Posted in West Virginia July 30, 2019 by

The 9-Pound Sundae At This West Virginia Diner Is An Ice Cream Lover’s Dream

Fairmont is a small city in Marion County that’s home to some local landmarks like Pricketts Fort State Park and Sagebrush Roundup Music Park. It also happens to have the beloved Poky Dot, a charming diner the locals love. And if you love ice cream, visiting this spot is a must — they serve a humungous sundae that weighs a whopping nine pounds.

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The Poky Dot is located on Fairmont Avenue, where it has remained since the early 1950s.
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The kitschy American diner has received several makeovers since then, but it still maintains its nostalgic charms.
Inside you'll find a warm, welcoming space ready to serve you a tasty meal and an unforgettable dessert.
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It's pretty much impossible not to be instantly smitten with this place.
The Poky Dot serves a full menu of appetizers, burgers, and fries...
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.... but what this place is really known for is the amazing desserts.
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From standard shakes to outlandish sundaes, they serve everything you need to satisfy your sweet tooth.
The legendary nine-pound banana split is what really put this place on the map.
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Topped with plenty of cherries, sprinkles, whipped cream and flavored syrups, it's truly a sight to behold.
The specialty sundae has been featured in many food publications, and it's easy to see why.
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While very few groups manage to finish the dessert (each scoop of ice cream weighs a pound!), it's definitely fun to try.
The Poky Dot is open seven days a week until at least 10 p.m. (11 on weekends).
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If you've never tried one of these lavish desserts, you owe it to yourself to go.

Address: 1111 Fairmont Avenue, Fairmont, WV, 26554

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