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The Smoking Mule In South Dakota Is Sure To Become Your New Go-To For Incredible Food

Smoking Mule in Chamberlain, South Dakota, offers a welcoming sports bar vibe with a menu featuring burgers, BBQ, and specialty pizzas.

Updated May 12, 2023

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Annie Sandmeier

Have you been searching high and low for a new place to eat? While South Dakota is home to more delicious restaurants than we can count, there is one in particular that stands out to us as being a potential go-to, which is the down-home Smoking Mule restaurant. You'll love their flavorful dinners and refreshing drinks. Let's take a closer look:

Welcome to the Smoking Mule restaurant, which is known both near and far for its "Burgers, Brew, and BarbeQue!"

A cozy outdoor bar at dusk, with string lights, wooden tables, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Located in Chamberlain, the Smoking Mule is both family and pet (as long as they are on a leash and on the patio!) friendly and boasts a laid-back yet welcoming sports bar vibe.

Outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a building featuring flags and murals.
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While the upbeat ambiance is reason enough to visit, the real star of the Smoking Mule is their delicious menu, which consists of the previously mentioned "Burgers, Brew, and BarbeQue," plus mouthwatering sandwiches and apps.

A plate with pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce, served with potato chips, a slice of bread, and pickles.
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Dig into an epic plate of BBQ and mac and cheese. You'll love every single bite.

A plate featuring a BBQ chicken sandwich with cheese, pickles, and a side of creamy macaroni and cheese.
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They're also known for their special occasion buffets. Bring your appetite and chow down! You definitely won't leave feeling hungry.

Smoking Mule's burger selections are impressive.

A sandwich with bacon, fried egg, and green peppers, served with a side of baked beans in a bowl.
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Get your burger drizzled in a honey glaze, or fire up your taste buds with some Nashville hot sauce. Either way -- you'll leave feeling full and happy.

We also love their specialty pizzas.

A plate of flatbread pizza topped with cheese, tomatoes, and fresh basil, served with red pepper flakes and seasoning packets.
Smoking Mule/Facebook

One of our favorites is definitely "The Donkey." This unique pizza is covered in beef, smoked pulled pork, bacon, red onions, BBQ sauce, and mozzarella. What more could you need?

In addition to their brews, the Smoking Mule also has an impressive menu of other libations like refreshing cocktails, top-shelf shots, and hearty Bloody Marys.

A vibrant Bloody Mary garnished with olives, pickles, and a lime wedge, set against a backdrop of liquor bottles.
The Smoking Mule Facebook

To learn more about their menu and specials, please visit the moking Mule Facebook page.

Interior of a casual restaurant featuring wooden booths, black chairs, and a view of the kitchen area.
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Have you ever eaten at the Smoking Mule BBQ in South Dakota? If so, we want to hear all about your experience! Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

Guess what? We were introduced to the Smoking Mule by a reader! Do you have a place in South Dakota that you would like to see us feature? Tell us all about it here!

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