If you lose our order, don't put us in the back the line and make us wait. Blaming the issue on technology is lame. Fries and tater tots were room temperature. Burger was good. Shrimp and grits were good. read more

In a town like Batesville, a new restaurant doesn't just open its doors -- it announces an intention. It suggests momentum. It dares to believe there is room for something fresh on familiar streets. Board on Third carries that ambition with confidence. From the moment you step inside, it's clear that care went into the space. The décor feels curated rather than assembled -- modern without sterility, warm without cliché. There's a sense of thoughtful layering: textures that play off each other, lighting that flatters rather than floods, and design choices that signal intention. It feels like a place built for gathering -- a backdrop for conversations that linger. The staff reinforces that promise. Attentive without hovering, present without being performative. Water glasses don't empty unnoticed. Questions are answered with clarity. There's an eagerness that reads as pride -- and that matters in a new establishment finding its rhythm. Then came the chicken quesadilla. Tex-Mex is deceptively simple. It asks for restraint, but demands execution. The tortilla is not a vessel; it is the foundation. Fresh-pressed, it should offer elasticity and blistered character, carrying the aroma of toasted flour. Here, it felt ordinary -- serviceable, but lacking the tender resilience and warmth that elevates a quesadilla from cafeteria fare to something transportive. The chicken followed suit. Slightly chewy, suggesting either a previous freeze or a reheating cycle beyond its prime. Not inedible -- but uninspired. For a dish built on so few elements, each one must carry weight. When even one falters, the whole plate sinks. To be fair, every new restaurant deserves grace. Kitchens calibrate. Suppliers shift. Line cooks find their tempo. Growing pains are part of the story arc. And in a place like Batesville, supporting that arc matters. But context matters too. Coming from Texas -- where Tex-Mex is less cuisine and more birthright -- the bar sits high. A quesadilla is not a casual afterthought; it is a benchmark. On this visit, that benchmark was missed. None of this negates the promise. The space has charm. The staff has heart. The ambition is evident. What's needed now is refinement -- especially on dishes that appear simple but demand precision. Board on Third has the framework of something lasting. With tighter execution in the kitchen and attention to foundational details, it could become a cornerstone rather than just a newcomer. The potential is there. Now it's a matter of meeting it. read more

The food and the service were great! We've been several times and they have yet to disappoint. Burgers and fries are a great go-to, but everything is good. read more

As if the Batesville, AR growing food scene wasn't already impressive enough, a new addition to downtown continues the momentum. Just a month ago, the doors opened for a comfy new spot just off Main St that brings a great vibe not just for the downtown scene, but for the community. With a small yet perfect menu to fit the ambiance, The Board on 3rd is a unique spot worth hitting up. As usual, I just ask the wait staff what I should try, and as usual, they didn't let me down. I started things off with the 3rd Street Dip Flight, which has spinach dip, red pepper hummus, and jalapeno pimento cheese served up with their house-made crostini, which I would love a whole bag of for sure! While enjoying the appetizer, my fish tacos arrived. The fried cod tacos come served up in a warm, soft/crispy (perfect) tortilla and topped with a fresh slaw blend, cotija crumble, tomato, lime, and a spicy sauce, which I got on the side so I could taste how good it was. I'm a sauce option kind of food lover; folks can hide a lot by bathing their food in sauce, so I like to try it without before I lightly add some sauce. These tacos are excellent without the sauce, but a light drizzle does add a great little kick. So good, though, you could enjoy these things with or without sauce. After the great appetizer and main entree, and with a long drive ahead, I had to pass on dessert. They looked amazing, though, so I will definitely be giving that a try very soon. My cup never went empty, the whole staff were super nice and very active, have some golf on the tv is always good, and an overall spot on visit! The cool thing about this place is it felt very community embraced, and I hope that continues and grows. Always great to see local folks opening a local place and it being well supported by local people. Places this special still can't survive on travelers alone. It takes a village! Visit soon, visit often, & always remember the better you treat the staff the better the service gets. Tip & love on this place well! read more

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I was in town for business and wanted something local and different. This place is very nice and modern. Its a seat yourself restaurant. Lots of people there for lunch. The craft beer selection was nice. Had a Mexican lagar. It was very good. I ordered the dip flight. It had jalapeño pimento cheese, spinach artichoke and roasted red pepper humus. The pimento cheese was good and so were the homemade chips. Kinda disappointed about the portion of spinach artichoke dip. Half the amount of the others and the humus tasted like sabra. My server was super nice and attentive. I ordered the shrimp and cheese grits. When it arrived I was disappointed at the ratio of shrimp to grits. Big bowl of grits and average shrimp. Could taste the white wine it was supposedly sauté in. But it was good. Grits were very creamy and cheesy. I was going to order desert but the server was to quick to bring my ticket and didnt offer or ask if I wanted any. All in all food and service is good. They need to do better on portion ratio and offering a desert. For 16$ entrée I was expecting at least 6 shrimp for that big bowl of grits. If you're in Batesville check this place out. read more

I spent a lot of time complaining about the food and Batesville, but I finally found this place which I think is great. The food was delicious. The wait staff is great and I've been there twice in one week. read more

The service was good very friendly. The food was outstanding. Nice to have fresh food the portions were big.

The "Southern Sizzle" is this week's special. The sandwich was great and the cheese grits were good too. I had a Deschutes Black Butte, a Wiseacre Tiny Bomb, and a Rockhoud IPA on draft. The menu has plenty of items and the location is great. read more

Board on 3rd - Desserts Near Me - Batesville, Arkansas

This place is wonderful...from the time we sat down until we left everything was great...great service/awesome food and awesome drinks!!! We will be back read more