China Garden

This is a small restaurant tucked away on the main street in Spearfish. It is owned and run by one…read morefamily who does the cooking, cleaning, and attending to their customer's needs. Although small and with a limited buffet (about 30 or so items) the food is expertly cooked with the vegetables cooked to a crisp doneness and the meat to perfection. The kitchen is constantly delivering small portions to the buffet so all the offerings are fresh and hot. Because food is cooked in small portions it is never left standing to become a less than delicious fair. Highly recommend after eating there two different days at different times. We shall return, I'm sure. In talking to one of the owners I found that since they took the restaurant over they have been getting old customers back, and they come back again. Apparently, the food was not so good before they took it over, and they have made a change for the better.

With a name like Jade Palace, it's got to be spectacular, right? I broke my own rule about never…read moreeating off a buffet, and my visit only reinforced my feelings about buffets. I am sure it would have been great at lunchtime, but we were there after 4:00 and most of the food was old. The chicken for sweet-and-sour chicken was so dried out that when you bit into it, it was hard to really know what it even was. The Crab Rangoon was overcooked and the filling was crumbly. And the egg drop soup was oily. How does that even happen?! HOWEVER..... the spicy orange chicken and fried rice were exceptional, as was the Kung Pao chicken. If I do go back, I will order these items from the menu rather than from the buffet. And I will pay with a credit card because the girl at the cash register had a terrible time with cash.

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Golden Dragon Restaurant

3.1(35 reviews)

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The owner greeted us upon entering with a friendly smile and relevant question to make you feel at…read morehome. The food was great as usual and was delivered in a timely manner. I recommend this place for those who enjoy Chinese cuisine. If you have a personal choice and If it is not on the menu ask they can make so many more dishes than shown on a full menu.

This is our go to for Chinese food in Spearfish. The owner is delightful and always remembers our…read moreorder.

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Wife and I are on a road trip coming back from Yellowstone. We decided to stop in rapid city for a…read morefew nights. All 6 Chinese places in West Yellowstone were closed, so we were looking for a good Chinese restaurant here. Oh boy did we find one. We enjoyed it so much we came back for dinner the next night. Night 1 my wife got orange chicken with fried rice and egg drop soup. The chicken was crispy and egg drop soup was exactly what you want. I had the beef lo mein and it was excellent. Perfect amount of sauce and the beef was incredibly tender. Then next night, she got the walnut shrimp and hot and sour soup. The coconut sauce was so freaking good, might have been my favorite thing we tried. I had Mongolian beef and wonton soup. Again the beef was super tender with great flavor. Service was on point, food arrived quickly. The interior was very clean and well kept. Excellent vibes. Will come back next time we're in town and will recommend to anyone

Reasonably priced meals with decent sized portions. Average tastiness. Service was efficient, fast…read moreand friendly on a Wednesday night. Atmosphere was average Chineese style, and restaurant was clean and tidy.

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Chicken with cashew nuts ($9.75) comes with fried rice

The Green Bean Coffeehouse

4.6(119 reviews)

12.9 mi

This little spot is a freakin' gem! The highlight for me was definitely that handmade pie! It was…read moreso fresh and had the same taste and texture as carnival scones. And the fresh berries inside were delicious! You need to try one of the hand pies if that's the only thing you get here! Our sandwiches were really yummy as well. I got the Smokehouse and mom got the Bacon Apple Cheddar. Mine had a lot of sliced chicken breast which I appreciated. Very solid and filling panini, even if it was a little on the messy side. It wasn't mind blowing but it's a solid and safe choice if you want a great tasting panini. But man, I tried a handful of bites of my mom's sandwich and it made me wish I had gotten that one! Something about those thin slices of warm apples mingling with the melted cheese and bacon just worked so good! Not some crazy sandwich but something a bit more special than what you'd normally get. But it was fantastic. Definitely a winner and something I'd easily recommend getting here. That and the hand pie!

Good coffee, good atmosphere. Baristas very friendly…read more Definitely make this a preferred stop

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Almond Joy iced latte with x-shot and 1/2 syrup.

Imperial

3.0(1 review)

12.5 mi

Decent food. Reasonable lunch price. Good lunch place if you want food with out all the pomp and…read morefanfare of an upscale.

