Reviews of Tamarack: The Best Of West Virginia (Restaurant)

Nancy Naujoks

The crafts and art are always impressive to say the least. What a wonderful stop as you travel. Inspiring! We were too late to get food this time, but have found it good in the past. Wished I lived closer to be able to participate in classes.

Amy Allison Larson

Beautiful artsy items for sale, restaurant was ok, the fish I had would have been good if it were not overcooked! The French fries were perfect!

Jeffery Comer

Enjoyed my visit very much. Lots of cool items, something for everyone. I bought 2 really neat items for my Beach house.

Peter Popovici

Artists are exceptional. Food was a great lunch. Have been stopping here for years. Lots of space to exercise your beasts " including family " especially on long trips. Have found many unique gifts.

Michael Dillow

Decent breakfast buffet. Trucker discount after 11. Nice array of folk art, canned jellies/condiments, local brews, soaps, and lots of stained glass and pottery. A bit pricey for my blood, but this is all hand made stuff. Supports local artists.

Erin Lewis

Amazing place! So much to see, great food and nice people!

Ghana Smith

Located directly off of 64. Great rest stop choice while traveling and has a lot of craft items to purchase. I like it because I can walk around and stretch my legs on a rainy day inside of a building (so I am not getting wet). Warning: if you go during typical meal times, the line for food might be long.

John Zillmann

That was fun! Tons of cool stuff I wanted to buy, however we only left with some marbles, a pin, postcard and fill stomach's. I think the guy cooking was John? He was nice and took the time to walk us through what they offered and cooked it up fresh for us.

Robert Prettyman

We had a wonderful lunch - fried chicken, mashed potatoes and green beans; chicken salad croissant sandwich; and a grilled chicken sandwich with fries. Everything was fresh and delicious. The center itself is beautiful with great shops and vendors featuring the crafts of local artisans.

Diane Fischer

Beautiful WV made items. Very talented people live in our state

Nancy Long

Something for everyone but a bit pricey for the average tourist. People seemed polite. Overall a nice place to take a break and stretch your legs.

Cathy Howard

My first time here and I will DEFINITELY come back!! An AWESOME PLACE!!

Keirstyn Meadows

Tamarack has some very unique and different pieces of art, clothing, books, food and so much more. They have things from all over the state of WV. They have a wide variety of food, desserts & coffee as well. Sometimes you are able to see glass blowers in action & you can even take a class to be part of the action. I have done it before & you get to keep the cup that you make. It is a lot of fun. I have been to several events in their conference room & they are all great. Tamarack caters the events very well.

Carol Dluzen

Tamarack is a favorite stopping place on our travels through West Virginia. Their selection of artists' wares is lovely, although these are not trinkets but works of art and priced accordingly. The restaurant has a nice selection, and the restrooms are clean and spacious (something I really appreciate when we are traveling). There's excellent parking and a sidewalk outside to get a bit of exercise. And then, Pokemon stops and gyms. Perfect.

Shawna Hahn

A nice place to stop while traveling the WV Turnpike. The outdoor play area is a nice place for the kids to stretch their legs. We've only eaten at the restaurant once, seems to be a limited menu but the taco salad I had was delicious. Also something unique to find when searching for a gift, just wish more things were in my price range. Many of the artisans are local.

Latricia Slaton

Definitely a place to stop if driving through this area. Enjoyed watching a young girl creating a vase in the glass blowing area. If you are looking for souvenirs, this is the place. They have a great variety of interesting items.

R Debbie Turner

Beautiful walk about rest spot or a destination. Beautiful artisan works in various mediums. Love visiting Tamarack!!

Mark Hanss

Worthwhile tourist trap. There is a great selection of beautiful regional artwork, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and glassware. Lots of parking and very easy on and off by the highway. The food court is nice and offers some local cuisine. The one star I have taken off is an administrative complaint. The food court does not provide a detailed allergens information sheet for their menu and it didn't sound like allergens were kept separate. The chef and server were very helpful so I don't want to fault them, but it would be nice if such a commercial place was more accommodating.

