Location: Van Buren
Top Restaurants in Van Buren
Top Things to do in Van Buren
- 1. Fort Smith National Cemetery
- 2. Great Escape Mystery Rooms
- 3. Fort Smith National Historic Site
- 4. THOR Elite Firing Range and Gun Club
- 5. Drennan-Scott Historic Site
- 6. Fort Smith Museum of History
- 7. Chapters on Main
- 8. King Opera House
- 9. Van Buren River Valley Museum Association
- 10. Fort Smith Trolley Museum
Van Buren Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Van Buren
Van Buren /væn ˈbjʊərən/ is the second largest city in the Fort Smith, Arkansas-Oklahoma Metropolitan Statistical Area and the county seat of Crawford County, Arkansas, United States. The city is located directly northeast of Fort Smith at the Interstate 40 - Interstate 540 junction. The city was incorporated in 1845 and as of the 2010 census had a population of 22,791, ranking it as the state's 22nd largest city, behind Searcy.
Things to do in Van Buren
1. Frank's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By don7614 - Oklahoma
Looking for a place for dinner while entoute to eastern Tennessee, we happened upon Frank's and were glad we did. Great menu. Great service. And you can get an iced tea to go. Great bread as an appetiser as well.
2. Paul's Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Guwisti - Van Buren, Arkansas
I love the sugar cookies here, especially the ones decorated like toads! But the donuts just aren't that great. There are better places to get donuts in Van Buren.
3. Braum's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Bethany H - Memphis, Tennessee
Love this place and visit every time we head west. Their super-sized double waffle cones ($2.50) are not to be missed--every flavor we've tried has been delicious. Their 1/3 lb. burger combo for only $6 is also delicious and a deal. You can also buy their many flavor of ice cream by the half gallon.
4. Stirred Catering and Coffee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Locally owned and operated coffee and catering shop. Specialty coffee, chai, lemonade,tea, stirred sodas (similar to Italian Sodas) house-made sweet and savory muffins, brownies, cookies and various treats available 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. Lunch served 10:30 to 1:30. Lunch menu includes grilled sandwiches, wraps, salads and house-made chips, dip and sides. As well as a daily lunch special. We also provide full service catering. We have catering menus available on our website or Facebook menu. But we also enjoy creating menus to suit your catering needs perfectly!
Reviewed By missinfishin2 - Arkansas
Had lunch here with a friend. The Tuscan Turkey sandwich was very, very dry and was very plain. Ordered iced tea but all they have to offer is flavored tea. Ordered water and was given a cup to fill it myself. Had to ask for ice. Not much seating area. I was disappointed but will try again. Maybe better next time around.
5. Kopper Kettle Candies
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By ArkieTripHound
Old-fashioned chocolate-making in real copper kettles. Finest, fresh ingredients. Nuts are NEVER old! Enjoy nuts, chewies, truffles, and creams that aren't congealed! Excellent taste and variety of bark. Try one of each! A superior, tasty gift for any occasion.
6. Sweet Bay Coffee Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Steve W - Cedarville, Arkansas
This is the coffee shop where they will call you by name. Lots of locals hang out here and most of the staff have been here for a while. Great coffee and great place to hang out.
7. Colton's Steak House & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By kaytjc26
It's your average steak house. Good food but I wish they had a better variety. One of the only places in the county that serves alcohol.
8. Thai Curry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By GreggeryPeccary - Bowling Green, Kentucky
Place is a bit challenging to find in a strip mall off of the main drag Fayetteville St. My to-go order was ready when I got there about 10 minutes after ordering. Prices are very reasonable and portions quite large. Their hottest spice level is not hot by Thai standards. I had their basil rice dish with squid which I thought was pretty good but nothing outstanding. Nice choice in Van Buren.
9. Chili's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By Capt65 - Gilbert, Arizona
Had dinner here while traveling through. Sat at the bar and had good service food was presented well and tasted good. Shrimp Tacos and chicken wings. What's the typical Chili's meal.
10. Boom A Rang Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By ray m - Ormond Beach, Florida
My wife and I stopped for lunch expecting some great food. While the place is very unique, the food was disappointing. The menu offers breakfast all day, Sandwiches, i.e., BLT, Grilled Cheese, Grilled Chicken, Foot long Chili Dog, and more. Sides, i.e., Fries, Tots, Onions Rings, and more. They also have dinners, i.e., Chicken Fried Steak, 1/2 LB Hamburger Steak, and more. I chose the BLT and it was very bland with practically no Lettuce. My wife had the Grilled Cheese with a side of Onion Rings and they were both burned. The bread was burned, while the cheese wasn't melted. I did have a Milk Shake that was very thick, good; and the Iced Tea was also very good. The place had some good Rock-n-Roll music and great hollywood posters. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and polite. Wish it could have been better. I hope you find this review helpful in making your travel arrangements.
