There are limited options in Custer. We would choose here to eat again and again. The food was great and the prices were too. The wait staff were local and all friends. This added a great vibe. Highly recommend. read more

Be wary of the service here. Our server, a blonde, middle age woman, was noticeably cold to my wife and I when comparing how she treated us compared to other tables. Frequently coming back to other tables to check if anything was needed, striking up conversation, mentioning the specials of the day (which i would've gotten if i had been offered them and hadn't heard after already ordering). We got none of that. As for the food, it's okay. Nothing to write home about for $50 dollars between a drink, an appetizer, and two mid size entrees. I'm assuming the issue is that my partner and I are both in our mid 20s and have the stereotype of not tipping, which is understandable. This dining experience we definitely did hold up the stereotype based on the complete lack of decent service. If you're anywhere below mid 30s, I'd take your money elsewhere. There's a Pizza Hut a block away that's tasty, friendly, and 1/5 of the price. read more

It a nice place, a lot of outdoor seating. The service was great and we had the fish and ribeye..... very good. Definitely recommend, and see why locals recommended it. The homage bread pudding is the beat! read more

The Custer Wolf - Dining room - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

The food was good, but service was "meh". We got the beef bulgogi and a ribeye with smashed potatoes. The salad never came out, so they deducted $4 off the bill. Waiter stopped by once to check on us and we said the salad hadn't come out and he said he'd get one right out.... next thing we knew the bill was dropped. If the service were better, I'd give it 5 stars - the food was VERY tasty. read more

The Custer Wolf - Ribeye & Smashed Potatoes - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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I tried the Wolf Burger and it was actually super delicious. The fries were just "okay". The staff was nice but we did notice a theme throughout our meal. The service was very, very slow. It took quite a while to get our food and just as long to get refills on our drinks. We actually had to flag them down and beg for refills. Also, we were there with kids and the place is basically a bar that happens to serve food. So honestly not the best environment. read more

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A bar with not your typical bar food. Located in the heart of downtown custard, this eatery offers indoor, outdoor and bar seating. Exceptionally laid-back, and clearly a favorite of many locals, we were very happy to be seated at the bar and get to know the bartender who made us feel very welcome. The decor is very simple and the focus is on the people and the food. Full bar with many NA options. We were so pleased to find a fish dish that was not breaded, the walleye was exceptional. Wonderful side salads and I was able to enjoy a mixed vegetables with shrimp that allowed me to stick to my diet. The bread pudding was very tempting, but we stuck to our guns! Good value, good food, good people. Check out the customer wolf next time you're in the area. read more

The Custer Wolf - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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We were on a road trip to Sioux Falls SD, and we stayed in Custer, SD for 3 days. On our first day that we arrived friends recommended The Custer Wolf for dinner. We arrived around 5:45 and the restaurant was busy. We had a choice of sitting inside or sitting in the patio outside. We love patio dining so we chose to sit outside. My husband wanted to try a local draft beer, Jason our waiter suggested he try Lost Cabin Beer in a can. It is a local beer that tastes like a good draft beer. He ordered it and liked it! Almost Every time we went out he would order the Lost Cabin Beer. For dinner we ordered the Walleye, it came with a green garlic sauce on top of the walleye with jasmine rice and broccoli. This was one of my favorite meals, the fish was cooked perfectly. We enjoyed our meal, and the patio is not fancy but we enjoyed sitting outside. We highly recommend The Custer Wolf! When you visit this restaurant and you sit in the patio, ask for Jason is a wonderful waiter! He is friendly, has a great sense of humor and is attentive. It was a joy having him as our waiter. read more

The Custer Wolf - My husband enjoying his Walleye and his Lost Cabin Beer - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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This is going to be a split review. First the good...service gets a 5. These folks HUSTLE! They were so pleasant and even though they were busy kept smiling. Nice job. The food was also a 5. It was terrific. The walleye was flaky and rhe sauce, superb. The green bean appetizer was scrumptious with a sauce that had a nice kick. Now for the less tgan stellar part. The restaurant itself is cute, it has indoor and outdoor seating. We chose indoor but had to contend with such fly distractions that it took away from the experience. Otherwise it would gave been a 5 all around. read more

