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Updated January 05, 2025

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4.9

4.9 (1765)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Vault will be closed Saturday January 11th due to inclement weather.

For VALENTINES DAY, Vault will offer a special prix fix menu. The regular menu will not be available. Menu is posted on the Menu tab.
Vault will be closed Wednesday January 29th for a private event. We will be open Easter and Mother's Day.

Please note that parties of 6 or more may have a gratuity of 21% added.
No outside food or beverage please, INCLUDING CAKES.

Vault restaurant is on the main floor of the original Bank Building, built in 1909 in Historic Downtown Hot Springs, AR. We have preserved the original bank vault that allows for private dining for groups up to 4. Our attention is on all the details... “all the way down to the salt and pepper shakers.” We hope you will join us for your Timeless Vault Dining Experience.

FOR FLOWERS, CHOCOLATES, ETC, PLEASE GO TO : https://hotspringsfloristgifts.com
Vault will be open on NEW YEARS EVE. Menu is posted under ".Menus"

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Robin

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Vault is fantastic!!! Evan was our server, and he was wonderful!!!

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J&S Italian Villa

4.8

4.8 (311)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Inspired by the coastal cuisine of Cinque Terra, J&S Italian Villa is a fun and trendy dining experience located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. With seasonal menus crafted by 2-Michelin Star Chef Sascia Marchesi, you’ll enjoy unique and flavorful dishes featuring pasta made from scratch, seafood, steak, and fresh local produce.

Whether you’re interested in a date night for two, a special gathering in our private Red Room, catering for your big event, or simply relaxing with drinks and appetizers in a chic bar and lounge, J&S Italian Villa proudly provides attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

We were greeted by friendly staff and seated right away. The server was very knowledgeable about the food and was very professional while also being friendly. Food was excellent and looked beautiful.

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Fettuccine Alfredo

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4.8

4.8 (2051)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Hot Springs Premier Steak and Seafood Restaurant. Offering USDA Prime Beef, Fresh Seafood, an Oyster Bar, a Fantastic Wine list and a Bourbon Bar with over 400 Bourbons, the largest selections in the state.

Some of our signature dishes are: The Boursin Filet, Truffle Chicken, and the Double Cut Pork Chop.
Our seafood lineup changes daily because we source seafood direct, our Purveyor provides us with the best product they have availably, and our Chefs use it to make unique and delicious dishes.

Our Main Dining Room is Upscale, Intimate and Romantic. The Bourbon Bar area is Rustic, Comfortable, Classy and Vibrant. We have a Beautiful Patio (must be 21yrs old to enter), great place for before or after dinner cocktails.
Hot Springs National Park and Oaklawn Racetrack are just minutes away.
*Note: If you are unable to find availability online, please contact us directly and we may be able to accommodate.

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Daniel E

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Service was outstanding, ate at the bar and the bartender waited on us with excellence all while preparing drinks.

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Honeydrop Oysters

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Double Cut Pork Chop

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Allsopp & Chapple Restaurant + Bar

4.8

4.8 (1345)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Allsopp & Chapple is open for dinner 4pm - 9pm (Sun-Thurs) and 4pm - 10pm (Fri-Sat). We pride ourselves in outstanding service, fine dining, and an extensive wine list. There is a full bar on-site with signature cocktails. We look forward to serving you!

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Susan

Dined 7 days ago

Everything was excellent although that was the worst Irish coffee I’ve ever had

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Goat Cheese Mousse

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4.8

4.8 (947)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Jim Keet and Louis Petit have collaborated to present a polished casual restaurant and bar for Little Rock. This culinary-driven restaurant offers a variety of menu items including dishes crafted by renowned local chefs and use as many local products and ingredients as possible. Petit & Keet features a full bar with specialty drinks, cocktails and a signature bar menu. With a fresh redesign guests can enjoy an outdoor patio and bar, and also an event room for private parties.

