8 South Dakota Hole-In-The-Wall Pastries That Locals Swear By

You up for a slow, snacky loop through South Dakota with me?

I am thinking small storefronts and friendly counters.

That cozy hush when you walk in and everyone nods like they know your day already.

We will keep it easy, follow the smells, and trust the locals who point with that little knowing grin.

Stop whenever something smells too good to pass, taste a bite, and let the day roll at its own pace.

By the end, you will have a shortlist you will keep in your phone for every future road day.

1. CH Patisserie

Let us start in downtown because it feels right when the sidewalks still have that early hush.

CH Patisserie sits at 309 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, and the windows glow even on a cloudy day.

You step in and your shoulders drop a notch because the room feels calm and intentional.

The counter hums with quiet confidence and the staff has that easy rhythm locals trust.

I like grabbing a spot by the front glass so the light lands soft on the table.

You can hear little bursts of conversation float past and then fade, like a friendly radio dial.

The shelves look neat and unhurried, and the whole space gives you permission to linger.

Sioux Falls has plenty going on, but this corner lets you slow down without trying.

If we are mapping our day through South Dakota, this is where I feel the pace click into something human.

There is a short walk from here to the river if you want a breather.

The street outside keeps a steady pulse, not loud, not sleepy, just everyday life doing its thing.

We could circle back later and it would feel just as welcoming.

If you need a first stop that centers the day, this is it.

It is bright, friendly, and feels like a tiny promise that the rest of South Dakota will meet us kindly.

Ready to roll?

2. Looks Marketplace Bakery

Okay, next up is the lively one that makes you feel like you just walked into a neighborhood gathering.

Looks Marketplace Bakery is tucked inside Looks Marketplace at 500 E 69th St, Sioux Falls.

It is got that market buzz where voices blend and the ceiling lights make everything look a touch golden.

I always slide into a corner seat and watch the easy swirl of people cruising past.

The layout invites wandering, which is half the fun.

You can settle in, or you can do that slow browse and nod thing like you are a regular.

The counters stretch long and neat, and the staff works with that relaxed focus that keeps the line moving.

You notice families, a couple laptops, and someone reading with their headphones barely on.

It feels welcoming without trying to impress.

South Dakota has a way of making spaces feel useful and friendly, and this spot nails that.

If we are planning the day, this is where you can pause and actually make a plan.

The light is soft enough to make time move slower.

Parking is easy and the exit back to the road is quick.

I like that you can be in and out without any fuss.

Just a good vibe, a steady hum, and a reason to keep the trip rolling.

3. Mrs. Murphy’s Irish Bistro Bakery

This one is comfort in a room, plain and simple.

Mrs. Murphy’s Irish Bistro Bakery sits at 4801 E 26th St, Sioux Falls, and it feels like a hug with good lighting.

You walk in and the wood tones and framed photos do all the talking.

Grab a booth if you can because that is where the conversation gets easy.

The music floats low and the staff greets you like they have seen you twice already.

It is mellow without being sleepy, like the morning knows what it is doing.

It never feels crowded even when it is full because everyone settles into their little pocket.

You can look up, breathe, and remember why you took this drive.

South Dakota keeps surprising me with rooms that feel genuinely lived in. This one does that in a friendly, steady way.

If you are mapping a loop through Sioux Falls, put a star here.

When we slide back to the car, you will be relaxed and ready for the next stretch.

The route out is straightforward and the neighborhood is easy to navigate.

Save the address because you will want to come back with someone you like.

4. Jerry’s Cakes And Donuts

Now we roll west for a place that feels like early mornings and friendly nods.

Jerry’s Cakes And Donuts sits at 109 E Omaha St, Rapid City.

The sign has that straightforward charm that makes you smile.

It is bright inside in a comforting, no nonsense way.

I like the counter seats because you get that easy chat with folks who know the routine.

The staff keeps things moving, and there is always a little joke floating near the register.

