Some of Our Favorites
Drinks & Dining
We love sitting on the patio of the Okoboji Store and watching the boats navigate under the bridge between East lake and West Lake. **Long wait times, reservations not accepted**
The food is fantastic and the patio is full of entertainment (music, games, kids activities, etc)
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Okoboji Store
1404 US-71We love sitting on the patio of the Okoboji Store and watching the boats navigate under the bridge between East lake and West Lake. **Long wait times, reservations not accepted**
The food is fantastic and the patio is full of entertainment (music, games, kids activities, etc)
We enjoy having brunch (fried chicken, breakfast pizza & Bloody Mary’s) at the Ritz!
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The Ritz
394 U.S. Hwy 71 SWe enjoy having brunch (fried chicken, breakfast pizza & Bloody Mary’s) at the Ritz!
Barefoot Bar is a great spot to travel to by boat or vehicle. They have live music, frozen drinks, gift shop, playground and tons of people / boat watching!! We don’t recommend the food there, but they have a small menu if you chose to eat there.
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The Barefoot Bar at Okoboji
24457 Stake Out RdBarefoot Bar is a great spot to travel to by boat or vehicle. They have live music, frozen drinks, gift shop, playground and tons of people / boat watching!! We don’t recommend the food there, but they have a small menu if you chose to eat there.
The Koffee Kup
43 Okoboji Grove Road NorthCinnamon rolls, all American breakfast and coffee
**On Property** The Waterfront Grille is on property and is one of our favorite places to eat, sip on cocktails and enjoy the beautiful Okoboji sunsets!
Waterfront Grille & Event Center
610 Linden Drive**On Property** The Waterfront Grille is on property and is one of our favorite places to eat, sip on cocktails and enjoy the beautiful Okoboji sunsets!
**On Property** Great for waterfront dining / sipping on cocktails / live music!.
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Bracco
317 240th Ave**On Property** Great for waterfront dining / sipping on cocktails / live music!.
Another great sport to dine and/or sip on cocktails on the waterfront patio. We typically do take-out from here while boating. https://www.parksmarina.com/central-emporium/dining/
The Gardens
144 Lakeshore DrAnother great sport to dine and/or sip on cocktails on the waterfront patio. We typically do take-out from here while boating. https://www.parksmarina.com/central-emporium/dining/
Maxwell's Beach Cafe
37 Lake StreetGreat seafood and Moscow Mules!
Prime Boji
144 Lakeshore DriveSteakhouse with a view
Los Pueblos
384 US-71Family owned, authentic Mexican restaurant.
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park BlvdLocal Craft Beer
Located in The Inn hotel, Tavern at the Park focuses on elevated American gastropub cuisine, and incorporates our unique twists on hand-crafted bar staples.
Tavern At The Park Okoboji
Located in The Inn hotel, Tavern at the Park focuses on elevated American gastropub cuisine, and incorporates our unique twists on hand-crafted bar staples.
Cozy indoor and outdoor space, great food, classic cocktails and delicious mocktails at Block Party, a retro pub located at Vintage Block Inn & Suites.
Vintage Block Inn & Suites Okoboji
Cozy indoor and outdoor space, great food, classic cocktails and delicious mocktails at Block Party, a retro pub located at Vintage Block Inn & Suites.
Fun in the Sun
https://arnoldspark.com/live-at-the-lake-free-concert-series-live-music/
This is a must stop for a Nutty Bar & family fun. We typically go to Arnold’s Park for music in the park - here is a link to the schedule: https://arnoldspark.com/live-at-the-lake-free-concert-series-live-music/
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Arnolds Park Freizeitpark
37 Lake StThis is a must stop for a Nutty Bar & family fun. We typically go to Arnold’s Park for music in the park - here is a link to the schedule: https://arnoldspark.com/live-at-the-lake-free-concert-series-live-music/
We recommend Okoboji Boat Works for daily boat rentals! Book early during summer months!
https://www.parksmarina.com/okoboji-boat-works/rentals-boat-slips/
Okoboji Boat Works
1401 Lake Shore DrWe recommend Okoboji Boat Works for daily boat rentals! Book early during summer months!
https://www.parksmarina.com/okoboji-boat-works/rentals-boat-slips/
Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark
630 Linden DrIndoor / Outdoor water-park
Bridges Bay Resort
630 Linden DrOutdoor pool & swim-up bar
Gull Point State Park is a focal point for camping and enjoying the outdoors in the popular Iowa Great Lakes Region. Gull Point overlooks West Okoboji Lake and offers a variety of lake activities such as swimming, paddling, water-skiing or sail boating.
