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Poky Dot, Fairmont, WV, Dec, 2025. Of course, everyone goes to an ice cream shop in the dead of…read morewinter, right? We had just walked around Valley Falls Park (20 minutes away), and the West Virginians in our group told us that we HAD TO go to Poky Dot for lunch as our 18-month-old granddaughter would surely enjoy the atmosphere. Poky Dot is far more than an ice cream shop, though it's that as well. Our hungry group wanted lunch, and the 50s-style diner did not disappoint! Their food menu is extensive and includes breakfast items, all-day omelets and Benedicts, stacked breakfast sandwiches, munchies (wings, quesadillas, nachos, tater tots), salads, burgers, wraps, croissant sandwiches, hot dogs, big bites, super suppers, soups, and more. Surprisingly, given the diversity of options, four of the five adults in our group ordered burgers (or similar) -- (1) my choice was the Raspberry Kiss Burger ($12.99), which I split with my husband. (Our rating: 5/5). The burger was topped with Swiss cheese, bacon, spring mix, and an amazing raspberry chipotle sauce. I selected the Mac N Cheese as my side. The food was tasty and fresh, the burger was cooked as we like it done, and the quantity was generous. (2) my husband ordered the Cowboy Burger ($13.99), which we also split. (Our joint rating: 4/5). Per the menu, this burger features mushrooms, onions, BBQ sauce, and Swiss cheese -- and topped with a jumbo onion ring. For his side, my husband selected (more) onion rings. Unfortunately, they were out of onion rings, so his burger didn't have the onion ring and he substituted French fries for his side. Overall, the burger was tasty, fresh, and cooked well. However, both of us preferred the raspberry chipotle that was on my burger, and his burger was light on the mushrooms for our tastes. The fries were also weren't crisp. Burger #3 was an Original Poky ($10.99), served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, served with French fries. (Rating: 4/5. The eater found it a bit dry without a sauce on it; fries also not crispy). #4 was the Giovanni ($12.99) from the Big Bites Menu. The Giovanni is half-a-pound of Angus beef, topped with American and provolone cheese and Oliverio peppers, and served on Texas Toast. All Big Bites are served with French fries. The eater rated this dish as 3.5/5, being disappointed that the toast was too small given the size of its meat and peppers topping. Finally, the 5th adult ordered the Chicken Alfredo ($14.99), their fresh grilled chicken served over spaghetti, with their homemade Alfredo sauce. She also got green beans for a side dish. (Not sure of the eater's rating). While the restaurant has a Kids Menu, we brought along cheese, fruit, and other snacks for the baby to happily munch on. Dessert. I'm not sure where to start about the desserts. To say that they're over-the-top is an understatement! Imagine that a single scoop of ice cream weighs one pound. Or that the menu offers a sundae that features 16 scoops of ice cream! We were all quite full but decided that we needed to share some type of dessert. The winner was the Cookie Shake ($14.99), served in a 32-ounce mason jar with your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry ice cream, topped with a Fudge Round, Nutter Butter, Nutty Buddy, chocolate chip cookie, crushed Oreo's, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry on top. The adults in the group averaged to a 4/5 rating, with some feeling that the shake could've been thicker and/or had some cookie or candy add-ins. The toddler though rated it 10/5! The ambiance (5/5) is quirky and fun, with bright colors everywhere, fun booths to sit in, and fun wallpaper in the restaurant AND in the restrooms. It's worth a visit if only to see the atmosphere. Service (5/5). Our waitress was attentive and friendly, with exactly the personality needed for this environment. Parking was easy and free, just off Fairmont Avenue. All told, our overall rating is closer to 4.5, but I'm rounding it up to 5.0 because it was a fun experience, the food and milkshake were good, and the waitress was attentive. I wish that this restaurant were closer to home!

The staff is extremely friendly. The custard was great! The Oreo cookie sandwich is the best!!…read moreIt's worth buying a 6 pack'n

This is my first time going there but I found out that they always have some thing that sugar-free…read more Since I'm diabetic this is a huge big plus for me I will be coming here on a regular basis I have the peach mango ice today I'll give it two thumbs up

I am on a roadtrip and saw this and was excited to try the pepperoni roll! I also got a hot dog and…read moresome ice cream. Great spot! Great service! Great prices!

The food is really good and the ice cream is so soft and creamy! The service isn't slow. And the…read moreplace is right by a highway so be careful!

Honestly this place is a little...unhygienic. The toppings are three rows deep with a glass case…read moreover them, forcing you to reach over everything, nearly touching it all. The strawberries and cherries looked OLD. It's good yogurt, but logistically it needs updated. It's a post COVID world.

Used to be a nice place to go before they broke out the scale. The topping are also usually sparse…read more Ended up spending $18 and some change on two cups. Granted we did load them up but only because they used to not weigh anything. Will not be going back.

