Backyard BBQ is closing its brick-and-mortar restaurant in Sioux Falls for now but will continue to offer catering services and operate its seven food trucks while it finds a new location.
The final day at 3705 S. Western Ave. will be Saturday, but the goal is to find another location after the upcoming food truck season and reopen in the first quarter of 2027, said Eric Elenkiwich, director of operations and the son of owner and founder Alan Elenkiwich.
“Our landlord listed the building for sale in October, and although we had the first right of refusal to purchase, we declined the opportunity,” Elenkiwch said.
“Over the past twelve years, we have identified a significant need for drive-thru service and reduced indoor seating. Currently, our catering and food truck operations generate approximately 70 percent of our revenue, with the storefront accounting for the remainder.
“This shift presents us with an opportunity to seek a new location better suited to our operational needs and to consider expanding our menu offerings.”
Elenkiwich said they’d be happy to find a new location with a drive-thru and 30 to 40 seats. “The east side interests us if we could find the right location.”…