Stopped for lunch today n had the pulled pork bbq sandwich with coleslaw (had mine on the side) lol…read moreit was great. The staff handled a group of roughly 25+ motorcyclists very well getting use in and out. The place is a refurbished older building maintaining some of the stone with the new metal structure looked awesome

We really enjoyed our food after hiking and swimming! They need a better sign outside. But they…read moreserve alcohol and have a great menu. I wanted the BBQ nachos, shrimp and fish basket, Cajun shrimp pasta, and a few burgers lol. Decided on the cowboy burger and it was delicious. Waitress was super sweet, got us a box and to go drinks. Only $18 for 2 burgers and drinks! Can't beat it.

Tucked into the heart of the charming little town of Calico Rock--where Main Street still feels…read morelike a scene from a simpler time--you'll find a local gem that's well worth the detour: The Printing Press Café. This cozy spot is everything you want in a small-town café--warm, welcoming, and filled with the kind of smells that make you wish biscuits counted as a food group (and here, they just might). Housed in what was once the town's original newspaper office, the café beautifully blends history with hospitality. While you wait for your food, you can browse vintage photos and clippings that tell the story of Calico Rock's past--think of it as breakfast with a side of nostalgia. Now let's talk food--specifically the biscuits and gravy. Mercy. Fluffy, golden biscuits smothered in rich, peppery gravy that's clearly made with love (and maybe a bit of magic). It's the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes after the first bite. The rest of the menu is solid comfort food done right--generous portions, great flavor, and prices that'll make your wallet just as happy as your stomach. Add to that a staff that treats you like family (the kind you actually want to see), and you've got yourself a true small-town treasure. If you're passing through Calico Rock--or heck, even remotely nearby--make sure to stop in. The Printing Press Café isn't just a meal, it's an experience with heart, history, and heavenly gravy.

This is my favorite lunch spot in Calico Rock. The sandwiches are delicious and they use high…read morequality ingredients. The special is always a hit- and the home made deserts are a MUST try!

We had their delicious turkey burgers and the view of the lake was magnificent. All around the…read morerestaurant were beautiful flowering trees.

I spent the day hyping up this restaurant, to my visiting relatives expecting the same great meal…read morewe had a year ago, only to be completely let down and have the rumors I refused to believe be confirmed. From the moment we arrived, our waitress seemed in no hurry and was forgetful to say the least. It took multiple requests just to get a kids' menu, and our drinks sat empty for nearly 30+minutes. She never cleared our table of bread, salad, or soup plates, so we ended up stacking them on the concrete wall beside us as we finished each course--simply because we couldn't stand the clutter anymore. About 10 minutes before the main course was served, she returned to tell me they had run out of filets and asked what I'd like instead. I switched to a ribeye. Our food finally arrived around 8:30, even though we were seated at 6:45--an hour and forty-five minutes later. During that time, I spoke with Leroy, the owner, more than I did with our waitress the entire evening. To top it off, she added an automatic 20% gratuity for our table of seven--four adults and three children. We're generous tippers, but jt was blatantly obvious she was coasting through the night knowing the tip was guaranteed. When the ribeye finally arrived, it was one of the toughest cuts I've ever been served--full of tendons and gristle, and certainly not worth the $40+ price tag. Honestly, I could have picked up a pack of two better ribeyes at Walmart for the price I paid for the one I didn't even eat tonight. When I mentioned my disappointment with the steak, she seemed unfazed. The only redeeming parts of the evening were the view, a cup of soup, and the vanilla crème brûlée. I made an effort to express my disappointment before leaving with zero effort on her part to engage in a solution. So I tried calling on the way home to speak with someone--no answer. So here we are..... our entire table left disappointed! It was especially embarrassing after I'd talked the place up so much--only to end the night with a $320 bill and a thoroughly underwhelming experience.

Beautiful surroundings and very calm and peaceful place. The food was absolutely delicious and the…read moreservice was wonderful. We will absolutely return and take our friends.

What a beautiful country drive to a restaurant nestled on the river with an amazing view! Wow!…read more The view is that good. Supper club atmosphere - which I love. I had a dirty martini and steak Oscar (with asparagus and crab) that was delicious! The wedge salad is a must! Our waitress was very nice. My only complaint was the not very happy or welcoming bartender. Dark attitude & slow service. Brought the mood down.

Stopped her on the recommendation of a friend and it is just so stinking cute. I love that the…read moremenus are on newspaper and the atmosphere fits the vibe of the surrounding forest. The staff was friendly and attentive. My order came with a trip to the salad bar which was nice to snack on while waiting for my entree. When the food did come out, it was hot and the portion sizes were great.

