RF Goeke Variety Store — Local services in Atkinson

I live in Seattle and I used to look forward to visiting this shop every time I was in town to see my Grandma. I am so happy it has reopened and is better than ever! I love pie and try them wherever I travel. Randy makes the best pies I have ever had. I honestly can't get over how good these pies were. The crust, the meringue. Perfection. Truly world class pies. I had three different kinds and they blew me all away! Another family member even brought some goodbye slices to share at the airport. Goeke's also always has amazing fabric and my kids had the best time getting ice cream. The service was incredible, we all had such a great...

Edit — In September 2021, the store moved next door to Something Special by Marilyn. Now there are two awesome stores in one building! But unfortunately, the soda fountain no longer exists. There wasn’t room for it.

Original review — This is small town shopping the way it used to be. Store is filled with hundreds of toys, quilting and sewing supplies, cleaning products, and countless other things you won’t find at Dollar General. Of course, the highlight of the store is the old-fashioned train themed soda fountain, which is the most authentic of any I’ve seen, right down to the uniform worn by...

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!! Such a quaint little store, with an awesome selection of knick-knacks. I found some items I haven't seen for years, such as a spinning tin top, and heart shaped measuring spoons. Cute stuff. Soda fountain was so cute and sooo yummy!! I went with a group of 5 girls and we all were delighted with the service, atmosphere and selections. I will...