Angela’s on the River | Family Restaurant

Welcome to Saint Albans

Do you know how many names Saint Albans has had?

The town was first called Coalsmouth…as it was at the mouth of the Coal River. Col. John Cunningham and his father inlaw Stephen Benedict acquired most of Phillip Thompson’s land and in 1857 Phillipi became Jefferson. One year later in 1868 it was incorporated as the Village of Kanawha City. Collis P. Huntington built the C&O railroad through here in 1871-72. Mr. Huntington, being an influential person, proceeded to have the name of the town changed to St. Albans in 1871. Supposedly done as a favor to his chief council, H.C. Parson after his home in St. Albans, Vermont. Approved by WV Legislature January 1872.

St. Albans has twelve sites on the National Register of Historic Places and their Historical Society frequently conducts historic walking home tours. The Archaeological site along the Kanawha River is one of the oldest in the United States with points dating back 9,000 years!!

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Reviews

A Rare Gem

May 19, 2023

Tonight we attended a High School Band Banquet, however I have previously attended high school reunions, mothers day dinner, and multiple date night dinners.

Every visit has been very enjoyable due to the excellent waiters and waitresses, who take their job seriously and take pride in providing a pleasurable dining experience.

The menu has a lot of delicious dishes to choose from, they will make it right if something isn’t cooked right or not what you thought it would be.

Angela’s is a rare gem in the local dining scene of St. Albans!

Gigi Bays (Mamaw)

Food is ALWAYS delicious!

April 14, 2022

We had a great birthday dinner for Rick 4-16. Angela makes you feel so comfortable and accommodating! The Easter Buffet was wonderful! W sure had a good time, and the food is ALWAYS delicious!

Sue Robinson

Wow! Beautifully delicious!

March 12, 2026

Angela’s on the River is a “go to place” for us when we want a fine dining experience at a common man’s cost. It’s absolutely worth your drive to 2 6th Ave, St. Albans, WV.

My wife and I have always been treated so well since we’ve been coming here nearly 20 years now.

She had the Summer Salad and I had the Madeline’s Ribeye. My entree came with two sides. Plus, fresh hot rolls come with the meal.

We had time to talk and watch the Coal River on the other side of our floor to ceiling windows. What a view!

Our meals came and my wife’s reaction was, “Wow! Beautifully delicious!” It was a masterpiece. Angela’s is one of a couple places that serves a salad like this. But the other place hasn’t been able to make “their salad” with everything it’s supposed to have on. You definitely get your money’s worth at Angela’s.

My ribeye was amazing, absolutely tender and mouth watering. Plus the French fries I had were perfectly cooked. Plus I had a house salad that didn’t disappoint either.

Overall, this place knocked it off the charts tonight. Thank you for a wonderful experience and your servers you have working there are doing a great job. Plus kudos to your chefs and culinary staff.

Scott Grandon

Highly Recommend!

April 4, 2021

This is a wonderful gem in St Albans with delicious, DELICIOUS food. We had a party of 6 and not ONE thing was less than amazing! Highly recommend!

Katherine Wiseman

Best Bisque Ever!

December 30, 2025

We stopped in for a light meal and wine. The atmosphere is beautiful and inviting with soft lighting and a cozy vibe to the dining area. Chairs were comfortable and tables the perfect size. We ordered appetizers to include hot crab dip for the 2 of us and 2 bowls of lobster bisque. A basket of delicious rolls were brought to the table for our meal. The food was wonderful, with the bisque being one of the best I’ve had. Crab dip was also delicious and had wonderful asiago toasted bread to accompany the hot dip. Our host and server were friendly, attentive, and kind without being intrusive. This was a wonderful dining experience and I hope to return. Prices were fair for the quality of food. It was just an overall good experience.

LDC 68

Excellent Food & Service!

August 7, 2024

From start to finish a wonderful experience! We were sat immediately and were asked which dining area we would like. We chose the large window area to watch the river & all the things! Our server was Alley & she had cocktails in front of us within moments! House Pinot Grigio was on point! We never can find great wine when we are out and about -but Angela’s offers excellent choices. The crab dip was delicious! Hubs couldn’t stop eating it! Rolls were yummy as well. Couldn’t stop eating the Summer Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette! We shared the Stuffed Cod & collard greens. I could eat that every day! The ambiance was on point with the view-great music and service!

Angela’s on the River restaurant is hands down the Best Experience we have had in the State! We travel a lot and always have something go array or the flavor is off. Not here! Being a fellow restaurateur I’m super picky but I settle bc for me I’m just grateful to get out. You need to run to Angela’s and enjoy the better things in life without breaking the bank! Prices are affordable and the Owner was my leader back in the 80’s and 90’s. So she knows excellent food & service! Just cannot say enough wonderful things about experience! Enjoy it all! Great venue for weddings-reunions-birthdays and celebrations! Anytime you want to escape the hustle and bustle of downtown & corporate box places to eat. Woman owned and operated. Historic Chilton House.

Close to gasoline and route 60. Great place to walk ur fur baby if ur traveling or have ur baby with u. The most unique & affordable dining you will have in WV! Thank You Alley & Angela for a great date night! Can’t wait to be a regular & enjoy all your great selections!

Sandraella Call

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