Emma’s Boba and More in Ripley, WV, USA
The owner is the main chef and carries this little establishment, in its entirety, on her own shoulders. This is old school West Virginia home cooking at its finest. Though it’s a small place, it is packed with old fashioned recipes that have been handed down through generations. I would dare anyone to find something they don’t like there. It’s near impossible to find a dish that isn’t the absolute best food you’ve ever had cross your tongue. The desserts are homemade quality and to die for. It’s like stepping back in time and walking into grandma’s house. This food will knock your socks off and leave you wanting more but too full to partake. There are so many locals that will recommend this place over any other establishment in Ripley WV. This is the hidden gem in West Virginia. There is no person that has more passion for cooking than this woman. Her name is Patricia Whittington but she goes by Trish or “Mama T.” to her past employees and the local youth. She cooks with all her heart and soul. Every bit of food that comes out of this place is of her own creation. NO ONE ELSE COOKS HERE!!! This business is truly a local legend in the making. It’s a young business, but the future is bright with this one. I would challenge your team to try this one. You won’t regret it. From the baked steak dinner, the chicken bacon ranch sandwich, the hot dogs are flat out the best ever and I’ve eaten hotdogs in every corner of this state and other states, none have come close to being this good. The Pinto beans and homemade cornbread are the things dreams are made of. This woman has the magic touch. One customer refers to her as his “cook wife” (haha, whatever that means). Even the menu is not the limit here. If there’s something random you want that’s not on the menu she will find a way to make it for you. It DOES NOT matter what you order, it will be the best meal you’ve ever had. I guarantee it! The phone number for Emma’s is 1(304)561-7468 the owners name is Patricia Whittington. The address is 342 Church St S Ripley, WV 25271 United States The only website is a Facebook page. The link is https://www.facebook.com/share/1GPSuYgwgy/?mibextid=wwXIfr The story behind the making of this restaurant is many years worth of struggle, hard work, and lessons learned. Thanks for considering this establishment. I do believe your time spent at Emma’s will be an experience that will make you want to come back again and again. Best wishes to all the staff and crew, safe travels, and most of all God bless!