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    Kelsey A.

    You walk in and your immediately transported into the 20s. Very cool atmosphere which is a good thing because we did have to wait a while before we were greeted. It is very dim throughout the bar but luckily their menus light up. I thought this was kind of a cool feature and it definitely helped with looking at the menu. I ended up ordering an espresso martini, it wasn't sweet whatsoever. The bartender was nice enough to bring me over a little simple syrup to help, but it didn't really change anything. we also were informed that there was an additional tax on the alcohol. We didn't come across this at any other bar in Hot Springs. So expect to spend about $25-$30 per drink here. Very cute place but I do not think I will be back due to the expensive tab.

    Sydney F.

    This was one of the coolest places we went to in Hot Springs. We popped in after going to dinner at the Vault (which is the restaurant on the first floor of the building.) The ambiance transports you back to a different time with old unique furniture, live music, and cool brick. The drinks were a little pricy but good and we enjoyed just being in the atmosphere. We came here two nights in a row, because we enjoyed it so much the first time. The drinks, service, and music were great. However, we were extremely disappointed in our service the second night. They weren't even that busy but it took us an hour to get service between rounds. We were sitting in one of the private rooms right at the entrance of the bar and this might have been why we were so forgotten about. This second experience honestly left a bad taste in our mouth but I am still giving five stars because of its uniqueness and the fun vibe. Also keep in mind there is an outrageous hard alcohol tax so keep that in mind for when you get your bill lol

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    Wendy M.

    After having a few drinks at the Vault and talking with one of the bartenders, we learned about the Heist. The Heist is fairly new, having been open for just two months and is directly above the Vault - there's a theme here, lol. The Heist is a gorgeous bar and we enjoyed talking with the bartenders there as well. It's feels a bit out of place in Hot Springs, as the city seems to be earnestly struggling and is quite broken down in many areas. The Heist felt pretentious, particularly as my guy was told he couldn't wear his ball cap into the bar. No food here, this was a bar. And, downstairs where the atmosphere was identical, no issue. The Heist would fit in seamlessly where we're from - a big city but it was a little ridiculous in Hot Springs. That aside, the drinks were good overall. My partner is a whisky connoisseur and requested a traditionally made Old Fashioned after having their version. The bartender, Peter, was very accommodating and kind. I had their Great Gatsby. Also very good. We were in town for the weekend and would likely return, probably still wearing a ball cap. Maybe this "rule" will be relaxed and more in line with the rest of the "Spa City."

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    Bjorn B.

    This place is phenomenal. The vibe is perfect if you are stressed and need a deep breath. The lighting is perfect. The music is smooth and just the right volume. The bartenders are chill. Drinks are well priced. The Sri Js cost a little more than the pubs in the area, but the ingredients are top notch. $15 is the highest cocktail. Bulleit is the well bourbon. If you are looking for a place to unwind after a long day or a night cap after dinner, this is the best spot in Hot Springs.

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    Great service and wonderful cocktails. Nice little cubbies if you want to be alone or lounge areas if you want to be around others.

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    This place is a must visit. It has impeccable ambiance, decor, and friendly and accommodating service. I will be back soon. I'm

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    Great place! Enjoyed the live music of Emily Slay. Service was wonderful and drinks were good.

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    Nice place. Went to a wedding reception and was impressed of the environment and staff.

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    Maxine's

    Maxine's

    3.9
    (243 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    A dark, funky, dive bar playing great music, great drinks, and the food matches the rest of the…read moregreatness. It's the kind of place you could and would want to be a regular at if you lived nearby. I want to be a regular, and I live 500 miles away. But you can bet when I'm heading that way, I'm stopping in again. I had skipped lunch and was really hungry, but didn't want to get something real heavy either, and I though I had "sort of" done that. I was totaly wrong. Blue Crab Ravioli in an artichoke/spinache alfredo sauce, topped with toasted/roasted mozzarella... I know what you're thinking, cream sauce and cheese? How is that light you knucklehead? Well, I was thinking that ravioli, usually served with 4-6 pieces would be just drizzled in this topping. NOPE. Scalding hot cast iron skillet loaded with ravioli, in that heavy, cheese/cream sauce. But here's how good it was. I took half to go, and had 1/4 of that when I got home 2 days later (always carry a cooler bag kids...) Then I had the remainder for lunch one day. Best ravioli I've ever had, and I want to be Italian and have had a lot of pasta in my life. I sat at the bar, and when people sat down around me, we all started talking. It's that kind of place. It's also dark, dank, gritty, and it's character shows in every space. Did I mention the great tunes? Yep... music right up my alley. Food, drinks, music, vibes... Yeah, 10 - 10 would go back again. And again.

