Coursey's - Saint Joe

Coursey's is among the many restaurants highlighted in the newly released book, *Classic Eateries of the Ozarks and Arkansas River Valley*. Be sure to check it... read more Coursey's is among the many restaurants highlighted in the newly released book, *Classic Eateries of the Ozarks and Arkansas River Valley*. Be sure to check it out and order your copy at classiceateries.com! I understand the need to alter highway routes that have evolved from Native American trails, postal routes, and dirt roads to improve safety. However, I will never grasp why the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department chose to reroute U.S. 65 between Coursey’s Smoked Meats and Ferguson’s Country Store on the south side of St. Joe.

This is the best bacon I've ever tasted. We live in Nashville and have it shipped to us. I would choose this bacon over a fine steak any day. read more This is the best bacon I've ever tasted. We live in Nashville and have it shipped to us. I would choose this bacon over a fine steak any day.

Generations have visited this charming little green building just off US 65 (before the highway was rerouted a few years ago, it was right next to it). Featured... read more Generations have visited this charming little green building just off US 65 (before the highway was rerouted a few years ago, it was right next to it). Featured by Roadfood's Sterns, it's a beloved Arkansas classic with a rich history. Make sure to grab a snack bag... occasionally, the ends of smoked meats and cheeses are cut into cubes for easy munching and sold for just $2 a bag. These are incredibly addictive!

"The Bacon and the Ham" read more "The Bacon and the Ham"

We have been dining at Coursey's for 50 years! The bacon and ham are undoubtedly the best. The food is always delicious and perfect for any occasion, but especi... read more We have been dining at Coursey's for 50 years! The bacon and ham are undoubtedly the best. The food is always delicious and perfect for any occasion, but especially shines during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. The service is excellent, and they offer delivery meals. The average price per person ranges from $20 to $30.