Dining Hot Spots in Hot Springs | RTX Traveler Magazine
AROUND TOWN
From pub food to fine dining Hot Springs has a wide variety of cuisines and restaurant options. Here are some local favorites for dining around town.
Italian
Luna Bella:
Known as one of Hot Springs’ best restaurants, Luna Bella serves Italian dishes with a modern flair. An extensive wine list is accompanied by favorites like the Avocado Shrimp Fettuccine, Veal Piccatta and Chicken Luna Bella. Reservations strongly suggested
Seafood
Mr. Whiskers:
Arkansas loves catfish and one of the best in town is at this casual dining spot. The menu is simple with shrimp or catfish served in a variety of ways including fried, blackened and boiled. The simple preparation allows for the flavor and quality of the seafood to speak for itself
Barbecue
Stubby’s Bar-B-Que:
Open since 1952 Stubby’s has been serving up hickory smoked barbecue for decades. Try one of their signature one pound smoked spuds like the Supreme, a velvety smooth potato stuffed with slaw, beans and sauce then topped off with chopped pork or beef.
Mexican
Nom Noms Mexican Grill-N-Chill:
This affordable spot serves up tortas, burritos and tacos using only the freshest ingredients made daily. Leave room for dessert as the ice cream is handmade. Carrot Cake, Avocado Cream and Rose Petal are just a few of the unique flavors you’ll find.
Dessert
Fat Bottomed Girls Cupcake Shoppe:
Featured on Food Network, this downtown cupcake shop offers a variety of flavors like Mint Chocolate Chip, Creme Brulee and the popular Salted Caramel; chocolate cake filled with salted caramel and topped with cream cheese icing drizzled with caramel.