Downtown Sioux Falls icon Minervas has been selected as the South Dakota Retailers Association’s Restaurant of the Year. Presented annually, the award recognizes a restaurant with a reputation of excellence in food, service, and atmosphere.
Standing on the corner of Phillips Avenue and 11th Street in Downtown Sioux Falls, Minervas has been a community staple since 1977, when it was first opened as a creperie.
Speaking on its historic prominence, co-owner Ken Bashore said “We’ve brought people together in Minervas, whether it’s for a show at Washington Pavilion, a business lunch, anniversaries, proposals. It’s just been a part of Sioux Falls for a really long time – and the region, really.”
Today the restaurant is known for its diverse and delicious selection of food, warm and inviting atmosphere, and outstanding hospitality.
Co-owner Timothy Meagher says their success falls on asking themselves one question. “We might not have the best steak and we might not have the best food every time, but how can we connect with you on a level that makes you feel special?”
“Minervas is deeply rooted in the culture of the Sioux Falls region,” said Retailers Association Executive Director Nathan Sanderson. “It’s just a great restaurant and we’re pleased to honor their years of passion and expertise.”
The South Dakota Retailers Association Retailer of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Community Service awards will be presented at the association’s annual meeting and awards reception at 4:30pm on January 9, 2023, at the Ramkota Convention Center in Pierre. To RSVP for the reception and support award winners, visit www.sdra.org/annual-meeting.
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The South Dakota Retailers Association is one of the nation’s oldest and largest trade organizations, operating as the South Dakota Restaurant, Grocers, and Hospitality associations and representing more than 4,000 businesses. Learn more about SDRA’s support for South Dakota’s business community online at sdra.org or find us on Facebook.