A fun breakfast/lunch with the family…read more The club sandwich was absolutely huge and my wife loved her omelette. My son got a burger and devoured it. The restaurant has a really cool 5060s diner vibe and the service was attentive. Super convenient off 79 on our way south for spring break!

We stopped in for breakfeast this past Sunday...fathers day and were seated in the booth…read moreimmediately to the right of the front door. Admittedly the place was busy but after we got our coffee we settled in and ordered, nothing complicated just a late breakfeast. Eventually the ceiling started leaking directly over me dripping on me. ( I was told "sorry about that"). We were commited at this point we were a half an hour in, so we moved. After over an hour we still didnt have our food and I overheard the server talking to the kithcen that it was just a plain waffle and some pancakes. We still had over four hours to drive so we left at which point the waitress still billed me for our coffee which was bitter. I guess this review is more about the coffee since we never actually got to try the food. This place should be avoided if your in town.

Back again after a long hiatus! Love Muriale's ever since my first visit as a 20 something!…read moreStopped by on a drive from Pittsburgh with my sister on our way back to Charlotte and Greenville, SC. I talked into the meatball hoagie with a house salad with the house dressing. Can't wait to eat.... The house salad and Italian bread with soft butter were outstanding. By the number of ingredients, that salad was made with a lot of love. Waiting on the meatball hoagie.... The mixed peppers on the meatball with a large mound of melted mozzarella cheese. The sandwich was large enough that it was a struggle to get my mouth around it to take a bite and that's a good thing! The meatballs and red sauce were as good as ever. My sister had never been to Muriale's so she became an instant fan. After 8 years away this meal was great. Don't ever change and keep it classy. Thank you!

Fairmont, WV. March, 2026. Since 1969, Muriale's Italian Kitchen (and Catering) has been…read more"committed to crafting authentic Italian dishes using time-honored recipes and the freshest ingredients." As we're temporarily home bound, a friend brought us delicious takeout from Muriale's. We shared two somewhat-similar and tasty entrees, (1) Eggplant Parmesan ($21) featuring lightly breaded and fried eggplant, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, house-made marinara sauce and (2) Veal Parmesan ($24), with lighted breaded and fried veal, fresh mozzarella, and house-made meat sauce. Both entrees were served with a side of spaghetti and tomato-based sauce, house salad, and garlic toast. Note that the house salad was excellent, consisting of fresh greens, onions, cheese, olives, tomatoes, pepperoni, and roasted red peppers. We chose the balsamic vinaigrette as our dressing. (Side salads in the Fairmont/Clarksburg area are often only iceberg lettuce and a shaving or two of carrots). Our initial thought was that the prices were a bit on the higher side. However, in seeing the high quality of the food, the generous portions, and the "extras" that were included (salad, garlic toast, etc.), we feel that it was a good value.

I normally don't bother Bob since he's always busy serving up soggy biscuits and gravy to people…read moreaged 490, but my party of three was craving desserts that couldn't be found elsewhere in Fairmont. The bar was on the floor since Easter Sunday doesn't promise many open businesses, so Bob Evans was our only cozy choice for a meal that's typically skipped. The service was fantacular to say the least, though. Our server was peppy with a smile that was more contagious than turkey pox. While my gentleman's bottom was clashing terribly with an unsupportive booth cushion, the chocolate cake and ice cream made me feel like I was on top of the world. I'll be back once I convince my buddy Pasi that he doesn't have to avoid Bob anymore. Pickleston University didn't have very many elite sit-down restaurants nearby, so he's scarred for life.

I was at Bob Evan's with my mom and her friends. The food was amazing, The service was amazing, and…read morethe ambiance was good too. My friends were making the waiter laugh so this is a good restaurant. But the bathrooms stink.

This McDonald's will never win the award for fastest service anywhere. While it may not be…read morecompletely fair to blame the workers, they definitely don't push much effort into their jobs. The drive-thru is the worst design of a drive-thru restaurant I've ever encountered in my life. There is a singular booth detached from the main building that creates an awkward driving pattern. The service in the drive-thru is stunted by the fact the workers have to walk all the way across the restaurant to obtain your food. This McDonald's is by far the inferior McDonald's in Fairmont, WV. The food was prepared a while ago, I've had 1 correct order in 4 tries, and the restaurant design is faulty. And whatever you do, do not try the drive-thru between 730am and 9am or 4pm and 530pm. You'll be looking at a 20 minute experience.

Imagine WORKING at McDonald's and not knowing the difference between a muffin and a friggin…read moreBuscuit... Although the truth of the matter is the employees probably just don't care... I don't think I've ever went through this drive through and gotten 100% what I ordered... it's 100% like clockwork that they will get it wrong.... I'd start going to Eastside... but they're just as bad. I will say the staff was moderately friendly... but that doesn't fix poor accuracy when filling an order. Try harder kids...