The Dish Cafe

Experience friendly service and delicious seafood, thickshakes, and more at The Dish Cafe Shopping Place. A local favorite for all!
  • 4.5 830 rating
  • 1466 Ritter Dr, Daniels, WV 25832, United States
  • +1 304-763-2366

Why Locals Love The Dish Cafe

The Dish Cafe in Daniels, WV is a charming American restaurant that effortlessly combines comfort food with a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Nestled at 1466 Ritter Dr, this delightful eatery is a must-visit for anyone craving expertly crafted, flavorful dishes paired with warm hospitality.

The menu showcases a variety of mouthwatering options that elevate classic American favorites. Their “Wings and More!” selection is a standout—with perfectly grilled chicken tenders and panko crusted fried chicken tenders each priced at $13. These tenders offer a beautiful balance of crispiness and juicy tenderness that speaks of careful preparation. For those who enjoy a richer flavor profile, the Cajun Shrimp over Creamy Polenta—voted a favorite by many patrons—delivers a luscious and indulgent bite that dances on the palate with subtle smokiness and spice.

A visit to The Dish Cafe is never complete without sampling their handcrafted coffee drinks. Featuring a medium roast sourced directly from South America, their Regular Hot Coffee ($3.50) comforts with deep, rich notes, while the flavored hot or iced coffees ($5.00) offer a refreshing twist, perfect for a midday pick-me-up. Their selection of handcrafted teas and lemonades ($3.50) adds a thoughtful variety to the beverage menu, inviting guests to sip slowly and savor the moment.

Beyond the main courses, the restaurant’s house-made sauces, salads, and dips are genuine crowd-pleasers. Fresh and preservative-free, the Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Pimento Cheese Dip, and Sweet Basil Chicken Salad bring an elevated, artisanal touch to any meal or snack. So popular are these dips that The Dish Cafe now offers them to-go, allowing customers to bring a piece of their unique culinary charm home.

Patrons frequently praise the genuine hospitality and relaxed ambiance that The Dish Cafe fosters. Whether you're settling in for a leisurely brunch or enjoying dinner with friends accompanied by craft drinks and laughter, this spot ensures a memorable dining experience. Families appreciate the friendly vibe and sizable portions, while the mix of rustic décor and attentive service creates an inviting setting where every guest feels cared for.

Customer testimonials paint a vivid picture of what to expect: Lynn Alomar’s family treasured the cozy atmosphere and rave-worthy brunches, Courtney Cox was delighted by the unexpected quality and generous portions of the chicken tenders and appetizers, and Dori Frost was impressed by the attentive bartender-waiter and beautifully prepared dishes that showcased true culinary skill.

In summary, The Dish Cafe is a hidden gem in Daniels that stands out by blending hearty American classics with sophistication and a personal touch. It's the kind of place that leaves you feeling satisfied, warmly welcomed, and already anticipating your next visit.

What Makes This Place Friendly

  • Kerbside pickup
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Bar on site
  • Toilet
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking
  • Dogs allowed outside

When & Where to Visit

  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM

Real Reviews from the Community

Lynn Alomar
  • Mar 7, 2026
5

My family and I ate here twice during our stay in WV! Brunch was delicious with a cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. We came back again and especially enjoyed dinner with old friends, tasty drinks and good fun. My favorite dish was by far the Cajun Shrimp over Creamy Polenta. Delicious. Both of my teen daughters tried the iced coffee and were not disappointed. We will definitely be dining here every time we're in town!

courtney cox
  • Mar 1, 2026
5

Food was soo delicious! Husband got the Hey Jack burger and it came as expected he said it was delicious, I ordered the chicken tenders, these are DELICIOUS but theyre actually chicken filets lol. Had the pretzels and pimento cheese for an appetizer and heads up the cheese comes cold! still delicious just not expected. kind of hard to get the waiters attenion even though it was 3pm on a sunday, and kind of a posh atmosphere with dark “mood lighting”. none the less a very pleasant experience and we will definitely be back!