It is laid back and simple, which is exactly what you want on a road morning.

Rapid City has its own rhythm and this spot matches it beat for beat.

The floor squeaks a little and the door swings often, and it all feels friendly.

You can breathe here, unhurried and content.

If we are tracing lines across South Dakota, this is a solid anchor on the western side.

The drive in is smooth and parking is painless.

No pressure, just good energy and a clean, bright room.

We will pop out feeling awake and steady, which sets up the rest of the day.

I like a place that does not try too hard and still feels special. This one lands it.

5. Sugar Shack Bakery

Here is the kind of spot you stumble into and then keep talking about.

Sugar Shack Bakery is at 2224 Mount Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, tucked along a stretch that is easy to find.

Sun pours across the tables and turns the room soft and warm.

The staff knows regulars by name, and you feel included even if you are passing through.

It is cheerful without being loud.

There is local art on the walls, a couple plants leaning toward the light, and a steady, friendly buzz.

People linger in a way that makes the clock feel kind.

You could plan half the day here and not notice time moving.

Rapid City treats mornings kindly, and this room catches that.

If our South Dakota loop needs a cozy mid route pause, this checks that box.

Easy parking, easy exit, easy to like.

When you are ready to roll, the road spits you gently back onto the main drag.

It is exactly the kind of calm stop that keeps a road trip smooth.

Let us mark this one as a keeper.

6. Breadroot Natural Foods Bakery

This one is inside a friendly co op, which gives it a different kind of charm.

Breadroot Natural Foods Bakery lives at 100 East Blvd N, Rapid City, and the entrance has that community notice board energy.

You walk in and it smells like good choices.

The bakery area blends into the co op aisles, so everything feels open and easy.

Chalkboard signs, a few plants, and shoppers who move with unhurried purpose.

It calms you without trying very hard.

There is something comforting about a space that feels shared and cared for.

You settle in and the day slows to a manageable pace.

Rapid City keeps showing up with welcoming rooms and this is a sweet example.

Parking is simple and the exit back to the boulevard is direct.

We will step out feeling refreshed and maybe a little inspired to keep things simple.

That is the best road energy. Let us keep rolling while the light holds.

7. Daily Clean Food And Drink Bakery

Here is a bright, easy room to wrap the list with.

Daily Clean Food And Drink Bakery sits at 6215 Western Ave, Sioux Falls, and the windows make the whole space glow.

It is crisp without feeling cold, just inviting and clear.

I like grabbing the table near the plants because the light lands soft there.

Conversations float and fade in a comfortable rhythm.

You can hear laughter skip across the room and then quiet again.

The counters keep things organized and the staff moves gracefully.

It feels like a room designed by someone who cares how a day begins.

You notice the little details and feel cared for, even if you are a stranger.

Sioux Falls keeps handing us kind spaces and this one is right up there.

On a loop, this is a cheerful waypoint that steadies the plan.

You walk out lighter than you walked in.

From here, the roads spin out in every direction so you can chase your next mood.

The sign is easy to spot and parking is a breeze.

It is a clean finish to a friendly route, and it sticks with you.

8. Black Hills Bagels

This one comes up almost immediately if you’re driving through the Black Hills.

Trying to decide where to pull over without overthinking it?

Black Hills Bagels sits right on Mount Rushmore Road, and it feels like the kind of place you spot, shrug, and then somehow end up staying longer than planned.

The room is small, busy in a calm way, and full of locals doing their normal routines.

It doesn’t try to impress you, which is probably why it works.

You’ll find it at 13 Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701, right where the road starts feeling like the Black Hills.

I like places like this on a road trip because they ground the day before it turns into lookout points and long drives.

Nothing feels staged, and nobody’s acting like you’re supposed to be having some big moment.

It’s just a solid pause in Rapid City, where people are coming and going and getting on with their day.

If you’re mapping a South Dakota route and want one stop that feels normal in the best way, this is an easy yes.