New River Gorge Bridge

Dining

During the Bridge Day Festival, West Virginia native foods are available from food vendors setup near each end of the New River Gorge Bridge. Additionally, a variety of restaurants cluster around the New River Gorge area near Fayetteville, WV and further south on I-77/64 near Beckley, WV. Chain and fast-food restaurants are also plentiful throughout the New River Gorge area. Read more...

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New River Gorge: Travel & Vacation Planning

Explore dining, entertainment and nightlife in southern West Virginia and Fayette County near the New River Gorge Bridge, including: movies, restaurants, clubs & nightlife, theater, outdoor dramas and more in New River WV's guide to West Virginia's New River Gorge region.


Restaurants 

Breeze Hill

Lansing, West Virginia (WV)
800-759-7258
E-mail: adventure@gauley.com

Exquisite dining featuring ANouveau Pacifica cuisine and sinfully decadent deserts. Dine in our beautiful 100-year-old farmhouse with oil-lamp lighting, or relax and enjoy our million-dollar view and breathtaking sunsets on our deck. Perfect for every occasion. We cater for private parties and functions. Reservations recommended. Open evenings seven days a week. One-mile north of the New River Gorge Bridge on Lansing Road.


Cathedral Cafe & Bookstore

134 S. Court Street
Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
304-574-0202

In a quaint church more than 90-years old in the Fayetteville National Historic District. The cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bookstore for browsing offers used and new books. Trillium Crafts is upstairs.


Country Road Inn

Summersville, West Virginia (WV)
800-439-8852
E-mail: djarroll@geoweb.net
Visa, MC, Amex, Disc

Civil War-era farmhouse serves homemade pastas, breads, and rolls. Delight the palate with spaghetti, lasagna, fettuccine, eggplant, beef or chicken cacciatore, veal parmesan, and homemade sausage. Along with a selection of homemade cakes and pies, we feature Mama Jarroll's Coffee or Chocolate Tortoni. Recipe books and tours of the inn are available. Motor-coaches welcome. Recommended by Southern Living, Mobil Travel Guide, Ford Times, Who's Who in America's Restaurants Family owned and rated among West Virginia's Top 10 restaurants.

Class VI – Bridge Day Specials

PO Box 78   Ames Heights Rd.
Lansing, West Virginia (WV) 25862
(866) 658-5333 or (304) 574-0704

Two great rivers, peak fall colors, BASE jumpers, and our Dueling Rivers Combo Package (the third weekend in October) can only be found in Fayette County. This is the only weekend to raft the Lower New on Saturday and watch the BASE jumpers leap off the 876-foot high New River Gorge Bridge. After watching the crazy BASE jumpers, it is your turn Sunday to match your freshly learned rafting skills on either the Upper or Lower Gauley. Trips leave early Sunday morning to allow for your early departure for home by the afternoon. The package is only $210.00 per person and includes dinner and music on Saturday evening and breakfast Sunday morning. Or, chose to raft either Saturday or Sunday for $120.00 and enjoy dinner Saturday. Call NOW and ask our reservationists to add your lodging to this great Bridge Day weekend rafting package or go to our "Fall Specials” page and book your trip on-line. Experience the Difference with Class VI.


Dirty Ernie's Rib Pit

310 Keller Avenue
Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
304-574-4822
Visa, MC

Casual dining in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Full menu, great ribs, sandwiches, prime rib, fajitas, and snacks. Seating for 300. Patio dining available. Open May-October, 4 p.m. daily.


Feedbox Saloon & Grill

HC-79 Box 201-A, Canvas, WV 26662
Tel. 877-595-5448
Email: info@goodeveningranch.com 

The Feedbox Saloon & Grill at Good Evening Ranch offers fine dining in a
relaxed western atmosphere only 10 minutes from Summersville Lake and the
Gauley River National Recreation Area. Sit and relax by our fieldstone
fireplace, appreciate breathtaking views of our ranch, and enjoy live
entertainment from a variety of local musicians and comedians. Our
1,100-gallon saltwater fishtank complete with eels, sharks, and coral
makes for great conversation while you wait. Closed Monday.


Firehouse Food & Fun
5950 Robert C. Byrd Dr., Bradley, WV 25818
Tel. 304-877-6060

The Beckley area's No.1 family restaurant includes a funhouse, game room, and a miniature golf course for the kids plus the most delicious subs, pizza, burgers, and sandwiches anywhere. Open daily, the restaurant is located just off the U.S. 19 freeway in North Beckley, one-mile north of Crossroads Mall at the Bradley-Prosperity Fire Station. Only 15-minutes south of the New River Gorge Bridge.


