Dining

Brookings offers a mix of international flavors, local eateries, national chains, and food trucks. The menus change with the seasons and home brew is always available. Let your tastebuds tour Brookings one bite at a time.

CAFFEINATED CREATIONS

A cup of coffee, a cold brew, a java. No matter what you call it, Brookings has it.

Choco Latte Coffee & Handmade Candy

Order your coffee with a side of homemade fudge and never look back. Choco Latte also creates their own spin on holiday favorites. 2308 6TH STREET • 605.697.5311

Cottonwood Coffee & Cottonwood Bistro

Back in 2006, this quaint coffee shop was the first to open our eyes (and taste buds) to perfectly roasted coffee and delicately crafted local food. Two locations, same great taste. 509 MAIN AVENUE • 605.692.7009 1710 6TH STREET • 605.692.8938

Kool Beans Coffee and Roasterie

From roasting beans in a garage, to a fully functioning and thriving coffee shop, Kool Beans specializes in small batches for the freshest cup of coffee. 225 MAIN AVENUE • 605.692.2326

Scooter’s Coffee

Coffee, stat! When you need a caffeine fix in a hurry, with a side of muffins and a quick breakfast, Scooter’s is the choice. Their drive through is quick and provide a variety of menu options, as well as holiday favorites. 305 22ND AVENUE SOUTH 605.692.5445

Starbucks

One can never go wrong with a trusted brand like Starbucks. Get the perfect cup of coffee, tea, or Frappuccino at three locations in Brookings. Starbucks is located inside Hy-Vee, on 6th Street and on campus at SDSU. 7TH STREET & JACKRABBIT AVENUE 605.697.2550 790 22ND AVENUE • 605.692.7317 40 BROOKINGS, SD 2022 VISITORS GUIDE

PIZZA TIME

A college town isn’t complete without pizza.

And lucky for us, Brookings offers nine different places to consume a piece or two of ‘za! We’ve got thin crust, stuffed crust, hand-tossed, cracker style, and bake your own. Whether you think pineapple goes on pizza or not, we’re confident you’ll enjoy our pizza collection.

1000 Degree Neapolitan Pizzeria

Seriously hot pizza in two minutes. That’s it! Build your own pizza or pick from 1000 Degrees curated combinations. Authentic Neapolitan pizza is spun around in a 1000 degree brick oven right before your eyes. 770 22ND AVENUE S. • 605.692.4443

Domino’s

Fresh and flavorful and delivered fast! A classic like Domino’s never goes out of style. They also offer a variety of breadsticks and oven-baked sandwiches. 927 6TH STREET • 605.697.6688

George’s Pizza

Family-owned and operated since 1971, George’s is a local favorite because of their late night window pizza. A triple meat just tastes better at 12 a.m. after polishing off a pitcher. Check out their buffet for lunch, you won’t be disappointed! 311 MAIN AVENUE • 605.692.6610

Little Caesars

Hot and quick pizza is exactly what you get from Little Caesars. If you’re in a pinch and need food fast, the Hot-NReady classic is perfect. Bye bye hangry vibes, hello full stomach. 2508 WILBERT COURT • 605.692.7667

Papa John’s Pizza

Using only the best ingredients and tasty tomato sauce, Papa John’s owns their commitment to quality pizza and fast delivery. Don’t forget about dessert, add on a side of cinnamon pull aparts, so good! 1833 6TH STREET • 605.696.7272

Papa Murphy’s Take N’ Bake Pizza

Fresh ingredients, made with care, and baked at home is the makings of Papa Murphy’s. Be your own pizza boss with a variety of toppings and kid-friendly options. Then simply bake at home when you’re ready and serve it up piping hot. 1810 6TH STREET • 605.697.7000

Pizza King

Thin crust and cut into squares is how Pizza King has been doing it since 1961. It’s the kind of no fuss, lick your fingers, forget the plates kind of place. King’s, as the locals call it, can be devoured hot or cold. 308 MAIN AVENUE • 605.692.4226

Pizza Ranch

One of the largest pizza chains in the Midwest is back in Brookings! Offering a unique “buffet your way” experience, there is something for everyone. 1815 6TH STREET • 605-692-3663

Wooden Legs Brewing Company

Best known for its craft brew, WLBC also serves up a unique spin on traditional pizza. Served on a cracker crust style and topped with Mac N’ Cheese is just one of the exciting and unconventional toppings available. C’mon, beer and pizza. What more could you ask for! 309 5TH STREET • 605.692.2337

It’s More Than Just Beer

BY KOOPER JANSSEN

Wooden Legs Brewery is your one-stop brew and chew destination, home to over 20 local craft beers and a full menu with unique flatbread pizzas, hoagies and appetizers.

