So good we went back the next day! Recently returned from my girls trip and just had to rave about…read morethe amazing food we had cooked up for us at Magpie Cafe/Coffeehouse! The ordering at the front makes things super quick and seamless, once food is brought to the tables they are self service for everything else mostly! The whole ambiance from Saturdays hustle and bustle packed table to table then on Sunday a calm, quiet, vibe filled morning - both times food was amazing! You HAVE to try the apple danish, my ladies said their coffees were some of the best they had in the area as the beans were high quality, and otherwise I don't think you could go wrong with any of the breakfast options but my favorites were the biscuits and gravy, their plate sized pancake (added berries!), and a breakfast burrito with Green Chile sauce. This cafe is not only gorgeously decorated, but with the food being a hit - it's a must go if in the Decorah area.

Employees seem to change seasonally which means it's hard to retain folks which is a red flag…read more The restaurant hasn't seen many improvements to the space even after the fire a couple years ago and could be elevated into a hip space given the appropriate love, care and attention. It needs a deep clean and a vision. Food is ok but is quite expensive.

I really love the vibe of this store! We stopped in during a first-ever visit to Decorah. I was in…read moresearch of local cheese and singles of local cider. I scored, big time, on both counts. They carried a good range from local cheese maker WW Homestead and also had a nice variety of Wisconsin cheeses along with some imports. The cider selection really came as a wonderful surprise, though. I used to cider being given a short shrift compared to beer. Instead, they had a great variety from local cideries, and I even bought a bottle from Belgium! My husband found a few new beers, too. If and when I come here again, I'd love to look through more of the store, even as I check on the cheese and cider anew. This is definitely my kind of place.

We stopped in to grab sandwiches for lunch. We were there before lunch and we're the only ones…read moreordering sandwiches. It took two staff members 20 minutes to make two sandwiches "made to order". We stood there and had no idea why it was taking forever. They did toast the bread. As pictured, I was glad they had GF bread but it made my sandwich much smaller. I got lettuce, red peppers, "avocado" the green paste you see on the lid, pepperjack and mayo. We bought a large bad of chips and a tea $2.29 and our total for two "no extras" sandwiches, the tea and one bag of chips was $24 and change. Still can't believe how puny the meal was. Only two veggies before you're charged .99 for extras. I expected it would be substantial and filling. Otherwise the store was clean, and has lot of options for foods and natural products.

I had passed this place several times while visiting Decorah. We popped in before the Church crowd…read moreand got a booth right away. The staff were very friendly and attentive. The menu wasn't so overwhelming you couldn't decide. I ordered the French toast platter with bacon and hash browns. It was a pretty standard French toast breakfast. I enjoyed it and had more than enough. The code was hot and good. I eyeballed the pies on the way out , next time! My son said his breakfast was really yummy. His pancake was the size of the plate. Very enjoyable famiky friendly place. I will return, as it was tasty and reasonably priced.

Excellent breakfast place! My omelet was delicious. My husband had biscuits and gravy. It was…read morea family friendly place which made me happy. The servers were excellent and I wish I could have tried a piece of pie. They looked so good. I'm glad that we are planning to return to Decorah. It's definitely on our list for breakfast and lunch!

Based on our visit here earlier today we can atest to the fact that these folks received a very…read morewell deserved award for the Best Burger in Iowa 2026! All three of us (the Mrs, my Aunt, and myself) ordered the Biertgarten Smashburgers and we split an order of the Cheese Curds. The burgers were two 4oz chuck/brisket patties, fried onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, and Smash Sauce served on a toasted brioche bun and is FANTASTIC! Have plenty of napkins at your disposal as the flavor oozes from this burger! The hand-cut fries are a great side and very good too (I had to add some salt to put them over the top)...the Cheese Curds made it a trifecta...they were outstanding as well, crispy coating and melt in your mouth cheesyness! The servers were very helpful and ready to help out at a moments notice. Dixie's Biertgarten Smashburger has moved on to my Top 5 Burgers I've Ever Had list... It was around 3 in the afternoon and the place was packed (casual atmosphere and some sports on the big screens) so you may have to wait for a seat...there is some outdoor seating but it was raining today but FYI....it's definitely worth the time so be patient!

We rolled into Decorah after a hot day on the motorcycle and pulled into the parking lot which was…read morefull. Walked in and was greeted warmly and told how things work. Seat yourself, order at the bar and receive a buzzer to pick up food. 2026 best burger in Iowa so we ordered that to share, along with a generous basket of lightly battered and delicious cheese curds. Burger was very shareable and came with fries. Not sure it's the best in the state, but it was very good. Despite being busy, food came out quickly. Great selection of local craft beers on tap. Decorah has amazing beers. Special note that the staff was very friendly. This was a great bar and grill and I can totally see why it was crawling with guests. We will be back when in town again.

