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DINING: Try out these Tri-State favorites
Joon Kim presents two of Rocco's Little Italy's most popular items, The Under Boss, a sausage sandwich topped with pizza sauce, and the Calabrese anti pasta salad.
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Dining Stomach rumbling? You're in luck. Here's a taste of the Tri-State's many eateries.
HUNTINGTON
Applebee's
Description: Casual dining billed as your "Neighborhood Bar and Grill."
Address: 1135 3rd Ave.
Phone: 304-525-4321
On the Web: www.applebees.com
Benny's Cheesesteaks
Description: This is the second location for Benny's, which was founded in Dublin, Ohio, by Jin Hyun. Authentic cheesesteaks served on scratch-made rolls.
Address: 289 9th Street, Pullman Square
Phone: 304-523-9500
Buddy's All-American BBQ
Description: Bring the wet wipes when you visit this restaurant, which prides itself on serving wings smothered in sauce, barbecue sandwiches and ice-cold beer.
Address: 1537 3rd Ave.
Phone: 304-522-9869
On the Web: www.wvbbq.com
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
Description: In addition to chicken wings and ribs, this eatery offers a wide array of sports broadcasts, full-service bar and video trivia games. Specialties: Buffalo, N.Y.-style chicken wings.
Address: 746 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-525-2999
On the Web: www.buffalowildwings.com
Charlie's Diner
Description: 1950s-style diner surrounded by Harley-Davidson memorabilia.
Address: 408 4th St.
Phone: 304-523-1340
On the Web: www.charlieshd.com
Coach Bobby Pruett's Steak House
Description: Named after the former Marshall University football coach, this restaurant offers a variety of meat, pasta and seafood entrees in an atmosphere flavored with Thundering Herd memorabilia.
Address: 1001 3rd Ave. (inside the Radisson Hotel)
Phone: 304-691-5425
On the Web: www.bobbypruettssteakhouse.com
Cold Stone Creamery
Description: The store features 18 flavors of ice cream, to which patrons can add a variety of mix-ins for a distinct creation. Employees do the mixing on a granite stone while patrons watch.
Address: 10 Pullman Square
Phone: 304-522-6640
On the Web: www.coldstonecreamery.com
Central City Café
Description: Located in the heart of the city's antiques district, this eatery offers a variety of soups and sandwiches with décor displaying Huntington's history.
Address: 529 14th St. West
Phone: 304-522-6142
On the Web: www.oldcentralcity.com
Chili Willi's
Description: A favorite of the Tri-State for more than 20 years, this restaurant offers Tex-Mex at its finest with a flair for detail and fresh ingredients.
Address: 1315 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-4857
On the Web: www.chiliwillis.com
China Garden Buffet
Description: This authentic Chinese eatery offers a cozy dining atmosphere filled with scents from the buffet, which is full of hot entrees, rice and soups. Buffet is available for carry-out.
Address: 804 6th Ave.
Phone: 304-697-3636
Daniello's
Description: With more than 70 menu items, you'll think you've just walked off the streets of New York City when you visit this Italian snack shop.
Address: 1206 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-522-6362
On the Web: www.daniellos.2ya.com
Dos Amigos
Description: Authentic Mexican food.
Address: 912 3rd Ave., Pullman Square
Phone: 304-697-2222
On the Web: www.dosamigoshuntington.com
Fat Patty's
Description: Located near the Marshall University campus, Fat Patty's offers casual dining and a menu with 12 specialty burgers.
Address: 1935 3rd Ave.
Phone: 304-781-2555
On the Web: www.fatpattysonline.com
Five Guys Burgers & Fries
Description: The name says it all -- this casual dining restaurant prides itself on offering the highest quality burgers.
Address: 900 3rd Ave., Pullman Square
Phone: 304-781-5700
On the Web: www.fiveguys.com
Frankie D's Italian Chophouse
Description: Quality, fine food with an Italian flair served in a casual, comfortable atmosphere.
Address: 26 Pullman Square, Suite 310
Phone: 304-781-3022
On the Web: www.frankiedsitalianchophouse.com
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant
Description: A new comic takes the stage each week while the audience can enjoy a variety of drinks, appetizers, entrees and desserts. Past acts have included such national names as Michael Winslow, Tim Wilson and Drew Hastings.
Address: 26 Pullman Square, Suite 207
Phone: 304-781-1000
On the Web: www.wvfunnybone.com
Gino's Pub
Description: Cold legal beverages, video games, skee-ball, 13 televisions and some darn good food.