Thai Thai

4.4(196 reviews)

51.5 mi

Super Thai place. On the roads d stopped here for quick dinner. So glad we did. The shrimp Shu Mai,…read morecombo fried rice and drunken noodles...wouldn't order the noodles again but everything else was great. Fast service, in and out in 45 minutes. Super friendly peeps and the ambiance is quiet and romantic. Great for date night

Some of the blandest Thai food and most indifferent service I've experienced…read more It was moderately busy when we got there, and no one who walked in was greeted or acknowledged for several minutes, which happened during our entire time there. It took a long time to get water, menus, and no one checked on us after the food arrived. The glass noodles desperately needed spice- I asked for "medium" and that was apparently interpreted as "zero". The fresh spring rolls were embarrassing, with not much more than iceberg lettuce. I'm giving them some credit for the curry, which actually did have spice and my husband described as acceptable. The satay sauce had some kick, which I used to make my noodles more edible. It seems like the high reviews are a function of the area lacking other Thai options, and locals accepting indifferent service from restaurants. Just know it's not because of good food or service.

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Thai Thai Iced Tea

Fuji Sushi & Sake Bar

4.4(124 reviews)

50.2 mi

Deliciousness. Best sushi in town. I always get the yum yum roll and Godzilla roll. Absolutely love…read moreeverything they make.

Not my favorite place. The star was very nice and polite. We did not care for all the food and they…read moredid comp it off the bill. But the sushi we ordered was great. The place is very quiet and no music or anything so your conversations travel. Food tastes bland but it was fresh. Maybe good for some but not for me.

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Tiger roll, Dynamite, scallop, fried Red Snapper rolls.

Pacific Rim Cafe

4.2(337 reviews)

51.0 mi

What can I say????…read more Super good! I went for Pho mainly. I was going to try a different restaurant the day before called Pho Vietnam, but they put a bad taste in my mouth before I could even try it. I'm glad I didn't, and I'm glad I tried this place instead. Menu has a good selection. Seems like also some Chinese American food. I got a Thai tea; which was amazing. I ordered a grilled beef banh mi that came with a side salad! Sooo big and huge.. Then I ordered steak pho with tendon... I ordered a small and it was more than enough. Good portions, flavorful and had some good depth. Good amount of veggies to add to pho.. I dipped my banh mi into the pho and that takes it to another level. It was nice inside the restaurant, the ambiance was nice and calm...service was good and helpful. I couldn't finish all my food and was able to pack it all up. I will definitely return.

I always try to support local restaurants, and I was excited to give Pacific Rim a try. The first…read morething that stood out was the restaurant itself--the ambiance is very nice, clean, and inviting. On a beautiful summer Friday evening during tourist season, I was a little surprised it wasn't busier because the space creates a great first impression. We ordered the General Tso's Chicken, Mongolian Beef, spring rolls, and two boba teas. The sauces on both entrées had good flavor, but unfortunately the proteins were the weak point of the meal. The chicken was fair, but the beef was extremely tough and dry. The texture was so chewy that it almost felt like beef jerky that had been rehydrated in sauce. The rice also didn't seem fresh and fluffy as I would have expected. The spring rolls were easily the best part of the meal. They were fresh, flavorful, and the highlight of everything we ordered. The boba teas were a bit underwhelming. They were so sweet that the sweetness completely overpowered the tea flavor, making it difficult to appreciate the drink itself. Our total came to about $64, including a 15% tip on a pickup order. At that price point, I expected better quality and value, especially considering the portion size of the Mongolian Beef. I genuinely want local restaurants to succeed, and Pacific Rim has a nice atmosphere and some promising flavors. However, based on this experience, the quality did not match the price. I think more attention to ingredient freshness and execution would go a long way. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, because I'd like to see the food live up to the potential of the restaurant itself.

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Great Wall Chinese Restaurant

2.7(114 reviews)

51.5 mi

Disgusting! It was…read morealmost all uncooked vegetables. Literally about 4 bites with chicken in the whole dish. The vegetables weren't cooked all the way and tasted very bland. My wife got the shrimp lo mein and it reeked of pee. Yes Pee. She couldn't even eat it and swore it tasted like pee too. We both threw our dinners out after spending $43 you'd think you'd get some decent food. Absolutely disgusting food do not eat here.

