Our top 9 West Virginia restaurants from tried-and-true classics to new hotspots
From charming French bistro’s to mouthwatering sandwich shops, there’s good food in every corner of West Virginia. In the Local Palate’s 2024 Restaurants Issue, Brittany Furbee offers a guide to new and tried-and-true local spots with these 9 West Virginia restaurants.
5 New West Virigina Restaurants
Bistro 112 | Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Bistro 112 is a charming, French-inspired restaurant that features classic dishes like escargot, French onion soup, and steak frites. The restaurant prides itself on its well-curated wine list that predominately features Champagnes and other French wines, as well as selections from Italy and California. @bistro112
Fernbank Public House | Charleston, West Virginia
Owned by Mike Medley and Brian Henderson, two veterans in the Charleston restaurant scene, Fernbank Public House is a farm-to-table bistro meets bar and grill. The menu celebrates humble items: pimento cheese fries, mojo pork sandwiches, and goat cheese bacon burgers, all crafted with ingredients sourced from local farmers and food producers whenever possible. 304-346-9935
The Grill on Third | Huntington, West Virginia
The Grill on Third is the third Huntington concept from owner Clint Artip. With fresh seafood and locally sourced meats, customers hae their choice of filet mignon, prime rib, sea bass, or pork chops, with array of sides. The grill also features a full-service bar with an excellent selection of wines and bourbons. @thegrillonthird
La Tapatia Super Mercado | Clarksburg, West Virginia
La Tapatia Super Mercado is the go-to place for authentic Mexican food and groceries in Morgantown—and its second location is now open in Clarksburg. With the restaurant situated directly in the middle of the Latin market filled with seasonings, hot sauces, and peppers, visitors can savor mouthwatering chimichangas, ceviche, and flautas and then shop for everything they need to create their own Mexican dishes at home. latapatiamarketwv.com
Secret Sandwich Society | Fayetteville, West Virginia
Three years after a catastrophic fire destroyed the flagship restaurant, the Secret Sandwich Society has risen from the ashes and is breathing new life into the culinary scene in Fayetteville and thrilling locals with its return. With original sandwiches, burgers, and salads named after presidents, first ladies, and secret service codes, like the Eleanor bacon and blue cheese salad or the Truman turkey and peach jam sandwich, it delivers impressive bites that reflect a triumphant comeback. @secret_sandwich_society
4 Tried & True West Virginia Restaurants
Stefano’s | Morgantown, West Virginia
This family-operated Morgantown staple offers a mix of Italian and American cuisine. With fresh seafood flown in daily and popular dry-aged prime cuts, the restaurant has long been adored for its intimate dining and big-city fare. @stefanosofmorgantown
Drover’s Inn Restaurant and Tavern | Wellsburg, West Virginia
With a recent renovation, this historic restaurant built in 1848 offers a combination of rustic charm and a modern menu with items like smoked salmon filets and broiled haddock—along with an underground tavern. @drovers_inn_1848
Vagabond Kitchen | Wheeling, West Virginia
Chef and owner Matt Welsch is a West Virginia native who turns his fervor for quality food and miles on the road into an exercise of culinary anthropology for the Appalachian Region. A staple in the Wheeling community since 2014, the Vagabond Kitchen offers old favorites gussied up, like Salisbury steak with rosemary potatoes, and smoked chicken pot pie. @vagabondkitchenwv
Ish Kitchen | Davis, West Virginia
Ish Kitchen, located at the retro roadside Billy Motel, is a revamped restaurant owned by Joy Malinowski, a seasoned 40-year veteran in the hospitality industry. With multiple countries and cuisines represented on the menu (think dishes like Spanish papas bravas, Vietnamese grape leaves, and Indian saag paneer), there’s always something new to discover here. @thebillymotel
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Brittany Furbee
Brittany Furbee is an award-winning competitive home chef and recipe developer from Morgantown, West Virginia. In between cooking competitions, Brittany develops recipes and digital content for national brands, performs cooking demonstrations, and serves as a judge at culinary events throughout her home-state.
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