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A great family vehicle like a used Honda Odyssey from our dealership deserves a great place to bring your family to for a meal out together. There are plenty of great family restaurants right here in the Fort Smith, AR area that let you get a great day out that's only a short drive away. Check out any of the restaurants that made our list below and your whole family will be in for a great time. more 1. Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen There's a meal for everyone at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, with options on the menu suitable for all different appetites. The grownups have great dishes like homemade chicken pot pie or ribeye steak to choose from, while the kids; menu has tasty options like a junior burger or penne pasta alfredo. Bring your whole family down to this place at 3907 Phoenix Avenue to enjoy a great meal together. 2. The Yellow Umbrella Need a crowd-pleasing meal your whole family can agree on? The burgers grilled up at The Yellow Umbrella certainly fit the bill. Whether you're craving the simple perfection of their hamburger deluxe or you want to go crazy with a chili burger or BBQ burger, every sandwich on the menu here is sure to be a hit with your family. Get a taste for yourself at 1608 S Greenwood Avenue. 3. Benson's Grill The family-friendly atmosphere at Benson's Grill makes it the perfect destination when you want to save yourself the trouble of cooking up a meal for your kids. Take your pick from their All American sandwich board and you can't go wrong, with options like a patty melt or a delicious reuben sandwich to choose from. Visit this spot anytime at 2515 Rogers Avenue. 4. Calico County A long-standing favorite in our area, Calico County is still one of the best places to bring your family to enjoy a quality meal together. They've got plenty of great meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner here, but the classic combo of tomato soup and grilled cheese is one of our absolute favorites. You won't be disappointed after dropping by at 2401 S 56th street for a bite to eat. 5. Lewis' Family Restaurant Great service will have your whole family leaving with a smile after a meal at Lewis' Family Restaurant. They do the breakfast classics you know and love to perfection here, like hash browns, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, and so much more. Check this local gem out at 5901 U.S. 71 South. Great meals are waiting right around the corner at these restaurants, and so is a five-star dealership experience. Come to Rath Auto Resources to get the best vehicles at the best prices!

Looking for a new spot to enjoy a family pizza night? Fort Smith, Arkansas, has several top pizzerias that serve up fresh, flavorful pies alongside tasty sides and refreshing drink options. 1. Jim's Razorback Pizza Jim's Razorback Pizza is a popular joint that offers pizza, pasta, salad, and other delicious menu options. It's located at 3501 Old Greenwood Road in Fort Smith. The in-house brick oven ensures that every pizza served is wood-fired for a crispy yet chewy crust and melted cheese. Start your meal with an order of Razor breadsticks or some world-famous wings. more On the pizza menu, you'll find traditional favorites and unique options. Diners love the Philly Steak pizza, which features sautéed onions and peppers, sliced steak, and Alfredo sauce. Another popular specialty pizza is the Spanish pie, piled high with bean sauce, Colby and jack cheese, sausage, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and black olives, served with salsa and jalapeno peppers. If you're not in the mood for pizza, you can try a salad, sandwich, or pasta bowl. 2. Larry's Pizza Larry's Pizza is a local restaurant that's known for being the home of the lazy man's buffet. The lunch and dinner buffet are available every day but Monday, allowing diners to sample different types of pizza and sides. You also get a drink, salad, and dessert with the buffet. If you decide not to dine in buffet style, you can enjoy a pizza topped with a wide range of meat and veggie options, aa salad, or a calzone. This spot also serves up tasty dessert pizzas with chocolate chips, banana pudding, Bavarian cream, peanut butter, and more. 3. Papa's Pub and Pizzaria Papa's Pub and Pizzaria is a great spot to enjoy a casual meal and your favorite drink. This joint was the 2018 winner of the Best Bar and Best Pizza awards from the city of Fort Smith. It's also a popular place to cheer on the local NCAA football team, the Razorbacks. A few of the favorite specialty pizzas include the bacon cheeseburger, topped with ground beef, bacon crumbles, and a five-cheese blend, and the Goob's Special, which features extra pepperoni and dry rib rub. Along with pizza, the menu includes chicken wings, spicy chicken bites, cheesy bread, and homemade ranch and blue cheese dressings. 4. Joe's Pizza and Pasta At Joe's Pizza and Pasta, you can enjoy freshly prepared Italian recipes from scratch. This spot strives to provide excellent service in a family-friendly location. The specialty pizza portion of the menu includes a white pizza topped with ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, a chef's supreme, and a meat lover's with pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, and Canadian bacon. Gluten-free and deep-dish Sicilian-style pizza are also available, as is pizza by the slice. Additional menu options include hot subs, salads, and traditional Italian pasta dishes. Instead of ordering from the typical chain for your next pizza night, try one of these local spots that will serve up a tasty meal. Everyone in the family will enjoy the flavors and toppings, along with the welcoming atmosphere at each location. Image via Pixabay.com

