8 Best Southern Restaurants near Van Buren

Willie's Wagon Wheel Café American • $
5300 Alma Hwy, Van Buren

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheese Burger and Onion Rings
Chicken Fried Chicken
Fried Green Tomatoes
Country Fried Steak
Fried Chocolate Pie
Biscuits and Gravy
Breakfast Burrito
Pancake and Bacon
Biscuits & Gravy
Haystack Skillet

“Some of the best food around. Great service everytime we have been there. Prices are good and the amount of food you get is more then plenty.“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews
Airedale Diner Family • $
39 Collum Ln E, Alma - 7.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Two Pancake Breakfast with Eggs Bacon Fried Potatoes
Chicken Fried Steak Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs with Bacon
Ham and Cheese Omelette
Country Fried Steak
Biscuits and Gravy
Fried Pork Chops
Fried Pickles
Cheese Sticks
Club Sandwich

“This place is great. It is clean with comfortably spaced tables. Food was delicious and the portions were huge. One of the best breakfast I’ve had while traveling. Give it a try!“

4.5 Superb80 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen Comfort Food • $
3907 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith - 7.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Country Fried Steak with Macaroni and Cheese & Mashed Potatoes
Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Chips \u0026 Homemade Queso
Smokehouse Burger and Fries
Honey Butter Croissants
Buffalo Chicken Wrapper
Cheddar's Cheese Fries
Chips & Homemade Queso
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Wisconsin Cheese Curds

“Cheddar’s offers a familiar, casual dining experience with a wide-ranging menu and a comfortable atmosphere. The space is well-kept and family-friendly, with a layout that accommodates both small groups and larger parties. Service during our visit was polite and steady—not rushed, but not particularly fast either.

The food was about what you’d expect from a national chain: hearty portions and approachable flavors. I tried one of the chicken-based entrées, which was well-cooked and satisfying, though nothing especially memorable. The sides were consistent and fresh, and the pricing felt reasonable for the portion sizes. If you’re looking for a reliable meal in a relaxed setting, it gets the job done.

That said, this isn’t necessarily a spot you go to for standout dishes or a unique culinary experience. It’s dependable comfort food, ideal for casual lunches or group dinners when you want something familiar and filling. Not much to critique, but not much that stood out either.“

4.3 Superb238 Reviews
Calico County Family • $
2401 S 56th St, Fort Smith - 5.46 miles

Customers` Favorites

Scramble Country Omelette with Chicken Fried Steak Biscuit and Gravy and Hash Browns
Calico County's Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Kids' Scrambled Egg with Sausage Patty
Calico County's Mixed Dinner Salad
Granny's Fresh Crispy Catfish
Biscuits and Gravy and More
Dusty's Hamburger Steak
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken and Dumplings
Fried Green Tomatoes

“Service and food were exceptional. I had the Southern fried chicken and gravy, greens, and baked squash. All were delicious. The peach cobbler for dessert completed a perfect lunch.“

4.3 Superb148 Reviews
Neumeier's Whippoorwill Restaurant Family • $
509 Garrison Ave, Fort Smith - 5.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salisbury Steak Mashed Okra and Roll
Mushroom Swiss Burger 1 3 lb
1 3 Pound Burger and Fries
Sweet Potato Casserole
Garrison Swiss Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Steak
Whippoorwill Burger
Whippoorwill Fries
Patty Melt Burger

“I didn't even know this restaurant existed...driving by saw a small sign out front!! I will DEFINITELY BE a return customer. Great food.“

4.2 Good76 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
1801 S Waldron Rd, Fort Smith - 5.13 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mashed Potatoes Fish Green Beans and Pot Roast
Bread Pudding and Apple Cobbler with Ice Cream
Steak and Meatloaf and Pulled BBQ Pork
Salad with and Cranberries
Pulled Pork&Beef Nachos
Bourbon Street Chicken
French Toast Breakfast
Smoked Pulled Pork
Chocolate Pudding
Macaroni & Cheese

“The carrot cake is out of this world, a rare treat that you won't find many places.“

4.2 Good225 Reviews
Catfish Hole Alma Seafood • $
24 Collum Ln W, Alma - 7.84 miles

Customers` Favorites

Frog Legs Stuffed Shrimp and Pepper Grilled Trout
Peach Fried Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Hush Puppies and Cole Slaw
Hush Puppies Appetizer
Small Catfish Dinner
Fried Catfish Fillets
Green Tomato Relish
Loaded Baked Potato
Hawaiian Chicken
Grilled Chicken

“Ate there on Father's Day.Waited an hour for a table but worth it. Food was delicious and service was great.“

4 Good82 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
431 N Hwy 71, Alma - 7.71 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Chicken with Corn Hashbrowns & Mashed Potatoes
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
House Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing
Stuffed Cheesecake Pancake Breakfast
Lemon Pepper Grilled Rainbow Trout
Maple Bacon Chicken Breast Dinner
Eggs Hashbrowns Bacon or Sausage
Lemon Pepper Grilled Trout
Loaded Baked Sweet Potato
Biscuits and Corn Muffins

“The food was excellent love the chicken pot pie ❤️“

4 Good262 Reviews