This is the kind of breakfast you want on a cold morning before a long hike. The sausage and cheese omelet was cooked perfectly and the sausage was definitely homemade. The hash-browns were buttery and crispy. The biscuit may have been one of the best I've had. Gravy for the biscuit was solid. Our waitress was super efficient and very nice. There were some very neat pictures hanging on the walls of local history and the place itself looks like it used to be an old soda fountain. Loved it. read more

Ozark Cafe - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

This was an unexpected experience. We had an 8 day Arkansas trip that had an overnight stop very close. In a week- this is the only restaurant we ate at twice.... Outstanding both times. read more

Ozark Cafe - Good stuff! - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

Gem in Jasper. Good place to mix with locals and they enjoy visiting with you if you're in the mood. Food is stick to your ribs kind of comfort food. read more

At the moment this is literally the only place in Jasper to eat out, but even if it wasn't I would still recommend it! Everyone who works here is wonderfully sweet and welcoming. The dining areas are full of charm and local history. There are photos of years gone by everywhere and a poem about the restaurant is written around the top of the main room. The "Liar's Table" is a long table in the main room that local old timers frequent. The food is terrific! The salad bar is fresh and a good way to get some greens that aren't fried. From the menu we got the Excaliburger, a burger with grilled cheese sandwiches instead of the bun and a giant knife holding it all together. It was huge and delicious with their crispy fries. On other visits we got the teriyaki chicken, Swiss and mushroom chicken, grilled ham and cheese sandwich, and fried catfish. From the dessert menu we got the blackberry cobbler, fried cheesecake, cookie skillet with ice cream, and the banana and chocolate shake. All were wonderful. Sunday brunch is a big deal. They have a buffet that you can get where you can choose from tons of delicious options. They also have an old-fashioned soda fountain where you can put together your choice of soda with flavors and ice cream. In conclusion, if you're in the area, eat here! You won't regret it one bit! read more

Jumping on the delicious tasty bandwagon here. Great food in here . The prices vs quantity AND quality is fantastic! If you want breakfast make sure you're there before it's shut off (1030? I think). Just a reminder, make sure to tip the staff. They are working HARD for you all, make sure you treat them right and tip them well. They don't need to put up with garbage. Delicious food in a historic environment. Go enjoy! read more

Ozark Cafe - History here folks! TIP THE STAFF! - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

We had a GIANT cheesy Burger, YUM! All served in a fun old time atmosphere, by kind, thoughtful servers & topped off with one DELICIOUS blackberry cobbler! A must try is their shakes or malts... read more

Ozark Cafe - This "cheesy" burger is not for the faint?! 1/2 lb of cheese but delish! You have to try the blackberry cobbler! It was all GREAT! - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

I've eaten here several times and I've never been disappointed. Some of their menu items are truly unique, service is always good and the restaurant is always clean. Highly suggest stopping in if you're in the neighborhood it's a great place two satisfy your appetite while riding these wonderful motorcycle roads. read more

Ozark Cafe - Entrance - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

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Always wanted to try this place. Plate lunch of chicken fried steak and veggies was awesome. This place is history in one of the most beautiful places in Arkansas or anywhere else. Right off the Buffalo national river. read more

Stopped in for breakfast and was not disappointed. Our server was very busy but did an excellent job taking care of us. The atmosphere was very casual. The menu is in the form of a newspaper, paper towels on a roll and a bucket of individually wrapped utensils all on the table. Food was good, coffee kept coming... read more

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I regret ordering the chicken fried steak that was a breaded and fried burger. The burger wasn't even a good burger. If the menu had stated it would be a burger, not steak as advertised, I would not have ordered it. The fried okra and baked potato was cold. There was margarine, not butter for the potato. Extra star for being open on a Monday. read more

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Great local spot. We stopped on for lunch after hiking all morning. We both got burgers that we enjoyed and they offer curly fries, battered fries, or hand cut. I got hand cut and they were delicious. Generous portions and great service. read more

