RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA RESTAURANTS

TGIFridays

Located within 5 minutes from the GrandStay is this popular chain restaurant. For more information contact (605) 343-8443 www.fridays.com

Boston’s Restaurant and Sports Bar

Located within 5 minutes from the GrandStay, you can relax and enjoy a gourmet pizza and beer. For more information contact (605) 348-7200 www.bostongourmet.com

Outback Steakhouse

Located within 5 minutes of the GrandStay is the popular chain restaurant known for their steaks and blooming onions. For more information contact (605) 341-1192 www.outback.com

Red Lobster

The best place to try seafood in town! They have a variety of fish, lobster, crab, and much more. Located within 5 minutes from the hotel, it is a great place for dinner. For more information contact (605)348-9717 www.redlobster.com

Applebee’s

This popular chain restaurant is a great place for food and fun! Located within 5 minutes of the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 394-0338 www.applebees.com

Fuddruckers

This fun restaurant is full of fun things to look at and do for the whole family. They are known for the world’s greatest hamburgers. Located within 5 minutes of the GrandStay, this is a great place to sit back and have some fun. For more information contact (605) 348-9990 www.fuddruckers.com

Chuck E. Cheese

Family fun for all ages. Within a mile of the GrandStay. Come and enjoy pizza and arcade games! For more information contact (605) 341-6193  www.chuckecheese.com

Sunset Grille

Located within 6 miles of the GrandStay enjoy a fine dining experience at the Sunset Grille. The Sunset Grille has daily feature like Bolivian crocodile, wild boar, foie gras, fresh fish (when in season), prime rib, pasta, hand cut fresh U.S.D.A. choice beef, and fantastic seafood. The menu at the Sunset Grille never gets boring. For more information contact (605) 348-6754

Delmonico Grill

Within 2 miles from the GrandStay, the Delmonico Grill is located in the heart of downtown Rapid City. Delmonico Grill offers somewhat of a west coast menu for lunch, with sandwiches, salads, pastas and great homemade soups. For dinner the specialty is steak. They also offer a dry aged bone in buffalo ribeye, seafood, and pastas. For more information contact (605) 791-1664

Botticelli Ristorante Italiano

Also located in downtown Rapid City, within 2 miles of the GrandStay, you can enjoy a wonderful variety of fine dining Italian cuisine. Botticelli’s was voted by Rapid City Journal readers as having the Best Wine List in the area as well as Best Italian Restaurant. For more information contact (605) 348-0089

Firehouse Brewing Company

Located within 2 miles from the GrandStay in downtown Rapid City, you can enjoy uniquely hand-crafted beers and a menu of the Midwest’s favorite dishes centered around English pub fare style. On the first 2 levels are the restaurant, lounge, and a patio complete with live music all week long during the summer months. On the third level is a dinner theater on Friday and Saturday nights. The Firehouse has so much history behind its walls and will not displease your taste. For more information contact (605) 348-1915 www.firehousebrewing.com

 

RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA ATTRACTIONS

Adams Museum & House

Located in the historic town of Deadwood, 45 miles from the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 578-1714 www.theadamsdeadwood.org

Bear Country USA

Located 12.5 miles from the GrandStay, you can come and enjoy a family fun drive through the wildlife loop at Bear Country! For more information contact (605) 343-2290 www.bearcountryusa.com

Badlands National Park

Located 51 miles from the GrandStay off of I-90. Come and enjoy a beautiful drive through the Badlands Park on Hwy 240 Loop Road, a variety of many different trails to hike, you will see a lot of different wildlife, or view a teepee village. This park sure has so much to offer. For more information contact (605) 433-5361 www.badlandsnationalpark.com

Crazy Horse Mountain

Come see Crazy Horse Mountain just 40 miles from the GrandStay in the beautiful Black Hills. For more information contact (605) 673-4681 www.crazyhorse.org

Custer State Park

There is so much to see at Custer State Park from driving the Scenic Needles Hwy to the wildlife loop. Located 45 miles from the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 255-4515 www.custerstatepark.info

Devils Tower National Monument

Devils Tower rises 1,267 feet above the Belle Fourche River. Once hidden below the earth's surface, erosion has stripped away the softer rock layers revealing Devils Tower. Known by several northern plains tribes as Bears Lodge, it is a sacred site of worship for many Native American Indians. Located 108 miles from the GrandStay. For more information contact (307) 467-5283 www.devilstower.areaparks.com

Flags and Wheel

Housed in a huge 47,000 sq. ft. building, Flags and Wheels is the only indoor cart racing in Rapid City and surrounding Black Hills. Your family is sure to enjoy one the many things to choose from including: Biz Carts, Go Carts, Bumper Cars, Slot Cars, Paintball, Batting Cages, Lazer Tag, and the Arcade. Located just 3 miles from the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 341-2186 www.flagsandwheels.com

The Journey Museum

Located just 2 miles from the GrandStay, the Journey Museum will take you on an incredible trek through time, from when the Black Hills were formed over 2.5 billion years ago to the continuing saga of the Western Frontier. By the end of your journey, you will understand the legacy of the land and its people. For more information contact (605) 394-6923 www.journeymuseum.org

Mount Rushmore National Monument

There is so much to do at or around Mt. Rushmore including: walking, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, rockhounding, etc. Located 27 miles from the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 574-3164 www.mtrushmorenationalmemorial.com

Prairie Berry Winery

Currently offers over 15 grape, fruit and honey wines to taste and purchase. Prairie Berry offers complimentary wine tasting, shopping and a fabulous lunch from the Euro-Deli. Located 27 miles from the GrandStay on the outskirts of Hill City. For more information contact (605) 574-3898 www.prairieberry.com

