Amenity
Rent a bike for FREE! Stop by Thrive Allen County offices on the Southeast corner of the square to check out a bicycle for a day at no cost. Then you can bike all over town or get onto the Prairie Spirit Rail Trail which extends 50 miles north toward Kansas City or 8 miles south to Humboldt.
Thrive Allen County
9 South Jefferson AvenueRent a bike for FREE! Stop by Thrive Allen County offices on the Southeast corner of the square to check out a bicycle for a day at no cost. Then you can bike all over town or get onto the Prairie Spirit Rail Trail which extends 50 miles north toward Kansas City or 8 miles south to Humboldt.
Happy Tails Dog Park
706 South Chestnut StreetLet the puppies run free!
Iola Soap and Suds Laundromat
116 East Jackson Avenue'cause sometimes you just need a place to wash your clothes!
Food scene
Stop by the Protein Place on the south side of the square for a smoothie, tea, or even catch a yoga class. The staff are very friendly!
The Protein Place
7 East Madison AvenueStop by the Protein Place on the south side of the square for a smoothie, tea, or even catch a yoga class. The staff are very friendly!
You can't get more small town than this place. The food is great, hope you like domestic beers
Silverado's
112 2nd StYou can't get more small town than this place. The food is great, hope you like domestic beers
Actually one of the best places around for great food. It's worth the drive
Cornerstone Bakery & Jasper's
100 W Rutledge StActually one of the best places around for great food. It's worth the drive
El Charro of Iola
17 West Madison AvenueThis is a great place and in walking distance of the studios. I love the decor
A total sports bar, so if that's what you're looking for... I really enjoy their nachos and during the lunch buffet, they have good soups.
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill
2402 W Jackson AveA total sports bar, so if that's what you're looking for... I really enjoy their nachos and during the lunch buffet, they have good soups.
B & B Country Cafe
324 West Garfield Streettypical diner food, cheap and greasy. Great for a hang over.
Sightseeing
Prairie Spirit Rail Trail
Prairie Spirit Rail TrailI love getting out to bike or walk on the Prairie Spirit rail trail
Lehigh Portland Trails
Nebraska Roadrun, hike, or bike the Lehigh Portland Trails and check out Elks Lake.
shopping
Audacious Boutique
19 S Jefferson AveGreat little clothing boutique, but they have much more than clothes!
Southwind is an amazing shop for bikes and sporting equipment. The owners are really helpful and great to talk with.
Southwind Cycle and Outdoor
17 East Madison AvenueSouthwind is an amazing shop for bikes and sporting equipment. The owners are really helpful and great to talk with.
Clock Tower Mercantile, LLC
7 South Jefferson AvenueMy favorite place for antiquing!
The name is confusing, but this is actually a thrift store with mostly clothing. Their stuff is sometimes really good and SUPER CHEAP!
Iola Senior Citizens Inc
223 North State StreetThe name is confusing, but this is actually a thrift store with mostly clothing. Their stuff is sometimes really good and SUPER CHEAP!
Alpha Dog Supply Co.
108 East Madison AvenueBest place to get treats and toys for good girls and boys!
Second Chance
209 South StreetA little thrift store with tons of stuff. All proceeds go toward ACARF animal shelter.
City/town information
Humboldt
Humboldt has great shops and events throughout the year.
entertainment
ICT Warehouse Theatre
203 South Jefferson AvenueCatch a play or improv show!
Bowlus Fine Arts Center
205 E Madison AveThe Bowlus brings in incredible shows throughout the year.
This place is a hidden treasure. They make delicious sandwiches and every third Saturday, they have a live country band with dancing!
MILDRED STORE
86 3rd StThis place is a hidden treasure. They make delicious sandwiches and every third Saturday, they have a live country band with dancing!
The museum here is free and a great place to stop-in and learn some of the local history.
Allen County Historical Society
20 S Washington AveThe museum here is free and a great place to stop-in and learn some of the local history.