All three of us decided to try a buffalo burger. Overall we were not disappointed. It was very flavorful, filling and accompanied by some crunchy brown tater tots. Food was good, love the atmosphere and our waiter, Luis provided us with excellent customer service. read more

Ruby House Restaurant - Buffalo Burger - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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I wasn't sure about stepping into and ordering lunch from what is clearly a tourist trap, but we were pleasantly surprised by the experience. My buddy and I were just off a long motorcycle ride, and after seeing the hilarious gunfight next store our stomachs were growling so we stepped in. He ordered the loaded nachos, and I had an Indian Taco on fry bread. I know, I know; it's no longer politically correct to say 'Indian' but somehow 'Native American Taco' just sounds worse. Both meals were generously portioned and the ingredients fresh while the price was right. The restaurant was well staffed, dark and cool, which was just what the doctor ordered for a couple of weary travelers. The bathroom was surprisingly large, and impeccably clean. It was just a quick stop for lunch but it was well worth it. read more

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Pretty good eats. Fun atmosphere. Plenty of motorcycle parking and just down the road from Mt Rushmore. Lots of shops around and there was live music. They had a full bar and several places you can sit to people watch. I dig this place. read more

There's not much to say other than this restaurant was extremely average, and I'm only saying that because I did enjoy the few bites of chicken fried steak I tried. The prime rib sandwich honestly sucked, tough, chewy, not much flavor. Fries seemed almost undercooked? Not sure. Onion petals did have fantastic breading and were delicious! read more

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On vacation with friends in Keystone and we wanted lunch and this looked interesting from the outside so we went in, and the restaurant had amazing atmosphere on the inside, all over the walls and more, just fascinating to look at. Karla was a good server in taking orders and understanding when people asked to add or subtract something from what is on the menu. Overall our table liked their food except for the fish & chips, which were a "C," just nowhere as good as the same dish ordered elsewhere during our South Dakota trip. Having shared that, we all would recommend this restaurant to those visiting Keystone. read more

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We had dinner here on a Friday early evening. Pre-Dinner Drinks: Pineapple cider (delicious) and an Old fashioned made with Bickering Brothers (delicious). I have to note that the drinks were CHEAP: the pineapple cider was $4.50 a can and the Old Fashioned was $7.00 (unheard of!) Appetizer: Onion Petals with ranch dipping sauce - They were OK Entrees: Country fried steak with gravy, mashed potatoes and a cup of broccoli cheddar soup - The steak was good, the mashed potatoes were a baked potato smashed with a fork (not great) but tasted fine, the soup was tasteless - Overall OK New York strip steak with baked potato and a cup of broccoli cheddar soup - The steak was good, the mashed potatoes were okay and the soup was tasteless - Overall OK Drinks: Stella draft beer and Tickle Me Rhubarb wine ($6.50 a glass!) - I recommend the rhubarb wine, first time trying it and it was different. The servers were good, the bartenders were friendly (one of them a bit pushy trying to get people to buy more drinks) and the ambiance was alright. The red walls filled with the framed painting are a vibe, just not mine LOL The bar and the restaurant, although housed in the same building, are different, so you will receive two bills at the end of your meal, one from the bar and one from the restaurant. read more

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The food could have been better. I ordered the bison stew in bread, but it didn't taste fresh. The bison meat inside tasted strange, and the stew itself was bland. I wouldn't recommend the food here. My partner's steak was also undercooked and not very flavorful. The ambiance is reminiscent of an old saloon with red velvet walls and carpets adorned with numerous portraits. It gives off a haunted house vibe. read more

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Came here at recommendation from our hotel team as a place for a good steak and nice atmosphere. There was a 15-minute wait which wasn't a big deal as they're a ton of shops and parlors lining the street to walk around. They give you a beeper to let you know when the table is ready. I ordered a Bourbon Ribeye steak cooked Medium Rare and it was quite rare, I'd argue Blue rare. Be sure to check your meat and maybe go up a preference. The bourbon sauce was good but sweet for my taste, and overwhelming as the steak was covered in it. I'd suggest ordering your sauce on the side. Broccoli was fine. Steak was a sizable 16oz We were seated in the main dining area which was very traditional American west themed. Service for the most part was fair. Overall, not my favorite place but can see why people recommend it. Yelp Elites should probably look elsewhere. read more

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Solid spot for comfort food with standout service. I had the chicken fried chicken and it hit the mark -- crispy, well-seasoned, and satisfying without being greasy. The staff was on point: friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care that we had a good experience. Only reason this isn't a five-star review is the overpowering smell of cleaning products. I appreciate a clean restaurant as much as anyone, but whatever they're using could use a little dilution -- it was strong enough to compete with the food. Still, great meal and great service. Just dial back the disinfectant and this place is golden. read more

The service was great. Very attentive while dining there. The ambiance definitely took you back to an earlier period of time. Lots of pictures from long time ago. The food was great and came out fast. If wanting adult beverages from the bar while eating, a bartender from the bar area will come around to take drink orders from you. Overall the experience was worth the stop in. read more

