2 • The Beacon December 17 , 2020
Buy local : Restaurants offer options for everyone
By Jen Jones
The holiday season can be a busy time for everyone . With the uncertainty of COVID , many local businesses have struggled , so it ’ s even more important to think about them this holiday season . Whether you want a quick meal for your family , a dinner
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“ Our specialty pizza is the General , which is double cheese and double pepperoni ,” said Shannon Folkert , co-owner of the restaurant .
The restaurant offers gift certificates and can be called at 740-545-1923 . The Real McCoy BBQ “ I cater a bunch ,” owner Emily McCoy said , “ weddings , grad parties , birthdays , company parties . Ribs are definitely my top item . If you don ’ t want to get messy , a wrapped pig is a very close second .”
McCoy offers gift certificates and can be called at 740-610-6468 .
Ridgewood General Store
A variety of coffee / tea selections and food bring people back to the Ridgewood General Store . “ They have great food and
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The Jones-ey is a big seller at Amici ’ s . It is half pizza and half cheesy bread . The Italian sub is another favorite , along with wings .
grocery items but , most importantly , great people . They are the best , always friendly ,” Cherie Reveal said .
The Big Tex Mex salad is a favorite , along with several soups . Call 740- 208-2869 for specials .
Wills Creek Pub and Grub
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“ Hot pepper cheese balls , wings , grub sub and chicken Philly sub are our staples ,” Stephanie Fender said . “ Their fries are just like the fair .”
The restaurant offers curbside pickup , and its menu includes pizza , wings , subs and sandwiches . The number is 740-
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829-2255 . Roberta ’ s Diner If you are looking for a family-style diner , this is the place for you . They offer dine-in , carryout or curbside service .
“ They have really good food . I like the homecooking type of food and small-town feeling ,” Cissy Moore said .
The number is 740- 824-5000 .
Warehouse Steak n ’ Stein
Still often called “ The Lock ,” Warehouse Steak n ’ Stein is a popular destination for locals and visitors . Offering a full menu of appetizers , sandwiches , salads and seafood , they offer dine-in , carryout and catering services .
“ The waitresses are really nice , and the food we ’ ve had has been really good . And they know how to make a Blue Long Island ,” Heather Gray said .
Gift certificates are available . You can call them by calling 740-622- 4001 . Shumaker ’ s Widely known for its delicious cookies , Shumaker ’ s also offers a variety on its catering menu and is a popular choice for parties , weddings and employee dinners . Call 740-622-8915 to have them help you plan the menu for your holiday dinner . Mayor ’ s Corner “ I love their salads . They are huge and reasonably priced , and my husband , Cory , likes their hamburgers and Reubens . The people are always nice and have a good sense of humor ,” Mandy Brenly said .
The menu includes deli
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YOUR fresh sandwiches , pizza , subs , salads and wings . Place an order by calling 740-327-4025 . Rich ’ s Country BBQ This mobile barbecue stand is located on Ivy Street and features barbecue and side dishes such as cheesy potatoes and baked beans . Meatloaf also is a customer favorite , along with gravy burgers . Call 740-294-5764 for the specials . Legacy Lanes Steak salads are a favorite at Legacy Lanes . Its menu includes sandwiches , pizza , salads and appetizers . It is a favorite of both bowlers and nonbowlers , and orders can be placed for carryout or curbside pickup . Orders can be placed by calling 740-575-4279 .
The Unusual Junction Diner
The décor brings back customers as much as the food . The dining area is filled with items that many people remember from their childhood , such as an original “ Price Is Right ” sign . Its menu includes sandwiches , wraps , salads and other diner food . The number is 740-545-9772 . Main Street Station The menu has something for everyone . They offer steaks , seafood , pasta and pizza with their most popular items being lasagna , crab cakes , steaks and lobster grilled cheese . They offer gift certificates and can be called at 740- 295-9737 .
Most of these restaurants also have Facebook pages where people can see their specials and menus . Support local small businesses this holiday season .
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