Crouse Cafe in Indianola, IA has been a family tradition since 1946, when Bob and Cleo Crouse first opened their doors serving customers in Leon, Knoxville, and Indianola. In 1963, their son Richard and his wife Bonnie continued the business, and in 1970 the cafe moved across the street to its current home thanks to the advice of R.M. Hale. The legacy grew in 1987 when their children John, Bob, and Cindy stepped in, with John and Rhonda guiding the cafe for many years alongside family in the kitchen and dining room. Today, after John and Rhonda’s retirement, the next generation—Josh and Kristin Crouse—proudly run the cafe, keeping the same welcoming spirit, homemade meals, and sense of community that have made Crouse Cafe a beloved gathering place for nearly 80 years.