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Decorah, IA

If you love to shop, you will be right at home here. From eclectic art shops to fine apparel stores, a wide variety of shopping opportunities are available. Discover hidden antique nooks around the country or shop the downtown district of Decorah. Whether hunting for novelty Scandinavian specialties, looking for that perfect gift, needing a basic sweatshirt, or just plain browsing, you will be impressed with the array of unique shops in the Decorah area. The Decorah area offers a variety of specialty stores with customized gifts, books, art, jewelry, plants, clothing, and collectibles imported from all over the world. There are also numerous privately owned stores that sell clothing, appliances, gifts, home products, electronics, and anything else you might need. Of course, an array of chain stores offer a variety of goods for your everyday needs.

Decorah also provides a plethora of dining options, from fine dining to more casual fare, including coffee shops, fast-food restaurants, and family dining. These include:
• Albert’s — Located in the historic Hotel Winneshiek at 104 Water Street, Albert’s offers a wide selection of domestic and imported beer, wine, cocktails, and after-dinner drinks. Patrons can enjoy a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks, or the lounge’s famous barbecue ribs. Call 563-382-4164 for more information.
• Americana Grill — A nostalgic casual-dining restaurant and bar, the Americana Grill, located at 308 College Drive, features steaks, seafood, pastas, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers. Call 563-382-3662 for more information.
• Back Home Bakery and Coffee Shop — Located at 202 West Water Street, the Back Home Bakery and Coffee Shop offers freshly baked goods including rolls, cookies, cakes, pies, breads, bagels, and buns. Made-to-order cakes are also available for any occasion. Call 563-382-8696 for more information.
• Bookends & Beans, LLC — A general bookstore and a specialty coffee house, Bookends & Beans is located at 309 East Water Street. Baked goods are also available. Call 563-382-0100 for more information.
• Burl’s Inc. — This country dining restaurant is located at 1101 1⁄2 Montgomery Street and features tasty breakfast and lunch items, daily specials, soups, and homemade pies and desserts. Call 563-387-0167 for more information.
• Cho Sun Chinese Restaurant — Located at 802 Commerce Drive, Cho Sun offers Chinese cuisine in an elegant and relaxing atmosphere. A buffet, sushi bar, and full menu options are offered every day and evening. Banquet and party rooms are available. Call 563-382-8309 for more information.
• Culver’s of Decorah — Located at 904 Short Street, Culvers is known for their frozen custard and famous ButterBurgers.
• Dairy Queen — The Dairy Queen, located on Short Street, is the place for a great-tasting lunch or dinner and cool treats. Call 563-382-8158 for more information.
• Dayton House Café — Lunch at the Dayton House, located at 516 West Water Street, features Norwegian-style food, including lefse and varmepolse along with rommegrot and rosettes. Dinner offers Lapskaus En Croute (Norwegian Stew), capon, duck, scallops, and other elegant, but casual, fine dining. Outdoor seating is available, weather permitting. Call 563-382-9683 for more information.
• Family Table Restaurant — Family owned for more than 10 years, the Family Table, located at 817 Mechanic Street, features a family atmosphere with homemade pies, soup, salads, fish, shrimp, roasted chicken, and breakfast served all day. Call 563-382-2964 for more information.
• Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream Parlor — Happy Joe’s, located at 105 East Water Street, serves pizza, sandwiches, pasta, and ice cream in a family atmosphere. Call 563-382-2118 for more information.
• Hart’s Tea & Tarts — This English-style tearoom, located at 113 West Water Street, serves lunch and homemade pastries. A formal afternoon tea is available by reservation. Call 563-382-3795 for more information.
• La Rana — Located at 120 Washington, La Rana features an a la carte Mediterranean-style menu with fresh and local ingredients presented in a small, intimate setting. The menu includes a broad selection of wines, beers, and fine liquors. Call 563-382-3067 for more information.
• Mabe’s Pizza — Mabe’s Pizza at 110 East Water Street features a full menu, including pizza, salads, pasta, sandwiches, and Mexican specialties. Party rooms are available. Call 563-382-4297 for more information.
• Magpie Coffeehouse — Located at 118 Winnebago, Magpie Coffeehouse provides a unique atmosphere where patrons can enjoy deli sandwiches and specialty coffee drinks while accessing wireless Internet. Call 563-387-0593 for more information.
• McDonald’s — The name says it all. Located at 915 Short Street, the menu features the Big Mac® as well as a variety of New Tastes Menu items. Call 563-382-9406 for more information.
• Nob Hill Supper Club — Nob Hill, located at 2955 US Hwy. 52, serves great seafood and steaks, with meat ordered fresh and hand cut daily. Event catering is available. Call 563-382-3958 for more information.
• Old World Inn — Located at 331 South Main in Spillville, this newly restored historic building offers two dining opportunities: Anton’s Fine Dining Steakhouse on the main level and Roma’s Bootlegger Rub in the basement limestone tunnels. Call 563-562-3767 for more information.
• Oneota Community Co-op — Located at 415 West Water Street, this full-service grocery store features local, regional, and organic foods. A deli serves high-quality and wholesome soups, sandwiches, and lunch specials. Call 563-382-4666 for more information.
• Pizza Ranch — The Pizza Ranch, located at 212 College Drive, offers good things every day, including a pizza buffet, chicken, salads, pasta, cactus bread, and other specialties. A party room is also available. Call 563-382-8744 for more information.
• Quillin’s — This full-service supermarket, located at 915 Short Street, offers fresh-cut meats, Norwegian specialties, a deli and bakery, and fresh produce. Catering is available for all event sizes. Call 563-382-8791 for more information.
• Sabor Latino #2 — This full-line Mexican restaurant is located at 421 West Water Street. A banquet room is available. Call 563-382-3485 for more information.
• Stone Hearth Inn — The Stone Hearth Inn offers casual and formal dining, serving fine foods and spirits. Located at 811 Commerce Drive, it features one of northeast Iowa’s most unique sandwich menus. Call 563-382-4614 for more information.
• Subway Restaurant — Located at 313 College Street, sub sandwiches and salads are made fast and fresh. Catering and party subs are available. Call 563-382-9819 for more information.
• T-Bocks Sports Bar & Grill — T-Bocks is a local burger and sandwich sports bar that features daily specials and large-group seating. Located at 206 West Water Street, lunch specials are made from scratch daily. Call 563-382-5970 for more information.
• The Train Station — Casual and hearty fare is featured in a family atmosphere at the Train Station. Located at 202 North Maryville in Calmar, the menu features the famous “flash burgers,” and noon and evening specials are available daily. Catering services are also offered. Call 563-562-3082 for more information.