This is the place to have a beautiful dinner in Hot Springs! It is right near all the fun stuff on a 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... read more

I wish I could give this restaurant more stars. Hands down the best dining experience I've had so far 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!! read more

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I had the pleasure of dying at the vault a few weeks back. First time visitor. I'm looking forward to the next time. I get to dine in there. Atmosphere is a dimly lit steakhouse, with high end service. Set in an old bank building. Once seated the chef brought out an amuse bouche which started the dining experience off with a flavor punch. Fried apple, honey drizzle, topped with goat cheese. Everybody knows that honey and apples go perfectly together. But who would've thought to throw goat cheese in there! It was a one to punch for my flavor senses. The homemade rolls they brought out covered in a sticky buttery garlic mixture were absolutely divine. I had to limit myself to just one. The grilled cabbage was absolutely amazing. In fact, it was probably my most favorite thing I ate that night. The combination of flavors and the cabbage itself were just dancing across the taste buds. I'm going back just for this dish. The ribeye steak was a tad disappointing. It ate more like a New York strip. It had a little more chew to it, not as tender as I was hoping. The flavor was good. The seasoning was perfect. I could not ask for it to be cooked any better. Over all if it would have been more tender it would have been amazing. So full from dinner that we skipped out on desert. Next time I will give the desserts to try! read more

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Vault is fine dining at its best! The food is AMAZING! However, beyond that, there's the level of service that you just don't get in an average restaurant. Let's go back to the food... the blueberry cocktail is served in a chilled martini glass and SO good, the red cabbage salad is unique and delicious- and the Coq au Vin- probably one of the best dishes I've ever eaten! The Vault is a step above any place we've been in years! read more

We came here for an anniversary dinner while in Hot Springs and it was fantastic! The food was delicious, the ambiance felt different than anywhere else we had been in Hot Springs, and the service was great. I believe the menu changes relatively frequently, but I had the scallops and they basically melted in my mouth they were so good. My husband had the Arkansas bolognese and loved it. We shared the key lime cheesecake for dessert and it was the perfect finish to a great meal. read more

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I saw the door from the street, and when I opened it, I was astounded at the beauty of the interior of this special gem. My eye was drawn to the bar at the opposite side of the room, and I sat down to a very warm welcome from Jay the bartender he poured me a lovely glass of bubbling rosé, and I have been enjoying the quiet ambience of this hidden gem. I ended up having an appetizer of a shrimp cocktail, but it is even more than I need for a whole meal. Whether you're traveling alone or you're with a group of friends, this is an absolutely wonderful place and I would recommend it to even come from Little Rock as a destination it's really special. read more

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The atmosphere was very warm, perfect for a 25 year anniversary celebration! The food was delicious, I had lamb with chimmichuri! read more

VAULT - Winter salad- amazing and pretty. Perfect blend of fruit and vegetables! - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

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What a great restaurant. The lighting and decor is top notch, making your dinner special and cozy. The service was excellent, our waitress was attentive and made the experience very enjoyable. The food was great, well prepared and delicious. If you have a chance to try the seabass special, do it. Moist, delicate, and superb. read more

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We were visiting Hot Springs from Southern California and saw the Vault on Yelp so had dinner there one night. We are so glad we did. My wife and I had the pork belly appetizer. They made it very well. Pork belly is hard to get right. We also had the filet entree with a couple of sides. The food was all delicious. But what we have to really compliment them on is the service. Amazingly great service. If you want to feel appreciated, this is where you go. Hot Springs is very lucky to have this restaurant. read more

We booked a very last minute reservation for our 25th wedding anniversary and was it was awesome. They had a last minute cancelation and gave us a private room. Our waitress was amazing and made great recommendations. Food was great. They had some really good vegetarian options. We even received a signed card from the entire staff for our anniversary which was so sweet. read more

