Opening Reception: Friday, September 6 • 6-8 p.m.
On Display: Friday, September 6 –Saturday, September 28
Special pre-tour exhibition of the latest artworks created by the tour artists at ArtHaus in downtown Decorah. A unique opportunity to preview the artists’ work in-person to help plan your tour route.
ArtHaus
107 West Broadway, Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-5440
www.arthausdecorah.org
info@arthausdecorah.org
We are the coffee shop for commuters, travelers & adventure seekers. We’re family-owned, serving high-quality products that fuel your energy and your soul as you continue on to your next adventure. Drive-thru or walk up & let your adventure begin!
M-F 6:30a-3:30p, Sat 6:30a-2:30p.
909 South Mill St., Decorah
920-559-7097
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millstreetmocha.com
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11 rental units offer guests a respite from the hustle and bustle by offering a private garden retreat nestled in amongst the bluffs of Decorah Iowa.
Our weekday rentals are ideal for not only vacationers, but also business professionals who need a place to unwind after a hard day’s work. If your business is getting multiple hotel rooms, our Maple series cabins will save money compared getting two rooms.
For weekenders, Decorah offers the best of what Iowa has to offer. Our smallest cabins are ideal for couples and small families, comfortably fitting 1 to 4 people, while our medium size units are great for families and small groups of 4 to 7 travelers. We currently have one unit with 4 bedrooms ideal for up to 11 people. Our weekends are full weekend only.
All of our units have at minimum a kitchenette with larger units having a full kitchen.
1020 Park St, Decorah
563-880-0445
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bluffsidedecorah.com
Opening Reception: Friday, September 1 • 7–9 p.m.
On Display: Friday, September 1 – Sunday, October 1
Special pre-tour exhibition of the latest artworks created by the tour artists at ArtHaus in downtown Decorah. A unique opportunity to preview the artists’ work in-person to help plan your tour route.
ArtHaus
107 West Broadway, Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-5440
www.arthausdecorah.org
info@arthausdecorah.org
Bowling, arcade, bar and grille event space. Hyper bowling, bottoms up beer system, lunch specials. Birthday packages.
400 Heivly Street, Decorah, IA 52101
563-277-1555
kpec.us
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Decorah’s newest VRBO downtown apartment. Sleeps six. 1100 square feet. Beautifully renovated. Spa services available for booking. Where comforts of today meet classic beauty from the past.
115 Winnebago Street, Decorah 52101
563-382-6139
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Seed Savers Exchange
Hosting #15 – Jeanine Scheffert
Art, historic barn, gardens, trails, trout stream, and visitor center.
3074 North Winn Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-5990
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seedsavers.org
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Opening Reception: Friday, September 2 • 7–9 p.m.
On Display: Friday, September 2 –Saturday, October 1
Special pre-tour exhibition of the latest artworks created by the tour artists at ArtHaus in downtown Decorah. A unique opportunity to preview the artists’ work in-person to help plan your tour route.
ArtHaus
107 West Broadway, Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-5440
www.arthausdecorah.org
info@arthausdecorah.org
Pie shoppe baked goods, breakfast, lunch, gifts, and art. Local and organic ingredients.
Sun 8:30a-5p, Mon-Tues 11a-2p, Wed closed, Thurs 7:30a-6p, Fri 7:30a-8p, Sat 8:30a-2p.
213 West Water St., Decorah • 563-277-1479 • kozipieshoppe.com
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The Landing Market, open daily, is a modern food hall home to local vendors with indoor and patio seating. Offering food, coffee, smoothies, sweets, wine, cocktails, craft beer and much more.
211 College Drive, Decorah • 563-277-1893 • thelandingmarket.com
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Impact Coffee features fresh coffee all roasted in house, a drink menu to please every palette and a full cocktail bar! Order ahead with the Impact Coffee App. Open 7 days a week!
101 W Water St. Decorah • impactcoffee.com • Instagram @ImpactCoffee
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For the best view of Water Street in downtown Decorah, make it a night out at Hotel Winneshiek Bar. Wed-Sat 5p-close. Serving craft beer, cocktails, and appetizers.
