Explore Clear Lake

🍽️ 🍹Our go-to spots for an easy, fun meal (and a little lake-life atmosphere):

PM Park/Tiki Bar 
Lake views + fun vibe. Great for casual meals, patio time, and feeling “on vacation.”

Rookies 
laid-back + reliable

The Other Place
Classic local favorite

Starboard Market
Incredible, fresh deli-style food. Get there early, there will be a line before they even open!

Gejo's by the Lake 
A favorite in Kelly's family. Classic, Italian cuisine. Sit on the patio and take in downtown Clear Lake.

Cancun by the Lake 
Sometimes you just need a marg and queso... this is the spot!

☕🍦 For slow mornings and sweet afternoon stops:

Cabin Coffee Co.
the O.G. easy, familiar coffee stop

Livonia’s Coffee Bar
cozy local spot, kids area in the back=clutch

South Shore Sweet Spot 
Ice cream shop right next to us - need we say more?! 🍦

The Viking (Ventura)
fun stop for ice cream when you’re out exploring

🏖️ 🚤 Family-friendly things to do (easy wins):

Central Gardens of North Iowa — FREE kids activities on Fridays in summer

Clear Lake State Park — beach, swimming, shelters, trails

City Beach — beach + splash pad + boat ramp 

Clear Lake Boats - rent a pontoon or jet ski for a day out on the water

Clear Lake Pin & Play - bowling, golf & all sports simulator, food and fun!

Clear Lake Aquatic Center — perfect on hot days

Everybody Plays Playground & Splash Pad — solid stop with little ones to get the wiggles out