Food scene
Great for lunch by the lake or an evening of beverages under the stars. Accessible by car, bike, walking or boat! One of the very few boat-up dining establishments at the lake.
16 locals recommend
PM Park
15297 Raney DrGreat for lunch by the lake or an evening of beverages under the stars. Accessible by car, bike, walking or boat! One of the very few boat-up dining establishments at the lake.
South Shore Sweet Spot
5269 S Shore DrGreat ice cream and only a block away!
GeJo's by the Lake - Italian Restaurant and Lounge
12 N 3rd StItalian food anyone??
Lakeside Landing Kitchen + Bar
1603 S Shore DrGreat food and outdoor dining!
South Shore Donut Co
1205 S Shore DrLocal donuts are a must while visiting the lake!
Starboard Market
310 Main AveThe best sandwiches and sides this side of the Mississippi!
A short drive out of town to the small community of Fertile, IA. The food is out of this world with locally sourced ingredients and a seasonal rotating menu. Worth the drive!
Cafe Mir
113 West Main StreetA short drive out of town to the small community of Fertile, IA. The food is out of this world with locally sourced ingredients and a seasonal rotating menu. Worth the drive!
Looking to catch the game? This is a great area sports bar and restaurant with great food!
18 locals recommend
The Other Place
200 US-18Looking to catch the game? This is a great area sports bar and restaurant with great food!
Made with family recipes and a slathering of love. These are the BEST cookies you'll ever eat (they have ice cream too!).
9 locals recommend
Cookies, etc.
217 Main AveMade with family recipes and a slathering of love. These are the BEST cookies you'll ever eat (they have ice cream too!).
Legendary steaks. Get there early, people line up for a table every day of the week. (seriously that good)
6 locals recommend
Northwestern Steakhouse
304 16th St NWLegendary steaks. Get there early, people line up for a table every day of the week. (seriously that good)
Sightseeing
Great swimming, clean sand and lots of picnic areas. Perfect for families.
14 locals recommend
Clear Lake State Park
6490 S Shore CtGreat swimming, clean sand and lots of picnic areas. Perfect for families.
Ritz Picnic Area & Beach
15406 Crane StreetQuiet neighborhood beach within walking distance of The Wren House.
Visit the seawall to enjoy watching sailboats, dock the Lake of the Lake and easy access to City Beach and splash pad.
The Seawall
North Lake View DriveVisit the seawall to enjoy watching sailboats, dock the Lake of the Lake and easy access to City Beach and splash pad.
Lady of the Lake Dock
North Lake View DrivePerfect for sight seeing around the lake!
The infamous Surf Ballroom is a local favorite attraction! The last venue of Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper!
25 locals recommend
Surf Ballroom & Museum
460 N Shore DrThe infamous Surf Ballroom is a local favorite attraction! The last venue of Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper!
The Buddy Holly crash sight is a must for fans of the legend.
8 locals recommend
Buddy Holly Crash Site
The Buddy Holly crash sight is a must for fans of the legend.