Welcome to Brookings!

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Welcome to Brookings!

Food Scene

Great food with a large menu. Sports bar atmosphere that attracts both families and those looking for a night out.
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Cubbys Sports Bar & Grill
307 Main Ave
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Great food with a large menu. Sports bar atmosphere that attracts both families and those looking for a night out.
Large portions with both Italian and Mexican food served. Located in a quieter area of town.
Yessica's Restaurant
1300 Main Avenue South
Large portions with both Italian and Mexican food served. Located in a quieter area of town.
A Brookings Icon! Nick's has been serving up greasy burgers and thick milkshakes for generations. The burgers are small so we recommend ordering two!
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Nick's Hamburger Shop
427 Main Ave
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A Brookings Icon! Nick's has been serving up greasy burgers and thick milkshakes for generations. The burgers are small so we recommend ordering two!
Large list of beers, complimented by delicious food! Locally owned and operated with a moody ambiance.
Pints & Quarts
313 Main Ave
Large list of beers, complimented by delicious food! Locally owned and operated with a moody ambiance.
Long standing Brookings restaurant that serves local and regional dishes. Large oil and vinegar cellar and large wine selection
Pheasant Restaurant & Lounge
726 Main Ave S
Long standing Brookings restaurant that serves local and regional dishes. Large oil and vinegar cellar and large wine selection
A Brookings staple for many generations, George's serves amazing pizza, burgers and other Greek food. Be sure to grab a slice from their walk up window after downtown nightlife
George's Pizza
311 Main Avenue
A Brookings staple for many generations, George's serves amazing pizza, burgers and other Greek food. Be sure to grab a slice from their walk up window after downtown nightlife
Local ice cream made by our Dairy Program students located right on campus
Dairy Bar
1225 College Ave
Local ice cream made by our Dairy Program students located right on campus
Great gluten free options located right downtown
Flavor Indian & Asian Fare
501 Main Ave
Great gluten free options located right downtown
A hometown brewery that offers a rotating list of craft beer and wine. Delicious pizza and sandwiches are available. Kid friendly.
Wooden Legs Brewing Company
309 5th St
A hometown brewery that offers a rotating list of craft beer and wine. Delicious pizza and sandwiches are available. Kid friendly.
WE FUSE THE FARM-TO-TABLE AND THE FINE CUISINE CULTURES TO CREATE ELEGANTLY HAND CRAFTED DISHES THAT HIGHLIGHT THE RICH PRODUCE WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY.
Craft Italian American Fusion
610 Medary Ave S
WE FUSE THE FARM-TO-TABLE AND THE FINE CUISINE CULTURES TO CREATE ELEGANTLY HAND CRAFTED DISHES THAT HIGHLIGHT THE RICH PRODUCE WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY.
Located on campus, Einstein's offers a variety of bagel sandwhiches.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
1023 Student Union Lane
Located on campus, Einstein's offers a variety of bagel sandwhiches.
Chick-fil-A
1421 Student Union Lane
Well known for their "greasy spoon" breakfast, they're open for both breakfast and lunch
Cook's Kitchen Inc
304 Main Ave
Well known for their "greasy spoon" breakfast, they're open for both breakfast and lunch
If you're hungry for sushi, this is your place!
Sake Japanese Restaurant
724 22nd Avenue South
If you're hungry for sushi, this is your place!
A sit down restaurant with fast service! You can't go wrong by going to Guad's
Guadalajara
1715 6th St
A sit down restaurant with fast service! You can't go wrong by going to Guad's

