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The best restaurants in Brookings, ranked by customer reviews, licensing, and reputation. Updated for 2026.
Our rankings are based on a weighted score of Google ratings (40%), review count (30%), licensing (15%), online presence (10%), and years in business (5%).
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307 Main AveTV sports, pub grub & a lively deckCloses soon
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726 Main Ave SWarm fixture for American fare & music
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309 5th St #100Modern brewpub with beer flights & pizza
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Our Top 10 list isn't based on who pays the most — it's based on data. We evaluate every restaurant in Brookings, SD using a weighted scoring algorithm that considers Google customer ratings, total review count, active licensing status, online presence, and years in business.
Businesses with higher ratings and more verified reviews rank higher. Active state licensing and insurance provide additional trust signals. We update these rankings regularly to ensure accuracy.
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