Open Since 1933, Peacock Alley Has Been Serving Steaks In North Dakota Longer Than Any Other Restaurant
By Leah|Published November 23, 2019
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Leah moved to North Dakota when she was 12 years old and has traveled from the Red River Valley to the badlands and many places in between. She loves small-town life and currently enjoys living on a small farm in the ND prairie. She's always had a passion for writing and has participated in novel writing challenges such as NaNoWriMo multiple times. Her favorite part about this job is recognizing small businesses that deserve a boost and seeing the positive affect her articles can have on their traffic, especially in rural areas that might have otherwise gone overlooked.
No restaurant in North Dakota has been around longer and continuously run for as many years as Peacock Alley. This historic eatery in the heart of the state capital is legendary for its longevity, amazing steaks, and some of the famous patrons that have visited over the many decades it’s been open. Its story is amazing, and you can find bits of its history still preserved all over the restaurant. It should be on your must-visit list of ND restaurants, and here’s why:
Visit the downtown area of Bismarck, North Dakota to experience the oldest, longest-running restaurant in the state: Peacock Alley.
Peacock Alley was established in 1933 and has had visitors ranging from famous boxers like Jack Dempsey and multiple former presidents including John F. Kennedy. The interior still holds true to its historic roots with old fixtures still in place, but still in a lively atmosphere.
There are some decades-old photos of past visitors and parts of Bismarck's past all over the walls, and some pieces of furniture that have been around since the beginning of the restaurant's life.
Other than being the oldest restaurant in North Dakota, Peacock Alley is known for its spectacular food. From the appetizers to the desserts, you're in for some of the finest dining on the prairie.
There is quite a variety of steaks beyond that, though, and each is delicious in their own way. From the cowboy ribeye to filet mignon, any true carnivore will love this place.
The menu goes far beyond that with quality burgers, pasta, seafood, and sweet desserts. Whether you visit for the historic qualities or the great food, Peacock Alley will not disappoint.
Peacock Alley is open every day of the week except Sundays. You can find a full menu and more information on their website. Where is your favorite place to get a steak in the Peace Garden State? Here’s a list of some of the best steakhouses in North Dakota if you’re looking for something new to try.
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