The Dive — Restaurant in Sioux Falls Township

We visited an hour after this location's grand opening! As a result we were served plain wavy potato chips since their fryers were not up & working yet, which was fine. She did inform us of this before we paid. The cashier also told us they have more planned for decor & such but that didn't affect the atmosphere. It felt nice & welcoming. The lighting seemed dark to me, like bar lighting and there is a bar on the right wall when you enter, but that could just be because it is still a work in progress.

It has two individual unisex bathrooms. I can't say for sure but I believe you could get a wheelchair through the entrance door, though that has no automatic option. Although I did not check out the restroom my friend did and he said they're probably identical & felt they would be wheelchair friendly.

Seating is tables, no booths, with counter seating at the window looking into the mall. The wooden table chairs were larger than normal and extremely comfortable for a change! Though not a large space, it is arranged with room for wheelchair seating.

Since their menu is still a work in progress also, I don't know about kid friendly options but even with the bar right there, it didn't feel like a bar & there were familes dining as well. Menu had sandwiches, burgers, salad and the like, standard American fare. I had the Turkey Club which comes with turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato and aioli mayo and pickles on the side. The white bread was toasted. My friend got the Spicy BBQ Burger which includes cheese, BBQ sauce & jalapeños though he asked for it without those & it was no problem. Both were fine and reasonably priced at about $10 or less.

My friend likes their 12th Street location after work and loves having this one close to home. We can't wait to see it after they get it just the way...

I walked in for a carry out order and since I wanted to sample a lot of things I ordered a base Dive burger, Onion rings, and fried mushrooms. Carry out does fried food no favors and I know that, so I will be using that as a caveat throughout this review.

The Burger was nice. Pleasant. I enjoyed the roll and the beef had good flavor. I liked the pickles. It looks like they do them in house, as they have a lighter color than most do. I'm not sure about that though. I love onion rings, and while I think they definitly do thier own rings, I would personally prefer more rings of onions inside the batter as most of what I tasted was the batter. By far not the worst rings I've had, and I'm sure they would have been better served up fresh and hot on a table.

Now for the Mushrooms. I was not expecting what I got. I think they may be shiitake mushrooms, as they are not the button mushrooms I was expecting. It was a large portion and I worked on them, but the oil and sogginess just got to me. Again, had these been placed before me on a plate I'm sure my experience would have been different.

Overall I like the place. I could see going back and having a burger and a beer as it's within walking distance of my home. It's obviously a place people like to be and the people that work there have a pride in what they do. That counts for a lot.

I would also like to say that I was on the struggle bus to do a carry out order and the guy behind the bar took good care of me. I appreciated that a great deal. Now next time I go I will...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

I recently dined at Dive Restaurant in Sioux Falls, and I was absolutely impressed! The atmosphere is a delightful escape, and it instantly sets the mood for a memorable dining experience.

🍔 The hamburger offerings here are exceptional. The flavors are vibrant, and it's evident that Dive takes pride in using high-quality ingredients.🍔

The prices are very decent and the dining experience is worth every penny, especially for food enthusiasts. The attentive and knowledgeable staff add to the overall pleasure of the visit.

Dive Restaurant is a hidden gem in Sioux Falls, and it's a must-visit for anyone seeking a taste of some great offerings. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this restaurant is an absolute treat for your taste buds.

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