What a find. We walked in without expectations and was oh so impressed. The staff were very friendly. The food was great. Started with bison tartare-- absolutely delicious. The naan was unique and not to be missed (we got the mushroom). Lots of great options. I highly recommend, and I would definitely come back. If you're a foodie, this place is a must. read more

Yum! Called and placed a carry out order as I was staying across the street. I asked for a recommendation and the kimchi fried rice with chicken was the server's favorite dish. I can tell you it's now mine! It hit on all taste sensations. Salty, vinegary, hint of sweet too. The chicken gave me added protein and added an additional balance to the dish. The portion is generous and filling too. Get this. You won't be disappointed. read more

Tandoor Bocado - Kimchi fried rice with chicken - New American Near Me - Rapid City, South Dakota

First time everything was amazing. Would've given 5 stars. Great flavor, funny server, out of the box menu! Cute decor and comfortable seating. Second time here, menu seemed like it was getting updated as there weren't as many choices as last time. Still a good meal even though service was a little slower and fish was slightly overdone. Dessert was great but only had one option again and it was the same thing we got the first time. read more

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Absolutely outstanding dining experience! We tried a variety of small plates, and every dish had such incredible depth of flavor. I was especially impressed by the celery root being used as a focal point--it was unexpectedly delicious and beautifully executed. The pork belly literally melted in my mouth, and the sauce was perfection, even for someone who isn't usually a fan of bleu cheese. As someone who is gluten-free, I felt completely included. The crudités were so thoughtfully prepared that I didn't miss out on anything--although the aroma of the naan at the door definitely caught my attention in the best way! Our server, Drew, was fantastic--attentive without ever being intrusive. He understood gluten-free needs on a personal level (as a fellow celiac!), which made the experience feel extra comfortable and cared for. The drinks were beautifully paired with the eclectic fusion influences throughout the menu. When a place claims French inspiration, I expect the sauces to shine--and wow, they did not disappoint. Every plate was balanced, creative, and just so good. You can't go wrong here. We'll definitely be back! read more

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James Beard needs to visit this restaurant! What an amazingly sophisticated international fusion menu. The restaurant name is slightly misleading and should not be mistaken for Asian or Indian. The cuisine is creative and nontraditional. This restaurant does take reservations and we were there on a Thursday night and the place was pretty busy for a relatively new business. I suspect that reservations will become highly recommended as word gets out. The restaurant is casual, but decorated in such a way that makes it cozy. We were warmly greeted and quickly seated. There was absolutely no problem with a corkage as we had brought our own line which turned out to be off so we ended up getting a really nice Rioja that didn't break the bank. Wonderful international selection of wines to please any pallet. Plenty of local beers and NA options as well. The menu has a nice selection of appetizer, small plates and entrées. Our server was super enthusiastic and suggested we ordered a few of each and just share. We followed her guidance and have to say that we all agreed that the mushroom curry was off the charts the best curry we had ever tasted. The naan bake in a tandoori oven was truly addictive and for three that were trying to avoid carbs we ended up getting an extra order to dip in all the wonderful sauces! We loved the fact that everything had really good seasoning and a nice level of spice. I am not a big swordfish fan however, the swordfish Tataki was absolutely phenomenal, the bison served with morales was another home run as was the chicken tandoori. The dessert was as good as the dinner and offered a really great finish to what has to be one of the more memorable meals in a long time. This being our first meal in Rapid City has set the bar very high for all the rest! read more

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Cannot say enough about the quality of the food, overall experience, and service tonight!! I feel like it's hard to find the level of flavors we had in our meal tonight. Plus our server Drew made the entire experience that much better. He was amazing! Love this place and plan to return many times. read more

Everything is great! We will definitely come back and eat again. So innovative and tasty. read more

Tandoor Bocado - Guilin Seabass - New American Near Me - Rapid City, South Dakota

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Conveniently located downtown Rapid City. Comfortable seating, attentive staff. The menu reads like a world travel guide with deliciously prepared and artistically presented dishes of Indonesia, Japan, India, Mexico, Thai, USA influences! The Chef has an eye for preparation and presentation that is unrivaled in Rapid City! Tandoor maintains a wine list matching it's eclectic style and talent. Do know that many international dishes have a spicy kick, ask questions before ordering! read more

