This is one where I think my photos speak 1,000 words: Natural. Rustic. Authentic. The menu said "I'm American food," but the taste was Appalachian through and through. Cowboy steak is chicken fried steak without the fry, plus onions and mushrooms. Healthy! And they made it as rare as they could for a thin cut. Generous side of creamy mashed potatoes, authentic homemade biscuit. The only downside was the green beans could have been better flavored and prepared. I don't think it's a common request, but I wanted veggies in my diet. That's all. Good service, nice ambiance, great food, the total package. I almost came back the second night, if I hadn't wanted to try a different place. So you should revisit for me. read more

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Our server was informative and friendly. She was efficient and made sure we had everything we needed. Everyone in my group enjoyed their meal. The ribeye was tender and delicious. As was the chicken fried steak, freshly made, tender and delicious ! Dessert was amazing! I loved the Irish coffee cheesecake. The restaurant was very neat and clean. I highly recommend read more

Service and Ambiance were fine; food not so much. Bread was old and mashed potatoes were refrigerater cold. read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Help wanted sign, could be an indicator. - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

This was my second time to Chopping Block, what a great place to eat!! The waitstaff is simply amazing and the atmosphere is so warm and welcoming. I had Steak and Shrimp with a side of green beans. Steak was perfection and the shrimp was great!! Green beans was a letdown but hey it's hard to be perfect. read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Steak and Shrimp - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

We have eaten here several times while traveling and purposely stopped here because it is a great restaurant. We always get grilled pork chops served over sourkraut. It is an amazing entree with the most unusual flavor. Other menu choices would be just as delicious as shown by the faithful local crowd of customers who are always there. Service here is very fast and friendly. The interior of the restaurant is quite clever and Country Music being piped in completes the western theme making for a pleasant atmosphere. Definitely worth the effort to get here for a meal. Also, the pricing is very fair. read more

Not many choices in Mena. The place was packed on a Friday night. We had the fish because it wast lent. It was okay for fried catfish. The waitress and hostess were super friendly and very sweet. I would definitely give it another shot and try something else on the menu. read more

Good hamburger, meat was flavorful. Ribs had a good flavor but they were cold except for the end pieces. Chocolate silk pie was good.

Don't let the small town vibe let you think they can't make good food. The burger was huge! The chicken fried steak was perfect proportion and tasty! Every thing we ordered was compatible to a franchise steakhouse like Texas Roadhouse and saltgrass! read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - The 2lb burger! - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

So many excellent choices. One our party had a huge chicken fried steak. Another had a half rack of ribs. I ate the wild Willy combo platter. We all left very satisfied. It was all so delicious. The service was great...never ran out of drink. The decor was great. I love the wood look. Great experience. Would eat here again and highly recommend! read more

Food was very good. Large portions. I was going to get the filet minion but they didn't have it so I just had mashed potatoes with gravy and green beans. Service was excellent! I'm not sure how to spell her name so we called our server Allie. She was amazing! The ambience was downright country which I love. Plenty of seating. read more

We had a really good meal here while visiting town. Was it the best steak I've ever had? No, but the service and ambiance still made for a nice experience. While my sirloin was a little fatty, overall the meal was enjoyable and I'm glad we tried it. The servers were friendly and made sure you were taken care of and everything was very clean as well. read more

Good food and pleasant service. We wished there had been a bartender on duty with the crowd during peak season for the Talimena drive.

My family and I went here while on our yearly vacation the the Mena Rod Run. We had a party of 15 and they easily accomadated us. Our server, Misty, was absolutely the best! She was a joy to have, made sure our order was on time and just right, made sure our drinks never ran dry. The food was amazing as well, from the ribeye to the fried pork chops to the fish, it was all so yummy! If you are ever there I highly recommend this place and ask for Misty to serve you, you will not regret it. read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

The food is acceptable. You have to pick your steak or it may be a 1/2" steak. My steak was not medium well. My wife had Italian food. The pasta was sticky and the sauce. We ordered wine and you would think it was the first time the server and bartender had ever dealt with wine. We explained what white wine and red wine goes with what meals. The server was attentive and was quick to satisfy our needs and to try and mitigate the shortcomings. The place is natural wood that provides a rustic charm. read more

