Location: West Helena
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West Helena Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in West Helena
Helena–West Helena is the county seat of and the largest city within Phillips County, Arkansas, United States. The current city was consolidated, effective January 1, 2006, from the two Arkansas cities of Helena and West Helena. Helena is sited on lowlands between the Mississippi River and the eastern side of Crowley's Ridge. West Helena is located on the western side of Crowley's Ridge, a geographic anomaly in the typically flat Arkansas Delta. The Helena Bridge, one of Arkansas' four Mississippi River bridges, carries U.S. Route 49 across to Mississippi. The combined population of the two cities was 15,012 at the 2000 census and at the 2010 census, the official population was 12,282.
Things to do in West Helena
1. The Bistro Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By ramcclain - Memphis, TN USA
I have been to the Bistro twice lately, and both times excellent. Service is outstanding, and food is very fresh and tasty. Have been for lunch both times. The last time, I ordered the chicken strips, and they were fabulous. Obviously hand breaded, perfectly cooked, and great fries and onion rings as well. On another occasion, I had the Philly Cheesestake, also great. Portions are very generous, and prices very reasonable. Also now has a bar. We will be a frequent customer, and highly recommend.
2. Bailee Mae's
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By clogmar - United Kingdom
We stopped in Helena to visit the Blues Museum, but before doing so we wanted to grab some food. At first we could not find anywhere and thought we were going to be disappointed. Then, we turned a corner and found Bailee Mae's. It is quite tucked away, so we almost missed it!
We were welcomed warmly and enjoyed great eggs, salad and coffee. Would definitely recommend a visit to anyone going to Helena.
3. Westrock Coffee Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Kathleen Q
Anyone travelling to Helena during the end of September and beginning of October is in luck! This temporary coffee shop has a wonderfully mellow ambiance, comfortable seating, local artwork on the walls, and a simple yet satisfying selection of coffee and espresso drinks. Beans are roasted in Arkansas, and they are also for sale at the counter. Currently, this is the only actual coffee shop in Helena, which makes it difficult to give it a low rating, but so far the service has been friendly and the coffee delicious. Wi-fi is hopefully coming soon, which will really be a boon to downtown Helena.
4. Otis & Henry's Bar and Grill
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 11 reviews
Otis & Henry's Bar and Grill combines the comfort of a neighborhood bar and grill with delicious favorites you'd cook at home. Whet your appetite with our house specialty entrees or a delicious appetizer. Then pick from a list of delicious sandwiches, steak, ribs, chicken and more. Otis & Henry's offers great food at great prices.
Reviewed By prefecal - Portland, Oregon
The fried shrimp were good sized, nicely salted, tasty and remained crispy until cold. The fried green tomatoes with prawns was very good, but the prawns could have been seared. The thin crawfish sauce melded nicely to the dish. The pan bread that comes at...MoreHi there! We appreciate your generous and detailed review about your visit with us! We're so glad you enjoyed your meal, especially our fried green tomatoes and pan bread, we love those too. Please come back and see us again anytime!
5. El Rio Lindo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Toots0509 - Little Rock, Arkansas
We enjoyed our meal at this busy restaurant. I believe they were short staffed but the ones working really hustled and got us served in a timely manner. Just plain, good Mexican food and we enjoyed it very much. Would go back again if in the area. They do serve alcohol.
6. Southbound Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Under new ownership!!! located in Downtown Helena, The Tavern is locally owned and operated with a doctorate in southern hospitality and masters in good food. At The Tavern, we cover it all! Specializing in good food and great times! Whether you are looking to kick back with friends, listen to music, watch the game on the big screen, or just enjoy the food, we have what you are looking for!
Reviewed By Jaxfore
So we were in town for the King Biscuit and we happened into this place and glad we did? We had very fresh hot pizza and ice cold microbrew. All of the food coming out of the kitchen looked really good!
7. The Buffet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By scorpio1030 - East Saint Louis, Illinois
The buffet was nice and clean. The workers were very friendly and made the buffet visit enjoyable. They made sure that my husband and I were comfortable. When we had family dinner the workers were exceptional due to it being a busy night because of graduations.
The food was great and I'd eat there again!
8. August Moon Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Vanghus - California
So I've been on vacation for five days now driving across Alabama the "food state" or so I had read and I end up in Arkansas thinking that I am not interested in eating any more southern food because it's not at all what I have imagined. I went to culinary school and learned to cook quintessential "southern food", I watch movies and see "home cookin", Ive talked to guests at the shop who say "I miss my comfort food" and that's what I expected I would have eaten this whole week and was about to give up.
We went in and it was pretty much what we expected from a southern restaurant, regular people eating lunch before heading back to work. Except this place had a twist southern food and Chinese food. Under one roof. I was instantly worried that my experience would be the same as the rest but when my mashed potatoes and fried okra arrived with my dumplings on the side with a golden cornbread muffin, I thought, "this is what I've been looking for, now I just might be able to relate to "comfort food" stories" and I was right. From the service to the sweet tea to the friendly fond farewell I felt like I was in the south and hat I belonged there. Even though my wife and I stick out everywhere we go except San Francisco and New Orleans.
If you are in the area don't listen to anyone else or the hype surrounding much more touted restaurants in the area this is the place to go for lunch in he Helena twin cities area.
9. Downtown Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Evangelist Jaco... C - Helena, Arkansas, USA
We were looking for a place to eat breakfast, but they don't serve breakfast so we order lunch instead, my husband had fish, shrimp, fries and coleslaw and it was good. We also love the fact that there is a pool table. A place in town with a pool table and food this is awesome and definitely worth our time.
10. Old Town Buffet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Kathleen Q
In its previous life, this restaurant was a decent Chinese buffet. Under new management and ownership, however, it has really taken a turn for the better. In addition to new personnel, Old Town has new equipment and an upgraded menu. They now include some sushi (!!!) in their buffet offering, and the food is always hot. For those looking for some southern comfort food, they even have fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and the like.
