Dining out is always a treat, but when you can combine delicious food with a killer river view, you’ve really hit the jackpot. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal with friends, or a special occasion dinner, there’s something for you on this list.
- Elk River Inn & Restaurant, Slaty Fork
Elk River Inn & Restaurant/Facebook
Elk River Inn & Restaurant/Facebook This beautiful restaurant has been featured in magazines such as “Cooking Light” and “Bon Appetit.” The food is fresh and delicious, and the setting is just spectacular - especially on winter nights! Highway 219, Slaty Fork.
- Smokey’s on the Gorge, Lansing
Smokey’s on the Gorge/Facebook
Smokey’s on the Gorge/Facebook Smokey’s on the Gorge has gorgeous views and amazing food. Featured on The Food Network, this casual spot has surprisingly gourmet food. 1 Ames Heights Road, Lansing.
- The Crooked Dock, Wellsburg
The Crooked Dock/Facebook
Ruby A./Yelp This casual little spot is the perfect place for some boiled shrimp or a tasty sandwich. Free dock parking! 30 12th Street, Wellsburg.
- Uncle Pete’s, Wheeling
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Bonnie G./Yelp This little restaurant has a quaint exterior with a surprise in the back - a great deck with a view of the river! Try the French dip. 753 Main Street, Wheeling.
- The Chop House, Charleston
The Chop House Charleston/Facebook
The Chop House Charleston/Facebook You can’t beat the steaks here. This elegant restaurant is the recipient of many awards, and it’s perfect for that special occasion dinner near the river. The Chop House only serves dinner, and advanced reservations are highly recommended. 1003 Charleston Town Center, Charleston.
- Chetty’s Pub, Lansing
Chetty’s Pub/Facebook
Chetty’s Pub/Facebook Another great restaurant at the New River Gorge, Chetty’s serves up the best pub food you’ll ever eat. The burgers just might be the best in the state. 1 Ames Heights Road, Lansing.
- The Glen Ferris Inn, Glen Ferris
The Glen Ferris Inn/Facebook
The Glen Ferris Inn/Facebook Located right on the Kanawha River, The Glen Ferris Inn serves up some delicious home-cooked meals with a great river view. US Route 60 E., Glen Ferris.
- Laury’s Restaurant, Charleston
Sadegh M./Yelp
Barry027/TripAdvisor For a nice evening out, you can’t beat the food and river views at Laury’s Restaurant. 350 Maccorkle Avenue SE., Charleston.
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Elk River Inn & Restaurant/Facebook
This beautiful restaurant has been featured in magazines such as “Cooking Light” and “Bon Appetit.” The food is fresh and delicious, and the setting is just spectacular - especially on winter nights! Highway 219, Slaty Fork.
Smokey’s on the Gorge/Facebook
Smokey’s on the Gorge has gorgeous views and amazing food. Featured on The Food Network, this casual spot has surprisingly gourmet food. 1 Ames Heights Road, Lansing.
The Crooked Dock/Facebook
Ruby A./Yelp
This casual little spot is the perfect place for some boiled shrimp or a tasty sandwich. Free dock parking! 30 12th Street, Wellsburg.
Marlena L./Yelp
Bonnie G./Yelp
This little restaurant has a quaint exterior with a surprise in the back - a great deck with a view of the river! Try the French dip. 753 Main Street, Wheeling.
The Chop House Charleston/Facebook
You can’t beat the steaks here. This elegant restaurant is the recipient of many awards, and it’s perfect for that special occasion dinner near the river. The Chop House only serves dinner, and advanced reservations are highly recommended. 1003 Charleston Town Center, Charleston.
Chetty’s Pub/Facebook
Another great restaurant at the New River Gorge, Chetty’s serves up the best pub food you’ll ever eat. The burgers just might be the best in the state. 1 Ames Heights Road, Lansing.
The Glen Ferris Inn/Facebook
Located right on the Kanawha River, The Glen Ferris Inn serves up some delicious home-cooked meals with a great river view. US Route 60 E., Glen Ferris.
Sadegh M./Yelp
Barry027/TripAdvisor
For a nice evening out, you can’t beat the food and river views at Laury’s Restaurant. 350 Maccorkle Avenue SE., Charleston.
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