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The Bugler, Hot Springs, AR

The Bugler

4.6
4.6
751 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Seafood, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 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

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What 751 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Little Rock

    Great for fine wines

  • Little Rock

    American

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Innovative

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    Great for fine wines

  • Little Rock / Central Arkansas

    American

  1. PhillipW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Food and service were excellent. Setting/atmosphere did not meet expectations. Restaurant was rather noisy for a finer dining experience. Dress code of "smart casual" was not enforced or adhered to. Many patrons / multiple tables were dressed in athletic/jogging shorts and t-shirts. Good food but would not recommend for a special occasion.

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  2. jamesp

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    While our original seating was too close to patio door (busy in & out by servers), Ashley, our very attentive waitress, switched tables for us. The presentation of wine, the artichoke heart appetizer, the birthday celebratory dessert...outstanding. We'll be back, probably asking for Ashley.

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  3. MidaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing! Great service 👏 It was our second time, our waiter was AMAZING 👏 🙌

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  4. JonathanG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    The food here is not at all what we expected from Oak Lawn. The best part of the dish was rolls and butter. We got a filet and chicken. We will not be going back.

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  5. JoanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Bugler was fabulous! The food, the service - our waiter Chris was wonderful, very attentive and knowledgeable about the food and beverages - and the view was lovely despite there were no races! Will definitely return!!

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  6. TroyR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Atmosphere the food and the service was excellent. I’d recommend this to any body that’s want to come in and have a nice quiet afternoon supper.

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  7. PatriciaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The sea bass was very good. Pork chop is very large and could feed two people easily. Very good!

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  8. Dot55

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place! The chocolate's are t0 die for. Thanks!

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  9. LindaD

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary. We had a great table overlooking the track. Our waiter Chris was awesome! Food was delicious and presentation was beautiful.

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  10. Charlie

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Excellent service as always!!!!!!!

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  11. ThomasM

    Little Rock

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    This place is convention-catering quality food priced like a Vegas high-end restaurant. My wife's pasta dish was obliterated, overcooked. The sauce resembled something out of a jar. Her appetizer salad was roughly chopped iceberg lettuce with a couple of cherry tomatoes. Iceberg....lettuce... My filet was decently grilled, but had no flavor at all, even with the herb butter. Just a ball of meat. There was zero evidence that this restaurant cooks fresh food: no grill smell, no cooking smells whatsoever. It was strange. The service was fine, if not covering for the fact that the quality of food was not worth the prices on the menu.

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  12. Lorie

    Amarillo

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love their lobster tails always fresh! Oysters & Seabass great too! Great waiter Chris!!

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  13. KayL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a really good experience at the Bugler. My husband had the sea bass and I had a small steak. Both were really good and our service was excellent. It was a stormy night and we got to watch it while enjoying our evening.

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  14. Corey

    Little Rock

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ashley was an amazing server. We were celebrating new jobs and we felt special from the moment we were seated. The food was excellent and the portions generous. Well worth a visit!

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  15. keithb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is a very nice place to eat and a great change for Hot Springs.

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  16. DaniellaS

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I came in with mediocre expectations and was really impressed! My Chilean Sea Bass was phenomenal!! Some of the best gulf coast oysters I’ve had. We will definitely be back!

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  17. Tiffany

    Little Rock

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dining experience. Top notch service from Rebecca. Steak and fish cooked perfectly. Great cocktails.

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  18. GlutenL

    Little Rock

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were visiting Hot Springs because of my husband's job, but I went along to make it a quick getaway. I wanted to find a fine dining sort of place because I like that kind of atmosphere and service and because I have food allergies. I find that in these type of places, the wait staff is pretty knowledgeable about allergies, the food and what's in it (compared to other places). When we came in, the hostess asked us about the allergies and made several notes on her computer, which seemed very thorough. I loved the food and thought it was great. I had the sea bass, which was fabulous. My husband had the lobster mac & cheese. He thought it was just OK, but he's very picky. It was a bit noisy when we were there, and the A/C was pretty high, so that wasn't very comfortable, and I think that was part of the reason he didn't like it very much. I had a delicious cosmo and the chilean seabass was very good. The view of the race track was very pretty as well. I hope to try it again some time.

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  19. BobT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding resturant! Food is great, service is amazing and a true hidden gem in hot springs.

