On my continuing drive-about breakfast adventures, I stumbled into Edison Depot -- part restaurant,…read morepart coffee shop, part ice cream parlor, and 100% small-town charm. First impression? The place was incredibly clean -- the kind of clean where you almost hesitate to set down your coffee mug because you don't want to mess up the shine. Inside, the locals were holding court: talking crops, local happenings, and laughing like this was their morning news network. It felt less like eavesdropping and more like I'd been drafted into the Edison Breakfast Club. I went with the Country Fried Steak and scrambled eggs (the waitress must've sensed I needed backup protein). The food was solid, classic diner fare -- hearty enough to fuel a day of farming, driving, or just another round of local gossip. The real MVP? The service. My waitress treated coffee refills like an Olympic relay -- the bottom of my cup never once saw daylight. For the tribe, I ordered a breakfast bowl, a half order of biscuits and gravy, some bacon, and even oatmeal to keep things balanced. The portions were generous, and it all packed up neatly for the road. Pro Tip: Don't just come hungry, come curious. Sit back, sip your coffee, and you'll leave knowing more about Edison crops than you ever planned. Verdict: Edison Depot is the kind of place where breakfast isn't just a meal -- it's a community event with eggs, gravy, and unlimited coffee on the side.

This is just a diner so I am rating it as such. Personally I have lower expectations for little…read morediners compared to normal restaurants. It's a unique place with an old train car built into the structure. Be careful on the steps. Tjey don't have anything vegan and not much is vegetarian, but my parents enjoy the burgers and say it's much better than fast food. I had a grilled cheese with fries. It was good, if a little basic, but it was also really cheap. Could make it at home, but nice to eat out sometimes. Much cheaper than grilled cheese at a food truck. The burgers are cheaper than fast food so it is better to go here as opposed to a fast food chain. They also have an ice cream parlor, but I haven't tried that yet. Over it's pretty good.

Love the interior! Great Buckeye Coffee! Love my Cuban sandwich. Highly recommend. Nice staff!…read more Had a little area to shop and purchased a few items! Will be back!

Stopped for a quick breakfast- Sames & Cook in Mt Gilead. An adorable little coffee shop downtown…read morewhere they have table service. Our server was amazing-very attentive, friendly and informative of things on the menu as was the girl behind the counter when we went up to pay. The food was good, however, my iced latte was lacking something.

Charming country cafe with a hearty and satisfying menu and friendly, helpful staff. The country…read moredecor is comfortable and bright, highlighted by the small local art and wares also offered for sale.

I didnt realize HOW far away this was from Columbus. It was definitely not close. By the time we…read moregot there for breakfast I was grumpy. I was getting hangry, for sure. But the owners of the cafe were so nice they quickly got me in a good mood. We ordered a breakfast bowl, avocado toast, scrambled eggs and a latte and a regular coffee. My husband enjoyed his breakfast bowl. My avocado toast was excellent. Scrambled egg was nicely cooked and it was affordable. The entire meal was maybe 18 bucks. Very affordable What is nice about this place is it really is community centric. Most everything they sell seems to be local or Ohio made. They open their space for book fairs, painting classes and I think live music if I remember correctly. I was impressed with just how nice the owners were and as I said I really liked my breakfast! Thanks Cardington Cafe!

One of the best coffee shops in the Mansfield area!…read more The shop is super neat with a little store attached. (Forewarning though, there isn't a ton of seating.) The shop has a bunch of local made crafts and items as well as art classes as well! The baristas are always super friendly and the drinks are great! I love their frozen drink options. They have some that are on the healthier side as well which is always a plus!

The coffee is some of the best coffee I have ever had. I love coming here. The protein coffee…read moredrinks are my favorite. I love all the cute little local items they have for sale inside

This is a unique opportunity to do a little shopping for that special gift for someone who has…read moreeverything. They have such great one of a kind special finds by local artists and other artists. You could spend hours just roaming the building looking at the unique architecture. It has been refurbished to show off its 1800s heritage. They have a fabulous coffee shop and bakery. There are so many choices of coffees and teas that it is hard to limit yourself to one. I usually get one while I'm there and 1 to go. Their prices are better than some of the other named coffee shops. Their pastries are incredible. They melt in your mouth. The blueberry muffin is a big favorite but I love the pistachio pound cake. Honestly you cannot go wrong with anything you purchase. I would love to try a scone but I never get there early enough. They sell out pretty quickly. They even offer art classes in their loft. I recently attended one and was surprised that my picture turned out well enough to know what it was. The artist was great to work with and super patient. This is a hidden gem in downtown Marion, Ohio across from the county building and near the Palace. I wish I had tried it earlier. It is now one of my favorite places to relax with a cup of coffee or tea on a Saturday morning, alone or with my daughter, and do a little shopping. It should definitely be on your bucket list if you stop through our beautiful town.

