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Lefse Lodge Kafe
"A Cozy Taste of Nordic Comfort"
About Us
The Lefse Lodge Kafe is a corner restaurant started by Rod Flaskerud and Cheryl Haggerty in a desire to share a little bit of Norway, from Rod's heritage with the community and visitors to Decorah. The Lefse Lodge Kafe opened December 2, 2024 in the previous space known as Java John's.
With many updates and remodeling the Lefse Lodge Kafe has increased seating and serves breakfast and lunch all day. Menu items include pastries made daily, such as muffins, scones, sticky pecan rolls, cinnamon rolls and much more.
Rod takes pleasure in sharing his love for cooking and making Lefse, Kringla, Rommegrot and strawberry pies. To that he adds a touch of homemade whipping cream. Ham balls and Norske meatballs with potato and vegetable are just a few of the special items you can find on our menu.
Our coffee bar includes coffees ranging from light to dark blend and usually includes one flavored option, Tyler's acid free coffee upon request and many specialty options at the barista station.
Breakfast and lunch are served from 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and take out is available. In the works is a delivery option.
Areas Served
Decorah, IA | Waukon, IA | Calmar, IA | Cresco, IA | West Union, IA | Postville, IA | Ossian, IA | Ridgeway, IA | Surrounding Areas
Our Professional Associations
- Decorah Chamber of Commerce
What We Offer
Our Specialties include:
- Norwegian Restaurant
- Authentic Norwegian Entrees
Our Services include:
- Pick-Up Orders: Enjoy your Lefse Lodge favorites from the comfort of home. Place a pick-up order and we’ll have your meal prepared fresh and ready when you arrive.
- Dine-In: Relax and dine in with us in a cozy, welcoming lodge atmosphere. Perfect for enjoying freshly made comfort food and friendly hospitality.
- Carryout: Short on time? Our carryout option makes it easy to grab a delicious, homemade meal to go without sacrificing quality or flavor.
- Large Parties: Celebrating with a group? We gladly accommodate large parties, making Lefse Lodge Kafe a great spot for gatherings, family meals, and special occasions.
- Limited Catering: Hosting a small event or meeting? Limited catering options may be available to bring a taste of Lefse Lodge Kafe to your next gathering. Contact us to learn more.
Our Products include:
- Salads
- Drinks
- Desserts
- Kid's Menu
- Side Dishes
- Sandwiches
- Wraps
- Quiche
- Flash Burger
Testimonials
On 10/24/2026
Katie G.
had this to say:
Delicious homecooked meals! Fresh lefse is made on site and amazing! Also have good pastries!!
On 10/13/2026
Chris and Angela Taylor
had this to say:
Absolutely delighted. We tried a few different dishes to sample and share. Of course lefse and rommegrot were our favorites. Very clean and friendly staff. We will definitely stop again.
On 10/12/2026
Rachel Wold
had this to say:
Food and service was outstanding! Such a cute place! We loved it!
On 9/24/2026
Tim Iverson
had this to say:
Best breakfast I had in Decorah while visiting!
On 9/12/2026
Gunnar Anderson
had this to say:
Great food and fast service. Good prices too. I ate lunch here for nearly a month while taking a January class in town from Luther, and I never got tired of the food.
Contact Us
Lefse Lodge Kafe
400 W Water St Decorah, IA 52101
Phone: (563) 382-5690
Email: rodney-cheryl
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Our Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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