Hey guys, we are vacationing in Rapid City from Philadelphia. We have gone to a lot of Chinese…read morerestaurants over the years. I have to tell you this is one of the best restaurants I have been in. The food was plentiful and excellent. The service was very quick and pleasant. They have a lovely dining room with a beautiful aquarium with three large fish that just relax you as you watch them. I never thought I would find such a great Chinese restaurant in Rapid City.

Main restaurant in dining area with aquarium.

General Tso General Tso's Chicken with fried rice

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Chicken low-mein lots of chicken

Fuji Asian Express

2.3(6 reviews)

50.2 mi

I'm not from here, but the last couple times I've been here the food is good, especially for mall…read morefood. But this time I was so disgusted. I was about 5-7 bites in, saw a piece of hair... usually I just pull it off and won't eat that piece and eat the rest but this time I pulled it and a KNOT of hair followed. Mad disgusting. It's hard to tell in the pics but it's there!!! The employees need to wear their hair up, or be more courteous when handling food...

Zero stars. The app won't let you post without at least one star. The lady with short hair and…read moreglasses just attempted an over charge on my purchase. Menu price: $3.00. My price: $4.00. There are no signs or indicators anywhere saying prices are now higher. When I pointed this out she developed an attitude. I told her to keep her food and left. That's the biggest trap in food service; let some poor fool load up a plate then overcharge them at the register. Most people are too "nice" to defend themselves and just pay the difference. I was a $50-100 a week customer...

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Great food, very friendly service. They gave alot of food.

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Nellie P.

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5 years ago

After hearing so many people rave about China Garden and post comments about them re-opening after Covid, we decided to give them a try. They were only open for take-out. I found a website that listed their menu and prices. And, we ordered a based off of that list. The portions are quite small. And the prices on that list were no longer current. We had high expectations after seeing so many posts about the place. And we also had a favorite Chinese restaurant where we lived previously. Compared to them, China Garden does not compare. The food was mediocre, not a lot of flavor. Previous reviews mention the wait staff. I cannot comment on that since they're weren't open to eat in the restaurant. read more

Stacey R.

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14 years ago

This family owned and operated restaurant has wonderful food that is consistently delicious. Helen, Ken and the children all work together to provide a clean, comfortable place to enjoy a meal. They have dine-in, to go, and delivery options. Their wonton soup is a family favorite for us. Teriyaki chicken, foil wrapped chicken, and sesame beef are my kids favorites. read more

David K.

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7 years ago

Stopped in while on a road trip to Missouri and was not disappointed. The service was quick and efficient allowing us to receive our food in less than 20 minutes. The food was delicious and inexpensive, a plate of pepper chicken, beef and broccoli and fried rice was only $10. Overall if I were to come through again this would definitely deserve a stop. read more

Paul T.

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14 years ago

Not much to look at but clean, extremely good food and friendly service. The orange beef and the salt & pepper fish are my favorites, and the hot & sour soup is very good. We eat at China Garden often, and never had a bad meal or heard of anyone else having a bad meal. It is a favorite place for local people. read more

Rose H.

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1

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10 years ago

We were traveling through and stopped for dinner. Our food was over the top excellent. My husband had Honey Walnut Schrimp and I had Egg Drop soup and Cashew Chicken. We shared a fried banana dessert. This is Chinese done right. We live about 900 miles away or we would be back regularly. read more

AmericInn B.

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5

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14 years ago

We send a lot of guests to this eating establishment and they are all satisfied. There is convenient delivery, take out or dine in.

Sandy F.

5

25

7

9 years ago

Drove all the way from Mt Rushmore since it said on the website that it was open on Sunday. It's not.

Kris

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1

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9 months ago

Helen and Ken are back! It is to go only as it is just the two of them. The great food is Back.

Steve M.

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5

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13 years ago

Best Chinese in the Black Hills. And whodathunk it would be in Belle Fourche?!

Ginger E.

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2

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7 years ago

Really great food! The best orange chicken in the hills and great service.

Wade B.

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1

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11 years ago

All I can say is wow! Very good food and friendly staff. Will stop again.

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