This Ultimate Burger Bucket List In West Virginia Will Make Your Mouth Water
By Rachel Whetstone|Updated on January 13, 2024(Originally published August 18, 2016)
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Rachel is proud to live in wild and wonderful West Virginia. She enjoys nature walks, photography, and discovering new restaurants all around the state.
The Mountain State is developing an amazing restaurant scene, including some of the best burgers in West Virginia. You’ll be impressed by the variety, from vegetarian versions to triple stackers, offering some of the most delicious and creative toppings and ingredients. When seeking out the most awesome West Virginia burger places, include some of these in the mix. And don’t go in small; some of the best side dishes accompany these juicy masterpieces.
1. The Grill, Charleston
The Grill, 117 W Washington St, Charleston, WV 25302, USA
Driving down Charleston's historic West Side, The Grill is an institution providing hot meals for locals since 1955. If you're a visitor, you won't be for long as the delicious flavors will keep you coming back, such as this luscious bacon cheeseburger and a side of golden onion rings. See more photos on The Grill's Facebook page.
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2. Jim's Drive-In, Lewisburg
Jim's Drive In, 479 Washington St, Lewisburg, WV 24901, USA
As featured on the Food Network website, Jim's Drive-In has earned a scrumptious reputation since the early 1950s. And there's nothing better than a cheeseburger on a moist, sesame-seed bun with lettuce, tomato, mayo, and dill pickle unless it's the fried-green tomato sandwich. Order a milkshake too!
3. Fat Patty's: Huntington,
Barboursville, Teays Valley, and
Ashland, KY
Fat Patty's Teays Valley, 4156 WV-34, Hurricane, WV 25526, USA
Fat Patty's Huntington, 1935 3rd Ave, Huntington, WV 25702, USA
Fat Patty’s is so beloved in West Virginia that has four locations! The sides here are just as exciting as the burgers, especially this junior patty (can you believe?) with cheese, bacon, fried egg, mushrooms, and barbecue sauce with a side of creamy mac-n-cheese.
4. The North End Tavern, Parkersburg
North End Tavern & Brewery, 3500 Emerson Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26104, USA
The North End Tavern is the oldest restaurant in West Virginia, founded in 1899. The burgers are just as famous as the beers, especially the Net Burger and award-winning ale, Roedy’s Red.
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5. The Poky Dot, Fairmont
Poky Dot, 1111 Fairmont Ave, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA
You'll find this cool place on the historic Main Street just steps from the Monongahela National Forest, in a nearly century-old building. The diverse menu includes this grilled cheese Smash Burger, a double-decker with jalapeño peppers, onions, American and provolone cheeses, and house-made chipotle mayo. For the vegetarians out there, check out the black bean burger called Sterling Spencer on the Whistle Punk website.
7. Avenue Eats, Wheeling
Avenue Eats, 1230 Water St, Wheeling, WV 26003, USA
Avenue Eats stands out as one of the best restaurants in Wheeling. The burgers are made from grass-fed beef, and topped with creative ingredients. Try the delicious Greek burger.
8. Dolly's Diner, Princeton
Dolly's Diner, 909 Oakvale Rd, Princeton, WV 24740, USA
Enjoy the daily specials at Dolly’s Diner that sometimes include a discount on the yummy Super Burger crafted with two, juicy, beef patties and cheese - the main stuff. And you'll want to save room for dessert at one of the best West Virginia burger places.
9. Chetty's Pub, Lansing
Chetty's Pub, 219 Co Rte 60/5, Lansing, WV 25938, USA
Chetty’s Pub overlooks the New River Gorge, which we love. It's a perfect location for fueling up after your adventures. Order one of the best hamburgers in WV, the Pizza Burger with pepperoni, provolone, and marinara sauce.
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10. Hillbilly Hot Dogs, Lesage
Hillbilly Hot Dogs, 6951 Ohio River Rd, Lesage, WV 25537, USA
Hillbilly Hot Dogs is best known for the hot dogs, of course, but the staff serves burgers, too! You can get normal-sized burgers, or monstrosities like this triple-wide that feeds up to 50 people. What????!!
Is your mouth watering after looking at the eateries that serve the 10 best burgers in West Virginia? Did we leave one off the list? Let us know about your favorites in the comments below. And while you’re traveling to all of the West Virginia burger places, reserve a room on Expedia.com.
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Stalder Family Creamery ( New Martinsville): Inside this tiny shop is a big flavor contained in lots of homemade ice cream. Since 2019, the refreshing pitstop has provided a welcome respite to the locals in its homemade ice cream flavors. While the inventory changes, some of those include black raspberry, butter pecan, peach, cake batter, snickerdoodle, and pineapple upside-down cake. And take some to go in pint or quart containers.
Ellen's Homemade Ice Cream (Charleston): For more than 20 years, Ellen's has invited folks into a delightful experience in a historic space. Made with love, the ice cream is certainly the main draw here, especially anything chocolate. But don't overlook the soups, salads, and wraps. And made-to-order platters can serve up to six people for office gatherings or picnics. While you're there, be sure to note the artwork on the door created by the most talented Charles Jupiter Hamilton.
Dairy Crème Corner (Fairmont): Since this one is seasonal, it's worth making a note so that when the weather warms up, you can order the nearly foot-tall ice cream cones. Can you imagine? The ice cream comes in soft serve with the choice of chocolate, vanilla, and black raspberry. You'll feel like you're at a carnival when you try a made-to-order funnel cake or a funnel cake sundae. This is a cash-only establishment, so bring a pocketbook full so you don't miss out on the creamy goodness.