The City of Literature works to advance its mission of celebrating and supporting literature on a local, regional, national, and international level, connecting readers and writers through the power of story.
Downtown
Dublin Underground
A basement Irish bar with a variety of Irish whiskeys and beers.
Prairie Lights Bookstore & Café
The famous bookstore and 3rd floor cafe
Englert Theatre
104-year-old vaudeville theatre and nonprofit performing arts organization presenting music, comedy, literature, and more.
Douglas and Linda Paul Gallery at the Englert
The Douglas & Linda Paul Gallery is located on the second floor of the historic Englert Theatre, and regularly shows exhibits by local artists.
Molly’s Cupcakes
Cupcake shop featuring filled cupcakes.
M.C. Ginsberg
Professional jewelers passionate to educate and advise you on the rarest jewelry.
Masala Indian Cuisine
Casual eatery for carefully sourced Indian cooking
Lasansky Gallery
Home to the works of Mauricio Lasanky
Joe’s Place
Popular downtown sports bar to watch the game
One Twenty Six
One Twenty Six is a classic French American bistro in the heart of Iowa City and has been an Iowa City tradition for over 16 years.