Been here a couple times for breakfast. Average food and the it took 45 plus minutes both times to get food. Service was ok, but nothing special. Will not be back. read more

We ate here twice 4 1/2 years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. We came back to the area and looked forward to coming back. We were disappointed to say the least. Service was spotty at best. I had the teriyaki chicken and it was clearly a frozen chicken breast that was overcooked. Teriyaki sauce was just put on after it was overcooked. The pineapple was okay. The baked potato was cold. On top of that it took forever. Apparently we should have complained as the people next to us had their food comped. Only good thing was the salad bar. We'd planned to eat there twice but we are rethinking that. read more

If you ride motorcycles, you've probably heard of the Ozark Cafe. Famous for the atmosphere (it's listed on the National Historic Places registry) and the burgers. I got sidetracked by the grilled cheese sandwich and was not disappointed. Regretfully, we didn't get milkshakes or pie, which is pretty much a fail on our part. Next time, I won't make that mistake. Highly recommend stopping here if you're passing through Jasper, which in itself is a cool little town. read more

Food was just ok. They were busy and forgot us but everyone there was really nice and did their best ti help us have a good experience. Wanted to love it but was ok read more

We were staying at an Airbnb nearby and this was the only restaurant within driving distance. After a long day of hiking, we stopped in. Honestly, after seeing so many Confederate flags everywhere we drove and seeing motorcycles parked outside the restaurant with Confederate flags on them, we were totally on edge and worried that we'd get harassed as people of color. We found the waitstaff very friendly though and the food was absolutely delicious. I ordered Ma's chicken fried chicken and it was the best fried chicken I've ever had... flavorful and not greasy with crazy good gravy. My partner got the chicken friend steak and loved it. We liked Ozark Cafe so much we came back the following day after hiking and ordered the exact same thing (this time there was a fresh salad bar and more vegetable side options). The waitstaff remembered us and we chatted with other customers during our short wait for our food. The customers were also more diverse this second time around. If you're ever visiting the Buffalo National River area, I highly recommend stopping by the quaint town of Jasper and eating at the Ozark Cafe. read more

Great food and service. Had a black bean burger with curly fries. Forgot how great curly were. Ice tea was perfect. Had great flavor of fresh brewed tea. Wait staff was attentive and helpful. Two people came in to order ice cream shakes to go while I was eating my burger. The shakes were gorgeous!!! Whipped cream topping was piled high and included a cherry on top. I'm gonna have to order one of those next visit. This was not my first visit to the Ozark Cafe and certainly won't be my last. Makes the drive over from Fayetteville worth it!! read more

Ozark Cafe - Veggie burger and curly fries. I added the mayo. - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

Good food, service, atmosphere. There was nothing not to enjoy. Just be sure that if you order the volcano burger you better absolutely love cheese. Loved all the history that came with this spot as well. You truly have to experience it all to appreciate it! read more

My husband and I were in Jasper March 15-17, 2024 enjoying all of the local hiking trails. We had heard about the Ozark Cafe and decide to give it a try. The inside is what you would expect for a small town local diner but the food was good with large portions. We both got the catfish plater and had leftovers to take back to the cabin with us. The thing about this restaurant that impressed me most was the employees! Everyone that we saw was constantly busy doing something! From the host/hostess, to the waitresses to the busboy! It really impressed me. We are from a bigger town and needless to say, the service is not always the best! We have plans to go back in the Fall and definitely go back! read more

Beautiful view!!!!!!!!!!! The food was delicious. I had the fried catfish plate. The green tomato relish was the best, they even sell it in their shop! Staff was welcoming and friendly! read more

In a little town just across the street from the court house on the square sits the Ozark Cafe; It's actually a pretty good size once you get in. It seems to be the most popular spot in Jasper because it's always busy, lots of motorcycles parked out front when we went. Probably enjoying the curvy roads and Ozark hills. There's actually a huge hill that sits right in front of the square I wish there was outside seating. Anyway the menu is very big, and can be a bit overwhelming. The prices were also a bit high I felt for the area, but they aré banking on tourism more than local business. I settled on the volcano burger because I saw it on Man vs Food. The burger doesn't come with a side and is $10!! Sure it's a good size, but I feel that's a bit steep. I don't think anything came with fries; everything seemed to be extra. The shakes and ice cream looked good, but we didn't try any all desserts were $5 or more, sides were around $2.50. All in all a bit expensive, and nothing "amazing." I think the locals stop in for desert more than dinner. read more

