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Bison steak with succotash (all locally sourced) - Meander, Spearfish, SD

Meander

5.0
5
15 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Meander embodies relaxed indulgence. Be prepared to enjoy your multi-course meal carefully and thoughtfully crafted by Executive Chef Dan Gullickson, who designs the tasting menu each evening. Courses range from five to 12, depending on fresh ingredients available from on onsite greenhouse, the season, and any themes we may be highlighting (such as Chinese New Year or St. Patrick's Day).

Our bar is finely curated to offer mid- to top-shelf spirits, with an curated wine and beer list. All mixes, salts, and syrups for cocktails and mocktails are made in house and augmented with fresh ingredients.

The dining room seats 18 people, so each person's experience is personal, private, and delightful. We only offer one seating in the evening at 6:00. Bar opens at 5:00. Meander is the onsite restaurant for Shortgrass Resort, built by Cappie, Alex (Sprout), and Rachel, as seen on Building Outside the Lines on the Magnolia Network and streaming on Max.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (605) 340-5797
  • Website
    https://shortgrassresort.com/restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dan Gullickson
  • Private party facilities
    Our entire restaurant only seats 16 on a normal night, but can accommodate up to 35. Work with Executive Chef Dan and Mixologist Alex to create an event not to be forgotten!
  • Location
    19343 Shortgrass Lane, Spearfish, SD 57783, Spearfish, SD 57783
  • Neighborhood
    Lead / Spearfish
  • Cross street
    Old Belle Road to Creekside Loop to 108th go north. Drive through our gate.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

Experiences

  • Tasting Menu @ Meander @ Shortgrass Resort

    $112.50 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 23, 2024 - Apr 30, 2025
    Meander is a lovely evening, an exclusive dining experience, a time to connect and savor. Chef Dan sets the multi-course tasting menu, based on what's fresh from our onsite greenhouse. If you're looking for a themed night, use this experience to book! We are open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings with availability for one sitting at 6:00. We offer a full bar with cocktails, mocktails, and a curated wine and beer list. The experience is exceptional and will be an evening to remember. Bar opens at 5:00 p.m. Please let us know if you have allergies or restrictions in the notes of your reservation.
    Tasting Menu @ Meander @ Shortgrass Resort Photo

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 15 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Meander offers a "culinary journey" with "amazing food" by Chef Dan, featuring meticulously plated dishes and a flavorful 7-course experience. Guests rave about the "intimate and elegant" setting, "great service," and exceptional hospitality by Cappy and Rachel. With standout cocktails and a cozy ambiance, it's truly a special dining destination.

15 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From our welcome at the door by Alex, our visit to Meander exceeded all expectations. His craft cocktails were exquisite! Every course was delivered and described by Dan, and were all exceptional. Can’t wait to return.

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  2. Jeremy

    South Dakota1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the most amazing dining experiences my wife and I have ever had

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  3. Jason

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Valentine's Day dinner - chef prepared meal with over 7 courses. Each course was fantastic and the wine paring was phenomenal. We have not had a finer meal in area. Not a cheap dinner but worth every penny!
    MeanderResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you, Jason for your wonderful review! We would love to have you back out to Meander anytime!

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    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had a Valentine’s Day dinner there. We are “foodies”. 7 courses, from appetizers to dessert. The entire meal was special and worth every penny and more. Very highly recommend.

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  5. Dan

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience. The food was amazing, was intimate, and elegant. Was the perfect valentine date night!!
    MeanderResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you, Dan for your wonderful review! We would love to have you back out to Meander anytime!

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  6. Danna

    Portland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I ate at Meanders restaurant Friday night. Chef Dan cooked amazing dinner. The food was amazing, I was able to enjoy the smells, the texture, and the visual platting of the food. Each dish tasted wonderful as I rolled it around in my mouth. We will come back again.
    MeanderResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you, Danna for your wonderful review! We would love to have you back out to Meander anytime!

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    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing food, great service and cocktails- very thankful to have this fine dining option close to home. We will be back! Austin & Chloe McPhilamy
    MeanderResponded on February 18, 2025
    Thank you, Austin and Chloe for your wonderful review! We would love to have you back out to Meander anytime!

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  8. Melinda

    South Dakota1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I learned of Meander Restaurant two days before going. It was dark upon arrival so all I can say is we felt we were secluded from life and were greeted in the parking lot by Cappie himself. Upon reaching the entrance, we were met with a warm, inviting space filled with beautiful handcrafted artwork and nicely appointed tables. It’s quaint with seating for around 16. The bar was open and Alex made the best gin martini I’ve tasted! We spent a good while getting to know Cappie, meeting Sprout(absolutely delightful), before guests arrived for the 6 pm seating. I had know idea Cappie would be assisting with the dinner service! Chef Dan came out and introduced himself and each dish. From one dish to the next, they were meticulously plated and absolutely mouthwatering! The menu started off with an amuse-bouche, followed by a twist on caprese salad, then a pasta course(my personal favorite)! The seafood course was a beautifully prepared salmon dish, then on to the meat course of Braised Beef Cheek paired with mushroom risotto. Dessert was a deconstructed Tiramisu. I can’t say enough that Chef Dan is very talented, cares about every detail which results in amazing food! From mini “tacos” made from Parmesan and potato, to skinned tomatoes garnished with baby basil, pasta made perfectly Al dente, it all was stunning! Oh I forgot the homemade focaccia! No doubt we will be returning because it was worthy of repeat business but I must admit, the hospitality shown to us was as appreciated and as special as the meal! We spent some time after getting to know Chef Dan and by the end of the night, we felt welcomed like family. Meander is how a dining experience should be from start to finish! I can’t wait to return!!

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  9. Melissa

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meander exceeded expectations for my small birthday dinner for 4. We took a quiet dirt road in the middle of a snowstorm, to arrive upon the well designed resort. Cappy and Rachel welcomed us personally as we entered the cozy dining area. We were guided to the bar where the mixologist showed his talents with a custom drink list to match the evening’s dinner theme. Our table was nicely spaced from the others, even though the room was full, and we enjoyed the ability to visit during our 6 course meal. The food was delightful and designed in a New York style theme. I highly recommend making a reservation if you’re looking for fine dining in the Black Hills!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an extremely special experience. If you have the chance, go! We will be back as often as we can, even though we do not live in the spearfish/Belle Fourche area. I can’t say enough amazing things about the experience at meander! 
    MeanderResponded on January 20, 2025
    Thank you! We hope to have you join us again soon!

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FAQs

Meander is rated 5 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Meander

19343 Shortgrass Lane, Spearfish, SD 57783, Spearfish, SD 57783

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Old Belle Road to Creekside Loop to 108th go north. Drive through our gate.
  • Neighborhood
    Lead / Spearfish
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dan Gullickson
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://shortgrassresort.com/restaurant
  • Phone number
    (605) 340-5797
  • Private party facilities
    Our entire restaurant only seats 16 on a normal night, but can accommodate up to 35. Work with Executive Chef Dan and Mixologist Alex to create an event not to be forgotten!
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