What a relaxing place to spend an afternoon. It's in a rural countryside, nestled among some…read moremountains. The tasting room is actually a house on a hill- with great views of the mountains and valley. There is indoor and outdoor seating available- but honestly weather permitting- the outside is the place to be! They have a nice selection of bourbon from which they offer flights. They also have some craft cocktails. We tried the bourbon margarita- what a unique combination and it was very good. The staff were pleasant and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our margaritas and a shared flight outside on Adirondack chairs enjoying the views. Our take home purchase was a bottle of their bottled in bond bourbon which has a very flavorful profile with hints of caramel.

Ragged Branch is one of those places we always enjoy coming back to. The bourbon flights are great…read moreand the views are absolutely spectacular. The bourbon margarita is a nice spin and don't forget to say hi to Cooper the dog, who just adds to the laid‑back, welcoming vibe.

It matters what time you get to this establishment. On a Friday night, the service and food were…read moregreat and my bf and I loved the experience. The chicken biscuit I ordered was out of the park for me. However, we came back the very next day, around 3 pm.... Could not get service to save our lives. Sat at almost the exact same place at the bar. Bartender asked for my order, and then had to ask for it again after 5 mins. Finally brought it to me, but we had continued frustrations with the check service. No one would grab our card and so we dropped cash and left. So confusing after we'd had such a good time the night before. 4 stars bc the service and food on Friday was actually really good.

Came in with a couple of friends on a Saturday evening and we were seated right away. The ambiance…read moreis lively with things on the wall to keep my eyes wandering. Our server was nice and attentive. The reason for the 3 stars is the food, it's average. I'll speak to the plates I tried, which were the Po Boy and the Red Snapper plate. Neither of those dishes stood out, where I could taste delight while eating them. I didn't feel they were made with love, moreso this is what it is. Another friend ordered the rib platter, which the meal was big in size, they could finish it.

Absolutely stellar experience. The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice, our food came out quickly…read more(without feeling rushed). Our server was absolutely fantastic, she kept our waters filled and checked in just frequently enough without hovering or having us feel deserted. I feel terrible for not getting her name, but she was amazing. The food itself is absolutely delicious, my steak was perfectly cooked as was my husband's salmon. The vegetables and mashed potatoes were divine and the Brussels sprout app was perfectly crispy. I had the Liberty Lavender Lemonade as well - it was delightful. It was strong (which I prefer - kudos!) but well balanced and not overpowering. We're already looking forward to our next visit and I'm excited for our kids to come - it's rare to see a restaurant offer a kids menu with real food on it (not just frozen chicken tenders, Mac and cheese or pizza). My 6 year old loves real food - steak, salmon, shrimp, etc) so I'm excited to see how he likes the kids steak on the menu.

No-frills American restaurant with both indoor (including both dining room and bar) and outdoor…read moreseating The place is a little grimey, and when I came here for lunch out waiter was very odd as well Food is fairly strange. For example, my fiance got a chicken sandwich, but it came with ham and ranch as well. Also, I got a reuben and it came with bacon Fries are pretty good and kind of a mix between french fries and chips Water tasted funny as well

Had the prime rib, jalapeño poppers and mushrooms. ALL were great. Service was excellent…read more Friendly atmosphere

"Whiskey, Wings, and Pool Sharks: A Local Survival Guide"…read more If you find yourself in Elkins craving good food, cold drinks, and a side of character, roll on down to Whiskey River. The place is pure West Virginia charm with just the right mix of country grit and friendly mischief. The food? Fantastic. The wings are sauced like somebody back there actually cares, and the burgers taste like they've seen a grill before, not a microwave. But be warned: the real action happens at the pool tables. You might think, "I'll shoot a quick game while I wait on my fries." Next thing you know, you're three games deep against a guy named Buck who swears he's "rusty" but just ran the table faster than you can say cue ball. That's when you realize the fries were ready 20 minutes ago -- and you've just been hustled out of your dignity (and maybe a round of shots). Pro tip: If someone offers to "let you break," kindly decline and protect your pride. Order another beer, tip the bartender, and enjoy the show -- because watching the locals play pool here is better entertainment than half the stuff on TV. Whiskey River is one of those rare places where the food's hot, the folks are real, and the laughter's louder than the jukebox. Just remember: eat first, then play pool. You'll thank me later.

What a delightful spot for dinner and a drink or just a drink. It's a tad hard to find since it is…read morein an alley, but once you find it, you're in for a very special evening.

Amazing meal, got lots of shareable plates and everything was delicious. The bartenders were…read morefantastic even tho we arrived close to closing

We randomly came upon this restaurant late at night after a Friday night concert. Only to realize…read morethe place was closing in 30 ish minutes. Upon learning that information we decided not to order any entrees, just desserts. The food was okay. The pricing of this place is insane. Service certainly didn't dictate this level of ambiance. But I would try it again. Hard to give it a full 5 stars when the food was just okay. But the drinks were excellent.

Tonight we had a party of 4 and they squeezed us in. We started with the Caesar salad , onion soup…read moreand calamari. All were excellent. For supper we had the salmon chicken and squash risotto. The chicken Marsala was great the salmon was good. The risotto was meh. Then we had the fried banana bread and vanilla ice cream. Wow get this!! Crem brûlée and raspberry mouse all good banana bread was outstanding. For a place that was established in 1996 I have to hand it to them for doing so well.

