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The Bugler, Hot Springs, AR

The Bugler

4.8
4.8
1054 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
The Bugler, overlooking Oaklawn's legendary racetrack, offers an array of culinary creations including Steaks, Fire and Ice Seafood Tower, Chilean Sea Bass and much more. Featuring handcrafted cocktails and wines from around the world. The Bugler staff looks forward to serving you. Reservations requests over party of 4 must call 501-363-4790. Messages left in the reservation may not be honored.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (501) 363-4790
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ken Bredeson
  • Neighborhood
    Hot Springs
  • Cross street
    Golf Links & Central Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,054 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Little Rock

    Best Overall

  • Little Rock

    Best Food

  • Little Rock

    Best Service

  • Little Rock

    Best Ambiance

  • Little Rock

    Best Value

  • Little Rock

    Innovative

  • Little Rock

    Healthy

  • Little Rock

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Little Rock

    Good for special occasions

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Overall

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Food

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Service

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Ambiance

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Value

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Innovative

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Healthy

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bugler impresses with its "exceptional food and service," offering a delightful dining experience. Guests rave about the "beautiful restaurant" ambiance and the "wonderful" servers, especially Heather and Ashley. Menu highlights include "perfectly cooked" steaks and "amazing" crab cakes. Despite occasional slow service, The Bugler remains a "wonderful choice" in Hot Springs.

1,054 Reviews
  1. Dakota

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to The Bugler to celebrate our one year anniversary. We had a great table with a sweeping view of the race track. Johnny was our waiter and gave us great advice on the menu top to bottom. The food was incredible and each course had subtle flavors that really pushed each dish over the top. Johnny was “Johnny on the spot” with service, knowledge, and above all else, kindness. He helped make our special day feel like it was special to The Bugler as well. Highly recommend him, the staff, and the food. Can’t wait to come back.

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  2. Justin

    Little Rock

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here. We both ordered a steak with traditional sides. Her steak wasn’t cooked to order and both steaks were charred. They didn’t not have a great taste. The asparagus was undercooked and had the same taste as the steak. Our waiter was great and made our first time experience fun but the food was not worth the price. Texas Roadhouse and Long Horns have better steaks for more than half the price. Although we knew the bill was going to be high, we assumed the food would have been outstanding but it was less than mediocre. I highly doubt we will return.

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  3. SharonW

    Little Rock

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love love the food and our waitress she was very happy and knowledgeable about everything she even called us by name

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  4. Shannon

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fabulous along with the service. I will eat there again.

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  5. Larry

    Little Rock

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service and outstanding food. It is so nice to find this level of service and attentiveness today.

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  6. Steve

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Ashley was exceptional. In fact, all the staff my wife and I encountered were remarkable. As for the food itself, my wife said the scallops were some of the best she has ever had. I had a 6 Oz filet and agree with my wife's assessment it was cooked to perfection. Not leaving out the bar. The cocktails were first rate and bartender provided expert service. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this establishment to anyone.

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  7. Jacob

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Johnny was an excellent waiter, elevated the dining experience ten-fold. Food was delicious. Overall a great dinner, the weather outside was perfect made it all the better.

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  8. Jay

    Little Rock

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service and food was excellent! Pre course specialty is very nice!

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  9. Cathy

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cassie is an excellent waitress! Our dinner was quite good. My husband thought the lamb was a perfectly done medium. He had the bacon brussel sprouts which were not hot when served and he said they were very hard. I had the 6oz filet w/bernaise sauce and it was a perfect medium. My garlic mashed potatoes could have used some warming. Overall, it was a very enjoyable evening!

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  10. jeff

    Springfield

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience !!!!! Loved our Anniversary celebration!!!

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FAQs

The Bugler is rated 4.8 stars by 1054 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Bugler

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901-7515

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Golf Links & Central Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Hot Springs
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ken Bredeson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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