Wooden Legs is a Brookings staple where the beers are hand-crafted on site and the sandwiches are made with locally baked bread. The knowledgeable staff helps you choose the right beer to match your palate.

Along with beer and hoagies, enjoy Tuesday trivia nights, a full collection of board games and comedy nights with local talent. Stop in and see if you can beat your friends while enjoying a crowd favorite, Wild Hare Cream Ale.

On Sundays, Wooden Legs offers special prices inspired by the rise and fall of the stock market. It’s a great time to grab a beer you haven’t tried – but snag it quick because the price might go up!

During football season, Wooden Legs opens at 8 a.m. on home game days with pancakes and the option to wash them down with a pint of “Breakfast of Champions.”

The family-friendly atmosphere of Wooden Legs keeps the community engaged and stomachs happy. “We are just as known for our pizza as we are for our beer,” said Matt Rustman, taproom operations manager. Everyone loves a good food truck and there are plenty to find in Brookings. Whether it’s a big bite of burger or if the fresh taste of Mexican is your jam, you can enjoy your favorites around town.

FABULOUS FOOD TRUCKS

Here’s a sampling: Backyard BBQ* - BBQ

Buenisimo* - Peruvian style food La Corita* - Mexican

Midwest Fresh Catering* - BBQ, burgers,

hot dogs, walking tacos Murph’s – hamburgers and fries Nick’s Hamburger Shop – hamburgers

Ollies – burgers, hot dogs and fries Rub N Tug BBQ* - BBQ

Shorty’s Hot Box*- sandwich melts, fresh lemonade

The Brosia Bowl* - salads and bowls

*Licensed by the City of Brookings

Being mobile has its advantages.

You can pick up and move to where the people are. And in Brookings, that sometimes means at local businesses, in city parks or even on the SDSU campus.

The best way to find food truck locations and their offerings is through the In and Around Brookings, SD Food & Drinks or each individual food truck’s Facebook page.

The 10 Best DEALS FOR UNDER $10 BY ANTHONY HAWKINS

1. Cook’s Kitchen - Old-Fashioned Breakfast / $8.50

This restaurant offers a myriad of savory breakfast and lunch options under $10. The Old-Fashioned Breakfast with two eggs, toast and your choice of meat is the perfect option for a fulfilling meal.

2. Cottonwood Coffee - Turkey Cali / $8.00

This cold sandwich, the best combination of classic and gourmet, consists of smoked turkey, mayo, mustard, provolone, tomato and red onion. It comes with a side of chips and an orange slice.

3. Guadalajara - Super Nachos (Half) / $9.50

A local favorite, the Super Nachos are the perfect dine-in or to-go option for any day of the week.

4. La Cantina - Chicken Soup / $6 Lunch / $6.50 Dinner

Pollo de Sopa, a simple yet deliciously crafted dish, is composed of broth, chicken and vegetables served with fried tortilla strips. The chips and salsa starter is included.

5. Wok n Go - Shrimp Fried Rice / $6.49

The Shrimp did what? The Shrimp Fried Rice? You read that correctly. This flavorful box of rice provides the versatility of both a dine-in and to-go meal.

6. Agua Fresh - Chicken Caesar Wrap / $8.40

This healthy and fulfilling mix of chicken, Caesar dressing and lettuce rolls together in a spinach wrap. It comes with a rich and delicious juice drink.

7. Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Chicken Pesto Flatbread with “Mango Magic” Smoothie and Side / $9.69

Some might say you feel a certain magic in the air. It is. It’s Mango Magic ... just one of the delicious smoothie options.

8. Nick’s Hamburgers - Two Sliders with Chips and Drink / $9.00

One cannot simply visit Brookings and not check on this local favorite.

