Minervas Restaurant is a premier American grill and restaurant in Sioux Falls, SD, known for expertly prepared grilled fare, fresh seafood, brunch, lunch, dinner, catering, and dessert served in a cozy, historic, and upscale white-tablecloth setting.
Located at 301 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, Minervas Restaurant offers dine-in, outdoor seating, takeaway, and delivery, along with fast service, a strong beer selection, handcrafted cocktails, great coffee, fine wines, and local specialty dishes.
Guests can enjoy private dining, table service, a bar on site, and a romantic yet quiet atmosphere ideal for solo dining, special occasions, and business meals. With wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms, Minervas Restaurant provides a welcoming dining experience for all guests.
To experience one of the top-rated American restaurants in Sioux Falls, SD, visit Minervas Restaurant for reservations, brunch, dinner, catering, or a memorable night out in downtown Sioux Falls.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Fresh Spinach, Roasted Garlic, Red Pepper Flakes, Smoked Gouda, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Imported Crackers, Focaccia Bread
Fresh Water Walleye, Wild Rice, Fresh Dill, Red Pepper Remoulade, Arugula Salad
Sriracha Blue Cheese
Fried Morgan Ranch Waygu, Garlic, Fresh Herbs, Barbecue
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Ground Bison, Currants, Golden Raisins, Olives, Spices, Aioli, Chimichurri
Yellow Fin Tuna, Crispy Wontons, Cucumbers, Sesame, Fried Shallots, Sriracha Soy, Creamed Avocado, Wasabi, Teriyaki, Sushi Rice
Compart Bacon, Smoked Sweet Potato Purée, Fried Sage, Sweet Chili Glaze, Truffle Chili Crisp
Coconut Breaded, Wasabi, Teriyaki
Spring Mix Greens, Charbroiled Salmon, Fresh Asparagus, Diced Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red Peppers, Sun Dried Tomato Ranch Dressing
Grilled Chicken Breast, Fresh Spinach, Pears, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Craisins, Red Onions, Spicy Pecans, Cranberry Vinaigrette
Panko Crusted Fried Chicken, Anchovy Caesar, Hydro Romaine, Baby Gem, Pancetta, Parmesan, Shaved Egg Yolk
Our Famous Soup, Salad & Sandwich Bar. See Menu For Complete Offering.
Yellow Fin Tuna, Napa Cabbage, Kale, Green Cabbage, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Carrot, Edamame, Slivered Almonds, Crispy Wontons, Scallions, Citrus-Soy Vinaigrette
Mixed Greens, English Cucumbers, Carrots, Radishes, Red Onions, Heirloom Tomatoes, Croutons.
Romaine, Red Onions, Aged Parmesan, Croutons, Lemon Wedge.
Sweet Onions, Garlic, Swiss, Provolone, Bourbon, Croutons
Smashed Hadrick Ranch Beef Patties, Melted Cheddar, Caramelized Onions, House Pickles, Mustard, Aioli, Garlic Herb Buttered Brioche Bun
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Ground Bison, Black Pepper Dimock Cheese, Charred Inspired Blueberry Wojapi, Aioli, Sage Oil, Arugula, Amaranth
Breaded Chicken Breast, Bacon, Avocado, Pepper Jack Cheese, Chipotle Ranch, Brioche Bun
Hadrick Ranch Braised Beef, Swiss, Baguette Roll, Au Jus
Smoked, Honey Pepper Salmon, Chilled, Aioli, Capers, Ribbon Onions, Baby Gem Lettuce, Brioche
Oven Roasted Salmon, Honey, Fresh Ground Pepper, Bearnaise Sauce, White Cheddar Mashed
Cajun Spiced Chicken Breast, Carrots, Broccoli, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Almonds, Butter, White Wine Cream Sauce
Pan Seared Chicken, Bell Peppers, Ginger, Basil, Thai Curry Sauce, Coconut Flakes, Heirloom Carolina Rice
Braised Beef, Red Chile Broth, Fresh Ramen Noodles, Queso Fresco, Crispy Garlic, Chile de Árbol Sauce, Radish
12oz, Certified Angus Beef®
Bacon Wrapped, Certified Angus Beef®
12oz, Certified Angus Beef®
8oz Morgan Ranch American Wagyu
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe, South Dakota Raised Bison, Butcher Cut
Hear from our valued guests
This restaurant is so cozy, welcoming, and just classic. First time I came here was in the 70's when I was little, and had their amazing crepes. Their salad bar has been a mainstay for the community this whole time. The very best staff. And for special family times, I wouldn't go anywhere else. The staff has always been incredibly caring and attentive, it feels like you are being treated with utmost respect all the time and it is amazing. Love this restaurant, it is truly one of a kind. A true gem of downtown Sioux Falls and honestly the whole state of South Dakota.
