Sunshine Store &amp; Cafe

That was one delicious mini shot of espresso! Vienna shot was spot on yum. Was tempted to order two…read moremore to make an actual drink. :) It reminded me of the Italian shots in Italy with sugar. It was just super smooth, not bitter and a nice sweetness. The guy is trying to do it all in the front himself so patience but worth that shot.

I ordered the grilled chicken, mushroom, cheese crepe, which was very disappointing. The crepe was…read morea thick, bread-like textured tortilla that I had to cut with a knife. It had a lot of mushrooms that tasted like they came straight out of a can, cheese, and only three very small strips of chicken. The chicken tasted like the grilled chicken strips you buy in the freezer aisle and it had no grill marks. I ordered through DoorDash and have yet to visit the establishment. After eating this so-called "crepe", I do not plan to get food from here. Having traveled all over the world, my taste buds are used to authentic delicious foods.

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Rise & Dine Cafe

3.9(48 reviews)

5.3 mi

Food is awesome. Service is best in town. The ambience is like everyone knows each other super cool.read more

My husband and I ate here while visiting Hot Springs. You can sit wherever you'd like, you don't…read moreneed to wait to be seated. Restaurant was clean. There were lots of other customers there, but it was still relatively quiet. We got menus and drinks right away and ordered food shortly after that. Food came out quick, maybe 10 minutes later. It was delicious! Large portions, and our bill only came to $20. If you're visiting Hot Springs, don't skip this breakfast place!

French toast!

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Debra's Southern Restaurant

4.4(54 reviews)

19.6 mi

Such a cute little place. The staff were amazing. The food was delicious. They have the best…read morehospitality that I've had in a long time. Everyone in our family loved the food. Would 100% recommend if you're in town. The views driving there are beautiful.

Good food quick service, average prices. Consistent quality. Its a hide away small diner.read more

Outside

Debra's Southern Restaurant - Steak fingers with white gravy, mashed potatoes, turnip greens, cornbread, pancakes, ham, eggs, biscuits, bacon, jalapeño hushpuppies

Steak fingers with white gravy, mashed potatoes, turnip greens, cornbread, pancakes, ham, eggs, biscuits, bacon, jalapeño hushpuppies

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Menu continued October 2025

The Pancake Shop

4.3(906 reviews)

10.8 mi

What can you say about this historic establishment that has not been said before…read more Love the atmosphere! Old school diner feel with amazing servers. It truly shows why this establishment has survived the better part of a century. Sausage (local) was good and hearty! Paired it with two perfectly cooked over easy eggs. The buttermilk pancake was perfection. Light and fluffy, soaked the butter and syrup up quite nicely! Definitely check out this breakfast spot if you are in town. I know I will be back!

I had mixed feelings about The Pancake House. We waited about an hour to be seated, which…read moreimmediately set the tone--and honestly, it wasn't worth that long of a wait. The food itself was a bit of a split decision. The ham steak was excellent--hands down the best I've ever had. The pancakes were good (and MASSIVE) although I ordered banana pancakes which were basically plain pancakes with ONE slice of banana on the top...pretty disappointing in that regard but they still tasted good. The bacon was really good. However, I was surprised and disappointed that they don't serve hash browns or any kind of potatoes at all, which feels like a big miss for a breakfast spot. The restaurant is extremely crowded, and the atmosphere just isn't my style. It's very diner‑ish, which some people may enjoy, but it's not for me. That said, our waitress was genuinely kind and very helpful, which was a pleasant change. Years ago, I had a bad experience here where we felt rushed out the door, and it left such a bad impression that I swore I'd never return. Service this time was much better, and I do give credit where it's due. Overall, while there were some standout items on the menu, the long wait, crowded space, and limited sides mean I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. Definitely not worth an hour wait in my opinion.

Dining space after the morning rush.

Jam, apple butter, fresh whipped butter, syrup

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Front of restaurant (hopefully, they'll be able to repair the neon sign; it's stunningly beautiful after daylight ends)

Kollective Coffee + Tea

4.3(450 reviews)

10.7 mi

Super cute coffee spot in downtown Hot Springs. We circled for parking for a while and parked a few…read moreblocks down but the long line to order told us it would be well worth the wait. The drinks were excellent. I had a hot chai latte and was surprised by how mild the sweetness was. I really enjoyed the flavor, and didn't feel like it was bogged down with syrup. I also ordered the build your own bagel, which unfortunately I don't have a picture of. The ordering process was a little bit daunting with lots of different options. I ended up choosing ham, cheese, and avocado. It came out hot and fresh and was the perfect quick brunch before we set off to check out the square.