Must See

These spots are part of what makes Brookings special. Some are new and exciting, while others are traditions we treasure.
The Coughlin Campanile was completed on the campus of South Dakota State University in 1929. It was designed by architects Perkins & McWayne. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
Coughlin Campanile
940 Medary Avenue
The Coughlin Campanile was completed on the campus of South Dakota State University in 1929. It was designed by architects Perkins & McWayne. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. 
Great place for families wanting to explore and burn off some energy. This place has something for everyone and all ages. Be sure to check out the Kadoodle Cafe!
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Children's Museum of South Dakota
521 4th St
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Great place for families wanting to explore and burn off some energy. This place has something for everyone and all ages. Be sure to check out the Kadoodle Cafe!
McCrory Gardens has over 25 acres of formal display gardens and 45 acres of arboretum featuring hundreds of different flowers, trees, shrubs and grasses in harmonious settings to display, educate, and further the development of new varieties. Many community events throughout the year. Don't miss their Christmas lights display in December!
McCrory Gardens
631 22nd Ave
McCrory Gardens has over 25 acres of formal display gardens and 45 acres of arboretum featuring hundreds of different flowers, trees, shrubs and grasses in harmonious settings to display, educate, and further the development of new varieties. Many community events throughout the year. Don't miss their Christmas lights display in December!
The 135 acre park is open year round for activities such as fishing, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, bird-watching, hiking, biking, and picnics as well as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Explore the winding trails equipped with plenty of benches, providing a perfect place to rest and enjoy the tranquil beauty of nature.
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Dakota Nature Park
1705 32nd St S
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The 135 acre park is open year round for activities such as fishing, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, bird-watching, hiking, biking, and picnics as well as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Explore the winding trails equipped with plenty of benches, providing a perfect place to rest and enjoy the tranquil beauty of nature.

Entertainment

Newly renovated bowling alley with food and drink available
The Lanes
722 Western Ave
Newly renovated bowling alley with food and drink available
Fun night out with friends. Learn how to throw an axe in different ways to rack up points
Woody's Axe Throwing
2508 Wilbert Court
Fun night out with friends. Learn how to throw an axe in different ways to rack up points
The local theater offering several show times and options
Brookings Cinema 8
219 6th St
The local theater offering several show times and options
Edgebrook Golf Course is an 18 hole facility with a fleet of 42 golf carts, a full driving range, and a large practice green and chipping green near the number 1 tee box. The regulation 18 holes plays at 6,200 yards with par of 70. The front nine is a par 36 with 2 par 5’s and 2 par 3’s. The back nine plays a little shorter with 1 par 5 and 3 par 3’s, but has several challenging water holes.
Edgebrook Golf Course
1415 22nd Ave S
Edgebrook Golf Course is an 18 hole facility with a fleet of 42 golf carts, a full driving range, and a large practice green and chipping green near the number 1 tee box. The regulation 18 holes plays at 6,200 yards with par of 70. The front nine is a par 36 with 2 par 5’s and 2 par 3’s. The back nine plays a little shorter with 1 par 5 and 3 par 3’s, but has several challenging water holes.
100 VIRTUAL GOLF COURSES, PLAY 9 OR 18 HOLES 25 MODES OF PLAY, 1-6 golfers per bay VIRTUAL: SOCCER, BOCCE BALL, HOCKEY, BASEBALL, FOOTBALL, RUGBY, CRICKET, LACROSSE, BASKETBALL QUARTERBACK CHALLENGE, HOMERUN DERBY ​CARNIVAL, ZOMBIE DODEGEBALL
Tee'd Off Golf
2508 Wilbert Ct
100 VIRTUAL GOLF COURSES, PLAY 9 OR 18 HOLES 25 MODES OF PLAY, 1-6 golfers per bay VIRTUAL: SOCCER, BOCCE BALL, HOCKEY, BASEBALL, FOOTBALL, RUGBY, CRICKET, LACROSSE, BASKETBALL QUARTERBACK CHALLENGE, HOMERUN DERBY ​CARNIVAL, ZOMBIE DODEGEBALL
Since 1970, the South Dakota Art Museum in Brookings has been a destination for people from around the world to enjoy the artistic legacy of South Dakota in all its diversity. Seven galleries feature 15-17 new exhibits every year featuring a wide variety of artworks and themes, many with ties to South Dakota and others that bring international perspectives. Exhibitions are curated from the museum’s extensive collection of Harvey Dunn and Paul Goble paintings, Native American art, Marghab Linens, fine art prints from the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s in the Cockerline Collection, as well as from the museum’s wide connections to emerging and internationally known artists and traveling exhibitions. The museum has more than 7,000 objects in its collection including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures, textiles and ceramics. The Museum Store features jewelry, pottery, and original works of art by local and regional artists in addition to books on South Dakota history and culture.
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South Dakota Art Museum
1036 Medary Ave
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Since 1970, the South Dakota Art Museum in Brookings has been a destination for people from around the world to enjoy the artistic legacy of South Dakota in all its diversity. Seven galleries feature 15-17 new exhibits every year featuring a wide variety of artworks and themes, many with ties to South Dakota and others that bring international perspectives. Exhibitions are curated from the museum’s extensive collection of Harvey Dunn and Paul Goble paintings, Native American art, Marghab Linens, fine art prints from the 1960s, 1970s and early 1980s in the Cockerline Collection, as well as from the museum’s wide connections to emerging and internationally known artists and traveling exhibitions. The museum has more than 7,000 objects in its collection including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures, textiles and ceramics. The Museum Store features jewelry, pottery, and original works of art by local and regional artists in addition to books on South Dakota history and culture.
The South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum is the official state museum that collects, preserves and interprets the history, science of agriculture and rural life in South Dakota. The museum collection contains the following items: approximately 3,500 agricultural and mechanical tools and equipment; 1,500 items classified as building furnishings, personal and recreational items; 8,300 communications and documentary items, such as maps, prints and agricultural business advertising; over 100,000 photographs of farms, ranches, small towns, 4-H and Cooperative Extension Services; and approximately 72 cubic feet of machinery operator’s manuals, parts, lists, and sales literature. It has a great gift shop!
South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum
977 11th St
The South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum is the official state museum that collects, preserves and interprets the history, science of agriculture and rural life in South Dakota. The museum collection contains the following items: approximately 3,500 agricultural and mechanical tools and equipment; 1,500 items classified as building furnishings, personal and recreational items; 8,300 communications and documentary items, such as maps, prints and agricultural business advertising; over 100,000 photographs of farms, ranches, small towns, 4-H and Cooperative Extension Services; and approximately 72 cubic feet of machinery operator’s manuals, parts, lists, and sales literature. It has a great gift shop!
Hillcrest Aquatic Center
1505 5th St
Swiftel Center is home to most of Brookings large events
Swiftel Center
824 32nd Ave
Swiftel Center is home to most of Brookings large events
Home to Brookings Rangers Hockey, the Larson Ice Center offers both hockey and ice skating
Larson Ice Center
924 32nd Ave
Home to Brookings Rangers Hockey, the Larson Ice Center offers both hockey and ice skating
Home to Brookings Rangers Hockey, the Larson Ice Center offers both hockey and ice skating
Larson Ice Center
924 32nd Ave
Home to Brookings Rangers Hockey, the Larson Ice Center offers both hockey and ice skating

