ROAR CAFÉ AT THE GREAT PLAINS ZOO The Roar Café on the Great Plains Zoo campus is a welcoming space to cool off in the summer and warm up in the winter with a chef-created menu. Served in shareable portions, guests can order and enjoy their meals in the air conditioning, on the patio, or with a view of the lion exhibit. “We want people to remember that even though we’re food at a zoo, we’re a lot more than just concessions,” said PR and marketing director of the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium Denise DePaolo . Popular menu items include chicken tenders, salads, and Smash Burgers . Drinkwise, ICEEs are always a big hit, and DePaolo says kids love the Animal Sipper drinks. For adults, the zoo sells a selection of canned beers and seltzers, as well as draft beer seasonally at the Lily Pad snack bar near the Splash Pad . A few new summer features on the menu include Cheesy Fondue Fries , a Southwest-Inspired Chopped Salad , and a Chicken Popper Wrap
“Working at a zoo, we get to meet people from all over the country and world,” said DePaolo. “We also have a lot of fantastic locals who are zoo members, and it’s always great to see a friendly face.” Guests can order their Walking Taco , cheese curds, or whatever they’re craving so it’s ready when they arrive by placing a mobile order at greatzoo.org/dining. This summer, food can also be ordered to the Splash Pad by using the QR code on the tables. Along with the Roar Café , there are other food and drink options at the zoo like the Gift Shop coffee bar with beverages and grab-and-go snacks, and the Lily Pad snack bar with fresh lemonade, draft beer, and more quick items near the Splash Pad and carousel. New this year is a snack spot next to the Brown Bear exhibit. Zoo members receive discounts on all food and retail purchases. “Our team members love working at the zoo, getting to see the animals, and being part of people’s happy memories,” said DePaolo. 805 S Kiwanis Ave, Sioux Falls | greatzoo.org
with jalapeños, bacon, and barbecue ranch. The quaint café sees visitors from all over.
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