Future feature · Winter
Supper’s handled.
One or two take-home dinners each week—preordered online, paid ahead and ready at a simple pickup time.
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Just south of Columbia · Near Rock Bridge
Good times
live here.
Historic general store. Two kitchens. A backroad bar. Live music under the trees.
Open, serving & playing
Today at Pierpont.
No more hunting through social posts. Start here for today’s hours, kitchen availability and plans.
Current service hoursStore open today · Kitchen schedule available below.
The general store + fuel stop
Fuel up.
Stock up.
Cold drinks for the road. Something sweet for later. Everyday essentials and local finds, right here at Pierpont.
Call for current fuel prices.Call (573) 442-2701
89Unleaded- 91Ethanol-free
- DieselDiesel fuel
Take a look inside
More than a quick stop.
From cold drinks and everyday basics to something made nearby.
What's on the shelves?
- Cold drinks
- Sodas, bottled water, energy and sports drinks, tea and juice.
- Beer, cider + liquor
- Domestic and craft beer, cider, non-alcoholic beer, whiskey, vodka, rum and tequila.
- Snacks + frozen treats
- Candy, chips, pretzels, popcorn, jerky, ice cream and frozen pizzas.
- Groceries + basics
- Milk, eggs, butter, cheese, bread, pantry staples and household supplies.
- Local finds
- Local honey, handmade soaps and Pierpont merchandise.
- On-the-go essentials
- Sunscreen, bug spray, basic personal-care items and automotive fluids.
Selection changes. Call the store for current availability.
Make a plan
October at
Pierpont.
Live music, coffee pop-ups, community gatherings and a whole month of reasons to stop by.
Follow live updatesOutdoor plans
Weather happens. We’ll keep you posted.
Outdoor kitchen and stage plans may change. Check this page or call before heading over when the weather looks questionable.
Private events & catering
Room for your kind of gathering.
See the real spaces, explore buffet catering menus and start with a clear rental price.
- Covered porch · up to 45 · from $200
- Lower patio · up to 35 · from $150
- Expanded patio · 85–90 · from $600
- Pierpont buffet catering · $17.50 / person
Rates and availability are confirmed when Pierpont replies to your inquiry.
The people, pours + place
Life at
Pierpont.
Live music, patio afternoons and the kind of local character you only find down this road.
Take some Pierpont home
Good gifts.
Great stories.
Real Pierpont tees, hoodies, hats and small keepsakes—available in the store.
Available online now
Gift cards for the Pierpont people in your life.
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See all merchandise
See the full confirmed price list, current hat collection and available merchandise. Sizes, colors and stock can rotate.
A backroad landmark
Old soul.
Fresh chapter.
Pierpont has been part of this stretch of road since 1889. Today it’s still a general store—and also the place you bring friends for lunch, music and an unhurried evening outside.
Plan your first visit
Serving the road since1889
★★★★★
Great patio. Live music. Friendly people. A local favorite worth the drive.
Come on down
Worth the turn off.
Find us on Highway 163, just south of Columbia and close to Rock Bridge Memorial State Park.
Find us
7650 Missouri 163Columbia, MO 65203
Call or write
Good to know
Children are always welcome · Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome in our outdoor areas · Outdoor plans are weather-dependent