My wife's family all came from Hinton, West Virginia, so we go back every couple years to visit. This visit was very special since we were here to bury our son's ashes in the old family plot atop the mountain.
And every visit must also include hot dogs at the Dairy Queen in town. Dunno whether it's the toasted buns, the wieners, the fixings or the ambiance right on New River, but just the best southern dogs (mustard, onion, chili and coleslaw) ever! Not to mention the shakes, malts, etc.
And if you stop in on a Saturday night, I believe you would the majority of town folks stopping by. After all, we travel from Tampa area to get here! Great food and great ambiance. Just a caution, they do get busy at times, but worth the drive and the wait. read more