The 10 Best Food & Drink in West Virginia, United States

March 13, 2022 Sheron Bogner

As you would expect, The Mountain State displays rustic charm with dramatic river gorges, large limestone caverns and spectacular mountain views. West Virginia hosts outdoor enthusiasts and family vacationers looking for fresh-air activities and serene mountain atmosphere. If stimulating city holidays are your preference, Charleston combines warm hospitality with a lovely riverside location. A family-friendly destination, you’ll discover children’s theatre, river park recreation and popular Bridge Road for shopping and dining. Smaller towns blend outdoor adventure with quaint village atmospheres. Set between the New, Greenbrier and Bluestone Rivers, Hinton is an historic rail town filled with turn-of-the-century architecture and a host of water activities at its doorstep – rafting, fishing, kayaking and more. In the heart of West Virginia, Summersville is a “Mountain Water Playground.” Its lakeside location encourages outdoor recreation from swimming and boating to scuba diving and rafting. And history buffs can trace Civil War battles throughout the states historic sites and state parks. Hiking or horseback riding along trails through deep hardwood forests is another family favorite, especially when you stop for a picnic along a clear mountain stream.
Restaurants in West Virginia

1. Lost River Farmers Market

1089 Mill Gap Rd, Lost River, WV 26810-8422 +1 304-897-8207 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lost-River-Farmers-Market/136533009882924
Excellent
78%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 9 reviews

Lost River Farmers Market

2. Smooth Ambler Distillery

745 Industrial Park Road, Maxwelton, WV 24957 +1 304-497-3123 http://www.smoothambler.com/
Excellent
91%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 130 reviews

Smooth Ambler Distillery

Smooth Ambler produces fine artisan spirits by combining patient Appalachian know-how with the finest of American ingredients. Located in the rural Greenbrier Valley of West Virginia, Smooth Ambler uses state-of-the-art distillery equipment in conjunction with natural resources of the region: high-valley mountain air, natural waters, ideal temperature variations and friendly folks. These elements combined with a hands-on, grain-to-glass distilling, cutting and filtering process create a truly remarkable drink best enjoyed one slow sip at a time. It is a fact that Smooth Ambler Spirits are now produced at the highest and purest level possible anywhere in the world.

Reviewed By John2728 - Washington DC, United States

When I stopped by, only had time to buy a bottle, so didn't get to sample anything. Also it was during the pandemic, so tasting was done outside in a nice trailer/bar. Once inside, quickly looked through the gift shop and settled on a bottle of Contradiction bourbon....very tasty! The staff were very nice and I only wish I'd had time to take the tour. Next time!

3. Bloomery Plantation Distillery

16357 Charles Town Rd, Charles Town, WV 25414-5489 +1 304-725-3036 http://www.bloomerysweetshine.com
Excellent
90%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
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Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 275 reviews

Bloomery Plantation Distillery

We have closed our tasting room. After seven years we thought it was time for a change. Thank you to all of the wonderful guests , now friends, that have visited over the years. Keep following us on social media to see what the next chapter looks like. Cheers.

4. Brew Keepers

2245 Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 +1 304-238-9132 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/BrewKeepers
Excellent
100%
Good
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Brew Keepers

Brewery & Taproom. Pints, Flights, and Samples. Also ffering Growler & Crowler service for off premise consumption. We are a BYOF establishment.

5. Wardensville Garden Market

28813 Sr 55, Wardensville, WV 26851-8200 +1 304-470-8050 [email protected] http://wardensvillegardenmarket.org
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Wardensville Garden Market

6. Weathered Ground Brewery

2027 Flat Top Rd, Cool Ridge, WV 25843-9303 +1 304-223-2500 [email protected] http://www.weatheredgroundbrewery.com/
Excellent
78%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 9 reviews

Weathered Ground Brewery

Small batch WV ales & lagers painstakingly crafted with the finest local ingredients, and a whole lot of love! The brewery hosts a spacious taproom and outdoor patio open Wednesday thru Sunday. On draught are 20 beers crafted by Weathered Ground Brewery along with wine, coffee and other non-alcoholic beverages. Our draught list will naturally rotate with other beers in production. The taproom currently serves small, seasonal plates that pair well with the beers we have on tap.

7. Chestnut Ridge Winery

15 Chestnut Rdg, Spencer, WV 25276-1748 +1 304-377-5721 [email protected] http://chestnutridgewinery.com
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Chestnut Ridge Winery

Chestnut Ridge Winery is owned by Teresa Holcomb. We specialize in Dry, Semi Dry and Semi Sweet Wines. We have a large deck and patio for our customers to enjoy the afternoon or evening with friends. We also carry locally made candles and soaps, along with wine-themed gifts. The Winery is located beside the Bens Run Hiking and Biking Trails.

8. MannCave Distilling Inc.

Excellent
95%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
0%
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

MannCave Distilling Inc.

With Multiple International Awards for the products, MannCave is off the beaten path, this state of the art distillery offers some of the best Vodka, Moonshine Gin and whiskey available. Come take a free tour and see how it is made, sample the products for free, and if you like them, purchase right on site. Distillery is approximately 3 miles from Jacksons Mill State 4H Camp. Driving Directions from I79 Exit 105: Head towards Jacksons Mill State 4H camp. Take US-19 South to Jacksons Mill Rd (6.4 miles). Turn Right onto Jacksons Mill Rd, go (3 miles) to the end of the road and turn Left on Old Mill Rd (by firehouse). go 500ft and turn right on Valley Chapel Rd. Just past Dominion Energy (2.5 miles), Take the next Right, Millstone Rd and then the left fork in 500ft (Left Millstone Rd, gravel), go approximately 1 mile (past Cheyanne Drive stay left at the 1/2 mile mark) to the big blue building on the left side.

9. Mountain State Distillery

800 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25301-2807 +1 681-265-5038 [email protected] http://www.mountainstatedistillery.com
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Mountain State Distillery

Downtown Charleston's first distillery featuring sampling bar and gift shop. On-site distillery operations include mashing, fermentation, distillation, bottling and labeling.

Reviewed By 681dougm

Wonderful and friendly place go by and visit genuine people making genuine products support your local people and go by a visit a spell

10. High Ground Brewing

102 Railroad St, Terra Alta, WV 26764-1323 +1 304-789-1216 [email protected] http://www.highgroundbrewing.co
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

High Ground Brewing

We are a veteran-owned and family-run microbrewery in the mountains of Terra Alta in Preston County West Virginia. We have a rotating tap list that promises to offer plenty of variety so everyone can find something they love.

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