Upon entry there is a sign that says meat. I notice a tray above the meat steadily dripping water possibly into the tray. Who knows. Decided I wasn't going to eat meat at this place. Service was lacking and slow. Waited almost 40 minutes for dessert. No refills. read more

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For all of the folks who slight this place, let's be real here, we aren't exactly talking big city glamor when we talk about Mena, AR. Ate there for dinner while visiting town for work. Immediate seating, lodge type atmosphere. Ordered the large NY Strip with fries and broccoli. Strip was done just to my liking and was a great cut. Fries were good, broccoli was as out of a frozen bag but thawed correctly before being throwin in a small side bowl. No thrills steakhouse that delivers quality. read more

I made a reservation ahead of time for the Saturday night prior to our arrival for the 2024 April 8th solar eclipse in Mena, AR. We were MORE than pleasantly surprised when we we'greeted by our hostess Jules and were directed to our table that was personally decorated just for us for the solar eclipse visit! . Our waiter was friendly and efficient and very attentive. Our food was great and cocktails were perfect. The atmosphere was perfect and the whole evening was made so special because of the personal touch that didn't cost them much but took them extra effort and time on their part! It was a perfect evening. read more

My friend took my mom and I there tonight very welcoming staff waitress and waiter friendly nice polite I definitely would eat there again didn't leave there hungry food was great I had the chicken fried steak bake potato loaded my mom had the patty melt hamburger with fries everything was great the service there was great to i loved inside reminds me of being in log cabin like i say i be back soon to dine out again read more

My wife and I both had the chicken fried steak. They were real meat and delicious, the sides were very tasty too. The service was great from the time we walked in the door until we left. Very nice decor and comfortable casual atmosphere. We'll go back the next time we come back to Mena. read more

Had bad service and the food came out at different times. Steak arrived then 10 mins later vegetables arrived. Water glass went empty but no one paying attention to top it off. Won't be back. read more

The Chopping Block is an excellent restaurant, and I make a point of visiting often. I'd put their steaks up against a lot of great steakhouses back home in Texas as well as across the country. The kitchen staff definitely know what they're doing. Apart from the steaks, we've tried many of the entrees on the menu, and they all are excellent. The waitstaff is professional and attentive as well. You can't go wrong when you decide to eat here. read more

Food was delicious! Misty our server was friendly and knowledgeable of menu. She was the right amount of attentive. Restaurant was clean and orderly. Will return when back in town. read more

We ordered a large variety of food. Crab legs, steak, salads, chicken Alfredo, chicken strips, etc. EVERYTHING was amazing. The mashed potatoes and gravy were phenomenal as well as the Alfredo. We are a pretty picky family so our order can sometimes be on the complicated side. Our waiter was new and did an excellent job. Everything was correct and came out in a timely manner. Prices were fair as well. We finished off with some of the Oreo pie and turtle pie and they were hands down the best dessert we've had. Cannot say enough good things about this beautiful restaurant! Highly recommend! read more

My husband was disappointed in his ribeye steak. It was tough, chewy and not cooked as requested. Did not want to send it back and wait for another. Figured it would be more of the same. I had chicken fried steak and it was good. read more

Getting to Mena is no joke, but I have family here and therefore, have been frequenting the Chopping Block for years. Not only are the accommodating, they have solid, fast service and reliable food. Mena is in a Dry County, but you can enjoy an alcoholic beverage at Chopping Block, which is another plus! In my most recent visits, I got to taste a variety of food. The salad is a great starter, good dressing and portion! The first entree I tried was the "jumbo" shrimp. There was absolutely nothing "jumbo" about them, but it was a large portion - two very full skewers. I didn't particularly care for the rice but the shrimp and broccoli were more than filling. At my next visit, I was urged to try the gumbo. Being Cajun myself, I'm a tough gumbo critic, and didn't have a good feeling about Arkansas being able to replicate it's neighbor's style of cooking. Instead of committing to a full bowl, I had a cup prior to my entree. It was good...soup. Tomato broth (the nerve!), maybe the same wild rice (?), and A for effort with the Okra. Not gumbo. Okay soup. They did however, surprise me with their Alfredo! I had a taste for pasta and ordered the Alfredo. It came with mushrooms and broccoli (my faves!). The sauce was just absolute perfection - and I make a mean alfredo! Overall - a great, cozy place to come to when in Mena. Much better than the chains. read more

There's not a rating low enough. Pork chops weren't pork chops. All the food was very bland.

