Shepherdstown is such a gem of a town in West Virginia. Not only do they have a wealth of art and history, but they always have incredible restaurants.



Lilah is a new-to-me spot that has a littke of everything: "We feature old favorites as well as seasonal and internationally inspired dishes and drinks that are sure to be remembered. We source our ingredients from the local area when possible to ensure the best flavors for you to savor. From wood-fired oven baked flatbread pizzas to seafood, pasta, char-broiled prime steaks, gluten-free and vegan options, and house made desserts, we have something for everyone."



Bonus: You cab bring your pup to dine with you. I ordered a few little bites and nipples so I could try a few different things. Up first: a trio of deviled eggs of original, bacon jam & lox. These were pretty tasty; I loved having a variety of some savory, some more sweet - but all delicious.



I also ordered the fried green tomatoes, which I always have trouble passing up. These ones came with pimento cheese and house bacon, which made for a smoky and creamy and crunchy and delicious bite. I remember now why I have trouble passing them up; it's because they are always delicious.



Grade: A

I am always happy to travel to Shepherdstown whenever I can because I know that good food will be in store.



Kome Thai & Sushi Bistro serves up both Thai cuisine, and Japanese cuisine, with a variety of entrées for each.



"The chef/owner, Kenny, personally selects and designs the very unique and special menu items and specialties. We use only the freshest ingredients including authentic spices from Thailand giving each dish its unique qualities. We work closely with distributors to make sure our seafood and sushi are freshly imported."



I ordered a few small plates so that I could sample a few things. I went with the crab puffs, which came with a yellow curry and cucumber relish. I liked that this was some thing a little bit different, but I do wish the entire was a bit more moist. Plus, I went with an always reliable California roll with some spicy sauce on top. Fresh, comforting, and expected.



My last app of thr trio was fun, simpler a veggies, which were all tasty. Overall, a tasty lunch, and I look forward to trying other items there.



Grade: A

Shepherdstown is home to a ton of great little shops and unique restaurants, like Devonshire Arms Cafe & Pub.

This is an authentic English Cafe & Pub, owned and operated by Carolyn Litwack who is from Devon, England. She features a pasty of the day and her famous teas! It's the menu that you loved with some new additions/ Open 7 days a week with limited outdoor seating. 

The Story of The Devonshire Arms-- Built in 1900 to construct and repair horse drawn carriages, the Devonshire Arms is located in the heart of Shepherdstown, WV. We are just a stone's throw from the historic Entler hotel and the town's main thoroughfare. This home away from home is the best preserved town in West Virginia, and the oldest! 

The building later served a variety of occupants including an interior decorator, a mortgage lender and an artist, and is now home to the Devonshire Arms Cafe and Pub. Through these years, the owners have taken care to preserve its historic look and feel. Notice the wood-beamed ceiling that held the block and tackle to raise the carriage chassis and the wide doorway which rolled open to allow carriages to exit. What you may not see however is the ghost of one previous owner who, occupants claim, wanders about at all hours. Ask the owners! 

As you open the door to the Devonshire, delight in the art that lines the walls - all by artists of the Eastern Panhandle. It's a varied and imaginative collection showcasing a wealth of local talent. Enjoy our extensive offering of light fare, sandwiches, sweets and custom-roasted coffee in a relaxed convivial atmosphere.

I recently learned about pasties, so I was most excited to try one of those.

On this particular day, they had a beef and potato pasty. with onion and spices wrapped in a flaky pastry crust.

It came with a huge side of salad. And the dressing of parmesan and garlic was warm - like a topping for wings.

Have you been here?

Or have you ever had a pasty?

The Green Pineapple (which follows a line of restaurants in WV with color + noun = The Blue Moose, Black Sheep, Blue Moon) is a bubble tea cafe in Shepherdstown.



The cafe has some fun items like sushirito, ramen and other bowls.



There's counter dining (which is great if you're solo!).



And tables, too, of course!



The bubble tea options look amazing!



And the other menu items are unique for West Virginia. I had to try a sushirito because I can think of very few places to get them.



I went with the white widow, which had crab, cucumber, wontons and and house sauce. What's your favorite thing here?

Shepherdstown is one of my favorite towns in West Virginia. There's always a cute shop or restaurant to explore.



Lellybelle Cafe serves up acai bowls, sandwiches, and local ice cream!



I didn't have a ton of time, so I just wanted to swing through quickly!



Everything look phenomenal, though. It took all my energy to not order up all those baked goods.



Instead, I looked to see what I could get as a quick side.



Mmm fudge.



And those cupcakes!



This easy pasta salad hit the spot! Olives, feta, tomatoes - yum!

What's your favorite item?

Betty's Restaurant is known for its sausage gravy.



This Shepherdstown breakfast restaurant is cash only, which has prohibited me in the past from checking it out. Until now.



So I had to try the biscuit & sausage gravy. And I also got a pancake - just one! - to balance out the sweet and the savory.



Something about this homestyle meal just makes it so comforting.



What's your favorite dish here?



And, while here I was able to check out the Rumsey Monument.



And this teeny, tiny house!

Miso Soup


Japanese lunch box with 3 pieces of California roll, vegetable & shrimp tempura, chicken teriyaki, and house salad (with a tasty garlic dressing).