Gull Point State Park
1500 Harpen StGull Point State Park is a focal point for camping and enjoying the outdoors in the popular Iowa Great Lakes Region. Gull Point overlooks West Okoboji Lake and offers a variety of lake activities such as swimming, paddling, water-skiing or sail boating.
Emerson Bay is a great place for a family picnic. Emerson Bay Lighthouse Point has a shelter that is available and may be reserved online through the park reservation system.This shelter is also conveniently located near a sand beach, an open grass recreation area, and a playground. The lighthouse tower also provides the user with a spectacular view of West Lake Okoboji.
Emerson Bay State Recreation Area
Emerson Bay is a great place for a family picnic. Emerson Bay Lighthouse Point has a shelter that is available and may be reserved online through the park reservation system.This shelter is also conveniently located near a sand beach, an open grass recreation area, and a playground. The lighthouse tower also provides the user with a spectacular view of West Lake Okoboji.
Shopping
Central Emporium is a historic building full of little tourist shops. https://www.parksmarina.com/central-emporium/
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Central Emporium
144 Lakeshore DrCentral Emporium is a historic building full of little tourist shops. https://www.parksmarina.com/central-emporium/
The Three Sons has something for everyone. Name-brand Shoes, clothing, backpacks, sunglasses, etc (they have cute Okoboji sweatshirts too) https://www.threesons.com
The Three Sons
902 10th StreetThe Three Sons has something for everyone. Name-brand Shoes, clothing, backpacks, sunglasses, etc (they have cute Okoboji sweatshirts too) https://www.threesons.com
Barn Swallow Gift Shop
1212 US-71Delicious Desserts
Nutty Bar Stand
37 Lake StOne word - YUMMY
Lisa's Bake Shop
1306 18th StGreat for special occasions (cakes, cupcakes, etc)
The Frozen Parrot
Nightlife
LIVE MUSIC!! Rooftop patio, great bands and fun for adult night-life! https://captainsgetaway.com/events/
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Captain's Getaway
107 W Broadway StLIVE MUSIC!! Rooftop patio, great bands and fun for adult night-life! https://captainsgetaway.com/events/
Sightseeing
The Queen II is a famous boat excursion that leaves from Arnolds Park Amusement Park. It’s about an hour long.
The Queen II
37 Lake StreetThe Queen II is a famous boat excursion that leaves from Arnolds Park Amusement Park. It’s about an hour long.
View rare artifacts and immerse yourself in the lore of the Iowa Great Lakes. See a rare collection of antique wooden boats and view a boat pulled from the depths of West Okoboji. Browse the new reproduction of the “Okoboji Store.” Or peruse retro ride parts, signs and other souvenirs left from Arnolds Park’s earlier days. Whether young or old, an Okoboji native or a first-time visitor, the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum is an integral part of your Arnolds Park experience.
Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum
243 West Broadway StreetView rare artifacts and immerse yourself in the lore of the Iowa Great Lakes. See a rare collection of antique wooden boats and view a boat pulled from the depths of West Okoboji. Browse the new reproduction of the “Okoboji Store.” Or peruse retro ride parts, signs and other souvenirs left from Arnolds Park’s earlier days. Whether young or old, an Okoboji native or a first-time visitor, the Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum is an integral part of your Arnolds Park experience.
Food scene
Locker at the Park
Full service meat shop providing high quality cuts of beef & pork.
A refined, relaxed environment for guests to dine-in or carry-out while enjoying a full menu of coffee, fresh-baked bagels, bakery goods, hand-dipped ice cream, grab-and-go lunch options and artisanal desserts.
TOPOG Coffeehouse
A refined, relaxed environment for guests to dine-in or carry-out while enjoying a full menu of coffee, fresh-baked bagels, bakery goods, hand-dipped ice cream, grab-and-go lunch options and artisanal desserts.