The Surfside

4.5

8 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Great for outdoor dining

Chef David is a French master chef, trained in culinary techniques by the finest restaurateurs.

He believes in seasonal, fresh, farm-to-table food that has been sourced locally but with flavors from around the world.

Our menu changes with the seasons to ensure that you are getting everything at the peak of flavor.

Conveniently located next to the Surf Ballroom as well as across Clear Lake.

We offer a patio dining experience to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Phone number
(641) 357-0444
Website
https://www.surfsideclearlake.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
444 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428-1373
Neighborhood
Clear Lake
Parking details
None

What 8 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

8 Reviews

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Susan
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was big city great! There were three in our party and we each had different starters. Caesar salad, wedge salad and French onion soup which were all fabulous with such presentation! Our main entrees were also a work of art. I had sea bass in a chanterelle sauce, my husband had duck and our son had venison. The venison was medium well and was ordered medium rare but that could have been a misunderstanding. It was delicious anyway. The chef walked around to all tables checking on our food. We had dessert of molten lava cake with ice cream and a crème brûlée. All were wonderful. We had not been here before but will definitely return.
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Jennifer
Minneapolis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful gem to find and great place to dine before going to a concert
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Brian
Des Moines
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Classical preparations from seasoned chefs. They bring a European flare to high quality ingredients. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The wine list has both old world and domestics options that pair well with the cuisine. Make sure to ask about the specials.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
My husband had fish and risotto and thought it was very good. I had the beef ravioli and it was very good
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LisaS
Minneapolis
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have always loved Surfside but the chef's this year for season 2024 are amazing. A changing menu with wonderful specials and a great wine selection. Upscale Lake Dining.
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OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice menu selections, lovely service, food was well prepared, love that the Surfside is open in Clear Lake.
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SteveS
Palm Springs
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I would like to know the kind of bread that was served with the marinated olives?
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BradS
Des Moines
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was decent, expensive for amount served. Service was good, will go back again.
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The Surfside is rated 4.5 stars by 8 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

444 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428-1373

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Clear Lake
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.surfsideclearlake.com/
Phone number
(641) 357-0444

The Surfside

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What 8 people are saying

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