Jana Dove

Wow! If you are looking for home-craft products, this the place. Prices are a bit high for somethings but very reasonable on others. The buffet was good food, hot, and well priced for the servings and the quality.

Chelsea Kisner

If you're driving through WV you HAVE to stop at the Tamarack! The food is AMAZING! The people are wonderful. I strongly suggest the fish tacos, or rainbow trout with mashed potatoes and green beans. And if you have time check out the art, jewelry, and pottery. Treat yourself to a wonderful spot in the hills of West Virginia.

Kathy Morrison

Love walking around to see everything. Great place to look for Christmas gifts!

Nancy Naujoks

The crafts and art are always impressive to say the least. What a wonderful stop as you travel. Inspiring! We were too late to get food this time, but have found it good in the past. Wished I lived closer to be able to participate in classes.

Jim-Bob Williams

Murder & Merriment Show - first class venue. Thanks to Lindsay and staff - excellent preparation and adaptation!

Barbara Faith

Nice shops to buy local art and handmade items from West Virginia. Good stop for a rest during travel. Plenty of parking and walking areas outside.

Racheal Maurice

I love visiting this place. Theres so much here that I always see something new every time I visit. Its conveniently located off the highway, accessible bathrooms and a nice food court too. I always make sure I stop every time I travel through the area.

Dag Nabbit

Nice place. Most of the goods you can buy are from local artists. Though some are rather pricey but they are one of a kind. Also during certain artist making art and for a price a glass maker will help you make your own glass art.

Mary Oppy

Love walking this mall and seeing all the beautiful items made in WVA. AND they added glass walled studio to watch how things are made.! This is an education as well as shopping. Great place to buy special gifts for special people.

Nancy McNally

Great place to stop during a very long road trip. I stop here everytime I am passing through. Love seeing all the beautiful hand crafted items.

Sam

Nice place to stop and look at all the souvenirs and special gifts. Unique gifts that are handmade are there too. You walk in a big circle so you dont miss anything. We came right when they opened at 7am. Not busy that early. I'm sure its busier later on. Breakfast is pricey but it is a buffet. All you can eat.

Ashley Pratt

Great little stop on our way to our vacation in Virginia! It had quite a bit of local arts and handmade goods. Even if your not looking to buy, it is still a great stop to look around and take everything in. Definitely worth the stop of you are passing by!

Tiny Kitten Paw

Amazing artworks! Delicious food! 10/10 would recommend.

Miranda Riney

It was great I loved the way food was set up to choose your own food. Workers were very friendly and helpful and the layout of the building was cool the way it was designed as a big circle. I also loved all the artwork, definitely a great place to visit.

Matthew Wright

An unbelievable surprise while just trying to drive through West Virginia on a road trip. This place has one of the most impressive, expansive, and varietized collections of art work I have ever seen! You can spend a whole day there just looking at the amazing detail of the pieces there. Definitely check it out!!!

Handsome Sheep

Good place to stop for a variety of food, food court style, at decent prices. Good place to stop for souvenirs if you've got a little more money.

Scott C.

This is a great place to stretch your legs and buy items made in West Virginia. You can sometimes find local artists working in studios inside. We love the cafe for a quick bite of country fare. I believe the food is prepared by staff from the Greenbrier Resort.

Elizabeth Thelen

I showed Tamarack to my mom when we returned on trip. She bought a hematite ring for $1 and some postcards. We relaxed from driving. I walked in courtyard while she sent out postcards. We ate sandwiches under trees in secluded park lot. Unlike closer to the highway it isn't so commercial. Tamarack offers relative quiet with clean air and some commune with nature with lovely objects to admire inside.

Michelle Smith

We love to stop @ Tamarack every time we drive south for whatever reason (on the way home, too!). They have local artisans not only creating on premises, but you can buy beautiful items to take with you. There is history, WV pride, and kind/knowledgeable staff. We have bought gifts, souvenirs + tasty food items to bring home! Stop every chance you get - you won't be disappointed!