Reptile Gardens

Reptile Gardens is located 10 miles from the GrandStay and is a must see family attraction. Reptile Gardens has the finest collection of tropical plants and reptiles in the world. They offer 3 different shows (bird, snake, and crocodile) that everyone is sure to enjoy. For more information contact (605) 342-5873
www.reptile-gardens.com

SD Air & Space Museum

Located 9 miles east on I-90 from the GrandStay. Your family will enjoy the tour of the museum with all of the planes they house at EAFB. For more information contact (605) 385-5188 www.sdairandspacemuseum.com

Wind Cave National Park

Wind Cave National Park is one of the world's longest and most complex caves and 28,295 acres of mixed-grass prairie, ponderosa pine forest, and associated wildlife are the main features of the park. The cave is well known for its unusual cave formation composed of thin calcite fins resembling honeycombs. The park's mixed grass prairie is home to wildlife such as bison, elk, pronghorn, mule deer, coyotes, and prairie dogs. Your family is sure to find a lot to do and enjoy at Wind Cave National Park! Located within 55 miles of the GrandStay. For more information contact ( 605) 745-4600 www.wind.cave.national-park.com

 

RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA SHOPPING

Rushmore Mall

Located within 1 mile of the GrandStay the Rushmore Mall has more than 50 stores to choose from for your shopping needs. For more information contact (605) 348-3378 www.rushmoremall.com

Rushmore Crossings Mall

Located within 2 miles of the GrandStay, this new outdoor mall is sure to catch your eye.

Global Market

Located 2 miles from the GrandStay you will find a very unique store with knick-knacks and treasures from all over the world. For more information contact (605) 343-4051

Prairie Edge Trading Co. and Galleries

Located 2 miles from the GrandStay in downtown Rapid City, Prairie Edge has much to offer from the Northern Plains Indian’s heritage and culture. You are sure to find and learn something in Prairie Edge! For more information contact (605) 342-3086 www.praireedge.com

Mt. Rushmore Black Hills Gold Factory & Outlet

At the Mt. Rushmore Outlet you are sure to find a beautiful piece of jewelry. The factory also has a free factory tour for you to see and learn how this historic jewelry is made. For more information contact (605) 343-2226 www.blackhillsgold.com

Kohl's

A retail shopping store located right across the street from the GrandStay. For more information contact (605) 348-5170 www.kohls.com

RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA BUSINESSES

Pete Lien & Sons Inc.

Largest rock and quarry mine in South Dakota. Pete Lien also makes bricks, and sells gravel, rock, and sand. 3401 Universal Dr. (605) 342-7224 www.petelien.com

Kohl's

A retail shopping store. 737 Disk Dr. (605) 348-5170 www.kohls.com

Rapid City Regional Hospital

RCRH is the largest hospital in western South Dakota. 353 Fairmont Blvd. (605) 719-1000 www.RCRH.org

National American University

National American University has been a cornerstone of higher education, offering flexible associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs designed specifically for working adults who are seeking new careers, new adventures and new lives.  www.national.edu

SD School of Mines & Technology

At the School of Mines—in small, interactive classes and within state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories—you’ll discover more than 2,000 students eagerly collaborating with more than 100 award-winning faculty on engineering and scientific issues of critical importance to South Dakota, the nation, and the world.  http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt

Ellsworth Air Force Base

Located near Rapid City, South Dakota, Ellsworth is home to the 28th Bomb Wing and the B-1B Lancer aircraft. Ellsworth has a long, proud history of excellence and innovation.  www.ellsworth.af.mil

Black Hills Corporation

Black Hills Corporation is a strong, diversified energy company with a vision to be the energy partner of choice. Our utility operations include Black Hills Power - an electric utility and our legacy business that provides service to approximately 65,400 customers in the Black Hills region.  www.blackhillscorp.com

Indian Health Services

Our Mission... to raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level.  www.ihs.gov

TSP, Inc.

TSP was built on a foundation of both architecture and art. Founder Harold Spitznagel believed art should be present in every building, and his work reflected that conviction. TSP still believes in the integration of art into architecture as they continue to design and build unique, innovative structures.  www.teamtsp.com

RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA EVENTS

Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo

This Rapid City event is held at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center for 1 week at the end of January every year. www.blackhillsstockshow.com

The Black Hills Pow Wow

This Rapid City event is held at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in October of every year. You will see traditional Native American dancing and clothing. www.blackhillspowwow.com

Hills Alive

Hills Alive is a Christian Rock concert held at Memorial Park every year in the middle of July. It is the largest free family event of the summer. It offers a wide variety of different Christian Rock Bands over a 2 day period. http://hillsalive.com

Central States Fair

This Rapid City event held is over the last week of every August. It is a family fun event of carnival rides, treats, rodeos, concerts, and exhibits. www.centralstatesfair.com

Sturgis Motorcycle Classic

The largest motorcycle rally in the world is held the first part of August every year. Enjoy loud motorcycles, racing, and the best rock ‘n’ roll concerts around. www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com

RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA LOCAL NEWS

Rapid City Journal
Daily news, sports, entertainment, and classifieds. www.rapidcityjournal.com

CBS- KELO- Channel 12
Daily news, sports, and entertainment. CBS network station, locally channel 12  www.keloland.com

ABC- KOTA- Channel 4
Daily news, sports, and entertainment. ABC network station, locally channel 4

FOX- KEVN- Channel 8
Daily news, sports, and entertainment. FOX network station, locally channel 8 www.kevn.com