The food taste home made, the staff was very nice and friendly. I missed the Mac and cheese on this trip to Pine Bluff. I will have to adjust my vacation to be there on a Friday. I recommend this restaurant. read more

Went there today, Tuesday July 29, 2025 about 12:15 pm. When I drove up I noticed the lack of vehicles in the parking lot. I remember having a parking lot full of cars. I go in and there are very few people. I ate lunch and it was very good. The service was very good. Then I went to pay. $16.71 for lunch. This was a very expensive lunch. That explains the lack of vehicles. While the food was very tasty, it was expensive for what I had. By the way, I drink water. The ambiance is the same as it has been for years. read more

Grider Field Restaurant - Airplane out on tarmac. - Soul Food Near Me - Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Excellent food, friendly service! I had the best lunch at Grider Field. The liver and cornbread were fantastic! Everything else was excellent too. Ended the lunch with bread pudding. read more

Grider Field Restaurant - Smothered Liver (Thursday's ONLY), Mash Potatoes MON-THUR, YAMS (everyday), Chicken Spaghetti, Cornbread. - Soul Food Near Me - Pine Bluff, Arkansas

This place is awesome! Best home cooking ever. Clean and service is great. Fried chicken, black eyed peas, cabbage and hot water cornbread were fantastic. Great selection of vegetables and meats at the food bar where you are served. read more

11:30 am, 2 people, was assigned table 1, located in the drink/kitchen area. Asked for another table, was told that was only table available for 2 people, 4 other tables were empty. The quest I brought was in disbelief as to where the seats were. Will not be back, drove back to town for lunch. So sad Update- I wasn't aware that reservations for tables were available. Also table #1 should be removed. Who wants to eat with employees bumping into you trying to get soft drinks. You need to consider a larger restaurant or expanding where you are. read more

Found this place on Yelp. Being as thoughtful as possible, I can't in good conscience go back for another meal. More power to them though.

Ended up here kind of randomly while passing through Pine Bluff and it is the best soul food I've ever had! The fried chicken and the bread pudding are superb. All of the sides I tried were excellent as well (cabbage, green beans, mashed potatoes) and the cornbread was perfect. I would drive two hours to come back without hesitation! All of the staff is also super friendly and welcoming. And being able to see airplanes out the window is a cool bonus. read more

Grider Field Restaurant - It's right on the airstrip - Soul Food Near Me - Pine Bluff, Arkansas

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Excellent food. The service is excellent as well. Every time I visit Grider Field Restaurant whether I get take out or dine in. The food is fresh and delicious. The portions are perfect. My favorite is the cornbread. On a scale of 1-10 I score Grider Field Restaurant a 10! read more

I would never expect one of the best restaurants in Pine Bluff to be located at the airport. However, Grider Field is TOP NOTCH delicious. Probably one of the best soul/southern food places I've ever eaten. I got the baked chicken, which was absolutely mouth watering. Perfectly seasoned - undoubtedly the best chicken of my life. My husband got the fried chicken, which he loved! And he knows his chicken, so this is a massive compliment. For sides, we got: Yams - wonderfully flavored with warm, cinnamon-y goodness. Reminds you of Thanksgiving! Green Beans - southern seasoned all the way! Cabbage - I've never had cabbage on it's own, but it was soooo freaking good! Mashed Potatoes - you can't go wrong with mashed potatoes ever in my book, but I've had some least favorite versions. This one, topped with deliciously savory gravy, was just wonderful. I will absolutely go back to Grider Field the next time we're in Pine Bluff. It was spectacular! You forget you are eating at an airport after the first bite. YUM. read more

Good food, service, and wholesome atmosphere. The prices were responsible.Can't wait to dine again .

My first time eating here and I was seated literally in the kitchen I was shocked when I saw the seating arrangements smh

Good food! Although when I order on-line, I often have items missing! But, overall, the food is good!

Great small business but not a lot of choices. Excellent meals, service but ambiance is lacking.

This is a hidden jewel located at the Grider Field Airport in Pine Bluff, Arkansas Mrs. Birdye her children, and her family. The food is may I please have seconds. You must get there when the restaurant opens up and before 2: 00 p.m. they run out of food often and I recommend you can do a call in order once you get your menu choices. read more

Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, yams, corn bread muffins, lemonade, and chocolate cake. Every bite was better than the next! Super friendly staff as well. Will come back! read more

The plusses: Now open for dine in seating. The food remains good. The minuses: The ordering system is a study in chaos. I reached my limit yesterday. I phoned in a pickup order at 11:00 am. I arrived and paid at 11:08 per the credit card slip. Others who ordered after I did received their pickup orders. Others arrived after I did, placed their orders, received and ate their food and left. I was told my order would be out in 5 minutes. 20 minutes later, at 11:40, I requested a refund which was provided. I may be back, but not soon. read more

This is the place to fly to for that excuse to get in your plane. Great down home food. Get there early, because the line gets long. I agree the fried chicken, mac and cheese and don't miss the pies. read more