Christopher McVay

Excellent place to stop to get quality goods and a quality meal. Watch what you pick up because some items can be extremely expensive. Also keep and eye on little ones as prices for some pieces of art got for over 2,000$. There are also workshops here to see the local artisans honing their craft! The glass blowers are always a favorite and there is a huge selection of handcrafted glass items. From ornaments to dishes and ornamental pieces.

Lori Finney

I Always stop at this beautiful place on my way to wherever. If you like art and crafts you'll love this place.

Ruth Dingus

Beautiful place! Delicious food, friendly service. An awesome display of arts and craftsmanship of WV. Very enjoyable experience!

Sunny Sun

Very eclectic collection as they say. I love to stop here on my way to and from the south back to Ohio. From totally out there priced beautiful items to very affordable articles that are still very tempting. Great quality. Great staff and layout. I am glad I found this place as it literally is in the middle of nowhere WV and wouldn’t have found this if I hadn’t used I-77. I hope to be able to eventually afford the high end bronze articles.

Marilyn Freebersyser

Our favorite stop in WV. Delicious food at the Greenbrier Cafe with helpful advice on avoiding dishes containing gluten. The artistic craftsmanship of all vendors is exceptional! It's a great way to get refueled and refreshed when you're traveling!

Jeff Plante

Very neat place,great crafts and art, albeit a bit too pricey, the food looked and smelled great

Ninja Mom

Neat place to stretch your legs, use the restroom, eat, and look at unique items for sale!

Ronald Fowler

If you haven't gone to the TAMARACK you must go.its great.

Shannon Stebbins

Lunch and dinner for CDL holders is half off! We had the daily special (pork loin) and it was DELICIOUS! Fun little place to walk around and burn a 30 looking at things from local artists!

Gary Mullins

Bbq is great. Plan to go back for Fried Green Tomatoes.

Mary Theresa Danne

Holy moley!!! Every state should have one. Gorgeous artist-friendly circular building populated by local W. Virginia artists. All media-glass, ceramic, wood, clay, music, paintings, bronzes, kids stuff, tshirts etc. Cafe as well. LOVED IT! Next door to large rest stop with food court.

Smakutus

It's a very cool place to stop at. More states need places like this.

gail s

Love this place!!! Its meal options may be great, but you cannot miss wandering through all the art, craft, furniture, blown glass, pottery, and other beautiful offerings!

Kim Wilson

A must stop and browse place. Eat and you will be happy. Photo of prime rib on Friday August 2 2019. Great places people food.

David Cole

This place is a great place to stop when traveling through West Virginia! They are great food, and amazing arts and crafts. Worth the stop for sure!

David Harper

You can tell that it's a definite tourist trap, but the art is neat, the people are nice and the food is surprisingly delicious. I would definitely go back, if for no other reason than to meander and browse. Probably the neatest thing I've ran into on that particular stretch of interstate.

Chris Watson

Horseradish encrusted salmon was excellent. I love both, but never thought to put the two together.

Vincent Panell II

Amazing place with a lot of locally handmade items from talented craftsman. Also food was absolutely amazing and if you hold a CDL they offer a 50% off discount for lunch and dinner.

Rose Hopp

A great place to stop and stretch your legs during a long drive. It's super fun to just walk through and look at all the art. My family always stops and gets ice cream whenever we drive pass.

Merit Kirkpatrick

Amazing, quality art objects and beautiful handmade items. Best souvenirs ever!

Elizabeth Thelen

I showed Tamarack to my mom when we returned on trip. She bought a hematite ring for $1 and some postcards. We relaxed from driving. I walked in courtyard while she sent out postcards. We ate sandwiches under trees in secluded park lot. Unlike closer to the highway it isn't so commercial. Tamarack offers relative quiet with clean air and some commune with nature with lovely objects to admire inside.

James Bristol

I fairly large space where they have a visitors center and gallery spaces and shops in one area. They showcase local artisans work here and you are able to purchase what you see and take home. There are sculptures and a lovely courtyard, a dining area, galleries and a musical instrument area. Check it out if you are driving by and have a few minutes.

