This was a good experience. We needed to eat after we checked in to our Airbnb and I found this to be a close drive. The bartender was great, and when I asked if he could make a Mango Margarita, he could and did. My turkey burger was pretty darn good, and my side of slaw was okay (not on the sweet end). I would come back. read more

Alpha Tavern - Mango Margarita - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

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It's Wheeling It's the Alpha The "Ye Olde" and "Moose" are gone The open face sandwich with gravy on it and the fries are also gone. I can forgive the Moose and the Ye Olde missing. And I can look past the phone booth missing But please, the open face being missing ! Not great for old timers whom come to visit the past. On the plus side - Renovations look good Space looks great Not personally happy about the gambling room but again it's a personal choice Service still on point Food quality was outstanding Value for dollar good This place is still "generations" ahead of the competition! (See what I did there ?) read more

Returned to the Alpha and was very disappointed that the service and ambiance haven't improved. They were having a fund raiser and the restaurant was filled with large parties that were participating. Children were left to run around unsupervised, large groups were clustered around the gift tables and the staff was clearly stressed with all the commotion. We were unfortunately seated next to the gift table and in line with the hall from the kitchen. So all the commotion was right next to our table. In addition, the music was very loud and staticky, making conversation impossible. It was a very uncomfortable experience. Our food took a long time and was cold. We ate as fast as we could to get out of there. I wish that the restaurant had either closed for the fundraiser or set it up in such a way that patrons who were not part of it could enjoy their meal. read more

My family stopped by for lunch and were not disappointed. We were greeted and seated right away. The menu at this place is insane. Literally the largest menu I've ever seen. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. She answered all of our questions and made sure to check in on us throughout our meal. I ordered the open faced turkey sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy. The turkey was thick and fresh, not the typical lunch meat turkey that's served in most places. My boyfriend ordered a breakfast burrito with gravy fries. I know what a combination right? His burrito was huge and was stuffed full. We all enjoyed our meals, left with full bellies, and to go containers. We'll definitely be back! read more

Alpha Tavern - Breakfast Burrito - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

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This place is tucked away off the main road in a residential area. There is a small parking area or street parking. They have a nice patio unfortunately it was being used by a private party. They also have a dining room and a bar area. There are nightly specials plus an extensive menu. Part of my group shared the roasted Brussel sprouts, I didn't partake. We also tried the grilled wings in a white sauce and grilled shrimp both very good. The mac n cheese and sweet potato fries were tasty sides. The others at the table both had the special of the night which I believe was half chicken. We all had the "specialty ice cream sandwiches" which we expected to be homemade or at least on a plate, but rather given to us in their wrapper. read more

I'm glad that they revived the deceased Alpha into the new Alpha Tavern, small local businesses ought to be supported whenever possible. That said, they have some improvements they need to make before it becomes a place I would return to again. The exterior and interior have been completely revamped, and frankly it looks great. They have plenty of seating, both inside and outside on a patio, as well as a bar area. We ate inside in one of the booths and the seating is very comfortable. They start you off with complimentary chips and salsa, and the chips are the delicious corn tortilla kind. Great start! Unfortunately, things started to slide from there. After looking through both sides of the menu, one thing became readily apparent: this place is NOT cheap. $12 for a basic hamburger, and add $1 for each cheese/non-condiment topping you want. This was surprising, especially since the original Alpha's menu was pretty reasonably priced if I recall correctly. None of the other items were any easier on the wallet, and even the sides were $5 a pop. Ouch. When we placed the order and my girlfriend requested the tomato be left off, our server laughed and said she could put that in the order notes but they always leave it on the plate anyway. Kind of a weird way to respond to a reasonable request. After she had put our order in, I realized she hadn't asked how I wanted my burger done, and no surprise when it arrived burnt to a crisp. My girlfriend's turkey burger arrived with the wrong bun, in addition to the tomato (as expected) and lacking a pickle while mine did come with one. Consistency seems to be a problem here. So, verdict on the food: excellent fries, GREAT BBQ sauce (some of the best I have ever had), great brioche buns for the sandwiches, though I have no idea if their Angus meat is any good since it arrived thoroughly incinerated. My girlfriend reported her turkey burger was below average. No idea as to any appetizers, other entrees, or desserts since we did not partake on this occasion, though the plates heading to other tables looked quite attractive. I feel like they are still figuring out the menu, kitchen, and staff training, though this was a pretty lackluster experience for such a pricey place. Hope they improve as time goes on. Overall: 3.0 stars --- Pros: - Attractive exterior and interior, lots of seating. - Free salsa is great. - Plenty of free parking in front. - Staff is pleasant but... Cons: - ...Not terribly accurate with their orders, nor are they that great at honoring customer requests. - These prices are surprisingly high for what you get. - The food items seem to be average at best, though elements of them were below average on this trip. read more