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A hodge podge of seating arrangements. A bar type area, a middle regular cafe feel and a patio with a variety of furniture seating. Jason was helpful and very friendly, the service here is top notch. My husband had an issue with a salad where he couldn't substitute a dressing they took his salad back no questions asked. I had a walleye po boy not too greasy and flavorful. Recommend it for sure . read more

The Custer Wolf - Walleye po boy - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Enjoyed dinner at The Custer Wolf. We sat outside because it was busy at the time and that's all they had available, which was fine. It is a covered area that kept us dry despite the rain. I was excited to see Moose Drool on the beer menu, but to my disappointment, it was not available. I had a similar style beer from Wyoming and it was good. I had fish for dinner and it was great, along with the coconut rice. A chill place to relax and have a great meal. read more

The Custer Wolf - Beer - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Great food & service. Staff was friendly. Cool building, too. We would definitely go back when in Custer again.

Service was good, we sat at the bar. The bartender was really pushing the "best chicken tenders ever" so I went with them. They were OK, definitely not the best, they were lightly breaded and fried, it was the chicken. It was so bland, no seasoning, etc. the Mr got the walleye poboy, he said it was really good. The slaw and pickles really added a nice flavor. read more

Quick service and tasty food. My dad and I got the walleye po'boys and he got the potato smashers, while I got the coconut rice. The rice did have a strong flavor of coconut, but could've been a little moister. Similarly, the walleye po'boy could've used a little more tartar sauce, but did come with several pieces of walleye and was a very good portion. Prices were reasonable too. 2024 #46 read more

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Had the trout BLT with smashed red potatoes and pink lemonade. It was FANTASTIC, I will be back! read more

The Custer Wolf - Smoked Trout BLT lemon dill aoli and smashed red potatoes - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

This place has a great funky outdoor patio and the girls running the service were doing a great job. We were not as convinced of the food, the burgers were dry and burnt and no sauce at all (usually hip places come up with their own signature sauce). The salad with the berry dressing was probably the highlight of the dinner. read more

If I could add a sixth star I would. The service was exceptional. Attentive, kind, wonderful people attended to myself and my family. The food was remarkably better than other food that we ate in this town. We tried the state fish upon recommendation and I am so glad we did. This is the highest rated restaurant when we came through, and I can see why. Great food, and great service. A must do. read more

Plenty of seating. The server was very knowledgeable on the menu items but I didn't catch his name. The green beans are great! The chicken strips were wonderful also. They were juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The sauces for dipping were all good. Only wish is they fried in tallow instead of canola oil. read more

The Custer Wolf - Hand breaded chicken strips - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Best place to eat in Custer, SD!! Vibe: Visiting Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse & Custer State Park Order: Beet salad with Berry Dressing, beef bulgogi with rice & broccoli, bread pudding (2) Price: $50 + tip Leftovers: for days Taste: Delicious !!! Parking: Difficult to find spots around Service: Excellent!! A definite must try if anywhere in the area! Menu changes at owners whim so I like the variety! read more

The Custer Wolf - Beef bulgogi with coconut rice and charred broccoli - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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We were stopped in Custer for the night and many places were already closing at 7-7:30, so we hopped in to Custer Wolf around 7:30 and were out at 8:25, shortly after their 8pm closing time. We sat out on the covered patio, which was blocked well by the horizontal wood slates. It gave us enough privacy from the main road but still allowed us to look around. The food was great! On the burger, wish there had been a little more jalapeño cream cheese sauce but it still was a great burger. The smash potatoes were AMAZING and perfect in every way. The pasta a limone with chicken was delicious and creamy. I'd recommend either of those, and the other options on the menu sounded just as good! read more

The Custer Wolf - The BCJ Burger - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Such a cute place and the burger was amazing. I wasn't a huge fan of the smashed red potatoes (they were dry) but overall I loved the experience. Our server was exceptionally kind, loved his vibe. The live music made the experience top notch. read more