C. Annette W

Nice place with tasty food. A bit pricey though. Great for travelers who want a good quick meal and an interesting tour. The prices on the merchandise are so steep that it seems like the vendors would rather keep their wares than sell them. Get real people. Make some money.

Nancy Bland

We visit every single year. Absolutely fantastic.huge variety of unusual items. This year there was even a glassblower doing demonstrations while we were visiting.

Zone ChoCoChunk

Great place to stop and relax, maybe get a bite to eat if your hungry.

Kelley Kelly

Stop here every year on our way from Ohio to NC for breakfast. Love browsing all the art and usually find something we really are drawn to.

Dan Miller

Always a good experience at the Tamarack. Good food options, friendly people and clean bathrooms for travelers. A nice place to stretch your legs and let the dog walk for a bit. Gas, food, restrooms, and even showers.

Michelle Smith

We love to stop @ Tamarack every time we drive south for whatever reason (on the way home, too!). They have local artisans not only creating on premises, but you can buy beautiful items to take with you. There is history, WV pride, and kind/knowledgeable staff. We have bought gifts, souvenirs + tasty food items to bring home! Stop every chance you get - you won't be disappointed!

Catherene Corbin

Not as much as several years ago. A lot of things are extremely high priced, some boxed and jarred food items can be bought at a grocery store for half price or better, same brands. We didn't buy anything, just looked, got sticker shock and left.

Brenna MC

Breakfast buffet was affordable and had many options. Beautiful arts and crafts. Great small playground for my toddler.

Deanna Adkins

We browsed there and they have beautiful things. Nice art for sure, great, interesting, variety of hot sauces, other canned food. But no one asked to advise us. Sorry tamarack

Tess Presley

Awesome place to stop. Lots of beautiful crafts. Local books, locally brewed beers and wines.

Lori Elling

A quick stop with handmade goods from local artists. They have a restaurant on site along with a coffee cart.

Tobias Carpenter

Great place to take a break from driving. But the prices for the items are out of reach for the average American. Over $2000 for a rocking chair? This place is a pipedream for transplants to WV. True mountaineers would not waste their money there.

Lynn Deahl

Let WV artisans shine! Best rest stop in the USA. Take home a unique souvenir.

J Brown

Very nice inside. Nice quiet atmosphere. Great place to see what Wv has to offer.

Robert Stevens

This has been a stop on our several trips to North and South Carolina over the years. They have nice shops and art to see alongside quality food at pretty good prices. It is well worth the stop!

Jake Smithwick

The art and sculptures are awesome. But the food is mediocre at best. Had breakfast here around 7am. Very very salty, cold potatoes. Cold waffle sticks. Barely cooked bacon.

Joshua Shuttlesworth

Prices are generally a higher here than buying direct from the actual supplier but it's to be expected. The real all star here is the food court (try the trout) and the ice cream (best waffle cone I've ever had and massive portion, only get 1 scoop!). Wine selection is great just a little over priced compared to the actual vineyards; although, forks of the cheat was the same price here as in Morgantown!

Joanne Corley

Love looking at all the crafts, ate at their cafeand the food is excellent since Greenbriar chefs prepare and come up with recipes.

Tiffany Surprenant

We always stop here on our way to Bristol for the race. Lot of parking for your travel trailer. Easy to get in and out of the parking lot.

Al Wolfkill

Good highway stop. Interesting art and gift shop are almost like a museum. Have the ice cream.

Elder Breed

Always a great place to visit whether traveling or just going out with the family. Between top notch dining from the cooks and staff and the beautiful atmosphere and showcasing of West Virginia's talented artisans it is always one of our first picks for a family outting.

Sara Golden

Amazing artists and friendly staff. The food is worth every penny and the bathrooms are clean. Memories made very time.

Jeremy Ballinger

Super clean rest stop and some truly amazing artwork. The Starbucks was a nice surprise and a much needed boost to keep driving. Easy to get on and off the interstate.