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No no no! I don't care how good the food is you need to work on your customer service asap or you will see this place go down the drain. I stood in line and watched people walk out. The way they take your order is lazy and chaotic. Whether you are eating in, ordered ahead, or waiting to place an order....you stand in the same line. People waiting 30 min for orders cooked over an hour ago. The guy taking orders thinks it's funny but it's not. It's been twenty min in and there have been no one seated, no one eating and no orders have been given. They need a whole new system because this is ridiculous!!! After 20 min of standing he says if you dining in go ahead. Omg!!! read more

This is the best restaurant in Pine Bluff, Arkansas! The restaurant is located in the airport. The cafeteria style homemade soul food is served to you! The menu changes changes daily! The restaurant also serves up a few menu items made to order. There are also some ready made desserts available. The restaurant is only open 11 to 2pm M - F ! I came on a Wednesday around 1pm. The restaurant wasn't too crowded. I had the meatloaf, mashed potatoes n gravy, cabbage, and yams. The meal came with a corn muffin. Drinks are extra. My meal was 13 bucks and change ! All the food was fantastic ! I especially liked the meatloaf. The meat was seasoned well and appeared to be a blend of beef and pork. The sides were all good! I loved the cabbage! The corn muffin was moist and delicious! The service here is great too! I topped my meal off with a piece of pecan pie and sweet tea! Pecan pie was another 3 bucks and change ! Worth it ! read more

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Gotta give 5 Stars here as local folks make everything and apparently customers get here from some distance. Handmade here. Menu variations daily. I'm doing a German Choc Cake now waiting for requested other. So you can menu order or buffet type. A treasure for this airport and local area. read more

Truly some of the best soul food I've ever had. We we're on the interstate looking for food between Hot Springs AR and NOLA and just so happened to read a review about this place that made it sounds worth checking out. It's way off the beaten path inside a regional airport lobby, but even on a cold rainy day in the middle of nowhere, this place was packed! The baked chicken was delicious, as were the green beans and the mashed potatoes, though the pork chop my boyfriend ordered was a bit on the dry side. It's a cafeteria-style meat and-three with different specials each day. I'm so happy we stopped here, and I want to go back to try all the specials someday! read more

The food is very good and the people make sure you are taken care of. Portions are adequate and EVERYTHING has a taste nothing is bland.

Great home southern cooking, overlooking the Pine Bluff Airport landing strip. Its a meat and 3 veggies kinda place. Nice older ladies doing the cooking. Its like sitting at your grandma's for sunday dinner. LUNCH ONLY read more

Best soul food in town!!! Very clean and nice staff but please make time, long line!!!

Descent food. Descent portions. Desserts available. Something different for around here but expect to spend a pretty penny.

Just had them for lunch. I had the Chicken & Dumplings, green beans and a cornbread muffin. Everything was perfect as if my own Grandma made it. Definately a must have if you are in the area. read more

This place is located in the airport and it is fantastic. If you go to eat here make sure you show up early because there is always a line. If they had a larger building they could pack it out. This is a testament to the great food. read more

I have been eating at this restaurant for at least 10 years. I first heard about it when Pamela Smith featured it on Channel 7 News. This is a wonderful place to eat and the food is absolutely delicious. I ate there last week and try to go at least once a week. The cornbread muffins, cabbage, and turkey wings are my favorite. If nothing happens, I plan to take my mom's best friend there this Friday. I always get there before the doors open because the space is limited. I personally think the prices are very reasonable. Ladies and gentlemen, I take my hats off to you for a job well done and I appreciate your hard work. It is worth the drive from Monticello to Pine Bluff, and I always tell people about your food. I wish you continued success. Oh, I hope you have some of that bread pudding on the menu this Friday. It was wonderful!!!!!!! read more

Likely the most improbable locations to find food this tasty anywhere, much less out at the local airport! Lunch only. Don't miss it. read more

Best Soul Food and home cooking in southeast Arkansas. But you better get their early if you want to get a seat. It's small and normally crowded. read more

Not fancy at all, just the best true sole food. Nothing fancy but delicious. Typically 2 to 3 choices total but just great. I have never had collard greens but have both times I have eaten here and they are great. If you are in Pine Bluff, you have to go. read more

What a great find! Located at the airfield, these folks have a wonderful southern menu that changes day by day. Nothing fancy, but a great meal! I'll be back for more! read more

Had a made-to-order "cheeburger" and onion rings, which were excellent. Restaurant also has a buffet that most patrons raved about. Con: Open Mon-Fri during lunch. But definitely can't wait to go back. read more

Although the restaurant is located on the outskirts of Pine Bluff, the long drive is worth. The soul food tastes like it was cooked by my deceased Grandmother. They have the most delicious fried chicken, mashed potatoes, meatloaf, and yams. The staff is very friendly and everyone from Pine Bluff congregates there for lunch. The restaurant truly has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. read more

I eat at Grider's quite often. The food is wonderful and the atmosphere is great. I am usually there before the doors open because seating is limited. The portions are generous and the price is reasonable. If you haven't tried the cabbage, peas, or yams you are missing a treat. The cornbread muffins are to die for. Wonderful food. read more