Nice old restaurant on the Keystone boardwalk. Our waitress was very friendly and recommended the buffalo ribs. They were delicious. So tender, fell off of the bone. Reasonable prices especially for a tourist area. Some interesting old pictures and artifacts on the walls to look at while dining. Bar service was from the saloon next door, so if you want an adult beverage you have a separate server and bill. They come right to your table though, so it's not a problem at all. I didn't snap a pic of my ribs, baked potato and salad, but took a couple of the walls :) read more

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Maybe it's because it's off season, but I've been disappointed by the cuisine available around Hill City and Keystone. Ruby House is popular. On a Friday, party of 2 had to wait 15 minutes. I tried the buffalo stew in a bread bowl, and it was delicious, savory, with potatoes and corn, onions and other yummy things that go in stew. My husband had the 8-oz prime rib that came with a fresh salad and potato fries. He said everything was delicious. The fries were light not greasy and heavy. We did not have any adult beverages, but the bar next door looks like fun with live CW music. Recommend read more

Ruby House Restaurant - Buffalo stew in a bread bowl - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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We stopped in while visiting the area and appreciated the effort put into the Western-themed decor -- it definitely adds to the atmosphere. As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed experience. I ordered the Smokehouse Chicken Sandwich, but unfortunately the chicken was chewy and rubbery, and the bun was quite soggy. The Reuben sandwich was just okay, though the bread was also soggy and the sauce had pimentos, which weren't my favorite. On the brighter side, the sweet potato fries were delicious, and the buffalo nachos were tasty, though the cheese had a noticeable spicy kick. Overall, not a bad stop, but some of the food quality could be improved. read more

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I ordered fish and chips with slaw. The fish reminded me of fish sticks from the grocery, the fries were bland, and the slaw was drowned in dressing. Our server was prompt and helpful- not her fault the food was not good. read more

Meh came here with a party of five. The best looking thing was the Indian taco. Honestly, the best thing about this place is the atmosphere and the bar next-door. read more

Had both wonder house made cocktails an fresh, local food! My Husband had the bison burger that he said was delicious and juicy! I had prime rib sandwich! Was a wonderful, and relaxing meal after a long day of travel read more

If you're ever in Keystone South Dakota, you must visit Ruby House. The staff is great! We were greeted right away. It was busy that day, so we had to wait about 10 mins to be seated. I felt like I was on a cowboy movie set as we walked to our table. Years ago, this was where I first had a bison burger. On this visit, my wife and our friend had the bison burger. I opted for the Elk burger. We were not disappointed! Our waiter was great. He made sure our glasses were filled as he passed by our table. I definitely will visit Ruby House the next time we're in town. read more

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This nostalgic and iconic restaurant in Keystone South Dakota has served locals and visitors for many years. The decor speaks volumes of the rich history which, is displayed on the walls. Muskets, classic photographs and clothing dating back several years is displayed. The restaurant has chosen to keep its authentic look unchanged which, has only added to the overall ambience and vibe. Our food was served on wooden planks and in silver square type trays, giving you the feeling of a western style, yet classy old school environment. We ordered the bourbon Ribeye and fillet. Both were cooked perfectly and were extremely flavorful. The portions were generous and priced accordingly. The staff was very welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable about Ruby's history in the community. Should you ever have the opportunity to visit Mount Rushmore and I hope you do. This is definitely a place you might want to try. read more

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Ok I'm very mixed on this place. ONE STAR for the ambiance and decor. Very cool olde Tyme feeling. Lots of pictures and things hanging on the walls. ONE STAR for the drink prices. But here's where it's weird...the bar is separate from the restaurant. The bar servers come to your table but you get a separate bill. Very weird. So because of this we did t get to enjoy our cocktails before ordering our meal. I had the Indian Taco and it wasn't very good. Not much flavor and I had been waiting 4 days to try one. ONE STAR for the friendly server we had. She was great. I heard the walleye was good and the filet was small but tasty. read more

Raspberry chicken salad was sad. Iceberg lettuce with a few nuts, dried cranberries and a small chicken breast. Buffalo ribs were decent but the mashed potato side was barely warm. Bar service was slow and disappointing. Maybe they are better during peak season but not recommended during off season. read more

Just so so. Service was fine but the Bison Steak was super tough. I ordered it med rare, and it was, but I could hardly cut the meat. My husband chicken parm was just ok. T read more

Stopped here for a quick bite on our way to Mount Rushmore. We enjoyed our meal very much. And the atmosphere was great. I had the Indian Taco - crispy soft fry bread topped with the standard taco fixings. It was a hearty portion; very filling! I loved it. Super satisfying. My husband had the Chicken Fried Steak - large portion here too. Served with mashed potatoes. Very good. A typical cfs, but hit the spot. Loved the old-timey saloon feel. Nice server. Alcohol is a separate purchase from next door, but those servers come over to take your order read more

Service was slow for us. Took 10 mins to get drinks and around 20 or so for our food. A larger group that was sat after us ate and got their bill before we got our food. The manager(maybe owner) did come check on us and apologized for the wait. Everything we ordered looked like it came from a bag from the freezer. Nothing looked freshly created. Disappointing for a vacation meal. The ambiance was cool and we did like the antiques. read more

