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Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • In-store pickup
  • In-store shopping

Prairie Lights Books & Cafe Reviews - 100

4.6
Quality
5.0
Location
5.0
Price
4.0
Service
4.5
Garik Himebaugh

Great selection of books as well as cards and journals. A must visit in Iowa City and love the cafe too.

Steve Brantley

No visit to Iowa City is complete without a stop at Prairie Lights. It is a literary and cultural institution on par with Powell's in PDX or City Lights (P.L.'s namsake?) in SF.

Nick Nedland

I got a Black Stallion, it was delicious.

John Schmillen

I have enjoyed shopping at Prairie Lights since 1980. We're lucky to have it in Iowa City.

David M

Excited to discover an Iowan writer is featured in the best sports writing of 2019 book. Try and figure out who it is!

Steve Roach

Great bookstore and they will order what they do not have. Frequently have readings and the coffee shop is great.

J Kane

Great selection of books and other items. Staff is very knowledgeable and provide excellent customer service!

Paul Whalen

Very comfortable bookstore with a wide selection of books and an adjacent coffee shop. Fantastic place.

Rachel Reed

The most helpful staff, a cozy and welcoming environment. Love getting books for my university classes from here

Derek Fawcett

Great place to support local community efforts. If you need a book, come here and skip Barnes and Noble.

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