Alpha Tavern - Front of menu, 10/15/20. - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

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The variety of foods were amazing and satisfying. We ate on the outside deck and the weather was delightful. The young lady that waited on us was kind and very pleasant to offer suggestions for our various tastes. We will go back again read more

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Great atmosphere, service & food. My fave is the brussel sprouts app. They have a very good selection of food and beverages. read more

Alpha Tavern - Back of bar - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

Decent menu, although I guess it changes a lot. The loaded Bloody Mary I came for was no longer available. So I went with a regular bloody mary which was decent but not worth $7. Went with the Brussels sprouts app and informed the server they were undercooked. He politely apologized and brought back another order exactly the same way... I was then told they simply flash fry them in the fryer. I do my own sprouts at home and every recipe I've ever seen calls for a pan fry to brown the flats, then broil high heat to crisp the out side and cook all the way through at the same time. Obviously the proper method takes too long ? I'd rather wait for my food and have it right than a hack shortcut. HOWEVER, the burger was great, I love the build your burger method they have here. The fries are awesome too! read more

Alpha Tavern - Burger with Swiss, egg, and grilled mushrooms - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

Good food and a nice patio. However, food and drink menu prices are a bit steep. A Buffalo chicken wrap and fries is ~$17. Add a cocktail and you're adding about $10 on top of that. The menu is quite packed with options, which narrowing it down might take my good food remark and turn it into great food. The patio is nice because sitting inside sometimes has a fishy smell. I'm not entirely sure why it smells like that, maybe the kitchen, but the bar doesn't seem to have that smell quite as much as the dining room. It's also weird because the two areas are connected. Overall, Alpha is alright for every now and then. It's not my first pick when looking for somewhere to eat. read more

We were staying at Oglebay cottages (visiting from FL) & wanted to have dinner nearby so we could make it back to 7/3 fireworks...first time dining at Alpha...best NY strip steak I've had in many years. Service was good...restaurant recently refreshed...looks great. Went back Saturday 7/6 for drive up/take-away smoked/grilled ribs and chicken event...cool set up outside...picked up 2 full racks of ribs and 2 half chickens which were best ever... highly recommend Alpha based on our experiences... read more

I was just in Wheeling on a business trip, and we contacted Alpha Tavern to book a large meal for 20 people at the recommendation of a local gal. I am very happy that we did. The food came out quickly and was well prepared, the prices were reasonable, the choice of beverages was extensive, and the service was VERY good. Everyone was very attentive and kind, and the owner/chef came out afterwards to ask us how everything was. The menu is a nice collection of pretty classic American/Italian style food, and those that ordered cocktails said they were good as well. I am very happy with my experience here, and if I ever found myself in wheeling again I would absolutely return. read more

amazing, a great dining experience. From the fresh produce on the patio and amazing food. if you want fall off the bone ribs to brisket and pulled pork. This would be a great concept for Columbus, Ohio read more

Ordered the breaded chicken salad. The chicken was a chicken tender cut in slices and it was greens with 3 olives and 2 tomatoes. Very disappointing The citrus dressing was delicious. read more

