Black Sheep Burrito & Brews – Huntington, WV
Eclectic fusion in Huntington, specializing in craft beer and burritos that have non-traditional ingredients. The result is a great fusion.
Located in the heart of the Pullman Square, an entertainment district of Huntington which is sort of a small lifestyle center like Easton in Columbus, Black Sheep is always a very active place. The OH Food Guy has been there both in their old location (near Marshall University) and at the new location. Even though moving often loses substance in a restaurant, Black Sheep got better and keeps innovating.
Black sheep is famous for, and specializes in, eclectic fusion burritos, such as Thai curry flavored burrito. While a diehard for authenticity might scoff at this, the result is real innovation and excellent cuisine. Think of Black Sheep doing for burritos what Ed LaDou did to pizzas in creating California style pizzas back in the 1970s. This is true innovation in the Mountain State.
I usually get a Curry, Baaa’d Ass, or Thai Peanut burrito. While these titles don’t sound like it would work, they do work very well. On it’s own, the contents would be great dinners at a Chinese, Thai, or Indian restaurant. At Black Sheep they make a phenomenal burrito.
The burritos are very good, and because the Curry, General Tso’s, and Thai Peanut are so good, that we haven’t explored all the menu yet. However, we tried the fish tacos on the last visit and they were superb as well. Catfish, the local fish, was used and they were perfectly fried. The tacos came wrapped well so that the juices didn’t make a mess. Overall they were superb.
Beyond the food, they also need beer and have great bar. Their craft brew options are extensive and they can filler growlers (or sell you one) to take some beer home. Their location in Pullman Square is also convenient for further window shopping and live music. It’s definitely hard to not eat here when we’re in Huntington.
Nacho Normal Fries – a good eclectic take on chili cheese fries
General Tso’s Burrito – if General Tso made a burrito and was from West Virginia, it would be like this. Excellent fusion
An excellent, if pricey, burrito
Good children’s options are on the menu and disappear quick
BEST BETS
- Thai Peanut Burrito
- Curry Burrito
- Baaa’d Ass Burrito
- Fish Tacos
- Thai Peanut Burrito
- Brocco Fries
Black Sheep Burrito & Brews – Huntington, WV
Black Sheep started paving the way for the culinary renaissance in Huntington. While Black Sheep started as a boutique restaurant, it is now a juggernaut of boutique dining in the area.
- Focus on the burritos or tacos for a unique experience
- Watch the prices since it’s easy to grow the bill
- Explore the Pullman Square later
Details
Before you go
Call in advance since the dining area is small.
Date of Last visit: August 2023
10+
Times Visited
13
Rating
$$
Cost
11
Décor