Congratulations to our local businesses who won the 2025 Best of West Virginia contest. Best of WV is the annual readers poll from WV Living magazine that showcases favorites and the best of the best across the state. Ten Randolph County businesses were recognized as winners in 13 categories (see list below).

In West Virginia’s largest county you can find the best of small town charm and big culture. Here you can find award-winning art, food & drink, lodging, and more. Please your taste buds with everything from donuts to fine dining, including vegetarian options. Quench your thirst with local mead or beer. Visit our communities to experience friendly service, unique art, boutique hotels, outdoor adventure, and so much more. Explore our website or welcome center to discover what makes Elkins-Randolph County among the best of the best!

Gold Award Winners
Best Corporate Citizen: Citizens Bank of West Virginia
Best Brewery: Big Timber Brewing Company
Best Boutique Hotel: Tygart Hotel

Silver Award Winners
Best Convention and Visitors Bureau: Elkins Randolph County Tourism, CVB
Best Donut Shop: Byrd’s House Of Donuts
Best Bank: Citizens Bank of West Virginia

Bronze Award Winners
Best Artist: Rosalie Haizlett
Best Small Local Newspaper: The Inter-Mountain
Best Vegetarian / Vegan Restaurant: Clementine’s Cantina
Best Cidery or Meadery: Healthberry Farm

Regional Winners
Fine Dining: The Forks Inn
Place To Stay: Tygart Hotel
Watering Hole: Big Timber Brewing

View the full list of categories at https://wvliving.com/best-of-west-virginia-2025

Mark your calendars for 2026! The nomination round opens in mid-July, and the voting round goes live in late September. Let’s make sure our favorite Randolph County attractions are represented next year!