Glade's Grill & Bar
200 Lake Dr., Daniels, West Virginia (WV) 25832
Phone: 304-763-3033 or 800-634-5233
E-mail: gladesprings@gladesprings.com

Enjoy great American cuisine and fairway views from Glade's Grill & Bar, the signature restaurant at Glade Springs Resort. Executive Chef Louis Cressy brings the region's finest flavors to your table daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Call for hours. Located six-miles south of Beckley, WV on U.S. 19. We accept all major credit cards.


Giuseppe's Italian Restaurant
707 Main Street, Mount Hope, West Virginia (WV) 25880
Tel: 304-877-5022

Serving Italian cuisine in a cozy family atmosphere, Giuseppe's has been a mainstay of local dining for more than a decade. Convenient to the U.S. 19 expressway's Mount Hope exit, we're almost midway between Tamarack and the New River Gorge Bridge in a charming historic district. The Veramessa family welcomes you to indulge in legendary Italian entrees, as well as steak dinners, sandwiches, and pizzas. You'll want to take home a bottle of our mouthwatering house dressing. We're open for lunch and dinner. We're fewer than 15 minutes from hotels, campgrounds, and rafting outfitters in Beckley and Fayetteville. Reservations are recommended.


Ol' Timer's Bar & Grill
6643 Robert C. Byrd Drive
Mount Hope, West Virginia (WV) 25880
Tel: 304-877-2420

Just off the U.S. 19 expressway between Mount Hope and North Beckley, Ol' Timer's is among the most comfortable taverns in the New River Gorge region, a favorite of travelers in search of refreshment near Beckley hotels and whitewater rafting. We're fewer than 20 minutes south of whitewater rafting and the New River Gorge Bridge and 25 minutes north of Winterplace Ski Resort. Our home-cooked menu featuring locally harvested delicacies in season, including ramps and mushrooms.


Southern Red's Barbeque
5422 Robert C. Byrd Drive
Beckley, WV 25801
Tele: 304-255-4227

Southern Red's delicious dine-in and take-out barbequed ribs, chicken, pulled pork, beef brisket, and beef shoulder are smoked right here in the New River  Gorge area and served with wholly home-made pies and substantial side orders. We also cater for large and small groups in the New River Gorge region within 25 miles of the restaurant. To reach us from Fayetteville, follow the U.S. 19 expressway south approximately 15 minutes to the North Beckley exit: turn south of the exit onto U.S. 19, and we're 300-feet ahead on the left, across from Crossroads Mall. Visit our website for prices and directions.


Small Talk Café
200 Lake Dr., Daniels, West Virginia (WV)  25832
Phone: 304-763-3033 or 800-634-5233
E-mail: gladesprings@gladesprings.com

The Small Talk Café is southern West Virginia's perfect locale for specialty coffees, light fare, and conversation, offering tempting treats, such as pastries, fruit smoothies, old-fashioned shakes, sandwiches, and salads. Open Daily 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Located six-miles south of Beckley on U.S. 19. We accept all major credit cards.


High Country Cafe

North American River Runners
Hico, West Virginia
(WV)
1-800-950-2585 or 304-658-5276
E-mail: narr@narr.com

In the middle of the North American River Runners base camp, the High Country Cafe offers serious food for serious appetites. Only seconds from all our on-base activities -- and ready as you roll off the rafting bus -- the staff is ready to take your order from a menu that tempts the toughest taste buds. Choose from wood-fired pizzas, a hearty breakfast buffet, or our delicious deli-style lunches. Our bountiful dinner buffets include herb-baked chicken, stuffed peppers, roasted-vegetable pasta primavera, and potatoes. From burgers to breakfast-biscuits and gravy, we're happy to make you feel at home.
Indoor and garden dining are available in a casual atmosphere. We also serve beer and wine. Reservations are recommended for buffets and can be made when reserving activities. Prices range from $4-$15.


Mountain Laurel Restaurant

Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
304-574-3638

Enjoy this cozy atmosphere. Daily chef specials, full menu -- lunch and dinner. Sunday buffet, noon-3 p.m. At U.S.19 and Laurel Creek Road. Happy hour 5-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.


