I assume this place would be super busy on a holiday weekend, but we walked in and they were only…read moretwo other tables seated Anyway, what a view! My husband had the native American fry bread taco and I had a grilled chicken sandwich with fries and we both had a Michelob ultra Alex was our server and was super friendly and efficient They also play Fun old timey music - stuff I haven't heard since the 70s and early 80s My chicken sandwich was tasty, they added pepper jack for an extra dollar and it also had pickles, lettuce, and tomato. My husband thought the fried bread was good, but wasn't a huge fan of the taco meat as it tasted just like Taco Bell, lol. Total bill was $46 before tip- you're paying for the view They have a ton of room in here, so hopefully business picks up for them.

tl;dr the Native-ish dishes deliver on the comfort food front, and nowhere have I dined with such a…read morestunning view for this low of a price Among the regional dishes native to South Dakota, many trace their roots to Native American cuisine. An accessible spot to sample these dishes is at the Laughing Water Restaurant at Crazy Horse Memorial. Here, the menu features American comfort food with a Native bent. Briefly, Crazy Horse Memorial is an in-progress mountainside sculpture depicting the eponymous Lakota warrior. Thus far, only Crazy Horse's face and hand have been completed, but the titanic scale of the sculpture dwarfs even Mt Rushmore. One of the best views of the sculpture is from the museum complex, including select tables within the attached Laughing Water Restaurant. The expansive, banquet hall-esque dining space features polished wood motifs across the walls, ceilings, tables, and chairs. Every inch of wall space is occupied by windows, Native American artwork, or memorabilia related to Crazy Horse. Austere, warmly lit chandeliers complement the ample natural light. The floors are lined with thin brown carpeting that proactively hides most stains. Background music plays quietly throughout the space. My party arrived for early lunch, aiming to dine before an incoming tour group. Our proactivity was rewarded with an unrivaled view of Crazy Horse from a secluded secondary dining room. We opted to share a smattering of entrees and desserts. Notably, multiple plates featured Indian fry bread, a disk of deep-fried dough somewhere between naan and funnel cake. My favorite dish was the Native American Taco -- fry bread topped with ground beef, refried beans, and all of the other Americanized taco fixings. The hearty combination was a half-step above the standard, at-home "taco night" creation. I also enjoyed the rich and salty Tatanka Stew, loaded with buffalo and vegetables, then sprinkled with shredded cheese. The only disappointing entree was the 1/3 lb Buffalo Smash Burger; the "smashed" patty lost all of its juice and ended up dry and flavorless. Of desserts, I couldn't get enough of the Kuchen. Derived from the German word for "cake", this custard-y tart is the official dessert of South Dakota. Laughing Horse's version featured strawberry rhubarb in its rich custard filling. Meanwhile, the Wajape (a Native berry sauce) was mostly indistinguishable from the compote paired with pancakes at any roadside diner. The service was friendly and attentive, and the prices were reasonable. Across all dishes, the portions were generous, and the food felt homemade (rather than fast-food quality or overtly upscale). The Native influences across the dishes were clearly watered down, but the food was palatable, and the views were unparalleled. Considering that we were a captive audience, Laughing Water exceeded expectations and offered a glimpse into native South Dakotan cuisine without breaking the bank.

The food is not tasty. I ordered a baked potato, and it was green and hard as a rock. The staff is…read morerude and doesn't even greet you. They charged a tip to my card without my permission. I don't recommend it. It's better to stop at Pilot and eat there -- more filling and cheaper.

worst service ever. Took 35 minutes to get a waiter. 30 minutes to get our drink order that came…read moreput wrong even after the second try. And then never got to place our order after waiting with our menus for an hour. will not recommend this POS to anyone.

So crazy to find this Jamaican restaurant in such a small city-Rapid City (mainly Caucasian and…read moreNative people here).. and the food is so good! A lot of times I find really good food in random places. Like there is an amazing Dominican restaurant in Orem (Provo Utah) and you would never think it would be good lol! But I ordered a small curry chicken meal on DoorDash with extra gravy and a side of peppa sauce. Service was somewhat good..and I say somewhat because they listened to my requests but didn't include my drink I ordered. I ordered a Ting.. Thankfully the Dasher took it upon himself to stop at a gas station and get me a Pepsi which was super nice of him and I was extremely grateful! The small was the perfect size and still too much for me. Chicken is juicy and flavorful, cabbage is super good. Rice & Peas were so good and not overly seasoned. Definitely ordering again. Peppa sauce was great too!