Sultry bank vibes from the prohibition era. And really, this used to be a bank with an actual vault still sitting behind the bar. Highly recommend making a reservation to avoid having to wait. We did just that and still waited about 30 min while we stared at open tables that were never filled as the night went on. Maybe they were understaffed that night? Not sure. There's a 33% tax tacked onto mixed drinks, so that was fun to find out. THE FOOD. - French Onion Soup | Great broth flavor and cheese pull. The bread was tough to break, even as it soaked in the soup. - Chopped Wedge Salad | Refreshing with bacon bits, blue cheese dressing & crumbles, and balsamic vinaigrette for contrasting flavors. - Smoked Cream Corn | The bacon bits and smoky flavors are great additions to this side dish! - Ribeye 16 oz. | Cooked medium and it was seasoned well. Paid extra for chimichurri on top which further enhanced the flavors. Quite tasty. - Moroccan Lamb Shank | The lamb was tender with Moroccan flavors (i.e., cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and saffron). Creamy potatoes and a medley of vegetables tops off this amazing dish. - Complimentary dessert was a cup of ganache chocolate with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Very nice! THE DRUNK DRINKS. - Intrinsic Cabernet | Floral with cherry notes. Very nice. - Pinot Noir | It's actually a little similar to the Intrinsic wine... floral with cherry notes. - Smoked Old Fashioned | Presented in a glass box filled with smoke. Love how the smokiness lingers in this cocktail. - Allspice Manhattan | Bourbon and sweet cherry flavors. THE PARKING. We parked on the street behind the restaurant and it was free. COMING BACK? Perhaps, but the 30 min wait even with reservations is a little (lot) off putting. read more

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Lovely meal in a very romantic restaurant in Hot Springs, AR We chose to order soup and sides. We ordered five sides. Each one was excellent. Our sever, Scott was very knowledgeable about the food. This is a lovely restaurant- we weren't too happy with their choice of table for us - it was up against the street wall - in a corner next to the hostess desk - I would have loved to be in the middle of the restaurant to enjoy the ambiance, which we never had where we were. Rolls were the best. Save room for dessert. They have a reward winning pastry chef. I would definitely recommend The Vault for a lovely meal while in Hot Springs read more

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The food, service, and atmosphere is phenomenal. We went on our honeymoon and I honestly felt like we were treated so well. They made our first dinner as a married couple the best that one could ask for. I always recommend this place to other people when they visit and my husband and I plan to go back when we go to hot springs again this summer. read more

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My wife and I came to Hot Springs for our 43rd anniversary. We stayed at the Embassy Suites and were referred for dinner. Skylar was our waiter and provided WONDERFUL service! I had the shrimp cocktail as a starter. The shrimp were large. My wife had the NY Strip and I had the 16 oz ribeye. We prefer medium-well and they were juicy and delicious. For sides we had the asparagus and crispy potatoes. Oh my, Oh my. Those and the rolls, WOW! And the ambiance was pretty cool. If you have a special occasion and don't mind spending a bit of money, go to The Vault! read more

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We were in town from Houston for a family getaway and stayed in the lofts above The Vault (recommended by the owner) and it did not disappoint. The ambience is classy, the smoked old fashioned and martinis were top-notch, and every person in our party agreed the filet mignon was one of the best we've ever had. My peppercorn sauce was unreal. Dessert was a 10/10, but the real star? The dinner rolls--think Texas Roadhouse, but elevated and absolutely mind-blowing. Our waiter (who had a Chicago accent) was incredibly helpful and made the entire experience even better. A must-visit in Hot Springs! read more

Had the cabbage appetizer. Holy Crap it was good. Had another appetizer with beef...weird name but good. Service was good. Will be back.

Carla was amazing, friendly and helpful. My pork chop was absolutely delicious. Gulf oysters were huge and excellent. My wife's scallops were also great. A great finish to a delightful little town. Highly recommended. read more

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The vault was the perfect surprise during a recent trip to Hot Springs. I had no idea Hot Springs was such a cool historic little town right on the water. On our second night in the city we were looking for a good dinner m that could accommodate a large group when I stumbled across some pretty good reviews for a Vault. Not only were the reviews convincing but it was also a cool concept as a he restaurant was repurposed in bank vault. Very cool! We made a reservation and were promptly greeted upon entry. Aesthetic was very nice and very welcoming. We were seated quickly and one of the coolest things I noticed upon being seated was the light up menus which made for the perfect pairing for the dim lit aesthetic. Everything on the menu sounded amazing and we struggled to pick. We ended up ordering a round of appetizers, including the oyster Rockefellers pork belly, warm cabbage salad and a few other items, but surprisingly the cabbage salad was the crowd favorite, highly recommend! We also had the bone in pork chops the chicken chimichurri dish, the ribeye and the lamb fillet. I personally had the bone in pork chop which was cooked to a perfect true medium. All in all we had a great evening at the vault. One of our dishes ended up taking a little bit longer, but it did not ruin the experience as the drinks the service and the food were all delicious. If you're ever in the Hot Springs area I would highly recommend stopping in and making a reservation at the vault! read more