Salmon tasted fresh, curry just had the right kick and both were the perfect size for lunch. Salad bar had variety and would also have been a good choice for lunch. The restaurant had a mix of old world charm and modern design. It was busy for a weekday lunch crowd. Jersey was attentive and kept our water glasses full. Paid street parking and right in the historic center.
We went to Minerva’s for lunch based upon the reviews. We usually avoid any restaurants that have anything related to a “food bar or salad bar”. The restaurant is well decorated and very relaxing/comfortable atmosphere. The lunch menu is perfect size to order from, it’s not like some restaurants that have too many selections. The prices are great, at least to us. We’re used to DC/VA prices. We broke our rule and had the salad bar and soup du jour. The salad bar was beyond our expectations. It was clean, sanitary and the selection of vegetables, pastas, meats etc was amazing. The soup was delicious as well. If we lived here it definitely be at the top of restaurants we frequent. Our server (Deb C) was a delight. The restaurant is clean, the service perfect and staff very friendly. A solid restaurant to dine for lunch or dinner.
Celebrated our 25th anniversary at this location (2025). Family has been carnivore 2 years in September. They were able to accommodate us and the steak (and Food for our youngest who is not carnivore, yet) was great.
We were in town only on our way to Dallas, SD., for pheasant hunting when two of our bags didn't make the plane so we had 5 hrs to kill in Souix Falls mid day and googled steak houses near us. This was the only one open at 2. It was AMAZING! The moment us NC boys walked in, they made us feel like we were right at home. Waitress was 10 our of 10 in every aspect. Steaks and salad bar phenomenal. Highly recommend.
Everything I have tried here is good and the atmosphere is very nice and relaxing. Staff is very accomodating and new artwork is being created for the decor. I am a big fan of their wedge salad, it isn't always on the menu, but should be. I recently tried the french dip sandwich and it was one of the best french dips I've had. The salmon sandwich was good, but the string onions and capers are a little messy in their current form. Great menu for lunch or dinner.
My husband and I celebrated our 25th anniversary there! The food and service were excellent. The chocolate cake we shared was awesome!
What an amazing establishment! I sat at the bar and service was friendly and fast. Plenty of seating indoors. I started with the Caesar salad and ended up getting the pheasant risotto, which was amazing. I also got the red velvet soufflé for dessert. I highly recommend if you’re looking for a great place to eat!
This place was amazing. Our dinner was perfect. We both had steak and it was cooked to perfection. Louis was our waiter and he was the best ….so accommodating, and friendly. It was our anniversary and he graciously treated us to a fun dessert. We had a great evening and would highly recommend this place. The atmosphere was awesome too.
This is a lovely upscale dining experience in downtown Sioux Falls. We went for the burger during “Burger Battle 2026” and shared it—the portion was big enough to do that—and then split a piece of the decadent chocolate cake. The list of bourbons, ryes, and whiskeys is extensive and impressive, and there are several beer, wine, and cocktail options that are also above-average. The service was good (thanks, Emma!) and the ambience would have been great for a date, special occasion, or business dinner. We were dressed relatively casually, but saw diners wearing everything from special occasion dresses to hoodies (I’d recommend dressing up a bit more than that, though). I plan to return and try the charcuterie/soup/salad bar.
Common questions about Minervas Restaurant
Minervas Restaurant is located at 301 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States, Sioux Falls, SD, United States.
You can reach Minervas Restaurant by calling +1 605-334-0386.
Minervas Restaurant has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 2188 customer reviews.
Minervas Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Minervas Restaurant features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Minervas Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Minervas Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Minervas Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Healthy options, Private dining room, Salad bar, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Minervas Restaurant features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Minervas Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Minervas Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Cozy, Historic, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Minervas Restaurant features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Minervas Restaurant features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Minervas Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Minervas Restaurant features the following children: High chairs, Kids' menu.
Minervas Restaurant features the following parking: Free street parking, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Minervas Restaurant features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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