I was just trying to find something decent to eat when I stumbled across this spot and man, it…read morecaught me off guard in the best way. Everything else around here looked like the usual lineup of fast‑food chains and sandwich shops pushing overpriced, highly processed subs. This place isn't quite a hole‑in‑the‑wall, but it's definitely leaning in that direction, and honestly, that's part of the charm. I went with the jerk chicken plate, which came with rice and peas and cabbage. The chicken came out hot, tender, and packed with flavor the kind of seasoning that makes you pause mid‑bite like okay, they're not playing. The jerk sauce that came with this meal was delicious. Tangy, spicy and full of flavor. The rice and peas were fine, but they definitely weren't as good as other Jamaican spot I've eaten at. Now don't get me wrong they were still very tasty. The cabbage added a nice balance and rounded out the plate. The lady working was friendly and the price of the meal was well worth it.

Nestled next to a run down casino I should have taken that as a warning sign. I would give…read moreambiance a zero rating. But this was nothing special, not even the flies inside the restaurant. I question the cleanliness of this place. The food has an industrial salt level especially the refied beans. The rice had little flavor and I did not find the quality up to par. Service was indifferent. This is a pass.

Food was great!! Service was friendly. The food came out fast and it was delicious. I'll definitely…read morereturn. The barria tacos had that nice crusty cheese layer and were served with the traditional consommé to dip them in. I got the regular and might try the spicy next time. The salsa was super fresh and not spicy. This is an easy to find location with lots of parking. The restaurant has an extensive menu..

Was it $35 because of Sturgis? Liquid eggs and canned sausage gravy. I covered it in hot sauce…read morebecause the place was freezing cold. Service was real good and the bathroom was clean. I had a caramel roll that was store-bought. Not going back.

Pancakes are huge! Great breakfast options on a simple menu! I had the Redneck Hashbrowns! Love…read morethis place!

Drive thru order on a Sunday morning was perfect! Fresh, hot, and fast! The service is friendly and…read morethe prices are reasonable for the area and for the size of the burritos we ordered. These burritos were huge and so tasty! The salsas were all very flavorful as well! I would highly recommend!

2nd location on Mt Rushmore Rd. Horrible service and…read moredisgusting food. Waited over 45 minutes for Enchiladas and a Burrito. Then when I bit into the Enchiladas they were cold and I said no lettuce or onions, they didn't listen. The "giant burrito" was not giant and was also cold. Noone once told me that they apologize for the wait time. 2 families of 4 came in after I did, they were all done eating when I was just getting my food. I ordered before them too.

We were greeted immediately and sat at the closest booth to the host station. The restaurant was…read morecompletely empty of customers. Our server greeted us, but was very rushed to try to serve us. I explained I had never been there before and needed a few minutes to review the menu. We tried to give a drink order and she would run away before we could even tell her that we wanted an appetizer. when we would tell her, we would want one appetizer she tried to walk off before we could tell her our second appetizer choice. She was very friendly, but definitely was very rushed even though there were no other customers in the restaurant. If I would've known any better, I would've assumed she was busy trying to get to other customers. You get two free breads slices, but we ordered the appetizer it got for additional slices of the bread. I personally did not like it. It was very greasy. When I asked what it's made of it is imitation, crab, mayo, and cheese on top of bread. We also got fried okra as our second appetizer. I took pictures of the menu and the appetizers, but forgot to get a picture of our meal because I was so eager to try it. Our entrées were very delicious. I ordered snow, crab, shrimp, and scallops in a garlic butter sauce with no heat. The person with me order Dungeness crab, lobster tail, shrimp, and clams. We both enjoyed our entrées a lot. We will be going again sometime in the future.

My wife and I decided to try Storming Crab for out 51st anniversary, wow, what a huge mistake! We…read moreboth ordered Cod with one side. I have never been served such horrible fish anywhere. The fish was very dry, very tough and had virtually no flavor. My wife said her corn tasted day old. The fries however, we excellent. Storming Crab, never again

While visiting Badlands and vicinity, we were looking for a good dining spot. Ma Cualli had great…read morereviews, so we decided to give it a try - and it did not disappoint. We ordered margaritas, guacamole, quesabirria tacos, shrimp fajitas, and carne asada tacos. When the food came out, we were taken back with the HUGE potion size and the aroma. Everything was delicious, and packed with flavor. Every dish delivered on taste, making it a meal that was both satisfying and memorable. The value was excellent, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. The staff were very friendly, attentive, and flexible, adding to the overall experience. The restaurant itself has a great ambiance, with a spacious interior. If you're visiting Rapid City and looking for memorable, authentic Mexican food, Ma Cualli is definitely worth a stop. A great find during our South Dakota adventure.

The giant margaritas are there only to draw you in from the windows. In reality, the drink is quite…read moreweak, barely felt anything. In fact, felt more from a glass of Blue Moon beer. I wish drinks were stronger. They don't make any common drinks outside of the menu (asked for a Bloody Mary). We had a cucumber-and-jalapeño margarita and a beer. Limited vegetarian menu. Complimentary salsa and chips were good.