I visited for the first time this morning, and had to come again in the afternoon because the…read moredrinks were just that good! Fun and friendly staff, fast service, and a TON of tea and coffee options. Former barista seal of approval

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Iced Latte

Mueller's Bistro & Bakery

4.5(127 reviews)

10.0 mi

We found this place on yelp. Excellent find! Highly recommend…read more Tiny place hidden in the corner of a shopping center so a little hard to find but worth it. We got lucky and missed the rush. Food was super yummy and bakery items were insane. We spent a lot of money taking stuff home. Highly recommend

Wonderful service and tasty food for breakfast and lunch. Don't forget your delicious bakery treats…read moreon your way out.

Chunky Chicken Salad Sandwich and tomato soup

French toast

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Hangover Burger on jalapeño bread

Cafe Mi Amor

4.4(88 reviews)

10.2 mi

Found a new restaurant that got great food. It's well hidden because their signage non-existent and…read moreeven with Google Maps, you won't be able to find it unless you really look. Food and drinks are excellent there. I might be returning there every weekend. Pretty soon, I will be waddling like a duck if I try everything there. LOL

Ordered a cafe con leche with heavy cream & a your mama's? I think it's called lol cinnamon roll…read more Both were heavenly! The cinnamon rolls they had an entire page in the menu dedicated to some sweet, swirly cinnamon goodness options but all of them were $11.11 so I chose the classic one for $5 & change. Don't think I've ever seen a cafe or restaurant where most of their prices are with either the same 3 or 4 digits lol Reason why it's not 5 stars is the stimuli in that place was way more than I can handle. I ended up having to take deep breaths in car & take time to regulate my nervous system before driving off. Everything echoed & seemed like the decibel of sound doubled. From the blender for smoothies to the emptying out the coffee grounds from espresso machine against the trash can to the ear piercing drag of the chairs from patrons. Not the most peaceful place to eat & I certainly couldn't comfortably hold a phone conversation. Wouldn't hesitate to return but a to-go order it would be!

Comfy seating in the juice bar next door

Open Sesame v $9.99 Cuban Bread, Fresh Avocado, Toasted Sesame Oil, Black Sesame Seeds, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, fresh Organic Greens

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S'mores Latte

Angels Bistro

4.2(26 reviews)

8.9 mi

One of the best breakfast I've had in a long time. Would definitely come back. Highly recommended!read more

Found this jewel of a place while visiting the area. You'd miss it if you weren't looking. It is…read moreworth looking for. There is something in the menu for everyone. The smoked salmon fratatta was plated so well, you'd think you were at a five star resort. The service was impeccable, and the coffee strong. You can't go wrong here.

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Cafe 1217

4.5(257 reviews)

11.2 mi

Food was wonderful. Big portions. Loved the salads. Key lime pie is a TRUE must. Loved the…read morecreme brulee too. Very casual friendly and terrific staff.

Cafe 1217 - A Fresh Break from the Road Trip Diet…read more What a relief to stumble into Cafe 1217 after days of heading southwest on a steady rotation of BBQ, grits, and beans. Delicious, yes... but the body eventually starts asking for a vegetable and a reset. The space itself matches that feeling. Simply decorated, with bright murals, clean lines, and a cheerful, easygoing vibe that feels light the moment you walk in. My husband gave me full ordering authority, which is always a bold move. I went straight into tapas mode because everything on the menu looked too good to choose just one. We ended up with a spread: chicken pot pie (which quickly abandoned any "small plate" intentions), field greens and baby spinach, a shrimp and crawfish cake, and one of each of Rosy's authentic hand-rolled tamales. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying without that heavy, road-trip food fatigue. The mint lemonade was refreshing and delicious, a little on the sweet side, but it worked. Service, while perfectly fine, could benefit from a warmer welcome and a bit more guidance, especially for first-timers trying to navigate such an inviting menu. A little extra friendliness up front would go a long way here. Our only real regret? Not saving room for dessert. They looked very tempting, and we'll be thinking about that missed opportunity. If you're on the road and craving something lighter without sacrificing flavor, this spot is a welcome pause.

Oriental Chicken Salad

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Patty's Down the Road

4.2(56 reviews)

2.6 mi

We ordered Thanksgiving meal and it was delicious, it saved so much time and stress in the kitchen…read more You do have to warm the items up when you get them home, but that is completely understandable. We appreciate you, Pattys, so much. Thank you!

Food was good and perfect portion size. Reasonable prices. Service was great. Ambiance was quiet…read more Very relaxing. From last time we were here huge improvement on service and especially the food. Great job you guys. My family, friends, and I will definitely come back.