River City Bistro

"Wow! So I’m new to Ft. Smith! Got a real hankering for a NY style hot corn beef sandwich! Got referred to go to this place! Took one look at menu!! Oh ya!! Got the Ruben! Didn’t disappoint!! Very delicious! I’m all in as this is my go to sandwich hot spot! As I was waiting on my to go, a kind gentleman on his way out heard my conversation with the staff and told me EVERYTHING is Great here! That is should try the “wedding soup”! Next time I can’t wait! Great find!!! Thank you!"

"If you have a chance to stop here for food, I would do it. The food was great and the prices were good as well. Had the barbecue burger with housemaid chips, and it was delicious. Avocado toast was super yummy and came with home fries. The biscuits are so good there. I could eat just a plateful of the biscuits. The restaurant and bathrooms were super clean. The staff there were also super nice and friendly. Definitely a place to check out if you haven't. I would eat there again."

"I've been a fan of River City since moving to Fort Smith over a decade ago. I did a solo visit to their new location today for lunch - such a good decision. It was Friday lunch hour, but I was quickly seated by a front window. Chrysta was wonderful with her recommendations, attention, and presence. I had the "Two for $12" option with a bowl of corn chowder and half of a River City club sandwich on toasted sourdough. It was the perfect "warm and fill me up" lunch for the cold January weather, came out hot and well seasoned. Though I usually don't order dessert, Chrysta recommended the "big chocolate cake" slice - which she compared to the infamous chocolate cake from the movie Matilda. (She did not mislead me - this was the type of chocolate cake that your soul didn't know it needed!) The new location is a great refresh - featuring local art, great cuisine, and a modern bistro feel. Highly recommend if you're looking for a fresh but fast-but-not-fast-food lunch. Service was great, price was right, and I’ll be back!"

"Great service and atmosphere! I went on a busy Sunday at noon, but was seated immediately. My server was Cara, and she was very personable and attentive, although very busy. She took the time for a bit of personal conversation at each table, but still managed to do everything in a timely manner. The gyro sandwich (beef) was a little chewy, but probably because I'm accustomed to lamb. The tzatziki was good, though, with goat cheese and cucumbers. Homemade chips were mostly a little less than crisp, but the dill sauce with them was excellent, so I ate them all! The wine was palatable, though no selection. Atmosphere was busy but nice, like a quieter country Cafe. Outdoor seating looked nice, and indoors there is art for sale! (Including some excellent pieces by Cara Delozier!) The brunch offerings looked great, but I won't often choose anything else when Mediterranean food is available. I'll be back!"

"Small bistro with a fairly large exposed patio within a shopping center. We chose inside due to the heat and humidity. We were immediately and enthusiastically greeted upon entering the restaurant. I had a very good flavored and textured cranberry chicken salad sandwich on sourdough that cried out for a piece of lettuce and slightly overly thick house made chips with a nice creamy dill dip. My wife said her cheeseburger was one of the best she'd had in a while. She was also pleased with the fried mozzarella cheese as they were unusually shaped. Our server was punctual and friendly."