Jesse James Foods

A breakfast burrito that rides the rails straight into legend. Some meals feed you. Others announce themselves—plant a flag in your memory and refuse to leave. Jesse James Foods, a train-car restaurant tucked into Batesville, Arkansas, does the latter with the confidence of a place that knows exactly who it is and what it’s doing. I arrived from Austin with the quiet skepticism of someone who’s eaten well and often. I left recalibrated. The stage is already set the moment you step inside: a railcar theme reborn as a diner, humming with the kind of honest energy that only comes from food made by people who care. And at the center of it all is Jesse himself—part conductor, part craftsman, wholly in command of his kitchen. I ordered two takeout breakfast burritos (mom in hospital) that

OMG y’all!!! Award winning melt in your mouth, shake your butt, juicy finger drippin amazing burgers!!!! The Glenda Boudin is like a creole party in your mouth and brought me back to those long nights in da bayou. A whole lotta Gris Gris thatta make a Cajun gator cry for more. Now the “Jesse James”… you taste the love. It’s is in every bite! That perfect Smokey taste on home loved bacon smothered with some Jesse James sauce will make you want to lay down your pistols. The BBQ sauce is enough to make you smack your momma. She might hit ya back and steal your burger. Folks this is a burger the outlaw would be proud of! Now get your butt on down there and try some of this local food. You tase the love in every bite! Did I mention their home made pickles. Put a fork in me. I’m filled with b

We like different and unique places to eat at. Jesse James fit that mold. FANTASTIC food, service, And Hometown atmosphere. Traveled 1.5 hours to eat here. And we will do it again. Great way to spend our anniversary lunch. ❤️ Thank you! Go and you won't regret it. We got a waffle breakfast sandwich and the special for the day, crabcake burger with sweet potato fries. 😋 😋 😋

This place is fire! I walked over from the hotel door to check it. The cook was incredibly friendly. Super nice guy. They new young waitress was sweet as can be. The food? Michelin ⭐️ quality. Burger was amazing. Cooked perfectly and nice & juicy. The hand cut fries are perfect. Hand cut and double fried. All fries should be like this. I’m here for business, and will plan return visit soon. The place is that good.

Just had the “Ozark Forager” burger at Jesse James Foods in Batesville. It’s in the old train car. I’m here to say, that is one of best burgers that has ever passed these lips. Everything on the menu looked amazing. Give them a try!! Ask for Montana. She took good care of us!!