9. Cubby’s - Wild Mushroom Provolone Burger with Fries / $9.75

The wildest thing about this deal is that you get this gourmet burger, paired with fries, all for a decent price.

10. Taco Express - Quesadilla with Choice of Meat and Vegetables / $7.50

Conveniently located inside the BP gas station off Interstate 29, this hidden gem of cuisine allows you complete freedom in customizing your order.

Café Coteau: an Atrium Full of Butterflies and Coffee

BY SARA ERAZO SANCHEZ

Café Coteau is a place to savor all four seasons while enjoying a delicious breakfast or lunch. Located within the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, the magical setting features towering windows which frame the grounds. It’s an ideal restaurant, perfect for enjoying the summer sunshine or a fall sunset.

The menu suits the tastes of every family member, from strawberry waffles topped with walnuts, omelets and tasty sandwiches to mouthwatering pasta dishes, flavorful salads and kid-friendly options. Try the Big Kid Kadoodle’s Noodles (mac ’n cheese) or the Café Coteau Salad featuring a kicked-up chicken salad resting on a mix of greens and finished with avocados, two cheeses and your preferred dressing.

For dessert, consider gluten-free baked goods made in-house, a cone with a scoop of South Dakota State University ice cream, or a Café Glace – ice cream with coffee from local roaster Kool Beans.

Pouran Borchardt, Café Coteau’s manager, is committed to providing fresh, healthy and wholesome meals. The staff grows vegetables and herbs on the museum’s back patio and outsources from local farmers.

“The love that we truly have for our customers, sincerity and quality individuals that work here are what makes the difference,” she said.

Guadalajara Meets Brookings for a Taste of Mexico

BY TSAKANI KHAMBULE

Guadalajara is known for delicious Mexican food guaranteed to leave you well pleased.

Guadalajara’s intriguing setup features walls decorated with sombrero hats and mariachi music to give you the Mexican ambiance. Employees make customers feel at home by interacting with them, having one-on-one conversations and serving complimentary tortilla chips and salsa as a starter.

The most popular dish is fajitas, consisting of a choice of steak, chicken or shrimp marinated in Guadalajara’s special sauce with onions, peppers, tomatoes and additional ingredients. For dessert, try the fried ice cream with a flavor of your choice. Guadalajara offers a “meal of the day” special and margarita specials every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

The restaurant was established in Watertown and Sioux Falls in 1995, then came to Brookings in 1997. It’s a family-owned business run by Carlos Vegas and his son, Danny Vegas. The family comes from Guadalajara, a city in Western Mexico known for tequila and mariachi music. They chose to honor their heritage with the restaurant’s name.

Guadalajara makes your mouth water so you’re eager to return for more.

Pints and Quarts: Mind Your P’s and Q’s

BY MAX BULTENA

Looking for mouthwatering burgers and an expansive beer selection? Find those menu items and more at Pints and Quarts, a bar and grill in downtown Brookings.

The renovated 100-year-old space features chalk walls, exposed brick and a comfortable dining area, just right for grabbing a bite to eat and having a drink with friends or family.

The bar offers a large selection of rotating tap beers, including domestics, South Dakota and Minnesota brews, and plenty of fine spirits. The menu is continuously updated with new food ideas and unique creations.

Pints and Quarts specializes in American cuisine, highlighted by a selection of tantalizing burgers. Try the Juicy Lucy, a half-pound burger stuffed with cheese and bacon, or the P & Q Burger featuring the restaurant’s signature sauce. The menu also includes vegetarian options such as the Spicy Black Bean Burger.

If burgers aren’t your thing, try the Shrimp Tacos, the Yard Bird chicken sandwich or the Jacked Up Cheese Curds with carnitas, beer cheese and barbecue sauce. After every meal, customers receive a delicious mini cupcake.

Kevin Raab, owner of Pints and Quarts, said his favorite parts about working there are serving good food, meeting new people and having a positive impact on the community.

When you go, remember to mind your P’s and Q’s.

ZAPOYA DELIVERY

Craving food, but don’t want to leave your house? Zapoya Delivery provides a custom food delivery service in Brookings from a variety of local restaurants. Simply create an order online and keep your PJs on. 424 5TH STREET • 844-752-3474 • WWW.ZAPOYA.COM