That is a quote from a t-shirt found inside RAYGUN in Iowa City. I was there yesterday, and i realized that some people don't know the novelty that Iowa City is. It is honestly one of my favorite places ever.
First there is the Ped Mall, home to the bread market and RAYGUN and Ragstock and Revival and the White Rabbit and many other fabulous stores. This is where i shop. You wonder where i get my clothes? There it is! Seriously though, they have the most unique items and you probably won't find it anywhere else. They're fun and locally owned, which means they are better for the economy. Also, the people working at the stores aren't stuck up snobs who don't want to help you with anything, they actually like what they do and will help you decide and find things that fit you. The customer service is some of the best. WARNING: If you don't like vintage or out-of-the-box clothing, this probably isn't the place for you, stick to Coralridge Mall.
Iowa City is also rumored to be home to the very first Pancheros! It's one block from the Ped Mall on Clinton St. It is open until 2 AM and there are two floors for your seating preference. It is large, they have nice bathrooms, and who doesn't like Panch? Chipotle is right across the street, but i don't think it looks nearly as interesting as Pancheros.
Mesa's is my favorite place to eat. It's a pizzeria (don't be turned off be this. They make pizza. It's not fancy or anything) that makes the craziest pizzas! I love them. My favorite is the Mac 'n Cheese pizza or the Buffalo Chicken pizza. They also have Pesto, Cheeseburger and lot's of other kinds too! They aren't gross, i promise. It is the best pizza i have ever had, and i can't emphasize this enough. The crust is perfect, they warm it up for you before you eat it, and it is only $3 a slice. Did i mention the slices are huge? You won't need more than one. It is found near the Ped Mall also, on East Washington St.
Lets cross the street to the Den, also on East Washington Street. This store holds Hawkeye merchandise, hookah's and things like that, and all sorts of snacks and beverages. It's like a mini convenience store! Lemme tell you the best deal. A 44 oz drink for about 54 cents. Do you know how big 44 oz is? It's massive! It lasts me three hours on a hot summer day. It's the best. They also have small drinks for even cheaper than 54 cents. It's great!
Let's move on to the alleys. I advise people to not venture into them alone at night. That's just stupid. But during the day time, they're mostly harmless, but that doesn't mean that you should go in there alone! I never have. That would be just stupid. You could die. But they prove for some interesting photo opportunities and some fun murals. I took some pictures for Jordan Muir in Iowa City and i just love the alleys. But again, don't venture into them alone.
- RAWR.
This photo was taken in my favorite alley. The entire side of a building is a huge mural. It's fascinating. Oh, and alley's aren't private property. You're allowed to venture into them.
Finally, i just have to describe to you the hilarious t-shirts found in RAYGUN. My mom laughed so hard she snorted. I purchased one that says "not everything in Iowa is flat"
and i already have one that says "Iowans: the few, the proud, the extremely attractive."
Most of the t-shirts make fun of people who remark on Iowa's faults, usually politicians. They also address issues that are hot in politics, like gay marriage. There is a nice one in there making fun of Stephen Bloom. I'm a fan. But not only do they have clever t-shirts, they have lomography cameras and film, accessories, and silly books. My mom's favorite is the Creative Cursing book. She came across one that said "Tampon Rammer" Oh man, you really got them with that one. Seriously though. i love this place. If you wanted to get me a t-shirt from there, i wear a size small, i wouldn't be mad.
Sarah =]
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