Food was wonderful. Big portions. Loved the salads. Key lime pie is a TRUE must. Loved the…read morecreme brulee too. Very casual friendly and terrific staff.

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.

Found a new restaurant that got great food. It's well hidden because their signage non-existent and…read moreeven with Google Maps, you won't be able to find it unless you really look. Food and drinks are excellent there. I might be returning there every weekend. Pretty soon, I will be waddling like a duck if I try everything there. LOL

Pretty good good! It did get pretty busy. They have a good drink selection and I had a bombon and…read morepyramid of the son. My partner also had the cafe con leche - the first was good but the second was burnt. Good was good- I'm not a fan of Cuban bread but had the avocado toast and added egg and pork. The toppings were good though I always find the bread lackluster. The side of beans and potatoes were very good though and my boyfriend liked his Miami sandwhich.

Absolutely no vegan options, I barely could tolerate the vegetarian popcorn, but it was saturated…read morein salt. What are they trying to give me high blood pressure?! I couldn't even finish the bag because it was inedible and caused my veins to tingle in pain. With Walmart nearby, you'd think they would pick up some vegan frozen snack food like corn dogs, chicken nuggs, Daiya pizza, or something, but nope! I didn't get a chance to find out what was in the veggie chili, the chick at the counter said they ran out. No roasted corn neither. This is food not even a chipmunk would bother to eat.

Family owned concession at Craven Gardens. It has a variety of menu items made to order. We were…read morethere during Christmas Lights on a fairly cold night. They had an assortment of soups which were wonderful and filling. The counter was fast and efficient. They do a great job.

Wonderful service and tasty food for breakfast and lunch. Don't forget your delicious bakery treats…read moreon your way out.

We found this place on yelp. Excellent find! Highly recommend…read more Tiny place hidden in the corner of a shopping center so a little hard to find but worth it. We got lucky and missed the rush. Food was super yummy and bakery items were insane. We spent a lot of money taking stuff home. Highly recommend

After a full day exploring Hot Springs, Arkansas, this BBQ absolutely HIT the spot…read more Before you even walk inside, look to your left -- you can see the giant smokers going and smell that incredible smoky BBQ aroma before you ever reach the door. Honestly, that smell alone had us excited to eat. The setup here is casual and easy. You order at the counter, grab a table, and they give you a number, though a lot of the food was ready so quickly that several items were handed to us almost immediately after ordering. Our group shared all kinds of things so we got to try a little bit of everything. My daughter and I split a loaded baked potato topped with pulled pork and added several sides to the table because honestly...we wanted to try it all. The fried okra was especially delicious, but truly everything we had was good. Around the table: * My dad ordered the nachos * My mom got a sweet potato along with brisket-stuffed jalapeños wrapped in bacon (which she absolutely loved) * We sampled sides galore and nobody left hungry The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean, and service was FAST without making the experience feel rushed. This felt like exactly what good Southern BBQ should be -- flavorful, generous portions, no unnecessary fuss, and the kind of meal that makes everyone at the table happy after a long day out exploring.

We were in town for a conference and thought we would give Blue Ember a try. There is ample…read moreparking outside, the building looks new and attractive with a wall of cut logs to the left of the entrance. The smoke aroma hits you before you open the door which is nearly always a good sign. Both of us decided on their Special Op's sandwich, which comes with a Brisket, Pulled Pork, a choice of sausage (jalapeño pineapple or four cheese), a rib and a side of beans. We each ordered a side of potato salad and we split an order of Brisket Twisters which are jalapeños stuffed with brisket and cream cheese and wrapped in bacon. Neither of us finished and both of us had to get a to-go box. Overall everything was really good. Everything was fresh, the hot foods were hot, not warm or dried out, from sitting around in a warming cabinet, for hours, and the potato salad was well chilled, not room temperature. It is things like this that I notice, and make a difference. The only thing I was not keen on was the rib. It was extremely soft almost mushy and literally falling of the bone. I know thats how many people like their ribs. I just prefer my ribs to be a little less well done and have a bit of a pull to the meat to get it off the bone, so I am not going to ding them for that. The counter where you order and get your meal is clean, bright and cheerful, the staff are all really pleasant, friendly and helpful. The dining room is fairly large and roomy, with plenty of space to relax and enjoy your food. Overall, a really good dining experience and we both agreed we would dine there again.

Bruschetta was on point and delicious. Chicken Diane was tender and flavorful, served over creamy…read morerisotto. So good!

Ordered a wedding cake was told no problem we can make it we can deliver it a week before a wedding…read morewe get told they can no longer make our cake

Service was wonderful and the whole place was clean and organized. Food like always simply…read moredelicious. The portions are perfect.

We came in just wanting some soup and salad, cause we're out of town and needed something green and…read morefresh. We were shocked by how good everything was for a fast casual restaurant. The staff was super nice and helpful. We chatted a bit and were torn over the menu because everything sounded great. My boyfriend got a pick 3, and I got a full salad plus cup of soup special. The portions are great. I had the Newks salad and chicken tortilla soup. He had the Italian sandwich, 1/2 garden salad with lemon vinaigrette, and the tomato bisque. Like I said, everything was really good and it's hard to say anything wasn't good. Tomato bisque was 3/5, but everything else was outstanding. We would come back again if we lived here.

Great hamburger. Worth the wait. Will be back for another burger and maybe ice cream next time.read more

This place felt straight out of a movie - it was so cute and the atmosphere was awesome. The burger…read moreand patty melt both were so juicy and flavorful!! We also got the swirl cup with strawberry and cheesecake added in - 10/10. The staff was friendly too!

Definitely the worst service I've experienced in town. Nobody checked on us until after we were…read moredone eating. Drinks were empty most of the meal. The atmosphere was neat. It was just a nice southern cooking spot. The food was good but not great. The catfish was the highlight, but the sides aren't great. I'd save the money and go somewhere else.

This is a meal - not a light dish style place. They offer fried fish and fried chicken and large…read moremeal, Harvey dishes that fill the belly and entertain the tongue! I recommend it when you're really hungry and you'll leave full and ready for a nap!

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!

The beers are truly fantastic. I will come back, try their new brews, and fill up my growler as…read moreoften as possible. The setting, in a historic bathhouse, is amazing and fun. The downsides: no bar to sit at; you're either at a table or outside in the (very nice) Biergarten area. Most significantly detrimental, though, is the young staff. Without a manager in sight, they just unenthusiastically wander around, are disinterested, look at their phones, and reluctantly help the patrons (after having to be asked).