Address: 2501 5th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-6086
On the Web: www.ginospizza.com
Giovanni's Pizza
Description: This fun pub just across the street from Marshall stadium is a popular hangout on game day and all year-round. Also offers delivery.
Address: 2002 3rd Ave., across from the Marshall football stadium
Phone: 304-522-4134
On the Web: www.giovannishuntington.com
Happy Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Description: Buffet always available as well as menu items; carryout and call-ahead orders available.
Address: 1238 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-697-9061
Heavenly Ham
Description: Stop by for a sandwich or boxed lunch to go, or try some of the homestyle sides and desserts.
Address: 4341 Rt. 60 E. #3500
Phone: 304-733-4266
On the Web: www.heavenlyham.com
Hibachi Japanese Steak House
Description: Watch skilled chefs cook an authentic Japanese meal at your table.
Address: 839 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-697-0920
Hillbilly Hotdogs
Description: A West Virginia original - a fanciful experience that pokes fun at Appalachian stereotypes while serving up some gourmet hot dogs with emphasis on great service and hospitality.
Address: 1501 3rd Ave., Huntington; 6591 Ohio River Road, Lesage, W.Va., 4346 5th Street Rd. and a fourth franchise in Culloden, W.Va.
Phone: 304-522-0044
On the Web: www.hillbillyhotdogs.com
Holderby's Landing
Description: Appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and more, served up on a floating barge on the Ohio River. Live music acts many nights of the week.
Address: 1360 Harris Park Drive
Phone: 304-523-2628
On the Web: www.holderbyslanding.com
Husson's Pizza
Description: Pizza lovers will enjoy this Italian eatery, which also offers a variety of hot wings, subs and calzones.
Address: 335 Hal Greer Blvd.
Phone: 304-781-2488
On the Web: www.hussonspizza.com
Jim's Steak & Spaghetti House
Description: A Huntington favorite for more than 70 years. Enjoy homemade spaghetti and top-notch service while sitting in booths that are lined with autographed pictures of celebrities and entertainers who have visited the restaurant. Don't forget to ask about the day's selection of homemade pies!
Address: 920 5th Ave.
Phone: 304-696-9788
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwich Shop
Description: Need lunch, stat? Head to Jimmy John's for a variety of fresh sandwiches, promised to be made in 30 seconds or less.
Address: 1418 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-8090
On the Web: www.jimmyjohns.com
Jewel City Seafood
Description: Part fresh seafood market, part sit-down restaurant, Jewel City lets you take home the catch of the day and cook it your way, or order it custom-cooked for you, along with down-home sides.
Address: 1317 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-7961
On the Web: www.jewelcityseafood.com
Marshall Hall of Fame Cafe
Description: Soak up the rich history of Marshall athletics while you enjoy your meal.
Address: 857 3rd Ave.
Phone: 304-697-9800
On the Web: www.halloffamecafes.com
Max & Erma's
Description: Casual American cuisine for lunch and dinner
Address: 26 Pullman Square, Suite 223
Phone: 304-781-3545
On the Web: www.maxandermas.com
Melini Cucina Italian Restaurant
Description: Authentic Italian
Address: 350 10th St. Huntington, WV 25701
Phone: 304-399-3000
On the Web: www.melinicucina.net
Nawab Indian Cuisine
Description: Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine in this peaceful setting.
Address: 600 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-525-8500
On the Web: www.nawabonline.com
Pita Pit
Description: Need a quick lunch, but want something healthy? Check out the Pita Pit for a variety of fresh, healthy sandwich selections, all rolled into a pita.
Address: 1216 Fourth Ave.
Phone: 304-781-PITA
On the Web: www.pitapitusa.com
Red Lobster
Description: Any seafood lover will be delighted at this internationally known chain. The restaurant includes a fully stocked bar and moderate wine list.
Address: 200 10th St.
Phone: 304-529-4042
On the Web: www.redlobster.com
Rio Grande
Description: Authentic Mexican food served in an authentic Mexican atmosphere.
Address: 914 4th Ave., and a second location at 2595 5th Ave.
Phone: 304-522-3010, 304-522-2300
Rocco's Little Italy
Description: A smaller version of the well-known Rocco's Ristorante is Ceredo that accommodates a busy lunchtime crowd.
Address: 1345 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-2400
On the Web: www.roccoslittleitaly.com
Savannah's
Description: You'll find fine-dining at its best at this destination restaurant located in a remodeled house built in 1903.
