The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Van Buren, May 2024

"Always excellent service, food, time, and payment. I love feeling like a family that everyone wud go out of their way to get the top 9f line and make..."

Michael West

Kfc

70/100 (2136 ratings)

Quick Bites

Fast Food

"They’re the best! Ok, this KFC is also a Taco Bell and my sister and I ordered some drinks and the sweet tea was perfect! (They also have them to..."

Graceann Conn

Colton's Steak House & Grill

78/100 (1968 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Brought my boyfriend in tonight for Father's Day and Donna was our server. Hands down some of the best service I've ever had. I'm also a server, and..."

Kiersten Nicely

"Very nice and relaxing place to have dinner or lunch, we had Tracy for our waitress and she was over the top. She had our order just right and keep..."

Brent Hill

"Excellent food and excellent service. Great place to eat and they are so very happy to accommodate large groups. You are missing a fantastic meal..."

Sandy Franks

"Tiffany the bartender was wonderful! Took great care of us! The food was great and the beer was awesome as well! Really enjoyed our dinner..."

Melvin LaBree

"I have eaten here several times and it has always been a good experience. The staff is nice and the food is always out..."

Matt Dean

"Love Coltons in Van Buren! Great food, even better service and the rolls are addictive! Best place in VB to eat, hands..."

Tommy Craft

"The best damn steak I've had in a while!! Good service too and good..."

Nichole Hatfield Astre

"My new favorite restaurant. Food was excellent. Employees were friendly. We had the very best server, Robert (from Talihina). Even though it was..."

Randa Higgs Hawkins

"One of the cleanest and friendliest restaurants we have been to in a very long time. The food was wonderful as well overall the food and atmosphere..."

Stacy Persinger

Chili's

74/100 (1939 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"4 star, only because of being short staffed. Service and food was excellent! I had a wonderful dinner and even better Birthday..."

Traci Feck

"Fort Smith location is on f*****g point. Had Meghan as a server/bartender. Loved everything. Drinks were perfect. Steak was cooked to perfection...."

Justin Nave

"Wow! That burger was amazing! This location takes pride in their customer service to the max. Everyone was so genuinely friendly and actually..."

Geannie Simmons

Long John Silver's

70/100 (1826 ratings)

"Awesome food and terrific staff. The guy named Chris was so sweet. He came by a few times and asked if everything was alright. He also asked me if he..."

Renea Morris

"I have a friend that loves to hear I don't eat fish but they have an awesome chicken sandwich which I ordered I forgot all the stuff that came on the..."

Catherine Riddell

Sonic Drive-in

85/100 (1804 ratings)

"This is by far the best Sonic around! Food is always fresh, correct and friendly..."

Kayla Hoffman

"Always fast and friendly service ........"

Amy Lynn Sehorn

"The young man working RIGHT now (didn't catch his name) is the politest guy! Such a pleasant fast food..."

Amanda Shores

"The person taking orders this morning is so pleasant and deserves a shout out. Thank you and great..."

Christy Greene

"That's where we buy breakfast when we go see our friends Lynn And..."

Flo Furr

"Best Sonic in the USA..."

Cheryl Yiengst

"My order is always customized and they always get it right the first time!! This place is the best! Very accurate and served HOT and..."

ShellLee Price

Taco Bell

79/100 (1551 ratings)

"Food is ALWAYS fresh when I go. Employees are always super nice and go above to make a good experience while waiting. To get your food is always..."

Hannah Cowart

"We went there for a late night snack, it was good food and not heat lamp..."

Carrie Driggers

"Very efficient and pleasant customer service! Fresh food and crispy..."

Jeff Hamilton

Braum's

78/100 (1531 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"A real old fashion great tasting burger. Friendly staff. Reasonably priced. Clean easy spot off of Interstate 40 to get a meal. Did I mention the..."

Karl Kruskopp

"Awesome store, ice cream & hamburger place. We stopped on our way back to Colorado. 1st time & I really liked it. I love the feel of the..."

Melissa Gazaway

"The night crew are very nice , quick service. (I've only been at night, so don't know about day crew) I recommend..... Good food and ice..."

Debbie Hays

"As always, love the ice cream! It is certainly a..."