Dori Frost
  • Feb 5, 2026
5

What a great little restaurant! We were in town to ski, and I found this place online, read the reviews and made a reservation. We were seated at a half circle booth in the bar area, which is beautiful and has a few tvs. Our waiter was also the bartender and he was phenomenal. The food, same. We had the 6 ounce filet, the porchetta sandwich and the sweet and savory salad. All of it was sooooo good. The waitstaff were efficient and seemed relaxed, the vibe was Friday night at the neighborhood restaurant, and we will definitely be back as we are in the area a couple times a year. I highly recommend The Dish.

Ke3bz
  • Jan 14, 2026
4

A nice little surprise in a Dollar General strip that we found from word-of-mouth staying at the Glades Springs Resort, and the food itself lived up to every good thing we heard. An appetizer of Firecracker Shrimp put the likes of Outback Steakhouse to shame with its spices and breading with a delicious dipping sauce. Sadly, then, a chaotic environment with workers all playing tag trying to find their way as a manager was loudly exasperated at hosts and bus-people lead to a stressful environment. We waited another hour for a salad to show up and then longer for our main dishes. The Chicken Marinara was amazingly well prepared and the breading was perfect on top of a delicious Alfredo. Chicken Wings were lightly breaded but just tender enough and sauced to perfection, but they had been under a lamp just long enough that they had cooled and the sauce has begun to dry into the wings. The kids couldn't stop talking about how good the Tenders and fries were, crispy, tender and a great portion. I can easily suggest the food, but cannot say it will be a relaxing experience and be careful on a time crunch!

Lisa F. Macdowell
  • Jan 5, 2026
5

Fine dining in little Daniel's WV. Started with the chicken lettuce wraps...very good!! Chicken parm was more than ample size and delicious. Shrimp po boy was good as well. Kids meal chicken tenders were also a hit!!

Lead Smart
  • Dec 26, 2025
5

Stopped on our way through to our hotel in Beckley. Great choice Lettuce wraps were good but the star was the filet!! We shared it and it was one of the best we’ve had and we’re pretty picky! We ordered a side salad, loaded potato, Mac and cheese and Brussels. All the sides were great! Finished off with Bread Pudding done right! Would have loved some homemade whipped cream with it! Maybe they’ll add that next time! Landon was our server and we were cold! It was in the teens and outside and the restaurant was chilly! He got us a heater! We were so appreciative! He was a great server! Thanks for a great dinner!

Eric B
  • Dec 26, 2025
5

The seemingly never ending work zone on the road running by made it a bit of a beast getting there. Around 5 o'clock, stop and go for over a mile. But once there we were seated promptly and even though the next shift came on at five the waitress from the bar side covered just fine. I had the sirloin with sweet potato fries and a house salad. Steak was cooked exactly as ordered and excellent. The fries were crisp and not overly sweetened with sugar as some restaurants present them. My wife made a meal of sides with the broccoli cheese and asparagus soup, grilled polenta and buffalo cauliflower. They were all served in time with my meal and she really liked the seasoning on the cauliflower. Would highly recommend if you are in this area and want more than hamburgers and dogs which seem to be the most popular local food.

Kathryn Tikkanen
  • Dec 16, 2025
5

Can't say enough about this little place! It was originally recommended by our banker, so we gave it a try. The restaurant is in a very unassuming building next to The Dollar Tree. Don't let that fool you. The interior is elegant, pretty and comfortable. Our server was friendly and efficient. We had the chicken strips appetizer with house made ranch, and I had the Po'boy with mac-n-cheese for my side. The sandwich was great- next time I'll as for extra sauce though. The mac-n-cheese was to DIE for! Delicious!! My hubby had the Scottish Salmon with polenta and sweet potato fries. All was amazing! The salmon had a slightly sweet light glaze that made it perfect, and I didn't know polenta could taste like that! Yum! For dessert we had the peanut butter cream pie and the avocado brownie. The brownie was stellar, and the pie was out of this world! Next time it's pie for me! Great visit - can't wait to go again!

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