Shopping & Dining

Discover the hidden treasures of Grinnell. One-of-a-kind restaurants await diners with a variety of tempting dishes. Fresh pastries, tasty handmade sandwiches, and elegant cuisine that runs the gourmet gamut - from Italian to American, Chinese, Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian - are all available. Choose from a collection of more than 20 restaurants, fast food eateries, and specialty diners for an appetizing meal any time of the day.

Shoppers will have no trouble finding what they need. The historic downtown area presents specialty boutiques, bookstores, and galleries in a hometown atmosphere. The quaint downtown acts as both a shopping and entertainment district as well as a community gathering place.

For everyday necessities, any number of convenience stores, pharmacies, hardware shops, discount stores or grocery stores are available to keep homes and offices well stocked. Service providers are numerous as well, including salons & spas, financial institutions, florists, consulting agencies, and more.