The perfect stop on our way to Kansas City from St Louis! It's right off I-70 and such a cute place with tons of food options (and healthier options than most). We got a couple of sandwiches -- the beef one was SO GOOD and the breakfast was was also phenomenal. The staff was very friendly and the space was lively. They even have meeting spaces if you're from the area! They sell some local flowers, honey, beef and even tallow. I highly recommend the blackberry smoothie for an organic and not-too-sweet option and the maple cinnamon latte (I ordered half sweet) if you need a pick me up. This will definitely be a "must stop" anytime I make this drive! read more

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Some of the best breakfast I have had in the state of Missouri. If you are passing by on I-70 it is 100% worth taking time to check them out!!! I got the Redbull smasher, sunrise breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel and a biscuit with gravy. read more

This place is simply AMAZING! The sandwiches are exquisitely delicious. The salad & coleslaw are yummy & they offer a range of coffee choices. There are gorgeous dessert offerings as well. As amazing as the food is the ambiance. So well designed & decorated. I would give them 10 stars if I could!! read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

Returned to our favorite coffee off I-70 after spending night in Blackwater. We had breakfast at the coffee shop below the airbnb we were staying at, and were so disappointed in the coffee strength and wet breakfast sandwich that we decided to return here and try their biscuits and gravy, and of course have real coffee. The coffee never disappoints, and the biscuits and gravy were good. I've never been disappointed with food here. Yesterday we had picked up some Angus beef sandwiches, which are their signature sandwiches and are very good. Finally also bought one of their cute coffee cup tumblers here too. The service is still good here too. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Biscuits and gravy and a new ceramic cup. - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

Fantastic, quiet, peaceful, relaxing, respite from the storm and was able to get a breakfast sandwich and a cup of yogurt and just enjoy it while I was waiting for the storm to pass. Lovely place on 70! Stop by some time and tell them why you love your mom! read more

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Food was excellent. Iced chai latte was not a brewed chai tea, but had the spices added so they settled at the bottom. Very nice inside but desperately needs some outdoor space added. There was a large loud party and the building didn't have any components to dampen it. The staff was overwhelmed by the speciality drink orders which really slowed down the pace. We also bought the raw honey jar at $18 and a jar of jam at $11. The "boutique" items are cute but they need prices displayed. All in all we would stop there again for that quality of food. read more

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I was traveling back to St. Louis from Kansas City when I saw this cute place! The ladies at the front counter were respectful and your name is called out when your order is ready. I ordered the seasonal Campfire Chai and the half sandwich of the Signature Slow-Cooked Angus Beef with a side of Boulder Kettle Chips. The flavors of the sandwich were not too overpowering and everything blended well. The Campfire Chai was refreshing and so good! Definitely a cute spot to sit down in if you're traveling. The restaurant was also decorated very nice- with an interior of casual mixed with modern flair. I am assuming it is also religious based as there were Psalms being displayed on the television in the main dining area! Super cute place! read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Dining area - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

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The store is very beautiful, really good aesthetic. It's a bit more on the pricier side. But I guess not too bad. The food was pretty good. I got $9 avocado toast. I got everything fairly quickly and even though it's expensive, I will be coming back if I come back through here. read more

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Awesome place ,make u feel like home, cafe, food service anything on menu,delicious. Cooper the greatest, loved. Don't take my words, visit the place and u will see what I mine. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - My boys waiting for granddaddy getting his delicious cafe - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

Please stop! For those driving with kiddos who like a drive-thru - they have one! I have driven by many times and finally stopped. Really great options for kiddos and food you can get off the highway that is actually real and delish. Also - lots of good coffee options - fun syrups and seasonal flavors! Service has been friendly each time I have been and if you do get a chance to sit inside, they have a really pretty and peaceful space. read more

Very nice new interior, excellent food. I had the fancy salmon bagel, daughter ordered the avacado toast. Both were tasty, as was the coffee. We picked up some locally grown natural grass fed beef steaks to go that they producedon their ranch about five miles away so it'slocal beef. Service was quick and friendly. read more

My second stop here today and the food is top tier! My smoked salmon lox bagel and breakfast sandwich were both literally perfect. Fresh and tasty!! Keep up the excellent work!! read more

