Restaurants Near the Missouri River

Al’s Oasis, located in Oacoma, just across the Missouri River from Chamberlain, has historically been the premier stop for travelers along Interstate 90. Al's offers bus tour groups, vacationing families and tourists an escape from their travels. We still have delicious 5¢ coffee, and we are still a family-run business that prides itself on being a fun, convenient and relaxing stop for you and your family. Experience Al’s Restaurant, the Last Chance Saloon and Al’s Gift Shop and Clothing.

The Donut Shop is a local favorite in Pierre. It is known for homemade cake and raised donuts, especially its filled donut holes. Hours are 6 a.m.-12 p.m. and the shop will remain open during those hours unless sold out of product for the day. It is take away only (no seating).

The 1872 Saloon in Yankton is located in the former Excelsior Flour Mill, which is part of the Old Mill Event Center complex. If you are looking for something with tons of history and a casual dive bar feel, this is it. We serve all kinds of beer, liquor and bar food. The 1872 Saloon is open Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m.-2 a.m.

The 60-room Wrangler Inn in Mobridge is centrally located near some of the best hunting and fishing in the Midwest. There are also meeting and banquet facilities to accommodate up to 120 people. The attached Windjammer Lounge features a linen-covered dining room and a casual sports bar overlooking beautiful Lake Oahe. Enjoy the extensive menu featuring appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, Prime Rib, steaks, seafood, pastas and more. The Windjammer is open 4 p.m.- 12 a.m., Monday through Saturday.

The Boxcar Sweet Stop is a seasonal business featuring handmade hard ice cream (made in South Dakota), candy, craft sodas and pie shakes, as well as toys and games for sale. All of this can be found at one of the finest locations in the Historic Gurney Seed & Nursery Building one block north of the Missouri River in lower downtown Yankton in the Meridian District. We are only two blocks from the historic Meridian Pedestrian Bridge and offer a great patio area. From late May through early September, our hours are 12-9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 12-6 p.m., Sunday. We are also open limited weekend hours in the fall months and daily hours during the Christmas season. See Facebook for special events and other off-season hours.

The Mint is a family-owned and -operated restaurant in downtown Yankton with options of dining in or taking out. We serve Philly cheesesteaks, gyros, burgers, Buddha bowls, chapatis, soups, acai bowls, and more. Our current hours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday through Friday (check Facebook for updates).

Mad Mary's has Old West flare and a menu that features steaks, prime rib, seafood and specials. Our hours are Monday through Saturday, 5-10 p.m.

Located on Douglas Street in Yankton, Big River Burrito combines menu features of an authentic Mexican-American restaurant with a unique quick service environment. We are a "build your own" burrito, bowl, taco and quesadilla fast casual restaurant. We also offer take 'n bake options. Our hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday through Sunday.

The Cattleman's Club steakhouse was established in 1986 by Myril Arch, a rancher from the Pierre area. There is still sawdust on the floor, a reminder of the days when carpeting was too expensive. People from all over the world have visited us and enjoyed our steaks, prime rib and burgers. All with a great view of the Missouri River. We are open Monday through Saturday, 5-10 p.m.