Gary Mertz

Great place to take a rest stop, walk around and get a good quick meal.

Michael Abel

Well worth the stop. The art is fantastic...all kinds and all for sale. They also have food and rest rooms.

Bob Frank

Great place to shop and eat. A must stop if you are traveling through. They have allot of arts and crafts to browse and buy. The cafeteria is wonderful. We had pan seared trout with veggies and bread pudding that was wonderful. I wish every state had a place like this

Leigh Matthews

I absolutely loved shopping at Tamarack. There is such a wide selection of hand-made artisan decorations and house-ware. I recommend a visit to anyone, but especially people who are interested in crafting, artistry, and fine-made goods!

Susan Baldwin

They have authentic craftsman items. Baskets can run up to $1,000. But, if money isn't an issue it is great. Don't get me wrong. It is an experience whether you purchase or not. They do have hand made items for less than $20. They also have a glass blowing studio. It is fabulous.

Sarah Schooley

Great food! Amazing environment! Has the coolest West Virginia made everything from food to glass and art; paintings, furniture, quilts stain glass and so so much more. This is truly the best of West Virginia! Awesome place, has a play area for kids and just all around a must stop place. Right off interstate past travel plaza. Fun for all ages.

Debbie S

Very nice, we ran into heavy rain needed a place to stay.in our RV. Felt safe and comfortable. Very well maintained. Thank you for a comfortable place.

Tad Butler

Amazing artwork by West Virginia artisans, good food, and friendly service. A very nice place to visit. Time well-spent!

Jasmin Perez

This place is like a hidden gem, such a neat little place. I was happy to find it, try the ice cream shop it's delicious, restaurant there is ok. Shops there sell some pretty cool things, this is nice place to spend some time in to cool down or buy some gifts to take back home.

Art

Great place to spend a couple hours and have a superior cafeteria style meal. Great variety of breakfasts.

Michelle Wages

Very crowded when we were there! But people were friendly and the food was good. Lots of shopping options.

Lori C.

Beautiful and one of a kind artwork, quilts, even clothes, home decor, you name it! They even have a theater and restaurant inside! At first, I didn't want to go. I have a lot going on, but I'm glad I let my dad take me there. It was absolutely beautiful (pricey but beautiful.)

Bob Wallace

Found a travel mug that I love. The food at the food court was excellent.

Regina Dunn

Interesting place. Most of the Arts and crafts are out of my budget range but fun to look.

Bob Frank

Great place to shop and eat. A must stop if you are traveling through. They have allot of arts and crafts to browse and buy. The cafeteria is wonderful. We had pan seared trout with veggies and bread pudding that was wonderful. I wish every state had a place like this

Dodge Diesel

It's really good place to get off the highway, walk around enjoy the craftsmanship of the work displayed inside

Neliel Midna

Historic with amazing food, friendly staff. Vendors sell home made things here as well as you can take pottery classes. It's a great put stop for traveling or if your a local it's a great meet spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Faith Finkes

West Virginia artisans in one place. Very nice products for sale. Relax and take a break from driving

richie gibson

Pricy...good to take a break from driving an look at stuff...food was mediocre for the price id expect more

JT Reynolds

It's an over priced tourist trap that ONLY give discounts to truckers. So basically saying F You to our Veterans, Active, or Police. They might as well change their name to Starbucks.

Nick Botz

A very interesting welcome area for West Virginia. Interesting shops and local artists displaying a wide array of crafts. Also a great restaurant that is run by the Greenbrier.

Tommy Adams

Beautiful crafts. Very nice food available

Liz Hogbin

Very clean and nice. All the art is beautiful. The food is really good to

cynthia kubichek

Beautiful place. The artists have made unique items of glass, wood, bronze, jewelry and honey, jams and sauces. They had a restaurant there, though I didn't eat. I am a truck driver and the service plaza provides parking, with a long stairs up to Tamarack. It is so nice when I can enjoy these things, rather then wishing it. And I spent $58.

