Ambrosia Bakery

Great location, awesome atmosphere and the food tasted amazing. The even better part is that it's…read morenot that expensive especially for downtown Hot Springs. So if you're looking for an amazing cheeseburger with great people watching this place checks all those boxes.

The perfect spot for lunch on Central Ave in Hot Springs. Seriously, you cannot beat prices like…read morethese in today's economy! Me and my partner were flabbergasted that our total was under $20!! And the food is quality too. Right on!

Inside dining and bar

Chili Cheese Fries & Onion Rings

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Cafe 1217

4.5(258 reviews)

0.8 mi

Food was wonderful. Big portions. Loved the salads. Key lime pie is a TRUE must. Loved the…read morecreme brulee too. Very casual friendly and terrific staff.

Cafe 1217 - A Fresh Break from the Road Trip Diet…read more What a relief to stumble into Cafe 1217 after days of heading southwest on a steady rotation of BBQ, grits, and beans. Delicious, yes... but the body eventually starts asking for a vegetable and a reset. The space itself matches that feeling. Simply decorated, with bright murals, clean lines, and a cheerful, easygoing vibe that feels light the moment you walk in. My husband gave me full ordering authority, which is always a bold move. I went straight into tapas mode because everything on the menu looked too good to choose just one. We ended up with a spread: chicken pot pie (which quickly abandoned any "small plate" intentions), field greens and baby spinach, a shrimp and crawfish cake, and one of each of Rosy's authentic hand-rolled tamales. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying without that heavy, road-trip food fatigue. The mint lemonade was refreshing and delicious, a little on the sweet side, but it worked. Service, while perfectly fine, could benefit from a warmer welcome and a bit more guidance, especially for first-timers trying to navigate such an inviting menu. A little extra friendliness up front would go a long way here. Our only real regret? Not saving room for dessert. They looked very tempting, and we'll be thinking about that missed opportunity. If you're on the road and craving something lighter without sacrificing flavor, this spot is a welcome pause.

Oriental Chicken Salad

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Superior Bathhouse Brewery

4.1(1.2k reviews)

0.6 mi

The place was hopping for a Monday afternoon! We waiting about 30 mins for a table outside - not a…read morebig deal for us - because you can order a beverage to have while you wait! We shared a big picnic table with 4 other people. It was fun to talk while waiting for our food. And the food came out quickly! I had a smash burger - delicious. My husband had the Cobb Salad. He said it was good but could have used more of the "good stuff" eggs, bacon, etc. It was mostly lettuce. It's cool because they brew their beer with water from the hot springs! I mean we didn't taste a real difference but what a neat fact!

The beers are truly fantastic. I will come back, try their new brews, and fill up my growler as…read moreoften as possible. The setting, in a historic bathhouse, is amazing and fun. The downsides: no bar to sit at; you're either at a table or outside in the (very nice) Biergarten area. Most significantly detrimental, though, is the young staff. Without a manager in sight, they just unenthusiastically wander around, are disinterested, look at their phones, and reluctantly help the patrons (after having to be asked).

Seating looking out to the town's main drag.

2nd round + corn nuggets

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Beer flight

Ohio Club

4.3(802 reviews)

0.6 mi

They have one of the best burgers in town! Love this place! And the owners are phenomenal!read more

The Ohio Club in Hot Springs, Arkansas, is one of those places where the building itself feels like…read morepart of the entertainment. It has a long history tied to the city's heyday as a resort destination, when Hot Springs attracted tourists, gamblers, celebrities, and some notorious visitors from the underworld. The food was great! I had the Chicken Caesar wrap, and my husband had the Bugsy which is grilled pastrami and corned beef and swiss cheese. Big portions and tasty fries! The gals behind the bar were friendly and funny! Small and cozy, you'll enjoy the Ohio Club! Be sure to get your picture with "Al" out front :)

The area for the live band

My old fashioned burger with cheese

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Cafe Mi Amor

4.5(97 reviews)

1.1 mi

Found a new restaurant that got great food. It's well hidden because their signage non-existent and…read moreeven with Google Maps, you won't be able to find it unless you really look. Food and drinks are excellent there. I might be returning there every weekend. Pretty soon, I will be waddling like a duck if I try everything there. LOL

Pretty good good! It did get pretty busy. They have a good drink selection and I had a bombon and…read morepyramid of the son. My partner also had the cafe con leche - the first was good but the second was burnt. Good was good- I'm not a fan of Cuban bread but had the avocado toast and added egg and pork. The toppings were good though I always find the bread lackluster. The side of beans and potatoes were very good though and my boyfriend liked his Miami sandwhich.

Comfy seating in the juice bar next door

SIMPLY PERFECT v 9.99 Cuban Bread, Fresh Avocado, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Black Pepper and Organic Greens

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Open Sesame v $9.99 Cuban Bread, Fresh Avocado, Toasted Sesame Oil, Black Sesame Seeds, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, fresh Organic Greens

Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Beer Garden

4.1(763 reviews)

0.6 mi

Temporarily closed for renovation!!!! We came into town from 3 hours away just for this place only…read moreto find out it's currently closed. The wings and pizza are super delicious but just not they are currently closed!