Address: 1208 6th Ave.
Phone: 304-529-0919
On the Web: www.savannahsmenu.com
Schlotzsky's
Description: With more than 500 locations across the country, this chain prides itself in its variety of sandwiches served on sourdough bread.
Address: 844 4th Ave.
Phone: 304-525-8000
On the Web: www.schlotzskys.com
Sharkey's Fins Cafe
Description: Enjoy gourmet pizzas and a selection of appetizers in a fun environment that is home to sports telecasts, trivia and live music on most weekends.
Address: 410 10th St.
Phone: 304-523-3200
Shoney's
Description: This chain offers down-home southern cooking with a daily buffet.
Address: 1700 Washington Ave.
Phone: 304-429-2065
On the Web: www.shoneys.com
Uno's Chicago Grill
Description: Chicago-style pizza and a variety of other entrees and grill items
Address: 279 9th Ave., Pullman Square
Phone: 304-697-8667
On the Web: www.unos.com
Vic's Ivy Cuisine
Description: Enjoy a variety of flavorful soups and salads in this quaint restaurant with a bright, artistic flair. The restaurant also offers catering for a variety of events.
Address: 412 9th St.
Phone: 304-522-3303
West Tenampa
Description: Authentic Mexican cuisine
Address: 1360 14th St.; a second location, called El Tenampa, in Kenova, W.Va.
Phone: 304-522-0152
BARBOURSVILLE
Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders
Description: Casual dining atmosphere offering traditional and unique pizzas and hearty grinder sandwiches for eat-in or carryout.
Address: 3028 Champion Drive
Phone: 304-736-9111
On the Web: www.bellacinos.com
Blackhawk Grille
Description: When it opened in 2001, it didn't take long for it to gain the reputation as one of the best gourmet restaurants in the Tri-State.
Address: 646 Central Ave.
Phone: 304-736-9494. Reservations are recommended.
On the Web: www.blackhawkgrille.net
Chili's Grill & Bar
Description: Home of the Big Mouth Burger, which diners can customize.
Address: 925 Mall Road
Phone: 304-733-9589
On the Web: www.chilis.com
Cracker Barrel
Description: The national chain is known for its traditional home cooking and friendly service.
Address: 3 Cracker Barrel Drive (on U.S. 60 at the Huntington Mall exit).
Phone: 304-733-3450
On the Web: www.crackerbarrel.com
Famous Dave's
Description: A casual, fun chain restaurant serving up generous portions of shredded barbeque, ribs, beef brisket and catfish with tasty sides like corn muffins and decadent bread pudding for dessert.
Address: 3419 U.S. 60 East
Phone: 304-736-7675
On the Web: www.famousdaves.com
Logan's Roadhouse
Description: There's no limit for this national chain, which is known for its hand-cut steaks and freshly baked bread.
Address: 850 Mall Road
Phone: 304-736-2792
On the Web: www.logansroadhouse.com
O'Charley's
Description: Classic American family food
Address: 3060 Champion Drive
Phone: 304-733-9301
On the Web: www.ocharleys.com
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
Description: Tuscan-style dining in a home-like setting
Address: 12 Mall Road
Phone: 304-733-6481
On the Web: www.olivergarden.com
Outback Steakhouse
Description: Savory steaks rule the menu at this Aussie-flavored chain
Address: 3417 U.S. 60 E (Huntington Mall exit on Interstate 64)
Phone: 304-733-1355
On the Web: www.outbacksteakhouse.com
Panera Bread
Description: Panera Bread specializes in artisan breads and offers a vast spread of pastries, along with bagels, egg souffles, gourmet coffee, sandwiches, soups, salads and desserts.
Address: 905 Ring Road (Huntington Mall parking lot)
Phone: 304-302-5700
On the Web: www.panerabread.com
Ruby Tuesday
Description: This national chain bills itself as "Simple Fresh American Dining."
Address: 1 Mall Road
Phone: 304-733-2223
On the Web: www.rubytuesday.com
Shogun Japanese Steakhouse
Description: Traditional Japanese cuisine
Address: 3420 U.S. Route 60 E
Phone: 304-733-2917
On the Web: www.shogunwv.com
Super China Buffet
Description: With more than 150 items, this restaurant lives up to its name.
Address: 200 Mall Road
Phone: 304-733-2888
Tascali's Decades Pasta & Grill
Description: Italian and American food
Address: 6007 U.S. 60 E
Phone: 304-736-0504
PUTNAM COUNTY
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill
Description: Casual dining billed as your "Neighborhood Bar and Grill."
