The Smoking Mule — Restaurant in Chamberlain

The Smoking Mule: A Culinary Haven in Chamberlain, SD - An Expert Review by Dave & Co. Real Estate Team Chamberlain, South Dakota - When it comes to finding a unique dining experience in Chamberlain, SD, The Smoking Mule stands out as a true culinary gem. Our team at Dave & Co. Real Estate had the pleasure of dining here, and we're excited to share our experiences with you.

Ambiance As soon as we stepped into The Smoking Mule, we were greeted by a warm, rustic atmosphere that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Chamberlain. The restaurant's decor, with its wooden accents and soft lighting, creates a cozy and inviting environment, ideal for both casual dinners and special occasions.

Cuisine The Smoking Mule's menu is a delightful fusion of traditional and modern flavors.

Service What truly sets The Smoking Mule apart is its exceptional service. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and made excellent recommendations. Their passion for providing a memorable dining experience was evident in every interaction.

Overall Experience From the ambiance to the exquisite cuisine and top-notch service, The Smoking Mule is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary adventure in the heart of Chamberlain. Whether you're a local or just passing through, it's a destination that shouldn't be missed.

Conclusion As real estate professionals who appreciate the finer aspects of local living, we at Dave & Co. highly recommend The Smoking Mule. It's not only a testament to Chamberlain's growing culinary scene but also a place where memories are made...

For everything that’s holy do yourself a huge favor if you’re ever in Chamberlain, South Dakota, never and I may never go to the smoke and mule other than the fact they act like they’ve never seen Black people before and considering this town has 52 Black people in it. My family made up three of those Black people when we got here. Somehow they will treat you like they’ve never seen an African-American before and that they don’t want to serve one and it makes me sick to my stomach knowing people can still act like this and hold me accountable for not liking poor service!

I brought my daughters here because it was well recommended as far as our Midwestern tour and to say I was thoroughly disappointed in both service and treatment of my daughters and I is an understatement. instead of the waitress asking me if I would like to speak with a manager or what I may be needed to have conversation for search for service she insisted on just giving me 50% off of my plate and all I ate was two rib bones and about 10 onion rings. Rather than try to deal with the issue she just asked if I’d like a box for my food. At that moment we came to the cashier and she look like she couldn’t wait for my family and I to get out.

If you want to show me the this country has come as far as it has with respect treatment of minorities, this Store/Restaurant is a poor example of that. I’ll never subject my children to this restaurant if I’m ever in this neck of...

TLDR: Wish I could give this place 6 stars.

We stopped in Chamberlain after a long day of driving and working. Looked at all the options in the area, wasn't very excited, BUT then I saw The Smoking Mule. Checked out all the pics, looked good. Drove over.

We got there, the whole parking lot is full, bikes, cars, boats, we are worried we will have a long wait. Greeted by a wonderful young lady who tells us to sit wherever we like. Sit down, menus are short and sweet. One of us gets the shrimp po-boy, the other two get pulled pork sandwiches. Mac and cheese (3/3 said it was the best mac and cheese we've had) fries, and house made coleslaw.

Food comes out, looks great (was WAY too hungry to get a pic, I will get one the next time, and you better believe there will be a next time) good is even better than it looks, huge portions of mac and cheese, everything is hot and delicious. I am pretty sure my Crew Chief would like to bathe in their cocktail sauce. Food is scarfed down. Beers are had (a very nice selection here, not just your standards on draft.)

Only thing preventing me from giving this a 7/5 is that they stopped serving the desserts on their menu when they changed locations (says the waitress) and I was drooling over the idea of a strawberries and creme chimichanga.

In conclusion, I will be stopping here EVERY time I am anywhere close. Literally the best stop we have had on this 2000+ trip.

P.S. Bring back the dessert...