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    Ruby House Restaurant

    3.4 (386 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars, Soup
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    RUBY HOUSE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    Donn D.

    I wasn't sure about stepping into and ordering lunch from what is clearly a tourist trap, but we were pleasantly surprised by the experience. My buddy and I were just off a long motorcycle ride, and after seeing the hilarious gunfight next store our stomachs were growling so we stepped in. He ordered the loaded nachos, and I had an Indian Taco on fry bread. I know, I know; it's no longer politically correct to say 'Indian' but somehow 'Native American Taco' just sounds worse. Both meals were generously portioned and the ingredients fresh while the price was right. The restaurant was well staffed, dark and cool, which was just what the doctor ordered for a couple of weary travelers. The bathroom was surprisingly large, and impeccably clean. It was just a quick stop for lunch but it was well worth it.

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    Ashley E.

    There's not much to say other than this restaurant was extremely average, and I'm only saying that because I did enjoy the few bites of chicken fried steak I tried. The prime rib sandwich honestly sucked, tough, chewy, not much flavor. Fries seemed almost undercooked? Not sure. Onion petals did have fantastic breading and were delicious!

    Chicken salad, very good and she who ordered loved the chicken.
    Mitch P.

    On vacation with friends in Keystone and we wanted lunch and this looked interesting from the outside so we went in, and the restaurant had amazing atmosphere on the inside, all over the walls and more, just fascinating to look at. Karla was a good server in taking orders and understanding when people asked to add or subtract something from what is on the menu. Overall our table liked their food except for the fish & chips, which were a "C," just nowhere as good as the same dish ordered elsewhere during our South Dakota trip. Having shared that, we all would recommend this restaurant to those visiting Keystone.

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    Calila V.

    We had dinner here on a Friday early evening. Pre-Dinner Drinks: Pineapple cider (delicious) and an Old fashioned made with Bickering Brothers (delicious). I have to note that the drinks were CHEAP: the pineapple cider was $4.50 a can and the Old Fashioned was $7.00 (unheard of!) Appetizer: Onion Petals with ranch dipping sauce - They were OK Entrees: Country fried steak with gravy, mashed potatoes and a cup of broccoli cheddar soup - The steak was good, the mashed potatoes were a baked potato smashed with a fork (not great) but tasted fine, the soup was tasteless - Overall OK New York strip steak with baked potato and a cup of broccoli cheddar soup - The steak was good, the mashed potatoes were okay and the soup was tasteless - Overall OK Drinks: Stella draft beer and Tickle Me Rhubarb wine ($6.50 a glass!) - I recommend the rhubarb wine, first time trying it and it was different. The servers were good, the bartenders were friendly (one of them a bit pushy trying to get people to buy more drinks) and the ambiance was alright. The red walls filled with the framed painting are a vibe, just not mine LOL The bar and the restaurant, although housed in the same building, are different, so you will receive two bills at the end of your meal, one from the bar and one from the restaurant.

    Alex Z.

    The food could have been better. I ordered the bison stew in bread, but it didn't taste fresh. The bison meat inside tasted strange, and the stew itself was bland. I wouldn't recommend the food here. My partner's steak was also undercooked and not very flavorful. The ambiance is reminiscent of an old saloon with red velvet walls and carpets adorned with numerous portraits. It gives off a haunted house vibe.

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    Ried S.

    Came here at recommendation from our hotel team as a place for a good steak and nice atmosphere. There was a 15-minute wait which wasn't a big deal as they're a ton of shops and parlors lining the street to walk around. They give you a beeper to let you know when the table is ready. I ordered a Bourbon Ribeye steak cooked Medium Rare and it was quite rare, I'd argue Blue rare. Be sure to check your meat and maybe go up a preference. The bourbon sauce was good but sweet for my taste, and overwhelming as the steak was covered in it. I'd suggest ordering your sauce on the side. Broccoli was fine. Steak was a sizable 16oz We were seated in the main dining area which was very traditional American west themed. Service for the most part was fair. Overall, not my favorite place but can see why people recommend it. Yelp Elites should probably look elsewhere.

