Let’s all admit that when selecting a place to dine out, most of us wouldn’t put a truck stop (more modernly referred to as a ‘travel center’) diner at the top of our list. But sometimes when you’re on the road, fast food just doesn’t seem like it will be a satisfying option. If you’ve ever been on a long stretch of the interstate, found yourself hungry and wishing there was an alternative to the same old fast food joints… then why not consider a restaurant at a travel center?
For instance, on Interstate 79 at exit 105, there is a restaurant at a truck stop right off the highway (you can see it from the interstate).
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Yes, it’s located in a travel center and, yes, there are scales and pumps — and a convenience store next door to the restaurant…
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But step to the right and go through this door: the Robin’s Nest. It’s not fine dining, but if you had a couple of hours for a fine dining experience then we’re guessing you wouldn’t be traveling out on this part of I-79 right now, would you?
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Besides… The Robin’s Nest does occasionally pull out a few white table cloths, if you’re into that sort of thing.
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You may be pleasantly surprised at the dining experience from eating in a ’truck stop’ restaurant, if you’ve never done it.
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For starters, the staff here is very nice. And whether you’re having breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the food is delicious.
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Among the flavorful items on the menu are soups, salads, sandwiches, meatloaf, steaks, chicken, salmon, pork chops, and a breakfast menu with food that’ll stick to your bones all day.
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Plus, the atmosphere is pleasant, the place is neat and clean, and it just might be your new go-to place to refuel (in more ways than one) when you’re traveling in the area.
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How about it? Are you willing to break tradition and eat at a truck stop? It’s easy to find this one!
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The Robin’s Nest Travel Center restaurant is located on the east side of Interstate 79 at exit 105/Jane Lew. Just look for the tall Valero fuel sign. The address is Robins Way, Jane Lew, WV 26378. It’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week!
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