We had lunch here, food was very good and the service was great. Appreciate the veteran discount, highly recommend. I had the Prime rib sandwich and it was fantastic. read more

Overall the meal was good. Ruby Burger was good and sweet potato fries were unseasoned as they should be. Chicken Penne with artichoke cream sauce was good but very rich. My only complaint was the iced tea that was barely tea. Service was good. read more

Great food and service right on the main drag in Keystone. I had the Trout with steamed broccoli for lunch and it was excellent. My wife had the Santa Fe chicken salad and it was equally delicious. Get an outside table if you can. read more

While in Keystone visiting Mt Rushmore, we stopped in for a bite to eat. We ordered a club sandwich and a chicken sandwich. The food was ok but nothing spectacular. The restaurant was clean, as well as the restroom. If you are simply wanting a drink, this is a good place to stop by. read more

We had dinner here a few nights ago, when we visited Mt. Rushmore. The place was fairly busy for a shoulder season weeknight. Wife ordered the walleye fillet with rice, and hers came out pretty well. I ordered the bison ribs with broccoli. The ribs were beyond well done. Yes the meat fell off the bones, but they were pretty chewy and lacking in flavor. There was a cup of BBQ sauce provided which helped a bit. As for the broccoli? It too was very overcooked, limp and without taste. I was somehow anticipating fresh sautéed broccoli, not -- whatever THAT was. Room ambience was nice, a good Western vibe to it all. Pretty unlikely we'd be back to see Mt Rushmore again, so a repeat visit here is not likely either. read more

What a cool place. A real madames house feel. Saloon next door for your drinks. Vlue cheese was not so good. The wings were great. My wife liked the blackbean burger with mushrooms. See us on YouTube at Coolest Life. read more

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Great food, excellent atmosphere , Price was a little high but all in all great experience read more

Such great food!! Super service from Tandra. The restaurant was a Vito g and very family friendly. Prices were fair. I had the Indian Taco and my husband had the Ribeye. Both were perfection!! Definitely a forest stop. read more

Ruby House Restaurant - The family at Ruby's - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Let's be honest. You get drawn into the western vibe of this place. Keystone is beautiful, the area is A+. The restaurant is charming at first, then you notice the dust everywhere. You catch a whiff of the cafeteria like scents, and you know- you're in for it. I felt vulnerable after noticing everything- including a sneak peek into the kitchen( the line cook was putting lettuce and tomato onto a burger with his bare hands. A guy was prepping salads with a bushy, uncovered beard. Because of this I reverted to ordering what I thought was the safest- chicken fingers. They were banquet straight out of the bag. After I enjoyed what was a memory of my childhood - it's safe to say: I'll never come back. read more

Ruby House Restaurant - Straight outta your freezer chicken tenders. - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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Watch the take out food! Potato was hard, chicken strips all breading and soup was horrible. I do not recommend this place.

Great atmosphere. Large portions. Not the best meal we ever had, but was a nice way to spend our final evening in Keystone. Wait staff were friendly and attentive. Space was nicely decorated. Menu had a nice selection of items for various tastes. read more

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Food was cold and service not so good. Ate on the patio as we had our dog with us and the amount of foot traffic on the patio was ridiculous. Price for what we had was and how it was prepared was way too high. I don't mind spending money on a good experience but this was not one. read more

Not a very organized establishment. The wait staff seemed untrained. The food was mediocre at best.

The only thing I like about this restaurant is the ambience and the location nearby Mount Rushmore. Here is a photo of the country fried steak after I tried to scrape off the over fried burnt breading that the server said is normal for this restaurant. Meat was overcooked, tough and cardboard-like. My college dorm version was much better than this. Fries were soggy. I couldn't even trade for other food because no one from my party liked their food. Other food in my party was overcooked and dry (i.e. burger). They charge more if you don't pay with cash. For this quality of food the prices were not worth it. Overhyped and I don't understand the high ratings of this place. Note to management (if you care): next time someone expresses disappointment/disgust in their food and clearly didn't eat much of it, consider comping/refunding their meal, which is standard for reputable restaurants. A measly 20% off of a ridiculous price (for the quality and location) for ONE DISH is insulting. I wish I didn't waste my time here. read more

Ruby House Restaurant - Country fried steak after I tried to scrape off the over fried burnt breading that the server said is normal for this restaurant. - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

Had a great experience, service was good, steak was cooked perfectly medium rare! Atmosphere was really cool with live music.

anyone heading to Keystone you will love going to Ruby's house restaurant. The decor is like you're back in the old western days and the food was delicious and the service I give a 10+ I'd like that when you go to this establishment that they have a separate server that will just come out to do your drink orders and then you have your waitress that takes care of your food they go above and beyond to make sure that you're OK and also the entrées come out in a timely manner and the food is hot and we end up eating here two nights in a row because we really thought what a great place why should we go anywhere else so you traveling to Keystone to see Mount Rushmore stop at Ruby's restaurant. You will not be disappointed. B V Simi Valley CA 93065 read more

Very poor quality steaks and prime rib and the former were overcooked. Sides, salad and appetizers fine. Not worth the money,