How could you not be interested in a place called "Sistah's"? A friend and I went over the West Side (gasp!) to check out the Queen of Ribs' place. Upon arrival, I realized there really isn't a dining area inside. They do, however, have a couple of like - wooden spools? - outside to dine at.

So, we placed our order for a rib dinner, complete with two sides. I opted for macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes. You gotta order at least $10 worth to use a credit card; luckily, my total came to $10.60

They told us to come back in a half hour or so to pick up our food. A half hour goes by, and we come back. They tell us they had an issue with their smoker, so it'd be another 20 minutes. We waited this long, we figured, so we might as well stay. Another 20 minutes goes by, and they tell us it'll be another 20. Again, we figured, we already paid so we might as well stay.

Repeat this scenario for three hours. Three hours total, that is. We asked at least for our sides around hour two, and they gave them to us. They were delicious. The macaroni and cheese was homemade and slightly sweet. The potatoes, creamy and doused with brown gravy. Delicious. The cornbread was also the perfect consistency between crumbley and moist. If the ribs were this good, it would've been worth the wait.

But by the time three hours went by, I was just unhappy. I tasted the ribs once I got home, and I was just completely let down. I know they had a problem with their smoker, so that may be the culprit. But they were fatty, and it didn't look like they were cooked through. That worried me, so instead of risking it, I ended up throwing away most of my dinner.


I feel like if their smoker was working correctly that this may be a completely different review. But, I just can't get over that wait and then being let-down by the taste. I waited forever, then was still hungry. And while I really enjoyed the Queen's personality - she was super sweet - if you REALLY want your customer to give this place another try, you comp their meal.

Grade: C

I had to head out on Greenbrier Street for a story I was covering, and of course, things have a funny way of working out right around lunch time so I had to forgo my previous lunch options for breaking news.

While I was covering the story, we had a break, so a few other reporters and I walked to the nearby Wellington's Cafe. It was packed full inside, so we just opted for some take-out.

The menu is pretty basic with items like hotdogs, grilled cheese sandwich, chicken strips, etc. The easiest and quickest option seemed to be the chicken strips - and also the first thing I saw - so that was my selection. I waited 20 minutes or so then went back inside for my order.

For less than $10, I got some chicken strips, fries and a side of cole slaw. It was tasty, as far as fried food goes. It wasn't homemade - most likely frozen - but that doesn't mean it was bad. It tasted fine, though the quality of the chicken could have been slightly better. I had some chewy, cartilage-y pieces. But I also could've chosen an item that required some tender love and care from the chef.

Alas, time was of the essence, and it was convenient. My whole meal, including a drink, came to under $10, so it's not a bad deal. Next time, though, I'll try their chicken salad or a burger.


Grade: B

One huge difference between Morgantown and Charleston is the lack of a college presence. While that is sometimes a good thing, it also means restaurants aren't open as late to cater to that crowd. Charleston does have one lone restaurant that will cure those late-night munchies. Slyce is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch and then 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. for late-night.

After a night of drinking, adventures took my friend and me to Slyce. They have your typical pizza joint fare - salads, pies, calzones, wings, and subs. Instead of a typical pepperoni pizza, we opted for a Philly steak pizza: steak smothered in red onions, green peppers, mushrooms, mozzarella and provolone.

There was a ton of red onions and green peppers, which aren't really my favorite - but that's not their fault. Just pretty heavy-handed on those toppings. Was it the best pizza I have ever had? No. Was it the best pizza I could have that night? Yes. High marks for offering pizza late at night and for a not bad pie. Next time I'll opt for something a little less heavy on the onions/peppers.

Grade: B

I don't have many photos for Miss Blue's because I didn't even plan on blogging about it. It's owned by my best friend's grandmother. My best friend, Kayla, was my freshman roommate, and we've been friends ever since. And I've been eating at Miss Blue's the entire time - 6 years now.

Kayla's grandmother actually owned a different restaurant in Hundred, but then bought out her competition: Miss Blue's. Miss Blue's is located in Hundred, and I'm sure it's one of the few - if not the only - restaurant in town.

But it's also fantastic. Everything is homemade. It's clean, tidy, the service couldn't be better, and everything I've had is absolutely amazing.

My favorite item? Their Rogers Salad. Its lettuce, tomato, cheese, hard-boiled egg, chicken and french fries. It's the unhealthiest salad, but it's delicious. It's simple but fantastic. I get one at least every couple of months. And considering I'm not up that way often, that says something.

Grade: A

Located on the same stretch with Main Kwong and Umami, Sweet Spoon is the newest addition to that block trio. In fact, the owner of Main Kwong, Carina Kwok, opened the the self-serve frozen yogurt bar.

In typical froyo fashion, folks can grab a cup of their choosing and fill it with any combination of yogurt and toppings they desire. I believe Sweet Spoon has about 12 different flavors, and toppings include candy, nuts, syrups, fruits, chocolate, coconut - anything you can thing of. And you place it on the scale and pay for it by weight.

I reiterated that I think the froyo should sell portioned cups so I can have one side that's fruity and one that is chocolately. I consistently try to mix them, and it never works out well. This time I just went for the chocolately side.

The options were good - I've seen more, I've seen less. It could use a little more tidying. The toppings bar always gets messy when people are constantly helping themselves. And the yogurt itself tasted pretty good, and the toppings weren't stale. That's a plus. They are quite prone to that when sitting out all day.

Apparently they also have coffee and they plan to provide five iPads for customers to use while sitting at the shop's wi-fi bar.

I'm not sure there are many other options for ice cream in the area, so give it a go.

Grade: B