Located just 15 minutes away from downtown Richwood, Sunset Grill (no website; 914 Craigsville Road, Craigsville; 304-742-5115) is perfect for a romantic anniversary, with the river rolling by and magnificent gardens behind the restaurant. The menu features fish from sustainable fisheries, with the chefs only using trans fat free oils and making all their own breading and seasonings. More than 20 wines by the glass can be found on its well-stocked wine list.
Tommy Restaurant (no website; 1 W. Main St., Richwood; 304-846-9001), in downtown Richwood, is a diner perfect for a romantic but affordable dinner for two. Traditional Italian entrees like baked lasagna and chicken marsala mingle with more unique selections like shrimp scampi and pork minestra. The menu changes daily at the intimate restaurant and is displayed on a large chalkboard. You can dine indoors or on the patio.
The Tip Top Lounge (thetiptoplounge.com) is a bar with a dance floor, about a 10-minute drive from the heart of Richwood. Nighttime entertainment features a full array of live bands focusing on classic rock and country-western. For couples looking to dance to their wedding song, the bands often take requests. The Tip Top Lounge also has a full kitchen that operates seven days a week.
For couples looking for an anniversary getaway , Camp Splinter is a popular lodging facility and campsite that is 2,000 feet at its peak along the Cranberry River, operated by the Richwood Chamber of Commerce. Due to the often long wait for campsite space at Splinter, visitors are strongly recommended to make advanced reservations. There are 22 spots to put up camp along the Williams River and 12 up and down the Cranberry River. Camping at Camp Splinter is free.