104 East Water Street, Decorah • 563-382-4164 • hotelwinn.com
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SPECIAL EVENT
The Preview: Artists of the 21st Northeast Iowa Studio Tour 2018
On Display:
Thursday, September 6 – Friday, October 5
Opening Reception:
Thursday, September 6 from 7-9pm
Art Haus
508 West Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563.382.5440
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www.arthausdecorah.org
Sponsored by:
ri’aH Salon & Spa
1003 Short Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-1400
www.facebook.com/pg/riahsalondecorah
Decorah’s newest hotel that is located among Decorah’s scenic bike trail and bluffs. Travel with confidence when staying with us. Hearty breakfast, indoor pool, and free high-speed wireless Internet available.
2041 State HWY 9
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-8800
www.marriott.com/lsefd
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Painting
Oil paintings featuring a new series, “Beyond Zen”.
Mystic Sundog
207 Washington Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(641) 260-0183
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www.mystic-sundog.com
facebook & instagram mystic sundog
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Jewelry
Hand-crafted one of a kind pieces made from found objects, mixed metals, and beautiful beads and stones from around the world.
Rare Bird Artful Adornments
113 Winnebago Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 419-8703
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Profile and Gallery
Woodcarving
Hand carved wood sprite bark sculptures and bud vases.
Jack.Lyn Artist
307 Oak St.
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 422-8715
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www.jackartist.info
instagram jack.lyn_woodcarver
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∆ Open other times by appointment
† Win Art
~ Sponsor – Patron of the Arts
Wood
Mid-century and shaker inspired furniture from Midwestern hardwoods.
707 E. Broadway St.
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 419-5634
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www.paulcuttingfurniture.com
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Painting/Prints
Acrylic and watercolor prints, including local landscapes. Unique selections, cards, and gifts.
Barefoot Studio Decorah
402 Twin View Dr.
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 419-1984
FB@barefootstudiodecorah
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∆ Open other times by appointment
† Win Art
Inspired by nature, the familiar beauty in the ordinary surroundings we normally take
for granted. That is how I describe my painting. These places, often local landscapes,
provoke emotion and stories from people about why they treasure these places and why
they love each piece. Painting is a challenge of studying composition, color and light and
how to portray them. I started in 2020 with the pandemic and an empty nest.
Initially, I used acrylics because I often remind myself, “You can always paint over it”
and I often do several times before I’m satisfied with the results. It gives me the
freedom to try something new. I have slowly experimented with watercolors, finding
them challenging in their own way, yet gratifying when I get those “happy accidents”
that watercolors can bring.
A designer by trade for over 30 years, I love to see the results of my work. This is what
brings me back to painting. A favorite trail, a friend’s suggestion, or just an image that
catches my eye will prompt the next piece. Friends often ask “How long does it take to
finish a painting?” That is a hard question as it can be a few hours but more likely a
few months from the beginning concept to a complete piece. I never know what I may
try next. That is the beauty of being an artist.
I am a member of Iowa Artists. I have done several commissioned works. Many of my
prints, cards etc can be seen at The Perfect Edge. We set up the gallery in our home
last summer and this will be my first year in the Northeast Iowa Studio Tour. I have
open gallery hours by appointment and various times throughout the year.
Weaving
Hand woven clothing and table linens.
108 Rural Avenue
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 964-2679
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∆ Open other times by appointment
~ Sponsor – Patron of the Arts
See video of Melissa creating
Leather
Handcrafted leather items featuring original designs.
Viking Leather
412 North Street
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 379-1001
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www.vikingleather.net
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Paintings – Oil & Watercolor
Hosting Cole (#8)
Paintings in oil and watercolor, also some mixed-media collages and always some surprises.
Gloe Studio
801 Ridge Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3537
See gallery below for full size image and recent artwork.
See video of Mary Ann creating.
I find that every few years I shift my artistic gears and head in an entirely new direction even though I largely consider myself a watercolor artist. Two years ago I was into cut-work watercolor. Before that I was obsessed with creating under-painting texture with Halloween cob-webbing, largely due to an experimental watercolor class I had taken through the Iowa Watercolor Society. Recently I REdiscovered oil painting but on a very large scale. In 2013, I painted 7 oil paintings, mostly abstracts, the largest one 4 feet by 6 feet, the smallest 2 feet by 4 feet. And in between I painted one as a triptych and another as diptych. I gave two works to my children and the other 5 sold almost before the oil paint was dry. Already in 2014 I have completed a large work that’s entitled “Inspired by Lichen” and I intend to keep it. NFS!
So does this mean I will continue as an abstract oil artist for the rest of my painting days? I doubt it. I never know when my muse will move me to shift gears again and lead me to who-knows-where!
