Ole Sawmill Cafe

Food was very good but variety was not expansive. All the basics covered but more variety would be nice. (Like Shoney's). Loved the setting. It looks like a mini Cracker Barrel. Really cool gift shop in the restaurant front. They have both a menu and a buffet. We chose buffet to keep it short since we weee traveling. We enjoyed this and it was a nice change from a common chain. Lots of themed decor down to the little details. Cute little gem and great change of pace.

Giftshop has nostalgic atmosphere and fun. I love Elvis and enjoy browsing the giftshop. Foods are OK, sevice is not great. We will be back for the giftshop.

Large selection of foods to choose from on the buffet. Everything was hot and fresh even for a late dinner. Our server was friendly, fast, and efficient when taking our order. Drinks were brought out before we had even come back from the buffet line. Really nice place with down home style cooked meals.

My first trip in to Forrest City, Arkansas and after checking in, I asked a local if there was a great place to eat near the hotel. She recommended the Ole Sawmill Cafe. When I asked her what type of foods they served, she said... just like a Cracker Barrel and as matter of fact, she said that the Ole Sawmill Cafe was the inspiration for the start of Cracker Barrel... hmmmm.. Well, she was absolutely right. Even the interior layout was similar and the food... well... I dug in to the all you could eat buffet . Everything was incredible... and the price was well below $20....awemazing!!!! Terrific gift shop coupled with perfect southern hospitality. My strongest recommendation for you to grab a fantastic meal in Forrest City, Arkansas.

The food was off the chain... Very flavorful, perfectly seasoned. The whole atmosphere was nostalgic. Wonderful place for family gathering. Thank you for the wonderful experience. I do recommend, and will revisit.