5 Cafes in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD That Serve Alcohol
Updated 11 October 2026 · 7 cafes in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers cafes and restaurants in Downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota that Google lists as serving alcohol. Seven qualifying businesses were considered. They are ranked by Google rating weighted by review count, so places with a large, consistent set of reviews rank above those with only a few perfect scores. It is useful for people who want a drink with a meal or a casual place for a glass of wine or a beer in the center of town. Each entry shows the address, hours, price range and the review themes that come up most often.
#1
Chef Lance's on Phillips
★ 4.8 (505 Google reviews)Restaurant$30–70 per person
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It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 to 9 pm and closed Sunday and Monday. Google lists beer, cocktails and a wine list, a private dining room and dessert. Reviewers mention a Beef Wellington, a salmon wellington, bruschetta, anniversary dinners, and a dim, cozy room with jazz-style music.
Best for: Dinner out with wine and cocktails
- Address
- 431 N Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 5–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue 5–9 pm; Wed 5–9 pm
#2
M.B. Haskett
★ 4.7 (498 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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M.B. Haskett at 324 S Phillips Ave is a cafe with a 4.7 rating from 498 reviews and a price range of $10 to 20. Google lists alcohol and beer alongside coffee, takeaway, dine-in and small plates. Evening service runs on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5 to 9 pm, and it is closed Mondays. Reviewers mention savory crepes, a Coconut Curry Mussels dish, and staff who are incredibly attentive.
Best for: Evening small plates with beer
- Address
- 324 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm, 5–9 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#3
Shalom Coffee House and Restaurant
★ 5 (95 Google reviews)Ethiopian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Shalom Coffee House and Restaurant at 1701 E 10th St lists alcohol and beer alongside coffee, Ethiopian dishes and small plates. It has a 5 rating from 95 reviews and a price range of $10 to 20. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 9 pm and closed Monday. Google lists dine-in, delivery, takeaway and fast service, plus vegan and vegetarian options. Reviewers mention affordable prices for the portions served.
Best for: Affordable Ethiopian dinner with beer
- Address
- 1701 E 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen
★ 4.6 (1,321 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen at 600 N Main Ave Unit 110 is a restaurant with a 4.6 rating from 1,321 reviews, open daily from 11 am to 8 pm. Google lists alcohol, beer, a great beer selection, happy-hour drinks, live music and a patio. It is also listed for delivery, takeaway and dine-in. Reviewers mention a Moroccan chicken salad, a patio they describe as fun, and staff who gave sandwich suggestions, though one review cited a slow wait for food.
Best for: Beer with sandwiches and live music
- Address
- 600 N Main Ave Unit 110, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–8 pm
#5
Fancy bowl
★ 4.6 (343 Google reviews)Japanese restaurant$10–20 per person
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Fancy Bowl at 323B S Phillips Ave is a Japanese restaurant with a 4.6 rating from 343 reviews and a price range of $10 to 20. It is open Tuesday to Thursday 11 am to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 11 am to 10 pm, Sunday noon to 9 pm, and closed Monday. Google lists alcohol, beer, counter service, takeaway, delivery and vegan and vegetarian options. Reviewers mention poke bowls with fresh ingredients, a rolls promotion, and a casual setting with canned soda and paper ware.
Best for: Poke bowls and a quick casual lunch
- Address
- 323B S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 12–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 cafes in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Alcohol”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at Chef Lance's on Phillips: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, M.B. Haskett opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Chef Lance's on Phillips ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 505 reviews. M.B. Haskett is second at 4.7 from 498 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Fancy bowl, at 10 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Chef Lance's on Phillips $30–70; M.B. Haskett $10–20; Shalom Coffee House and Restaurant $10–20; Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen $10–20; Fancy bowl $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Chef Lance's on Phillips, M.B. Haskett, Shalom Coffee House and Restaurant and Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen.
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