Restaurants in Charleston

“Chicken Pad Thai is second to none !!!”

“What a glorious decaf made by Viktor .. such a grand coffee artist! Apparently, he works at all three locations so I will need to visit them all. Thanks for such wonderful customer service!!”

“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.”

“The only complaint I'll ever make about this place is that indoor seating is extremely limited. That said, if they told me I had to sit in the middle of the street to eat it, I would. The food is always hot, well made, and delicious.”

“Always an 5 star experience!”

“My husband and I had Karubees for dinner. He had curry chicken and I had jerk chicken. The sides were cabbage, mac and cheese, and rice. Chicken so tender it fell off the bone and so very tasty. As you can see in the picture, I couldn't wait for my husband to shoot the pic before I had a bite. I love that her husband picks up all ingredients instead of having them shipped so they are always fresh. I highly recommend you give it a try if you like Jamaican food.”

“Their food is well curated, gorgeous to look at and delicious to eat! Their offerings are also so healthy and nutritious too! I love their food. Pleasant, responsive staff. If you haven’t tried them, please do! I think you’ll love it like I do!”

“Great food at an affordable price. Love the staff!”

“I stopped in with my father who visits this restaurant every time he passes through and they are open. They know his face and his usual order. It impressed me right from the start. The crew is great and the food is delicious phenomenal. I highly recommend their Meatball sub as I have never had better. The affordability is amazing. I cannot wait for a chance to go back and get more food. This restaurant is a MUST!”

“Fabulous upscale restaurant. Steak Diane, Scallops, Duck, table side Cesear salad all amazing flavors and presentation. Betty is the ultimate server and so friendly and professional.”

“On our way Home to Michigan. Spending the night in Charleston WV stopped at Bowlesboys up the creek. Bar none the best BBQ Brisket and Ribs we have ever had, the sides were delicious, portions were big, prices reasonable. What a find can't say enough good things about them.”

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

“This is my favorite place! Whenever I find myself alone in town, I can go in here, sit at the bar, and enjoy a delicious lunch or brunch (except on Sunday, when they are closed 🙁). It is so comfortable and inviting. I adore everything I have eaten here! The staff are also very accommodating to my special requests. Delicioso! I highly recommend the choripollo, quesachile, and the Lupita bowls.”

“Amazing food, fantastic service and phenomenal drinks (Bear is the best bartender you’ll find). The owner is a fantastic guy as well. Do yourself a favor and grab West Virginia roll or try the mountain momma. One of the best in the area for sure!”

“The BEST Hot and Spicy Bean Curd!!! Crispy, flavorful, Spicy and deliciousness!!!????????”

“Had a dinner there last night and was taken well care of! The server was excellent! The cook(s) did an excellent job! I appreciate the addition of mash potatoes back on the menu. Thank you for the serving of garlic butter as well! Loved my experience and will be back! Would recommend!

Had the salmon with mash potatoes and fried mozzarella! Salad of course! I totally enjoyed my dinner experience!! Much love to the staff and God Bless!”

“Good food great service and nice atmosphere”

“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!”

“I love it here people are always so nice to me and my brother we always come here every week or something like that I really love it next time I come there I heard they have a cucumber jalapeno margarita that I want to try ❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“We absolutely loved our experience here today for our anniversary. The service was friendly and the food was amazing. Definitely would recommend it to anyone wanting to celebrate or experience something different!”

“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”

“Everything was wonderful. Will definitely go back”

“Great food & great staff makes for a terrific atmosphere.”

“michelle, our server, was so personable and well educated with the menu for both food and drink. the ribeye was delicious and the baseball sirloin was a grand slam! would highly recommend!!”

“Excellent, catering and delicious food went beyond my expectations! They were able to provide my family with service when my family was in need for last-minute catering services! Would recommend 100%! The chicken salad sliders were out of this world!”

“Great little place to eat. Have been there and dined in twice now. Very friendly, great food, clean establishment, great service, great prices!!”

“most of the manager's, they don't care about their employees. especially the ones who are 1 hour or more late. grow up. you know what time you need to be there your schedule is made up already, do your job and be on time like you expect your employees geez one pissed off granny”

“Stopped in from out of state, the staff were super nice tonight. Thanks to the man that brought my coffee to me and gave me directions. Your professionalism did not go unnoticed!!! Great Job”

“Don't get me wrong the staff is beyond nice but for some weird reason they can't never get my order straight and I seem to think it is just me but it's service with a smile I will not give up on you's guys”

“9 out of 10. The food was fantastic no missed spots. The service was excellent. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. The prices were pretty great to be honest. I was expecting it to be more expensive than it was. I think for me my only issue would be that it’s a slightly cramped space and it’s kind of a little too fast paced for my preference.”

