116 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Elijah Decious
The first time I learned how to ask good questions was at age 5, when I learned Santa Claus was not real. “Whose lap have I been sitting on all these years?!” was the first question I asked, according to my mother.
I’m a features reporter for The Gazette, which means I have the opportunity to get to know folks on a more personal level, show people the best parts of life and demonstrate how daily news affects members of the community. In addition to covering restaurants and food news, I serve on The Gazette’s Fact Checker team and have a particular passion for human interest pieces as well as stories focusing on marginalized communities.
Sometimes, taking a moment to listen to others and reflect on what they say — even those who might not think they have much of a story to tell — really puts things in perspective.
When I’m not reporting, I like to travel, go bird watching, search for new items to add to my Peanuts collection and keep my cat from scaring away the cardinals on my balcony.
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Latest Articles by Elijah Decious
Restaurants Jul. 31, 2025 9:23 am57d ago
Their menu includes extensive bread offerings, including roasted rosemary and garlic, “The Triple Cheesy” and jalapeno cheddar made with candied peppers.
Restaurants Jul. 31, 2025 5:30 am58d ago
Global Graze plans to feature eight Linn County restaurants including Big Grove Brewery, The Map Room, The Hangry Lady, Saatvik Swaad and The Hip-Stir.
Restaurants Jul. 30, 2025 9:54 am58d ago
The Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market celebrated its 20th season with a special dinner by Cobble Hill. Have a taste with our review of an event that could come back annually.
Restaurants Jul. 30, 2025 5:15 am59d ago
Without any hints on the new restaurant’s owner, the sign only indicates the new restaurant will serve “New York style pizza, pasta and subs.”
Restaurants Jul. 28, 2025 8:56 am60d ago
An emerging trend shows an uptick in restaurants running without proper licensure, locally and statewide.
People & Places Jul. 25, 2025 9:19 am63d ago
This summer, the Schwartzkopf Gallery’s first international artist expounds on a classic poet’s wisdom about longing through several series spanning written and visual mediums.
Restaurants Jul. 23, 2025 12:09 pm65d ago
I’ll Meet You There, a new venture from duo Lindsay and Jaymie McGrath, tentatively plans to open late this year.
Restaurants Jul. 23, 2025 5:30 am66d ago
A Kingston Village restaurant staple is on the market.
Restaurants Jul. 22, 2025 12:50 pm66d ago
A Golden Arches in northeast Cedar Rapids has reopened after several months of renovations.
Restaurants Aug. 4, 2025 7:00 pm53d ago
See our thoughts on the top 11 new foods this year before you head out to the Iowa State Fair from Aug. 7-17 in Des Moines.
People & Places Jul. 23, 2025 9:12 am65d ago
In some ways, the boxing, dancing and singing classes from the Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson’s Association have become a better medicine than any prescription drug on the market.
Restaurants Jul. 17, 2025 8:01 am72d ago
A new restaurant with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern options has opened in Iowa City.
Restaurants Jul. 17, 2025 5:45 am72d ago
Tickets are now available for Dinner on the Bridge, the annual fundraiser for The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia, a self-supported municipal improvement district encompassing its two namesake neighborhoods.
Restaurants Jul. 16, 2025 7:24 am73d ago
As Lion Bridge Brewing Co. looks to focus more on its signature beers, Wisconsin’s Ian’s Pizza is trading Badgers for Hawkeyes.
Restaurants Jul. 16, 2025 8:10 am73d ago
The dream project is the first venture in business ownership for Bianca Valles, Vanessa Valles and Juan Madrid, who previously lived in Colombia and Ecuador.