Louis “Short Reviews” Short

"This Store has an Awesome crew! Okay hey we keep great together as a reminder. I watched and listened. The food was great, and he service was great!..."

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Arby's

73/100 (1478 ratings)

"Was ok. Had to wait a lo g time on our order. They were running slow and seemed to have a bit of attitude about it. Food was good though just way..."

Morwhsky Cork

"It's always a treat to grab a bite to eat at Arby's! Their signature shakes are legendary! The curly fries are famous! The sandwich skills are..."

Shayna “Shay” Kirby

"They have the half pound beef and cheddar a little over $10 for the whole meal but is it really a full half pound I don't believe they're weighing..."

BearGrease

Jc's Bar-b-q Place

89/100 (1472 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"They Catered some meat for our Christmas Pot Luck Dinner GPI FS last night! Everything was so so good.. Pulled Pork was super tasty, Brisket was so..."

Danielle Gray

"Excellent service. Fall off the bone delicious mouthwatering ribs. Pulled pork and sausage just as tasty. Baked beans and pies very tasty. Peach pie..."

Maby Tostado Montano

"Picked up the family pack #5 today for my son's birthday. Perfect amount of food. The food was amazing. I would recommend this to everyone if you..."

Amanda Yerby

"Our family had them cater our 4th of July party and the food was spectacular so we went back and was not disappointed. The brisket was amazing and..."

Nathan Hurst

"Being from Kansas City, I know BBQ and this is some of the very best BBQ I've ever had. Definitely the best BBQ I've had in Arkansas. The quality of..."

Margaret Speight McCain

"JC’s catered our shop Christmas dinner and it was amazing! Generous portions, ready and piping hot when they said it would be and very affordable..."

Mark Koenigseder

"Some of the best BBQ I've had. Had the ribs, fries and baked. That sweet BBQ sauce was to die for. Not sure if they have live music every night..."

Jason Raby

"Traveling on the 40 and we wanted bbq so we stopped in to JC’s. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. The food was awesome! Make sure you get the..."

Branden Fick

"The brisket was tender, moist and very good but the green beans are amazing. So good I could eat just them. Definitely our new favorite bbq place. ..."

S E

"This is the best BBQ i have in a very long time. The Brisket actually had the correct texture & moisture . Upon visual inspection you could tell it..."

Rance - medicine Man

"NICE FRIENDLY FOLKS LOVE THEIR..."

Gayle Wiley

"1st time here and it was pretty good. I had the JC which was a pulled pork sandwich with bacon and sausage on it. It tasted great I added the mild..."

jeremy riggs

"Excellent food. We bought 2, 3 meat meals. Enough leftovers for dinner the next..."

Dennis Gryner

Saku Saku

89/100 (1388 ratings)

"Best sushi, best hibachi. Best service, best prices. This has been the go to place for my family for awhile now-I don't even think about getting my..."

Maggie Fontaine

"This place is so cozy and the best tasting food for the money. Guaranteed to be better than Fuji’s, I hate sushi but this place served me a..."

Zach Harrington

"Absolutely love the food. Never an overfull feeling but the price is amazing. Not one thing on the menu I wouldn't..."

Jason Starrett

"This place is a local treasure! Great food and super friendly staff! So thankful that we have..."

Heather Speer

"I absolutely love this place. Amazing food at a great price. The staff are super friendly and make you feel at home from the minute you walk in until..."

Karessa Haley

"This food truck is exceptional! Definitely worth the money if you appreciate a great hibachi and flavorful sushi rolls! Can't wait to eat here..."

Hunter Shirley

"Excellent food every time. Their deep fried sushi is amazing, serving sizes are..."

Ken Kang

"I absolutely love this place me and my husband at the Hibachi in California roll sushi and we will definitely be eating there again I'm pregnant so I..."

Tilindia Graham

"First time visit! Friendly customer service. Hibachi steak and chicken ..delicious, tender and flavorful. Friend rice is the best!..."

Angie Redding Hamby

"This place is AWESOME! The food is just as good as Fuji and at a way better price! The staff is great..."

Sherri Alexander

"Omg I love the sushi! Great price and big pieces. And the habatchi has been good every time we've got it. My opinion, best sushi..."

