but not great. It was on the expensive side. Service was great We were seated quickly with no wait. The waitress was pleasant and service was fast and pleasant. read more

Always busy and set up for families or large groups. Two if us were staying one night and were told to call down 1/2 hour before we wanted to eat. We did and were told to come down in an hour, at which time we were told that people were not leaving and we had to wait longer. When we checked in we were given a menu and advised to study it. We were starving and really looking forward to a meal. The menu selection is huge and the volume they are putting out to families and groups is considerable. The food we ordered came quickly and was just so-so. The crab cakes were large but burnt on both sides. The bacon wrapped shrimp were not "large tiger shrimp" but small cocktail shrimp deep fried with bacon around them. They came on a saucer! We had one Game Kabob that was inedible it was so tough. The Pear and Asiago salad however was delicious and the bread was warm and fresh. The salad and the bread would have saved this review had we not had the other items. The day we checked out we had hoped to get breakfast but at 8 AM there were several people trying to do so as well and not enough staff. The host complained there was nobody to clear tables. I guess my advice is to eat early and quiz the server about the food. read more

Amazing! We went just before 4pm, when they open. There was already a line. My husband had beef filet mignon, I had the 16 oz buffalo prime rib, and our son had the elk medallion. They were I all excellent. Our sone finished about half the buffalo. The buffalo prime rib is seasonal. For 2024 August 9th was the last day. If you are in the Mtn Rushmore area this is a must do restaurant. read more

Came here for my birthday dinner upon recommendation from our hotel in Keystone. WOW. What a meal! Started with the artichoke dip appetizer (yum) & had the Buffalo meatloaf (wrapped in bacon) with sweet potato casserole for my main course. So much food that I was able it to eat it for leftovers the next day and it all warmed up just fine. Powder House is ohhhhh so delicious & had amazing service. Loved the log cabin interior decor. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area as a not miss restaurant -- I'll definitely be back ! read more

Powder House Restaurant - Artichoke dip, buffalo meatloaf, sweet potato casserole - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

My husband and I have now experienced breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Powder House and brought guests a couple of times. Breakfast this morning was good, but slightly disappointing. The service was wonderful as always. I tried the stuffed French toast and discovered that stuffed was an overstatement. There was little to no sweet cream involved which is the 'stuffed' portion. The biscuits were more dense than fluffy. We enjoyed the bulk of the breakfast; however, we much prefer the lunches & dinners. I highly recommend those meals. read more

Delicious food and a charming place. Really enjoyed our dining experience. Good to make a reservation.

The service was great, and I liked the restaurant's ambiance and the interesting menu. Everything was ruined by the chef. They took medallions and they were as hard as shue and bland as cardboard: no salt, no taste, and not edible at all. I tried elk and buffalo in different restaurants throughout America and love them because of their tenderness and great taste but not in this place. Sauces were bland and tasteless, and the mashed potatoes tasted like glue. From the kids' menu, the most eatable was the French fries. That is it. "Mac and cheese" was a fake dish, it is just terribly made with macaroni and cheap cheese them even a child will not it this. Overall mixed experience with the great service and bad kitchen doesn't make good end. read more

3 year in a row! 3rd win from a culinary perspective. I had elk medallions with apple compote. I am GF/DF. The waitress was attentive to my needs. The good graces, the good food, and the good service continue! You can't go wrong eating here. read more

Powder House Restaurant - Elk medallions and apple compote - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Eating at the Powder House hit the spot after a long day hiking in the black hills. We loved their sampler which included elk sausage: surprisingly good. Service was attentive and quick. I would recommend Powder House to anyone wanting a good dining experience perfected for the ambiance of the black hills. read more

Powder House Restaurant - House salad and wine - Steakhouses Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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Stopped in after a long day of hiking the black hills. Started off with some cold beers. Staff was super friendly and ambiance was dark and quiet. Like a true steakhouse. Most of the people ordered pasta seating around us. We were not starving so just order some side dishes and appetizer. The larger mushroom stuffed crab was disappointing. Very small amount for $15. Mushrooms were baby sized. Baked potato was small but good. Side salad was good size though. Would eat here again. read more

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