Best Dinner Places to Eat in Lake Catherine

"Located on a winding road on the edge of Hot Springs National Park, Rolando’s Restaurante was established by Ecuador native Rolando Cuzco. The restaurant is housed in a historic building dating back to the 1800s and features a warm and welcoming interior and a patio area illuminated by twinkling tree lights. Specializing in traditional Latin American fare, the house specialty is quesadillas de chivo, which is grilled flour tortillas stuffed with goat’s cheese and green onion, topped with Argentinian mango sauce and available with either chicken or pork, with the option of additional shrimp."

"When your date is asking for some Latin cuisine, make your reservation for Rolando’s Restaurante. With three locations, it’s easy to see why they’ve expanded so much with a delicious fusion of South and Central American cuisines. When you’re ready to order, be sure to check out some of the house favorites, like the Popeye burrito or the fried tilapia."

"You will love their bean and corn-based salsa (different than the tomato based salsas that I’ve been used to). I tried my first mojito. They created this minty mixture with a blackberry compote which was delicious and refreshing!"

"Located on Hot Springs’ famous Bathhouse Row, the Superior Bathhouse Brewery and Distillery is located in a historical building constructed in 1916 in the classical revival style. The owners repurposed the property in 2012 as a brewery-cum-distillery. A restaurant and craft beer tasting room uses the natural spring water from the surrounding Hot Springs National Park to create its beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages."

"For a casual, quick (and vegetarian friendly) stop that won’t disappoint, check out the Superior Bathhouse. The Superior Bathouse Brewery and Distillery is the only brewery that is located within a US National Park. This restaurant is actually located in the bathhouse row within Hot Springs National Park (check out more things to do at Hot Springs National Park here)."

"Not only can you drink the hot springs water, you can also drink beer made with it, at Superior Bathhouse Brewery. The brewery and taproom is located in a historic bathhouse, offering everything from stouts to saisons to shandies and kombucha."

"The Pancake Shop comes highly recommended (with plenty of exclamation marks) from Arkansans everywhere. They have been serving up delicious breakfasts since 1940 and it is one of the oldest family-owned and operated restaurants in the state. “Once inside, get ready for a unique dining experience."

"You don’t want to miss the most important meal of the day if your team’s playing a big game at the Hot Springs Convention Center. You won’t have to if you go to The Pancake Shop. Serving all of the quintessential breakfast foods, this joint will be the perfect start to your day."

"Known one hundred years ago as the best bathhouse in Hot Springs, The Fordyce is now open to tours where guests can see its splendor. You’ll get personal insight into the most luxurious bathhouse on the row. The building also serves as Hot Springs National Park’s Visitor Center and Historical Museum."

"Why You’ll Love It: This is the official National Park center and they provide lots of opportunities to learn!. The main lobby has park guides to answer your questions. You can also explore multiple floors of historic equipment used in the early bath houses."

"1 of 8 bathhouses situated in Bathhouse Row, the Fordyce Bathhouse currently serves as a visitor center and is the largest bathhouse on this strip. The building consists of 3 main floors, a basement, and 2 courtyards."

"Open Monday through Saturday, The Porterhouse is located right in the center of downtown Hot Springs. If you happen to be there at the right time, you can meet the owners Penny and Joseph Gargano, who love to meet their customers. While known for delicious seafood and steak, don’t be afraid to try one of the burgers and comfort sandwiches."

"You might expect to find The Gangster Museum of America in New York, LA, or Chicago, but it’s conveniently located right in downtown Hot Springs. Guided tours are available, and the museum’s multiple rooms are decked out in different themes. You’ll likely find it fascinating learning about the lives of the guests who used to frequent the area."

"Hot Springs hasn’t always had the reputation as a sleepy town famous for its therapeutic warm mineral pools. In the ’20s and ‘30s, it was a rough and tumble place full of gangsters, elegant women, and high-rollers who came to gamble and enjoy the swank. Back in those days, the town was run by a notorious New York gangster who was on the run."

"Why You’ll Love It: From horror movie film fests to rockin’ concerts, you can get your dose of evening entertainment at Hot Springs Central Theater. What’s The Word: Chris on Google says, “Such a delightful theater full of the kind of charm and character you’ll never get at a big, chain multiplex.”. Hot Spring Arkansas Vibes: 6.4/10 If you time it right, you can catch a great show here!"