food & drink
BENNIGAN’S GRILL & TAVERN
2023 7th Avenue North • (641) 357-2366
bennigans.com
This high-energy restaurant and tavern has a sleek
new look to go along with their innovative menu,
which incorporates chef-driven food with Emerald
Isle favorites, such as the Turkey O’Toole, savory “Oh
Baby” back ribs and world famous Monte Cristo.
CABIN COFFEE COMPANY
303 Main Avenue • (641) 357-6500
cabincoffeecompany.com
Launched in 2002, this western-styled coffee shop’s
motto is “Just Be Happy and Have Fun!” Stock up on
fresh roasted coffee to brew at home or grab a latte
for the road. The menu is as fresh as the coffee, with
bakery items and healthy lunch favorites. If daily
features and rotating menu items don’t draw you in
off the sidewalk, the aroma will!
While small businesses throughout the country have struggled since the onset of the global
pandemic, it is the restaurant industry who seems to have taken the brunt of the hit. With
the continual variation of rules and regulations, they have had to roll with the punches to
keep their doors open. Many have added delivery options, as well as online ordering and the
opportunity for contactless pickup.
Through it all, the many restaurants of Clear Lake have powered through, adjusting to the
guidelines set in place by the State of Iowa to ensure the safety of both their patrons and
staff. They have done everything in their power to make your dining experience a pleasant
one and look forward to serving their many seasonal visitors and guests to the Lake!
This guide shows a comprehensive listing of the many options for dining in Clear Lake during
your visit. And remember, you can always order take-out to enjoy your meal at home!
CASEY’S PIZZA & DELI
202 Highway 18 W • (641) 357-1693 • caseys.com
Casey’s isn’t just a gas station and convenience store,
it’s the fifth largest pizza chain in the U.S.! Try a taco
pizza, or their satisfying breakfast pizza. The stores
also offer made-to-order sub sandwiches, freshly
baked donuts, pastas, soft-serve ice cream and more.
CAVU PATRIOT WINGS
9184 265th Street • (641) 357-9464
pwcavu.com
Arrive by land or by air, CAVU is the ultimate
morning, noon and nighttime dining destination for
locals and travelers alike!
CULVER’S OF CLEAR LAKE
1204 North 25th Street • (641) 357-0757
culvers.com
Using fresh, never frozen 100 percent Midwest beef,
the signature ButterBurgers are seared to perfection
and served on a lightly buttered toasted bun. Frozen
custard is made fresh in the store throughout the
day, using real Wisconsin dairy, cold-pressed vanilla
and Dutch-blend chocolate. Try the Flavor of the Day!
COOKIES, ETC
217 Main Avenue • (641) 357-1060
cookies-etc.com
These warm-from-the-oven cookies made from family
recipes are legendary. The giant cookies are baked
fresh all day and will wow you with seven different
flavors. Try the ice cream sandwich, a generous scoop
of ice cream nestled between two huge homemade
cookies, and enjoy malts, sundaes and generous ice
cream cones. Order cookies to be shipped nationwide
for friends, family and clients. Cookies, etc., home of
the cookie ATM, is a must stop in Clear Lake!
K&B EMPORIUM & ANNA’S BALLROOM
8 North 4th Street • (641) 357-4047
kandbemporiumandannas.com
Anna’s Ballroom features fine dining using ROK
Service, where you cook your meal on a hot stone.
They have handcrafted weekly drink specials and a
seasonal patio. Café options are available on their
lower level; including sandwiches, ice cream, baked
goods and more. The retail wine cellar is open with
the same hours as the café.
GE-JO’S BY THE LAKE
12 North 3rd Street • (641) 357-8288
gejosbythelake.com
Handmade specialties prepared the old-world
way with family recipes that have been handed
down for generations! GeJo’s is famous for their
hand-stretched, made or order pizza, authentic pasta
dishes and 18-ounce Italian margaritas. Dine on the
patio overlooking city park and the lake, and enjoy
a variety of homemade sandwiches, salads, pasta
dishes or mouthwatering pizza.
HALF MOON INN
701 Buddy Holly Place • (641) 357-9339
A family operation since it opened in 1972, the
relaxed atmosphere of this steakhouse is where
the locals go for a great meal. Steaks, fish, chops,
ribs and more are prepared to order in this Quonset
hut. The food is fresh and portions are generous,
like the pile of food on the combination platter and
their homemade ranch dressing. Be sure to try the
crispy hash browns. Cocktail hour specials from
4:30-6:00 pm
DISTRICT ROCK ‘N ROLL GRILL
619 Buddy Holly Place • (641) 357-1222
surfdistrictgrill.com
The District Rock ‘n Roll Grill was created to offer a
UNIQUE Clear Lake dining experience that ROCKS!
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