Wanted to try some local food on my work trip. Very good and so much food! I went on Tuesday whe
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Fat Jacks

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A historic downtown Hot Springs spot serving Cajun eats and oysters with a fun dive bar vibe and weekend karaoke.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

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Wanted to try some local food on my work trip. Very good and so much food! I went on Tuesday whe

Fat Jacks

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Must-see attractions

A historic downtown Hot Springs spot serving Cajun eats and oysters with a fun dive bar vibe and weekend karaoke.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Experience delicious Cajun food and a unique dive bar atmosphere with fun karaoke nights!"

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Bring a Sharpie!

Leave your mark on the walls! Bring a sharpie to add your name or mementos to the decor.

Weekend Karaoke

For a lively experience with music, visit on the weekends for their popular karaoke sessions.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens Thursday 11AM

Cuisine

Cajun & Creole

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(501) 623-5225

Address

101 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901, USA

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Medium

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Lively Karaoke Nights

Lively Karaoke Nights

Belt out your favorite tunes upstairs at Fat Jack's, with karaoke sessions happening every weekend.

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Cajun & Creole Delights

Cajun & Creole Delights

Savor authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine, with a particular recommendation for the pasta with creole sauce.

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Unique Dive Bar Ambiance

Unique Dive Bar Ambiance

Soak in the cozy, laid-back atmosphere with wood booths and walls covered in customer mementos.

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Last night at Fat Jacks, @kaylabrinsfield was channeling her inner #WhitneyHouston ! That could be you on our stage! Come sing #karaoke with me and J-Roc every Friday and Saturday night in beautiful Downtown #HotSprings #Arkansas ! #nightlife #popmusic
@daveellisgrim
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Bring a Sharpie!

Leave your mark on the walls! Bring a sharpie to add your name or mementos to the decor.

Weekend Karaoke

For a lively experience with music, visit on the weekends for their popular karaoke sessions.

So, yeah! I'm back on #TikTok with a vengeance!😈 This is also from a while back. #SummerOf69 by @bryanadams at #FatJacksHS ! Come sing #karaoke with me in historic Downtown #HotSprings #Arkansas ! #fyp #nightlife @Fat Jacks Bar & Grill
@daveellisgrim
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Here's Leslie #singing #ImTheOnlyOne by #MelissaEtheridge at #FatJacksHS in historic Downtown #HotSprings #Arkansas ! Join me there for Hot Springs' #1 #karaoke show every weekend! #karaoketiktok #karaokenight #foryou #foryoupage #fypage #fyp #nightlife #cajunseafood #Rock #RockMusic #RockAndRoll
@daveellisgrim
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Pasta with Creole Sauce

Patrons highly recommend trying the pasta with creole sauce for a flavorful Cajun dish.

That's my good buddy, Will, singin #AmericanWoman by @Lenny Kravitz at #FatJacksHS in historic Downtown #HotSprings #Arkansas ! You can too, every weekend! #karaoke #nightlife #cajunseafood #fyp #fypage #Rock #RockMusic #RockAndRoll #music #LennyKravitz #TheGuessWho
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Bring a Sharpie!

Leave your mark on the walls! Bring a sharpie to add your name or mementos to the decor.

Weekend Karaoke

For a lively experience with music, visit on the weekends for their popular karaoke sessions.

Pasta with Creole Sauce

Patrons highly recommend trying the pasta with creole sauce for a flavorful Cajun dish.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Fat Jack's offers a unique dive bar atmosphere with Cajun and Creole dishes, and lively weekend karaoke. While some reviewers praise the oysters and pasta with creole sauce, others have experienced inconsistent food quality and slow service. The fun ambiance and karaoke are often highlighted as major draws.

"The crab cakes were delicious 😋! Had the Cajun pickle chips, however I didn't really taste any "Cajun". They were still cooked perfectly tho. The trifecta platter we subbed the fish for chicken. Had it not been for the chicken there would have hardly been any meat on the plate. And the chicken batter could stand to be seasoned better."

Tiffanie Starkey

"I was the only person there as it was late in the evening, about an hour before closing. The bartender was attentive and quick. My order arrived soon after.

Get the meat pies! They were delicious little bites of hot, pastry perfection. It reminded me of the meat pies found in gas stations on the LA/AR border.

The red beans and rice were definitely more beans than rice, which threw off the ratio. It had an artificial liquid smoke flavor to it, hence the 4 stars.

I will eat here again when I'm in town next."

Dana Simpkins

"I really wanted to like this place, but it was a disappointment. I kicked myself afterwards because after seeing the flies in the window (3 alive and 2 dead) I should have left....I did not sigh. I ordered the gumbo but had to send it back because it was extremely salty. I ordered the etoufe instead, and it was better. We also ordered red beans and rice, which tasted like canned pork n beans. The platter was okay. The service was slow, but the servers were lovely. Approximately 15 minutes after leaving my stomach began hurting and I grew nauseous. Needless to say, I won't return."

J.A. Kinsey

What People Like

Lively karaoke nights
Cajun and Creole flavors
Unique dive bar atmosphere

What People Dislike

Inconsistent food quality
Slow service
Salty or undercooked dishes

Frequently Asked Questions

Many patrons recommend the oysters, pasta with creole sauce, and meat pies. The ribs are also a popular choice for BBQ lovers.

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Yes, Fat Jack's features lively karaoke nights upstairs every Friday and Saturday, often drawing enthusiastic performers.

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It's known for its unique dive bar feel with cozy wood booths and walls covered in customer mementos. There's also an outdoor patio overlooking a natural rock mountain.

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Absolutely! It's a tradition to bring a sharpie and leave your mark on the walls, which are filled with names and mementos.

Yes, Fat Jack's has a covered patio where you can enjoy your meal with a view of the natural rock mountain.

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