Popular Travel Blogger Visits Decorah, Highlights Local Favorite Sabin Family Table

Local voices matter. Help us amplify them by contributing to your local newsroom. DECORAH — Decorah received some major digital love this week when JayJay Goodvin, the voice behind the popular travel blog The Iowa Gallivant, made a stop at Sabin Family Table—and shared rave reviews with his more than 91,000 followers. Goodvin, known for spotlighting hidden gems and comfort food across Iowa, praised the downtown eatery's Hot Turkey Sandwich with Gravy and a side of green beans, calling it "a staple [of] Iowa and the Midwest" in a post that quickly gained traction on social media. The stop in Winneshiek County was his 26th out of 73. Sabin Family Table, owned and operated by Amanda and Corey Sabin since November 2023, has quickly become a local staple for homestyle meals in a welcoming atmosphere. The Sabins purchased the long-standing restaurant from Stacey and Scott Gossling, who owned it for 30 years and completed a significant remodel during their tenure. Since taking over, the Sabins have kept beloved traditions alive, leaning into crafting house-made specials, like Monday night spaghetti, Thursday pork cutlets, and the very turkey dinner that Goodvin sampled. The Iowa Gallivant's spotlight on Sabin Family Table is the latest recognition for a restaurant that blends old-school hospitality with fresh energy, attracting both loyal locals and hungry travelers alike. For more about Goodvin's travels, visit The Iowa Gallivant. Unlock a world of knowledge! Sign up for free DecorahNews.com newsletters and receive local news, local events and everything that is happening in and around Decorah.