Warm up with seasonal flavors in the Black Hills and Badlands.
Indulge in hearty entrees, decadent desserts, and drinks crafted for the winter bringing comfort and joy with every sip and bite. We invite you to local establishments that are sure to add a little extra jolly to your holidays this year.
Coffee & Hot Chocolate
Steaming lattes and sweet hot chocolates warm you during all your holiday adventures. Local coffee shops across the region serve festive favorites —peppermint mochas, sugar cookie lattes, and salted caramel hot chocolates.
Toastique and The Local in Rapid City are recommended spots to grab a little seasonal cheer to sip while looking at holiday lights or on your way to cut down the family tree.
Comfort Food
While the crisp, winter air envelopes us, gather around the table to enjoy comforting, hearty meals that warm the soul. Local eateries invite you to slow down, warm up, and savor the flavors of the area.
Tatanka, or bison, chilis and stews are the perfect meal for the winter season. Enjoy the regional dish at establishments like Ruby House Restaurant, where it is served in a fresh, warm bread bowl.
Nothing says slow down quite like slow roasted BBQ. Check out the Smokehouse Sports Bar and Grill, where classic American BBQ levels up with bold Mexican flavors and dishes, creating a smokey, savory, and spicy infusion you must try for yourself.
Sweet Treats
Just because it’s winter, it doesn’t mean it’s too cold for ice cream. Two Cows Creamery & Bistro in Hot Springs scoops up seasonal delights like peppermint stick and eggnog flavored ice cream. Other holiday flavors on rotation include praline and walnut and cinnamon and sugar. An added bonus? Ice cream melts much more slowly in the winter so you can savor each bite.
Chubby Chipmunks, a local, hand-crafted chocolate shop in Deadwood and Rapid City, offers decadent, seasonal flavors like peppermint, dark salted caramel, eggnog, and bourbon pecan. A Christmas-themed box ensures merriment in each bite.
Spirited Drinks
Pour a cup of holiday cheer with winter stouts and dark lagers hand-crafted at local breweries. Sturgis Brewing Company in Sturgis, Mount Rushmore Brewing in Custer, and the Prairie Dog Taproom in Hill City are just a few spots pouring seasonal brews.
Cheers to the New Year with sparkling wine or a deep, warm red blend at Belle Joli Winery & Sparkling House in Sturgis while enjoying charcuterie in a cozy setting. Watch fresh fallen snow cover the vineyard for a magical winter experience.
Dine With Us
No matter the occasion-a holiday family tradition, a couple's getaway, or a large family gathering, our local eateries, restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries welcome you to gather and find enjoyment with those surrounding you.
Find a full list of dining in the Black Hills and Badlands here.