50 Best American Restaurants near Dunbar

“Excellent pizza, excellent service. Great people working there. Absolutely recommend their food!“

“Been here so many times I can't count but never said anything about my experience. This is by far the best place for Cajun dry rub wings. They are amazing. The ghost pepper burger is great as well. I had the jalapeno cheese sticks for the first time today and I'll never get plain again. I will be back again for sure“

“Absolutely amazing experience! The staff were knowledgeable and extremely kind. The food was exceptional to say the least. Do yourself a favor and dine here when you get the opportunity. You will not be disappointed.“

“Absolutely the BEST restaurant in Charleston. Top notch service. The food is ALWAYS cooked to perfection. Elegant atmosphere.“

“Delicious breakfast and GREAT coffee!“

“This was the first time I visited here and it was great! I loved the Ahi tuna appetizer, just delicious. lol, The food was really good, I ate it so fast I didn’t get a picture of it. I did however take pictures of the mixed drinks. If you just want to stop in for those I highly recommend it! Oh, and I can’t forget the staff!!! They were so sweet and welcoming, and the hostess had on the cutest boots!“

“The food is amazing ! The service is great . They have the best people working there. Everyone is friendly. The food is always good.“

“Had lunch today for takeout. The enchilada soup was delicious and spicy. The Turkey Pesto wrap was delicious and a good size. Will definitely be returning!!“

“We were hosting a fundraiser for 150 people and knew we needed something special for our first year event. We found EXACTLY what we needed at Thyme After Time Southern Cuisine and Catering. It is truly southern comfort food at its finest! The buffet spread was delicious, but their prosciutto wrapped, asparagus, were so flavorful and the beef and sweet potato skewers were a show stopper! I highly recommend Thyme After Time for your next special occasion. Their staff was friendly professional and really worked hard to create an unforgettable dining experience.“

“Best Tudors in Kanawha Valley. Biscuits are always fresh and the staff somehow always make me laugh and are very friendly!“

“We had the pleasure of eating here, twice-breakfast and dinner, while spending the weekend in Charleston. The food was delicious and prepared well. The service was even better. Our server, Zachary, absolutely made sure we were taken care of. Don't miss the open-face omelets or perfectly cooked wings!“

“Boneless wings tasted like pickle juice so I guess they bought them at Sam’s first time the food was nasty but won’t ever go back“

“We ordered from Swiftwater to cater a Christmas lunch. I can't say enough about how smooth the process went. They called a couple of times to confirm the order and delivery address. The day of the event, they were on time and set everything up for us.

The quality of the food was great. We had sandwiches, wraps, pasta salad, potato salad, and pepperoni rolls. Portions were generous.

I would definitely consider Swiftwater for catering. We will use them for future events.“

“The food was awesome, everything was good. I had, jalapeño cheese sticks, cheeseburger, sweet tea and cornbread.“

“Our retirement group has been there 3 times now love lunch buffet“

“The food year seems to be under seasoned for the most part. The service was excellent. Good hostess. If you’re looking for good seafood , you’ve come to the right place or if you want a good steak or chicken, but if you’re looking for a burger joint, this is not it. The lobster bisque needed more seasoning and so did the rice that came with the meal. My wife and I loved the appetizers. Overall experience 85 out of 100.“

“Food was delicious and service was top notch! Cajun chicken pasta and chicken wrap were awesome! Kid friendly too!“

“Nitro Tudors...wraps & biscuits are the best“

“Always an 5 star experience!“

“Highly recommend checking this place out! It’s been on our list for a while, and we finally made it in last night. It completely exceeded our expectations.
We started with the boneless garlic parmesan wings, which were perfectly crispy and full of flavor. For our mains, we ordered the Backyard BBQ Burger and the Triple Bacon Smash Burger, both served with a large side of fries. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly.
We’ll definitely be back!“

“We ate lunch here today. There were so many choices, but we decided on Hawaii 5-0 on bread and some chicken fried rice. It was all delicious. The portions were large, so we both had leftovers to dinner. Yum! All the employees were friendly and made us feel welcome. We will definitely be back!“

“On August 25, 2025, before my Delta flight at 3:25 pm, I stopped at the bar and ordered a decaf coffee. The woman behind the counter went above and beyond—she brewed a fresh pot and even offered to make it easier for me to take on the plane. Instead of a regular to-go cup, she poured it into a water bottle so it would be more convenient. Her thoughtfulness was outstanding. I wish I could remember her name.“

“Jessica H. took really good care of us. She served us dinner. She was very sweet and friendly. It was nice to have someone like her, after being on the road all day long. We will be sure to stop by again, when we are in the area. Thanks again, Phil & Donna“

“I’ve been going into this location for several months in the morning. The young man with the salt and pepper hair is always so polite and nice. He makes my whole experience so much better. He remembers what I buy every morning and has it ready and waiting for me. Great customer service from this young man! I’ve had previous experiences at this location that were not so nice and stopped going for a long time. He makes my day a bit brighter. Kudos for such a pleasant person Cold Spot!“

“Really enjoyed this friendly restaurant.“

“Duck fat fries and Goat burger were extremely well done. You can tell they put some love in the food.“

“The food is delicious and presentation enticing, professional and lovely. The staff are very friendly, professional and engaging with the patrons. The menu isn’t large but there is something that will delight anyone’s tastes. The atmosphere is soft and inviting. It’s a hidden gem. One of my favorite restaurants in Charleston.“

