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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 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.
On 8/28/2026
Mheldz Spr
had this to say:
Lefse and Norwegian foods are soooo good and delicious! I love this place since the first time we eat here. The owner is so friendly and took time to talk with us. The lefse is delicious and as well as other pastries and treats! The Norwegian meatballs taste good as well👍👍👍
On 8/1/2026
Rachel Thissen
had this to say:
Rod and Cheryl are lovely hosts! Every time we visit, we are treated like old friends. The food is delicious. You will want the scalloped carrot recipe, but don’t bother trying to get Rod to share it!
On 7/24/2026
Kris Klunder
had this to say:
Amazing lunch here and such a pleasant atmosphere.
On 6/27/2026
Jerry Anderson
had this to say:
Great food and atmosphere! Waitress was sweet and helpful! The salmon, pickled onion lefse wrap was awesome!!
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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