“The staff was great! The restaurant is very clean. The smash burger was perfect and crispy!!”

“My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting Mark and Brenda Sunday of Labor Day weekend. I couldn't be more impressed with their down to earth and willing to engage with customers like they've known them for years. Especially loved Mark's stories our conversation and him showing us the process in the back. I would highly recommend visiting them not to mention there products being authentic is a huge plus. If Mark or Brenda reads this just know Mark and Sherri from the Toledo area really enjoyed our time at your establishment. In fact..... outside of your beautiful countryside it was easily the best social experience we had on our trip. Hope to make it back someday. Godspeed to you both!”

“Definitely recommend—Fife Street offers a warm, inviting, and friendly atmosphere nestled in the heart of Charleston, WV. You’re greeted with excellent live music upon entering, along with a fantastic food and drink selection to match whatever vibe you’re feeling. Management and staff are top tier. Not to mention, they offer excellent alcohol-free options as well. I’ll be back—this is truly a gem in the Charleston, WV area.”

“This is the best of the rest! So many good things here, but the hot dogs, of course, are my favorite!”

“We have traveled across the country and Charleston Bread makes the best baguettes and sourdough!”

“the atmosphere is so nice, very great service...and the frappe's are phenomenal!”

“The chicken gouda pizza was amazing! Friendly, staff. Thank you.”

“Food and staff are phenomenal! Always wonderful food and fabulous people! I have probably eaten there close to 100 times now. Lol”

“We were going to go to a different restaurant after a conference but changed our minds after we looked at the menu prices. We found the same extravagantly-tasting food at Hale House for more reasonable fine-dining. Get a reservation, just in case, but we were able to walk in. It's near parking at the city building near the Davidson building, just a couple of minutes walk. Just spectacular: I got the pork chops with homemade au gratin potatoes. The pork chops were grilled perfectly in butter and spices, and the au gratin potatoes are the best I've ever had outside of making the box. Most restaurants cannot do au gratin potatoes and keep the cheese from breaking, but Hale's got it how it should be. My dining partner got an appetizer as an entree, crab cakes deep fried in Angel Hair pasta. It sounds weird, but the traditional crab cakes had a soft texture and the angel hair was crunchy, giving an artistic look and contrasting texture. My dining partner got a small salad, and the two together were a meal. It was $75 with tip, but no drinks or appies/ dessert. The first restaurant we looked at was $75 a PLATE! 😳😳😳 And Hale has a secret speakeasy that is fully decorated historic and the drinks are spectacular. To sum, spectacular, fine dining for reasonable prices, and fun/historic atmosphere to modern grill. I need to go back more often! 💫💫💫💫💫”

“Great service!!! Great personnel.”

“No complaints ever! Always 10/10!!!”

“Over the past few years, East End Pub has become a regular destination that my group has included in our roster of go-to lunch spots. EEP makes an incredibly good Chicken Bacon Swiss sandwich that, IMHO, cannot be beaten. I have taken over a dozen friends and family members with me to lunch and every one of them have become regular customers of EEP. Their egg rolls are delicious and always in demand, and I have yet to encounter a menu item that disappointed. It is a small space with limited parking in its front lot, but there is ample parking along Washington Street or on East Avenue. Susan, who tends the bar, and Kendall who waits tables are always a pleasure to see and they take good care of their customers. As word has spread through town, EEP has gotten more popular and crowded, but that’s what good food will do. We have taken to arriving early to beat the lunch rush. My group of friends have ordered everything from EEP’s burgers, to hot dogs, to East End Egg Rolls to half a garden salad with a (seasoned or not) chicken breast on top, to the Rueben and to my favorite, the chicken bacon Swiss sandwich, to the breakfast platter and everything in between, and all the food has been delicious! They definitely have some of the best French fries in town! While it’s a small establishment, it’s a great size for a local neighborhood pub and a great place for lunch or dinner, or just a few drinks at the bar. They have specials for lunch that regularly change and are written on a chalkboard on the wall as you go through the front door. You seat yourself upon entering; one does not need to wait to be seated. It also has a great location at the corner of Washington Street and East Avenue which is at the foot of north side of the 35th and 36th Street bridges to Kanawha City. Overall I’d rate East End Pub at 9 stars out of 10 due to its excellent food, great service and pleasant atmosphere - and those awesome French fries!! If you want a casual tasty meal, some drinks or beers, or all of the above, East End Pub is an excellent option!”

“Every time I go to Super Weenie, I am met with smiling faces and a welcoming atmosphere. Their hot dogs are amazing and there are so many delicious options to choose from.”

