Oxbow Restaurant, nestled in De Smet, South Dakota, offers a delightful dive into American comfort food, wrapped in a warm, nostalgic ambiance. Patrons often comment on the restaurant's charm, with Garrett Williams noting that it evokes the spirit of 1779, while Kerry Troche describes it as a fun diner where stepping back in time is part of the experience.
For many, Oxbow feels like a local treasure. Joanne Mendonza-Earle loved witnessing the camaraderie among locals sharing breakfast, highlighting the welcoming atmosphere. The food speaks for itself, with Kerry raving about the "BEST peach pie" he's ever had, emphasizing the flaky crust and freshness that comes from years of dedication. Joan Wollschlager and Mark Platz both praise the dependable service and homemade quality of the meals, reinforcing that Oxbow is more than just a restaurant—it's a place where you feel like family.
With a legacy of over forty years and an owner-operated team, Oxbow Restaurant stands as a pillar of the community. If you find yourself in the area, a visit to this cherished establishment promises delicious food and a taste of local culture.
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Service options
Drive-through
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
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Reviews For Oxbow Restaurant
Garrett Williams
Jul 5,2025
Overall nice joint. Makes ya feel like it’s still 1779
Joanne Mendonza-Earle
May 21,2025
We loved it. It is clearly the local's place and it was cool to see the "grumpy old men" who were there having breakfast together. Good food too!
Kerry Troche
May 5,2025
This was a fun diner/cafe! It felt a little like we were stepping back in time. The service was good and the food was very good. The BEST peach pie I’ve had in soooo long! Loved the flaky crust! They make it fresh. Another customer told us they had been in business for forty years. I am pretty sure it was the owners that were working-taking orders, cooking, etc. they didn’t have 1/2 and 1/2 for my coffee-just powdered creamer at the table, but he happily brought me milk when I asked. We’d definitely stop here again!
Joan Wollschlager
Apr 19,2025
Always good service and homemade kind of food. I can always trust the Oxbow to be open and have good food!
mark platz
Apr 13,2025
Love this place, treated like family everytime. Wouldn't be a complete trip if we didn't have breakfast here.
Rich Darrington
Apr 11,2025
Extremely nice people and great service. We did breakfast and their "made to order" perfectly. Just like an old time country diner. P.S. The scrambled eggs were real eggs (try to find that now days).
Em
Apr 1,2025
I wasn't very sure about this place from the outward appearance. I arrived shortly after 1 pm of a Saturday. It was pleasantly uncrowded. The food isn't Michelin star, LOL, but it is good and well presented. The servers were cheerful. The older gent (the owner, Scott) was kindly and humorous. The restrooms are clean. Free wifi is provided. The highlights for me were the row of booths for singles/couples (a rarity), *no* TVs and no music - just peace and quiet with conversational chatter and banter, and the girls and the owner kept up with keeping the tables CLEAN. Thank you!!! Glad I chose to eat here. A pleasant little place I would definitely return to.
Angela
Mar 30,2025
My husband and I had breakfast here a couple months ago and not only was the food wonderful, so was the waiter. He was attentive to us and the other people dining as well. I couldn't believe it when we went to pay, we found out not only was he the only waiter working, he was the only cook and the only cashier. Pretty amazing since neither of us noticed. That man didnt skip a beat!
Reviews For Oxbow Restaurant