At least three Lincoln Highway travelers have asked recently about the operating hours at the restored Niland’s Cafe in Colo, Iowa. I reported in my new Lincoln Highway Companion book that they were closed Monday — they are, and Tuesday too.
The cool cafe is open:
Wed thru Sat, 6:30 a.m – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Check www.colo-iowa.org for current hours by clicking the Reed/Niland Corner link at left, and then the cafe link. Don’t forget there are newly restored overnight rooms too.
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Lincoln Highway News 
August 25, 2009 at 12:09 am |
Whew! This is a relief. When I arrived there and found it closed (and looking a little dusty), I feared the worst. I’m glad (and sorry) that I was just there on the wrong day.
September 9, 2009 at 9:33 pm |
Sign Posted on the West Door…We will be closing Friday, September 11th. Questions Call City of Colo.
September 11, 2009 at 2:24 pm |
Thanks Ranch, just heard they are indeed closing for the foreseeable future. Will post about it next week. ~Brian
July 5, 2011 at 10:27 pm |
Listed in the Colo City Newsletter the Niland’s Cafe will be opening again this month, July 2011. They will be open for breakfast on Saturday, July 9th for the Colo Crossroads Festival.