If bacon and eggs or sweet treats like pancakes and French toast aren't your things, then bagels are an excellent breakfast option. With so many bagel places to enjoy in Fort Smith, Arkansas, you can have everything from plain bagels with cream cheese to gourmet bagels with unique toppings. Take a look at the top four places for bagels around Fort Smith to enjoy a delicious breakfast. 1. Sweet Bay Coffee Co. Sweet Bay Coffee Co. is a relaxed coffeehouse with a rich assortment of specialty coffees and espresso drinks, smoothies, chai and teas, and a large menu with baked goods. You can get breakfast all day at Sweet Bay Coffee Co., including bagels, which come in flavors such as blueberry and cinnamon raisin. There are several topping options as well, such as butter and jelly or cream cheese in flavors including strawberry and honey almond. If you're in the mood for a heartier breakfast, you can get a bagel sandwich with eggs, cheese, bacon, ham, sausage, or veggies. more 2. Fort Smith Coffee Co. Fort Smith Coffee Co. is a coffee shop and roastery you won't want to pass up. With a huge menu of specialty drinks and food options, there's something for everyone. You can get everything from espresso drinks and chai tea to breakfast crepes and quiche. Fort Smith Coffee Co. bakes bagels daily from scratch, so you can enjoy a range of new options each day with your delicious brew. 3. Panera Bread Panera Bread is a chain bakery/cafe that offers freshly baked bagels, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, soups, teas, and coffees. You can choose from a wide selection of classic and gourmet bagels from the bakery, such as cinnamon swirl, blueberry, everything, and French toast bagels. You'll also find a wide selection of cream cheese flavors, such as honey walnut, garden veggie, chive and onion, and peanut butter, as well as bakery options, such as scrumptious scones, croissants, muffins, and more. If you're looking to get bagels for a group, Panera Bread offers bagel packs and baker's dozen and half-dozen boxes. 4. Dunkin' Donuts Dunkin' Donuts is a popular chain restaurant with coffee, breakfast sandwiches, pastries, donuts, and bagels. You can choose from a wide selection of bagel options, such as everything, cinnamon raisin, sesame seed, multigrain, and white cheddar bagels. Dunkin' Donuts also offers a range of hot and cold coffee and espresso beverages, teas, frozen drinks, breakfast sandwiches and wraps, and classic and seasonal donuts. If you need bagels for a group, you can get a pre-selected baker's dozen or select your own varieties. If you're craving bagels, check out one of these places in Fort Smith, Arkansas, for delicious and fresh bagels in unique flavors. Whether you're looking to grab some bagels for yourself, the office, or a brunch outing, these coffeehouses, cafes, and pastry shops offer a wide selection of bagels and accompaniments to keep everyone happy. Image via Pixabay.com

Barbecue for lunch or dinner is always a solid meal choice, especially in the Fort Smith, Arkansas area. Whether you're a fan of tasty ribs, chicken, or brisket, these four restaurants will satisfy your craving for barbecue. Neumeier's Rib Room If you love barbecue and music, Neumeier's Rib Room is the place to go. It's been an institution in Fort Smith since 1998 and features some of the best barbecues in the area. Delectable favorites on the menu include the pork loin baby back ribs, the chopped pork shoulder, and the chicken. Tamales are also a big favorite among the locals. more In addition to the great food, you'll appreciate being able to dine out and enjoy great music too. River Valley BBQ Barbecue in Arkansas focuses a lot on pork. River Valley BBQ in Fort Smith has its fair share, but it's also known for some very tasty beef brisket. The key to good barbecue is the meat and this restaurant cooks it just right. So you don't necessarily need barbecue sauce to enjoy it. In addition to ribs, brisket, and andouille sausage, River Valley serves up dishes like corn nuggets, baked potatoes, salad, and sandwiches. The restaurant also offers up specials that change on a daily basis. It's a good family-run restaurant to come to for lunch and dinner any time. Ralph's Pink Flamingo BBQ Ralph's Pink Flamingo BBQ started out as a barbecue competition team before becoming a full-fledged restaurant. What started out as fun competition outside of work quickly became about producing the best-tasting barbecue. One popular dish is the Judge's Platter, which consists of three baby back ribs, brisket, two pieces of sausage, pulled pork, two sides, and bread. It's perfect for sharing. Besides the barbecue, Ralph's Pink Flamingo also has delicious salads, baked potatoes, and even a barbecue burrito on the menu. Save room for one of the restaurant's sweet desserts too. Because of the restaurant's competition history, the interior features many of the awards that the team received while competing in the Kansas City Barbecue Society. You might also see some of the awards that the Fort Smith community has bestowed on the restaurant for its barbecue. The Whole Hog - Fort Smith The Whole Hog in Fort Smith offers many of the same dishes as the other restaurants on this list. It does manage to separate itself from the rest of the barbecue scene by offering food fast through features like a drive-thru window. Menu items include platters with a choice of pulled pork, ribs, chicken, brisket, or sausage with two sides and a roll. Outside of the traditional barbecue plates and sandwiches, try a specialty like barbecue nachos with your choice of meat or a loaded baked potato. Barbecue is something that Fort Smith takes very seriously. Each of the restaurants on this list has their own unique take on ribs, chicken, brisket, and sausage, including a few barbecue fusion dishes. Stop in at one of these great restaurants the next time you're in Fort Smith. Photo by David McSpadden | Licensed under cc BY 2.0

