Showed up about 35 minutes to closing(hate doing that), after riding all day on the motorcycle with 5 of my friends. One of the specials was a fried pork fritter, with a couple of sides. I inquired if it was hand made. The waitress was honest, and said it came from Swan foods. She then told us they hand make the chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak. When I asked which one was better? She mentioned the chicken fried steak was the pick. WOW! Probably the best chicken fried steak(a treat for me) that I've ever had. Homemade mashed potatoes, your choice of bread, and vegetable choice. Reda(spelled correctly) was a doll, and gave great service. I would definitely go back. read more

P J's Rainbow Cafe II - Country fried steak, gravy on the side, mashed potatoes, collard greens, and garlic toast. - Cafes Near Me - Mountain View, Arkansas

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Food was great, service was attentive and the atmosphere is comfortable. Don't forget about dessert!

Excellent! The food was great and there was plenty! Good variety. Clean and cozy. Good location. Easy parking. Service was better than the food! Reda was awesome! Just be sure to bring cash. No cards accepted. Highly recommend! read more

They were nervous when we arrived and relieved when we left. We came in kindly, queer, respectful, just looking for water and a moment to rest. A few of us are visibly androgynous, and maybe that made some folks uncomfortable. We get it, not everyone here is used to seeing people like us. But the shift in energy was unmistakable. Cold stares, tension, and verbal comments made it clear we weren't welcome. We tried to leave a generous tip and were met with hostility. We couldn't even finish our water before deciding to leave. Maybe it's not always like this. But for LGBTQ+ folks, especially those who are visibly gender nonconforming, this place might not feel safe or accepting. read more

Went for lunch, got seated right away, I had the turkey&ham club on sourdough bread , it was the best I've had, service was decent , chocolate pie was good , old timey diner was nice, they do charge 3.50 for drinks. I took 1 star away for over priced drinks read more

Great breakfast, great specials, server was quick. Good atmosphere. Wouldn't mind a few more options on the special.

I've only eaten there once but want to go back to try their famous pies! In my experience, the service was fast and friendly, the place is a little cramped but it's comfortable, and tables turn over pretty quickly. The food was well seasoned and all of us were happy with our meals. I was told beforehand they only take cash, I'm not sure if that's still the case. read more

We love Mountain View and are return visitors, for over 17 years. We stay at a bed and breakfast, but always look forward to our meal(s) at the Rainbow. Their hometown feel and home cooking are good, and the pies fabulous and homemade. Our server, Donna was very sweet and attentive. But the owner! Robbie, just who do you think you are, denying a customer mayo on an open faced hot roast beef sandwich? Did you take this as a criticism of your cooking skills? Because it was not. It's called the customer's request. Ever heard of that? Rude and arrogant, sir. Chill. But no, you did not ruin our day. We're enjoying the Courthouse concert now. PS - the stars belong to Donna. All of them. read more

WONDERFUL!!!! This is a local "hole in the wall" but in a good way. Very clean and the staff was all so friendly.. And the food was phenomenal.. my daughter said her food was the best she had had on our whole trip! Everything was homemade. read more

Service was terrible! If I could give 0 stars I would! My dad was there today having some dinner, he decided to get some ozark pie with some ice cream. When he received it, it was cold and he kindly asked his waitress if she could heat up the pie for him and when it was brought back it wasn't even heated correctly but he didn't say anything and simply ate it. Later on after he finished eating the slice the owner rudely came up to him and snatched the check and asked him to leave and to not come back. I was appalled to hear that he was spoken to so rudely! Even another guest at the nearby table was confused to hear the way the owner spoke to my dad. She even made a comment about how he wasn't even being rude to the waitress and asked nicely. read more

Most of the food is homemade and always very good! The prices are reasonable and the portions are great.

