We were reminiscing about old-time corner grocery stores and Lersberg’s Foods was mentioned as a must see. So, on a recent Sunday afternoon drive we headed for Ellendale, MN a small-town south of Northfield.
It was easy to find the food market in this small town of about 760. Right there on the main street, on the corner…with the banner indicating Lersberg’s Foods, Est. 1901.
We walked in and immediately felt like we stepped back in time…
The store was well-stocked and clean, small with narrow aisles and beautiful wooden floors, and one check-out counter.
Oh, and there is a moose head displayed on the wall. Apparently, it’s been there a long while, and has become a trademark of the store. There was a faded photo hanging underneath the moose head, of the man (Mr. Lerberg???) who shot the moose and it looked quite old.
We took our time and meandered the three aisles and picked out some groceries to buy in support of the old-time market. Several people said hi or some other nice comment…It was a fun place to visit and worth the drive to see it.
Afterwards we drove the backroads to Owatonna and walked in Kaplan Woods Park.
Another enjoyable Sunday drive.
I’ve been waiting for this post. Glad you enjoyed Lerberg’s as much as Randy and I do. Definitely a small town treasure.
Thank you for telling us about this fun road trip!
We enjoyed it.
You are most welcome.
That sounds like a fun outing to make. I think Jack and I will have to visit this store. I love old grocery stores. Especially since we ran convenience stores for so many years! Fun, Valerie!
I think you and Jack would really enjoy a visit to Lerberg’s Foods.