Stephanie Nicole

"Love love love Saku Saku!!! Such friendly staff and yummy food at affordable prices. Can't beat it!..."

Hannah Perryman

"Love ❤️ This is our go to fast food take out. So good and the people are always super..."

Erica Bankston

"I love their rolls!!! Quick service and the sexy sauce is the best..."

George Edelen

"It’s the best place in town, maybe the world? Like in the Disney classic Ratatouille great food can come from anywhere, even Van Buren..."

Trusty

"Not a glamorous place to eat but the food is legit. We all enjoyed our dinner and will be back! Prices are reasonable. Only recommendations would be..."

Rob Stevenson (OK ROB)

"Everything was amazing! Food was fast, and delicious! We will definitely put this on our list to..."

Michelle Hesslen

"This place was AMAZING. Great customer service and REALLY good food. I wish I could live near this place and order every thing on the menu. Highly..."

Khaiyushi Lor

"Very good food with fair prices. They don't have alcohol. But that is part of being in a dry..."

Brad Hayes

"Always good sushi! The sushi portions are very big and I always get full off two rolls, even though I can't help but order more. Yum yum sauce is..."

Richard Kochli Silva

Burger King

70/100 (1307 ratings)

"The chicken sandwich with big chucks of white chicken was Great ... the sauce was special..."

Charlie Garrison

"Waited a lil longer than usual; however didn't mind as the friendly window cashier asked if we wanted to wait the few extra minutes on the fresh..."

Amanda Hayden

"Nice, friendly, clean inside. They also send great coupons in the mail. We used..."

Cynthia Corman

"Drive thru? Hard to find. Must have to be invited to it. In store transaction completed in a timely manner. Restrooms were..."

C. Sutterfield

"I’m honestly shocked this store has less than 5 Stars. I went in to grab to eat with my brother and had a coupon for a whopper meal. Front desk..."

Alex Rivera

La Huerta Grill

82/100 (1263 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Zaxby's

74/100 (1255 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I would of never thought a place that sells chicken tenders with crinkle cut fries and texas toast would be a Hit, but this place is!!!!!! Got the..."

James

"It's no Cane's.... The chicken here is solid. Not as good as other upstart chicken chains like Raising Cane's or Slim Chickens but still pretty good...."

Rufus

"AlyssaBeth took great care of us tonight!! She was so friendly and attentive to us. I couldn't remember what the number for the meal I wanted & she..."

Tracy Kron

Waffle House

83/100 (1213 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Always good basic grub. 24-hours. Best coffee in town. UPDATE Jan. 2017: this location is closing after 30+ years. New location will be 3/4 mile..."

Bob Collins (Stepcoach)

"The only place we found open on Christmas day. Was sad to see them work on Christmas day but at the same time so glad to find something that we could..."

Dharshini M

"Open 24 hours, near the interstate, and they're about to unveil their new store...located just down the same street as this one! Always a friendly..."

David Minks II

"Tasty American style breakfast at a good price. Hash browns are the bomb. If you are on the road this the place to..."

Jonathan Giles

"Always a great little place to fallback to. Never seems to be how long your gone. They always remember you and your order. That's customer..."

Jonathon Baker

Bob & Wanda’s Wagon Wheel Cafe

85/100 (1202 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Pizza Parlour

83/100 (1080 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

"Pizza is always hot and fresh owners are super nice people always great tasting Pizza . The thin crust is what makes me always come back to get some..."

Phantasm65

"Best Pizza in town and surrounding areas!!!! Owner kept the original pizza parlour pizza recipes....Don't miss the chance to try the best pizza in..."

David Anderson

"Although I do think its overpriced, I love their chopped Canadian bacon pizza and the taco..."

Akayebrown

"Good thin..."

PatC

"Setting the bar. I haven't found takeout pizza to live up to what these guys make. The place is not that clean inside but the pizza is..."

Chad

"Although I love many different pizza places - Pizza Parlour on Alma Hwy. is my all-time favorite!! Not only is their pizza always hot and fresh, the..."

