A Slice of Simple Life at Pickwick Place - Bucyrus, Ohio…read more If you're road-tripping from Columbus to Lake Erie and craving a pause from the gas stations and fast food chains, make a detour to Pickwick Place in Bucyrus, Ohio. It's more than just a pit stop--it's a charming taste of Ohio's heartland, served up with a side of fresh jam and a blackberry lemonade slush. A Market Made for Food Lovers Pickwick's farmer's market is a celebration of all things local and delicious. Picture this: crates overflowing with vibrant, seasonal produce--ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, juicy peaches, and sweet corn picked that very morning. Alongside the produce, you'll find a bounty of locally made goods--jams and jellies in every flavor imaginable, homemade pickles, fresh-baked breads, and dressings that taste like something your grandma whipped up in her kitchen. And let's talk about the fry pies. If you know, you know. If you don't--these handheld pockets of flaky pastry filled with gooey fruit fillings are reason enough to turn off the highway. They're my personal favorite indulgence here. Good luck stopping at just one. The market also stocks frozen meats from a local butcher, so if you've got a cooler in the trunk, you can take a little taste of Pickwick home to your own grill. Handcrafted Charm in Every Corner Step into the second building and you're met with a world of homemade crafts and rustic decor. It's like walking into a Pinterest board come to life--wooden signs, hand-stitched items, seasonal decorations, and more. Whether you're looking for a cute centerpiece or just browsing for inspiration, you'll find something to warm your home and heart. A Garden of Sunshine Out by the greenhouse, nature puts on her Sunday best. When we visited, sunflowers, zinnias, and wildflowers painted the landscape in bold, beautiful color. And here's the best part--you can grab a jar and some cutters, stroll through the garden, and build your own bouquet of fresh-cut flowers. It's a peaceful, slow moment in the middle of your day--and it smells amazing, too. Sit. Sip. Savor. If you're feeling a little hungry (again), Pickwick's small café has you covered with sandwiches and comfort foods that are perfect for a quick but satisfying lunch. Pair your meal with one of their frozen slush drinks, like the tart and tangy apple cider or the refreshing blackberry lemonade--trust me, it hits the spot on a summer day. Whether you're stocking up on fresh goods, hunting for homemade treasures, or just craving a peaceful stroll through blooming flowers, Pickwick Place is a reminder to slow down and enjoy the simple things. So next time you're heading north to the lake, carve out a little time to pull off the road and experience this gem tucked away in Bucyrus. Take the Trip. Your next adventure is waiting--maybe with a fry pie in hand.

The Pickwick Place is a treasure! Hey, renovated, former…read morehorse stable featuring fresh produce, large market, artisan, gift, shop, and café. A must stop if you were in the area!

Wonder why the place isnt packed? Showed up 30 minutes before work with 2 people ahead of me and 2…read moretickets on the counter. The girl behind the counter waited 10 minutes to even start the other order. Waited 20 minutes my order wasnt taken. When there are tickets to be made you dont mess around you make the ticket. No one has 20 plus minutes to wait for a coffee. I suggest remnant in Marion, alway people there and the baristas pump the drinks out like professionals​

Amazing coffee!!! The best razzmatazz I've ever had! Delicious breakfast sandwiches! And lovely…read morestaff! Bucyrus is lucky to have this little gem!

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.

Best coffee/lattes in the area! Super friendly staff and great tasting coffee. They have pastries…read moreand ice cream as well. You must try this place. We will be back!

Great coffee spot with food on the corner of the downtown. They also have ice cream!read more

came here for a sit down with a friend. the menu was all over the place & didn't really have many…read moreoptions. sandwich came out warm. smoothie has little to no taste. salad was good but no go on the ranch, most likely store bought (has a synthetic taste). the service was alright, workers were nice but a little loud. has good size places to sit & chat.

When I was on my stroll in downtown Findlay I was looking for a coffee shop and stumbled upon this…read moreplace! Great place to get a coffee and chill! There is also food available! Very quaint place and excellent coffee!!

WORTH A TRIP JUST FOR THIS! The local is an UNDERGROUND coffee and tea bar in downtown Oberlin…read more Sister to the beloved Slow Train cafe, this little cave of wonders has a similar menu with a VERY different vibe. Cozy and refreshing, a great place to grab your caffeine fix and get some work done! Cave vibes with timeless furnishings an staff that keep things simple, moving swiftly and with grace to get you a hot (or cold) cup of whatever you like to get you back to the grindstone, quickly and well equipped! As for my espresso - temped correctly with bright acidity at the front, finishing smooth with notes of tart cherry, dark chocolate and molasses. Will come back to hide in a book or do breathing exercises.

Great bagels and coffee. Can get super busy but the vibe inside is unmatched. Super cozy and cute,…read morea great place to get work done or to meet friends.

I have to poop while writing this. It's a really really cool spot and a really really REALLY good…read moredrink :) we got stuff. Passion strawberry 16oz refresher so kawaii. That being said, I do have to poop. So. See ya on the next one cowpokes. Happy trails.

We visited Brewed Awakening while briefly visiting Vermilion. The drip coffee was served yourself…read moreand despite letting staff know we were staying we were given disposable cups. The drip coffee cup seemed to be foam. The coffee itself seemed weak. I am one of those people who prefer to drip coffee out of a mug. The coffee shop was busy and it is located in the downtown area. The coffee shop offered a decent amount of seating and activities for children. Our visit to Brewed Awakening was unremarkable.

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!!!

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!

Came here since we had some free drinks to redeem from our tour at Mount Vernon Nazarene…read moreuniversity. They had this location linked to the language pathology department. So we got to try three different drinks. Grayson was our server... He was super nice and helpful navigating us through the drink options. He even asked how our tour went at the university. The shop is super quaint & bustling w/ energetic students. Our chai tea latte was amazing. The mango lemonade was good & tart. I'm not a coffee drinker but the dirty chai tea was good. The bakery items looked awesome but we were too stuffed. Great little cafe!

A Nazarene student-run coffee shop serving Knox County. Relaxed vibe, great location in Mount…read moreVernon's meager downtown, and lots of great iced/hot coffees and teas. Their pastries are locally-made and sooo good (I recommend the knockoff poptarts)! Friendly staff, fair prices, and a bright, modern space with a solid amount of seating.