Capitol Market

Capitol Market is a Grocery Store in Charleston, WV. It operates year‑round as an indoor‑outdoor market that brings together farm‑fresh produce, locally raised meat, seafood, sushi, and a variety of specialty foods. Shoppers can pick up seasonal items, West Virginia‑made gifts, artisan chocolates, exotic cheeses, wine, coffee, and enjoy meals from several dining options, including a popular Italian restaurant. The nonprofit venue also hosts a butcher, a fresh‑meat market, a wine and cheese shop, and a coffee bar, serving residents and visitors throughout the Charleston area. With a 4.70‑star rating based on 3,596 reviews, Capitol Market is recognized for its high level of customer satisfaction.

Founded more than two decades ago at its current location, Capitol Market occupies a turn‑of‑the‑century train station that was originally part of a late‑1800s railyard built by the Kanawha and Michigan Railroad. After the depot fell into disrepair, a 1997 vision transformed it into a modern hub for shopping, dining, and community events. Today the market blends indoor and outdoor spaces that feature fresh meat, fish, produce, coffee, wine, beer, cheese, chocolates, and a wide range of West Virginia‑made products. As a nonprofit, its mission is to support small businesses, uplift local farmers, and provide a gathering place for the community. Chef Paul Smith, the market’s first Culinary Ambassador and West Virginia’s first James Beard Award‑winning chef, leads regular cooking demonstrations and contributes to farm‑to‑table events, reinforcing the market’s role as Charleston’s premier destination for fresh, local food.

Capitol Market enjoys a strong local reputation, reflected in consistently high customer ratings, and an established track record built on a large base of customer reviews.

Its long‑standing presence and community‑focused approach make Capitol Market a distinctive grocery destination that enriches Charleston’s food scene and supports the region’s producers.