“Great food, great service, great team—especially proud and grateful for my nephew, Zach Kihm. Ask for him by name. He’ll treat you right!”

“I've been there several times some of the best hot dogs i've ever had.”

“Caramel pretzel,Dutch chocolate And The Keylime ARE wonderful! Thank you so much! Best in town The owners are wonderful people I would highly recommend this place”

“This place had absolutely amazing cheeseburgers, staff and a welcoming atmosphere! We stopped here for a quick bite before taking our 12 year old son to a Jelly Roll concert and will definitely be back when we are back in the area. The owner and other staff members were extremely hospitable. The pumpkin Cheesecake for dessert was scrumptious as well. Thank you to all the staff for making out of towners feel like home.”

“Delicious food and margaritas! Attentive wait staff. Nice atmosphere.”

“I took my family here today. (scott depot) the pizza was great, the employees are very sweet. special thanks to Kim. we will definitely be back. 100% reccomend them at this location.”

“First time in this building since it was Suzi's. I'm very impressed I must say. The quesadilla was amazing. The tacos I got were beef and the flavor was excellent. We also ordered Cheese dip for the chips and it was some of the best I've had. The salsa was great too. We had our food faster than we ever had at any other Mexican restaurant and the service was great.”

“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!!”

“Food was excellent.Also I had an excellent server.Her name was Emily,need more servers like her.”

“They were already my favorite Mexican place but I tried the birria tacos and they were great. I like that I can get shredded beef in some different items. The service is also very good.”

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

“I took my family here today. (scott depot) the pizza was great, the employees are very sweet. special thanks to Kim. we will definitely be back. 100% reccomend them at this location.”

“Good ice cream and friendly people”

“I realized I posted a review on google but not here! The transition from Vino’s to the Blvd Grill is honestly what downtown Charleston has needed for so many years. All of the staff are amazing but I do have to say since Billie has been there it is seriously THE PLACE to be downtown. You wanna eat? They got you. Wanna play pool? They have 2 diamond tables. Wanna play darts? They have FOUR boards. Not interested in playing anything? The whole bar area is open to just hang, whether it be at the bar, the several high top tables, or the few booths they have away from to games. Listen, I might be biased, but as a frequent flyer of downtown for many, many years, I assure you this is the atmosphere Charleston has needed. And something I didn’t mention in my google review is that they also have an upstairs area that can be rented out for private events!”

“Service was great. Our steak was overcooked and dry though which was disappointing as we were out for our anniversary. But the waitress could tell I was struggling eating it and took it off the bill without me asking for anything. That was very appreciated! They were extremely busy so we'll give them a try again. The strawberry dessert was DELICIOUS! 🤤”

“No kidding this is the BEST place I’ve ever had the privilege of eating at. The staff are all so kind and friendly, the food is always impeccable, the restaurant itself is VERY clean! The salad is absolutely divine and the entrees are delicious! Portion size is large, I always left full, many times with leftovers. I cannot express how truly wonderful the staff are, they are all so hospitable and genuinely care about your dining experience.”

“When they told me they had separate fryer that was dedicated to gluten-free, I was sold. And the food and service was amazing! I have celiac disease, and for the last 25 years going out to eat has always been so hard (with risk of getting sick). It’s still often that I get confused looks when I mention “gluten”, other places…but to have a dedicated fryer or cooking area that never happens! That made my night.. super delicious! Cannot wait to go back!! 🙏🥳”

“great, friendly and helpful staff. boar's head meats and cheeses can't be beat. my deli for life!❤️”

“Looking for a place that captures the heart and soul of Charleston, WV—look no further than Rock City Cake Company. The vibe is unmatched—cool, creative, and welcoming to everyone who steps inside. The food? Absolutely fabulous. Morgan is a standout—not only a rockstar business owner and creative force, but a true asset to Charleston. Her commitment to building community, supporting the arts, and keeping downtown vibrant is something our city is lucky to have. Rock City Cake Company isn’t just a bakery or a venue—it’s a whole vibe!”

“Good drinks and cool people! Great patio also. We’ll be returning soon.”

“The cream puffs and eclairs are to die for! Best I've ever had!!”

“The best Detroit style pizza I’ve had in WV. Cool servers, great beers, and clean. Highly recommended.”

“Finally tried Lola’s for the first time yesterday. I’ve definitely been missing out on some amazing pizza! Fast, quick, friendly service! Oh yeah and the pizza is bangin too! Will be back!”

“Food is always fresh and worth the drive, no matter where you’re coming from.”

