This place is such a unique little slice of rural Arkansas charm. It's tucked inside an old grocery…read morestore that now functions as part convenience store, part restaurant, and even part gas station with above-ground fuel tanks offering both regular and diesel. Need breakfast, snacks, gas, or fuel for your mower or camper? Apparently this is your stop. We visited while in town from Florida seeing family, and two locals in our group specifically recommended it. Even they commented that service was unusually slow that morning and apologized on behalf of the restaurant because apparently this wasn't the norm. It took about 10 minutes for someone to greet us and take drink orders, and probably another 30 minutes for food to arrive. Thankfully, the staff was very friendly throughout the experience. The food itself was delicious. The pancakes were massive -- literally the size of an adult's head -- fluffy, sweet, buttery, and almost tasted lightly fried around the edges in the best possible way with that little bit of crisp texture. Eggs were cooked perfectly, and I appreciated that the bacon was clearly made to each person's preference since some in our group ordered extra crispy while others preferred traditional-style bacon. Not a fancy place by any means, but definitely one of those local spots that feels woven into the community.

New menu just came out! Prices went up a little on most items but they are still competitive!read more

While visiting family in Arkansas from Florida, we stopped into Hawkins Variety Store and…read morehonestly...this place was just FUN. My absolute favorite thing in the store was the selection of hats -- especially the hilarious animal hats with ears that pop up and down when you squeeze the dangling paws. They were adorable little girls hats. I was thankful for my great-nephews because if I had great-nieces, we would have spent way more money in this store than intended LOL. Beyond the hats, they had a little bit of everything: old-school candy, toys, snacks, sandwiches, souvenirs, and Blue Bell Ice Cream. It definitely has that classic small-town variety store feel that's becoming harder and harder to find. One of our Arkansas family members treated us to ice cream, and mine was delicious. I went with strawberry in a waffle cone while my daughter chose cherry vanilla. One thing I found both funny and interesting -- all the cone options were the same price. The larger waffle cone cost the same as the smaller sugar cone, which means...obviously go big if you can because you can fit way more ice cream in it for the same cost. Cute little stop with personality, nostalgia, and some genuinely unique finds.

Had a delicious fresh sandwich. Chicken chunk salad with grapes and fresh chopped celery on toasted…read morewheat berry bread. Very friendly owner and staff Excellent sweets. A most visit on the downtown square.

Such a neat building! Our server was so wonderful--he was attentive and so pleasant. I had a…read moremushroom Swiss burger and my husband had the Combo by Combo. Both were very good. The pancakes looked great--so fluffy!

We walked inside for the first time and it was just what a country diner should look like…read more Beautiful wood tables. Waitress sat us quickly and delivered our drinks. She gave us her recommendations but we both were hungry for a hamburger. It was great. Fries and okra were too. Restaurant was clean. Bathroom was clean. They had extra fans blowing everywhere, so it was nice and cool. Plenty of parking. Place is alittle off the beaten path but with the extra time for a nice relaxing lunch! And support locals!

Cute wooden cabin feel, great temperature, kind people, delicious food! Great for a nice breakfast…read moreor lunch especially to avoid doing your own dishes. Our group of 8 had a great time here!!! 10 out of 10 recommended.

Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I like the ribs and okra…read more Fried pies slap. Staff is very friendly.

While visiting family in Arkansas from Florida, our group of ladies stopped in looking for a cozy…read moreplace to sit, sip coffee, and catch up for a bit. This definitely checked the box for atmosphere. The space is cute and welcoming with a mix of tables for working, couches for relaxing, and little boutique-style shopping areas along the walls with clothing, gifts, jewelry, books, and more. It was quiet during our visit aside from one family with small children, which made it a nice spot to sit and chat. I ordered an iced caramel latte, my daughter got a soda (served in the can with a cup of ice), and pricing felt comparable to Starbucks or Dunkin -- which I don't mind at all when supporting a local business. Unfortunately, the biggest downside was noticing flies inside the covered container with the beignets/donut holes. I understand bugs happen, especially in smaller towns and warmer weather, but it immediately turned us off from ordering any snacks or food items. The latte itself was just OK, nothing especially memorable. That said, I would still come back if I needed a comfortable place to sit and work, read, or visit with friends. The atmosphere was honestly the highlight for me.

Good iced Carmel Vanilla Latte. Nice little shop to have a sandwich too. Dessert morsels were a…read moresmidge expensive for their size.

Great service with an old feel vibe that is lacking in the big chain restaurants. The portions are…read moremassive which is always a plus and the French toast was by far the best I have ever had. I also never knew a simple slice of white bread could taste so amazing. This place will definitely on my radar when I am in town and needing a good homely/hardy breakfast

Simple. Classic. A piece of Hot Springs History. Delicious, HOT pancakes. Fast service. Ice cold…read morewater already on the table when you're seated. Warm syrup. Easy to spread whipped butter. I had the blueberry pancakes. T had the plain pancakes. So good. If you're in Hot Springs you have to stop by in the morning to eat. Get there early if you don't want to wait too long, because this is a very popular spot.

A pretty standard American diner. It had a decent amount of seating in a seat-yourself style…read more Service was decent. Food was alright. Serving sizes were fairly big.

Johnny B's is such a gem in Texarkana! Located right on State Line Avenue, it's close enough to…read morewalk to the famous Texas/Arkansas border sign, which makes it a fun stop for both locals and visitors. The restaurant has that classic, welcoming, locally owned feel--clean environment, friendly staff who greet you with a smile, and service that's always quick and attentive. Portions are generous (come hungry!) and the menu is full of traditional comfort food done right. Everything I've tried has been fresh, flavorful, and priced fairly. If you're looking for a casual spot with delicious food and warm hospitality, Johnny B's is exactly the kind of place that keeps you coming back.

We made a motorcycle trip Nov 7th&8th and stayed in Mena. We had friends with us. They had never…read moreeaten here so we suggested it. Of course we knew there would be no disappointments. Breakfast was perfect! I love their biscuits & gravy. My wife loved the blueberry pancakes. We had a terrific waitress! I love this Cafe! It's everything I want in a breakfast spot. Do not miss out! Don't go grab fast food. For almost the same cost you can have a real meal, and service! We love the Skyline Cafe!

I've been coming here ever since the 90s and it's still a staple every time I come home to visit…read more I've never had a bad breakfast here and the folks are as nice as can be.

We were on a family vacation from North Dakota Louisiana. It was just before 5 AM and we so…read moreexhausted and we pull up next to this donut. I saw the donut shop would be open in a few moments, so we waited. Oh my, the donuts were light and airy, it had the best flavor. The kolaches were amazing as well. They have regular and jalapeño. I suggest jalapeño but both were legit. The service was quick and kind. We will definitely be stopping by again when we road trip next summer.

Heavenly donuts and Kolaches. Stopped here on the way through town and so glad we did. They warm…read morethe tasty Kolaches before serving to the perfect temp. The donuts are light and airy and oh so good. The perfect sweetness! Can't wait to make my way back here.