VAULT - Bone In Pork Chop - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

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You must get the fresh rolls here! So fluffy, buttery and divine! I had the lamb and was very impressed. This restaurant is perfect for a date night. This service was top notch. I would definitely return and highly recommend! read more

The food is excellent whether or not you have gluten issues, but the service from the chef here was so over-the-top amazing it deserves mentioning here as well as at Find Me Gluten Free. Before I go into the gluten-free food, let me say that my husband (who can eat anything but is often rather... discerning) ordered the lamb and key lime pie and said both were amazing. He said the key lime pie was the best he ever tasted, and we live in Florida. We called and told the hostess I had celiac, and she marked it on the reservation and let both our server and the chef know. The server was not over-the-top great but I felt as though the food would be safe. Then the chef came to our table with a gluten-free bread basket for me (the server said they didn't have gluten-free bread). He let me know that instead of removing the breadcrumbs (the server said he would ask the kitchen to remove the breadcrumbs so it would be safe for me) used in the broccolini, he used gluten-free breadcrumbs. He came over several times during our meal to make sure I had everything I needed. He is gluten intolerant so I'm sure this is why the place is so attentive to people who cannot or will not eat gluten. Our server was also the bartender the night we went, so I'm not upset that he didn't know as much as the other servers, because he was erring on the side of caution rather than getting me sick. The chef, though, absolutely made the meal. We sat by the kitchen and initially I was disappointed not to be in a quiet corner but it ended up being amazing because the chef had more time to talk to us. The meal was absolutely delicious. It's the next morning and I've had no ill effects -- and do not expect them. DEFINITELY put this place on your list for Hot Springs! read more

Very nice inside, wait staff was superb, I split a $65 dollar prime rib with my friend because it came with the sides...most sides you have too buy separate, the prime rib came out lukewarm and medium well, it was so tough I couldn't finishthe half I was sharing...vegetable s it came with were excellent my bill with a glass of wine and one martini came to $134 with tip the meal was no better than apple bees , save your money and go to chili's 1 star for ambiance 1 star for service 0 stars for food read more

Amazing food, too notch service. I love the ambiance. They're very popular and for good reason so make sure to have a reservation. I look forward to coming here any chance I get! read more

INCREDIBLE. From the cocktails to the truffle butter rolls to the entrees and dessert we were blown away! Reservations were booked but we got lucky with a spot at the bar which is first come first serve. A must try while in town! read more

VAULT - Tiramisu cheesecake - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

This place was amazing! Loved the vibe, service was great! Food amazing! Everything we had was fantastic!! Drinks were good and those rolls are worth the calories. Definitely would come back here. read more

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Best food of our trip. Service was also great, and ambience was upscale and hip. It's definitely the place for date night or a party with friends. Steak was excellent, and we had the ratatouille as a side dish. The roll was also delicious. Pretty decent wine given the more limited selection. We would go here again. read more

VAULT - Ratatouille - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

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Great place in downtown Hot Springs, you recognize the ambiance as soon as you walk in. This place use to be an old bank turned into fine dining restaurant. Our waitress Carla was fantastic she did a wonderful job in explaining everything. The food was on point and a plus is my wife enjoyed all of hers....if you in the area stop by. read more

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I stopped in Hot Springs for a work trip and was impressed how amazing this place was. I had great service, great food, and drinks. I honestly felt like I was in a big city restaurant yet they use local ingredients for some of their dishes. If I ever am back in the area I will definitely stop by again. read more

Awesome! The best restaurant in Hot Springs.Server Scott was amazing.Decor is over top.

Ambiance is fabulous! Visiting from Texas. Used to be old bank building that has been converted. Hint: they have booths that have a direct view of food prep if you like that. We sat at a larger table, but it was great. The service was great. I ordered the lamb and creamed corn. Bread served warm and was flavorful. You can taste the truffle. My colleagues ordered the salmon and chicken. The salmon was incredible- worth returning for. My lamb was not a repeat item. It was very tough and not well flavored. One colleagues order came out wrong. It took forever for her order to be redone. We were done with our food before it came. The manager was gracious and comped her chicken, which was great. Service was slow. Very slow. Took 45 minutes for food to come. I would come back for the ambiance if I had time to burn. Otherwise, I would try somewhere else. read more

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The food was very good. The bartenders were very personable and made sure they were anticipating needs. The vault in the restaurant is a pretty neat feature. I would definitely go back! read more