Ozark Cafe - Volcano Burger - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

We had a great lunch here! The waitress was very helpful and friendly. The food came out quickly and were large portions. The cafe is super cute and was open on a monday when most of the other eating options were closed. This is a very popular place to visit in Jasper so there can be large groups moving through. read more

Breakfast was great along with service. Came again for dinner and complete opposite. Worst waitress I have ever had anywhere and food was just ok. read more

We ate here twice in the same weekend because it was so good! I had the Rueben with homestyle fries both which were spectacular!!! Some of the best homestyle fries ever. We also got tenders tossed in buffalo sauce and I really liked the taste and thickness of the sauce. read more

Visited here while in Arkansas for a wedding. This place definitely seems like a popular local spot. Keep in mind, Jasper is a dry place so no booze! We visited for lunch and the food was great. Service was even better. Obviously no fancy dishes but they do a great job with the classics. read more

Ozark Cafe - BLT and Potato Salad - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

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We went for dinner (got 2 Mushroom Swiss Burgers and loaded fries. It was huge portions and wonderful. We did to go and it was super fast and easy. Also their cobbler was exceptional. Like woah. Before we left town the next day, we also got breakfast - pancakes (2 of the blueberries and one peanut butter) they were exquisite. The bacon, and sausage was good. And the pancakes were huge. Definitely go here or grab it to go. It is absolutely worth it for any meal. read more

Very quaint place with great food. Perfect place to stop for a bite on our day drive exploring Arkansas.

Recently spent 4 days in Jasper and ate here 3x's. Must eat at this historical restaurant. The staff is wonderful and everything I had was beyond delicious. Loved the charm of the building too. The chicken friend steak is a must try! read more

Super friendly service. Priced well and affordable. Food good. We tried many items from the dinner and breakfast menu. read more

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I enjoyed their signature Excaliburger and live music on a Saturday evening after a 9-hr ride. The breakfast was great as well. Highly recommend! read more

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Historic restaurant with always predictably good food. Highly recommend it if you're ever in the area of the Buffalo River.

Best place to eat in all of Arkansas! Huge portions and excellent for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is just wonderful. It's BYOB, or wine...just ask for a styrofoam cup. read more

Food here is fantastic on its own, but when you add in the great service it's over the top. We were in Jasper for a few days and tried many items, so breakfast lunch or dinner you'll be happy. Make sure you get yourself one of those great shakes! All I got pics of was the breaded pork tenderloin, but trust us it's all good. read more

Ozark Cafe - Breaded pork tenderloin - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

Went to Little Rock for work and took a nice scenic drive on my one day off. Ended up in Jasper, AR and went to the Ozark Cafe. Was very satisfied with the food and the hospitality. Ashley was the best!! read more

Ozark Cafe wins the award for the cheesiest burger ever. My husband and I stopped here while in Jasper and we both ordered the Volcano which doubles its weight with caramelized cheese. It was fresh and tasty and probably had a million calories. The fries (which cost extra) were sparse and greasy. Since fries don't come with the burgers, it means the burgers are pretty pricey for a small town diner. Service was average at best. We were not able to find a clean table at 5 pm on a Thursday so we had to ask the server to wipe one down, which visibly annoyed her. Overall, we left happy and I would recommend for a neat experience but the staff could definitely use some customer service coaching. read more

Ozark Cafe - The Volcano Burger - American Near Me - Jasper, Arkansas

Great food and great atmosphere. Cool Little cafe that's on National Register of Historic Places. Come hungry because it is a lot of food. Great breakfast spot. read more

