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Water Street Deli

"Specially Curated Menu- Hand Sliced Meat & Cheese - Imported Ingredients"

About Us

Welcome to Water Street Deli, a top-tier gourmet destination in Decorah, IA, serving the community proudly since 2022. We take pride in offering a specially curated seasonal menu filled with fresh ingredients and a choice selection of imported products from across the globe. Logan, our passionate owner, is always on hand, crafting innovative sandwiches and expertly hand-carving premium meats and cheeses. We're excited to continue serving the Northeast Iowa, Southeast Minnesota, and Southwest Wisconsin areas, ensuring a unique and delectable deli experience. Come by today and taste our delightful specials!

Areas Served

Our Professional Associations

Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce

Our Certifications

Serve-Safe Certification

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Specially Curated Seasonal Menu
Imported Products From Around The World
Specials Change Regularly
All Fresh Ingredients
Catering
Holiday Catering
Event Catering

Our Services include:

Full Service Deli Counter
Catering
Takeout
Lunch
Event Catering
Holiday Catering

Our Products include:

Seafood Special Orders- Fresh, Never frozen fish & Live Shellfish
Orders must be in by Wednesday for Thursday pick-up!
Specialty Foods
Specialty Meats
Specialty Cheeses
Dry Pasta
Imported Meats
Imported Cheeses
Imported Pasta
Imported Sauces
Imported Ingredients
Sandwiches
Charcuterie
Handmade Sandwiches
Hand Sliced Meats
Hand Sliced Cheeses
Hand Selected Items

Testimonials

On 6/9/2026 Michael Medeiros had this to say:
Go to here! Wonderful flavors with high quality ingredients. You can tell even the items not made in house are carefully curated. The sandwiches were amazing. The chips were delicious. The soda selection is great. I had a cherry Wisco-Pop and it was delicious. Two outdoor tables for dining so mostly for take away.

On 5/20/2026 Olaf Johnson had this to say:
Turkey bacon club was delicious, that good bacon from Polashek's!

On 3/23/2026 Peter Ryan had this to say:
Some of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. A must stop when in Decorah

On 3/22/2026 Shane M. had this to say:
Great sandwiches! No indoor dining options but for picking up a great sandwich, they're hard to beat.

On 2/13/2026 Matt had this to say:
Hands down the best deli in the area. Testimonial written by Matt on this site.

Contact Us

Water Street Deli
301 W Water St Decorah, IA 52101
Phone: (563) 419-6712
Email: waterstreetdelicatessen@gmail.com

Located at the corner of Court St and Water St in Downtown Decorah

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, MasterCard, Visa, Apple Pay, Android Pay, Cash

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

FAQ

What type of menu do you offer?

We feature a specially curated seasonal menu crafted with fresh ingredients and select imported products from around the world. Our specials change regularly, so there’s always something new to enjoy.

Do you provide catering services?

Yes! We offer event catering and holiday catering for gatherings of all sizes. Contact us to customize a menu that fits your occasion.

Can I place seafood special orders?

Absolutely. We provide fresh, never frozen fish and live shellfish by special order. Orders must be placed by Wednesday for Thursday pick-up.

Do you offer takeout options?

Yes! You can order our gourmet sandwiches, charcuterie, and other deli favorites for takeout. Perfect for lunch or a quick meal on the go.

What kinds of specialty items do you carry?

Our deli offers hand-sliced meats and cheeses, imported pastas, sauces, and specialty foods. We also feature handmade sandwiches, charcuterie boards, and unique gourmet products you won’t find anywhere else.