Address: 60 Liberty Square
Phone: 304-757-4310
On the Web: www.applebees.com
Asia Wok
Description: Chinese food
Address: 3680 Winfield Rd., Winfield
Phone: 304-586-2886
China Chef Restaurant
Description: Chinese and Asian food
Address: 200 Great Teays Blvd. # 5, Scott Depot
Phone: 304-757-6011
Creekside Café
Description: Enjoy a full menu of sandwiches, appetizers, wings, and a lunch special every weekday
Address: 3380 Teays Valley Rd., Hurricane
Phone: 304-562-2494
Mi Pueblito
Description: Mexican food
Address: 410 Hurricane Creek Rd., Hurricane
Phone: 304-562-6990
Mona's Family Kitchen Catering
Description: American cuisine
Address: U.S. Route 35, Fraziers Bottom
Phone: 304-937-2855
Spicy Pineapple Cajun Café
Address: 3750 Teays Valley Rd., Hurricane
Phone: 304-757-0505
Wellington's
Address: 1 Dairy Rd., Poca
Phone: 304-755-8219
On the Web: www.wellingtonswv.com
WAYNE COUNTY
Rocco's Ristorante
Description: Considered one of the Tri-State's finest classic Italian restaurants.
Address: 252 Main St., Ceredo
Phone: 304-453-3000
On the Web: www.roccosristorante.com
El Tenampa Mexican Restaurant
Description: Authentic Mexican cuisine
Address: 804 Oak St., Kenova
Phone: 304-453-3550
Evaroni's Pizza
Description: This traditional pizza parlor has been a Kenova favorite since 1968.
Address: 914 Oak St. (U.S. 60 in Kenova)
Phone: 304-453-4355
Cowboy Cook'n Family Restaurant
Description: It doesn't get any more down-home than this family style diner
Address: 6647 Route 152, Wayne
Phone: 304-272-3663
Gino's Pizza and Spaghetti House
Description: Gino's Pizza and pub-style food is so good, there are three locations in Wayne County alone.
Locations: Gino's Pizza and Spaghetti House, Lavalette, 304- 529-1818; Gino's Pizza of Kenova, 1121 Oak St., Kenova, 304-453-1351; Gino's Pizza of Wayne, Corner of Cleveland, Wayne, 304-272-5191
Griffith & Feil Soda Fountain
Description: Step back in time when you enter the Griffith & Feil Drug Store, a working pharmacy that houses a true, old-fashioned soda counter that includes a restored 1929 soda fountain.
Address: 1405 Chestnut St., Kenova
Phone: 304-453-2381
South Tenampa Mexican Restaurant
Description: Authentic Mexican cuisine
Address: 4701 Route 152, Lavalette
Phone: 304-522-0904
ASHLAND, KY.
Cheddars Casual Cafe
Description: Upscale, but casual diner serving American cuisine.
Address: 530 Winchester Ave.
Phone: 606-324-1045
On the Web: www.cheddars.com
Gattiland
Description: Pizza buffet plus a family friendly game room, big screen TV and more to entertain diners of all ages.
Address: 711 12th St. #3
Phone: 606-329-8381
On the Web: www.gattispizza.com
Applebee's
Description: Casual dining billed as your "Neighborhood Bar and Grill."
Address: 505 Armco Rd.
Phone: 606-324-6646
On the Web: www.applebees.com
Cafe Zeal
Description: A cozy, artsy cafe located inside The Frame Up Gallery
Address: 1436 Winchester Ave.
Phone: 606-324-8565
On the Web: www.discoverzeal.com
Fiesta Bravo
Description: Authentic Mexican food
Address: 500 Winchester Ave. #620, in the Ashland Town Center
Phone: 606-329-2406
Katie's Corner Cafe
Description: Home-style diner food, with breakfast served all day
Address: 1450 Greenup Ave.
Phone: 606-325-5283
Ruby Tuesday
Description: This national chain bills itself as "Simple Fresh American Dining."
Address: 399 Armco Rd.
Phone: 606-329-1176
On the Web: www.rubytuesday.com
C.J. Maggie's American Grill
Description: Celebrating diversity of American cuisine is what this restaurant does best.
Address: 1442 Winchester Ave.