“Classic friendly dive bar, everyone was so friendly and the beers were cold. I was stopping through Charleston on a larger Amtrak trip and this was one of my favorite watering holes I discovered during my time there. I was there for an hour or two during Jazz night too which was an even more fortunate coincidence.”

“Had layover long driving stops in charleston a few times past couples years and made this my go to takeout breakfast burrito spot after the first time. Last time took a wrap for lunch on the road and hit the spot. Fantastic staff. Fantastic food”

“Great food and service. Very pleased. Give them a try!”

“Great place to go. very nice people.”

“Had an awesome time with both bartenders on 4/12/25!”

“I have been a fan of their açaí bowls for a while, came out to try the new Tuna Poke bowls, was not disappointed! Great quality, quantity, and many topping options! Can’t wait to come back 10/10!”

“Delicious sandwiches, efficient and friendly customer service, decent prices, I love it here! I stop by whenever I’m in Newport, and recommend it to others!”

“Food was excellent.Also I had an excellent server.Her name was Emily,need more servers like her.”

“So happy to find a quality seafood restaurant in Charleston. Delicious!”

“They were already my favorite Mexican place but I tried the birria tacos and they were great. I like that I can get shredded beef in some different items. The service is also very good.”

“The BEST Hot and Spicy Bean Curd!!! Crispy, flavorful, Spicy and deliciousness!!!????????”

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

“Great food. We had English hot dogs, chili cheese fries, chicken cheese steak, fried mushrooms. Everything we great! Loved it. Will be eating here more! Fantastic chili!”

“I ordered the beef tips and noodles. Blew me away. Had never been there, but had a friend who talked about it all the time. They lived up the hill from the restaurant and she ordered weekly. I was in the area and saw it and decided to stop in. I will be back You must go. Best home cooked food around. Plus you’re helping small local businesses Yum!!!! Well, I’m getting ready to hit send and I see Upload image…. All I can take picture of is my belly. Too late. Will do next time”

“I had the pleasure of having the Shrimp Dinner,Corn Dog and Caramel Malt and of course as usual fries are so good as well”

“I don’t live nearby but it is always worth the drive! A big step up from your average sports bar. Super friendly service as well. Great place to catch a Mountaneer game! I’ll be back.”

“On our way Home to Michigan. Spending the night in Charleston WV stopped at Bowlesboys up the creek. Bar none the best BBQ Brisket and Ribs we have ever had, the sides were delicious, portions were big, prices reasonable. What a find can't say enough good things about them.”

“Food was excellent.Also I had an excellent server.Her name was Emily,need more servers like her.”

“The chicken gouda pizza was amazing! Friendly, staff. Thank you.”

“Stopped in from out of state, the staff were super nice tonight. Thanks to the man that brought my coffee to me and gave me directions. Your professionalism did not go unnoticed!!! Great Job”

“Great service!!! Great personnel.”

“The Staff is always friendly, I think the problem is MOST PEOPLE, INCLUDING SENIORS THINK THIS SHONEYS IS CLOSED. I HAD SO MANY PEOPLE SAY, THEY ARE STILL OPEN? I SAID YES. SO SHONEYS PLEASE GET THE MESSAGE OUT. THERE ARE A LOT OF SENIOR THAT WOULD COME. SUNDAY I'M SURE YOU WOULD GET A LOT MORE ON SENIOR DAYS AND AFTER CHURCH!!! ADVERTISE. A LOT OF SENIOR ARE NOT ON FACEBOOK. *******”

“Had a dinner there last night and was taken well care of! The server was excellent! The cook(s) did an excellent job! I appreciate the addition of mash potatoes back on the menu. Thank you for the serving of garlic butter as well! Loved my experience and will be back! Would recommend!

Had the salmon with mash potatoes and fried mozzarella! Salad of course! I totally enjoyed my dinner experience!! Much love to the staff and God Bless!”

“No complaints ever! Always 10/10!!!”

“Always an 5 star experience!”

“This is the best of the rest! So many good things here, but the hot dogs, of course, are my favorite!”

“Had porterhouse and it was fixed perfect”

“I’ve had the pleasure of eating brunch here multiple times, whatever I’ve chosen, has been amazing. The past few times I’ve selected the chicken and waffles brunch item. Normally is it a good sized selection of chicken tenders, today however, it was a selection of bone in chicken wings, thighs, and breasts. This made the meal so much better! The savory meat with the sweet waffle and candied jalapeños, amazing! It for sure entered the clean plate club! I would highly recommend going and trying anything on the menu! If the food wasn’t so good, I would have been able to get a picture before I ate every bite! Maybe next time!”

“they are always awesome and there food is amazing just went there today”

“Good food and friendly courteous staff”

“Good selection of crafted beers!”

“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.”