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I just read someone's review that stated this was an oasis and I couldn't possibly have picked a better word myself. There seems to be nothing out here off of 70, but then you pull off and there is this bright, clean, welcoming coffee joint with yummy sandwiches. The people were friendly, food was good, and did I mention it was clean? We both ordered the sunrise breakfast sandwiches (YUM). My husband got a drip coffee and I got a monthly special -- the mudhopper (dirty matcha, oat milk, with a simple syrup) -- it slapped. Would recommend to anyone looking to stop for coffee! read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Sunrise sammies, coffee and mudhopper. - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

This place was just off I-70 going west. It was very handy and such a cute modern building. The breakfast selection was limited, but very good and filling. It was a bit pricey, but we were very happy to give small business a try. We loved it. The service was only at the counter; but they were very helpful. read more

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Stumbled upon this place during a road trip and it did not disappoint. Fresh and filling options with a lovely selection of caffeinated beverages. read more

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This is one of those gold mine finds! We were just driving down I-70 , looking for a good cup of coffee. The coffee shop is on a no-nothing exit and nothing fancy on the outside, but we were very surprised to find a modern unique beautifully decorated atmosphere with homemade gourmet sandwiches, pastries, grass beef, coffees, teas and such, even served on real pottery dishes with real utensils-- no plastic forks and paper cups here! The staff was very friendly the atmosphere was peaceful and godly and the food was delicious. Adding it to my "road trip favs!" read more

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Really good breakfast stop along my route! Salmon bagel and chai tea were delicious. My favorite was the avocado toast.... Definitely worth a stop! read more

What a fun cozy spot right off the highway! Great spot for coffee, soups and sandwiches. The drive through is easy, but do yourself a favor and go in and see how cute it is! read more

I finally stopped by this little gem of an eatery. The Nelson Chicken on gluten free bread was amazing, indulged a lavender white chocolate latte. The staff were very friendly. The interior is decorated lovely. They offer local beef and a small gift shop area. When I pass by J this will be my stop! read more

This marks the 32nd round trip from SC to CA and back . I have passed cooper's and never stopped till today 3/10/23 4pm . I am currently kicking myself for not stopping sooner . After a long driving 28 hours driving I needed a break . Snagged 2 small pastries and a chai with honey for the road . Wishing I grabbed more because those little pastries were absolutely amazing and the chai is pretty good itself . If you want to sit and relax this I'd definitely the place . Has to be the largest coffee shop ever , this place is the size of a restaurant . Plenty of room and the 2 girls working were nothing short of perfect , both girls were a pleasure and I hope they are thanked by the owner . read more

This is the cutest place! Food fresh and delicious. Right off highway 70. Highly recommend

I missed my exit for a chain coffee place and I'm so glad I did! This place is beautiful, very clean & upscale. The food smelled amazing. I just got a latte but next time I'm driving through I'll stop for food. This was such a pleasant surprise. read more

An absolute pleasure to visit Cooper's this morning. As a first time customer I was pleasantly impressed with the quality of the food and hospitality of the staff. The ambiance of the inside of the building is welcoming, peaceful, and comfortable! Absolutely one of the cleanest restaurants I have ever visited. Kudos to the owners for imagining this experience and capturing their dream. read more

We went throught the drive through for a quick bite and we were not disappointed! The staff was so kind and the food was great. Not to mention also prices (my bagel was $3-it doesn't get better than that). Definitely will be stopping by again when we drive through. read more

Awesome coffee and very friendly staff! Surprise gem at the I-70 exit. Worth the stop!

We stopped by again yesterday and simply adored another Nelson Sandwich and your two nieces who were visiting, How well they represented your family and this locally owned, family business. We will no doubt increasingly stop by for the service the down home goodness that exudes from your establishment. read more

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We're from Florida and heading to the Rocky Mountains in our RV. Stopped to get gas and noticed this coffee shop across the street. I was only gonna get an iced coffee but I looked at their website and their sandwiches and soups sounded delicious. Loved everything about this place!!!!!!!! I got their lox (salmon) sandwich on an everything bagel with cream cheese, capers, arugula, cucumber and capers. Omg....so very good!!! Mexican Corn soup was one of their soups today. I don't eat meat and it had no meat and was so tasty. All sandwiches come with a choice of potato chips or an apple. Then, I got an iced lavender white mocha coffee. Perfect. Their interior is gorgeous as well and very inviting and modern looking. What a great place!!!!! Next time I'm in Missouri I gotta remember to come here. The person that waited on us is going to college nearby and is from Ukraine. Very cool! She was very friendly. Such a great experience here. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Lox Sandwich on their everything bagel and their Mexican Corn Soup. Yum!!! - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

