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Fort Dodge is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Iowa, United States, along the Des Moines River. The population was 25,206 in the 2010 census, an increase from 25,136 in the 2000 census. Fort Dodge is a major commercial center for North Central and Northwest Iowa. It is located on U.S. Routes 20 and 169.
Restaurants in Fort Dodge
1. Community Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
OPEN AUGUST 1st. Community Orchard is a 50 acre apple orchard located in North Central Iowa. Home decor, fall decor, bakery and the Apple Orchard Cafe round out this venue. Open August 1st til December 23rd. Come see us!! The Back 40 Playground is brand new this fall. It is a 4 acre playground for kids and adults. It features a large jumping pillow, farm tile slide, farm tile rollers, goats, llamas and two pot bellied pigs.... Try the pedal karts, play in the corn box and participate in the duck races. Dress a scarecrow and take a picture. Playground hours are daily from 10-6...come out and enjoy a fantastic fall day with great food finds. New Corn Maze every year. Try our new Caramel Apple Flat pie, eat a walking taco in the Back 40 eatery and sit back and enjoy yourself.
Reviewed By Justin G - Fort Dodge, Iowa
Love heading out to the Orchard during fall and spring!!! They have amazing treats and lunches. The amount of produce and locally made food is awesome. Carmel apples and the ice cream at the deli are favs!! Apple Cider is a must!Thank you for the review. We are looking forward to another great season and having all your favs for you. See you starting August 1st.
2. The Fort Museum & Frontier Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Cheryl T - Fort Dodge
Come and enjoy this complete historical place with many tour guides who will teach you so much about our Iowan heritage. I take my third grade class here every year for a field trip and it does not disappoint. Their gift shop has some very unique and collectible items that are one of a kind. This is a great place to spend an afternoon.
3. Soldier Creek Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Our Tasting Room is open every weekend (except certain holidays). Visit us: Friday 4-8 Saturday 1-6 Sunday 1-5 Enjoy our Vineyard Vibrations Live Music Series every Friday of the year from 6-8 as well as select Sundays from 3-5, free. You can taste any or all of our wines, complimentary. During your tasting, if you have questions, just ask. Our hosts can tell you about our grape selection, production methods, and what makes each wine special.
Reviewed By RVIDI - Ames, Iowa
Four of us were hitting wineries and breweries over the weekend. Our travels took us to Soldier Creek Winery. A nice facility. Quite large. It would be a great place to rent out for a wedding reception, anniversary party or, really, for any reason! They...MoreThanks for your review. We do love to host celebrations and community events of all kinds! In addition to our live music on Sundays in the summertime, we also have Friday night music year-round. Come visit us again soon!
4. Studio Fusion
Overall Ratings
5 based on 12 reviews
DIY Art Studio specializing in fused glass. Also offering pottery and canvas painting. No studio fee. Cost based on piece selected. Cost includes materials, studio time, instruction, clean-up and kiln firing if required.
Reviewed By cchill - King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
StudioFusion has a really great space in 'downtown' Fort Dodge, behind the Dariette. We went in on a rainy Friday morning and found several great projects to entertain a 7 and 5 year old. We chose to paint canvases and glue glass beads to them....MoreThank you so much for your review!! You and your girls were wonderful to have in, always fun to see the creativity in children❤️! Glad you enjoyed yourselves! Look forward to seeing you next time! Heather Studio Fusion Creating Fun Everyday!
5. Blanden Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By htsteacher - Cedar Falls
Very nice art museum in the middle of the historic Oak Hill section of Fort Dodge. Quiet, well-displayed works of art by very famous artists! I don't know much about art but I was impressed with the descriptions posted by the art works. There are children and adult art classes also. A children's art class was going on while we were there, but they were not loud or disruptive to the quietness of the museum. Nice little gift shop, also. Pam, who works there, was particularly helpful.
6. Shiny Top Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Darlene78 - Fort Dodge, Iowa
I have stopped here a couple times after work with my husband and had some very good craft brews. Enjoyed a flight of 3 and thought all were very good. If you want to eat, you can carry in or have delivered to the brewery....MoreThank you for the kind review, Darlene!
7. Fort Frenzy
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By LCHS1972 - Iowa
Visited this attraction today with my daughter and her 2 children. This Grammy had a great time with my 8 year old grandson and 5 year old granddaughter!! I was pleasantly surprised at all the activities available to the 4 of us!
8. The Iowa Outdoor Store
The Iowa Outdoors Hardware & Rental Store is a locally owned and operated business that takes great pride in the hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation lifestyle. From the owners to the sales staff, we are just like you. We grew up hunting, fishing, and trapping the lands of Iowa. Newly added is the Hardware Hank store!
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