B.C. MaC in Morgantown is a casual barbecue spot located on Pleasant Street that specializes in smoked meats, sandwiches & bowls. B.C. MaC actually began as Big Cock’s BBQ, a boldly named jerk and barbecue spot with a playful rooster logo. The original concept leaned heavily on Jamaican jerk flavors with some barbecue influence. Over time, the restaurant rebranded as B.C. MaC to create a more approachable, family-friendly identity while still nodding to its roots. Decor is minimal, as was the foot traffic. My order for a mac & cheese bowl topped with BBQ pork and crispy onions came out quick. The cheese sauce was creamy but a little one-note, and the pork, while tender, didn’t bring much depth of flavor. The crispy onions helped with texture. Grade: B

Huey Magoo’s in Morgantown is part of a growing fast-casual chain known for branding itself as “The Filet Mignon of Chicken.” The restaurant specializes in chicken tenders made from premium cuts, served grilled or hand-breaded. The interior is what you might expect from a modern fast casual restaurant. Clean, straightforward seating and bright lights with wood accents. The three hand-breaded tenders at Huey Magoo’s arrive golden and crisp, with a thick breading that could be a bit heavy. A dusting of Parmesan adds a salty, savory finish that pairs well with the chicken’s juicy interior. The tenders are served alongside thick slices of buttery Texas toast and a pile of crinkle-cut fries that could be crispier. The meal is rounded out by Huey Magoo’s signature dip, a creamy, tangy sauce that balances the richness of the chicken and toast. Altogether, it’s a straightforward meal that ranks above other average fast food chicken restaurants for me. Grade: B

Roosters Roost in Morgantown serves signature pressure-fried chicken.

"At Roosters Roost, we’ve mastered the art of fried chicken. Our unique pressure-frying method ensures that every piece is perfectly cooked — juicy on the inside, golden and crispy on the outside. What’s our secret? A proprietary blend of 10 herbs and spices that delivers the perfect balance of savory and aromatic flavors in every bite."



The restaurant has a casual atmosphere with indoor seating, making it a comfortable spot for families and groups. Beyond chicken, the menu variety with options like fries, pepperoni rolls, pizza and salads. I placed an online order, and there was a bit of confusion when picking it up, but it was ultimately cleared up.



I had the buffalo chicken rolls with ranch. They delivered big flavor in a compact, crunchy package. The combination of shredded chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and cheese wrapped in a crisp shell made for a tasty bite.



Grade: B

ABDO Market is a grocery store in Morgantown featuring halal meat, products & even a restaurant in the back, Mountain Halal. Mountain Halal is open during the evenings and features gyros, grape leaves, falafel and shawarma. I just wanted a quick snack, so I opted for a four-piece vegetable samboosa and strawberry juice. Samboosa is a crispy, triangular pastry filled with spiced vegetables (or meat or cheese) and is either fried or baked. These were a little flaky and fairly flavorful. I would have loved a dipping sauce to bring some punchy flavor. The drink was lovely – fresh and just a bit sweet. Grade: B

Playa Bowls is a beach-themed restaurant chain known for its colorful and fruit-focused menu, featuring a variety of açai, pitaya, coconut, and green bowls topped with fresh fruits, granola, nut butters, and superfoods. Founded by surfers in New Jersey, the fast-casual restaurant channels a laid-back coastal vibe, offering smoothies, juices, and cold brew in addition to its signature bowls. It focuses on fresh ingredients that make up nutritious meals. While there are more than 300 locations, West Virginia just opened its first in Morgantown. And I, somehow, ended up there on opening day. I joined the long line, which gave me ample time to peruse the menu. There are a bunch of different options depending on what fruits you like, how healthy you wanna be and how much energy you're looking for. I ordered the Goldie Mango Bowl topped with blueberry flax granola, strawberry, banana and Nutella. This was delicious. I've never had puréed mango as the basis for a bowl before. There was enough texture, though, to make it not like a soup texture. Plus all of the fruit on top made it seem like I was eating a fruit salad. and the granola added much needed texture. I couldn't afford to make these a regular habit, but I sure would love to. Grade: A

Finger Foods is a takeout spot in Morgantown that caters to a late-night crowd with the munchies: wings, fries, melts, fried apps and more. I ordered the Crab Fries - Lump Crab Meat with Cajun and crab seasonings and queso over fries. The lump crab was more like lil shreds of crab that didn't offer a ton of flavor. The fries held their crisp for a little bit, but overall, I thought the flavor was a bit bland. I wanted some kick from the queso and sweetness from the crab. Grade: B

College towns and pizza joints go together like peanut butter and jelly. In Morgantown, another one entered the scenee: 2G Brothers Pizza.



Based in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, 2G Brothers Pizza opened their second location in Cheat Lake.



"2G Brothers Pizza comes from 45 years of experience starting from Italy to Brooklyn, to now Uniontown. Gio and Giuseppe Schiano's father is the reason they're the proud owners of 2G Brothers Pizza. The brothers started helping their dad as young as 5-years-old making pizza, fetching ice, and other odd jobs they could find. Now it's time for the boys to carry on their father's proud legacy," reads the website.



"The Schiano brothers pride themselves on authentic cuisine that isn't made by machines but with labor and love. At 2G Brothers Pizza nothing is frozen and everything is fresh. Enjoy food from an actual Italian kitchen, made the Schiano way for nearly 50 years."



Even though pizza is the namesake, 2G Brothers Pizza offers fried apps, wings, salads, strombolis, calzones, subs, sanndwiches, burgers, wraps, paninis, pasta, soup, and more. I ordered the hot pepper cheese balls (guilty pleasure - always delish) andn the gnocchi to try something different. I went with the oil & garlic sauce, which was less of a sauce and just more of a "coating." I loved the huge chunks of garlic though and a kick of chili pepper. It ate a bit dry because there wasn't much of a "sauce," but I did enjoy the flavor.



Grade: B

Whenever Morgantown hosts its Moonlight Markets, I try to attend because they have lots of small producers and makers. Here is who I was able to support on my last visit.



Hinerman Hill Farm - Hobby farm, farm vlog, small agribusiness, egg and poultry production, rabbit production.



Homestead Cookies - custom sugar cookies from a self-taught baker.



Mon Valley Mushrooms - a two-person indoor mushroom farm located in Morgantown, WV. We offer a variety of organically grown gourmet and medicinal mushrooms products including fresh, dried, powdered, tinctured mushrooms, and grow-at-home mushroom kits.



Sow Good Market - These little mothman candies were a highlight. They even have Big Foot onnes, too. Plus plenty of sauces, jellies and other goodies.



And plenty more!



But these were the ones new to me.



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Baker Cheese Company is a "gourmet grazing company that provides boxes, boards and tables for any event."



They also have an in-store cafe with a menu of larger size meals featuring the specialty meats, cheeses and spreads you'll find on their charcuterie boards.



Kitchen accessories, snacks, condiments, candles and more are also available to purchase. It was difficult for me to not buy one of everything.



I ordered the "Brie Mine" - Brie, Prosciutto, Fig Jam, Arugula, Mayo, Dijon on a Baguette.



This was a delightful sandwich. Light, but elevated. Artisanal. And a lovely blend of creamy, sweet, tangy and salty.



I have also had their charcuterie boxes before, and I was obsessed. They were so well-rounded, and I loved every bite.



The shop is really an extension of that. High-end products skillfully curated and expertly paired.



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Grade: A