D B

Was great! Mashed Potatoes and gravy was probably the best I've ever had or comparable to the best. The brisket was good and BBQ was average.

Randy Conley

Food is great.. Little More expensive than fast food but the food was very very good.. Plus there are lots of arts and crafts to browse.. Even have a coffee bar and an ice cream bar.. But food is really good

Kelly Montgomery

Fun place to stop. Spent too much money on glass items. Worth the stop to see the art, take a break and get so food

M W

Original Post: Decent place for a stop. We stopped at the truck stop area to walk our dogs, but I was a bit disappointed in the lack of grass. And I saw a sign for a “pet area” but walked all the way around and couldn’t find it. *Edit after the response below* They must be right (I thought Tamarack was the name of the truck stop too)- I've been to the Gallery and its really nice! I great break from Ohio to wherever I'm going. Its refreshing to have a real place to stretch your legs and look at something other than convenience snacks. And did I mention they have wine and local art?!

Chandra Wickersham

Awesome staff ! Bought postcards, stamps and they sent them off for us !

Taha Zaidi

Great selection of local products from Virginia ranging from art to food. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Definitely worth a stop if you're passing through the area

Jack McManus

Get a good lunch and find many charming craft goods from around the state. Did you know Fiesta cookware is made here?

Shannon Bailey

Yep, that's a real wooden chainsaw! Bought some ice cream for now and some nationally award winning Cherry Blossom wine for later!

Arlo Clark-Foos

Cleanest bathrooms on I-77, quirky crafts, and ice cream. I've been stopping here on every trip north or south for many many years. As a kid I dreaded the tradition until I started getting bribed with ice cream. Now I do the same with my kids. I like sending my parents postcards from Tamarack too.

Michael Johnson

Very pricey. But excellent quality. Lots of hand-made merchandise.

Bryan Brooks

Great place to stop. Half off CDL discount at the restaurant. Very nice staff. Clean

Ivan Herndon

Food is excellent. Prices are good for what you're getting (pricey compared to fast). Although not all the staff was friendly, I can let it slide since it was the lunch rush and they weren't rude, just a little pushy to try to keep things moving along, which can be nice when you're at the back of a line.

Leigh Matthews

I absolutely loved shopping at Tamarack. There is such a wide selection of hand-made artisan decorations and house-ware. I recommend a visit to anyone, but especially people who are interested in crafting, artistry, and fine-made goods!

Mason Maloney

Pretty decent for a rest stop on a long journey, don't plan to buy much unless you want to blow the vacation fund. Bathrooms were clean and decently maintained.

Savant Of Illusions

Commercial truck drivers get half off amazing food. One of the best stops in the country for CDL holders.

Scott Matthews

Great selection of handcrafted and professional art. Great service staff and excellent meals. Maxwell is a fantastic customer service rep.

Cathy Beese

This was a great place to stop.not only could you eat and shop but the art work was totally worth the stop.

Sarah Schooley

Great food! Amazing environment! Has the coolest West Virginia made everything from food to glass and art; paintings, furniture, quilts stain glass and so so much more. This is truly the best of West Virginia! Awesome place, has a play area for kids and just all around a must stop place. Right off interstate past travel plaza. Fun for all ages.

Sherri Candelario

Delicious food! Friendly staff! It's a must go to if in the area.

Amanda Sanderson

Food was great, but what I enjoyed the most was the smiling face of the lady behind the counter. I can't wait till the next time I can stop here on my way home from visiting family in Virginia. She deserves a raise!

Tim Carpenter

I really thought there would be more to it but for what it had it did show off the local talents. We did buy some local honey and syrup that was on display. The customer service was great, everyone in the Tamarack were super friendly and helpful.

Cindy Norvell

Handcrafted items! Nice! Lots of different items and they are very well made and talented!

Laura Richards

Local art of all kinds and delicious food at the cafeteria. I tried the chicken pot pie, but it was hard to make a choice because it all looked and smelled delicious. There is art for someone of every taste, but even if you choose to not take any home with you it’s well worth the trip. Its just like visiting a museum, but with the added bonus of the best gift shop around.

