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.

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.

Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a special event at Richie Z's Brickhouse BBQ & Grill in Pierre. We offer our downstairs restaurant and our upstairs event facility for receptions, parties and private meetings. We can accommodate 25-200 guests in our upstairs party room complete with restrooms, full bar, private entrance and outside deck with a view of the river. Enjoy the best barbeque in central South Dakota. Our hours are 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday, and 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday.

The Black Steer is a long-standing steakhouse in Yankton. It is a nice restaurant that serves a mean steak. The Black Steer's hours are 5-10 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. 

Located in downtown Yankton, Ben's Brewing Co. has been open since 2005. We have 20 beers on tap, a selection of bottles and cans, wine, and a full-service liquor bar. We carry most every sports package including the NFL Sunday Ticket. We also have homemade pizzas, soft pretzels, and quesadillas for purchase. We are open 2 p.m.-11:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 2 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday; 12 p.m.-1 a.m., Saturday; and 12-11:30 p.m., Sunday.

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).

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.

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 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.