Nestled in Le Mars, Iowa, Bob’s Drive Inn stands as a beloved community landmark and a quintessential roadside stop for travelers and locals alike. Known far and wide for its retro charm, friendly service, and comforting classic American diner fare, this establishment delivers a nostalgic experience that captures the heart of small-town hospitality.
Dine-in, outdoor seating, drive-through, takeout, and onsite services
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating
Atmosphere & Seating
Casual, cozy, historic, and trendy vibe with indoor booths, counter seating, and an outdoor deck and patio
Parking & Pets
Free parking lot with plenty of space in the back; dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating areas
Payment Methods
Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Crispy Sides: Reviewers frequently praise the onion rings and french fries for being cooked to perfection—exceptionally crispy, hot, and never floppy.
Iconic Specialties: The signature tavern sandwiches, hot dogs (including the popular Bob Dog and Step Dog), and creamy root beer floats or malts remain crowd favorites.
Charming Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy their meals on the side deck or patio area, which offers a relaxing atmosphere and occasional views of local car shows.
Warm Hospitality: The staff is consistently described as exceptionally friendly, upbeat, and efficient, ensuring minimal wait times even during busy lunch rushes.
Menu Offerings
Sandwiches
Item Name
Description
Hotdog
Classic American hot dog
Step Dog
Chips, jalapeños, and pepper jack cheese
Double Dog
Double portion of hot dogs
Chili Cheese Dog
Topped with chili and melted cheese
Tavern
Loose meat sandwich
Crispy or Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Choice of crispy or grilled chicken
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Spicy buffalo style chicken sandwich
Chicken Slider
Bite-sized chicken slider
Pork Tenderloin
Classic tenderloin sandwich
Fish Sandwich
Cod fish sandwich
Cold Cheese Sandwich
Traditional cold cheese sandwich
Shrimp (6)
Six pieces of shrimp
Chicken Strips (3)
Three pieces of chicken strips
Chicken Nuggets (10)
Ten pieces of chicken nuggets
Mini Corn Dog (8)
Eight pieces of mini corn dogs
Nachos
Beef, cheese, and jalapeños
Salads
Item Name
Description
House Salad
Onions, tomatoes, carrots, cheese, dressing, and cracker/croutons
Side (Caesar Salad)
Side portion Caesar salad
Side (House Salad)
Side portion house salad
Grilled Chicken
Salad topped with grilled chicken
Crispy Chicken
Salad topped with crispy chicken
Tavern (Meat Salad)
Salad featuring tavern meat
Taco
Taco-style salad
Chicken Caesar
Caesar salad with chicken
Southwestern Chicken
Roasted corn, black beans, and tortilla chips
Sides
Item Name
Description
Fries
Classic golden fries
Cheese Fries
Fries topped with cheese
Chili Cheese Fries
Fries topped with chili and cheese
Family Fries
Large family-sized portion of fries
Onion Rings
Crispy golden onion rings
Family Onion Rings
Large family-sized portion of onion rings
Cheese Balls
Crispy fried cheese balls
Family Cheese Balls
Large family-sized portion of cheese balls
Pound Of Tavern Meat
One pound of loose tavern meat
Chips
Regular, baked, or kettle chips
Southwest Protein Bowl
8 oz tavern meat, roasted corn, black beans, shredded cheese, and lettuce
Taco In A Bag
Cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream
5lb. Pack of Wieners
42 wieners
Dozen Buns
Fresh bakery buns
Extra Ranch
Additional dipping sauce
Beverages
Item Name
Description
Soda
Crush Orange, Mist Twist, Dr. Pepper, Mt. Dew, Bob’s Rootbeer, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi, Lemonade, Diet Dr. Pepper
Slush
Strawberry Kiwi or Cherry (Limit one refill only)
Beer
Ask for available beers
Coffee
Freshly brewed coffee
Milk
Available in small or large sizes
Juice Box
Fruit juice box
Bottled Water
Refreshing bottled water
SoBe Water
Flavored SoBe water
Vita Ice
Flavored sparkling water
Gatorade (Cool Blue)
Sports drink
Tea
Unsweetened or raspberry
Bottle Chocolate Milk
Bottled chocolate milk
Tomato Juice
Chilled tomato juice
Ice Cream & Novelties
Item Name
Description
Malts/Shakes
Small or large sizes in various flavors
Coffee Malts
Whipped cream, caramel, or chocolate
Sundaes
Small or large sizes with choice of toppings
Ice Cream
Available by the pint or quart
Cones/Dishes
Chocolate, vanilla, and twist with optional Flavorburst cone
Flurries
Oreo, Butterfinger, Reese’s Pieces, M&M, Cookie Dough, or Heath Bar