I am a member of the Iowa Artists organization and the Iowa Watercolor Society and have won many awards in their annual art shows. I exhibit at Agora Arts, the Perfect Edge, and the Luther Book Store here in Decorah and the Bluff Country Artists Gallery in Spring Grove, MN. In addition to the Northeast Iowa Studio Tour, I have two shows in my home – the Summer Garden Art Show in July during Nordic Fest and the Winter Woods Art Show the first weekend in December.
Pottery
Exhibiting at Gloe Studio (#7)
Unique wheel-thrown stoneware bowls, vases, bottlenecks, mini-pots and lidded forms. Carved landscapes, fossils and stones used.
Cole Art Pottery
1005 West 1st Street
Sumner, IA 50674
(563) 578-3397
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Friend of the Arts
SPONSOR
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∆ open by appointment
Doug Cole received his art education at UNI and was a secondary art instructor for 33 years. In 2000 he retired and established Cole Art Pottery in Sumner, Iowa.
Cole specializes in one of a kind wheel-thrown electric fired, cone six functional and decorative pottery. Doug’s pottery philosophy centers on the durability and endless designing options that stoneware clay provides, along with the physical and tactile challenges of this medium. His “earthy” clay pieces emphasize rubbed iron-oxide surfaces with a variety of poured and dripped glaze patterns. Deep and shallow bowls, vases, bottlenecks and lidded forms make up the majority of Cole’s pottery productions.
A recent line of pottery involves the attachment of Devonian era marine fossils that are affixed to various pottery forms. These fossils are collected by the artist at the Rockford Iowa Fossil and Prairie Park.
Cole exhibits his pottery at a number of art festivals and galleries in the upper Midwest. He will be showing at Mary Ann Gloe’s gallery during the tour.
Clay
Functional wheel-thrown high fire white stoneware pottery.
Paul Corbin Pottery
2047 Grandview Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(319) 389-6043
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SPONSOR
Shop
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See video of Paul creating.
Metal Sculpture
Upcycling everyday metal objects into beautiful sculptural art for your garden and home.
Jenn Rose Etc.
709 Valley View Drive
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 380-2193
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∆ Open other times by appointment
Santas/Jewelry
Santas and Nordic Vikings with original hand-sculpted faces. Hammered jewelry. “Upcycled” mittens, felted scarves, and trees.
Uhl-Tide Creations
1968 Trout Run Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 419-8777
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Sponsor
Friend of the Arts
Win Art
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See video of Elea creating.
I have always found Christmas to be a time of wonder. During the Christmas holiday of 1994, it was even more so. That’s when the true enchantment of the season first entered my life as I began the journey in my art.
I remember settling in to make my normal handcrafted Christmas gifts for friends and family. My desire was to capture a little holiday enchantment by making Santas as gifts. Finding a pattern for a primitive Santa made from a paint stick, I added a hood, a bag and put together my first prototype. He was cute, but definitely needed improvement!
The problem was that Santa only had two dots for eyes and a wool beard at the tip of a paint stick. Not my vision!
Inspiration struck! I saw new, flesh-toned clay being used by another Christmas artist for her Santa faces. That was it!
Serendipity led me to the nearest craft store, where I found one box of the new clay. What luck! I purchased the clay and hurried home to my workshop. Working through the night, I crafted my first sculpted Santa face. When I glued the face to the paint stick, Santa came alive! People saw my Old World Santas and within a week I had 150 orders! So began Creations by Elea.
More than two decades later, my labor of love for Christmas, and seeing the joy it brings to others, still rewards me. I have also added Norwegian-inspired Nisses to my line of traditional Scandinavian Santas and the new Norwegian- Decorah Vikings.
I’ve also branched out into making beautiful felted textiles into clothing, mittens and scarves, as well as hand-hammered aluminum jewelry.
I invite you to discover my unique items and the care I put into all my handcrafted creations. The spirit of Christmas and old-world artisanship lives year-round at Creations by Elea!
Bookbinding/Mixed Media
Hand-bound Journals, sketchbooks, and book safes made from vintage and new material. Also painting and collage.
Red Tree Studio
1389 Coon Creek Rd
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-3070
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www.myredtreestudio.com
** handicap accessible with help
∆ open other times by appointment
Handbound books and book safes created using a mix of vintage and new material, along with alcohol ink painting, mono-prints and collage.