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    Shea S.

    Nice old restaurant on the Keystone boardwalk. Our waitress was very friendly and recommended the buffalo ribs. They were delicious. So tender, fell off of the bone. Reasonable prices especially for a tourist area. Some interesting old pictures and artifacts on the walls to look at while dining. Bar service was from the saloon next door, so if you want an adult beverage you have a separate server and bill. They come right to your table though, so it's not a problem at all. I didn't snap a pic of my ribs, baked potato and salad, but took a couple of the walls :)

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    Sara L.

    Maybe it's because it's off season, but I've been disappointed by the cuisine available around Hill City and Keystone. Ruby House is popular. On a Friday, party of 2 had to wait 15 minutes. I tried the buffalo stew in a bread bowl, and it was delicious, savory, with potatoes and corn, onions and other yummy things that go in stew. My husband had the 8-oz prime rib that came with a fresh salad and potato fries. He said everything was delicious. The fries were light not greasy and heavy. We did not have any adult beverages, but the bar next door looks like fun with live CW music. Recommend

    Buffalo nachos supreme

    We stopped in while visiting the area and appreciated the effort put into the Western-themed decor -- it definitely adds to the atmosphere. As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed experience. I ordered the Smokehouse Chicken Sandwich, but unfortunately the chicken was chewy and rubbery, and the bun was quite soggy. The Reuben sandwich was just okay, though the bread was also soggy and the sauce had pimentos, which weren't my favorite. On the brighter side, the sweet potato fries were delicious, and the buffalo nachos were tasty, though the cheese had a noticeable spicy kick. Overall, not a bad stop, but some of the food quality could be improved.

    BOB A.

    If you're ever in Keystone South Dakota, you must visit Ruby House. The staff is great! We were greeted right away. It was busy that day, so we had to wait about 10 mins to be seated. I felt like I was on a cowboy movie set as we walked to our table. Years ago, this was where I first had a bison burger. On this visit, my wife and our friend had the bison burger. I opted for the Elk burger. We were not disappointed! Our waiter was great. He made sure our glasses were filled as he passed by our table. I definitely will visit Ruby House the next time we're in town.

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    Colton was our server and did a great job with our group of ten. Fish and chips was good!

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    Good food, great service, and fun decor! Recommend making a reservation if visiting for dinner.

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    11 years ago

    What a fun place! Old time atmosphere with delicious indigenous fare. Lovely service from Deb...she nailed it!

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    10 years ago

    Good solid food. My favorite was the beautiful decor inside. My bourbon ribeye was tasty too. Food and drink prices are very reasonable.

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    The best meal we had in our several day stay in Keystone. Don't go anywhere else in town unless you want pizza.

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    Touristy and little pricey but decent for full day of Crazy Horse and Mt Rushmore. Clean.

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    4.7(50 reviews)
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    We were here almost every night during our stay in Custer. The first evening we ordered our drinks…read moreand food at the bar and headed outside to enjoy the slight drizzle. The service is all order at the bar and then they'll bring the food to you from the disconnected kitchen. I ordered the Orange Chicken Bowl and my husband got their Chipped Beef Special. It was out to our table in about 10 minutes, and everything was fresh and piping hot! The orange chicken could've been mistaken for the packages they sell at Trader Joe's or Costco (and I mean that in the BEST sense - I LOVE those brands of orange chicken!), but the broccoli was obviously fresh and still had a nice crisp to it while being just the right amount of tender. The serving sizes are huge and we weren't able to finish both meals. There are pool tables inside that are extraordinarily expensive, so we only played about two games. There was extremely loud live music we weren't expecting the second night, so we sat outside on the patio to try and get a way from the volume, but we still returned for the ambience and the quick service.

    What a great place to spend a Friday night in Custer. Good food and good tunes. We were lucky…read moreenough to see the Lonely Rangers from Rapid. Let me tell you the Beacon was lit! The food was also great! Bibimbap bowl was awesome and the chips and queso were flowing. Don't skip on the matcha beignets. Had a great welcoming experience!

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