We stopped by for dinner last night, and we were beyond impressed with all the renovations. To have a beautiful patio in the area to enjoy a meal with family and friends is such a welcome addition. From the patio heaters to lighting, exposed wood roofing, everything is tastefully done. We started off with the fries, which come as an assortment of crinkle, steak, shoestring, and sweet potato and four dips. As a sauce boss, and my wife being a condiment queen - we absolutely loved it. The brussel sprouts were great, a little bit on the sweet side but it countered the salty and natural bitterness perfectly. For the main course, I got the smoked wings. They seem as if they're smoked, because the chicken is really tender, but it also has that crisp on the outside so I think they're finished in the fryer. Either way, I loved them (ranchero and dry rub cajun were my flavor choices). My wife got a Greek chicken salad, and she said the flavor was great and the chicken was grilled perfectly. Other people in our party got a wrap, and one got ribs. The wrap was two thumbs up, but the ribs were not so great, very tough. Even at that, he said he would still come back but just not order the ribs. Growing pains perhaps, I have faith that the owners will turn it around once they get some more customer feedback. I was eyeing the half chickens, so I'll probably be back for that. We will definitely be back, please keep up the good work guys! read more

The chicken wrap was all wrap. it was not even warm. it was mostly lettuce and just wrap. Fries were cold and dry. They brought "warmer" ones to me but they were the same. Will not be back! read more

Some of the best food I've had in Ohio valley! I had a medium well done burger(the patty itself was huge and did not have a processed taste) with a toasted bun and bacon with onion rings and bbq sauce and lettuce and tomato! Very well prepared and tasted great! read more

Alpha Tavern - My burger. - American Near Me - Wheeling, West Virginia

We found this gem after the place we wanted to eat at was closed. This place was awesome. It's in a quiet neighborhood. The food was fresh made from the cole slaw to the pulled pork. We will definitely be back here next to visit Wheeling. read more

Depends on what you eat hamburger night is delicious I like their small pizza fries and gravy. Also Italian sub has so much on it I had a hard time getting my mouth around it but really good. Waitress Krista is excellent. read more

Showed up for breakfast on a Sunday morning around 11 AM. They ran out of eggs and had to send someone to the local Supermarket. How do you run out of eggs by 11AM on a Sunday when you serve a breakfast menu? Once we got our food, the portions of eggs were large and tasty. The bacon is very good. It has like a pastrami-style crust. We showed up later that night around 10:30 PM because their hours are listed as closing at Midnight. We were greeted at the door and told that they were closing in a few minutes. Update your listed hours. Disappointing. read more

My family and I ate here during our stay at Oglebay. All of theaim BBQ restaurants were closed or sold out so we landed here. All three of us got the ribs and were extremely happy! They were delicious, tender, and the amount of bbq was just right! The fries are super yummy and "crusty". I was not a huge fan of the Cole slaw but tbh, I have a high bar for it. My husband got the potato cheese chowder and it was phenomenal. My son got the spaghetti as a side (lol) and it was great, too! I also got the mango jalapeno frozen margarita....I loved it aa I loved the spice kick. Staff was super friendly and attentive and very accommodating. We will be back!! read more

We were in Wheeling for my Mom's funeral. We had heard that the original Alpha at this location had been rebuilt and under new ownership. What a surprise to walk in and see the completely remodeled restaurant with its modern decor and added outdoor dining space complete with space heaters! My sister and I decided to have the Alpha Tavern as the location for our family gathering after burial. Lynn the manager made our meal planning for 30 people a breeze. When we walked in we found our room beyond what we imagined! Low lighting, perfectly arranged tables and a dedicated staff ready to wait on us. The food was delicious! As a bonus they provided an assortment of the most delicious cheese and pepperoni breads! What started as a very sad day ended with a joyous celebration that we all enjoyed! Thank-you to Jessica, Gigi, Megan, Mandi and Lynn for your over-the-top experience! The Anderson Family read more

We took our team there and had an amazing meal. The food was wonderful as well as the service and environment. Truly something for everyone. We can't wait to make this an annual return trip! Thanks again! read more

Gnats, gnats, gnats all over the place plus in my food. Sent it back. Was asked if I wanted another. Said no. Then waitress asked if I wanted it taken off my bill (????). Definite problem with the bugs. They are coming from somewhere. Wont be back. read more

They fixed up the inside and it looks really fresh and clean. The bathrooms are nice now. Yay! But sorry folks, the food is just bad. All three of us had awful food experiences when we went for lunch in the beginning of March. Just bad. read more