The Custer Wolf - Burger and smashed red potatoes - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Food was good, but expensive compared to the portion size. Extra $2 for onion rings when they only give you five??? Two fish sticks for $20 for fish and chips??? The supposed 6oz burger is smaller than quarter pound burgers anywhere else and the side of smashed red potatoes was sparse as well. If the food hadn't tasted good, this would have been a one star review....don't go here hungry. read more

The staff was friendly. profesional, and helpful. The service was great and the food was wonderful. We had beet salad, fish and chip, bcj burger, and bread pudding. All were great. I had potato smashers with my fish and hubby had broccoli with his bcj. The bread pudding portion was good enough for two to share and it was delicious. read more

The Custer Wolf - Beet salad - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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We loved The Custer Wolf! We ate there because we were in town for a program called Operation Black Hills Cabin. This is a program for wounded veterans The food was delicious and they had a good craft beer selection. I had the beef bulgogi with coconut rice and broccoli. I highly recommend it. The atmosphere was fun and the customer service was very efficient and friendly. To everyone at The Custer Wolf thank you for supporting Operation Black Hills Cabin and our wounded veterans. read more

Delicious lightly battered walleye poboy, delicious food for all and every table was greeted, offered friendly explanations and delivered quick attentive service the entire meal. Quaint downtown spot worthy of visit two when visiting this charming town. GOOD FOOD!! read more

The Custer Wolf - Walleye poboy - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Great food and wonderful customer service!! I had the hamburger and fries and asked for extra pickles and they were very accommodating. My husband had the bulgogi with rice and broccoli and really enjoyed it. We even bought shirts so we could remember this fun place!! read more

The Custer Wolf - Great local beer and Chardonnay ! - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

While passing through Custer, South Dakota after a visit to Mount Rushmore, we made a stop at The Custer Wolf for a quick bite--and it ended up being a memorable part of the day. The weather was perfect, so we opted for a seat outside, which gave us a pleasant view of the downtown area and added a relaxed, small-town charm to the experience. We started off with the cowboy caviar and fried green beans--both appetizers were flavorful and fresh, a great way to ease into the meal. For my main course, I went with the walleye po' boy, served with smashed potatoes. The fish was perfectly cooked, the sandwich well-balanced, and the potatoes were a hearty, comforting side. To drink, I enjoyed two Ninja Juice IPAs from nearby Sawyer Brewing Company, which paired nicely with the meal and added a refreshing local touch to the overall experience. All in all, the food was delicious, the beer cold, and the atmosphere--especially from the outdoor seating--made for a great stop. Whether you're passing through or spending more time in the Black Hills, The Custer Wolf is a solid pick for casual, quality eats. read more

The Custer Wolf - Walleye Po' boy with smashed potatoes - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

The place just opened and it was already getting crowded. So glad we got a table within 10 min. The place feels like an old western saloon with lots of beer and wine selections. We ordered the BBQ chicken flatbread made with Sweet Potato crust GF. So delicious and crispy. The BBQ sauce was just enough sweet to compliment the crust. The bacon and cheese were the right amount to balance the flavors. My husband ordered the smoked Trout BLT with smashed crispy potatoes. He said it was very good. The fried cod came with two pieces and cooked crispy the way it should be. Such a nice lunch for our first visit to Custer. read more

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The service was exceptional! Our server Jen was very attentive and nice! We had the cowboy caviar to start. It was a nice balance of sweet and tangy and the portion was large. I had the Walleye Po Boy. It was delicious and the huge! My husband had the Bcj burger and said it was good! read more

The Custer Wolf - Walleye Po boy - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

A really pretty restaurant in downtown Custer. They have an adorable patio but it was too cold the day we visited. I had the fish and chips and they were good but there was an unusual spice in the batter that I didn't like. My husband had the smoked trout BLT and really liked it. Everything seemed very fresh. Our server was great read more

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As odd as they sound the friend green beans are amazing! I recommend them! The chicken tenders are like what grandma used to make. Very relaxing atmosphere. read more

