2 Best Restaurants in West Virginia, USA

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There’s no dearth of restaurants in West Virginia, and whether you’re in the mood for fast food or foie gras, you shouldn’t have any problem finding a place to eat. The state is dotted with cute coffee shops, cozy pubs, and even a few diners. There are numerous fine-dining options in the cities and historic towns, which range from casual yet chic bistros specializing in new American and modern fusion fare to formal old restaurants that serve classic dishes in elegant dining halls.

Blue Moon Cafe

$ Fodor's Choice

A great spot to stop for a beer and an inexpensive, healthy bite to eat, this bohemian café offers a menu built around salads, burgers, and relatively nutritious pub fare—think hummus plates and artichoke dips. There are tons of vegetarian options and a decent selection of gluten-free items, all of which are clearly marked. If you visit in the summer, try to get a seat on the back patio—it overlooks a pretty garden with a stream running through. Not that sitting inside is so bad: the interiors are interestingly done up with whimsical art and an array of differently shaped blue glass bottles.

Bavarian Inn

$$$

If you want hearty, authentic German fare, but don’t want to deal with jet lag or expensive plane tickets, the Bavarian Inn is as good as it gets this side of the Atlantic. There are four dining rooms at the inn, each of which serves American and German dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Popular pan-German dishes include Wiener schnitzel, sauerkraut, and sausages; it also has dishes specific to Bavaria, including schweinebraten (roast pork) and sauerbraten (marinated beef). Every autumn sees the inn’s wild-game festival, during which special meats such as wild boar and antelope are served.