The Best Cheap Eats in Sioux Falls

The OpenTable Team

Sioux Falls is the busiest city in South Dakota, with a restaurant scene to match. The huge Falls Park on the Big Sioux River draws thousands of hungry visitors each year- great news for independent diners and restaurants. Because of this, eating out on a budget has never been easier. But where can diners find the best value dining in Sioux Falls? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We’ve tried and tested some of the most affordable and tastiest restaurants in town.

From big celebrations to everyday dining, Sioux Falls has a pocketbook-friendly option for everything. Enjoy happy hour in Harrisburg, with drinks offers and comfort food served in style. Or take a seat outside down by the river and indulge in Caribbean inspired seafood for less than one might expect. Enjoy lunch without limits and book for some of the best cheap eats Sioux Falls has on offer right now.

17 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	22TEN Kitchen Cocktails, Granite City Food & Brewery - Sioux Falls, Crawford's Bar & Grill…
Price Range:	$$ - $$
Cuisines:	American…
Neighborhoods:	Sioux Falls…

22TEN Kitchen Cocktails

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

268 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Neighborhood Gem

Southwest Sioux Falls is home to a social and stylish eatery, in the shape of 22Ten Kitchen and Cocktails. The bright, open layout encourages conversation and conviviality. The ecl…Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in South Dakota

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Granite City Food & Brewery - Sioux Falls

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

221 reviews

Good for Anniversaries
Good for Birthdays
Great for Outdoor Dining

With the slogan “Fresh Beer Tastes Better,” it’s no surprise that Granite City Brewery has a massive focus on on-site breweries and beer diners can take home. They have a passion f…Read more

Great for Lunch in South Dakota

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Crawford's Bar & Grill

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

441 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Neighborhood Gem

Just minutes from Fawick Park with its statue of resident automobile inventor, Thomas Fawick, Crawford’s is full of its own little snippets of history. Reclaimed wooden tables and …Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in South Dakota

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Minerva's - Sioux Falls

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

1,430 reviews

Special Occasion
Romantic
Good for a Date

For over two decades, Minerva’s has been a top dining destination for hungry folks all across the Midwest. Succulent steaks and seafood plus perfect pasta keep regulars returning. …Read more

93% recommended

Best Ambiance in South Dakota

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Parker's Bistro

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

590 reviews

Romantic
Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries

Parker’s proprietors had a vision about their restaurant: to share their passion for good food and create a new way to experience a great meal. They’ve certainly achieved that, wit…Read more

96% recommended

Best Overall in South Dakota

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Tomacellis Pizza

$$$$·Italian·

Sioux Falls

For cheap eats Sioux Falls has some great fast food options, including some of the most popular pizza around. Tomacelli’s has branches at on West Side and East Side, and offers an …Read more

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Spezia - Steaks, Italian & Seafood

$$$$·Italian·

Sioux Falls

582 reviews

Special Occasion
Romantic
Fit for Foodies

Spezia is on a mission to impart their love of Italian cuisine to the entire community of Sioux Falls. They’ve been doing that successfully for some time now, with offerings like M…Read more

90% recommended

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Red Lobster - Sioux Falls

$$$$·Seafood·

Sioux Falls

21 reviews

Special Occasion
Casual
Bar Seating

The New-England themed décor and friendly service make Red Lobster and enduring favorite restaurant chain. Their love of seafood is always evident, and there are plenty of ways to …Read more

100% recommended

Most Booked in Sioux Falls

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Shahi Palace

$$$$·Indian·

Sioux Falls

20 reviews

Authentic
Casual
Great for Lunch

Beloved by locals, Shahi Palace offers authentic Indian food in a bright and elegant dining area based on South Shirley Avenue. The freshest ingredients and a real love of good foo…Read more

100% recommended

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Roll'n Pin Café & Grille

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

4 reviews

Casual
Comfort Food
Afternoon Coffee

Sometimes, all that’s needed is some great comfort food and a place to chill. Roll’n Pin offers that all day long, from breakfast and award-winning crepes to hand-cut steaks at din…Read more

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Phillips Avenue Diner

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

Downtown’s favorite corner restaurant, Phillips echoes the stylings of the typical American retro diner, right down to the authentic jukebox. Continuing the diner theme, there are …Read more

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Mamas Ladas Llc

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

Mama's Ladas makes a huge claim right from the get-go: Nothing tastes better than Mama’s enchiladas. Well, plenty of regulars would agree with that sentiment. The menu is small, bu…Read more

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Giliberto's Mexican Taco Shop

$$$$·Mexican·

Sioux Falls

When it comes to cheap eats Sioux Falls locals know there’s nothing better than tacos filled to the brim with fresh ingredients. Well, there is one thing better: having those tacos…Read more

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Morrie's Steakhouse

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Sioux Falls

922 reviews

Special Occasion
Romantic
Good for Anniversaries

Great value is as much about what diners get for their money, as well as how much they shelled out in the first place. With that in mind, Morrie’s gives very good value indeed. Abs…Read more

95% recommended

Best Overall in South Dakota

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Lalibela Restaurant

$$$$·American·

Sioux Falls

Ethiopian cuisine is a relative newcomer to the Sioux Falls dining scene. Lalibela, named for the famous town in Ethiopia, encourages the ideals of community and family, tradition,…Read more

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Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

$$$$·Mexican·

Sioux Falls

Autentico sabor Mexicano: the authentic taste of Mexico. That’s what Puerto Vallarta on East 10th promises- and delivers. The restaurant is warm and filled with touches of Mexican …Read more

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Turks & Caicos Cabana Grille - Permanently Closed

$$$$·Caribbean·

Sioux Falls

225 reviews

Special Occasion
Great for Outdoor Dining
Good for Anniversaries

With the feel of a sunny coastal retreat, Turks and Caicos Cabana Grille takes diners ocean-side with a menu filled with the tastes of Thailand, Hawaii, and Jamaica. Split the bill…Read more

90% recommended

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