Melt in your mouth sirloin and the sides were exceptional as well. A bit busy due to a large event going on this weekend but our waitress handled it in style. Will for sure be returning customers! read more

Premium price for awful quality. The ribeye was not marbled, it was half fat and gristle, beaten to a thin piece of meat. This is worse than Waffle House steak. read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Ribeye? Fat and gristle. - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

This place is really good! We are on a road trip from San Diego, CA. We spent couple days in Mena hiking and enjoying nature. For dinner we wanted something filling and good. First off the staff is really friendly and on top of their game. The food was amazing. I had an angus burger customized to the T. Mushroom, bacon, Swiss, chipotle mayo, no onions, and topped with SAUERKRAUTS!!! I also ordered my fries loaded and they were delicious. My husband ordered the French dip sandwich and home fries and he loved it too. Now for dessert we ordered the Turtle Cheesecake and split it. It was recommended by our server Britney! So so very good. Best of all. Their prices are very good! They have a large variety of just about everything! read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Bacon mushroom Swiss Angus 1/2 lb burger with chipotle mayo and sauerkrauts and a side of loaded home fries. - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

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Stopped here for dinner one night. Was pretty decent food. Liked the decor of the restaurant. Staff was nice. Would go again, but wasn't the best place we ate in Mena. read more

Chopping Block Steakhouse - Grilled shrimp & mashed potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Mena, Arkansas

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My family came two nights in a row and the food and service were amazing both nights. All servers were super attentive and polite. Ribeye steaks were tender, cooked perfectly and tasted good. We will definitely come back the next time we are in the area! read more

Do not recommend unless you have several hours to spend waiting for food...and then getting what you order right! Good food, if your order is prepared the way you ask for it! You also have to beg for condiments! read more

Food undercooked. Medium-well steak pouring blood. No flavor. Asked for plain mashed potatoes and they brought out mashed potatoes with gravy twice. When they finally got it right they were freezing cold, like they were put in the freezer. The mozzarella sticks were still cold in the center. Sent back and they refried the stick that was bitten into. Absolutely disgusting and disappointed. read more

Service was great, waiter who was very attentive Food was terrible, no flavor at all just blah Ordered Philly Cheese steak, cheese was not melted nor was the meat hot read more

Let's me start by saying that this restaurant USED to have amazing food. I just paid $67 (not including tip) for one of the crappiest meals I have ever eaten at a restaurant. I'm not one to demand a free meal so I paid the bill, but we will never be back again. The mashed potatoes and gravy tasted like bargain basement instant box crap. I can't even describe what was wrong with the ribs, they just tasted off, I'm praying my son didn't start throwing up shortly. The French fries were cooked just enough to not be cold, but not edible. The 5 alarm burger was a zero alarm and didn't come as ordered.I could go on, but you get the point. PS. The catfish was delicious and the waitress was a sweetheart. Two thumbs down. read more

We had a delicious steak and a chicken salad. Our waiter was friendly and efficient! We took a piece of coconut cream pie home for later. We'll be back! read more

It makes poop, but not worth coming back. Kitchen couldn't get it together, appetizers never showed up, sides we're missing, had to send the poor waitress back to the kitchen multiple times to get all the food we ordered. read more

Service was horrible, only seen waiter once, waiter never came back once to check on us to refill drinks or anything. Food was luke warm. read more

This restaurant is terrible. The service is the absolute worst and the food is not very good. My personal experience: our server spilled my beer all over our table and then, as he handed me napkins to clean up the mess myself, he asked if I wanted another beer. Of course I wanted a replacement for the beer that he just spilled but he had the nerve to try and charge me for the replacement as well. Being from Texas, maybe I'm just used to another level of friendliness, but these people were just plain rude. Won't ever go back there again. read more

Meh. Got the catfish and hush puppies lunch special. My side of broccoli was the best part. The hush puppies were almost black, tiny and rock hard. Very small portion of catfish with no flavor. My husband's patty melt was decent. The waitress was very sweet and accommodating. She replaced my catfish with a pulled pork sandwich. It was decent also. Gave us a free piece of pie for our troubles, which we appreciated. Looking at the reviews on Yelp we should have gone to another restaurant for our one meal out on vacation. Lesson learned. read more