A Flavorful Summer of Giving
Sioux Falls’ dining scene is buzzing with a mix of charity drives, limited‑time menus and community collaborations that turn ordinary meals into moments of support for local causes.
At the forefront, Fernson Brewing Co. is staging the Totally Rad Taco Slam, a fundraiser for the Help the House Foundation that runs from noon to 5 p.m. Chefs from across the city, including Totally Rad Eats, M.B. Haskett and Pho Quynh, will be flipping tacos for all‑you‑can‑eat service between noon and 3 p.m.
The Tavern Grill is adding a charitable twist of its own, offering a dinner for two at $40 every Thursday through Sept. 10, with $1 from each order donated to Susan G. Komen’s breast‑cancer research efforts.
McNally’s Irish Pub has just refreshed its menu, unveiling new appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and desserts that give patrons fresh reasons to return to the historic spot.
Across town, Tarquin Argentinian Restaurant is celebrating Argentina’s run in the World Cup Championship with special game‑day dishes, while Oh My Cupcakes has partnered with Make‑A‑Wish children Asher and Amelia to craft limited‑edition cupcakes for a charity event.
Families can enjoy a free kids’ meal on weekdays this summer at Original Pancake House when an adult orders an entrée, a promotion that runs through the season.
Meat lovers are also being treated to a series of smashburger showcases; Crooked Pint Ale House is featuring six varieties through Aug. 23, and Perkins has rolled out three new burgers alongside a Key Lime Drop sponge cake with key‑lime mousse.
Rev It Up Grille is hosting an in‑house burger battle through Aug. 9, with the winning creation slated to remain on the menu for a full year.
Parker’s Restaurant Group is spotlighting global flavors during International Nights, highlighting Lisbon, Portugal; DaDa Gastropub in Bangkok; and Club David in Santiago, Chile.
Polar Bites is embracing the whimsical spirit of Christmas in July, serving holiday‑themed treats and new limited‑time parfait flavors that bring a touch of winter to midsummer.
Walls That Tell Stories
Pizza Cheeks is inviting the public to weigh in on a mural design for its open wall along Minnesota Avenue, seeking community input to shape the artwork.
Sunny’s Pizzeria has announced that the late Kenny Anderson Sr. will be added to its Wall of Notability, honoring the local legend with a permanent tribute.
A cookbook compiling grandmothers’ recipes is being sold to benefit Pinz, a venue that was devastated by a June fire, allowing diners to support recovery through culinary nostalgia.
Cherry Rock Farms is entering its first full week of produce sales after a series of pop‑up days, while The Gulch will be closed on Mondays and will only serve pizzas after 4 p.m. on Tuesdays due to staffing constraints.