Our group of four has eaten a LOT of good catfish in our 60+ years, and all agreed this is one of…read morethe best. Perfectly fried fish, the hush puppies are melt in your mouth delicious, and the service was fast, friendly and attentive. We are rarely in this part of the state but will definitely return if our travels bring us this way!

It is obvious when you first park. Then walking up the stone stairs I was 12 again and walking into…read moreFirst Baptist Disputanta, VA. I was curious and looked it up since our 14 July visit. Local business records from the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce still associate the "First Church, United Pentecostal Church International" name with the exact address. I happen to believe that once an earthly place has been sanctified and trusted to be holy, it remains so. Interestingly, the Ward family that runs the place feel the same way. I have had fancier meals, I have eaten my share and more of catfish. It has been a long time since a total experience of being better fed in body and soul. The food is very well prepared, ours came out quick, hot and plentiful. We both chose the "small un" meal, four full fillets, a bunch of sides, coleslaw, hush puppies, potato (I subbed in onion rings). We left some behind and still took home a piece of fish and some hush puppies. Aside from the food, the experience for me was deeper. There is a truth to being a "girl dad", they get in your heart in a way that nothing else can. While my child, Cheyeane left this world behind in 2013, from time to time since, I encounter her soul. This was the case with the delightful young crew on duty 14 July. One who said she was shy, radiated a bright charming warmth that perfectly mirrored Cheyeane's ability to bring forward a smile from the grumpiest of souls. And each of the four young women my wife and I engaged with brought youthful joy and energy. This building is indeed still a church even if the joyful noise of choirs past are now just the sounds of a busy kitchen and families enjoying each other. We had good meals, a better experience for a fair price. We didn't leave a tip, we made an offering. Bless this holy place and all who dwell.

Another trip to Batesville and another fun night out at The River!! I ordered a Half Rack of Ribs…read moreand they were well seasoned and fell off the bones good. I got baked beans and mac n cheese as my sides and they were both good. The mac n cheese was not hot but that is alright, as everything else was good! The service was great as we had one waitress for a large party and she did a phenomenal job.

Food was mediocre and the service was terrible. It took us over an hour to get our food and mine…read morewas cold. We were the only ones in there except for the bar and it took us that long?! Never going back!

I have eaten here many times and always found it to be…read more *clean *well-staffed with friendly people *reasonably priced *top-notch food (and catfish CAN be done wrong, but theirs is perfect) I'm certain I will eat there again many times before I die.

My first time here and it was wonderful. Everything I tried was great. Not sure exactly how the…read moremenu works on different days but I'm betting it's all good.

Exceptional food, we were staying at the Hampton Inn nearby and wanted some quick hibachi without…read morethe sit down experience portion. Order some takeout from here, ready within 10 minutes and it was sooo good. Definitely a spot to try again when we are back in Batesville.

Small restaurant, clean. Front counter Clerk was not welcoming but curt. Menu was simple and…read morereasonable. Not willing to make any substitutions like rice for noodles. Portions were large, vegetables well done. Shrimp and scallops were cooked correctly, not rubbery. Not a rice person but enjoyed theirs. Rice was gummy and flavorful. Overall pleased and would return.

Had been wanting to make the trip over to try them out. The spot was super charming with an outside…read moresitting area with fire pit, checkers, etc... and an screened in area where we sat. The guys working there are top notch and make some dang good food. Down to earth, and hospitable, and vets God Bless em!! Wound up being sold out of oysters...bummer, but I had the New Orleans BBQ Shrimp, wife had the fried chicken dinner, and a friend had the filet of fish sandwich. All were amazing!! Sides pinto beans, greens, and a side of their Andouille sausage mac & cheese were great as well!! Wife ordered the fried mushrooms and these were the biggest mushrooms I believe I have ever seen in my life short of portobellos, and the Remoulade sauce with them was excellent!! It's a little drive for us, but we will definitely be heading back sometime in the future to try and catch them with some oysters. Definitely recommend checking them out!!

Was eating my salsa and cheese dip mixture and pulled out a small rubber band. Did not enjoy that…read more I was at my house and not in the restaurant. The place needs to be more observant and careful.

We arrived at El Palenque in Ash Flat at 2:45 in the afternoon. Lunch specials are available until…read more3:00. Chips, salsa, and drinks arrived immediately. After about 5 minutes I placed our orders. I had a simple bean tostada. I ordered a lunch special for my husband: I asked for the lunch special with the chile relleno, chicken taco, beans, and guacamole salad. The waiter asked, "do you want rice?" I said, "do you get rice with that lunch special? He replied, "no." I said, "then, no, just what comes with the special." My dish was perfect. However, my husband received a plate with the relleno, BEEF taco, rice, and beans---no guacamole salad. I asked if rice was supposed to come with the order. The waiter replied, "yes." My husband mentioned that he ordered a chicken taco, but it didn't seem to register on the waiter. When the bill arrived my husbands plate was 11.00, instead of the lunch special---6.50. I pointed out to the waiter that I ordered the lunch special. He took it over to another worker who mulled it over go a bit, then came to the table, gave me the same bill and said next time order by number. Ok, I'm not gonna make a scene, BUT, THE ERROR WAS NOT MINE. If employees cannot understand English, ok, but let me know. I will order by number, and use my limited Spanish. I paid for the waiters mistake, and I don't like it. Won't be back for awhile.

Great service. Food is great and affordable. My family's go…read moreto place to eat in Newport.

Bought Baked potates one mixed one chicken a one taco salad say I have algalfa disease and can't…read moreeat red meat called because I didn't look at them before we left and live almost 30 miles called an they was rude as all get at terrible customer service I do not recommend

Food was hot. Generous portions…read more Friendly service in a clean place. Salsa and chips were quick to table.