Papa's Pub & Pizzeria
A beloved local tavern famous for its pizza-centric menu, lively sports bar atmosphere, and friendly service. A go-to spot for unique pizza creations.
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Papa's Pub & Pizzeria
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A beloved local tavern famous for its pizza-centric menu, lively sports bar atmosphere, and friendly service. A go-to spot for unique pizza creations.
Avoid Smoking Indoors
Dine on the patio to avoid the indoor smoking environment.
Strictly 21+
Bring your ID, as this establishment has a strict 21 years and over policy.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Pizza
Price
Mid-range
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Signature Pizzas
Dive into unique pizza creations like the 'Trash Can' or 'Goob's Special' with generous toppings.
Lively Pub Atmosphere
Enjoy a casual dining experience with friends, complete with sports, games, and friendly service.
Attentive Bartenders
Experience top-notch hospitality from the bartenders who make you feel welcome and well-served.
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Avoid Smoking Indoors
Dine on the patio to avoid the indoor smoking environment.
Strictly 21+
Bring your ID, as this establishment has a strict 21 years and over policy.
Best Times to Visit
For quiet lunches, visit with a partner; for lively evenings, go with friends.
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from all over the internet
Avoid Smoking Indoors
Dine on the patio to avoid the indoor smoking environment.
Strictly 21+
Bring your ID, as this establishment has a strict 21 years and over policy.
Best Times to Visit
For quiet lunches, visit with a partner; for lively evenings, go with friends.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Papa's Pub & Pizzeria is praised for its delicious and generously topped pizzas, often cited as the best in Fort Smith. The pub offers a lively atmosphere with friendly bartenders, making it a great spot for casual dining and watching sports. However, some reviews mention issues with service attentiveness, sauce levels, and occasional burnt pizzas, alongside a notable smoking policy that may deter some patrons.
"Absolutely amazing pizza and wings!! Super relaxed atmosphere and best customer service I've ever had in ft smith. I highly recommend this place. We had the chicken bacon ranch pizza (chicken had a really amazing smoked flavor!) and dry rub wings with their amazing whiskey sours. I wanna give a special shout out to the bartender lady. I didn't get her name but she was very patient with us, very informative and super sweet :) thank you for your amazing customer service skills and hospitality!"
A Person
"Stopped by Papa’s Pub & Pizzeria and tried the small combo pizza. It was generously loaded with toppings—definitely not skimpy in that department—but I was a little disappointed by the lack of sauce. I'll order extra sauce the next time.
Service was on the slower side; our waitress wasn’t very attentive, which made the experience feel a bit dragged out. One thing to note: it’s a smoking bar. That didn’t bother me personally, but it’s definitely something to keep in mind if you’re sensitive to smoke or have allergies."
Dolly
"Folks - this is the BEST pizza in Ft. Smith, and there are a LOT of Pizza offerings here. We regularly order pizza at least once a week, and this place ROCKS. We ordered the Meat Lover Pizza this time, and it was beyond amazing!!! The Pizza was weighty in volume, and the toppings were a lot for the money!!! Lately, it seems that all Pizza’s that we ordered have been so heavy on the sauce, and light on the toppings - but not here. There was ‘just enough sauce’ and like I’ve said, ‘more than enough toppings’. We are beyond hooked! The atmosphere (although we do take out) always seems great, the service is top notch, and the food simply amazing."
Koni Koenig
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is known for unique pizzas like the 'Trash Can' pizza and 'Goob's Special,' featuring generous amounts of toppings.
While it's a lively pub with a 21+ policy, families might prefer the patio area or opt for takeout to enjoy the pizza.
Yes, it is a smoking bar. If you prefer to avoid indoor smoking, the patio area is recommended.
The establishment has a strict 21 years and over policy, so be sure to bring your ID.
Service is generally described as friendly and attentive, especially from the bartenders. However, some reviews mention slower service at times.
Reservations are not explicitly mentioned, but the lively atmosphere suggests it can get busy, especially on evenings and weekends.
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Papa’s Pub and Pizzaria on Garrison Avenue was voted as the best bar and pizza in Fort Smith in 2018. Papa’s is a cool neighborhood dive bar with pool tables and many TVs showing sports. The friendly bar tenders make sure that you’re looked after, even when the place is busy.
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Papa's is the best pizza in town, and the beer's not bad either, although they don't brew it there. All the gals are the best. Wish the smoke wasn't there, but hey, the pizza still tastes great.Read More…
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