Are you thinking of visiting Clear Lake or Mason City, Iowa? This is a list of everything you must eat, see and do in and around my hometown! I know all the great spots because I grew up here and have even worked at some of the locations :) take a lo...
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Eat!
The best steak in North Iowa🥩
I highly suggest the filet, cheeseballs and ranch 🔥
Half Moon Inn | Clear Lake IA
Amazing authentic Asian food from an very sweet family! I highly recommmend going for lunch special to get a great deal. The crab rangoon, egg drop soup and beef with snap peas are my personal favorites!
Shao Ting Guo
Best soup, sandwiches and bars for a park lunch! Cheesy cornbread soup is by far my favorite even in the summer. I love their seven layer bars and “The Dude” sandwich 👌
Starboard Market
Another fantastic spot to get wonderful Iowa beef. The greek spaghetti is my favorite side!
Northwestern Steakhouse
Great pizza and subs at this go to sports bar! I recommend the pizza breadsticks with beer cheese :)
The Other Place
I recommend Arandas Cheese Steak! Flour tortillas filled with steak, onions, peppers and queso. It’s like a Mexican Philly cheese steak :):
They also have chips and salsa with every meal.
Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant
Stay!
A wonderful place to stay that’s close to downtown, attractions and has a peaceful atmosphere if you want to stay in to enjoy the ambience.
Surf & Serenity House
The Last Remaining Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel! The architecture is beautiful, don't forget to take photos.
Historic Park Inn
A quaint B&B in the heart of Mason City and Meridith Wilson Home.
The Decker House Bed and Breakfast | Mason City IA
Stay on lake and enjoy the beautiful views! You can also eat at the adjoining restaurant, The Landing. The menu changes every year!
Lakeside Inn
Things to Do!
A history rich building with tours and concerts held weekly! Famous for holding the last concert for Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Richie Valens.
Surf Ballroom & Museum
All different genres with wine and beer available from the local brewery. There's even a kid's corner!
Three Bells Books
Plenty of history and things to do for your little one including self guided tours and classes.