Phone: 606-324-7895
On the Web: www.cj-maggies.com
La Finca Mexican Restaurant
Description: This establishment offers authentic flavors and sounds of Mexico. A Mariachi band is known to play from time to time.
Address: 1200 Winchester Ave.
Phone: 606-324-2134
Rajah's Family Restaurant
Description: You won't find too many eateries like this - Grandma's home cooking with Middle Eastern décor.
Address: 8130 U.S. 60
Phone: 606-928-3382
Texas Roadhouse
Description: This restaurant has everything you want in a Texas-style steakhouse
Address: 501 Winchester Ave.
Phone: 606-325-5188
On the Web: www.texasroadhouse.com
LAWRENCE COUNTY, OHIO
Austyn's Restaurant
Description: This downtown Ironton establishment offers steak, seafood, pasta and international cuisine
Address: 124 Bobby Bare Blvd., Ironton
Phone: 740-533-3463
On the Web: www.austyns.com
Café on the Run/Tea Room Cafe
Description: The Tea Room Café is the restaurant that serves lunch four days a week. Café on the Run is the catering business. Either way, it's a taste of elegance with a personal touch.
Address: 95 Private Drive 5994, Proctorville
Phone: 740-886-2919
Web site: www.cafeontherun.net
Frog Town
Description: For those feeling green enough, try some frog legs, seafood gumbo or turtle soup.
Address: 2515 S. 3rd St., Ironton
Phone: 740-532-8337
Melini Cucina Italian Restaurant
Description: Authentic Italian
Address: 124 South 2nd St., Ironton
Phone: 740-534-5988
On the Web: www.melinicucina.net
Peddler's Home Cooking
Description: The menu is loaded with down home country meals including turkey and dressing, baked pork chops and homemade soup.
Address: 2225 S. 3rd St., Ironton
Phone: 740-532-8811
PORTSMOUTH, OHIO
Toro Loco Authentic Mexican
Description: Authentic Mexican food
Address: Three locations! 701 Washington St., 2311 Gallia St., and 201 South 3rd St. (Ironton)
Phone: 740-354-0407, 740-353-2080, 740-533-2327
Ye Olde Lantern
Description: Good Food, From Steaks to Sandwiches, Carry Out Available
Address: 601 2nd St.
Phone: 740-353-6638
On the Web: www.yeoldlantern.com
Portsmouth Brewing Company Brew Pub
Description: The Brew Pub is a restaurant within Portsmouths own micro-brewery. Good food is accompanied by live music on Wednesday and Friday nights.
Address: 224 2nd St.
Phone: 740-354-6106
Scioto Ribber
Description: This restaurant serves its own original barbecue sauce to accompany its generous-cut ribs.
Address: 1026 Gallia St.
Phone: 740-353-9329
On the Web: www.sciotoribber.com
Port City Café & Pub
Description: A genuine Irish experience in the Ohio Valley.
Address: 424 Chillicothe St.
Phone: 740-355-9015
Williams American Cuisine
Description: Offers fine dining in an upscale setting, specializing in seafood, steaks, chops, pasta and desserts.
Address: 603 Chillicothe St.
Phone: 740-355-3141
MASON COUNTY
Country Corner
Description: Country cooking at its best.
Address: Rural Route 2, Letart
Phone: 304-895-3744
Gloria's Lighthouse Café
Address: 64 White Ridge Rd., Point Pleasant
Phone: 304-675-8184
Harris Steak House
Address: 324 Main St., Point Pleasant
Phone: 304-675-9726
Iron Gate Fine Dining
Address: 625 Main St., Point Pleasant
Phone: 304-675-2200
Village Pizza Inn
Address: 3004 Jackson Ave., Point Pleasant
Phone: 304-675-4472
On the Web: www.pizzainn.com
Kam Bo Buffet
Description: Authentic Asian cuisine
Address: 1066 2nd St., Mason, W.Va.
Phone: 304-773-5800
Pancho's Mexican Cantina
Description: Authentic Mexican fare
Address: 124 Highland Ave., Point Pleasant
Phone: 304-675-3874
On the Web: www.eatpanchos.com
Festival of Trees and Trains 
Ashland's annual Christmas Parade 
MEN'S BASKETBALL: Marshall vs. Lamar 
3rd annual Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk 
John Evans 
52nd annual Appalachian Model Railroad Society Show 
FOOTBALL: UTEP vs. Marshall University 
Indoor Demolition Turkey Derby 
Christmas For a Cause 
MEN'S BASKETBALL: Marshall vs. Ohio 