Barbecue has a long history of being one of the most sought-after cuisines no matter where you are. In fact, a good barbecue restaurant is a staple of any town, so you can find a good barbecue place almost anywhere. With so many places to choose from, finding the best can be a challenge. Here are three smokin' hot barbecue restaurants to tantalize your taste buds. Rib Room If you are looking for the best barbecue, then you'll want to start at Rib Room. Throughout Arkansas, Rib Room is known as the Arkansas State BBQ Champion of 1994, where it took home first place for its pork ribs. Rib Room specializes in ribs with a full menu that comes complete with all of the BBQ items that you would want. Not only are the ribs great, but the sides are exceptional as well. more If you are planning a party, Rib Room caters and can take your party to the next level. There are several catering options that can be prepared on-site or delivered. The restaurant is also available for private events on Sundays and Mondays with enough notice. Art's BBQ Over on Rogers Avenue, you can find Art's BBQ & Catering. Art's is a great place to get a great meal and watch the game. Many people come in for the sports and stay for the food. Art's specializes in burgers and sandwiches with many meat and toppings to choose from. The salads are good, too, if you are looking for a healthier option. It also has a large following on Facebook and keeps you updated regularly so that you know of the latest specials and what games will be on. Ralph's Pink Flamingo BBQ Another great place to try is Ralph's Pink Flamingo BBQ. Ralph's is also known for having contest-winning barbeque including its ribs. The menu focuses on sandwiches but has a lot of other options for you to choose from as well. The pulled pork is a common favorite, as well as the BBQ Bubba with pork, sausage, slaw, and onions. Regardless of what you choose, you are bound to find something good. If you like to cook your own BBQ but want a great sauce to get you started, Ralph's bottles and sells its own sauces. There are five varieties to choose from and they are reasonably priced. If you don't have time to stop in to pick it up, it can be shipped to you as well. Searching for the best barbecue spot in town can be a fun, tasty adventure. Whether you just want a good meal or you're a BBQ aficionado, you can't go wrong with a good barbecue restaurant. Before you start making the rounds to all of the barbecue spots in town, stop by Rath Auto Resources to make sure that your car is ready. You can get a tune-up, or you can check out the latest 2018 and 2017 vehicles on the lot. Either way, you can leave with a car that will help make sure that you get all of the best BBQ in town. Photo by F. D. Richards | Licensed under cc BY-SA 2.0

Foodies from near and far are beginning to notice the town of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and for good reason. It has several award-winning restaurants, where the best food is served by the best people. If you love going out for breakfast, then you're going to love the options in Fort Smith. From waffles and hash browns to French toast and omelets, it's a breakfast lover's paradise. Rath Auto Resources is proud of our city and its incredible restaurants. These are the five best restaurants to go for breakfast in Fort Smith. Calico County Calico County is a town icon that's known for serving traditional good ol' fashioned American comfort food and generous portions. The fresh ingredients and attentive staff create a recipe for a memorable and delicious meal. Try the awesome breakfast burrito, the chicken and waffle, or the mouthwatering biscuits smothered in sausage gravy. more The Egg and I The Egg and I is one of the best brunch spots in all of Fort Smith, and it serves a lot more than eggs. Try the veggie Benedict that's served with creamy, made-from-scratch hollandaise sauce. The cheesecake berry French toast is also a favorite. The service is always spot-on, and the food delicious, which is why they've been delighting customers for over a decade. Open every day from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., it's the ideal place to meet up with friends and family over great homemade tasting food. What else could you want? Waffle House If waffles are your thing, then the Waffle House is your restaurant. It may not be fancy, but it serves the best waffles in Fort Smith. From blueberry-topped German style waffles to buttermilk waffles the way mom used to make, it's a haven for all waffle lovers.  Also, make sure to try the homemade hash browns while you're there. They're to die for! Lucy's Diner Lucy's Diner is a favorite of the locals and one of Fort Smith's best-kept secrets (until now). It serves some of the best omelets in town. From the delicious Denver omelet to the veggie delight or traditional ham and cheese, they are all perfectly prepared. The generous portions mean you can easily share one with a friend or family member. Lucy's Diner also has crispy bacon and tasty hash browns. Lewis Family Restaurant Lewis Family Restaurant is just what it sounds like. It's owned and operated by one family, and the staff treats the customers like family, too! You can't go wrong with the mouthwatering French Toast that's made from fresh homemade bread. You won't even need syrup. The breakfast burritos are another local favorite. You'll always feel welcome at Lewis Family Restaurant. Going out for breakfast is a great way to relax and enjoy time with family or friends. Try a dish you normally don't eat or get your usual. You'll enjoy yourself either way. Treat your taste buds to some delicious food from one of these five restaurants in Fort Smith, and soon you'll know what all the buzz is about. Photo by Baha'i Views / Flitzy Phoebie | Licensed under cc by- nc-nd 2.0