The wait time was good it didn't take long to get our drinks and food. It felt comfortable to sit down and it had a feeling of nostalgia. I ordered the chocolate chip waffles. The waffles itself wasn't to soft or to crunchy it was right in the middle. The peanut butter was salty paired with the sweetness of the chocolate chips if was perfect. 5/5 stars would eat here again and I recommend people eat here. read more

PJ's is your classic small town diner setup. We came in shortly before the end of pancake/French toast period (11am I think?) and were able to still order a sumptous breakfast feast. The French toast was decent and the breakfast plates were good. I wanna try more stuff on the menu, though. I'm subtracting a star for their use of fake butter (hydrogenated soybean oil from Sysco), for it is a desecration and an abomination unto the culinary realm and should be cast out. I can tolerate fake maple syrup because no one uses real maple syrup, but fake butter, come on, people. Anyway, make sure to stop in your next time in Mountain View, this is the spot. Cash only, so make sure to bring them bucks! read more

I was recommended to this restaurant and it was very good! Service was great with friendly staff and love the decor. Breakfast with biscuits and gravy is the best! I've tried other dishes and have never been disappointed. read more

It is the best menu in Stone county everything is delicious I'll drive the hour drive back and forth from Marcella except during snow just knowing I'll get some coconut pie at the end and all the girls are just as sweet! read more

This is another time when separate ratings for food and service would come handy. Nice local place. We fully enjoy the atmosphere, very friendly service, and the conversation with the locals - truly nice people My hamburger was good, maybe above average and my husband enjoyed his goulash. We both thought that the cheesecake pie was delicious. Not too sweet, rich crust, it was light like mousse. Only checks or cash, we were prepared read more

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Amazing food the service is awesome there is not much background noises always has the best for you would recommend 100%!!!!

My daughter, wife, and I came here to eat a few weeks ago. Food was great (both did chicken fried chicken). The pie seems popular and was very delicious. The only reason I dropped a star was because a table nearby got up and left because they waited a long time without being waited on. I didn't realize until they mentioned it to the waitress as they left. It was clearly an honest mistake and the waitress was sincerely apologetic. I will gladly eat here again in a heartbeat! Do recommend!! read more

This is a have to stop any time we're up this way. The most fantastic chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and white gravy over both. Side dish of Jimmy Carrots and your choice of cornbread, Texas toast or garlic bread. Wait staff is always friendly and attentive. read more

Great small town cafe with wonderful service and food. Ate breakfast here twice during our trip. Had the corned beef hash and eggs the trip, and the second trip got the biscuits and gravy. The B&G were some of the best I've ever had, and were huge! I'm a big eater, and couldn't finish my full order and side of home fries. Just bring cash, as they don't take cards. read more

A quaint and friendly downtown cafe with wonderful comfort food! Chicken fried steak is what they are known for, that's what I had - delish! Be sure to top your meal with variety of berry cheese cakes with crumbly crust!! read more

If they had a bigger dining room, I would've cheated and given them 6 stars!! . Park on the street and wait for a table; the food is worth the wait! My Catfish Sandwich was stupendous - yet cheap! My wife loved her chicken sandwich and fries, but the best was yet to come! Wait for it... ... BISCUITS WITH CHOCOLATE GRAVY! SO GOOD!!!! We enjoyed these for an appetizer, but they would be even better for dessert! Not on the menu; just ask your waittress for this treasure - you WILL thank me! (Better than crack-cocaine!) Eat here - get Biscuits & Chocolate Gravy - worry about the addiction later! read more

The food here is very good. The atmosphere is ok but the booths are crowded and most are pretty torn up. My biggest gripe is the fact that they do not accept any credit cards at all. Cash or check only. That is a problem for me in today's world. Many people don't carry much cash anymore and for a business like this to not accept cards is just silly. That fact causes me to avoid this place quite often. It also caused me to withhold a couple of stars on this review. read more

1st time in Mountain View and this was big on the list. It was ok but nothing to make me wanna go back. Live out west now and saved the Chicken Fried Steak I had been craving for here. Ehhh. Not bad. Just not good either. Wife's chicken fried chicken was the same. Had better. Can't remember worse. Had high hopes. Moving on. read more

Well its a small town, mainstream diner in north central Arkansas. We ate here with another couple for dinner and I thinking I know this place & went for one of the daily specials. It was ok and not terrible. My fellow diners all agreed it was not terrible but also not especially great either. (the salad for example was a few pieces of ice berg lettuce and two slices of a tasteless tomato) The server was very forgetful but very pleasant about it all. I thought leaving the place breakfast is the way to go there or perhaps the burgers and fries. The bar for food must be pretty low in this town, my fellow Yelpers seem to love the place. read more

Got to have like much here and it was wonderful!! Great service as well. If you leave here without eating a pie then you missed out and will regret it! read more

Had lunch here, food was delicious. It is cash or check only. The atmosphere is old school. Pricing is good for food. Will be back.

