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The Big Chill

3.6 (26 reviews)
InexpensiveMusic Venues, Bars, American
Fri 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Sat 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Super cute place!!!!
taylor h.

Good food &drinks with great prices! Service was fast and efficient! The place itself is remodeled and super cute for a night out with friends.

Live music most weekends
Ray F.

A very cool locals place, with live music and a solid bar with decent tavern food - you will not find many tourists in here other than Harley riders. Music most nights and always a good place to listen to live music on the weekends, this bar has been in town for years, not on the main drag, back down on Higdon Ferry Rd. off the beaten path a bit - and well worth checking out. Usually crowded on the weekends with music upstairs and pool tables down stairs. We come here pretty regularly when in town and its always a good time. A small parking area at the front of the building, there is a huge parking lot in the rear and a back entrance into the gaming area, up the stairs to the main bar and music area. I have seen lots of great local talent over the years here and it is always been a solid venue. Over 21, Biker friendly, locals hang out, good music, cold beer, decent food and good times. A good little bar 4 Stars. 00210

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Jason P.

Good drinks and a chill atmosphere. Bartenders are friendly and make you comfortable. Will be back. Live music most nights.

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Awesome Music and great service! The new menu is very good. Go try the Brisket sandwich

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Music was good, food was good, drinks were cold and crowd was minimal so no waiting on the weekend.

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The drinks were good and a chill atmosphere. Bartenders are friendly and make you comfortable. Will be back. Live music most nights.

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Great music, great bartenders. You have got to try their homemade chili! Live music five days a week.

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6 years ago

Great local place! Have the Big Chill Sandwich! You will not regret it!! So much fun...

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What we did not expect was a super fun karaoke night and a basement with poker, giant Jenga, and plenty of other fun games.

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VAULT - Complimentary dessert! Ganache chocolate with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Very nice.

VAULT

4.3(351 reviews)
2.5 mi
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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!!

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VAULT - Dining area.

Dining area.

VAULT - Smoked Cream Corn. The bacon bits and smoky flavors are great additions to this side dish!

Smoked Cream Corn. The bacon bits and smoky flavors are great additions to this side dish!

VAULT - The Vault table I want to bring my husband back here

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Cafe 1217 - Tomato Bisque and Spinach Salad

Cafe 1217

4.5(256 reviews)
2.1 mi
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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.

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Cafe 1217 - Oriental Chicken Salad

Oriental Chicken Salad

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Eden

4.1(118 reviews)
2.8 mi

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.

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Eden - Bar

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Eden - Flowers from the waiter.

Flowers from the waiter.

Eden - Hibiscus Mimosa

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The Big Chill - musicvenues - Updated May 2026

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