City/town information

Just 5 miles West of Brookings, Volga offers a community golf course, The Lucky Dog Bar and Grill and CC's Bar and Grill. Also, their gas is usually 5 cents cheaper!
Volga
Just 5 miles West of Brookings, Volga offers a community golf course, The Lucky Dog Bar and Grill and CC's Bar and Grill. Also, their gas is usually 5 cents cheaper!
Located about 5 miles East of Brookings. Aurora is a rapidly expanding town.
Aurora
Located about 5 miles East of Brookings. Aurora is a rapidly expanding town.

Feel like a local

In addition to offering full salon service, they also have many ways to relax from salt floats, infared sauna, massage, singing bowls, facials, waxing and more. Easy online booking available.
blu salon + spa
1118 6th St
In addition to offering full salon service, they also have many ways to relax from salt floats, infared sauna, massage, singing bowls, facials, waxing and more. Easy online booking available.
If you left home without meds or just left urgent care, Brother's has local service and a convenient drive through.
Brothers Pharmacy and Gifts
1004 6th St
If you left home without meds or just left urgent care, Brother's has local service and a convenient drive through.
Offering a wide range of fitness classes, book your first for free on the MindBody app
Brookings Cinema 8
219 6th St
Offering a wide range of fitness classes, book your first for free on the MindBody app
Our local yoga and pilates studio, offering both cool and hot classes.
Prairie Soul
986 22nd Ave S
Our local yoga and pilates studio, offering both cool and hot classes.
Arguably the most iconic bar in Brookings, it's a local mainstay
Rays Corner
401 Main Avenue
Arguably the most iconic bar in Brookings, it's a local mainstay
Need a quick mani or pedi? Stop in to Oscar's
Oscar Nails Spa
1819 6th St
Need a quick mani or pedi? Stop in to Oscar's