Great spot in Mt. Vernon. Spots to park. Ample space for seating. Great lunch selection. Wonderful…read moredaily specials. I had the grilled cheese and chili... amazing. Very reasonably priced. Staff was charming. Definitely a lunch spot to smash while in town...

Walked in and instantly thought, "This is a coffee shop that secretly moonlights as a breakfast…read morejoint." The place was buzzing -- vaulted ceilings plus a full house of caffeine-fueled chatter meant I got surround sound with my omelette. The sausage and cheese omelette was solid. The hashbrowns? Let's just say they were more "supporting actor" than "star of the show." And the toast... well, it came out as a slice. Singular. Like they were rationing carbs for the apocalypse. The coffee was great, though -- it's basically DIY, but I'll take any place that trusts me enough to handle the pot. All in all, a good stop if you want a quick bite, a strong cup of coffee, and the chance to test your hearing against acoustics that rival a cathedral.

Stopped in on a Saturday morning for chai tea and a breakfast sandwich. All good - fresh,…read moredelicious, friendly service, comfortable seating areas. Good whole wheat bagels can be hard to find. The Ruberry sandwich was excellent.

Everything!!! The place was dirty the people did not wear gloves or wash there hands after each…read moretime the made a new drink

Tied for the "Best coffee shop on our trip through Georgia-Kentucky-Tennessee-Ohio-Pennsylvania-New…read moreYork-Canada-Vermont-New Hampshire-Maine-Maryland over 16 days in 2025". There was one in Maine every bit as good. To be fair some states were just drive-through, but we tried coffee shops in all but 2 of those listed. This was a really great place. Quiet, brightly lit, nicely decorated. A quaint mix of old and new. Excellent coffee. Excellent pastries. Roomy enough on a weekday morning.

Nickel and Bean continues to amaze me and draw me to AND make me stop the quaint village of…read moreLexington Ohio whenever I go thru it! Whelp yelp: Let me tell you... it is WORTH the stop. They have a private parking lot and a drive thru... however I recommend you dont drive thru. Nothing wrong with driving thru... its just the inside is so perfect and welcoming. They have friendly attentive staff and most of all, the way they present their baked goods and the quality of said baked goods is worth the steps inside. Everything is hand created there. Speaking of the food: The breakfast biscuit made on the herbed biscuit is a MUST get. If you don't get one and someone in your party does.. you "will" have food envy. Not even joking. It is that good. We surprised our friends at a dog show down the road ag the richland county fair with breakfast sandwiches and baked goods from Nickel and Bean and they multiple times brought up how good the sammie was. If you havent stopped in... go! Now!!!

My husband & I love coffee, and visit a lot of coffee shops. This is our favorite so far! Great…read morecustomer service as well

Best place to get coffee and refreshment. Excellent variety of flavors for yours drinks. Staff is…read moreextremely friendly and welcoming. And it's located in an area of Ohio where there isn't many option for food or entertainment. This coffee shop has beautiful scenery to look at and enjoy as you relax indoors and outdoors. Not to mention there is golf and an excellent barbecue diner there as well! Highly recommend to coffee lovers and sight seekers alike!

Came here to meet an old friend at 9 AM this past Saturday. While I was surprised that our…read morecoffee shop didn't open until nine with all the construction I guess that's understandable. We did have to stand in line and wait for our coffee, but the barista were working as quickly as they could in the service was fine. it was good in the seating in the room to the left was ample with a nice view of city news and Coney Island across the street where I used to go as a kid which was priceless

Super cute shop on the main street in downtown Mansfield! We ordered 4 drinks, 2 cold drinks and 2…read morehot lattes. Though the line was a little long and there was a crowd that already ordered waiting for drinks, we were in and out in about 10 minutes. The staff were friendly, the latte art is always appreciated, and the decor and availability of beverages other than coffee didn't go unnoticed. The only potential negative is that I heard it's a hike to get to the bathroom and it requires a super long metal stick key that you have to pick up from the front counter. Parking is along the street out front.