Our Philosophy
Cheryl Maloney, Founder and CEO
In today’s world, people are increasingly health-conscious. It seems nearly everyone diets or allows themselves to have that coveted “cheat day.”
So, when you do indulge, it better be worth it. Worth the calories. Worth the sugar. Worth the carbs.
Here, at The Eat Shop, our handcrafted baked goods are made with only the finest ingredients. Our recipes have been tested and tweaked countless times to ensure perfection. Our limited menu was purposefully created so every item exceeds even the highest expectations.
When you choose to indulge, choose The Eat Shop.
We promise it will be Worth. Every. Bite.
Our Story
Mary Ann Drahos, Owner of Mary Ann’s Eat Shop
As far back as I can remember, my mom was always in the kitchen baking up something delicious. From weekly homemade pizzas, to gooey cinnamon rolls and fresh apple pies - she made it all. With four growing kids in the house, her baked goods vanished as quickly as she could make them!
Growing up, baking in our family was a daily occurrence. Everyone baked: my grandmas; aunts; great aunts. Everyone. It wasn’t until early adulthood that I realized my family’s love of baking was quite unique.
In 1936, my Great Aunt opened a restaurant in Cedar Rapids, IA, called Mary Ann’s Eat Shop. Her home-cooked offerings were delicious. The restaurant’s popularity grew rapidly, and it became a staple in town. Mary Ann’s Eat Shop eventually doubled its seating capacity to accommodate its seemingly endless line of customers. After 14 successful years, Mary Ann decided to sell her restaurant.
In today’s world, a successful female-owned small business is a rarity. I can’t imagine the endless obstacles my Great Aunt overcame in the 1930s to make her restaurant a success. She was a trailblazer and I am honored to be carrying on her tradition in Eastern Iowa.
Mary Ann’s Eat Shop, Est. 1936
1531 First Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