Shopping

A local favorite offering the latest trends and SDSU apparel.
The Socialight Boutique
420 Main Ave
A local favorite offering the latest trends and SDSU apparel.
Local gift shop offering a wide range of fun items for you or for a gift. They offer everything from baby gifts to office gifts to fresh flowers from the Flower Bar
Honeycomb Gifts
314 Main Ave
Local gift shop offering a wide range of fun items for you or for a gift. They offer everything from baby gifts to office gifts to fresh flowers from the Flower Bar
Local shop with all of your cooking essentials along with some locally made non-perishable food items
The Carrot Seed Kitchen Co.
310 Main Ave
Local shop with all of your cooking essentials along with some locally made non-perishable food items
Held every Saturday from 9 to noon during the warmer months of the year. Located just west of the courthouse near the library. Shop locally made goods, fresh flowers and locally raised meat and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Brookings Farmers Market
300 6th Ave S
Held every Saturday from 9 to noon during the warmer months of the year. Located just west of the courthouse near the library. Shop locally made goods, fresh flowers and locally raised meat and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Local women's boutique offering both new and gently used clothing.
Seven Songbirds Boutique
320 Main Ave
Local women's boutique offering both new and gently used clothing.
Local kids consignment boutique
Little Rascals Consignment and Studio
2035 Orchard Dr
Local kids consignment boutique
Found has that Chip and Joanna Gaines feel but with SD prices!
Found by Funky Junk
307 4th St
Found has that Chip and Joanna Gaines feel but with SD prices!
Local consignment shop offering adult-size clothing, jewelry, shoes and offering items from Found by Funky Junk. From ages 18 to 45, women and men will find great clothing and fashion accessories when they visit Trendz in the heart of Brookings, SD. We buy and sell!
Trendz
307 6th St
Local consignment shop offering adult-size clothing, jewelry, shoes and offering items from Found by Funky Junk. From ages 18 to 45, women and men will find great clothing and fashion accessories when they visit Trendz in the heart of Brookings, SD. We buy and sell!
Local women's clothing boutique offering a wide range of sizes
Emerald Grace Clothing Co.
314 Main Ave
Local women's clothing boutique offering a wide range of sizes
Needing some jewelry? Winks is THE place in town!
Wink's Fine Jewelry
322 5th St
Needing some jewelry? Winks is THE place in town!
A local fave with all the latest in decor along with some fun gift items.
Pasque
400 Main Ave
A local fave with all the latest in decor along with some fun gift items.
A local gift shop offering a wide range of items, mostly made locally.
Farmhouse Fancy & The Ugly Duckling
312 Main Ave
A local gift shop offering a wide range of items, mostly made locally.
Need some Jack's apparel? This is the place to stop!
Jackrabbit Central
416 Main Ave
Need some Jack's apparel? This is the place to stop!
Dunham's Sports
1721 6th St

Coffee

Now located at the end of the main drag on Main Ave, they roast their own beans to make delicious coffee. Great place to grab a cuppa and visit.
Kool Beans Coffee and Roasterie
225 Main Ave
Now located at the end of the main drag on Main Ave, they roast their own beans to make delicious coffee. Great place to grab a cuppa and visit.
With a larger lobby, amazing coffee and fudge and a drive through, this is a local fave!
Choco Latte Coffee and Handmade Candy
2308 6th St
With a larger lobby, amazing coffee and fudge and a drive through, this is a local fave!
A national chain with a quick and reliable drive through
Scooter's Coffee
305 22nd Ave S
A national chain with a quick and reliable drive through
If you're downtown and need some coffee, this cafe offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
Cottonwood Coffee
509 Main Ave
If you're downtown and need some coffee, this cafe offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
Newly opened in the last few years, this on-campus Starbucks serves to both students and the community
Starbucks
715 Jackrabbit Ave
Newly opened in the last few years, this on-campus Starbucks serves to both students and the community