Pickleball, pretzel bites and pints filled to the brim are what you’ll find at Remedy Brewing, located in the historic 8th & Railroad Center. The popular brewpub offers more than 16 rotating taps, serving everything from hazy IPAs and cream ales to sours and seltzers. Before kicking back with a brew, book a game at one of their four indoor pickleball courts. Trust us — there’s nothing better than a cold craft beer after a rousing match!

Sanaa Abourezk, a 2023 James Beard Award finalist, “Beat Bobby Flay” contestant and global hunger advocate, opened Sanaa’s Gourmet with the goal of bringing healthy, organic and affordable Middle Eastern cuisine to Sioux Falls. Her menu is overflowing with robust flavors, from vegan-friendly favorites like spicy eggplant drizzled in tahini and caramelized infused broths to lahm bi ajeen, a traditional Lebanese meat pie with beef, onions and pomegranate molasses.

From the moment you step into CH Patisserie, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to a bustling café on a Parisian street. Renowned for his artistry and constant innovation, Chef Chris Hanmer’s talents are on full display with his colorful French macarons, powdery beignets and other tantalizing delights. Stop in and grab a pastry to go or cozy up to a bistro table and enjoy a buttery croissant and warm latte with friends.

What started as a small butcher shop in 1883 has become one of the area's most beloved local businesses. Today, Look’s Marketplace houses a restaurant, brewery, grocery store, bakery and delicatessen. Start your afternoon with a fried bologna sandwich, a Midwest staple, before indulging in house-made ice cream and sorbet. Then belly up to the bar at Look’s Beer Company, known for its wide range of flavors and funky beer names, like the Daisy Gazer Hazy IPA and Chicken on a Raft English Porter.

Every year thousands of people take the Great American Road Trip across the wide-open spaces of South Dakota. If you find yourself in Sioux Falls, there’s no better place to fuel up for a day on the highway than Phillips Avenue Diner, where the jukebox never stops rolling. The breakfast menu is filled with quintessential diner staples like corned beef hash and steak and eggs, while the lunch and dinner menus expand to include tasty burgers, jambalaya and beef stroganoff, to name a few.

From the ivory tablecloths and smooth leather chairs to the ornate chandeliers and sconces, Morrie’s Steakhouse captures the timeless essence of Old Hollywood. Dine on a Morgan Ranch bone-in Tomahawk Wagyu rib-eye or bacon-wrapped filet mignon, served alongside lobster mashed potatoes and smoked-pork mac and cheese. Cap the night off with a signature Morrie’s Manhattan, crafted with barrel-aged George Dickel Rye.

Serving breakfast sammies and coffee by day and brews and burgers by night, Fernson Downtown might be the hippest spot in Sioux Falls. If you’re coming for the beer, you’ll be pleased to find that the bar features more than 16 rotating taps of Fernson Brewery Company beer, including farmhouse ales, American IPAs and lagers. Traveling with pets? The taproom patio is dog-friendly!

Looking for a place to grab a cocktail? Head over to The Treasury, located in the recently reimagined Sioux Falls National Bank building. An ode to the Roaring ’20s, the lounge’s swanky decor and intimate nooks perfectly harmonize history and modern elegance. Their assortment of carefully crafted libations ranges from sparkling gin cocktails to spicy tequila-based drinks. The Treasury also offers an array of shareable small plates made with locally sourced ingredients.

There are few places where you’ll find bulgogi short rib, pork belly ramen, falafel and a two-patty smashburger on the same menu. Bread & Circus is one of them. While it’s always been locally famous, the restaurant made a name for itself after appearing on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives” in 2021. Fieri called Bread & Circus “a funky spot loadin’ up hand-held flavor bombs,” and we couldn’t agree more!

The best spot for sangria and salsa in Sioux Falls is Mama’s Ladas. Nestled in the downtown district, this cherished eatery is best known for its mouthwatering beef and chicken enchiladas. The menu also includes fresh homemade guacamole, tostada crisps, chicken nachos and one-of-a-kind weekend specials. Have your meal in the welcoming, brick-laden dining room or enjoy the outdoor patio on a sunny day.