Sedona Grill

106 E. Maple Avenue
Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
304-574-3411
E-mail: sedona@cwv.net
Visa, MC, Disc

Unique entrees that change nightly. Featuring fresh seafood, great steaks, a variety of pastas and appetizers -- entrees you won't find anywhere else. Imported beers and fine wines. Exquisite cuisine artfully prepared by Brian & Virginia. Across from the courthouse in Fayetteville National Historic District.


The Oak Supper Club

W.Va. Rt. 20 at Indian Ridge Road
Pipestem, West Virginia (WV)  25979
304-466-4800

Our world-famous restaurant in Pipestem has been serving fabulous food in a relaxing atmosphere for more than a quarter century. Beneath the shade of a giant oak, you'll never forget your evening spent in the company of friends and family with the rolling Bluestone countryside as a backdrop. Less than a half mile from Pipestem Resort State Park's main entrance, we're generally busy throughout the year and reservations are recommended. Amenities include our delicious menu by chef-of-27-years Larry Merrill, including steak, seafood, fowl, and many other delicacies. Visit our website for our menu and more information. Private parties are welcome. Dress informal and come hungry! Less than half an hour from Winterplace Ski Resort, Princeton, and Hinton, WV. All major credit cards accepted.


The Vandalian Restaurant

101 S. Court St., Fayetteville, WV 25840
Tel.: (304) 574-6912

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the courthouse square in historic Fayetteville, we offer guests a casual and contemporary interpretation of American dining, serving delicious meals inspired by the diverse cuisines we love. At The Vandalian, we have a passion for seeking out the highest quality ingredients for the best tasting food, from farm-fresh eggs and Angus steaks to fresh local and seasonal products, including wine and beer. Hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.


Visions Restaurant at Flatwoods

Interstate 79 Exit 67, Flatwoods, WV 26621
Tele: 304-765-5055
Toll Free: 1-866-700-7284
Email: daysinn@flatwoods.com 

In the acclaimed Days Inn Hotel, on I-79 at Flatwoods, Visions is among the best restaurants available north of the New River Gorge. Renowned for its prime rib and shrimp cocktail, the restaurant boasts a smoke-free environment and a full-service bar offering wine from local vineyards. Whether you're lodging at the 200-home hotel, meeting at its conference center, or shopping at the adjacent Flatwood Factory Outlet Stores, you'll find the delicious menu and excellent service available nowhere else. We're a 50-minute expressway drive north of the gorge.



Nightlife

Chetty's Pub
Class IV
Ames Heights
1-800-252-7784

Watch night descend into the New River Gorge from the balconies at Chetty's Pub at the Class VI's base camp. After an exciting adventure on the river or trails, guests and guides regularly mingle in this comfortable, rustic lounge adjacent to Smokey's On The Gorge. Where better to enjoy the Appalachian sunset with friends? Our menu includes sandwiches, appetizers, and local, domestic, and imported beers. Chetty's opens in late afternoon on days on which Class IV expeditions  are scheduled.  Every Monday night enjoy "Wing Night".  Wings are 3 for a dollar and happy hour starts at 5:30 until 10:30.


Elliott's Whitewater Bar & Grill

Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
304-574-3443

The area's hottest new night spot, located right in the heart of rafting country. From satellite sports TV to weekend entertainment, Elliott's has it all. Featuring the areas best wings, salads, burgers and roll-ups.


Rafter's Lounge

340 Oyler Avenue
Oak Hill, West Virginia (WV)
304-465-0571
E-mail: chcd9@cwv.net
Amex, MC, DC, CB, Disc, VS

Sports bar featuring big screen TV, Happy Hour Monday - Friday. Live entertainment several nights a week. Open 7 days a week. Located inside the Holiday Inn Oak Hill. Off U.S. 19's Oyler Ave. exit.


Red Dog River Saloon

Fayetteville, West Virginia (WV)
800-879-7483
E-mail: welcome@riversresort.com
Visa, MC, Disc, Amex

Share river stories and great times in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Live music, big-screen TV, billiards, snacks, and the area's largest selection of domestic and imported beverages. On Fayette Station Road in Fayetteville.

 

 

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Shopping
Supplementing your enjoyment of the Bridge Day festival, hundreds of unique shops operate within a half hour of the New River Gorge Bridge.  Read more...
 
Lodging
West Virginia's Bridge Day Festival attracts thousands to campgrounds, board and breakfasts, cabins, and  motels and hotels near the New River Gorge Bridge.
 
Maps and Directions
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