Stopped by based on someone's recommendation and so glad I took the suggestion! We were greeted by a lovely lady outdoors who sat us at a booth and then taken care of by another friendly young lady. I had the Italian turkey sandwich which was out of this world. For my side I had a salad that came with 2 slices of watermelon radish which I never heard of but I am a HUGE fan of radishes and loved the look and taste of it. My husband had the smoked trout BLT and raved about it. Seemed to be pretty popular for a Wednesday afternoon and I can see why. Highly recommend! read more

The Custer Wolf - Italian turkey with side salad - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

An 11/10 experience! Our hilarious waiter made our already great time here even better. All of the staff, in fact, were all extremely kind, having friendly banter with groups of customers as they served us. The crowd here also was welcoming and queer-friendly. The ambiance was cozy with a true local feel. The bathrooms are so nice here that it's almost comical - there are bidets on the toilet and a great changing table in the women's. The food was delicious. I got the falafel burger with a gluten free bun. The toppings were fresh and the tzatziki sauce it came with fit perfect. Dietary restrictions here are clearly labeled, even for the side dishes. They have a great gluten free selection, even offering a gluten free IPA. Thanks for making our post hike meal memorable! read more

The Custer Wolf - falafel burger with gluten free bun - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Service and ambience were very good. Pastas and fish were delicious. Prices seem a bit high compared to other restaurants. Somehow there were a lot of flies but we would come back again! read more

Really, really liked this place! Such a pleasant surprise. Our server, Terra, was an absolute delight and the food was on point. We had a Reuben and a Walleye sandwich, both of which were outstanding. Great flavors! And speaking of which, do not leave here without having the bread pudding. Terra enthusiastically recommended it, we trusted her, and she was not wrong. Holy cow. Amazing. It's a friendly vibe - like an old saloon that put on some lipstick for a night out - with unexpectedly tasty food on offer. Try it! read more

The best dining experience we had in the area. There were seven of us and we were greeted warmly and our waiter, I believe he said his name was Jason or something similar was fantastic and the food was delicious! My husband and I shared the chicken tenders with red potatoes and they were the best tenders I've ever had. All others seemed to like what they got too. If you're there, don't hesitate to try the Custer Wolf. read more

This was a quick stop after seeing the Crazy Horse monument. Very quick and friendly service. Dog friendly too. We sat on a covered patio, which was covered from the sun and wind. Split a steak with veggies, it was AWESOME. The waiter said it was sourced from a rancher in Nebraska so I liked that. Also got talked into a homemade cheesecake- so yummy- with an almond based crust. Sorry no photos, we ate it all and quickly. I'd highly recommend. Reasonably priced too. read more

Service was good but food was just ok. If you are going to serve Korean food. Actually learn how to make it with the proper ingredients or call it something else!! read more

It's a good thing that they are a good restaurant, because in spite of other businesses saying they were open on Yelp and website until 10/15, they were closed on 10/11. Your choices on this night were Custer Wolf, Pizza Hut until 8, and maybe Dairy Queen. Even the YesWay was remodeling and had no food. But Custer Wolf did not disappoint. Friendly service, varied enough menu to appeal to everyone, good beer selection. The special was a 16 oz angus strip with salad and side for $25. Salads have homemade dressings, and the smashed potatoes were soooo good. Steak was well prepared and seasoned. The bison sandwich is apparently a roasted cut shaved - it had amazing flavor and still moist which is not an easy task with buffalo. We left happy and too full for dessert. read more

The Custer Wolf - Steak special, bison sandwich - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

Waitress was nice and helpful, but young lady that delivered our appetizer of smashed potatoes practically threw them on our table as she passed by. Overpriced for what you get. Nothing special about the food. read more

Fantastic place. Now here is a bit of a caveat, I am not white and very obviously Native American. And these people in South Dakota have to be some of the most racist people I have ever encountered, even compared to Texas. Which is ironic because sure these racist hillbillies are inbred back 5 generations at least and so I don't understand why they are so obsessed with hating people. They should gaze inwards. Anyways, The Custer Wolf was a really nice change of pace and definitely hit the spot. Recommended if you ever find yourself in the armpit of America read more

The Custer Wolf - American Near Me - Custer, South Dakota