Fantastic service and excellent food. We will definitely go back to try more as there are tasting options from all over world. All of the staff were great but our waiter was exceptional (tall blonde guy-sorry I didn't get your name)! read more

Tandoor Bocado was an absolute delight. I dined solo and began with the butterfish sashimi, which was incredibly fresh and melted in your mouth. The different elements added to accent the sashimi were perfectly balanced and elevated the dish without overpowering the fish -- a flawless appetizer. For my main course, I ordered the lemongrass pork noodles. The noodles were cooked perfectly, with great texture, and the pork was tender, juicy, and well-seasoned without being overpowering. Everything felt balanced and thoughtfully prepared. The apple dessert (I wish I remembered the name) was divine and the perfect way to end the meal. What truly elevated the experience was the service. My server, Taylor, was as perfect as they come -- cheerful, welcoming, and genuinely excited to explain the menu and share the history behind the chef. Their enthusiasm added so much to the evening. I also had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who took a moment to personally say hello and thank me for coming in. That level of warmth and care speaks volumes. This restaurant is a true diamond in the rough and will absolutely become a regular place for me to enjoy a fabulous meal and wonderful ambiance. read more

Our friends recommended this restaurant and invited us to meet them there for dinner. It was a lovely experience from start to finish. We had reservations and we were seated right away. Our server was Trevor and he was very efficient and accommodating. There is a variety of beer and wine choices available. We ordered an appetizer which was a bacon shrimp dip with pepper jelly and served with naan bread. It was delicious and Trevor even replenished our bread so we could get every last drop of the dip. I ordered the brussels sprouts and a vegetable medley. They were both served beautifully and tasted wonderful. This is a lovely small restaurant very conducive to conversation and relaxation. I would highly recommend it. read more

Loved it! The menu has a great range of options, and every dish we got was fantastic. My personal favorites included the bison tartare (a weekly special) and a tofu dish over noodles. Highly recommend! read more

Came to town to hike Badlands. Following 12 miles, we had dinner at Tandoor Bocado and split multiple apps + entree. By far the Barramundi was the star of the show - would recommend a special trip specifically for it. Beyond that, the shrimp had an excellent kick and service was great. Not featured - delicious Chianti read more

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First, walking into this long and narrow old building, seeing it renovated with a carefully curated collection of art, mirrors and old silverplate on rich blue walls, gorgeous floors and and great rattan lighting gave me an instant impression of classy gentrification. Loved the use of this space. Cody served our table of six with panache, competence and grace. Wonderful experience. He is attentive and caring. The merger of a multitude of culinary cultures makes this restaurant immediately stand out. Far above the average, we were being treated with a whole world of different food and flavor combinations. Remarkable, memorable meal right down to the dessert. Delicious experience. Very reasonably priced for the portions and the expertise. Thanks so much for this experience of overall excellence! Bill & Kirk read more

Tandoor Bocado - Opah entree superb mix of flavors and textures. - New American Near Me - Rapid City, South Dakota

I was very impressed with the food and service at Tandoori Bocado. My favorite dish was the Coconut Lardo. Absolutely delish!

I've had fine dining all over the country. This was maybe the most fun meal ive had. Tried half the menu. All amazingly creative, interesting, and tasty. Service was amazing. This chef is going places. read more

Courteous responsive help Clean and welcoming ambiance Food selection options that will satisfy the entire spectrum of culinary desires and uniqueness Quality of presentation, and creative, multi-dimensional, coalition of international cultural taste points makes this establishment a "must" experience. It really should be a James Beard award winner. read more

Food was delicious, fresh and unique! So many options for those with food sensitivities. The staff was very helpful in recommending dishes that fit our family's dietary restrictions. Would definitely eat here again when traveling through. read more

The food is out of this world. Expensive, but that's what you pay for variety and fantastic cuisine. Lots of different ethnic options and I love trying the funky desserts. Small seating area so recommend a reservation. We once came for just dessert on a busy night and they were able to squeeze us in quick between reservations. read more

