We came back to experience the roof top and it did not disappoint!…read more The views are spectacular. They had live music. We got here early and glad we did as we had choice of seating. The place filled up pretty quick after we got here. The food was as good as last time however, they took the burrito option off of the bowls The service was better this time. The young lady that waited on us was enthusiastic, fun, and attentive but not overly so.

Captain's Getaway is a blast. Went there on a Saturday night with some friends and was surprised by…read morehow busy it was at first. The live music was great, great song selection too. Upstairs deck was good for when you need a break from the live music area. Other bars and restaurants near by make it a fun area to go out in.

My mom and I tried Nautical for the first time and it was delicious! Even though it was busy it…read moredidn't feel crowded or super loud. We will definitely be back.

Large party with all ages family. Parmesan tilapia was very tasty. Responsive service. When weather…read morepermits nice to have table by front wide open space

What a gem! First…read moreoff, I am a stout girl. The darker the beer; the better as far as I am concerned the the West O Cocoa Stout is the chef's kiss! Every Iowan beerfest I attend, I am always in search of the West O Beer tent. We popped in on our final night of vacation for a pint and some pretzel bites as the kiddos played out on their patio. Pricing was on par. Parking was a bit cramped, you can tell when the parking lot is full that the inside will be, too. You need to order at the bar. (They are closed on Monday, FYI.) The pretzel bites were good, mustard definitely had some kick. My West O Cocoa was the perfect end to vacation. I'll pop in this brewery again when we are in town!

First time customer and I'm pretty hard to please but this pizza is delicious. They were super busy…read moreand I see why. We ordered to go and sat in our truck. The restaurant was small and not a lot of room which is fine bc it was loud and I rather eat in my truck in peace. Yes I would 100% go back!!!

Great to sit on the deck and watch the lake. Service was slow but the server was nice and brought…read moreus refills timely. Food was lackluster. Fries were cold but sandwhich was hot. Disappointed as they have a great set up and could be killing it if they can fix cold food and slow service.

This place is no longer the Gardens it is now Mullets. It was extremely disappointing. The food…read moretook an hour to be served even though the place was dead yet the food was still ice cold when we got it. The mac and cheese was inedible but still cost us over $20. Even a kids hamburger was practically inedible due to how overcooked it was. The drinks were even watered down and weak. We left mullets disappointed and with upset stomachs. Will not be returning!

Ok I'm updating my review. I went back because my kids love the slide. Parker actually served us…read moreand was fabulous. My Bloody Mary was delicious. Still not a fan of the food, but drinks and atmosphere are good.

Well, the best thing about Barefoot is the outdoor space. I mean they even bring in palm trees! The…read moreseating and bar space is large. There are a lot of docks too. The food definitely leaves a lot to be desired. It's basic nachos, brats, etc. Items that lack flavor and are easy to make. It sounds like the have music at night and I'd come back to chill, listen and drink.

The bartenders and table waitresses are terrible. They act like they are doing you a favor to wait…read moreon you, very rude all of them. Also the ventilation is bad so you walk out smelling like a grease factory. We stopped going there and just went on last Friday night, and had the same experience with the servers and the smell

Great place to hang out or watch a game! Charlie Boys are delicious and love the frozen schooners…read morefor beer! The staff who work there are awesome!!

During my recent annual stay at the Iowa Great Lakes, I had the chance to visit both West O and the…read moreOkoboji Brewing Company (OBC) Tap Rooms. Northwest Iowa is truly blessed to have both of these quality brewers here for the good beer-loving citizens to enjoy. The OBC facility is clearly visible from US 71, but takes a little more maneuvering to get here. I hope that partially explains the low attendance that I've seen here, as it's your loss if you haven't stopped in. West O seemed to be better patronized, and that might be partially explained by the occasional availability of live entertainment, proximity to the Taco House, easier access from US 71, and perhaps a more prominent social media presence. I tried the OBC IPA which is very good and a lot smoother than the "Total Domination" version that you can get at West O. Actually, I like the West O style very much, but at the same time was pleasantly surprised and impressed by OBC's vision of this classic. Like West O, unlimited peanuts are available at the bar or table and food can be brought in from the outside. I found OBC room a little more homey and appreciated that there was a soft drink option available for anyone who didn't wish to imbibe. OBC also has a complete line of home brewing supplies for home enjoyment..

A large beer selection with a handful of house brews and many Iowa brews. We've been here a few…read moretimes and they always have one or two of their own taps run out, but maybe it's because we always visit on the major holidays when Boji is busy. We haven't been here while they have their food truck outside "Farm to Fork", but the waitress spoke highly of it. You can pick up Papa Murphy's next door and cook it in the brewery's oven as well.

It's good to know that within a resort area full of nice restaurants and drinking establishments…read morethat there's a few dive bars around here and there. After all, the locals need to drink and get away from the tourists somehow! Pair-A-Dice is located right on US-71 and has the right number of bikes and weathered cars to confirm its street cred. The only thing that might be missing is an outdoor taco truck to supplement the indoor refreshments. My parents love exploring these type of places. We still share a good laugh about the time we walked in and the bar keep immediately yelled out at me - What do ya want? I meekly ordered a beer and decided to keep my back to wall.

I love this bar. Kind of reminds me of cheers. Plus the drinks are affordable compared to others in…read moretown.

The "regulars" aka the bar flies ruined our experience. They continue serving overly drunk people…read moreone of whom bumped into me and spilled my drink. Bartender isn't very attentive. Won't be going back.

I FINALLY made it here to check out the renovation and the amazing food. I wanted to try…read moreeverything. We had chicken crackling, which is like boneless chicken wings except better. The breading was incredible and it's made with chicken thighs so it's still tender. My prime rib chislic with this chipotle aïoli was very tasty, my mom's Smashburger was huge and you could tell it was made from scratch. Finally, this Montecristo sandwich is so unique that you almost have to order it. It comes with Cherrywood ham, turkey and cheese between two slices of brioche bread perfectly browned served with warm raspberry jam as a dipping sauce. And not only do they have good beers, check out this house old-fashioned. They have an event venue upstairs, line dancing on Tuesday nights, live music, and an awesome sand volleyball complex outside. The staff was great and the vibe was unique.

Sunday afternoon. 2 parties in the restaurant during my visit, one was me the other, a party of…read morethree. One server working, seemed right given the time of day, but she seemed more interested in talking at the bar than getting me my drink and a plate for the salad bar. Finally got a plate (very small plate) and one that is at the salad bar...she could've said help yourself....and I wouldn't have had to wait. A few bites into my salad and the smashed burger arrives. Literally a smashed burger (burnt) on a semi soggy bun, some cheese and a house sauce. Sauce was alright but the burger was super dry and no lettuce, pickles, or tomatoes offered. Had to pepper the burger for some kind of flavor. Server then doesn't come back to refill my drink or see if the meal was good after I'd started eating, you know how it's usually done in a restaurant. Probably because after a resumed conversation at the bar, 3 times playing with a TV in an unoccupied part of the restaurant and a long conversation on her phone in plain sight of patrons, she was too busy for her job. She finally came back and asked how it all was, and I simply shrugged to which she said wasn't the burger good, I shrugged again and she says and I quote "well, you ate it all" in a sparky voice while turning and walking away. When I first sat down she asked if I'd been here before to which I said I had but before the new ownership. She says, yeah well it's a 360 degree change, better food, service etc.... I think she needs an explanation on degress. 180 is a turnaround, 360 is right back where we started. She's wrong, it was better food before from my memory. The menu is small and still can't get a simple burger right. I likely won't come back, at least until another 360 degree, I mean 180 degree change is made. Disappointing