Delicious food and an even friendlier service. They are also very prompt and I love that they have…read moredaily specials. The desserts are out of this world!

Saturday steak night 12 ounce juicy ribeye, salad, baked potato Texas toast, friendly staff. Go…read moregive them a try.

Window table reserved for Sunday brunch. Service was excellent, Angel was our waiter. Girls trip…read morefor my birthday & watching a Live Oaklawn Race from the Buglar balcony added to a wonderful experience/memory. Ambiance is wonderful!

We really wanted the brunch to be good. The first time we tried it, it was a random Sunday and we…read morewent kinda late for brunch. The place was empty and the food on the buffet was obviously old and very limited. Maybe 2 other tables in the whole place. We made a reservation for the day of the Kentucky Derby for 11:30am (brunch starts at 11). We had hoped it would be busier and the buffet would be better maintained. We went and there was only one other table in the whole place, and only 30mins after opening the buffet had plenty of food but it all tasted like it had been sitting for a couple hours. Very very subpar for a $45 per person buffet! It's obvious why it was so empty both times we went. Everyone else has discovered the buffet brunch is absolutely terrible, Waffle House would have been better. Unless they make major major changes, we won't be back.

I had another wonderful experience at Lost Creek Grill on Airport Rd. Our server (I didn't catch…read moreher name) was very polite and attentive without ever being overbearing, which made the evening feel relaxed and enjoyable. The food was delicious as always. My guest and I both ordered the 8oz sirloin--mine cooked medium and hers medium well--and they were both absolute perfection. The salads were cool, crisp, and fresh, a perfect start to the meal. And I have to say, the fried mushrooms were hands down the best I've ever had! Lost Creek Grill continues to deliver excellent food and service, and I'll definitely be back again soon.

I went with my wife, daughter and her partner and ordered the fried green tomatoes appetizer. It…read morewas 8 slices and we agreed that it was some of the best we'd ever had. Service was slow because they had several big tables and were extremely busy. I ordered the Wagyu chopped beef with a special sauce, new potatoes and corn on the cob. My wife and my daughter's partner both got the Wagyu burger and my daughter got the Wagyu beef tips with the same sauce as my chopped beef. The sauce was phenomenal! My sides were cooked perfectly. I would go back again and again if I returned to Hot Springs.

This is the place to have a beautiful dinner in Hot Springs! It is right near all the fun stuff on…read morea corner downtown, and it is simply divine. The ambience is just so elegant and romantic. The menu lights up as you open it and everything on it sounded delicious. The servers, Peter and Emily, were so fun and helpful! They brought out these heavenly yeast rolls basted in truffle butter...what??? I got the market fish special which was grouper, and my husband got the grilled pork chop. Come with an empty stomach if you get the pork chop. It is a very generous portion and is delicious! The grouper was perfection...crispy on the outside, light and flakey inside, sitting atop beautiful spring vegetables and a lovely light beurre blanc sauce. It was topped with edible flowers and micro greens. I regret that I did not take a photo (we were so hungry), but it was just divine. The chef came over to ask what we thought and we told him everything was amazing. The staff were absolutely lovely. We can't say enough good things. This is what a restaurant experience on vacation should be like. What a gem! Hopefully next time we visit we can try the dessert menu! We won't even get into how they make bread pudding out of those delicious rolls...

I wish I could give this restaurant more stars. Hands down the best dining experience I've had so…read morefar in my life. We happened to stumble upon this gem randomly during our trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas not expecting much but wow were we absolutely blown away. First, you walk into a dimly lit, intimate dining area and seated at a table with very comfy chairs and menus that light up for visibility. Next, your waiter is SO knowledgeable about every item on the menu. I had history lessons about the rice production in the area while learning about which dishes to choose. While waiting for your food, you are served an edgy orange-glazed dinner roll that is simultaneously intriguing and comfortingly familiar. A delicious twist on a classic. The head chef also came around serving an amuse-bouche of another experimental apple dish which was an explosion of flavor in my mouth. Food comes- oh my goodness I cannot explain how amazing the Chislic beef tips were. Every component of this dish was just so thoughtfully crafted and well-blended. Each bite was bursting with flavor and energy. My partner also loved the potato soup. Our mains were equally impressive- my fennel rice in particular knocked my socks off. I have never tasted rice so decadent and aromatic in my life. The salmon was of course great but certainly not the star of the show. Finally, the bread pudding at the end was the cherry on top of the culinary bliss we had just experienced. I would drive 10 hours back to Hot Springs just for this restaurant. So sad it has to be so far. Do not miss your opportunity to come here if you happen to be in town!!

So glad we don't miss this hidden gem. It's in the back of a bathhouse, Hotel Hale, on Bathhouse…read moreRow. We went for brunch (available Saturday and Sunday only.) It's a cozy dining room with a small bar (seats about 4.) Not a huge place so reservations are recommended. Staff were super friendly. I didn't feel out of place in my sweatshirt and jeans but will probably wear something other than a sweatshirt for dinner. It was super cold outside. When you walk into the bathhouse, you can't see the restaurant. Someone at the front desk takes you back to it. The gentleman that took us back was very welcoming. He walked us to our table and gave us information about the menu. If you walk into and no one is at the desk, it's because it takes a moment for them to walk guests back. Be patient. We both had the Vintage Breakfast and it was cooked perfectly. My husband had the Morningrita wish was really good. I had their Classic Bloody Mary. Their mix is made in-house and is great. Oh and they have a Mimosa Flight!!! It's a bottle of champagne and your choice of 3 different juices. We tried mango, pineapple, and strawberry kiwi. All were spectacular. We will definitely be going back to try their lunch and dinner menus.

