No matter the size, every town in West Virginia seems to have that one restaurant that’s been around forever and is always seemingly filled with locals. (Check out 14 of those restaurants here.) In Nitro, Diehl’s (pronounced ‘Deals’) is an institution. This local icon opened way back in 1960 and has been charming customers’ taste buds ever since with home cookin’ just like your Mom used to make.
Any time you head to Diehl’s Family Restaurant, you just know you’ve come to a great place for a flavorful meal.
Google/Kevin Servoss And don’t be surprised to roll up and find the parking lot almost overflowing with cars. There is plenty of room inside for you too.
If you’ve never been to Diehl’s, then you’re in for a sweet treat for the eyes as well.
Google/Justin Jaro Nostalgia is served up on a platter in more ways than one! Not only has the food not changed much in the last 59 years, but the decor is also reminiscent of a bygone era. The walls are covered with memorabilia ranging from old license plates to vintage toys and local photos. You definitely won’t get bored while you wait for your food.
The food is over-the-top good.
Google/Bryan Archer Menu choices include sandwiches, burgers, fried chicken, spaghetti, fish, a grilled ham steak, their signature roast beef and gravy, and to much more to mention here. Portions are generous, so come hungry!
The house hoagie and fries is enough for two meals — and reasonably priced!
Google/Justin Spradling Other flavorful sandwiches will answer just about any craving you may have including barbecue, chicken, fried flounder, BLT, and even a bologna and ham creation that’ll make you think of summer afternoons when school was out and you didn’t have a care in the world.
One thing you simply must remember any time you visit this nostalgic restaurant: save room for dessert!
Google/nikki lord From graham cracker crust pies to chocolate cake and cheesecake with cherries, Diehl’s knows how to please a sweet tooth.
Ready to check it out in person? Anytime you’re near Nitro, head to Diehl’s! The food hasn’t changed much at all since 1960 — and neither has the restaurant!
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Diehl’s Family Restaurant is open six days a week. The hours are Tuesday through Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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And don’t be surprised to roll up and find the parking lot almost overflowing with cars. There is plenty of room inside for you too.
Google/Justin Jaro
Nostalgia is served up on a platter in more ways than one! Not only has the food not changed much in the last 59 years, but the decor is also reminiscent of a bygone era. The walls are covered with memorabilia ranging from old license plates to vintage toys and local photos. You definitely won’t get bored while you wait for your food.
Google/Bryan Archer
Menu choices include sandwiches, burgers, fried chicken, spaghetti, fish, a grilled ham steak, their signature roast beef and gravy, and to much more to mention here. Portions are generous, so come hungry!
Google/Justin Spradling
Other flavorful sandwiches will answer just about any craving you may have including barbecue, chicken, fried flounder, BLT, and even a bologna and ham creation that’ll make you think of summer afternoons when school was out and you didn’t have a care in the world.
Google/nikki lord
From graham cracker crust pies to chocolate cake and cheesecake with cherries, Diehl’s knows how to please a sweet tooth.
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Address: 152 Main Avenue, Nitro, WV, 25143
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