Met the lovely owner here last year and had some of his delicious $1 coffee. Checking in today to make sure he’s doing ok and in the hope that this unique gem is still open. Wishing you and your business all the best during the pandemic and looking forward to seeing you open again soon.
Caryn Rowe
We ventured to Le Claire today with our visitors from California on a mission to visit what we thought was a book store.Much to our surprise - it is really a coffee shop and because of the pandemic, was closed to customers.Happily, we were not turned away though, but were given a peek in the shop and its treasures. Thanks, Gregg! You were so informative and kind. We hope to stop in for more conversation and maybe a coffee sometime soon!
Charles Gill
Very freindly
Richard Kocis
In our recent visit to Le Claire we found that this gem of a coffee shop was closed due to the pandemic. That was sad! Because we sat down with the owner Gregg after watching numerous residents of this beautiful town stop to visit him. What an amazing historian of the town. This store has been in his family for over 75 years! We hope to return for the grand reopening for some coffee!!
Judy T.
I went to school with Greg. He knows everything about LeClaire. As a child I used to buy penny candy from his mother. If you want to know a little history about LeClaire and riverboat captains this is the place to go. if you were raised in LeClaire ask Greg to show you the yearbooks. It truly is going back in time. Good coffee, tea, snacks, conversation, and a wonderful ambiance.
Alexa Parker
You can try Pelo's Sundries for your morning coffee and snacks. They are amazing in their work. Their food is fresh and healthy and their service staff is also very nice and welcoming.
David Nancy Kuhn
Spent many years having coffee in Pelo's. Was a great spot to meet friends for coffee, soda and visit. Has turned into a private museum and coffee shop has been neglected. Sad!
Keekee Willett
We very much enjoyed are time talking to Gregg. He was very entertaining with many interesting stories. We will definitely stop in for tea, coffee and conversation again.
roadfixr
Looks like they are out of business. Came by after 8:00 am on Friday morning and all locked up. No hours posted. No sign of life.
Skeney57
We bumped an elderly gentlemen shoveling snow as night fell and I asked if he needed a hand. He introduced himself as Gregory Pelo, the owner of Pelo's Coffee shop next door and advised he was clearing a parking space for the next day for an elderly customer who always parks there. He declined my offer but made us promise to drop in for a cup the next day ! Which gladly we did ! The Coffee Shop is a throwback to the 50's when it was a soda fountain, magazines, sundries & gifts. Today it is packed with books, magazines, curios & an assorted collection that Mike & Frank can't touch ! The shopfront has appeared in various episodes ! The locals gather early for a cup & chat forever. We had Gregory & the place to ourselves and spent a wonderful & relaxing hour plus talking about the world , drinking cup after cup and all for the princely sum of $2, he wouldn't accept any more. Drop in , have a cup or two and talk to a fascinating small town character, not a manufactured mouth piece, you will not regret it !!
Dollar coffees & great conversation. Learned a lot about the history of the area. Would never get anything done if we lived close enough to come in for morning coffee - we'd just spend all day chatting with the owner.
Cindi Dixon
Great coffee. Great energy. Friendly conversation with the owner.
Cindi D.
If you're in town you have to go here. It is quaint and interesting and very good. Wonderful energy. If you want to learn about the areas history the owner will fill ya in. The coffee was great too. Will definitely be back next time we pass through.
Kelly D.
Dollar coffees and the owner is friendly. Provided interesting conversation on a variety of topics including the history of the area, the history of the shop (family owned for 73 years!). Would have stayed and chatted longer if we didn't have to get back on the road.
Brian L.
Friendliest little coffee shop I've ever been to. Books stacked on the floor and in corners. Old photos on the walls. Ray serving up coffee and doubling as a helpful tour guide. What more can you ask for.
Met the lovely owner here last year and had some of his delicious $1 coffee. Checking in today to make sure he’s doing ok and in the hope that this unique gem is still open. Wishing you and your business all the best during the pandemic and looking forward to seeing you open again soon.
We ventured to Le Claire today with our visitors from California on a mission to visit what we thought was a book store.Much to our surprise - it is really a coffee shop and because of the pandemic, was closed to customers.Happily, we were not turned away though, but were given a peek in the shop and its treasures. Thanks, Gregg! You were so informative and kind. We hope to stop in for more conversation and maybe a coffee sometime soon!
Very freindly
In our recent visit to Le Claire we found that this gem of a coffee shop was closed due to the pandemic. That was sad! Because we sat down with the owner Gregg after watching numerous residents of this beautiful town stop to visit him. What an amazing historian of the town. This store has been in his family for over 75 years! We hope to return for the grand reopening for some coffee!!
I went to school with Greg. He knows everything about LeClaire. As a child I used to buy penny candy from his mother. If you want to know a little history about LeClaire and riverboat captains this is the place to go. if you were raised in LeClaire ask Greg to show you the yearbooks. It truly is going back in time. Good coffee, tea, snacks, conversation, and a wonderful ambiance.
You can try Pelo's Sundries for your morning coffee and snacks. They are amazing in their work. Their food is fresh and healthy and their service staff is also very nice and welcoming.
Spent many years having coffee in Pelo's. Was a great spot to meet friends for coffee, soda and visit. Has turned into a private museum and coffee shop has been neglected. Sad!
We very much enjoyed are time talking to Gregg. He was very entertaining with many interesting stories. We will definitely stop in for tea, coffee and conversation again.
Looks like they are out of business. Came by after 8:00 am on Friday morning and all locked up. No hours posted. No sign of life.
We bumped an elderly gentlemen shoveling snow as night fell and I asked if he needed a hand. He introduced himself as Gregory Pelo, the owner of Pelo's Coffee shop next door and advised he was clearing a parking space for the next day for an elderly customer who always parks there. He declined my offer but made us promise to drop in for a cup the next day ! Which gladly we did ! The Coffee Shop is a throwback to the 50's when it was a soda fountain, magazines, sundries & gifts. Today it is packed with books, magazines, curios & an assorted collection that Mike & Frank can't touch ! The shopfront has appeared in various episodes ! The locals gather early for a cup & chat forever. We had Gregory & the place to ourselves and spent a wonderful & relaxing hour plus talking about the world , drinking cup after cup and all for the princely sum of $2, he wouldn't accept any more. Drop in , have a cup or two and talk to a fascinating small town character, not a manufactured mouth piece, you will not regret it !!
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Dollar coffees & great conversation. Learned a lot about the history of the area. Would never get anything done if we lived close enough to come in for morning coffee - we'd just spend all day chatting with the owner.
Great coffee. Great energy. Friendly conversation with the owner.
If you're in town you have to go here. It is quaint and interesting and very good. Wonderful energy. If you want to learn about the areas history the owner will fill ya in. The coffee was great too. Will definitely be back next time we pass through.
Dollar coffees and the owner is friendly. Provided interesting conversation on a variety of topics including the history of the area, the history of the shop (family owned for 73 years!). Would have stayed and chatted longer if we didn't have to get back on the road.
Friendliest little coffee shop I've ever been to. Books stacked on the floor and in corners. Old photos on the walls. Ray serving up coffee and doubling as a helpful tour guide. What more can you ask for.