GEOGRAPHY LESSON
Established in 1854, Mantorville is named for brothers Peter and Riley Mantor, who arrived in the area from Pennsylvania and established claims along with another man, Eli P. Waterman. Located in a valley along the middle fork of the Zumbro River, Mantorville was a popular stagecoach stop between Winona and St. Peter. Limestone from local quarries was used in several downtown buildings and was shipped across the country.
GETTING THERE
From the Twin Cities, it's about 65 miles to Mantorville. Go south on Hwy. 52 for about 45 miles to Hader, and turn right on Hwy. 57. Follow Hwy. 57 south for 20 miles into downtown Mantorville.
DINING
Owned by the Pappas family since 1946, the Hubbell House (502 N. Main St.; 1-507-635-2331; www.hubbellhouserestaurant.com) opened in the 1850s as a saloon and inn. Known for its ribs, steak and walleye, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner and has a full bar. Closed Mondays. The County Seat Coffeehouse (1 W. 5th St.; 1-507-635-5507) tempts diners with a variety of breakfast and lunch offerings, including omelets, killer raspberry/white-chocolate-chip scones, and homemade soups and pies. It has a full menu of espresso drinks. Closed Sundays. The Old School Cafe (515 Clay St.; 1-507-635-3663) serves tasty breakfast and lunch items in a unique setting, a restored country schoolhouse complete with bell tower. The structure was moved into town in 1979. Open daily, the restaurant serves breakfast all day on the weekends.
MORE INFORMATION
Visit www.mantorville tourism.com or call 1-866-313-8687.
JOY RIGGS
