Dining and nightlife in West Virginia offer a warm blend of local flavor, Appalachian charm, and lively entertainment for both visitors and residents. From cozy farm-to-table restaurants and family-owned diners to craft breweries, wineries, and trendy food trucks, West Virginia’s culinary scene celebrates fresh, locally sourced ingredients and traditional recipes with a modern twist. For more information on dining, visit our guide to Dining and Nightlife in West Virginia
GRAFTON, W.Va. — Six state park restaurants in West Virginia will host Mother’s Day lunches and buffets on May 10, offering families across the state a scenic and memorable way to celebrate. Parks offering a special lunch include
HURRICANE, W.Va. — Known for its made-from-scratch biscuit sandwiches, Tudor’s Biscuit World has been a staple of Appalachian cuisine since it first opened and is one of the only fast-food chains of its size to originate in West Virginia. Elizabeth Epling, the marketing director for Tudor’s, shared some facts about the growing chain, including that, … Read more
Residents of Bridgeport, West Virginia, and visitors passing through on I-79 have a new go-to spot at which to boost their health in a yummy way. Clean Juice, a USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise, has opened its newest location at 139 Conference Center Way. The fast-casual juice bar is owned and operated by health advocates … Read more
The West Virginia Tourism Office has launched an online guide to dining to promote restaurants in the Mountain State that are operating during the coronavirus outbreak and help encourage residents to support local establishments. On March 18, Governor Jim Justice issued an executive order formally directing all restaurants and bars in West Virginia to limit … Read more
Early spring is sure to be great for foodies in north-central West Virginia, where Stonewall Resort is set to host three culinary events in addition to weekly themed dinner options. Late February and March is an ideal time to escape the end-of-winter humdrum, says Andre’ D’Amour, general manager at the luxury resort located in Stonewall … Read more
A growing foodie’s paradise, South Charleston, West Virginia, may now boast the highest concentration of international restaurants in the Mountain State, according to some estimates. The city of 12,000 now boasts 60 restaurants, including nine Asian, five Italian, four Mexican, ten American, and four Mediterranian eateries, as well as four dessert shops and 36 chain … Read more
The Cabell-Huntington Convention and Visitors Bureau is requesting proposals from qualified restaurateurs to take over approximately 1,604 square feet of restaurant space in the visitors center at Heritage Station, according to bureau director Tyson Compton. A chief anchor for tourism in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, the center and station attract daytime and evening traffic from … Read more
Visitors are usually surprised when they walk through the door of Maggie’s Pub in Fayetteville, West Virginia. Only a stone’s throw from the New River Gorge, they may expect an outdoorsy theme to match that of this outdoorsy town — the annual destination for thousands of hikers, bikers, paddlers, and rock climbers. Instead, they’re met … Read more
I believe West Virginia was made for romance, and I can think of no better Valentine’s Day weekend adventure than one spent dining after a drive through the breath-taking West Virginia countryside. For a romantic like myself, it’s a wonderful weekend to dine out, when you can secure reservations. Here are four romantic venues I’ve … Read more
A Fayetteville, W.Va., couple is working to lure travelers off the expressway and into businesses that provide healthier, independent options. Scott and Amanda Keffer, who have earned reputations as health gurus in a town known for its outdoor recreation, say they’re on a mission to ensure good health for the local business community as well as … Read more
