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    The Copper Train

    4.6 (57 reviews)

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Avocado chicken melt with seasonal salad plus pasta salad (the specials never miss!!)
    Delia S.

    This is my absolute favorite place to write and have a healthy (or indulgent if I so choose) lunch. I've been on the hunt for the best coffee shop in town and this one you can't beat. There's lots of seating (including a couch, sofa area) and there's lots of natural light coming in. The coffee is good and strong (they make the best London fog). You must try their baked goods. Seasonal, so they are constantly changing and all knockouts.

    Very good breakfast sandwiches! My go-to is the breakfast sandwich with sausage and sunny side up egg with a side of diced taters!

    Merch includes some local artisan's woodworking + cool shelving!
    Ed H.

    Copper Train is a great addition to downtown Alabaster. Recently met some friends there for breakfast and coffee. Cozy interior, but on the small side with just a handful of tables. I only had a latte, which was very good. They source their coffee from Baba Java in Hoover. Others in our group had breakfast and a pastry, which looked delicious. Service was fast and friendly. I like how they showcase some local artisans' products. Will definitely be back.

    Gravy biscuit with eggs and bacon
    bill m.

    This is a new place that has only been open a short few days. The atmosphere is very nice and clean. The staff are friendly and inviting. I had the gravy biscuit with eggs. The gravy is excellent the eggs could stand to be fluffier the star is the bacon was perfect. Worth the trip.

    The Big Timmy Sandwich and Watermelon, Feta and Jimaca Salad!

    The food was absolutely amazing! The staff were super friendly. Great pricing. Nice atmosphere! We will be back!

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    Great Breakfast. The staff was exceptionally attentive. The atmosphere was cheerful and a happy place.

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    Good food, good service. Nice addition to Alabaster. Was there for breakfast and really enjoyed it.

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    Very cute local business. The food was great! Customer service excellent. Highly recommend.

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