Historic old business: 5/5 stars Service: 4/5…read moreBuffet food: 3/5 Menu food: 3/5 We enjoyed the adventure, and the cobbler was great! But the buffet was picked over and the menu items we ordered were average (at best). We left disappointed.

This place has a nice small town friendliness to it. Everyone knows each other. The wrap was…read moredelicious and the coffee is great! They have daily specials to keep the menu fresh! The decor is hip and well thought out. I'm always happy to find great little food spots on my adventures. Just when you think you won't find anything a little gem like Babycakes pops up. If your passing through town on your way to the caverns I 100% recommend stopping here for breakfast lunch and coffee. Grab a pastry too while you're at it!

Y'all. This place is SO good!!!!!!…read more We popped in to check it out on a whim and left with *tons* of food....and then we came back the next day for more!! The chicken salad on fresh croissant is heavenly. The croissant is the stuff dreams are made of: light, flaky, buttery deliciousness. And the chicken salad is something special.... I swear there is magic dressing in it to make you keep coming back! :) And I can't even describe the chocolate chip cookie. You'll just have to come get one of those scrumptious babies for yourself.

This review is for their Sunday brunch which is the only meal I've had at this establishment. This…read morewas the best brunch I've had. My favorites were the loaded bagels, the ready to order omelettes, and the perfectly poured mimosas. Other offerings included shrimp and grits, salmon, meatloaf, biscuits with white or chocolate gravy, and waffles. There was something for everyone in our party (ages 7-70). I can't wait to come here again!

Terrible staff! lady was rude when she took our name and…read morenumber to add to the wait list. then we sat and waited in the heat our required hour, but when I noticed a large party being seated that came after us I got up to ask if we were next only to find out we were not on the list. Lady who took our information says "she's never seen us before" which was absolutely false. we stood there and talked to her for a solid two minutes while she took our information and we watched her enter in. they gave zero effort to apologize or fix it. worst experience and worst people. find literally anywhere else to eat. boar house up the road has great food and EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

Great experience great food. We loved it and were in and out in about 30-45 mins. I suggest adding…read morehashbrowns to the omelette and you got yourself breakfast and lunch!

There is a segment in the restaurant community that does well by making the simple things you can…read moremake at home. There is not only nothing wrong with that, it is sometimes exactly what you need. Exotic flavor combinations and ingredients that aren't in your regular shopping cart is not what you want. A simple sandwich, BLT for her, Club for me, with crinkle cut fries gets the job done sometimes. It satisfies that 5th grader that lurks inside of all of us no matter how old we are. I also think the older we get, the more satisfied we are with safe, neutral flavors. A pinch of salt, the indication of a whisper of pepper, a patina of mayo. We were in town for my wife to visit a quilting cornerstone spot for her. We are retired now, and closer than we had been over in MD, so we hopped in the car and made a 3 day odessy, good time had by all. Our visit got off to a little of a rough start, [at the time an unexplained delay after tea delivery - the other staff could have taken the initiative of coming to take our order, but I don't know the internal dynamics here] however the young lady bounced back well, and there are no complaints on actual service or the food. I suspect it is quite popular with the locals, I see a lot of lofty praise in the reviews, and our hotel clerk recommended we try it.

Showed up about 35 minutes to closing(hate doing that), after riding all day on the motorcycle with…read more5 of my friends. One of the specials was a fried pork fritter, with a couple of sides. I inquired if it was hand made. The waitress was honest, and said it came from Swan foods. She then told us they hand make the chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak. When I asked which one was better? She mentioned the chicken fried steak was the pick. WOW! Probably the best chicken fried steak(a treat for me) that I've ever had. Homemade mashed potatoes, your choice of bread, and vegetable choice. Reda(spelled correctly) was a doll, and gave great service. I would definitely go back.

Food was great, service was attentive and the atmosphere is comfortable. Don't forget about dessert!read more

This restaurant is closed for business. Don't go out of your way to come here or you'll be sad like…read morewe were. I wish there was a better way to mark a business as permanently closed.

Basic southern buffet and burgers. The lunch buffet included fried chicken wings, pork chops,…read moreSalisbury steak, greens, corn, mashed potatoes, green beans, and mac & cheese plus a small salad bar. It was all pretty good but not wow. We also tried the deluxe double soldier burger- yummy gooey heart clogging. The wait staff is some what lacking - 1 a bit surely, 2 special needs, & 2 pre-teens. Slow & unorganized. The Decor is small town rec center with mediocre air conditioning. Seemed popular with locals and older folks. I would consider coming back for Friday night ( ribs pulled pork catfish) but would expect slow service and have low expectations.