Half Baked Bistro is your destination for fresh, scratch made cuisine with a modern twist. Stop in to enjoy a fresh espresso or latte with husband and wife restaurateurs, Chef Nav and Rebecca Ajodhya. Known for their fresh flavors and unique twists, we recommend the Jamaica Me Crazy Latte or their signature Half Baked Mocha. Need more than a sip? Together, they artfully fuse Caribbean and European culinary traditions, presenting a menu of vibrant, delightful dishes that are both memorable and craveable. Great for anyone craving fresh flavor, on the go.

Trail Tip: Half Baked Bistro (Mount Vernon) is a 0.5 mile ride from the CA&C Visitor Center along the Heart of Ohio Trail and Kokosing Gap Trail in Mount Vernon.

Half Baked Bistro is your destination for fresh, stratch made cuisine with a modern twist. Stop in to enjoy a fresh espresso or latte with husband and wife restauranteurs, Chef Nav and Rebecca Ajodhya. Known for their fresh flavors and unique twists, we recommend the Jamaica Me Crazy latte or their signature Half Baked Mocha. Need more than a sip? Together, they artfully fuse Caribbean and European culinary traditions, presenting a menu of vibrant, delightful dishes that are both memorable and crave able. Great for anyone craving fresh flavors, on the go!

Trail Tip: Half Baked Bistro (Centerburg) is only 0.3 miles from the Heart of Ohio Trail, and the middle of the Ohio to Erie Trail (326-mile trail from the Ohio River to Lake Erie). While enjoying the trail, don't forget to get your selfie at the Middle Point selfie station and stop to shop on Main Street in Centerburg.

Happy Bean is committed to serving high-quality coffee, espresso and tea to Knox County. Happy Bean also offers local baked goods, including gluten free options. Their motto, #BREWHOPE, came from their desire to support local organizations that are giving a helping hand to those in need.

Trail Tip: Happy Bean is located in the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon and is just steps from the South Main Dog Fountain (Voted Best Public Art by Midwestern Traveler Magazine) and Y-NOT Bike Shop.

Ditch the donut for a kolache! This Centerburg gem pairs gourmet coffee with traditional Czech/Texas pastries, offering both savory and sweet perfection. Experience the charm of a warm, family-owned atmosphere while you sip and savor your way through their truly unique menu.

Trail Tip: Perfectly positioned right off the Heart of Ohio Trail and Ohio to Erie Trail, Kolacheez is the ultimate "bike-friendly" pit stop for cyclists and road-trippers alike. Park your bike out front and enjoy their green space for perfect afternoon break. Don't forget they have a drive-thru!

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a cute café experience, North Main Café in the heart of Mount Vernon, is the perfect destination to satisfy your cravings. With exceptional house-brewed coffee, tea, breakfast and lunch, you’re sure to find something to love. They take pride in their Instagram-worthy dishes, lattes, and bubble teas!

Trail Tip: Enjoy a 0.5 mile ride from North Main Cafe to the CA&C Visitor Center to start your journey on the Heart of Ohio Trail or Kokosing Gap Trail. Either way, your trip down Main Street is a great way to experience the art and sights of Downtown Mount Vernon.

The Blonde Robin is a one-of-a-kind boutique in Danville, OH, offering a unique combination of women's clothing, jewelry, home décor, a full coffee shop and more.Right when you walk in our store, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing the stress from life stops at the door! Stop at the cafe for a delicious specialty coffee then head out to their covered porch, put your feet up, and relax in the shade.

Trail Tip: The Blonde Robin is only 0.3 mile bike ride to The Mohican Valley Trail. Head East on The Mohican Valley Trail 4.3 miles to reach The Bridge of Dreams in Brookhaven, Ohio. The Bridge of Dreams is a 370-foot covered bridge located near Brinkhaven, Ohio. Originally built in the 1920s as a railroad bridge, and covered in 1998. It is the second longest covered bridge in Ohio after the Smolen–Gulf Bridge, and third longest covered bridge in the United States.

Your morning jolt does double duty: you get incredible coffee while supporting a business deeply dedicated to connecting and uplifting Fredericktown and Knox County. From perfectly pulled espresso to your favorite latte, every delicious, handcrafted drink at The Brickhouse Grind is part of their mission to reinvest in the community where we all live, work and visit. Don't forgot to shop their extensive gift shop full of local art, clothing, gifts and more.

Trail Tip: The Brickhouse Grind is just a few minutes away from The Shoppe on Main, located near the Owl Creek Trail (1.4 mile trail), where they offer bike rentals by hour.

Occupying Gambier’s busiest intersection, the coffee house offers a full array of coffees and teas, plus bagels, pastries, cookies, soups and light sandwiches. More importantly, this is the place where friends meet for a snack, professors have long talks with students and classes sometimes gather to elucidate texts between sips. Day or night, the booths and tables are occupied by people chatting, reading, writing, browsing through a newspaper, spending quality time with their laptops or just taking a quiet break.