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Downtown Elkins recently received another jewel in its crown of unique dining options. Co-owners Ralph Bennett and Jerry Metheny have brought a new flair to cafe food with Henry G's Cafe.

Wanting to bring something different to downtown, Henry G's offers a wide selection of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. From breakfast scramblers, quiche to wraps, sandwiches, signature white chili, fresh salads, baked potatoes and hand-dipped frozen desserts, Henry G's has something for everyone. Other delights that makes the newest downtown spot special is the homemade baked goods. According to Manager Pam Kelley, the restaurant's baker prepares all sorts of muffins, cakes and cinnamon rolls for the morning rush.

The selection of foods will continue to grow to suit the interests of the customers, according to Bennett.

"We definitely will be making some changes as time goes on," Bennett said of the menu.

The restaurant's decor will also continue to evolve. Before opening, counters were removed and bench seating and booths were added. The space is full of seating choices and Bennett said that's how it was planned. The walls will soon feature pictures of Elkins during the height of the railroad era, according to Bennett.

"We are going to try to connect with the history of Elkins," he said.

Henry G's is located at 110 Third St. and is open Mondays through Fridays from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. Bennett said hours on Sundays may be added in the spring.

Smaller versions of the large menu portions will available for tasting at a ribbon-cutting event Tuesday at 10 a.m. The grand opening celebration has yet to be set. Kelley, Bennett and Metheny, along with members of the Elkins-Randolph County Chamber of Commerce, will be on hand for Tuesday's event.