We came back to experience the roof top and it did not disappoint! 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. read more

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Captain's Getaway is a blast. Went there on a Saturday night with some friends and was surprised by how 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. read more

Great bar for a late night vibe. Friendly staff. Snapped my ankle in half on their curb and an ambulance arrived immediately. Probably should of cut me off sooner but I've been told I handle myself pretty well on the booze. Either way, from what I remember, it was a great place. Pic of the break below. read more

Came here on a quiet night and it didn't disappoint. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly and helpful. I took both his recommendations of wings and the double smash burger. The sweet chili wings were a perfect blend of sweet and spicy. The burger was just what I needed: a greasy double smashed flat patty burger with cheese, caramelized onions and the house sauce. When you can't set your burger down prior to finishing, I'd say that's a great thing. read more

We went in after axe throwing. They had a band playing. Thursday night and a live band. server was good, pleasant and attentive. We had a good time. Danced to a few songs. drank a couple drinks. read more

My go-to spot! Always a great crowd and great service! Awesome bands, rooftop bar cannot be beat. Don't forget Captains food, the lunch on the rooftop is great. Awesome bands in Shortys music venue. It's THE place to be for a good time in OKOBOJI! read more

Went to Captain's this weekend for my bachelorette party. We were having fun and all. Good music playing. We were going to go to the rooftop. But they were full. Which was fine. So we hung out on the second floor. There was a table of men below us and they threw the coasters up at us. So we threw back at them. Because we didn't need it. So the bouncer tells us we have to leave. And we were simply telling him what had happened. They kicked us out. But not the guys who threw the coasters at us. Absolutely ridiculous. 0/10 would recommend this place. read more

The worst dining experience, ever. We needed up leaving (after an hour of waiting) with nothing but nachos served. They were bringing food in to go boxes, after the manager asked us to please stay because the food was "ready now". Three of the meals were missing the chicken. The waitress tried to convince me the sandwich bun with nothing but the pulled bacon on it was chicken...I kid you not. Maybe it's a place to drink under age and get knocked over by a bar fight (based on other reviews), but it is not a place to eat. We ended up driving through Arby's. read more

The menu features shrimp prepared in a variety of ways; I ordered the ribeye steak. Helen ordered a shrimp dinner. Helen's vegetables (side) was over cooked, yet tasty. My steak was also over cooked (I ordered it medium, it was served medium-well; also tasty. The ribeye was amazingly tender. Service and atmosphere were excellent. Bar stock is limited, their only scotch offerings were Johnny Walker Red and Dewars, I opted for a Tanqueray and soda. read more

Weird set up...first bar when you walk in serves food, the bigger main bar has a stage for live music then a separate rooftop bar that has a very limited appetitizer menu. Well we didn't know that coming in thinking need could get a bite to eat while waiting for live music to start. We went to check out the rooftop part, got a drink, asked for the menu and was extremely disappointed. Drinks were ok. Our waitress was super nice and told us that their menu is completely different from downstairs. We proceeded to the main floor where the stage is waiting for a wait staff to stop by, no one showed up so my husband came and talked to one and she pointed us the smaller bar on the other side that serves food. Fine! The great news is the food was great. We ordered some chicken wings and coconut shrimps. Some of the best coconut shrimps I've had, so plump and flavorful. The chicken wings were average but hit the spot. We then had to close the tab on this part of the bar in order to get back to the other side. The comical part was different music was blasting on all parts of the bar, it's good music selection but it was a pretty bad mashup when you're in between places. At the end of our meal, we did enjoyed the live music very much so I guess all the confusion was worth it. Pretty fun atmosphere in the main lounge. We will come back for the bar food and live music here. Rooftop was ok imo since it's not the best view of the lakes. So the 4 stars are for the food and live music. read more

Usually we have a great time at this bar with live music and great drinks. However tonight, we tried to go to Parker McCollum's concert which was sold out. The staff was very respectful about this. However on the other side of the bar, we had to bring our food to our table since our waitress was too busy listening to the "free opener" music on the side of the bar that had the radio playing over the live music. read more

My friends and I were served rum and cokes and they were the worst I've ever tasted. Other friends had whiskey cokes and said they were horrible as well. The bartenders are drunker than most of the patrons. Would not recommend to someone looking for a good time in okoboji. read more

My wife and I were here during September 2019 and she was drugged here by a bartender or possibly their friend/patron. I recommend strong discretion here and also recommend the police to check into this place. Mixed drinks can be dangerous here apparently. She had two mixed drinks and was so drugged that she fell and split her chin and had to be taken to the emergency room. This is a warning post so that women who go to this bar know to watch out for their drinks. read more

Finally a place that serves a good drink! The roof top had a KILLER view of the lake during sunset. If you're in Okoboji this is a MUST stop. read more

Such bull. Absolutely awful service. We had 17+ people ready to pay for drinks for hours and they were absolutely awful!!!!!

Captains has a wonderful rooftop bar. When I was there the bar downstairs area was in construction so it was incomplete. The price of drinks was appropriate. They have live music in the main area frequently. It attracts the younger crowd so be prepared for a louder experience. But all and all I would go back. I hope they finish the renovations and I would love to give them an extra star! read more

Great staff, great music and great cocktails! The perfect recipe for the perfect Boji Night!

This is a great nightclub but just ate here for the first time. Probably the best food I have had in Okoboji! Definitely worth coming early before the live band starts. read more

Just were trying to get some drinks and everyone got asked to show their ids multiple times. Which normally isn't a problem but when commented on by someone in the group saying "oh the guy over there already carded me" (while showing his ID) the manager flipped a lid out of nowhere and made a massive scene that didn't even need to happen in the first place. We then went downstairs to find out someone else we know got carded 2 times and then when handed their shot they asked to see their ID again even though they saw it 2 times prior to making the drink. Obvious the person was caught off guard and before even having the chance to pull out their ID the bartender grabbed the shot and threw it away saying he "wasn't going to deal with this". After we all came together to finish what drinks some people were able to get, (even though we are all 22-23) we were then all carded again. Everyone is completely okay with being carded but 3-4 times??? If it is a problem wouldn't it be easier to just card people at the door before they can even come in? Really disappointed in the staffs attitude especially with the manager considering that person should be the most level-headed. read more

Most secret place to go have amazing food!! All the employees are super personable and always in a great mood!! Always has the best bands and Dj's!! read more

Great local bar. Excellent staff! Good drink pour.

Absolutely love this place-have been going for years. Tonight music was so loud we had to leave--it was painful. What is the deal?

We waited an hour and a half for our food. About 40 minutes into our wait our server told us it would be a minute because they were busy cooking dinner for the local band playing in the adjoining room. We actually didn't have a huge issue with that because we were looking forward to having a nice dinner. So twenty minutes later we told our server she could just bring stuff out as it was ready, she didn't have to try and arrange it all at once. My wife received her surf and turf minus the surf. When she asked the server about the lobster tail, she was told she didn't know she ordered that. Only problem was the cup of butter on the plate. My grilled shrimp were cold, our friends steamed shrimp were cold, and when I returned my meal they still charged us for it. Worst restaurant ever. Also, it claims to be lakeside. Check the map, its 2 blocks away. read more

This is the Cheers of Okoboji! If your a local, everyone knows your name. Awesome staff and its much more than a bar, the Steaks and Lobster is on Point! read more