Amber “Nikki” Breazzeal - Lincks

"Pizza parlour is the absolute best pizza place. I’ve been coming to pizza parlour since I was a kid. I moved to hot springs village Arkansas and..."

kimberly campbell

"Quality ingredients, quick takeout service, food is always great. Been eating here as long as I could remember. Sometimes when a place has been..."

Michael Skidmore

"best pizza ever looks like the pizza slices the class pizza..."

yert is

"The worst experience I've have had at a pizza establishment, it was very crowded which speaks highly of their popularity, and quality, I'll revise..."

S H

Frank's Italian Restaurant

74/100 (1036 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I have driven by this restaurant dozens of times and never thought of stopping. Italian is my least favorite and wouldn’t you know it, I married an..."

Phil Hutchins

"Amazing!! We even were witness to a proposal. Get the spinach artichoke dip. Yum. As well as the chicken parmigiana. There was enough food to feed us..."

Allison Hall

"Delicious food, great prices, exceptional service, and a very clean and well kept..."

Rachel Cochran

"The place was a little slow at 430 pm on a Sunday, wich was perfect for my wife and I as it made us feel special. But the alone time didn't last long..."

Chance Neidecker

"Very good food and nice atmosphere. Pictured is the Shrimp and Crab..."

Charles Kuster

"We were passing through Van Buren on a road trip and decided to give Frank's a try...so happy we did!! Delicious, hot food served up quickly in a..."

Sharmon Wood

Sonic Drive-in

"No doubt THE BEST Sonic in the area! If I’m in Ftsm I often wait until I’m almost home to get my fix simply because they are..."

Sharon Tadlock

"Best burger since I cooked at sonic. That was 30 years ago. Great job and great carhop..."

Tammy Houston

"Cassidy at the drive through is always so sweet! Thanks for the pup cup and yummy..."

HAVE_BOTS21

"Fastest fast food spot in the world. Paid for the order at the kiosk and the girl came with the food 30 seconds..."

Latoya Lester

China Buffet

79/100 (961 ratings)

Restaurants

Chinese

"I enjoy coming to eat here as a treat to my kids and myself. They are masterfully courteous and patient. I love the variety, as do my children. They..."

Dawn Harwood

"Ample parking, friendly staff. It was difficult getting refills on drinks, but everyone was very nice. Food was top notch! The honey chicken is..."

Amanda Elaine Standifer

"I personally love the food here, I think the food here taste much better than Asian Buffet in Fort Smith... The waitstaff here are nice and friendly...."

Debbie Hays

"Usually this restaurant has amazing food on the buffet and employees were awesome -when eating in the restaurant. HOWEVER, when ordering for..."

Lynn Weaver (Lynn)

The Vault 1905 Sports Grill

La Fiesta

Wheelchair Accessible

"I swear these men in here are not only super nice but hysterical. They make our dining experience with them so much fun! I love their energy! The..."

Sherry Landrum

"I've always had great experiences with the place. One waiter in specific, Francis, has always been extremely friendly. The food here is good for the..."

Mutater

"Always have great experiences and services at this location. The staff is very friendly and the food is well worth eating plus the prices are ..."

Robert Blackmon

"Staff is usually friendly with fast service, food is decent for tex mex in the area. Large drink selection at the..."

Andrew Heidelberg

Golden Wok

Wheelchair Accessible

"Best food .. service was great too .. Servers r curtious and very friendly .. if I don't like something they offer something else .. They know me..."

Deborah

"I love golden..."

Lula

"Yum yum. I love chinese food. I have eatten traditional and also americanised., both are good, I like the wok because they give you choices of spicey..."

Vicki

"Great Food, Great Service and Great Price!. My family and I love Golden Wok in Van Buren. I'm not sure if Steve is the owner or manager (or both) but..."

John

"I enjoy coming to eat here as a treat to my kids and myself. They are masterfully courteous and patient. I love the variety, as do my children. They..."

Dawn Harwood

"Ample parking, friendly staff. It was difficult getting refills on drinks, but everyone was very nice. Food was top notch! The honey chicken is..."

Amanda Elaine Standifer

"I personally love the food here, I think the food here taste much better than Asian Buffet in Fort Smith... The waitstaff here are nice and friendly...."

