The Mud Hole of the Black Hills

The Mud Hole of the Black Hills

7 Main St, Rapid City, SD

★★★★★4.8(534 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This beloved Black Hills institution earns its quirky name with genuine charm—a true hole-in-the-wall where the biscuits and gravy are so legendary that regulars swear they're better than homemade, and the steak biscuit has inspired road-trippers to make return pilgrimages. The magic isn't just in the food, but in the warmth: you'll be greeted like family by both staff and fellow diners in a homey vibe that feels authentically South Dakota, making it perfect whether you're grabbing coffee on the fly or settling in for a slow breakfast with loved ones. Open early and closing by 11 AM, it's a no-fuss, full-breakfast kind of place that proves the best spots never need fancy trappings.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly.

Quick grabFamily friendlyMeetingsFull breakfastTraditional drinksPastriesSlow sit

Google Reviews

Kevin Lopez
★★★★★3 weeks ago

Part thrift store and diner. Eggscelent breakfast! Good food made fast! Not a "chain restaurant sized" menu but the "Mud Bog" was great!

James Abreu
★★★★★3 weeks ago

David and Teresa run an authentic local breakfast joint that attracts amazing people and a down to earth atmosphere that will transport you back to simpler times. The food is excellent and priced more fairly then any other breakfast spot in town. My favorite is grabbing a ham…

Alex Witte
★★★★2 months ago

Tasty, classic breakfast food at a great price. The environment may not be everyone's cup of tea, but we left full and satisfied. I will be back.

LifeBuzzN onYoutube
★★★★★2 months ago

What an amazing little hole in the wall. The food is amazing, the owners are really special. Thanks for making us Tennessee Folks feel at home.

Mckay
★★★★★4 months ago

Best steak and biscuit I’ve ever had! Absolutely incredible! I’ll be back for sure next time I make it back to rapid city.

Lisa Iblings
★★★★★6 months ago

We were greeted with a genuine Hello & How are you? by the Greeter AND fellow diners. The biscuits are light as a cloud and the gravy delicious. Homey, friendly vibe. If you want the Ritz, go to the Ritz. If you want down home, friendly service and good food, come to this place.

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