This is one of the few places to eat in DeSmet, particularly on a Saturday afternoon. The only…read moreother choices were the Subway and the Dairy Queen across the street. The menu is diner food with burgers, a Ruben, fish and shrimp baskets, chicken dinners, etc. we had burgers and an egg salad sandwich. Our food was good and our server was nice. The iced tea was giant but good and refreshing on a 90-degree day. The crowd was a mix of locals and French-speaking tourists.

Unfortunately, Dairy Queen = CLOSED. Subway = CLOSED. Other than the two gas stations, this is…read moreabout your only option, and you better be starving or on death's door to consider the place. Took my grandsons there this week and met by the ambivalent, unsmiling, bland young waitress with braids who looked like she would rather be pulling slivers out of her eyes instead of working for a few bucks. The food is the only thing that bumped this up to two stars, but it was mediocre at best. The 'Steak and Eggs' consisted of a 6oz ribeye that was maybe 3/8" thick. Why she bothered asking how we wanted it done is beyond me. It would be impossible to find a scale of rare to well done because anything more than 30 seconds on the grill would be burnt (it was that thin). No utensils and Miss Smiley was quick to chastise my 8-year-old grandson when I asked him to get some pre-wrapped ones from the counter. I told her that I was the one that sent him. Still ended up stirring my coffee with a knife. Eggs were fair; hash browns fair; bacon fair; sausage fair. Six of us eating breakfast and the bill was just a few dollars shy of $100. The 'Steak and Eggs' price is $18.95 and you're a fool if you pay that much. I was...twice. Let's talk about the 'ambiance' and the walls that are physically PEELING paint, the wobbly tables, the torn benches/seats and the overall filth in the place. This needs a John Tapper 'Restaurant Rescue' and he would probably turn and walk out again. Please, please tell your young waitress to get a personality and learn how to smile or she is going to be one miserable person to be around and live with for the next 60 years.

There is bar seating and separate family seating…read more I ordered the Monday prime rib sandwich special. It was a generous portion of thick cut prime rib. Served with delicious au jus. The sandwich was plain just bread and beef. But honestly the meat was good enough it was fine. Wife had hamburger steak. Cooked perfect tasted great. Kids had cheese burgers. A bit expensive for a kids meal but great burgers. The fries were delicious. Perfectly cooked crisp on the outside and creamy inside. We also order a side of broccoli. It appeared to be fresh steamed. It was great. None of the food had much salt which is preferred for us. We added just what we wanted. The salad bar was small but good. Not much fixings for the lettuce but a large selection of pasta salads. (And each was different.) and a fruit salad too. It was a Monday so only one person working the bar and restaurant but she did ok keeping up. Would definitely eat here again

The place was cowboy themed and they played a cowboy TV channel. I ordered the broasted chicken and…read moremy dad ordered a prime rib. I tried the prime rib and it was pretty good. The broasted chicken was also pretty good. The fries were very soft and some of the best I've ever had. I could barely taste my toast with all the butter on it. The popcorn machine had no popcorn in it. The service was fine other than the fact that the waiter came by 5 times after I finished my cheerily temple and didn't even ask if I wanted a refill once. Good food.

Best place to eat! With amazing service, great atmosphere. Steaks are bigger than the plates!read more

We went to 1481 Grille because it was a good location to meet family members and were treated to an…read moreexcellent meal. Two of us had different burgers (Roadhouse and Santa Fe)--both were done exactly as we ordered and very flavorful. Others in our group had the country-fried steak and the Wisco sandwich--very good! We finished the meal with the Badger Buns which were just a little unique and delicious. Service was excellent--Friendly, helpful and efficient. Great place!

Bar food done right. Less fancy and more like old school childhood memory food, just better. All…read moreserved with delightfully friendly service and ice cold beer. We liked it here immediately and ended up staying longer than we'd planned because it felt just right. Check it out if you're in town.

Yelp says Lakes Bar & Grill is open 11am to 9pm, so we drive all the way up from Sioux Falls only…read moreto find out they are closed!!! A sign on the building says they are open Wednesday through Saturday during the winter! Somebody needs to update Yelp!!! I'm angry about this!!

We stopped in with family while we was in town visiting and the food was great! Large portions…read moretoo!! The service was fast and friendly! A great ma & pa type family location! We will be back!

Service was excellent... friendly and fast! Food was great and the portions were large. Lots of…read moreparking. Next time we're in Watertown we will be making another stop at the Wheel Inn

Arrived with a starving group of four. Ordered drinks and the appetizer of pub chips. They came out…read morehot and so delicious. We all were in heaven. I ordered the flatiron steak with hash browns and a side salad. The salad had perfectly fresh greens with large slices of cucumber and a couple cherry tomatoes. Couldn't have asked for anything better except maybe a couple croutons. The steak had a bourbon glaze, was cooked to a perfect medium and ever so tender. I had to share a bite with everyone because it was that amazing. The rest of the group was just as happy with their food. Chislic with steak fries, Tuscan pasta with chicken and BOMB burger. Everyone raved. If you are within 30 miles of Castlewood, EAT HERE. You will not be disappointed.

It's nice to know that there's a decent restaurant in a small town called Castlewood. The place is…read morenice and clean. The food is delicious. We came here for the Walleye and it did not disappoint. The jumbo shrimp tasted fresh though a little bland in flavor. The service took a while though. We sat for a good 15 mins before our server took our order, though the place wasn't packed. So good food, slow service.

Favorite place to eat in Watertown. Great for families and friends. Food and service is great.read more

Dempsey's Brewery and Pubs nails that authentic Irish atmosphere so well, you half-expect a…read moreleprechaun to pinch your pint while you're not looking. The warm wooden digs and lively vibe make it a proper escape in Watertown, SD, though the only drawback is the constant buzz of chatter drowning out what should be some good ol' Dropkick Murphys tunes. I was particularly impressed by the great pastrami on homemade rye--tender, tangy meat stacked high on fresh-baked bread that could make even a New Yorker do a happy jig. Their bartenders are absolute gems, slinging drinks and banter with the charm of seasoned storytellers who somehow remember your name after one visit. One quirky touch is how the floors creak underfoot, like they're gossiping about all the pints spilled before you. Strangely enough, the soup of the day was tequila, a boozy curveball that had the whole place toasting with confused delight and empty bowls. The house brews hold their own, pairing like old friends with the hearty grub. All in all, Dempsey's is a witty, wonderful Watertown, SD gem.

Almost never open. Food just so so. Wish things were better- sorry. It is tolerable for breakfast…read morebut nothing special , honestly.

Travel through Clark. Stopped in for lunch. Peggy knee the lady who owned the flower shop next…read morestore so I decided to stop in for tea and lunch while waiting for Peggy. First off: Friendly staff. Tip, I missed that the do shakes and malts. Maybe next time. Peg ordered chef salad and I order the Italian sub. Yum yum