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The Bugler, Hot Springs, AR

The Bugler

4.8
4.8
1062 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for fine wines
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 Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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 1,062 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Little Rock

    Best Overall

  • Little Rock

    Best Food

  • Little Rock

    Best Service

  • Little Rock

    Best Ambience

  • Little Rock

    Best Value

  • Little Rock

    Innovative

  • Little Rock

    Great for fine wines

  • Little Rock

    Good for special occasions

  • Little Rock

    American

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Overall

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Food

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Service

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Ambience

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Best Value

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Innovative

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Great for fine wines

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bugler offers a "wonderful" dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Regulars rave about servers like Ashley and Johnny, who elevate the meal with their attentiveness. The atmosphere is "fantastic," making it ideal for special occasions. Don't miss the "delicious" pork chop and cheesecake dessert. Highly recommended!

1,062 Reviews
  1. Rosie

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came back to have the hamburger and fries. We've eaten the high price items and the lower end and have never been disappointed. I could only eat half of my meal, and my husband ate almost all and was stuffed

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  2. Jerry

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is great and so is the service. Johnny was excellent as our waiter!

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  3. Tom

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The steaks were very well prepared and tasted great. A bit on the high end for the price scale but not terrible. Salads and other accompaniments were very good as well. Our server was Ashley and she was Fantastic. Very attentive and great service without hovering. Get pleasant personality showed when we were greeted and we saw her the same with every table. Timing of plate deliveries was good. We were not rushed or ever felt ignored. Would definitely come back. Not knocking any of the other staff, but would ask for Ashley’s table again.

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  4. Judee

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Bugler is my favorite eating experience. This is a treat I enjoy during the holidays. The service is amazing.

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  5. Odis

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my go to spots for sure. Love the professionalism, the service, the food, the beverages, and the experience.

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  6. Pam

    Little Rock

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Quiet dining experience. Food has nice presentation and well prepared with a chef’s touch. Wait staff professional and knowledgeable of menu offerings

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  7. BethanyJ

    VIP

    Little Rock

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at The Bugler start to finish and our service was above and beyond. 10/10 experience

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  8. Chris

    Memphis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, as was the service. We had the sea bass and pork chops and were not disappointed!

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  9. Dakota

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    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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  10. Justin

    Little Rock

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    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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FAQs

The Bugler is rated 4.8 stars by 1062 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for The Bugler

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71901-7515

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Golf Links & Central Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Hot Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 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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