08/23/2026
🥔Brick Street Grille
Monroe County’s strong Irish roots shine through with Irish Nachos — a fun twist on Ireland’s most iconic staple: the potato.
🍪Nightingale Bakery
Satisfy your sweet tooth with macarons — an Italian almond‑based cookie that evolved into the colorful, delicate French treat we love today.
🍔Smitty’s Sandwich Shop
Our famous tenderloin traces its history back to a German immigrant who adapted the Austrian Wiener Schnitzel into a Midwest classic.
☕ The Coffee Grounds
Coffee’s origins trace back to Ethiopia, but they’re adding an Irish twist to create a cool, refreshing drink perfect for a hot August day.
🍻 Murph’s Sports Bar
Toast to Restoration Days all week long! Sports bars are modern gathering places rooted in centuries‑old traditions of socializing over games like billiards and darts.
🌍 Multicultural Progressive Meal — A Taste of Albia’s Heritage! 🍽️
As part of Restoration Days, Albia Chamber Main Street is excited to introduce a Multicultural Progressive Meal — a celebration that honors Albia’s rich heritage while encouraging our community to dine locally.
Did you know Albia was a coal‑mining community for more than 60 years, shaped by immigrants from Slavic countries, Italy, Wales, Ireland, and Scandinavia? Their cultures, traditions, and foodways helped build the foundation of the Albia we know today. This special event highlights that history by showcasing the incredible diversity of flavors that still influence our community.
Our five participating restaurants are giving a culinary nod to Ireland, Italy, France, Austria, Ethiopia, and England — bringing global inspiration to our small‑town charm.
🎟️ Grab your Restoration Days Progressive Meal Tickets from the Albia Chamber Main Street office next week for just $25!
🍴 Tickets can be redeemed all week long at participating locations!
Celebrate heritage. Support local. Enjoy every bite. 💙