A delicious and delightful gem around the square in downtown Jasper. Cute, cozy old-timely looking soda fountain with a fresh salad bar. Nice place for burgers, sandwiches and blue-plate specials and desserts. Extensive menu. Was in for dinner, but it looks like they have a lunch buffet? Has some nice old touches and art from the old Dogpatch USA days. Love chicken fried steak, so I asked the waitress if it was hand-made cube streak. She didn't know and went to find out. It was a frozen hamburger steak that was breaded and seasoned nicely. Looking forward to eating there again soon, maybe to enjoy that lunch bar. Staff was friendly and attentive. Charming for locals and tourists alike. read more

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This place is a staple for people traveling up and down Highway 7. Of course, most of those people are either wannabe hippies in their mom's Volvos or weekend bike riders out on their overpriced, under powered, Harley-Davidsons who like to pretend they are outlaw bikers. I was out on a beautiful afternoon on my Suzuki GSX-R to see a patient in Jasper when I realized I had arrived a little early for my appointment due to the unbridled power of my quality built motorcycle. It was around noon so I figured I would pop into the Ozark Cafe for a bite of lunch. I parked my bike out front of the building where it immediately made the half a dozen cruisers parked there look like they belonged in a Mad Max movie where everyone rides bikes that have been pieced together from whatever rusty bits of metal they found lying around. I walked into the cafe and approached the unattended podium with the sign telling me to wait to be seated. So, I waited. Finally a young lady with an amazingly bored expression on her face walked up and started mumbling to herself about available tables in this section or that section. All I could think was, "What about the three empty tables right behind you?" About that time another young lady with an equally bored expression on her face arrived and the first bored girl said, "Oh good, you do it" and proceeded to just walk away. I felt special. Bored girl number two told me to follow her and she proceeded to quickly lead me out of that dining section and into the adjoining room where there sat a few occupied tables and a lot of empty ones. She bypassed all of these tables and indicated that I was to sit in the farthest one that she could find. I didn't think I was dressed bad. After all, I was going to see a patient so I was dressed "business casual". I bathed that morning so I'm pretty sure I didn't stink. Maybe I just have one of those faces. Either way, there were, at least, two tables between me and the nearest diner. As I sat in my corner, I watched two gentlemen being led in by a woman who did not seem as bored as the first two that I had met. This woman showed the men to their seats, asked them what they would like to drink, went and got their drinks, and then took their food order. All of this happened while I sat alone without so much as a glance in my direction from a single member of the staff. Finally bored girl number two came to my table and asked me what I wanted to drink. I asked what drinks she had and she gestured towards some newspapers that were folded up and stuffed next to the napkin holder. "Those are the menus," she grunted. Gee thanks, God forbid that you just tell me your drink selections. I ordered a drink and off she went. She returned and asked if I knew what I wanted to eat. I quickly ordered and she marched off again. The highlight of the entire experience was the young man that brought me my food. He was pleasant as he chatted for a second or two and then asked if I needed anything before he left. Nice guy. About halfway through my Buffalo chicken sandwich, bored girl number two returned and asked if I was going to want dessert. How was to know, I hadn't even finished my meal. I told here that I doubted it so she laid my bill on the table and told me that she would be my cashier whenever I was ready. Just for the record, she never approached my table again until I put my credit card in the bill holder for her to see. It was a good thing that I didn't need a drink refill or the Heimlich Maneuver. Let's sum this up. The food was blah, the service sucked, and it was pricey for what you got. I said the young man that brought my food was the highlight of the experience, that may not have been totally honest. Bored girl number two wore a pair of jeans that were so tight that they may require a skin graft to remove. That made the view while she lead me through the cafe more than a little bearable. read more

Great down-home cooking in a great spot in downtown Jasper Arkansas. Service came with a smile even though I couldn't see through the mask! Our food was cooked quickly and we didn't have to wait long. I ordered the patty melt the side salad and was not disappointed. Definitely check out this nice hole in the wall place if you're in Jasper Arkansas read more

Rueben Sandwich was amazing. Shout out to all my Shmoos. Definitely recommend if you just got done camping/hiking.