We came during the off-season, so we were fortunate to be seated quickly. Momma had the chicken fried steak which she said was good tasting/quality. I had the 10 ounce 'fuzzy cow' (buffalo) and it was cooked correctly. Minimal bristle which is a positive for that type of meat. Salads were par at best. Restrooms were well maintained. Expect to pay tourist location prices, but they are trying to keep them in check. Parking is a wee bit of a challenge, but once you find a spot keep it and you'll find a majority of this area is within walking distance. read more

First night in South Dakota we ate here. We were rather upset when we were told 20 minutes then had to ask them about our seats and had to wait another 20.... But the restaurant had a nice theme. Very festive. Our server Linette was so sweet and friendly! She was funny and very pleasant. We all enjoyed our food. My favorite was the Indian taco! read more

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Went here for lunch and the interior is very cute. They pair up with the salon next door so you get food and drinks on a separate tab. The service was ok but since you are being attended for by two different establishments it can get a little frustrating. The food was basic bar food. I tried the Indian taco and the bison nachos. Both were decent. I would go back there but it's not going to become a go to place. read more

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Cool interior and nice waitress. Nachos were pretty mediocre, I'd pass, chips very generic. Spinach & artichoke dip and Turkey sandwich were good! read more

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Ruby House was a nice western themed restaurant with an expansive menu of American style food. The service was nice and fast. The ambience was very unique in a positive way with tons of western decor. The food was good at an 'ok' price. We got the country fried steak and chopped buffalo steam. read more

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

Food was good. Service was outstanding Kaydence!! A western flair of the restaurant takes you back. I would recommend you try this place. Enjoy!! read more

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We were disappointed for a 25-minute wait, but it was a Friday night and well worth it.. The interior looks newer but the pictures are genuine old. We had the filet and prime rib. Best filet in a long time! And we're from Denver! read more

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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Wow! The bacon on the BLT was thick and smokey. The corn beef on the reuben tender with the sweetest, tangy sauerkraut. Our waiter, Luis, was amazing. He heard me say I wanted something healthy as we walked in and suggested a salad. It was crisp and fresh. The decor takes you back in time. Highly recommend. read more

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Food was good. Potato skin order was two whole potatoes sliced in half and stuffed with bacon and cheese!! Bison burger was savory and well prepared. Service was attentive and helpful. read more

There were four of us in our group. Everyone was pleased with the quality of the food, the service was exceptional. Reasonable prices on most all items. One of the men ordered a ribeye medium and said it was delicious and grilled to perfection. The other man got the Indian Taco with no olives and also loved it. Both of the women ordered the walleye but with different sides. The chicken soup was hearty and a little creamy. The side salad had mixed greens and spinach and was wonderful. Our baked potatoes were a little on the undercooked side,which we were fine with, but if you prefer a softer potato just request it be cooked a little longer. They are very accommodating with special requests, additions or subtraction. For the atmosphere and quality of food,you won't find a better restaurant in Keystone. 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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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

This place has the look, but the food was lack luster. We ordered the kids pizza for my daughter and it tasted like soap and salt. I was told it was Tony's pizza, which is crap anyways, but this one tasted worse. We also ordered the kids popcorn shrimp and that was still dough on the inside. It was awful. They took the pizza off but not the shrimp. Our waitress was hardly there and we had to ask her for a whole table drink refill. I would skip this place completely. It was awful all around. read more

Service was good, the bar and restaurant are separate which means you'll have a bar server+tab and restaurant server+tab. I ordered a gin mocktail on the menu and didn't like it. The server took it back and brought me a mocktail margarita, which was better, but I wouldn't order either again. For food my group ordered a chicken sandwich , bourbon steak, chicken and dumpling soup of the day. House salads were pretty basic. The ambience is cute in an antiquey, dusty sort of way. The restaurant gets a good crowd, it's a popular tourist destination in the tradition of Wall Drug. read more

We were there close to closing so I share that up front. Our food was lukewarm and service felt very rushed. Our baked potatoes were overcooked and not warm enough to melt butter. read more

waitress was kind food was great and it was so fun to talk and enjoy the time!!!!!! and this is why I left at five stars waitress was the nicest and it was a very good restaurant. I say you should come and most of the bad reviews were lies. read more

Ruby House Restaurant - The kids looked good and the food sounded good - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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

Ruby House Restaurant - Cup of Soup - American Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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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

Do NOT waste your money. The ambiance is cool! The Saloon is amazing... go have a drink. But the Ruby House food is disguising. Everything is brought in frozen. Nothing is fresh. Even the employees . The ice tea isn't even brewed. 3 million visitors a yr. With a handful of restaurants. Do better! 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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Very friendly people and good food and our server Lee was delightful both night we eat there! For being so busy the food comes out hot and in a timely manner!!! read more

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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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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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

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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Food was mediocre. We got wings, burrito, and prime rib they were all giving freezer food. But pretty solid if you're into that. Service was ok a bit slow. But it was one of the few restaurants open during the first few weeks of the season. 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

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

The service was good. The food was overpriced and honestly just okay. Nothing special. The ambiance was interesting. I wouldn't take my kids here. I would definitely not come back. 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

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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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

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