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Arthur

Dined 7 days ago

Great food! Excellent service. Will be back soon.

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Late Night Happy Hour!

4.8

4.8 (1341)

$31 to $50

American

North Little Rock

About the restaurant

Cypress Social is a new lakeside American eatery.

Walk-ins welcome! Please call the restaurant if reservations do not appear available online.

Top review

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Kamille

Dined 7 days ago

My family and I were there to celebrate my father's 8th birthday. I made the reservation online, which was super easy. We arrived about 10 minutes before our scheduled reservation and were seated immediately. Our waiter Austin was amazing. He was very pleasant and accommodating. He made great food recommendations. The appetizers came out quickly and the food shortly after. Each order was correct and the food was hot. We were there the night before the snow started and it was extremely cold outside, I was worried that it would be cool inside but the temperature was just right. They even had a fireplace screen saver on the TV which was a nice touch. We have a GREAT time. Again, our waiter Austin was GREAT and we even received a visit from the manager checking to ensure everything was good. We will definitely visit again.

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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YaYas Euro Bistro in Little Rock

4.8

4.8 (45)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Little Rock

About the restaurant

YaYa's Euro Bistro is a charming restaurant nestled in the heart of Little Rock, offering a delightful culinary journey through Europe. Step inside and be transported to a world of warm ambiance, friendly service, and exquisite cuisine.

Hand-tossed, oak-fired pizza & other Mediterranean eats are served at this woodsy-chic bar & eatery.

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Tegan

Dined 3 days ago

Food is great, server was nice. We actually made a comment how the music was not too loud.

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Red Oak Steakhouse at Saracen Resort

4.7

4.7 (342)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Pine Bluff

About the restaurant

As a proud new addition to Central Arkansas' strong culinary legacy, Red Oak Steakhouse combines comfortable elegance with unmatched elevated flavors. Serving prime grade wet and dry-aged beef and working with local farmers to ensure the freshest ingredients, a meal at Red Oak takes it to the next level.

Reservations are recommended.
Must be 21 or older to enter the property. State ID is required.
No outside food or drink allowed.
No gifts are allowed.

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Brenda

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

We always enjoy eating at Red Oak . The food and service are excellent. The staff always goes above and beyond . I highly recommend!

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Seared Diver Scallops

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Volstead Proper

4.7

4.7 (64)

$31 to $50

American

Conway

About the restaurant

Executive chef and partner, Steve Binotti, is a culinary graduate form Kendall College. Steve began his career in Chicago at David Burkes Primehouse and later worked with Virgin Hotels. He was voted 2021 Executive Chef of the year in Arkansas, after crafting menu items for Petite and Keet, as well as Cypress Social in Central Arkansas.
Come be inspired by our smokey flavors of your favorite bourbons and hone into the inspiration that curated our menu, filled with interesting ingredients, unique flavor pairings, and new twists on some southern classics.

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Larry

Dined on Jan 7, 2025

Amazing menu options, drinks were amazing. The porkchop and mashed potatoes simply the best. Will be back again and again

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Steinhaus Keller

4.6

4.6 (1732)

$31 to $50

Bavarian

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Arkansas' finest German Restaurant and Biergarten. Located in the grotto of Spencer's Corner in historic Dowtown Hot Springs. Our cave-like atmosphere is truly unique. Enjoy your favorite German beer in our lush Biergarten. We look forward to seeing you. Prost!

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Amy

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

We dined here on January 2, 2025 party of five with two elderly parents. We had a wonderful experience. The service was wonderful. The food was excellent. We tried several different beers from their tap. Great variety & people ordered at the table, the meat and cheese plate that does come with the pretzel which was awesome and then a couple people got the Brotz. Another person got like the variety plate and then there’s someone had the salad because they had an extreme allergy, which they totally accommodated. another person got the pork shank. Overall the food was amazing but the big winner was the apple strudel.

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Beef Stroganoff

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