The Middle-Of-Nowhere General Store With Some Of The Best Burgers And Barbecue In Washington

The long, lonesome road down central Washington along the Columbia River has some surprises - none bigger than the big red building awaiting on  Entiat River Road in the town of Ardenvoir. Cooper's General Store and Cafe has become a one-stop shop for anything travelers might need as they continue through the state. However, the attached cafe is so much more than a place to fill up. It's become a destination for meat-loving foodies from around the Pacific Northwest. So drive in and chow down!

The big red awning of Cooper's General Store can be seen as soon as you enter town - and you'll want to stop.

It's a long way to the next city, so this all-in-one building has a post office, a store with supplies and snacks, and even a souvenir stand to remember your visit here!

The weather during winter in the area can get rough, so Cooper's is a key outpost for the region when you don't want to travel too far.

But keep an eye on the big sign outside the building; it'll tell you what's awaiting you in the cafe!

Cooper's Cafe may look like a standard neighborhood tavern, but it's actually hiding some of the best general store grub around.

Their Cooper Burger is famous around the state, and after one bite of the beefy patty it won't be hard to see why.

However, the true star might be their pulled pork barbecue, which is slow-cooked and intensely flavorful.

The restaurant has a great love for pork. You'll find their meatloaf wrapped in bacon for a smoky kick.

Even the chicken legs are wrapped in bacon before being cooked! You won't want to go back to unwrapped chicken any time soon.

And on special night's, Cooper's turns into a top-tier steakhouse - serving up hand-cut prime rib at a reasonable price.

Have you made the long trip to Cooper's General Store and Cafe in Washington? Let us know all about your meal and shopping trip in the comments section! The cafe is always debuting new specials and hosting music and events, so make sure to drop by their Facebook page to make the most of your trip!