    Wow! Okay as a person visiting the town for 2 days... SKIP THIS PLACE!…read moreI'll be the first to admit the food is DELICIOUS. The service? Horrendous. 1.) Had to continuously interrupt the bartender talking with their friend at the bar. 2.) a DOG was behind the bar. Never seen that before. A public place. No pets allowed. And yet, for the 2nd day in a row a dog is running free. Cute and fluffy! But not the place. 3.) made a very specific request, and would've been fine if the answer was no but the bartender said very enthusiastically "SURE!" And then once the bill arrived I was charged double. I explained the situation "oh, my bad, I misheard you and charged you for 2." That was it. So, it's your mistake for not paying attention because your friend is sitting at the bar but now it's my problem? I think not. To make matters worse? I went to pay using the QR code printed on the receipt and she immediately states "sorry, that doesn't work!" I tried it anyways. It worked! Do not recommend. Lots of cool spots, you can skip this one.

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    The Rooftop Bar

    The Rooftop Bar

    3.2
    (78 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Our last visit here the rooftop was closed, so we were happy it was open this trip (we went twice)…read more Great views of the historic downtown Hot Springs area. They have bar and table service, and food offerings available. We only had drinks but the food offerings looked fantastic. We enjoyed that at least on our visit, the volume was minimal which allowed us to converse without yelling. Thank you for providing an enjoyable experience in the heart of town

    I saw this place from a hike up toward one of the peaks, and on a hot summer day all I wanted to do…read morewas sit wherever that lovely rooftop was. We kept it in our sites as we descended, and found it to be on the 6th floor of the Avenue Hotel. Its outdoor seating area was lovely. On one side you're just in the tree tops. The other side looks over an underwhelming cityscape, but that's not Rooftop's fault. It's still just nice to be on a rooftop! It started to rain not long after we arrived. We moved under the patio cover, and that was a lovely way to watch and hear the rain until the wind really picked up and we moved inside. It was only around 4pm so we both ordered the mocktail on the menu. It's the only one and pretty simple, but it was quite delicious -- muddled strawberry and 7up. I bet it would be even better with Ginger Beer! Maybe a little high in price for the small size and no booze, but oh well. As the rain continued, we decided to share an appetizer to wait it out. We ordered an olive hummus which was surprisingly decent (I'm not an olive fan normally) with pita chips. I wasn't a huge fan of the pita chips, but they served as a perfectly fine delivery mechanism for said hummus. The staff there was really nice and seemed to get along and share duties well -- in a small place you notice things like that and it made an impression.

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    Gin and Tonic.
    Gin and Tonic.
    Outdoor rooftop space.
    Outdoor rooftop space.
    Outdoor rooftop space.

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    Outdoor rooftop space.
    Ohio Club

    Ohio Club

    4.2
    (790 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Goodness Gracious! The Ohio Club may have been the HIGHLIGHT of our trip to Hot Springs! My…read moregirlfriend and I visited all of the bathhouses and other attractions, but kept coming back to our great memories of the Ohio Club! Located across the street from Bathhouse Row, the Ohio Club has had a long history in this town, having served gangsers, famous baseball players, and other celebrities. I can see why...I mean, they like great food and good drinks just as much as everyone else! The atmosphere is off-the-charts incredible and feels as if one is stepping back in time to 1920s America. Combine this with an amazing food menu and incredible drink selection, and you've got one helluva experience! Service was stellar...friendly and prompt. She was also very helpful with menu selections and drink choices, knowing exactly where to steer two virgins of the Ohio Club experience. We chose to share the Reuben, which was a great choice because it was so big. For drinks, we opted for the Ohio Rum Sour and Berry Ohio...never looking back as they were both delicious! WE...WILL...BE...BACK!!!

