Drinks & Nightlife
Connected to Park's Marina Barefoot Bar is a must visit place at The Iowa Great Lakes. You can pull in by boat or on land (additional parking in back) and kids can come too (during the day). They have a small playground with sand for the little ones and a waterslide going into the lake for the big kids and adults. They usually play live music and always serve cold drinks. Food is also available but not really what I would call a restaurant, more a large snack counter with Pizza, Nachos, Ribs, BBQ, etc.
22 locals recommend
The Barefoot Bar at Okoboji
24457 Stake Out RdConnected to Park's Marina Barefoot Bar is a must visit place at The Iowa Great Lakes. You can pull in by boat or on land (additional parking in back) and kids can come too (during the day). They have a small playground with sand for the little ones and a waterslide going into the lake for the big kids and adults. They usually play live music and always serve cold drinks. Food is also available but not really what I would call a restaurant, more a large snack counter with Pizza, Nachos, Ribs, BBQ, etc.
Gotta Stop for a Schooner of your favorite brew. They are good priced and they are so cold they frost with ice at the top at times.
Smile With Miles
264 US-71Gotta Stop for a Schooner of your favorite brew. They are good priced and they are so cold they frost with ice at the top at times.
New Rooftop Patio Bar is a Must See. With a great view of the lake and a nightclub downstairs.
11 locals recommend
Captain's Getaway
107 W Broadway StNew Rooftop Patio Bar is a Must See. With a great view of the lake and a nightclub downstairs.
The Gardens
144 Lakeshore DrUsually a good band here at night. Also can get to by boat.
The Ritz
394 U.S. Hwy 71 SFishbowls of your favorite drink plus good pizza and burgers.
Food Scene
Great Grouper Fish Taco's! Ask for the old sauce over the tarter sauce. You won't be disappointed!
8 locals recommend
Bracco
317 240th AveGreat Grouper Fish Taco's! Ask for the old sauce over the tarter sauce. You won't be disappointed!
Minervas Restaurant & Bar
1405 U.S. 71Great Sunday Brunch and Tuesday Night Pasta Bar! All around good food!
Fine Dining Indoor or Out on Resort Property. Also Flat Bread Brick Oven Pizza's are great!
The Waterfront Okoboji
610 Linden DrFine Dining Indoor or Out on Resort Property. Also Flat Bread Brick Oven Pizza's are great!
Great Breakfast!!! You may have to wait for a table but it is worth it Trust Me! Try the Cinnamon Rolls and Blueberry Pancakes if you like something sweet!
Family Diner
1604 Hill AveGreat Breakfast!!! You may have to wait for a table but it is worth it Trust Me! Try the Cinnamon Rolls and Blueberry Pancakes if you like something sweet!
La Barca
24 US-71Great Mexican Buffet and good service!
Taco House
1614 Terrace Park BlvdAn Okoboji Classic that the locals pile in to. It's a must try.
Entertainment & Activities
Okoboji Classic. Free to get in unless you ride rides. See the antique amusement park. Take a ride on the queen for a tour of the lake. Also often free concerts on the lawn or at the roof garden.
39 locals recommend
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
37 Lake StOkoboji Classic. Free to get in unless you ride rides. See the antique amusement park. Take a ride on the queen for a tour of the lake. Also often free concerts on the lawn or at the roof garden.