Everyone we encountered provided top personal customer service and the food was probably the best I've had in years. I can still imagine the taste the depth of flavors after several days. The cocktails also impressed. read more

The setting is amazing! Very cool architecture an light up menus an etc. The bread service was great as well as the brie appetizer! Three of us. Three meals. Salmon meal, chicken meal an one other got the fried cabbage salad an baked potato soup of day. The only one we recommend to get again is the salmon. Its an experience an super attentive staff (customer service) give it a try! read more

Grilled Cabbage is an experience for the palate! Wish I lived closer, because I now crave it. read more

VAULT - Grilled Cabbage is amazing! - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

Amazing food and service. The ambiance was stellar and watching the kitchen was such an experience.Would definitely recommend.

The Vault was amazing! The cocktails were top-notch and all of our entrees were delicious. I had the salmon, which was divine. Our service was excellent, as well. We will definitely return. read more

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My wife and I recently visited Vault for our wedding anniversary. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful, providing the ambiance that a high end restaurant ought to. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely attentive. Your water glass never gets to halfway before being refilled, and you are constantly asked throughout the meal if there's anything else needed or if they can provide you with anything else to make your meal better. Calling us by our last names, greeting us with a card signed by staff wishing us a happy anniversary, giving me an extra glass of wine, and giving us two small glasses of sparkling wine so we could toast to our anniversary, the staff outdid themselves making sure our evening was special and memorable. The old fashioned no. 4 and the elderberry martini were fantastic cocktails, though I wish I would've waited to order the old fashioned after dinner because it was so sweet. The food was some of the best we've ever had: baked Brie, NY strip, Colorado lamb sirloin topped with Chimichurri sauce, sautéed spinach. The steaks were cooked perfectly, as was everything. Vault has been one of our favorite experiences from our visit to Hot Springs. read more

WOW this was the definition of a 5 star dining experience. We were in Hot Springs for an anniversary trip and picked the Vault for our nice dinner out. When you walk in, the ambiance is so cool. It's very dark vibes, brick walls, a super cool bar, and the vault door behind the bar. Our server was amazing. He explained the whole menu to us and what the specials were. The bread they bring out are apparently called "crack rolls" because of how addicitingly good they are, and he was right lol they were super good and I could have filled up on rolls alone. Luckily we got a few to go. For appetizers we got the fried artichokes, which is usually one of my fav apps to get at restaurants. However, they were way different than what I was expecting. They were good but a little weird. This was the only thing I didn't love the whole night and I wouldn't get again. We also got the meatballs- so yummy and flavorful! For my meal, I got a scallop risotto special which was great. The scallops were cooked to perfection. My husband got a ribeye which he said was cooked perfectly and had great seasoning. He got the chimichurri sauce on top at our servers recommendation and loved it. The sides are all sharable. We got the brussel sprouts which were cooked beautifully and mashed potatoes which were good but nothing special. We finished off with a cheesecake, which was the perfect way to end the night! read more

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Skylar was an excellent server for our anniversary. They gave us a sweet handwrittten card and the best service. The food was incredible and the ambience was beautiful and intimate. I look forward to dining here again. read more

VAULT - Lemon cheesecake - New American Near Me - Hot Springs, Arkansas

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Our server (Skylar) was not very attentive. . Food was slow, cabbage was cold and He forgot salads. We were tilde salad had romaine but all iceberg. I ordered an extra order of beef tips which never came. Whew . Very disappointing for our 2nd visit. It was 2 couples and 2 checks but for some reason he bagged all the food together? read more

SIT AT THE BAR WITH RHIANNA & CAMI The atmosphere was excellent. My girlfriend and I dined at the bar for her birthday. Rhianna & Cami were excellent bartenders! They chatted with us while we dined, and were the best part of our experience. They really made the evening special. I had the Elderflower Martini, and my girlfriend had what I believe was called the Apricosmo (sorry if I got that wrong), which was Rhianna's recipe. These selections were based on Rhianna's recommendations, and they were great choices. We ordered the Rockefeller Oysters, the Chopped Wedge Salad, as well as the Squash Curry & the Arkansas Bolognese. The illuminated menus were really cool, as I haven't seen something like that before. Everything was absolutely amazing! I believe the bread rolls are the best I've ever had. 10/10 restaurant, which made for an exceptional birthday vacation and subsequent dinner at the Vault. read more

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