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  20. MichaelA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated Anniversary with Potabella app. Sea Bass was excellent and very much appreciated Chef’s complementary bites and Cheesecake!

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  21. tanisb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Chris was fantastic and the food was outstanding! All of the staff is polite and courteous.

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  22. KatS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent all around! Had our anniversary dinner and the portions were large! Drinks, appetizers, dinner, and desert while watching the horses race by was an incredible experience!

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  23. SandraM

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful evening meal. The food was fabulous and the service was outstanding. My husband had short ribs and I had the Salmone. Both were very well prepared and the sides were generous. We came back later for dessert and French Press. Desserts were decadent and since it was late in the evening we ate at the bar. The bartender was very friendly and we enjoyed a leisurely time.

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  24. ARF118

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food and service was excellent. Braised ribs fabulous. Bolognese had fresh pasta that was cooked well. However the Bolognese is not a true bolognese, hence the 4 stars. The crab cakes were delicious. If you love french onion soup the bugler’s is the best! Great restaurant which has views of the race course which was cool!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great sat where we could see the horses run 👏👏❤️

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  26. SherryS

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Bugler NEVER disappoints! The food is always great and the service is fantastic!! Our server, Ashley, consistently does a fabulous job of making such our every dining need is met!

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  27. StanJ

    Little Rock

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So we actually ate two nights in a row. First night celebrating our 26th anniversary. Kiya our server was fantastic. The food was outstanding. Servings not only were delicious and well prepared, they were plentiful. I had the Sea Bass and my wife had the Mushroom Risotto. The Sea Bass was oh so good and the Risotto was delicious as well. Second night, we decided to tone it down. We did a few of the "Starters" a salad and a baked potato and dessert. Ashley, our server was equally attentive and fantastic. Both nights we were greeted by Lucy and Victoria with a very nice "happy anniversary." Both servers wished us the same. First night we were served a dessert of Cheesecake, compliments of the house for our anniversary. The second night we again were offered the cheesecake on the house, thought that was a pretty awesome touch. Loved everything about The Bugler and will surely go back.

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  28. CindyP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The perfect place to celebrate the birthday of a dear friend. Everything was just right including the complimentary birthday cheesecake. Highly recommend.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Bugler was amazing. My steak was perfectly cooked. The strawberry shortcake is definitely something one needs to order. We definitely be coming back.

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  30. DonnaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best atmosphere! Excellent food and service! Our waiter was excellent !!!

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  31. DonaldM

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I brought guests. We all had a great time. The food and service was what is always expected "excellent ".

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  32. Villager

    Hawaii

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Expected better food than we received. I ordered the seafood trio. Large shrimp (good) were overcooked, and several were not deveined (bad). Wedge salad was prepared using lettuce that was past its prime. It was not at all crisp and the croutons were soggy. The complimentary cheesecake desert was excellent. Service, ambiance and the view were very good. I felt that the portions were quite a bit larger than they needed to be.

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  33. StanG

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our anniversary. The staff made it very special, including the valet who sang to us at the entry. Everything was perfect.

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  34. ForrestR

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I DO NOT WRITE REVIEWS AND IF THIS IS REQUIRED DO NOT ACCEPT MY SURVEY

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  35. JamesC

    Little Rock

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chris did an outstanding as our waiter!! We were glad we chose them for dinner.

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  36. GinaW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the Bugler!! Took a group of my girlfriends for brunch and we had a great time, food and service was outstanding!!

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  37. RuRu

    Charleston

    79 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    The French onion soup came out cold!! The cheese was not even melted. Sent it back to get heated! My entree, the cedar plank salmon, was very good. Served w: a nice sauce, asparagus and jasmine rice. My friends entree was not good. The bacon wrapped BBQ shrimp were was over cooked, to the point of being dry and tough. And, they were slathered in BBQ sauce!!!! Our idea of BBQ shrimp are simmering in a bowl of melted butter, Worcestershire sauce and cajun seasonings!!!! Can’t say I would go back for 147.00 mediocre dinner. JD, our waiter, was awesome!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food and service!

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  39. JustPo

    Little Rock

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific service and incredible food with a great view of the first turn of the track at Oaklawn. We’ll return again to try different dishes!

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  40. RickT

    Little Rock

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    JD was our waiter and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for us!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Bugler is rated 4.6 stars by 751 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 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

    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • 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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