“We need the other french fries back please!!!“

“Went to drumming‘s bar and Grill with my wife. I tried the hotdog and the bologna sandwich. She tried the bacon turkey club. We tried the taquito appetizer. The food was good cheaply priced can’t say much for the bathrooms, but it’s a sports bar with no consistency on decor Christmas lights, surfboards pirates, and a dragon out front as a part of their sign like I said no congruency. I feel like they’ve built this place in under Bob’s basement but once again it’s a bar what can I say. All in all I give it an 85 out of 100.“

“The place has pretty decent food
It's kind of a hidden spot that not a lot of people don't know about.
The food is pretty good but just a little too pricey for what it is.
And sometimes it takes a while to order.“

“We got to watch a deluge and lightning 🌩 storm from the comfort of our table at Applebee's near the big mall outside of Charleston WV. Delicious meals and appetizers and good company. Our server was nice and always ahead of our requests for drinks and anything else we needed.“

“We spent the night in Charleston during a road trip and Google search led us to Adelphia. Great service, great food, and the hostess Jerryanne was kind enough to have our game put on the big screen. She also stopped by our table a couple of times to check on us and give us tips on other local places to visit. I hope Adelphia appreciates this true gem of an employee!
Our server was wonderful as well, but unfortunately I didn't get her name. We'd absolutely visit again!“

“Stopped in here looking for a West Virginia hot dog as we were visiting the Charleston area. I'm very familiar with Nitro as I lived here in the late 70s and early 80s. Jumped online, did a Google search and Katherine's café came up With a good rating for hot dogs. Tiffany, our server was super polite and for a small café with a bar this place was very clean! Even the bathrooms were super clean! That goes a long way anytime I'm visiting any type of restaurant. We had A West Virginia hot dog a couple of days before at another location but it wasn't nearly as good as the one we had here. Outstanding! Give them a try.“

“I want to give a shout out to Reb Lobster in Charleston.The food was so good but honestly the best part was the waitor Skyler(hope I spelled that right)This waitor was honestly the best I've ever had any where! Asked for our names and always called us by them while serving us.We never ran out of bisquits,drinks,etc and it was so nice having a waitor that interacted with the customers on this level!“

“Nice food we go there so much that they know us by order“

“I went there with a date, for lunch. The only thing I didn't care for was the wair to be seated. We stood there for 14 minutes waiting for someone. The woman who came in behind us walked immediately to the cashier and began speaking with her. She grabbed a menu and proceeded to walk around us and when a server finally came, she was at first. They didn't have a sign up, stating they were looking for help, but we weren't even acknowledged by anyone.“

“The Tap is great! We were here a few weeks ago and had a wonderful time. The manager is so nice and knowledgable. They have an excellent selection of WV craft beers & WV ciders. They also do cocktails, sangria, and have a good selection of bourbon. We have had a charcuterie board (very nice), their Buffalo Chicken dip (it’s delicious), and Potato Skins (tasty). They have burgers, bbq,, sandwiches, and some other appetizers on the menu. We are here tonight and they are having a costume party from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Come on out to The Tap in downtown St. Albans.“

“Great food, friendly people & atmosphere. Love this place :) ps- best onion rings ever!!!“

“Called the restaurant many times Monday 11/4 to order food. Could not get to a live person answering call. Can only get the meal on phone, listed unavailable online. Sad can’t get answer to order food“

“Love this little hide away. Super people fun atmosphere great food too! Definitely coming back tomorrow.“

“This place is amazing. We were staying at cross lanes and came here. Our waiter Walter was amazing the drinks and food are amazing. We will be back for sure.“

“Nice updated building, new machines, wide variety of snacks. Not a place that I play at daily but no complaints about it either..I would recommend checking it out if you have not done so...

Parking: You are not likely to have parking issues here because it's located in a plaza...Often I see cars parked right up front of the doors so no worries there...“

“The prices are WAY too high for the box lunches or I would probably eat here once every week or two. Fortunately, their receipts have promos on them if you complete a survey etc. and they often email promos/coupons. The staff is CLEAN, very friendly and has treated me very well. I am disappointed they discontinued baked beans as a side. The croissants and cookies are especially tasty. Happy to still have this business in our area“

“Had such a great experience at LongHorn Steakhouse! 🤠🔥
From the food to the service, everything was on point. And McKenzie was amazing—so friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without missing a beat.
Definitely one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a while. 10/10 recommend! 🥩✨“

“Great service and food. Recommend them without any reservations.“

“Rarely had any bad or overcooked food from this location. Usually good service. Sucks they shortened their hours from 7pm to 2pm. Edit: Open to 7pm again. Must have been pandemic related.“

“Went here for the first time and the owner behind the counter was INSANELY NICE. He showed me everything he served and let me take my time in ordering. The service was quick helpful and an enjoyable experience. The food is great. I recommend the cajun chicken. My only regret is how fast i scarfed down the food i wish i savored it more. Definitely recommend.“

“Had porterhouse and it was fixed perfect“

“Gonna be honest I guess I just haven't had captain ds in a while but this really just slapped so hard today. I went in with my brother and gram and we got the 5.99 2 piece fish meal and it was just so good so crispy with the tater sauce love the crispy hush puppies. I highly recommend coming in and getting a meal it will be worth especially if you set down and eat it right there in the restaurant while it's freshest. Staff were kind and we got our food quick.“