The food here is what you would hope to get in a trendy urban cafe, certainly unexpected in the middle of nowhere on Highway 70 west of Columbia MO! Well worth the stop!! read more

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We were driving through from Maryland to see my mom in Kansas and stopped for lunch. The interior is inviting, but even by East Coast standards it is expensive and the service was barely friendly. I ordered a 1/2 sandwich and it was barely 5 bites. The London Fog had too much Lavender and was quite expensive. I'm not from the area, so I doubt I will ever be back. read more

Such a cute spot! Randomly stopped here on our way from KC to STL & it did not disappoint. Delicious food and outstanding coffee. Extremely friendly staff! Would recommend this place for sure!! read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

What a great spot! Loved the cozy seating area and the items in the market. Great food and coffee and exceptional service.

Ill start with the good with the place. It's the only spot to have a sit down meal off this highway exit. The place is nice and roomy, comfortable booths and tables,.and a huge bathroom which are all a plus for right off the highway. But now with the not so good. This sandwich with a bag of chips was $13.95, with the chips or an apple option being a $4 upcharge for either one. This is Nelson MO not Manhattan, for a sandwich this size it was way overpriced. I live in St.Louis city and the sandwiches I get for that price are 2 to 3 times the size. My wife's sandwich was even smaller, granted it was $9.95 with the bag of chips. We were really hoping for a more polished version of farm raised food. The food was tasty, but the portion sizes are an insult and we really wished we would've just drove a little farther and went to Midway Truck Stop for a meal. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

Food is amazing! And the service and ambience is wonderful! Our third visit to Cooper's and still impressed.

Food: amazing. Service: amazing. Ambiance: amazing. We had the Angus beef special, loaded lox & cream cheese everything bagel, bowl of fresh tomato & Gouda bisque and matcha. Everything was so very scrumptious. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Matcha - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

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We discovered this place on a road trip several months ago, and were excited to put in on our list of "must dos" when we passed through again. Coming from Denver, we wouldn't have expected this in rural MO! It's great. read more

Cooper's Coffee + Eatery - Iced latte - Cafes Near Me - Nelson, Missouri

As a cross country driver for my professional work life, I enjoy to see and stop by coffee/tea shops that welcome everyone, including truck drivers. This is one of my favorite spots to stop, when passing through, for a nice cup of hot or cold deliciousness, and tasty menu items to eat. They have great service and a very warming and welcoming atmosphere. They definitely do a fantastic job at keeping the place tidy and clean, for everyone's comfort and safety. If you haven't stopped by, or plan on driving along I-70, you NEED to experience the goodness of this place! read more

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What a pleasant find. We were headed home from out of town, saw the signs, verified the reviews and made the stop. The decor was adorable and welcoming. There was a mix of seating, from booths to tables to comfy 'lounge' chairs. The coffee hit the spot (thanks to the great recommendation from the server)! I got their specialty which included honey from the owner's farm. Delicious. The breakfast sandwiches were super hearty, served steaming hot and tasty. Would definitely recommend. read more

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An oasis on a long road trip. Limited menu but excellent food. Amazing coffee offerings; my maple cinnamon spice latte was a wonderful start to a long day ahead. Friendly service, and the space was unlike anything I've encountered along interstates anywhere---it was more like a coffee house, very fresh and inviting. Extra points for being a local business. read more

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Love the ambiance! Also, there is a dog park next door which makes it handy for taking care of your puppy's needs on a long trip. Coffee and food are really good. For EV drivers: there is an EV charger at the gas station across the street. Not sure if it's Level 2 or 3. read more

I'm a sucker for supporting small businesses. So as we were driving through Nelson, MO I looked for a local coffee shop & found this super cute little shop right off I70. I ordered an iced caramel brown sugar latte & it was delicious. If your passing through do stop, you won't be disappointed! read more

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