Woodworking
Custom designing and building cabinetry and furniture for homes, offices and churches since 1983.
Paul Bauhs Woodworking
2047 Ferris Mill Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4750
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https://www.paulbauhs.com
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See video of Paul creating.
Architectural Salvage
Vintage and architectural salvage transformed into unique and creative functional décor.
ReDoux 232
Box 153
3445 Bear Creek Road
Decorah, IA 52149
(near Highlandville)
(563) 581-1638
(563) 419-9158
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www.facebook.com/redoux232
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See video of Kristi and Terry creating.
Jewelry
Contemporary custom designs in silver and 14 kt. gold. “Nature Therapy”, engraved, and mother’s jewelry. Creator of EARLOOPS©, the comfortable non-pierced earring.
Ellickson Jewelry Collection Studio and Gallery
3175 Middle Sattre Road
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-2295
To learn more about ordering your custom jewelry and see more Ellickson creations
www.earloops.com
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Sponsor
Online shopping https://ellicksoncollection.square.site/
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∆ open other times by appointment.
# year-round showroom.
See video of Darla creating.
Creating contemporary award winning designs in silver and gold since 1979. Darla and Glen live northeast of Decorah on a wooded acreage. The Ellickson Jewelry Studio and Gallery markets their hand-fabricated, original sterling silver and 14 karat gold jewelry, with many styles featuring unique gemstones. The gallery also features blown and fused glass, pottery and much more, from other Artists and is open on an appointment, call-first basis. They traveled annually exhibiting at 12 to 16 Fine Art Fairs throughout the United States.
Darla and Glen started the Northeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour and continue to organize it today. Darla is the Director. She designs the jewelry, does the torchwork, stone-setting, one-of-a-kind pieces and hand-polishing. Glen handles production pieces, chemically treats and tumble finishes their jewelry. Her Earloops© – a no holes required, comfortable earrings alternative – is drawing attention nationwide. A specialty of Darla’s is designing with customers and fabricating their own specially designed custom gold and silver jewelry (including wedding rings, necklaces, etc.). Darla has received more than 65 awards for her designs over the years. Her large neckpieces were featured in 2001 photos in both the American Artist/November and The Craft Connection magazines. Other awards include “Best in Shows” and “Awards of Excellence” at various venues.
Woven rattan baskets.
Clay Basket
1546 Salem Lane Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4054
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www.lowepottery.com
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∆ open other times by appointment.
See video of Martha creating.
Clay
Wheel-thrown functional stoneware.
Clay Basket
1546 Salem Lane Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4054
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www.lowepottery.com
See gallery below for full size image and recent artwork.
∆ open other times by appointment.
See video of George creating.
Oil Paintings/Color Woodcut Prints
Full-time professional artist making woodcut prints, oils, and watercolors.
Homstad Studio & Gallery
3112 Springwater Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-8075
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www.carlart.com
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∆ open Other times by appointment.
See video of Carl creating.
Carl Homstad has been a professional artist for over 35 years. He has paintings in oil and watercolor as well as woodcut prints. His works are done in a realistic style. In addition to his studio, the large gallery is open and contains many works that can only be seen there. He is also know for his many murals through out the midwest. You can see more about him at his website www.carlart.com
Painting/Printmaking/Paper Jewelry
Exhibiting at Seed Savers Exchange
Oil paintings, hand-colored linoprints, printmaking, and paper earrings.
3074 North Winn Road 
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 277-4187
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See gallery below for full size image and recent artwork.
See video of Jeanine creating.
Blown Glass
Fun and functional blown glass.
DL Fenn
3435 223rd Avenue
Decorah, IA 52101
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www.dlfenn.com
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See video of Deborah and Dan creating.
Jewelry
Every piece of jewelry tells a story. I hope my unique creations will help you tell yours.
2024.10.8 update: TOUR LOCATIONS – Closed, not open during Tour, due to health issues: #27. Patti Brice/Jewelry and #28. Brian Malaise/Stained Glass. Patti recently had brain surgery. We wish Patti a speedy recovery.
Red Horse Ranch Jewelry
1186 St. Hwy 9
Decorah, IA 52101
(515) 835-2184
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See video of Patti creating.
Stained Glass
Colors of stained glass dance when hit by the sun. Come and see the pretty sun catchers.
