FIRST, A NOTE:
Plan to cook some nights.
There are no restaurants within delivery range of the lodge. The closest town for a sit-down meal is Jasper, 20 minutes away. Most groups cook two or three nights and drive in for one or two. The lodge kitchen is fully equipped, and a private chef can come to you — see Private Chef & Dining.
IN JASPER
Closest town. Walking distance, end to end.
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Classic small-town breakfast and lunch · open since 1909
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Biscuits and gravy, country fried steak, hand-cut fries. The kind of place where the waitresses know everyone and you'll be sat next to a farmer talking weather. Cash and card. Walk in.
Sit-down dinner · view of the Arkansas Grand Canyon
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The view from the dining room is the headline. Sunset over the canyon, steak and trout on the menu, a pie case that will get you in trouble. Reservation recommended on weekends.
Great food and live music
Italian, seafood, steaks, and the best burger you’ve ever had. BYOB wine. Live local music Friday & Saturday evenings. Closed Monday & Tuesday.
Neighborhood pizzeria wth salads and wings
A locally owned & operated neighborhood pizzeria, making our dough and sauce from scratch everyday! Also serving fresh salads, hot wings, and sandwiches. Mon & Tues: CLOSED, Wed - Sunday: 11 AM – 8 PM
TOTALLY WORTH THE DRIVE
Eureka Springs.
Ninety minutes from the lodge, but worth it for a long lunch and an afternoon of galleries. Three favorite picks if you only get one trip. Click the name to see their website.
Enjoy a quaint and eclectic dining experience in the heart of Historic Downtown Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Local Flavor Café offers fresh and creative dishes for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch... Local Flavor Café creates masterful cocktails and has extensive wine offerings to enhance your dining experience.
Nestled beneath the historic streets of Eureka Springs, Mud Street Cafe offers a one-of-a-kind underground dining experience. Renowned for its award-winning coffee, handcrafted espresso drinks, decadent desserts, full bar, and fresh-made cuisine, it's a favorite destination for locals and visitors alike. Be sure to join us for our popular Sunday Brunch, served every Sunday until 1:00 PM.
Rogue's Manor is a historic fine-dining restaurant and bar nestled in a Victorian-era building in downtown Eureka Springs, Arkansas, known for its upscale steaks, seafood, and classic American cuisine. With a cozy lounge, full bar, and romantic ambiance, it's a popular destination for special occasions and memorable dinners.
WHAT TO BRING HOME
Shopping & More~ worth seeing!
«A Wild Hare Gifts», located at 105 W Church Street in Jasper, Arkansas, is a highly praised boutique. Visitors and locals rave about its eclectic mix of trendy apparel, handbags, jewelry, and gifts. It also features a popular coffee and fruit smoothie bar. Closed Mondays.
The Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas, is a living history park dedicated to preserving and demonstrating the music, crafts, and heritage of the Ozark Mountains. It is the only state park of its kind in the United States.
aMUSEd Fine Art & Extraordinary Books in Eureka Springs
aMUSEd Fine Art & Extraordinary Books is a favorite, however, there are many awesome galleries packed into a few historic blocks. Super fun shopping experience, find the working bunny!!! First Saturday gallery walks bring everyone out, and most shops stay open late.
Mountain View Music is not your typical music store. It is a hub for some of the best folk musicians around, many of whom reside right here in Mountain View— The Folk Music Captial of the World!
From our favorite old-timers picking the classics on our front porch, to the award-winning youth old time and bluegrass bands rehearsing in our main room, we are here for every musician’s needs. More than a music store, we are a home for the folk music community.