Vagabond Kitchen

$$ • Gastropubs, American, Bars

Hours:
1201 Market St, Wheeling
(304) 905-6173

About Vagabond Kitchen

Vagabond Kitchen is a beloved restaurant that offers a unique take on Appalachian and West Virginia cuisine. The establishment is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, with friendly staff dedicated to providing an enjoyable dining experience. The menu features a variety of dishes, including the popular bacon-wrapped bison hot dog and the highly praised steak frites, which one customer described as the "best restaurant steak" they've ever had.

The restaurant also offers seasonal menu changes, ensuring that there are always new and exciting dishes to try. Customers praise the quality of the food, noting that the prices reflect the care and attention put into the dishes. The restaurant's owner, Matt Welsch, is praised for his constructive and helpful critiques during culinary competitions.

Recent reviews highlight the restaurant's fantastic service, with water glasses kept full and waiters providing prompt attention. The food is described as flavorful and fun, with standout dishes like the stuffed jalapeños and the cookie sandwich dessert. While some aspects, like the Japanese lettering on a sign, may seem out of place, the overall dining experience is highly recommended by customers.

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Vagabond Kitchen Reviews

4.3
265 ratings
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Food
4.4
Atmosphere
4.2
Service
4.6

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Burgers had no flavor. Fries were limp and greasy. pickles had a rind so hard you couldn't eat them. What happened??? You were so good before. Disappointed. Waitress was nice..so there's that.DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Spending over $100 for that dinner was absurd. We go the Valentine’s Day Dinner that was $48 for Wine, appetizer, entree, and dessert.

We didn’t get wine because we were underaged. We still had to pay for it. The appetizer was jalapeño popper. They were so spicy that it wasn’t enjoyable and the bacon was so fatty that you couldn’t eat it and it was served over a bed of warm lettuce. My boyfriend got the Grilled Chicken, loaded brussel sprouts, and rice. The...read full review

We came into Wheeling for the Symphony and this place was in 5 minutes walking distance, and I’m so glad we came! The service was great, and we loved the meatloaf platter- the bacon gravy was to die for! Also get the apple crumble for dessert- so good! Great Appalachian comfort food, and the waitresses were so kind. Will be back!

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4 - 9PM
Thursday 4 - 9PM
Friday 4 - 9PM
Saturday 4 - 9PM
Sunday 11AM - 3PM
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