Fave coffee shop ever! Creative seasonal drinks that were life changing. Does very affordable…read morecocktail in the evening with entertainment like live music or trivia depending on the day.

Impact will forever be so special to me as a Luther alum, I always have to make a stop at Impact…read morewhen I visit Decorah. The coffee is always delicious, my favorite is their Oatchata, and the food menu is ever growing and evolving, better every time. Their Slammin' Salmon waffle is a must get; the smoked salmon pairs perfectly with their tangy and bright lemon-dill cream cheese. The space is so cute and comfy and there is no bad seat in the house. All of the baristas are always so kind and welcoming. It is always such a joy to spend time at Impact.

Ever once in a while, you stumble upon one of those unassuming Main Street bistros that turn out to…read morebe serving up amazing food with a shocking bar selection. That's exactly what happened with La Rana. My cousin and his wife said that it's one of their favorites and after this chicken salad, I can see why. The ciabatta was pillowy soft and this Sriracha almond chicken salad was perfection. The salad was lightly dressed with an amazing balsamic vinaigrette, and I'm glad that I split the sandwich with someone because it would have been tough to get through both halves. My only regret is not going back there and having the chicken curry special with a glass of wine in the evening.

A friend recommended La Rana for dinner and we loved it! I had lamb meatballs and my husband had…read moresalmon - both were delicious! The service was great and the atmosphere was wonderful. They don't have many tables, so make a reservation so you won't be turned away. We will definitely come back the next time we are in Decorah.

Do not go to this place at all. Worst place to eat in Decorah Iowa. The service is slow the workers…read morejust slopped your sandwich to together. The bread is hard and poor ingredients. Then they want a tip for a half ass sandwich

So inconsistent, always overpriced. For what it is (how simple the options are etc) I don't think…read morethey can afford to miss as often as they do. I guess maybe depending on who they have working- the ingredients are either super fresh and everything's well made and combined or it's basically inedible. It's a pricey gamble either way.

Every time I travel from California to Iowa to visit family, Mabe's Pizza is a must. It's become a…read morefamily tradition that we look forward to every trip! We always order the cheeseburger pizza and the deluxe, and they're consistently amazing. Everything is cooked perfectly, the service is always friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. This time they even surprised me with a half-baked cookie for my birthday, which was such a thoughtful touch! Mabe's is the perfect place to bring your family, relax, and enjoy some truly delicious pizza. Can't wait for our next visit!

This was a decent pizza place, they have other foods but we didn't try anything else but garlic…read morebread. We tried the chicken pizza and a meat lovers pizza. Both had plenty of ingredients, they didn't skimp on that part! Service was hit and miss, we had a really friendly and energetic high school student who often checked on us to see if we needed anything. The only issue was our garlic bread appetizer came out after we got our pizzas. We needed to ask about them and could see them on the kitchen counter getting cold. The server apologized saying he never heard his name called to pick them up. It happens. There is plenty of room inside for two people or a larger group. The place was well lit for the evening crowd and I felt it was very clean. We would go back if we were in town.

Sports Bar with Bar Food…read more I asked for crispy fried, and was given crispy fries. I asked for bacon on my patty melt, and I received good bacon on my sandwich. The Swiss cheese had great flavor. My companion had a quesadilla that was bulging with a ton of filling. My only complaint: There were flies that I kept having to shoo away.

My friend mentioned this place to me before we went to Decorah and I'm glad I took her suggestion…read more I had a really good salad and my husband's burger looked excellent. It wasn't as loud and boisterous as many sports bars can get. But the Vikings were not playing. So take that with a grain of rock salt. Our server and hostess were excellent! I simply loved how they both checked in with us regularly. Definitely on our return to on our next trip to Decorah.

Culver's is a great place. This was my second Culver's experience. My wife and I stopped here on…read moreour way back from Dyersville. We arrived around 2:30 on a Saturday and were able to get our food extremely quickly. I had a double butter burger and fries. My wife had the chicken tenders and fries. Everything was very good and as I said, came out extremely quickly. Based on the food quality, customer service, and overall value, I would certainly return. Keep up the good work.

This Culver's has exceptionally friendly customer service. The food was very good, too, and we…read morealways find it to be consistent with other Culver's we visit. The manager even came to our table to ask how things were and visited a bit. He also visited other tables, which makes you feel acknowledged and appreciated. We'll be back next time we're in the area.