If youâre like us and always craving comfort food (no shame), youâve come to the right place. Almost Heaven is the perfect destination for foodies and casual diners alike â from fried chicken and gravy to delish desserts.
This season is the perfect time for you to treat your palette to some of the Mountain Stateâs best comfort food. Hereâs where to find them! đ
Christopherâs Eats đĽŠ
Barboursville, WV
Christopherâs Eats in Barboursville boasts a relaxing atmosphere with excellent food. You will love the variety of juicy burgers, hearty meatloaf, classic prime sirloin, fried chicken and so much more. Save some room for seasonal cheesecake, classic mud pie and other desserts that will bring you back to your childhood. If youâre suddenly feeling a mini boost of nightlife energy, stick to one of their
In lesser words, you canât go wrong with any dish you order at Christopherâs.
Jimâs Steak & Spaghetti House đ
Huntington, WV
Jimâs Steak & Spaghetti House is the hallmark of Huntingtonâs best local comfort food offerings. Nothing tops a plate of Jimâs famous homemade spaghetti. Venture off by trying the haddock fish sandwich, and save room for homemade pie by the slice. Enjoy a family atmosphere that has traditionally served as a meeting place for Huntington locals and out-of-town explorers for decades.
Sirianniâs Cafe đ
Davis, WV
Consider Sirianniâs Cafe, a comfort food hub right in the heart of Davis in Tucker County. Say ciao to fresh and flavorful pizza and other local favorites in an eclectic atmosphere. Choose from an array of homemade pasta dishes, including mussel linguine, lemon linguine, Putanesca and much more. Between the relaxing setting, made-from-scratch dishes and friendly locals, youâll feel right at home here.
While youâre in this slice of Almost Heaven, take the eight-minute drive to the beautiful Blackwater Falls State Park and explore the 57-foot Blackwater Falls and the Almost Heaven swing!
Helvetia Hutte đ§
Helvetia, WV
Just under a 30-minute drive from Holly River State Park, Helvetia Hutte Restaurant is a hidden gem in Randolph County â offering a blend of Swiss and Appalachian comfort cuisine. Swiss settlers established this community, and Helvetia invites you to enjoy comfort food with a fresh, yet homey feel. Get a plate full of their signature bratwurst, parsley potatoes, sauerkraut, homemade bread, local cheese and homemade peach cobbler for dessert. Youâll find much more to love about this charming spot once you step inside.
Basilâs Sports Bar & Grill đ
Weirton, WV
Head toward the tip of the Mountain State and see what the Northern Panhandle is all about. Basilâs Sports Bar & Grill boasts a generous selection of craft beers to pair with their loaded âBig League Burgersâ and hot dogs: the perfect comfort food combo for game day. Their signature black and bleu burger, featuring Cajun seasoning, bacon, and bleu cheese crumbles, is a favorite. Youâll also love their beer-battered fish or a bowl of hot chili.
Sumthinâ Good Soul Food đ
South Charleston, WV
For some true Southern-style cooking, make a trip to South Charleston and load up at Sumthinâ Good Soul Food. Sink your teeth into a brisket sandwich, pulled pork, ribs, fried chicken, chicken and waffles, fried catfish, cornbread, mashed potatoes, and so much more. For dessert, treat yourself to sweet potato pie, peach cobbler, banana cake, sweet wine cake and peanut butter cake. Chances are good that youâll find your favorite comfort food here (or maybe a new one).
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