2024.10.8 update: TOUR LOCATIONS – Closed, not open during Tour, due to health issues: #27. Patti Brice/Jewelry and #28. Brian Malaise/Stained Glass. Patti recently had brain surgery. We wish Patti a speedy recovery.
Driftless Stained Glass
1186 State Highway 9
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 835-0606
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** handicap accessible with help
† win art
Precious Metals/Gemstones/Pearls
Classic but far from ordinary jewelry in precious metals, unique stones, and unusual pearls.
Gold Spells
1720 Washington Prairie Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 380-6004
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Natural gold nuggets and rare gemstones crafted into fine 18k gold jewelry.
Taiya River Jewelry
1720 Washington Prairie Road
Decorah, IA 52101
(563) 382-4199
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www.taiyariverjewelry.com
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Winery/vineyard north of Decorah. Indoor & patio space to enjoy handcrafted wines, wine slushes. Appetizers, sandwich plates, flatbread pizzas, soups, salads, desserts. Wine Pairing Events Thurs-Sun: 8 wine samples+4 food pairings.
Open everyday 11a-5p.
Winneshiek Wildberry Winery
1966 337th Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563/735-5809
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www.wwwinery.com
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Home of the butter burger and frozen custard. Everything made to order. Great food served fast. Locally owned. Casual dining, buses welcome. 10:30am-10pm.
904 Short Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-5120
www.culvers.com
Fresh homemade Mexican food. “Best margaritas in town.” Daily lunch and dinner specials. Fast and great service. Outdoor patio.
Sun 11a–9p, Tues–Thurs 11a–9p, Fri–Sat 11a–9:30p.
201 East Water St., Decorah
563-382-6052
decorahdining.com/donjose/index.htm
Casual family dining, breakfast all day.
Mon-Sat 6a–8p. Sun 6a-2p
817 Mechanic Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-2964
www.familytabledecorah.com
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Fair trade & organic coffee and espresso drinks. Homemade food all day: fresh baked goods, soups, sandwiches, entrees, smoothies. New menu items! Open Mon-Sat 6:30a-2p.
400 West Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-5690
www.javajohnscoffeehouse.com
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Local seasonal menu. Creative Midwest fare. Homemade desserts. Best cocktails, wines and beers. Small setting. Warm ambiance. Mon-Sat lunch 11am-2pm, dinner 5-9pm, bar ‘til close.
120 Washington Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-3067
www.laranabistro.com
Legendary pizza, full menu. Beer and wine. Seven days a week 11a–10p. Dine in, take out, delivery. Order a ½ baked pizza today.
Order online mabespizza.com
110 East Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-4297
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Scratch kitchen expertly preparing your favorite breakfast, lunch, & bakery; dine in or carry out. Featuring Colectivo Coffee award winning coffee & espresso, the perfect lattes, Americanos, & more.
202 West Water St., Decorah
563-387-0593
mymagpiecoffee.com
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Featuring organic and local products – including Deli, produce, bulk foods, grocery, body care, supplements, cheese, wine, beer. Seven days a week 9a – 8p.
312 West Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-4666
www.oneotacoop.com
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Buffet everyday 11a–1p, 5p–8p, weekend 11a–8p. Includes Pizza, chicken, salad bar, ice cream, and more. Order online for pickups and delivery @pizzaranch.com
212 College Drive, Decorah
563-382-8744
decorah@pizzaranch.com
pizzaranch.com
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Seasonal local menu in a relaxed atmosphere. Extensive wine list, craft beer, creative cocktails. Reservations recommended and appreciated. Sun 9a-1p, Dinner Wed-Sat 5p-close.
117 West Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-9463
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www.rubaiyatrestaurant.com
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Favorite local hangout! Burgers, wraps, salads, appetizers, best wings around. Coldest beer in town. 22 taps—lots of local options. Serving daily 11a–10p.
206 West Water Street
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-5970
tbocks@mchsi.com
www.tbocks.com
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Enjoy luxurious accommodations in a Victorian home in historic downtown Decorah. Five guest rooms with spa bathrooms including one lavish suite. Organic, local breakfast daily. Free wifi and cable TV.
305 West Broadway
Decorah, IA 52101
563-382-1420
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www.bandbonbroadway.com
Enjoy a cozy log cabin with heat, air and much more for your perfect weekend get-away! Minutes from Decorah.
1824 Canoe Ridge Road
Decorah, IA 52101
563-380-2285
563-380-0136
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www.whisperingpinesdecorah.com
