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Dining

The Latchstring Restaurant

The Latchstring Restaurant, which boasts over 100 years of excellence, is located within walking distance of Spearfish Canyon Lodge, offering cuisine that is as magnificent as the scenery.

Summer Hours (May to Oct): 7 am - 9 pm Every Day       
Winter Hours (Nov to April):  7 am - 8 pm Every Day 

Address: 10619 Roughlock Falls Rd Lead, SD 57754

Latchstring Restaurant
Black and white photo of the original Latchstring Restaurant

Historic

Exceptional Dining since 1909

From the remains of the McLaughlin Tie and Timber sawmill, the Glendoris Inn was opened in 1909 and Spearfish Canyon had its first lodge and eatery.

Family-friendly

American Cuisine 

With over 100 years of exceptional service and food, the Latchstring Restaurant continues that tradition today with all homemade menu items. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two by the roaring fireplace or the whole family, the Latchstring has a menu that is sure to please all!

Closeup of Food and a Glass of White Wine
Latchstring Outdoor dining Family Friendly

Year-round

Casual Dining 

Open year-round, the Latchstring Restaurant is a great place to stop after a fun-filled day in the canyon. Come try out one of our many homemade menu items or our daily special! Don't have time to call and make a reservation? No problem! Just come on in!

Event Spaces

Great Meeting Rooms

The Glendoris Room is one of the most popular meeting rooms. With 1,500 square feet of space, it is our largest meeting room and is very popular for wedding receptions and large events. Great for private banquets, weddings, family reunions, and bus tours.

We love hosting bus tours through the Canyon! Come spend the night with us for a quiet evening of hiking, relaxing, and a delicious dinner, or simply stop into the Latchstring Inn for lunch on your breathtaking drive. Call our Sales Office at 605-584-3435 for information on how we can make this destination a dream come true for your group!

Banquet Room with tables and chairs

Weekly Specials

From our Burger & Pasta of the Week to  Daily Lunch Specials and other favorites, you don't want to miss what our amazing chefs are cooking up. Follow The Latchstring Restaurant on Facebook to stay in the know!

What Our Guests Say

Excellent Lunch, service was fantastic and the trout was delicious!
Gigi R.
Lunch on the deck was great, amazing views of the canyon. We will definitely be back!
Mark C.
We had burgers for lunch, which were very good. The setting is a beautiful log building in a natural setting.
Ron & Jean H.