Brad Coursey

Awesome place everything is made on site or in the State. Something for everyone to see and enjoy. Free to look around everything is for sale and food is great

Laura Richards

Local art of all kinds and delicious food at the cafeteria. I tried the chicken pot pie, but it was hard to make a choice because it all looked and smelled delicious. There is art for someone of every taste, but even if you choose to not take any home with you it’s well worth the trip. Its just like visiting a museum, but with the added bonus of the best gift shop around.

Loucile Powers

Great place to stop, buy some beautiful handcrafted items and get some delicious food- always delicious vegetables like fried green tomatoes or sauteed kale. Even my kids love the veggies.

Crystal Beach

This restaurant is amazing friendly employees excellent food a must stop for truckers show cdl half off your meal.

Arden Hamrick

Kinda pricey, but the food is fantastic. I usually get mashed potatoes and green beans, but the greens are really good too. They have large yellow peaches that are just great, and you get to look at all the local art. They have shows and events, books on sale written by local authors, and locally made goods.

David Scott

Very nice place to stop. Lots of local, high quality Appalachian artistry on display and for sale. Food is very good, buffet style.

CARYN GOODRICH

This place is great! It's so neat to see such inspired artists work. Can't wait to go back next year.

Emily Kimball

Very neat place to stop and look around. Like an art gallery but better. All kinds of creations for sale. Mostly very expensive. But they are one of a kind pieces.

Mandi Herrington

Very cool place to stop and check out when you are traveling. Lots of handmade items and art. Baskets, candy, soap, glass ware, craft beer, pottery, sculptures, weaving, photography, wooden toys and more. They have a restaurant too.

Andrew Franks

Okay place but nothing great. Decent selection of west virginian make items. But defenitly just a mediocre tourist spot.

Rhonda Jean Ebert

It was lovely, wonderful and helpful staff. Wonderful art work and crafts for sale. It was interesting place to walk and relax along the drive. Not to mention the great food. Get the pie!!

Carol Johnson

Beautiful craftwork. Nice variety. Prices range from 2-star to 5-star, based on the complexity of the art and materials. A definite stop for people who love a craft fair.

Scott Korbin

A great stopping point to get out, stretch to your legs, get some home made icecream, and shop some of the most beautiful arts and crafts in West Virginia.

Megan C.

We stop in Beckley as our halfway point whenever we travel from North to south. If we have a gift need coming up, we make sure to go to the Tamarack while we are there. There are always such beautiful unique options to give for special occasions.

Timothy Berry

Always love stopping here on my way though. Between the crafts and food its always a worthwhile stop.great place to get gifts for the person who has everything already as well. They have everything from blown glass to hand woven baskets, carved coal and metal yard art. The food is fresh prepared and extremely tasty.

Helen S

We stop at Tamarack every year. Good Food, shopping, very clean. We love it!

Sandy Zimmerman

Always love stopping here! Handmade and locally made items like honey, chocolate, soap, blown glass, decorations and a cafe inside. Accommodates parking for cars, trucks, rvs on upper area and semis on lower area with stairs to all areas. Also a drop off area by doors. Great place for unique gifts.

Harriette Gerbec

Was a very neat place Many interesting art articles and even musical instruments. We enjoyed it a lot. Many choices of food and well. Nice break in our trip.

Michael Fulwiler

Beautiful artwork. Neat stores. Definitely shows off some of the best craftsmanship I've ever seen, a lot of it, if not all, is for sale too.

Patricia Gaddis

Have passed this place on numerous occasions and decided to finally check it out. Parking is plentiful if you don't mind a bit of a walk,good after a few hours in the car. The layout is a large circle,with a large variety of "made in West Virginia" goods. We walked the entire circle, and purchased a few items. The variety is good, prices seem average. Is nice to be able to explore many different items in one location. Well done,worth a stop. On a side note, the restaurant smells were great, unfortunately we had already eaten and didn't try the food,may have to make a stop to try it in the future!