    This is a great place and we always stop in whenever in Hot Springs. This trip didn't disappoint…read moreand we visited twice. We always strike-up an interesting conversation with people sitting at the bar. Several local beers on tap and we had the Space Force, an IPA, on both visits....very good. We split a Reuben sandwich with fries and it was excellent. I also ordered a side of fried okra, which was delicious and so hot, I had to let it cool before eating. The bartenders are always friendly and will talk if time allows. The whole place has a great vibe. Speaking of the okra, I noticed that on my bill I was charged $13 and change for it. I thought WOW, but gladly paid the bill. The more I thought about it, I figgered it must be an error. On our second trip, I mentioned it to the bartender and asked if it were possibly an error. It was an error and she asked me how to make it right (there was a logical explanation for the error). I made it clear that I was not complaining, just wanting clarification. She asked if a complimentary order of fried okra was OK....certainly! Great place and a Hot Springs icon. Highly recommend and dont skip it.

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    The area for the live band
    The area for the live band
    My old fashioned burger with cheese
    My old fashioned burger with cheese
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    The Avenue

    The Avenue

    3.8
    (128 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$$

    This is my wife and I's go to brunch spot with amazing cocktails when visiting Hot Springs! This…read moreSt. Patrick's day didn't disappoint! The leprechaun lemon drop martini was delicious beyond words and even after brunch we would pop back in through out the day of festivities to refuel on them! They stayed open until 11pm and very close walking distance to The Arlington Hotel after the bar closes. Dena is an EXCELLENT AND AMAZING server we absolutely love to have wait on us and her joyful presence. She remembered my wife and I from last years visit and was so, sweet and amazing. Everytime we come back we will look forward to seeing her and her outstanding service! This is a MUST for brunch when in Hot Springs! If they would put the leprechaun lemon drop martini on the menu full time even under a different name...you couldn't keep me out of there! I really enjoy the ambiance, vibe, and being able to look out on to the beautiful Hot Springs strip while enjoying a drink or meal.

    This is a nice hotel restaurant option. It was highly recommended by the front desk and it is great…read moreto have a place within walking distance of the Curio Collection hotel. It was lively on a Monday evening because a work event was being hosted. I ordered a Caesar salad and the chicken entree, which took a bit of time to come out due to the large group. This was fine with me. Once the food was ready, the salad and entree were brought out together. I would have preferred the salad first with the entree held in the back, but I was hungry so I didn't say anything and enjoyed the salad right away. The Caesar salad was simple and the Southern Chicken really hit the spot. It was comfort food at its finest and I found myself wishing I had a bit more. I highly recommend this entree.

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    Dining and bar space.
    Dining and bar space.
    Classic Breakfast. Eggs, sausage patties, toast, and home fries. The home fries are so good! Sausage patties are really flavorful too.
    Classic Breakfast. Eggs, sausage patties, toast, and home fries. The home fries are so good! Sausage patties are really flavorful too.
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    Exterior.
    Superior Bathhouse Brewery

    Superior Bathhouse Brewery

    4.1
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    A really fun spot! My friend and I spent a few hours on their patio eating and drinking. They have…read morebig shady umbrellas and misters along the perimeter, so even if it's hot, it's not miserable. The staff were super friendly and didn't rush us at all. Kid and dog friendly - lots of cute dogs around. :) The beer and root beer are the stars of the show, they're brewed with the geothermal spring water - only brewery in the world to do that! The beer was tasty, and some had interesting ingredients like dill, basil, and jalapeño. I did wish they had a non-pickle flavored sour. I'm happy they offer flights to try different varieties! Food was decent, delicious fries and the elote nuggets were to die for. The bacon on my BLT had a nice peppered flavor. We finished off the afternoon with a root beer float which was lovely! They have a little gift shop (really just a small shelving unit) with goodies you can buy, if you're into that at breweries. We picked up some can cozies for $3 a pop!

    First the good. The root beer was made with hot springs water and was good. The French fries were…read moregood. Now the not so good. I got the patty melt and it was SO DRY! Not juice in patty's at all. And it was supposed to come with home made mayo but the waitress kind of tossed mayo packets at me. When I asked how come it didn't have mayo on it she said that's what the packets are for. We sat at the bar and it felt a little uncomfortable having our back to the room. When we sat down we tried to put an empty seat between us and the neighbor and got scolded. Overall good not great and price was high. 2 burgers and 2 sodas for $45. Honestly if it would've been good we wouldn't have minded but not worth it

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    Seating looking out to the town's main drag.
    Seating looking out to the town's main drag.
    2nd round + corn nuggets
    2nd round + corn nuggets
    Beer flight

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