7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
2048 IA-9, Spirit Lake
Grocery Stores
“Visited Vick's corner August 2025. Located on a 4 way stop on jct 9 & 86 heading into Spirit Lake Ia. This corner is a landmark. Vick's gas station, opened up by Layton's parents, has been in business since 1930. The U-Haul company has been running since 1958. Back then, they were the second oldest in the state of Iowa. The son of the Vick's, Layton is still running his parents gas station to this day. Layton, the 25 year old mindset trapped in a 83 year old body. This spunky man was a hoot to listen too. He has a lot of history and doesn't mind sharing it. He's a flirt, too!!! He had no hesitation telling me everything still works, if you know what I mean!! Lol
Mr. Vick, said that his U-Haul company was in the top 10 oldest U-Hauls to open up in the U.S.. He said, it may be in the top 3 by now? Vick's station did see business pick up when Rag-Bri was in town. The route goes right through the front of the store. He is also one of the oldest local bait stores around.”
“Great small-town grocery store with an excellent assortment of everything you may need. Matt & co go out of their way to accommodate their customers. Many options and brands available, from the tried and true to gluten free, even specialty products.Carstensen's also offers weekday lunch meals, which are always hearty, complete with a main dish, veggies and dessert.Also check out their baked goods shelves at the front of the store which can include cookies, scotcharoos, brownies, cake, cinnamon rolls, etc. The offerings vary depending on day and is always different, but always delicious.”