This place is outstanding. From the start the decor and the atmosphere are great. Service was beyond attentive and informative but not overbearing. Then there is the food! The truffle oil garlic wings, bbq wings, and tavern bites are to die for! This is a place we will travel to again to enjoy. Highly recommend. read more

Meatloaf...DRY! Pork chops...OVERCOOKED AND DRY! Never understood the attraction of the place. read more

Food is always good with a wide variety of options. Bruschetta is one of my favorites. There is a lovely outdoor dining area that is heated in the winter. The service is excellent. It is a locally owned friendly place. Highly recommend. read more

We went in with mr daughter and granddaughter and was told it would be a 15 min wait. No big deal. But after 1/2 hour and seeing 4 other tables get seated I went up to ask when we would be seated and she was very rude. I politely set my beer down and said have a great day. I won't be bsck read more

The interior is pretty nice when you first walk in but then you realize it has a southwest motif offering Italian food playing country music with Mexican sombreros hanging on the wall - huh?? My wife ordered grilled chicken, salad, and broccoli, the vegetable of the night, as offered by the waitress. Shortly thereafter, the waitress came back and said they were out of broccoli at 5 PM - dinner time. When my wife's chicken came it was obvious that it had been cooked prior and reheated. It was extremely chewy. She did not say anything, but the waitress inquired as to why she was not eating her entree. My wife explained that it was obviously reheated chicken. The waitress said she would get her a fresh order and left with the entree. Moments later she returned and said the cook told her it would simply be prepared the same way. I suppose that says a lot. The waitress graciously removed her meal from our bill. My rib dinner was fine. I mentioned in previous posts, I did not care for the coleslaw. It is very tangy/vinegar tasting. That is just a preference. The red-skinned potatoes seemed to be instant. There was no evidence of the aforementioned "red skin" and they tasted very boxy. I will absolutely say that our waitress was top-notch and we tipped accordingly. She did her best to serve us and did not neglect her job responsibilities! If you are going for a drink and someplace to hang out...enjoy. read more

The patio is quite a nice atmosphere with decent service; however, the food is overpriced and mediocre at best.

fruit flies...at our table getting into our beer glasses. Wife asked for a new beer and they charged us. fruit flies in a restaurant mean one thing, they don't clean well enough. i will say the fries and wings were good but, my wife's ravioli was cold by the time it hit the table. As a local i've tried to give them the benefit, but fruit flies in the dinning room is unacceptable. clean your kitchen read more

Good food & atmosphere. A must try if you're in the area! The loaded chicken nachos were amazing!

Just ok. Asked for fries instead of mashed potatoes and even though there's no mention of it anywhere, I was told pretty matter of factly "NO SUBSTITUTIONS". Then they forgot my side. Then my meal was just ok. I probably won't be back. On the plus side, it looks good inside. Renovations are nice. read more

Overpriced, mediocre, poor service and wait staff Staring at you as you eat the worst place I have ever eaten at

Tried to sit out on the patio with a group of friends. Yellow Jackets drove us inside only to discover that NONE of the staff were wearing masks. Don't know if this was a management decision or a staff decision, but it was at the very least a very inconsiderate and unsafe decision for patrons and staff alike. I will never patronize this place again. read more

My girlfriend and I visited this restaurant on New Years Eve for dinner. The restaurant is clean and renovated with modern updates. Chips and salsa were served to every table complimentary, from appearance and taste obviously not fresh, but we were hungry so we ate them. BBQ chicken and stuffed pork chops were the entree's we chose, they were delicious, but the sides were disgusting. A side of vegetables was served in a bowl floating in oil. We both ordered mashed potatoes which were stiff and tasted like instant. The waitress offered to get us something else, but the dining room was closing and we opted not to anger the kitchen staff. We had no complaints over the waitress. Overall disappointed but due to the entrees not angry, would not repeat. read more

Placed take out order. Shorted a salad and another salad was made completely wrong and included a long hair in it. Gross won't be coming back anytime soon! read more

We went for breakfast on Sunday, and the food was amazing!!!!! The price is cheap and you revived a large quantity of food. We did not have to wait. The service was quick. Will be making this a routine Sunday event. read more

Love your food. But today we ordered food to go and you messed up my pregnant fiancé order and now she's pissed at me so thanks for that. Still love you food though. read more