Catalpa Cafe And General Store

Randy is a culinary genius!!! I typically let him serve me whatever he deems best every time I visit! The key lime pie is out of this world! His combos usually have a little bit of the best of everything.

Never heard of this place till yesterday morning. Planned a scenic drive to visit my mom for the weekend in NWA after reading reviews thought it a no brainer. On arriving the parking lot (I thought was full) so I parked across the lane. Randy met me at the door to let me know that I was trespassing. I quickly moved my vehicle to where he indicated adjacent to his business. When I enter I was I little confused since he was the only ‘employee’? I quickly figured out the lunch menu was to the immediate right on the wall and I should seat myself. Although it was 10ish and breakfast or lunch was an option…since I saw no breakfast menu I opted for the juicy Lucy and beans.I later learned that breakfast is pretty simple and for the most part consists of what he’d prepared with a few options. I wasn’t disappointed with my choices! Patience is the key when you run across a gem like this when the owner is the only employee and has heard it all a thousand times…

Walked in looking for wifi, NO phone reception in area. While there figured wld grab a bite. Wow! We’re we surprised!!! Amazing food! Randy does everything himself, be patient if he’s packed! Will be worth the wait! Hubby had burger (BEST burger too!) BEST key lime pie! I don’t even like key lime pie! But this was to die for! Yummy! Plan on going back regularly.

Just when I thought life could not get any better...we found this marvelous place. Missed it the first time we tried but, found it today. Randy runs it by himself it appears. We got lucky and he wasn't too busy when we got there. I couldn't decide between pork or brisket tacos....he made me both. Life changing tacos. OMG. Make the time to go by and dine with Randy. He is truly an artist!

I have been to this area many times and never came this far East to try it out. Today was the day to do just that and we were more than satisfied. Great Burger and onion rings and just a real cool place to visit while enjoying the twisty roads of Arkansas on 2 wheels.

Some friends and I hiked a 35 mile section of the OHT, and noticed this cafe while we were setting up shuttle cars at different trailheads. After a quick Google search, we knew we were having lunch here after we finished up our hike. None of us regretted the decision.... WOW! Great burgers, friendly service, and oooh the pie (get the key lime). Wanted onion rings, but they were sold out... Which just means we have to hurry back so we can try them out. Thanks Randy!!

A great place to stop and eat if you're doing the TransAmerica Trail. We had brisket burgers and a hamburger. Both were delicious. It's unfortunately closing this year. The property is being sold and it sounds like the new owners do not want the cafe to continue. The current owner would like to keep it open up to Thanksgiving to do his annual Thanksgiving dinner. So stop by if you can. #TAT

I stopped by on a motorcycle & had a great early supper. Everything on the ever-changing daily menu sounded good. I had fried shrimp with a salad, homemade mac-n-cheese and some delicious mashed potatoes. Great experience & I'll be back. The chef loves to make great food!!