Fortunate to have found Tandoor Bocado on our visit to Rapid City. The property is modern, eclectic and clean. The staff is excellent; friendly and professional. The food...delicious! We especially enjoyed the pork belly fried rice. Great Smokey flavor with complexity. Highly recommend. read more

Atmosphere is pleasant but you may want to call ahead and see if the restaurant is fully staffed before you go. I attempted to eat dinner with my family last night before attending an important event. We arrived shortly after 5 pm and made it known to the only waiter that appeared to be working that we had to be somewhere by 7 pm. Nearly 2 hours later, we still did not have our entrees. I ended up leaving so that I could get to the event; the rest of my family stayed in order to get the food, which when it finally came out had to be boxed up so that we could at least reheat it and eat it later. They ended up being late for the event because of how long everything took. Disappointing, to say the least! On a somewhat positive note, the hummus appetizer was excellent (although not enough pita bread for the three of us). The mocktails and cocktails were nice (but my glass was super sticky on the outside); they were a bit pricey ($13 - $14 each). The lone waiter was polite and did his best, but I would have preferred to be given the heads up sooner rather than later that the place was extremely short staffed and that it would take much longer than expected to get our food. May try again another time, but I'll definitely call ahead to inquire about staffing! read more

Went a few weeks ago. Really good strong flavors. Been a while, so don't remember exact order, but all 3 items were surprisingly tasty. Highly recommend. Only complaint was brightness of lighting. read more

The food and service were top notch. Rapid City has desperately needed a place like this! Us locals will certainly be back!!

Amazing food and service. There's options for small bites and full meals. The energy and vibe in the restaurant is great. Highly recommend.

Excellent! First time at their brick and mortar on St Joseph St in Rapid City. I've only been to the food truck which, is always very good! The location, ambiance and food is flavorful and just what I was looking for, a unique experience read more

Perfect little spot in downtown Rapid. They change the menu often to highlight the seasons. Great service and excellent food. The kimchi swordfish tartare was amazing, the patatas bravas were very good, but the fried chicken sandwich was bananas! Do yourself a favor and go here. read more

This is the best thing to happen to Rapid since EAFB, the food is out of this world and the people are even better..Just enjoyed an amazing dinner , out of this world!!! Stop by for lunch or dinner and you will experience an amazing experience!!! read more

The menu is all over the place. The restaurant wants to be some sort of International place that offers cusines from different parts of the world but fails miserably at it. Our food that we ordered was so bland we hand to ask our server if they didn't use salt in the regions of the world where our dishes originated from. The menu is so vast and spread out that it seems impossible for ANY of the dishes to be appetizing since there is no true concept . We felt a little sick after eating there only to learn that the owner preps the food in a residential kitchen (his house) and transports the food from his home to the restaurant., I don't know how the health department allows this but I guess every state is different . This is their first year with being a brick and motar kitchen Hopefully they get it together fast without causing any food born illness outbreaks. Eat here with caution read more

LOVED THIS! the butter chicken was amazing as well as the house salad. good variety of options!

This place is a terrific addition to Rapid's growing culinary scene. We had the duck confit pot stickers, the seafood salad, the shaking beef, and the sea bass and all of them were incredibly flavorful. The staff and owner were also very friendly and attentive. I'm looking forward to going back. read more

Ate at Tandoor Bocado last night with friends. I had the beef stroganoff and it was amazing. My wife loved her dish as well. It's nice to have another full on 5 star restaurant in downtown Rapid City!! read more

Awesome intimate space with the best food in Rapid City. A variety of options from around the world cuisines, with fresh seafood and ingredients and amazing flavor. This will be my go to spot in town. read more

Food was excellent! Service was fine. We weren't familiar with the menu or the suggestion of reservations. Happy Hour didn't have dinner menu available, but the appetizer was delightful! read more

This is an amazing addition to the Rapid City restaurant scene. Thoughtfully prepared and presented dishes in a beautiful setting. Both lunch and dinner that I've had here have been great. Service is outstanding and prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food. read more