Went down to see my brother and wanted one of his favorite spots. He said he liked the burgers at…read morethis downtown spot and decided to give it a try. This bar was serving up classic bar food like burgers and wings. They make them good here - no fancy sauce or toppings, but just a good solid burger with fresh ingredients. Pair it with a pitcher of beer to wash it all down! Apps: Wings Entrees: Burgers Sides: Fries

I came here on a Wednesday night around 9:30pm for some dinner with my sister and friend. We got…read morelucky with getting a table because a group just left, you seat yourself. Our waitress was really nice. I did the Baked Goods cocktail and they did the Old Fashioned cocktail, all was really good. For food, I did the BLT with fries, my sister did the hot dog, and my friend did the Nasty biscuit. It was all so good! We even got the 7 layer chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream for dessert which was really rich but good. They had a live band which was cool playing smooth jazz.

Amazing food (the drinks were great; swordfish and salmon dishes were unusual and perfect;…read morecheesecake for dessert is recommended)! Service was VERY GOOD. Of course, the views were very nice. This place doesn't get much publicity; but it is worth going out of your way to get there.

The first time I ate here was in October of 2023 with my girlfriend. It was a very special night…read morebecause it was our first getaway together and our first romantic dinner together. So, anytime we are in the area we like to stop in to relive those unforgettable memories, which has been several since then. This is one of the very few places that I have always recommended to anyone who lives remotely close to the area, who is traveling close by for work, or is visiting the area for the amazing outdoor activities they have to offer. So let's delve into why this place is one of my favorite dining destinations in West Virginia, but why I also have certain issues with it as well. The things this place does that makes it so great are the things that most restaurant in large cities do to stay relevant. They evolve with said times and constantly change things up to make themselves more enticing in regards to each and every dining experience you have here. There are very few places if any in West Virginia that can give you all this place has to offer. Whether it's well crafted cocktails, somewhat eloquent and mostly fresh and well seasoned dishes, or an ambience inside or outside that is a diamond in the rough. I have been to several 1, 2, and 3 Michelin star restaurants and how they operate in regards to service is what sets them apart from everyone else but also which most can only dream of achieving. This place could probably get one star at some point in time if certain aspects were to change, truly. Listen, I don't mind paying a lot of money for an experience that blows my mind, even if it's just a one or two bite 7 or 9 course tasting menu, but this place wants to blow up your wallet without ever achieving such mind altering dishes. The food is good don't get me wrong, but not 2 and 3 Michelin star prices good for what you get. The last time I went here we spent $125 on two apps which were literally four bites each and two cocktails. Is that a lot of money for the amount of food and drinks we got in a small town in rural West Virginia, absolutely! I get it, charge a high price and see if people will pay it and go from there, but most will only do that once or maybe twice because of the atmosphere or higher expectations upon returning, but the food and service doesn't match the price points in any of my personal experiences here. With that being said, I do love this place and I have stayed here as well. Are the rooms fancy or even above average, No! The hotels down the road are cheaper, much nicer, and include amenities, but to be able to enjoy a nice meal on their patio with an amazing view over a bottle of wine, tasty cocktails, or local beers and not have to worry about driving is worth the price in my opinion. I will say, The Forks is still one of my favorite restaurants in West Virginia. Not just because the food is good(not great but good) but because it's the total experience in itself. It's hard to find a restaurant that serves good food and drinks with a view like they have, especially in West Virginia and that is their main selling point and that is why most come and take pics of the views and dishes but leave wondering how they spent $150-250(before tip) on a meal for two with maybe one drink each while still being hungry and annoyed by the service and high prices. I'd say come to grips with the fact they want you to believe that you are eating at the French Laundry in NAPA Valley, but in all actuality you're just eating at a restaurant with somewhat locally sourced foods depending on the season from people with high expectations of their customers without ever truly proving that their food, drinks, and service are worth their prices. I do check their menu on a regular basis to see if they are offering anything new that I'd like to come and try. I have seen a subtle drop in their prices which leads me to believe they are starting to realize that they can still attain the same type of clientele without ever causing new customers to never return. To end this review I'd like to say that their service is probably the worst part of your dining experience here. In fact you will get better service at a local chain restaurant. If you are a waiter or owner treat every customer as if they are Pete Wells of the NY Times because you never know who can break or make you. If you own a restaurant and you don't have the personality to make your new customers feel warm and welcome, I'd say stay in the kitchen and let someone who can be the head of house so they can hire a proper staff who are friendly, smile, and make you feel they are very grateful for your business. FYI: The last time we came here we literally sat looking at each other for about 20 minutes after finishing our food and drinks before finally getting so annoyed that we got up and walked up to one of the owners to pay our bill, unacceptable.

I'm so glad we stopped here! Chester and Trish were amazing hosts and we had a delightful time…read moretasting through their ciders. These aren't your standard hard ciders - they're not carbonated, more wine-like. And that's not a bad thing! We tasted their regular 8 ciders plus a seasonal offering. There were some we loved and we bought a couple of bottles of those! We were able to chat with Chester and Trish about their operation and wish them nothing but the best! This is a beautiful little spot in the rural area of Garrett county and there are cows and fields right across the street - this is a place you don't want to miss!

Absolutely magical - WOW factor and a half!…read more Tucked away from the hustle and bustle this gorgeous farm-scape is the perfect getaway to enjoy delicious ciders and scenery. The beautiful details take this experience to the next level and the owners are some of the kindest people you'll meet! Can't wait to return and recommend! Thank you Trish and Chester for a phenomenal experience!