We walked over here while we waited our turn for our soaks at the hot springs…read more It's a cute little spot and the servers are all friendly. Our pizza came out quickly which was great, but another minute would have crisped up the crust a bit more. They are generous with the toppings and the twist on the crust is a nice touch.

Interior dining space.

10 in pizzas

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Dining space.

The Avenue

3.8(129 reviews)

0.5 mi

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Excellent breakfast! Plenty to share. Love the decor! Our server was amazing…read moretoo!.....................

I've only been to The Avenue once, and I'll be back when we're in Hot Springs again. A glass of…read morewine and a garden salad with roasted chicken, all good. Lovely, tender chicken, it was possibly the best I've had.

Dining and bar space.

Classic Breakfast. Eggs, sausage patties, toast, and home fries. The home fries are so good! Sausage patties are really flavorful too.

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Exterior.

Mueller's Bistro & Bakery

4.5(130 reviews)

2.1 mi

Fabulous pastries! Great service! Thoroughly enjoyed our experience there! 5/5!!! Will definitely…read morebe back!

Wonderful service and tasty food for breakfast and lunch. Don't forget your delicious bakery treats…read moreon your way out.

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Kollective Coffee + Tea

4.3(456 reviews)

0.9 mi

delicious vegan options Cute cafe…read more Would come here again thanks for supporting the vegans!!!

We've been to Kollective multiple times before and specifically came back because we loved our…read moredrinks the last time. We drove all the way from Little Rock to Hot Springs to celebrate my birthday, and I wanted to start my day by coming here for coffee. I understand it's busy. The line was long, but we stood in it like everyone else, waited our turn, and were about to spend $51 on coffee and breakfast for our family. Unfortunately, the gentleman taking orders (mustache and piercing in between the eyes) acted as though we were the greatest inconvenience in the world. As we were deciding what everyone wanted and placing our order, he was visibly irritated, sighing and looking like he was holding back an eye roll whenever we spoke to him. I initially wondered if I was reading too much into his demeanor, but as soon as we walked away, both my husband and my 12-year-old independently commented on his attitude and how uncomfortable the interaction was. When even a 12-year-old notices how annoyed an employee seems to be by customers simply ordering, there's a problem. I don't expect someone working a busy counter to be bubbly or put on a performance for me. But basic friendliness--or at minimum, not making customers feel like a burden for ordering--is a pretty reasonable expectation. If someone dislikes interacting with customers that much, having him be the person taking orders seems like an odd choice. Even worse, the coffee I had specifically been looking forward to wasn't nearly as good as it was the last time we visited. This time it tasted noticeably less rich and almost watered down. My husband did enjoy his matcha, but between the quality of my drink, spending $51 on our order, and being made to feel like an inconvenience simply for placing it, the entire experience was incredibly disappointing--especially as the start of my birthday. We came in genuinely excited to return because we'd had such a good experience here before. Unfortunately, we left feeling like we probably won't be back. -I got a raspberry-rose latte (meh) -Husband got an iced matcha latte (Loved it) -Daughter had a grilled cheese sandwich (she said it was fine, not the best) -Banana bread slice and pumpkin bread slice. Those were pretty good

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Iced Latte

Culinary District

4.9(16 reviews)

0.4 mi

A great chef, home cook, gourmet store, family owned, with a west coast connection. This Surfas…read moreculinary district shoppe offers all types of cool toys, gadgets and specialty things for those who love the kitchen, cooking, eating and entertaining - that can only be rivaled by its sister locations in the Los Angeles area. A fresh made to order sandwich shop, with daily soups and sandwich specials, chilled cheeses, imported and west coast olives. Specialty confectioners produces, rare spices and herbs, specialty pastry flours, exotic meats - just pretty much anything you could want as a chef, student, cook, home cook, baker, or know someone who is. In the Quapaw historical district, across the street from the county court house in an old converted feed store, look for the stripped awning - this very cool shoppe provides a wide array of products and services geared towards the commercial culinary industry, but offers the lay person and non professional access to the same tools, ingredients and equipment in a retail setting. From specialty cooking ingredients to top of the line commercial grade cooking equipment and gear, you will find it at this Surfas culinary district shop. A great store in a cool space in a neat town, that is not on the west coast. A solid 5 stars. 00185

Fun place to shop. You find tools that you knew you needed but could never find…read more Closes early so really have to plan when I come to town.

Visit Taco Mama's at the counter for some fantastic and unusual tacos! I got the carnitas taco with fried avocado!

Rows of gadgets and goods!

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Fountain and patio.

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Kim T.

8 years ago

The cookies are delicious, however, after dealing with one horrible staff member, I can't bring myself to return. She had serious rage issues and just shouldn't be allowed to work with humans. read more

Jordan M.

9 years ago

The best cakes in Arkansas and the staff is delightful. Whenever I buy a cake it comes from here.

Arnie K.

189

14 years ago

Turnovers were great.. As was the cinnamon twist

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