Jayson Waits

Great place to stop when traveling though. Lots of WV local crafters and artists with their items for sale. The food here is amazing and well worth stopping just to eat. Highly recommend!!

Peter Wulf

Great restaurant. Love the art gallery. I enjoy the artisans who demonstrate their talents. They have so many nice gifts and foods to buy. Seeing Santa Claus around Christmas is nice, too. The building itself is beautiful. I go here to buy specific WV mustards that are so good. Everyone should stop by this wonderful tourist destination. Also, I have bought autographed books written by WV authors for my library.

Scarlett Brown

Good showcase of WV talented artists and master artists. Pleasant and knowledgeable staff. Great food court! (Don't miss the All-you-can-eat-breakfast!)

Louise Wheeler

Beautiful, scenic place. Clean well arranged shops inside. Lots of variety. Great prices for different tastes. I loved it.

Linda ramos-bowman

The Breakfast Buffet was a joke. The eggs were mushy, the sausage was undercooked, biscuits and gravy were room temperature. Then my husband asked for water, they charged him .25 for the cup! Who does that? We spent $25.00 for the crappiest food. We could have and should have gone to cracker barrel for a fraction of what we paid, the quality and quantity 10×

Michelle Baldridge

I dont hate it ?the burger king didnt have anything but crossants for breakfast so the kidscreally didnt have a choice alittle on the expensive side

Francis Fisher

Tamarack is a must. If you're a stranger to WV then I'd urge you to slam on the brakes. This is the place to grab a bite but this time the food is prepared by The Greenbrier, a 5-star resort. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with the original arts & crafts offerings and safe food that's to die for and offered with very reasonable pricing.

Catherine Rose

Great place to stop and take a break. A lot of artwork to see and/or purchase. I like the circle setup of the building - it creates a chaotic-free flow and it doesn't feel crowded. The food court was nice with plenty of seating, including outdoor seating.

Lorraine Whaley

Beautiful locally handmade crafts. Be sure and take your credit card. $$$$

Edward Doyle

Lots of interesting things to see and of course buy. Restaurant is cafeteria style with quite good food and very pleasant staff. They offer meal specials for truck drivers. I will visit again.

Tim O'Sullivan

This place is heavily signposted from the Interstate and it almost begs you to stop by! Lots of artwork and wares mostly from local West Virginian artists. There is a restaurant on site, as well as a movie theater showing some of the local artists at work. The site is very nicely done, and it's well worth a visit.

Mona Wilson Floyd

Tamarack is truly the best of West Virginia! We stopped for dinner and was amazed. We had the rainbow trout and a braised steak. Both were delicious. The crowning touch however was the turtle pie and the praline praline peach cobbler. They were magnificent! Tamarack looks in cleaned up! It is not as cluttered as it once was. Wonderful experience!

ScumSprocket ScumSprocket

Best and friendliest alien cultist nick knack shop I've ever visted.

Chris Tebbens

Interesting items for sale there. Not trinkets or touristy items. Food is very good.

Nicodemus Boffin

The Tamarack, also known as the Eastern Larch, is a tree that has a long connection to West Virginia: its qualities of sturdiness and strength made it extremely useful in building, supporting and maintaining the 18th and early 19th centuries' mines and coal tunnels of the state. I learned why this incredible place took the name of this remarkable tree from a friendly and helpful employee on a wet and slightly dreary day, a day that didn't diminish their professionalism or demeanor. I can't wait to come back when the sun is out and more people are about to enjoy this fantastic place.

Saif Tareen

I always stop here during my drive from Ohio to North Carolina. Very nice restaurants at the food court, very nice souvenirs to buy. I always find my stop here refreshing.

Jim DeVore

Something unexpected - must stop. Even if you don't purchase anything, it offers browsing of upscale art and craft work. During my latest visit, they had glass blowing demonstrations. A previous visit offered a dulcimer demonstration. Food, good parking, a nice break from driving.

Joshua Hammack

Always, always, always something fun to see at Tamarack. Well worth the stop if you're in the area. Lots of great art and other WV-made items.