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Big J's Road House

Restaurant · $10 to $20 ·

510 Cliff Ave, Harrisburg, SD 57032, United States

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Big J's Road House

About Big J's Road House

If you are driving through South Dakota and craving a relaxed place to eat, Big J's Road House is the kind of spot that instantly feels welcoming. Located at 510 Cliff Ave in Harrisburg, this local restaurant has built a reputation for serving satisfying comfort food in a laid-back setting where people can slow down, enjoy a drink, and spend time with friends or family. The atmosphere is casual and easygoing, making it a great choice whether you are stopping in for lunch, dinner, or a late-night bite after a long day.

One thing that stands out about Big J's Road House is the variety of service options available. Guests can enjoy outdoor seating when the weather is nice, which adds an extra layer of comfort to the dining experience. At the same time, the dine-in area creates a friendly roadside restaurant vibe that feels both lively and relaxed. For people who are in a hurry, takeout is also available, making it convenient to grab food on the go without sacrificing quality or flavor.

The menu focuses heavily on crowd-pleasing favorites and hearty comfort food that keeps customers coming back. Along with filling meals, the restaurant also offers a strong selection of drinks, including beer, cocktails, wine, and hard liquor. Happy hour drinks and happy hour food give guests another reason to stop by during the week, especially for anyone looking to unwind after work. Coffee and quick bites are also available, so the restaurant works well for both casual meetups and full meals.

Big J's Road House has the kind of atmosphere where conversations flow naturally, plates arrive hot and satisfying, and guests can settle in without feeling rushed. Between the welcoming environment, flavorful small plates, and relaxed dining experience, it easily fits the image of a dependable neighborhood restaurant with plenty of personality.

Where this information comes from

Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.

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Business info

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Opening hours

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Hours can change on public holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

Location

510 Cliff Ave, Harrisburg, SD 57032, United States

Diner notes

4.6 4.6 out of 5 · 501 notes
  • 5 stars 397
  • 4 stars 64
  • 3 stars 20
  • 2 stars 13
  • 1 stars 25
5 out of 5
Called a half hour before open on a Saturday asking if they could accommodate a party of 10 for a kids birthday party. The manager who answered was so nice and said they would be happy to help! We were bringing an ice cream cake and she offered to keep in in their freezer untill after the kids jumped at Air Madness next door. When we arrived at the restaurant, they had a big table reserved for us! Our server, Christal, was so sweet and did a fantastic job taking care of us! I completely forgot to bring candles for the cake but Christal found some for us!! The food was great and so reasonably priced! I can't say how much I truly appreciate the staff and everything they did to make the party a wonderful experience. Thank you so much!!!
CM Cameron Moore Ate here , 23:57 am
5 out of 5
Situated between Harrisburg and Sioux Falls on south Minnesota Avenue, this place has really good food. The waitress was prompt and friendly. Food came out within 10-15 minutes of ordering. My friend got a BLT and fries. I tried their version of a Big Mac with fries. We also go an appetizer of Loaded Tater Tots. With tax was $41.52. Very large patio seating.
RS Ryan Stutson Ate here , 05:48 am
5 out of 5
Grateful to have this awesome restaurant in Harrisburg! The food and the staff are both equally incredible, always, and they make a great team!! Everyone is always so friendly. Big J’s offer plenty of seating and love that they have gluten free buns as an option. They also have Plenty of parking space. My only wish is that inside could be warmer in the cold months and cooler in the hot months !
E Erin Ate here , 20:41 am

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