Drifters Bar & Grille — Restaurant in Fort Pierre

As a Realtor who’s always on the move across South Dakota, I’ve had my fair share of dining experiences—but Drifters Bar & Grille in Fort Pierre truly stands out. Nestled right along the Missouri River, this spot offers not just a meal, but an experience. The floor-to-ceiling windows provide stunning river views, and the outdoor patio is perfect for those warm evenings.

The menu is a delightful mix of contemporary American cuisine, with everything from juicy burgers and tender steaks to fresh seafood and creative flatbreads. Their signature Walleye Tacos are a must-try—grilled or beer-battered, topped with pineapple pico de gallo, coleslaw, and jalapeño aioli . And if you're into cocktails, their Cedar-Smoked Old Fashioned is a game-changer.

What sets Drifters apart is their commitment to local sourcing. They partner with nearby farms for fresh ingredients, ensuring every dish is top-notch . Whether you're hosting a client dinner, celebrating with family, or just passing through, Drifters offers a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service.

Highly recommend making this a stop on your journey through the Sioux Empire!

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Excellent food and service. Drifters has a convention/meeting room area. I had a meeting there, and the food was good, not only was the setup comfortable for the educational conference, there was a great view from the room.

I went back later in the day for dinner and ate with a large group on the outdoor patio that looks right over the marina/boat docking area. Being outside there were a few bugs, but nothing too bad. Our group was around 10 people, and they were able to have us seated on the patio within minutes. It worked out great because one of the members of the group had a puppy with them and there was grass right nearby that the puppy could go play in. The patio area also had a fire pit area you could sit around.

Food was excellent, and there were a lot of different choices that are not normally available in most other restaurants in this region. Everyone was happy with their meal, and several of us were commenting how we over ate because the food...

Housemade items are simply amazing! Staff is extremely efficient, honest, and exhibits the quality of a real team. Best of all, they have the best views of the upper midwest. Prices are so reasonable for all the amenities- it makes Drifters a worthwhile destination of it's own. If only there was a rating higher than 5 stars.

Review of our delightful menu items. The Beet hummus is fresh and delightful. Quite enjoyable for the novice and expert veggie eater. The burger?!? Beyond amazing. However the fries seem to be hand cut and so extremely fresh it's like eating a sliced baked potato. The Ahi Tuna entree features well prepared sticky cold rice, but flavors beyond typical Midwest capabilities. Congrats to this restaurant for the creation. The wasabi peas were slightly disappointing- as well as the ornamental seaweed paper - but it is Pierre, SD. The leading role- Ahi Tuna hold a delightful quality and at just $17.00 the entree is overall...