Dam Fish Shack

We were staying in Niobrara state park and wanted to check out the surrounding areas (as well as other state parks or WMAs). Well one thing led to another and we were close by, checked the reviews, and though, eh, why not, let’s stop and try it. Well, I’m glad we did. It was the last day of the open season for them and we had the place to ourselves. Ordered tons of great food, the place is awesome and not a cookie cutter franchise style restaurant, and the staff were awesome! What we know for sure is that next time we’re back this direction for any camping or outdoor excursions, we will absolutely be stopping here and next time we’re getting ice cream too!

This is a very nice place to go on nice days. They do have indoor seating, but most outside. We had the kids burger and the walleye baskets. The fries and fish were great! They were not saturated in oil at all. Very crisp and tasty. Tasted like it was fresh oil or they keep the oil clean! Very important! Otherwise, it effects the taste. It's a unique atmosphere with corn hole games and many different types of tables to sit at some with umbrellas. There is a "canoe" bar (upside down canoe) there for adult beverages. They also have an ice cream place there. It is seasonal and definitely worth checking out! Parking could be a little tight if it's really busy.

This was a really fun setting with some unique food items. It's located close to Gavin's Point Dam so a little off the beaten path unless you know it's there. It offers walk-up ordering, plenty of places to sit to include a small inside air-conditioned dining area, and some outdoor games such as cornhole. Staff was very friendly, brought the family and everyone had a good time. Really glad we stopped!

Perch, cod, walleye and catfish are all options. Plus Buffalo and Elk burgers and much more. If you order the entree/main item as a basket it comes with Texas Toast, cole slaw and french fries AND a drink. The meal was filling and delicious. Both times Ive eaten there I couldn't finish my fries because I was so full. This place has a variety of options for dipping your fish in and all are nicely chilled in a cooler until you pour a portion into a small container to take back to your table. There is limited indoor seating and lots of outdoor seating. The configuration of the place is unique with mostly outdoor seating (and an umbrella at many tables) and very cool in my opinion. Im told the place was created to be pet friendly and family friendly. I think they succeeded! I'd highly recomm

A friend and I went here for lunch while we were camping nearby. It was fun and the food was great. We both had the walleye basket. It came with coleslaw, Texas toast, and some of the best french fries I’ve ever eaten. The walleye was perfectly fried. They play old rock music and it’s fun to sit outside on their patio, eating their delicious food, and enjoying the day. There’s also an ice cream shop, but we didn’t get ice cream because the lunch portions were very generous.