I'm really confused why so many people rave about this place. It was grossly overpriced. Food…read morequality was poor and overcooked. For example, another restaurant, in Houston no less, offered a house made tortellini dish with TRUFFLES for $32. Maybe I should've considered my options a bit more but the reviews and recommendations set high expectations. The ambience / vibe felt poorly executed. Seems like they use the side room for storage. During our visit the door was left open, and it was obvious employees were going in and out to watch the basketball game. The one positive was the drinks.

It's been a couple years since we've been to Home Plate and the quality has slippled both in…read moreservice and food. This was a no credit card day, which is unfortunate but understandable. The waitress brought water and menus then disappeared. We had to go look for her to take our order. Another waitress finally showed up and was very unfriendly and short. The food, meatloaf, potatoes, broccoli arrived and was mediocre at best. Meatloaf was loaded with fillers and smothered in tasteless gravy. Less than quarter cup of potatoes smothered in gravy and broccoli was mostly stems and small pieces. Waitress never stopped by to check how things were. We used to rave about this place but sadly, no more. Finally, we had to go look for our waitress for the bill. No thank you, no come back soon, no appreciation for stopping by. Probably won't be back.

We have been going to Home Plate for years and have never had a problem until today. It was a big…read moreproblem for me. They are cash and check only right now so when we arrived and met my MIL at the booth I had $5 in my purse and I put it on the table while I was thinking about it because it was the only cash I had. MIL was paying for the bill. Our waitress (back of her shirt said Sofi) approached very nice at first, then noticed the $5 and asked if it was already there. I told her no, that I had just put it there. She looks at me funny and walks away. She goes over to the kitchen area (not far away) and yells that I STOLE her money. We then hear someone say something about checking cameras. PLEASE DO!! I hope you do check the camera! That way you can see my pull the $5 out of MY purse and put it on the table. Anyway, after that she was just really rude to us while being friendly to everyone else. She wouldn't even give us our check, she had the hostess do it, who was also rude and argued with MIL over change. Probably because of the stupid "scene" the waitress pulled. Just absolutely juvenile, immature, childish, petty behavior. I can put my money on the table any time I want while I'm dining, that does NOT give anyone the right to accuse someone of stealing OR of lying. My MIL tried to explain to her as well that it was MY $5 that I took out of MY purse and she just yelled OK in her face. This is such low quality behavior, but I left the $5 anyway, because i'm an honest and good person even though she didn't deserve a penny after how she treated us. Absolutely ridiculous.

Stayed at the lodge for a week and we ate at the restaurant many times, both in the dining area and…read moreto go back in our room. The dining area is clean and comfortable. The staff is very attentive and friendly. As for the food; Breakfast left much to be desired, we only ate breakfast once, as we were both pretty disappointed in the food. However, our other meals were very good! The nachos are great. The apple dessert was delicious, the bread pudding was mediocre. We had the chicken fried chicken twice and both times it was very good.

Decent food and service. Varied by the chef so each time it was a bit different which can be good…read moreor bad. Had a decent amount of choices on the menu and the prices were reasonable. Service was always good.

Another gem recommended by Yelp. I had the oriental chicken salad and it was exceptional. My…read morehusband had the teriyaki chicken panini with house made chips. Yummy. To finish it off we had a chocolate chunk cookie which was so butter tasting with lots of chocolate chunks. The dining room was cutely decorated and welcoming. The staff was plentiful and helped immediately. I would highly recommend Cafe 1217.

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.

Great atmosphere and great food!!! Staff was fast getting us seated and served…read more Never been to The Purple Cow, very enjoyable!

I thought this place was counter service, surprised when we walked in and it was waiter service. We…read morehad the knife burger and club sandwich- the club sandwich was way better and had boiled egg too which was a nice addition. Did get an upcharge for requesting fries with it, which we weren't expecting. A little expensive for the quality of food. Ordered the purple pie for dessert, I thought it was cheesecake but it was just rock solid ice cream - which was a little disappointing.

One star just for the ambiance. It was quiet and clean…read more We arrived around noon. After waiting for almost 2 hours for our food it was not worth the wait. My husband ordered the French Dip and onion rings. The meat tasted as if it was cooked a burnt grill. The au jus was not even edible. Tasted and smelled like burnt grease. The onion rings were super chewy. At the end he didn't eat it. I ordered the grilled chicken breast. It was a small maybe 3-4oz seasoned with just salt and pepper. It was cooked perfectly but I would've enjoyed it more if it had different seasonings. My 2 sides were crinkle fries that are just store bought and cucumber salad that had no flavor. It needed lime juice and salt. I didn't eat it all.

We love the Hot Springs and Ouachita Lake area. Atmosphere great! Service great!…read moreFish great!