Sip Downtown Brasserie

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Huntington's Premier Wine-Forward Brasserie

Sip Downtown Brasserie has established itself as Huntington, West Virginia's go-to destination for upscale American cuisine with a genuine sense of place. Sitting on 9th Street in the heart of downtown, it's the kind of spot where friends linger over wine flights and the food holds its own alongside a serious drinks program — recognition that earned Sip a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2024.

The Drinks Program

The wine list is the backbone of the experience: over 90 wines from around the world, available by the glass or bottle, with curated flights — three small pours served together — designed to help guests discover their preferences without committing to a full bottle. For spirits lovers, more than 30 whiskeys can be tasted individually or arranged into flights that highlight their differences and complexities. Craft beers and cocktails round out the options.

That Wine Spectator recognition speaks directly to the depth and curation of this list, which is unusual for a city of Huntington's size and makes Sip a genuine destination for wine enthusiasts in the region.

The Food

The American cuisine menu carries its own personality. Dishes photographed and featured by the restaurant include maple and bourbon glazed chicken wings, pimento cheese with pork rinds, whipped feta, roasted red pepper hummus, fried green beans, spinach bites, bread pudding, and a bourbon-infused cotton candy that signals the kitchen's willingness to have fun. Wine tasting plates — some served with candied bacon — bridge the food and drinks programs naturally.

Membership Culture

Sip has built a genuine community around its wine program through several membership tiers. Red, white, and sweet wine clubs deliver a hand-selected bottle monthly, along with a complimentary appetizer or dessert, a personal wine glass for in-house use, 5% off every visit, and access to quarterly member meetups. Wine lockers are also available for dedicated regulars. A Whiskey Club and structured courses — including Whiskey 101 and Sipology Wine Courses — give the place an educational dimension that goes well beyond a typical bar.

Beyond the Dining Room

Catering and private parties are a meaningful part of what Sip does, and a mobile bar extends the experience off-site. For anyone looking for a place where upscale American food, a world-class wine list, and a welcoming atmosphere come together in one room downtown, Sip makes a compelling case.