Sunshine Store &amp; Cafe

Very good. The crepes were just like I had in Paris tho they're rolled like rather than coned which…read moreis better for plate and fork. The gentleman was very quick and attentive, appreciated the explanations. The music was very contemporary and traditional of Europe, very pleasant. Highly recommend the smoked salmon, adding basil and avocado. Really happy I stopped here.

I ordered the grilled chicken, mushroom, cheese crepe, which was very disappointing. The crepe was…read morea thick, bread-like textured tortilla that I had to cut with a knife. It had a lot of mushrooms that tasted like they came straight out of a can, cheese, and only three very small strips of chicken. The chicken tasted like the grilled chicken strips you buy in the freezer aisle and it had no grill marks. I ordered through DoorDash and have yet to visit the establishment. After eating this so-called "crepe", I do not plan to get food from here. Having traveled all over the world, my taste buds are used to authentic delicious foods.

Ambiance

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Rise & Dine Cafe

3.9(48 reviews)

5.3 mi

Food is awesome. Service is best in town. The ambience is like everyone knows each other super cool.read more

My husband and I ate here while visiting Hot Springs. You can sit wherever you'd like, you don't…read moreneed to wait to be seated. Restaurant was clean. There were lots of other customers there, but it was still relatively quiet. We got menus and drinks right away and ordered food shortly after that. Food came out quick, maybe 10 minutes later. It was delicious! Large portions, and our bill only came to $20. If you're visiting Hot Springs, don't skip this breakfast place!

French toast!

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Debra's Southern Restaurant

4.4(54 reviews)

19.6 mi

Such a cute little place. The staff were amazing. The food was delicious. They have the best…read morehospitality that I've had in a long time. Everyone in our family loved the food. Would 100% recommend if you're in town. The views driving there are beautiful.

Good food quick service, average prices. Consistent quality. Its a hide away small diner.read more

Outside

Debra's Southern Restaurant - Steak fingers with white gravy, mashed potatoes, turnip greens, cornbread, pancakes, ham, eggs, biscuits, bacon, jalapeño hushpuppies

Steak fingers with white gravy, mashed potatoes, turnip greens, cornbread, pancakes, ham, eggs, biscuits, bacon, jalapeño hushpuppies

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Menu continued October 2025

The Pancake Shop

4.3(900 reviews)

10.8 mi

What can you say about this historic establishment that has not been said before…read more Love the atmosphere! Old school diner feel with amazing servers. It truly shows why this establishment has survived the better part of a century. Sausage (local) was good and hearty! Paired it with two perfectly cooked over easy eggs. The buttermilk pancake was perfection. Light and fluffy, soaked the butter and syrup up quite nicely! Definitely check out this breakfast spot if you are in town. I know I will be back!

I had mixed feelings about The Pancake House. We waited about an hour to be seated, which…read moreimmediately set the tone--and honestly, it wasn't worth that long of a wait. The food itself was a bit of a split decision. The ham steak was excellent--hands down the best I've ever had. The pancakes were good (and MASSIVE) although I ordered banana pancakes which were basically plain pancakes with ONE slice of banana on the top...pretty disappointing in that regard but they still tasted good. The bacon was really good. However, I was surprised and disappointed that they don't serve hash browns or any kind of potatoes at all, which feels like a big miss for a breakfast spot. The restaurant is extremely crowded, and the atmosphere just isn't my style. It's very diner‑ish, which some people may enjoy, but it's not for me. That said, our waitress was genuinely kind and very helpful, which was a pleasant change. Years ago, I had a bad experience here where we felt rushed out the door, and it left such a bad impression that I swore I'd never return. Service this time was much better, and I do give credit where it's due. Overall, while there were some standout items on the menu, the long wait, crowded space, and limited sides mean I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. Definitely not worth an hour wait in my opinion.

Dining space after the morning rush.

Jam, apple butter, fresh whipped butter, syrup

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Front of restaurant (hopefully, they'll be able to repair the neon sign; it's stunningly beautiful after daylight ends)

Kollective Coffee + Tea

4.3(449 reviews)

10.7 mi

The best coffe if town by far in my opinion and great place to sit down and enjoy your time!read more

Super cute coffee spot in downtown Hot Springs. We circled for parking for a while and parked a few…read moreblocks down but the long line to order told us it would be well worth the wait. The drinks were excellent. I had a hot chai latte and was surprised by how mild the sweetness was. I really enjoyed the flavor, and didn't feel like it was bogged down with syrup. I also ordered the build your own bagel, which unfortunately I don't have a picture of. The ordering process was a little bit daunting with lots of different options. I ended up choosing ham, cheese, and avocado. It came out hot and fresh and was the perfect quick brunch before we set off to check out the square.

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Breakfast Bowl of Goodness

Mueller's Bistro & Bakery

4.5(125 reviews)

10.0 mi

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

I think the staff at Muellers are some of the nicest people you'd meet. Super accommodating and…read morehelpful. The star is definitely the strawberry or mandarin salad. The chicken salad is very classic, I just wish it came on a croissant. The French toast was good but everything else is kind of basic. The burger was dry and my husband said the home fries were bland. I'd come back for the salad and bakery though!

Chunky Chicken Salad Sandwich and tomato soup

French toast

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Hangover Burger on jalapeño bread

Cafe Mi Amor

4.4(83 reviews)

10.2 mi

Very nice employees, very noisy Sunday morning - steamed milk, construction grinding, hard walls,…read morelong service wait after order even though not crowded, tables unbused, mushroom sandwich not to die for, Double Trouble very good.

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

Comfy seating in the juice bar next door

Open Sesame v $9.99 Cuban Bread, Fresh Avocado, Toasted Sesame Oil, Black Sesame Seeds, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, fresh Organic Greens

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S'mores Latte

Angels Bistro

4.2(22 reviews)

8.9 mi

Every breakfast item our party of 5 got was AMAZING, and the service was even better. Everyone from…read morethe waitress to the busers to kitchen staff checked on us frequently.

The food was absolutely delicious! While the location is small, it really adds to the cozy, homey…read moreatmosphere. We arrived shortly after opening on a Wednesday morning and it was pretty quiet at first. However, by the time we left, the place was nearly full, which says a lot. The food was full of flavor, the service was consistent and attentive and the cook even came out to greet everyone, which made the experience feel extra special. Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely come back!

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Cafe 1217

4.5(256 reviews)

11.2 mi

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.

Yummy Possum Pie…read more Just wished the crust was less crumbly and messy to eat. Staff was friendly and the other food smelled yummy as you walk in.

Oriental Chicken Salad

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Patty's Down the Road

4.1(56 reviews)

2.6 mi

One star just for the ambiance. It was quiet and clean…read more We arrived around noon. After waiting for almost 2 hours for our food it was not worth the wait. My husband ordered the French Dip and onion rings. The meat tasted as if it was cooked a burnt grill. The au jus was not even edible. Tasted and smelled like burnt grease. The onion rings were super chewy. At the end he didn't eat it. I ordered the grilled chicken breast. It was a small maybe 3-4oz seasoned with just salt and pepper. It was cooked perfectly but I would've enjoyed it more if it had different seasonings. My 2 sides were crinkle fries that are just store bought and cucumber salad that had no flavor. It needed lime juice and salt. I didn't eat it all.

We love the Hot Springs and Ouachita Lake area. Atmosphere great! Service great!…read moreFish great!