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    The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar

    3.3 (114 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    THE FRONT PORCH RESTAURANT AND BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Monumental Burger (1 patty)
    Tom G.

    I had a very delicious Monumental Burger (I only got one patty). Our server, MJ, was very nice. The ambiance is nothing special.

    Veggie omelette
    Mike G.

    Seeing other reviews, we didn't come in with the highest of hopes, but with so many other places already closed for the season, this was where we ended up. It didn't start off well. We waited a long time to be greeted after we were seated, and then we waited for food too. Once it came, however, we were pleasantly surprised. Coffee was delicious. Omelettes and potatoes were good too. I really liked my blueberry muffin that came with my meal. Our daughter liked her Dakota special. Pancakes were delicious. Servers were also seating people, so they were working hard. They could've used more help for sure. Other than the long wait times, everything was great.

    Chef salad

    This restaurant had indoor and outdoor seating . The food selection was great and it was fairly priced. We had fast and friendly service. The food portions were very plentiful and it was appetizing. Would definitely recommend this establishment as it provided a good environment to enjoy the scenery.

    The Miner (half eaten because she forgot to take a photo before she dug in...daughter gives it 9/10 rating)
    Delana M.

    Great place to stop for lunch after visiting Mt. Rushmore! Dog friendly patio and the server kept our dog's water dishes filled. Very friendly staff. The food was great!

    Adam S.

    I was hungry for a Buffalo burger and wanted an outside table since we had our dog with us. FP is a good, but expensive option in Keystone. FP is connected to the Ramada hotel. The waiter brought me a good IPA from Sioux Falls. I had the Mountain Man Burger, a blend of wild boar, bison, elk, antelope and deer. This was a good burger. Was it REALLY a half pound of meat? I have had half-pound burgers before and this burger should have been a little bigger than it was. The patty didn't even cover the bun. Also not sure of the $17 price tag, but I would order this burger again. The fries that came with the burger were cut thin and chip-like. Very good. My family had the bacon chicken ranch wrap and the Philly cheesesteak. They liked the food, but thought it was a bit overpriced. For outdoor seating, I liked the fact that the tables are on the shady side of Keystone. Not as much people watching on this side, but very relaxing. Restrooms are near the pool area of the Ramada. Service was good, no complaints..

    French dip
    Samantha B.

    Clean atmosphere, friendly service, and good food! Loved the chicken wrap- best one I have had in a while! Would go again!

    Caesar salad wrap chicken
    Apple S.

    My mother and I came for dinner and it was the best choice we could have made to eat. Staff was super friendly, service was good and fast, food was delicious!!! The fries were flat and so yummie!!! Out wrap and sandwiches were so good I could eat there any time!!! Highly recommend!!!

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    Great food, friendly service and indoor comfort. Ambiance is nice as all. Would return.

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    1 year ago

    We are indoors and found there were too many flies inside the resale. Also the cloth napkins were damp and smelled awful.

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    Food was very bland no flavor and it was cold. For the price I would have expected a top notch sandwich.

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    Unless bilingual don't expect to get your order correct. Nice people but food is . Too many options in the area to repeat again

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    This was the grossest food I have ever gotten not only from a restaurant, but in general, it was so disgusting. I couldn't even eat it.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and service. Carla was great! Would definitely recommend. Will come back here anytime.

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    3 years ago

    The meal was good, but the server was a little pushy, but I guess just not been trained how to serve customers

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    Food was good, reasonably priced, Side salad was very nice, super fresh. Good, quick service. Clean restrooms. We enjoyed our lunch here!

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    4 years ago

    The food was good and service ok but we went in late, after traveling all day. I guess we weren't the only ones that eere tired.

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    The Custer Wolf

    The Custer Wolf

    4.4
    (421 reviews)
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    Custer Wolf was one of the best dining experiences we had during our South Dakota trip…read more My wife ordered the Orchard Salad and really enjoyed it. I had the Walleye Chermoula, and all I can say is...wow. The fish was perfectly cooked, and the subtle North African spices in the chermoula complemented the walleye without overpowering it. It was one of the best dishes I had on the entire trip. As always, we travel with a long list of dietary restrictions. My wife has gluten and dairy allergies, while I manage Alpha Gal syndrome, a tree nut allergy, and diabetes. Our server was outstanding. I didn't write down her name, but she took the time to understand our food sensitivities, answered our questions, and made sure we were comfortable with our meal choices. The attentive service really elevated the experience. The restaurant has a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. It would work well for a casual business lunch or dinner, and families with small children should feel comfortable here as well. Its location is another plus. It's just off the main tourist area in downtown Custer, making it easy to walk to after exploring the shops, and there is convenient parking nearby. This was an easy five stars for us. If you're near Custer, Custer Wolf should be on your short list. Highly recommended.

    I stopped by to pick up dinner for my family to enjoy back at our hotel. The first challenge was…read moreparking--it was extremely limited, and I had to circle the building several times before a space finally opened up. When I went inside to the bar to pick up my order, there were two male bartenders working. One was deeply engaged in a lengthy conversation with another customer about different beers, while the other appeared to overlook me, even though I was the only other person waiting. After standing there for a while, I finally spoke up and let him know I was there to pick up a takeout order, and he then assisted me. We ordered the bulgogi dish. It was decent, though it was more of a stir-fry than the traditional bulgogi I was expecting. Overall, the meal was okay, but it didn't stand out enough that I would make a point of returning.

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    Mt Rushmore Brewing

    Mt Rushmore Brewing

    3.6
    (289 reviews)
    12.6 mi
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    Popular place with a wide variety of choices for dinner--friendly and attentive service (if you…read moredon't see your server, ask another--they clearly work well as a team) and interesting decor. Starter and food, drinks, etc., are brought promptly to the table. This is exceptional in a highly popular tourist area. The food is good but could use a little improvement--the grilled mahi-mahi was good, but a little on the dry sauce and definitely needed a sauce. A couple of the dishes did have sauces, but fish is why most Creole restaurants like Brennan's will serve a sauce on the side, or a topping with butter such as Trout Almandine. It doesn't have to be a fancy sauce--the option of good ol' tartar sauce works. The grilled vegetables also needed a little more butter and seasoning. Carrots are good on their own; broccoli and cauliflower need a little cheese or butter and some seasoning to be loved. The IPA (Long John) was excellent. The beer cheese dip and soft pretzels were to die for; the chardonnay was passable. A great choice for dining in a VERY heavily traveled tourist destination. Get there early--it starts filling up fast and all the restaurants around Mount Rushmore close at 9.

    Overall great, just stopped for beer. Service was quick and friendly. It has a huge outside patio…read morewhich on nice weather days it would be great to sit outdoors.

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    The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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