Debbie Hays

"Usually this restaurant has amazing food on the buffet and employees were awesome -when eating in the restaurant. HOWEVER, when ordering for..."

Lynn Weaver (Lynn)

El Lorito Mexican Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great lunch service even on Valentine's Day! I tried something new & it was awesome! Had the Mexrrito which had grilled steak, mushrooms, onions and..."

Tommy McClain

"We got to listen to a gentleman playing an accordion Sunday. It was great. Added to the aesthetic. Great food as always. And friendly staff. ..."

Jessica Waddle

"I love this place and the food is so good 🍲 love to eat here. And the employees are very nice and..."

KevinOMG13

"This is my all time Mexican restaurant stop. Love the tacos and so much more. I call in my order and it's ready to go by the time I get there about 8..."

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"Great Mexican restaurant! The Chicken special was really good & tasty! Nice place, clean, fast & friendly staff. Nice decorations. Great place to..."

Jimmy G

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Steak & Cheese

Turkey Bacon Ranch

Firehouse Steak Cheese Sub Pair

"Love Firehouse Subs!! We eat here on a regular basis and I have never had any complaints! Always 5 Star service and..."

Angela Gatewood

"The best subs anywhere! ! Fresh and filling. Always great service. I'm a regular at Firehouse!..."

Beverly Ball Johnson

"I love for what they stand for and represent. Never had something there that I didn't enjoy. Yes, they are a bit pricey, but I'm willing to pay for..."

Karen Denise

"Best customer service around. Hard to find that kind of service these..."

Jeremy Barnett

"Excellent! First time eating here. I'll for sure be..."

Rob Hardin

"Grilled cheese sandwich needed more cheese. Five cheese macoroni is awesome. Got jiped out of my bread crumbs on it though. Didnt get my firehat that..."

Janette Estes

"Great place to get a sub. The meatball sub is by far my favorite. The steamer is the only sub they have that I personally don't care for, but that..."

Darrin Turner

"The Engineer is my favorite! I haven't had a sandwich from here that I didn't..."

Special K

"The staff does a good job keeping the place clean and the line moving. Firehouse subs are the..."

Latoya Lester

"Very friendly staff and probably the best subs there..."

todd edwards

"$10 Philly cheese steak sub large way too much for one grown man to..."

Lee Gier

D's Family Restaurant

Country Fried Steak and Eggs

Sausage Biscuit

Rib Eye Steak and Eggs

Hillbilly Omelette Breakfast

Org Chief Salad

Razorback Omelette and Taters

Buffet Catfish and Hushpuppies

It's Buffet Fish Cabbage Spaghetti

Lunch Bar Cornbread Soup and Cinnamon Rolls

Burger and fries

Philly Cheese Omelet with Biscuit and Country Gravy

Chicken Tenders Platter

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fried Catfish Dinner was so good. They know how to cook fish. All the sides were great. Plenty to eat, couldn't finish it all had to bring some..."

Deborah Bardrick

"We happened upon D's while searching for something in the way of brunch. We were glad to see the "breakfast served all day" sign outside, and even..."

Melinda Burkholder

"We were in town from Baltimore for a friend’s wedding and wanted a local breakfast place. This place was great! The food portions were generous...."

Daniel Ray

"Great food. Excellent service. Love the fried..."

Samir Hejab

"We love this place. We eat here frequently. The food is good, home style. Servings are good size and the prices are fair. Great pancakes that..."

Motomama

"Food is good. Relaxed atmosphere even when busy. I don’t do buffet but it looks decent. Our family used to come here every Sunday and meet/eat..."

Nikita

"Good price, excellent food. Very clean and very excellent staff. Will..."

Yvonne Coakley

"Good food great..."

maurice solner

Zaxbys

70/100 (790 ratings)

Restaurants

Sit down

"I would of never thought a place that sells chicken tenders with crinkle cut fries and texas toast would be a Hit, but this place is!!!!!! Got the..."

James

"It's no Cane's.... The chicken here is solid. Not as good as other upstart chicken chains like Raising Cane's or Slim Chickens but still pretty good...."

Rufus

"AlyssaBeth took great care of us tonight!! She was so friendly and attentive to us. I couldn't remember what the number for the meal I wanted & she..."

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