Tally’s Silver Spoon is a locally owned restaurant in downtown Rapid City, South Dakota, proudly serving fresh, creative cuisine to locals, Black Hills visitors, and travelers from around the world. Located in the heart of the Black Hills, Tally’s offers a unique dining experience that combines contemporary cuisine, regional ingredients, and the welcoming atmosphere of a classic neighborhood restaurant.
We specialize in modern American cuisine in an upscale yet relaxed setting. For breakfast and lunch, we put a contemporary spin on classic diner favorites, creating what we call a regional “Fine Diner.” From a leisurely breakfast in downtown Rapid City to a memorable lunch or dinner, Tally’s Silver Spoon offers something for every occasion.
Our modern yet comfortable dining room is an inviting place for family meals, business lunches, date nights, celebrations, and gatherings with friends. Whether you’re a Rapid City local or visiting the Black Hills and looking for a memorable restaurant, our attentive staff and chef-driven menu are here to make your dining experience exceptional.
As a family-owned restaurant led by Executive Chef Benjamin Klinkel, Tally’s Silver Spoon combines the comfort and familiarity of classic American dishes with contemporary culinary inspiration from around the globe. Chef Klinkel’s approach brings together time-honored favorites, creative seasonal dishes, and modern techniques to create a dining experience that is distinctly Tally’s.
We believe exceptional food starts with exceptional ingredients. Tally’s sources local chicken, fish, and buffalo, and purchases regionally grown produce whenever possible. Our commitment to local and regional ingredients allows us to create fresh, seasonal dishes that showcase the flavors of South Dakota and the Black Hills.
Whether you’re searching for breakfast in Rapid City, a great lunch downtown, or a memorable dinner in the Black Hills, Tally’s Silver Spoon is proud to offer a dining experience that is both sophisticated and approachable. Our unique perspective, exceptional standards, and dedication to hospitality have made Tally’s a destination for locals and visitors alike.
Come experience Tally’s Silver Spoon in downtown Rapid City, South Dakota, where modern cuisine, local ingredients, and classic hospitality come together.
Our History
In the 1930s, Tally and Betty Winter opened The Bright Spot Cafe, which occupied what was then the Duhamel Corner. The name was later changed to Tally's, as that was how many downtown business owners who would meet for coffee referred to it. The Winters passed the restaurant down to their sons, who remodeled it and gave it a more popular diner-style setting while retaining the local comfort and home cooking that the people of Rapid City had come to expect. Today, Chef Benjamin Klinkel owns the Rapid City landmark. Chef Benjamin attended Le Cordon Bleu culinary school and graduated with honors. He followed his degree with an apprenticeship under Master Chef Philippe Boulot, who, after only a year, sent Benjamin on to train in Michelin-starred restaurants in France. With Chef Benjamin's expertise and experience, he has turned Tally's into a modern, clean, and sophisticated restaurant with an atmosphere resembling casual comfort. Not only does Chef Benjamin pay close attention to seeking out the best ingredients, but he also shops locally whenever possible and imports specialty ingredients from small producers worldwide. This dedication is displayed throughout the breakfast and lunch menus. The dinner menu rotates seasonally to maintain a vibrant, eloquent, and creative fare that is a unique dining experience for Rapid City.
Why our guest love Tally's?
Eggs Benedict
"The eggs Benedict was super tasty, and the portions were large. So stuffed!"
~ Jean R.
Really French Toast
It's both sweet and savory. The saltiness of the foie heightens the sweetness of the berries and highlights the creaminess of the maple cream. The granola finishes it off with hints of vanilla. One of my favorite dishes at Tally's!
~ Rissa.
Buffalo Marsala
Matt C
"A very classy experience. The restaurant has a pleasant ambiance and is nicely nestled in a quiet downtown location. Their menu is quite diverse with appetizers, burgers, pastas, salads, and extravagant entrees. The bison Maytag Marsala mushroom pasta was amazing. It was loaded with bison tenderloin and mushrooms!"
~ Matt C