A local favorite, PJ's Rainbow Cafe serves up some of the best home style cuisine combined with Southern hospitality. The chicken fried steak is reminiscent of grandma's as it is hand breaded and it is light and crispy. Their white cream gravy is delicious and you can get it on your mashed potatoes and chicken fried steak or on the side if you prefer. With the entrees, you get your choice of two sides from their extended list of side items. All their sides are cooked fresh, not canned like a lot of restaurants. You also get your choice of bread such as a roll, cornbread, toast, or garlic bread. Their desserts are so good, they go fast as it is first come, first served. Pj's Rainbow Cafe is definitely a good choice you won't want to miss when you are in Mountain View. read more

P J's Rainbow Cafe II - Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, cream gravy, green beans, and garlic bread - Cafes Near Me - Mountain View, Arkansas

Stopped in for lunch after being told by many not to miss! Atmosphere is a little sad, needs renovation, carpet appeared dirty and booths very close. Friendly staff. Food was disappointing. The vegetables were not fresh ( from cans) as were the refried beans. The o'brian potatoes were dry, obviously made in advance and warmed up. Not good at all. The fish was very good, crispy and not greasy. Liver and onions were good, well prepared. But the Mexican food, well go elsewhere. We did not try desserts, they looked good and every one was ordering. Selectively they have some good food but not all home cooking! read more

If the food is half a good as Katlyn the waitress's service I'll be driving 2-hrs every weekend for breakfast. Suffice to say the food is superlative. The 4th restaurant in the country that cN make eggs correctly the first time- Kudos to Steve and Robert. The chicken fried steak and strawberry waffles are incredible!!! read more

P J's Rainbow Cafe II - Cafes Near Me - Mountain View, Arkansas

Just had their omelette and my girls had the biscuit and gravy all the food tasted like my grandmas cooking we always come here when in mt view I wish this place was in my hometown of searcy read more

We have visited this place more than once on our way back from camping on the Buffalo River. Folks are always nice, and it has the feel of a local restaurant. Biscuits are really good and the omelettes are too. I had fried grits on the side, having never tried them. They were a bit greasy for my taste. I will stick with traditional next time. No pancakes after 11, but breakfast all day. Main Street has several neat shops to visit after breakfast. read more

If you are looking for authentic Mt View experience, look no further than PJ's Rainbow Cafe on Main Street. Be ready for an Elvis decor experience, a cookie Jar Mecca and good home cooking. Dishes are big. You won't leave hungry. They offer specials each night, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Breakfast served all day too. Love this place. read more

It was amazing!!!! Country dining at its best! The pie was to die for! We both had chicken fried chicken!!!!!

Good home cooking. We went there twice during our stay. Good home style hamburger. Good chicken-fried steak. Yummy chocolate meringue pie. Friendly service. Cash or checks only. read more

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Stopped in here for supper and had the chicken fried steak. It could very well have been the absolute best I have ever had. The owner came to check how I liked it. Everyone raves about this restaurant and for good reason read more

Food was ok, service was good. Waitress was very nice and on her toes without hovering over us. I wish they'd take debit or credit.

Had lunch and dinner here and both were affordable and Amzing. Great waitresses and food. Highly recommend read more

P J's Rainbow Cafe II - Breakfast omelet - Cafes Near Me - Mountain View, Arkansas

Such a great spot with awesome everything! I got sandwich which was awesome and others at the table got chicken fried chicken that was legit read more

P J's Rainbow Cafe II - Cafes Near Me - Mountain View, Arkansas

Great breakfast, we eat here every time we are in Mountain View. Great atmosphere and great food and service.