Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden
A unique pizza joint nestled into a hillside, offering creative pizzas, local brews, and a memorable patio dining experience.
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Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden
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Must-see attractions
A unique pizza joint nestled into a hillside, offering creative pizzas, local brews, and a memorable patio dining experience.
"Seriously, the best pizza! The service was awesome, and the pizza was probably the best that we’ve ever had."
Enjoy the Patio
Visit during warmer months to savor delicious pizza on the spacious, scenic patio. Outdoor seating is highly recommended.
Be Prepared for a Wait
Good pizza means popular pizza. Expect a wait, especially during peak times, but reviewers say it's worth it.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Pizza
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(501) 781-3405
Address
100 Exchange St, Hot Springs, AR 71901, USA
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Unique & Delicious Pizzas
From the veggie-packed 'Tree Hugger' to the loaded 'Dire Wolf', explore inventive pizzas with perfectly crisp yet chewy crusts.
Scenic Hillside Patio Dining
Enjoy your meal on a spacious patio carved into the hillside, offering beautiful views and a unique, memorable dining atmosphere.
Local Brews & Souvenir Cups
Savor a selection of local craft beers on tap, often served in fun, collectible souvenir cups for a taste of Hot Springs.
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Enjoy the Patio
Visit during warmer months to savor delicious pizza on the spacious, scenic patio. Outdoor seating is highly recommended.
Be Prepared for a Wait
Good pizza means popular pizza. Expect a wait, especially during peak times, but reviewers say it's worth it.
Try Local Brews
Explore the selection of local craft beers on tap to complement your pizza.
Gluten-Free Crust Available
Diners with dietary needs will appreciate the option for gluten-free crust.
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Enjoy the Patio
Visit during warmer months to savor delicious pizza on the spacious, scenic patio. Outdoor seating is highly recommended.
Be Prepared for a Wait
Good pizza means popular pizza. Expect a wait, especially during peak times, but reviewers say it's worth it.
Try Local Brews
Explore the selection of local craft beers on tap to complement your pizza.
Gluten-Free Crust Available
Diners with dietary needs will appreciate the option for gluten-free crust.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden is lauded for its exceptional pizza, with a crust praised for its perfect crunch and chew. Diners rave about the unique toppings and the vibrant atmosphere, especially the scenic patio. However, some reviews note inconsistencies in service and a limited domestic beer selection compared to the past.
"Best pizza I have had in the south. We visited in April with beautiful weather and had outdoor sitting. Our server was super helpful and attentive and most importantly the food was absolutely delicious. We had the tree hugger which I highly recommend. Not too much cheese and fresh veggies. Would definitely go again. It also had a nice decor and memorable artwork."
Herman S. Basra
"My husband and I had a full day of adventures in Hot Springs and wanted something quick and filling before heading back to our cabin.
We decided to try Grateful Head Pizza — and it did not disappoint! Your drink comes in a fun souvenir cup, and the pizza… oh my goodness, the crust! Perfectly crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside — absolute perfection. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water and wish we were back there again.
It’s a really fun spot perched on top of a big hill. We’ll definitely be returning on our next visit!"
Pam J.
"I really enjoyed coming to this place with my family. The waiter was courteous and talented playing his musical instruments while people waited for their pizza to arrive. He was also very knowledgeable about the different kinds of beer offered.
We were sat by the entrance which seemed a bit cramped, especially across from the restroom. The food was really good. My kid called it his new favorite pizza place. Too bad we're from Texas and can't drive up for a slice or two.
Overall, it was a nice experience with good food. We also got to keep the plastic cups the drinks came in as a souvenir."
Hector Ruiz
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Tree Hugger' with fresh veggies and the loaded 'Dire Wolf' are highly recommended by diners. The 'Casey Jones' and 'Cosmic Charlie' are also popular choices.
Yes, Grateful Head features a spacious and scenic patio carved into the hillside, which is a highlight for many visitors.
The 'Tree Hugger' pizza is a vegetarian option, featuring baby spinach, artichoke hearts, capers, and more.
Yes, the restaurant offers gluten-free crust as an option for their pizzas.
They offer a selection of local craft beers on tap and often serve drinks in collectible souvenir cups.
The restaurant is popular, and there can be a significant wait, especially during peak hours. Many reviewers state it's worth the wait.
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We ended our visit with dinner at Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden https://gratefulheadpizza.com/locations/hot-springs/, and with window shopping throughout the main strip. I have to plug Fat Bottomed Girls Cupcake Shoppe – they were on Cupcake Wars a few years ago – and the cupcakes were so good. My absolute fave was Wedding Cake – don’t visit Hot Springs without stopping there!.
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Tucked into the hillside away from the Main Street of shops and bathhouses, a large red sign of a teddy bear with antlers might catch your peripheral. This is Grateful Head, Hot Springs Arkansas’ premier pizza joint in town. Only the spacious outdoor patio is currently open due to COVID restrictions with plenty of room to comfortably, socially distance.
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Grateful Head Pizza Oven expanded from its original location in Hochatown, Oklahoma to Hot Springs several years ago. It is located in a renovated and restored downtown building on Exchange Street a block from bathhouse row. You can eat inside or if the weather is nice, eat on their large scenic outdoor mountainside patio.
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Located at 100 Exchange St. is Grateful Head, and located at 210 Central Ave. is Rolando's. Both are downtown, and both offer patio dining nearly in West Mountain. Grateful Head serves up some of the best pizza in town, while Rolando's grace's plates with traditional Central and South American cuisine.
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Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden gets a gold star for ambiance. Their hilltop patio is heaven, and don’t miss the little adjacent speakeasy they call The Gin Joint. Maxine’s is more bar than restaurant, offering live entertainment, karaoke and craft cocktails alongside Chicago-style deep dish.
Craft beverages abound in Hot Springs
Many restaurants in town serve craft beverages with local ties including popular pizza spots Deluca's at 831 Central and Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Beer Garden at 100 Exchange Street. And Steinhaus Keller at 801 Central features the largest selection of German and European beer in the state.
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Pizza was great and the house made ranch was awesome (which is saying something as a Texan). They even had gluten free crust which made Issa and I very happy. Even if the food wasn’t good, sitting outside on the side of a mountain with the National Park behind us was just amazing.
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Why You’ll Love It: Another great pizza joint in Hot Springs. Our friends, Jason & Rae of The Getaway Couple, say Grateful Head is better than Deluca’s….we don’t believe it, but we’re still friends!. What’s The Word: Matthew on Google Reviews says, “Pizza and beer.
December Weekend in Hot Springs, Arkansas – 2022
Another day, we enjoyed beer and pizza with hand-tossed crust at Grateful Head Pizza. The pizza and vibe reminded me a lot of Mellow Mushroom. Again, there is a fantastic outside patio, but it was a little chilly so we ate inside.
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This grateful dead themed pizza and beer garden is the perfect place to have some fun after a long day of vacationing. Enjoy their wide selection of beers and fire baked pizzas on their open patio, in the heart of downtown!
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Discover unique pizzas with fresh ingredients at Grateful Head Pizza Oven and Beer Garden in Hot Springs - where flavor meets relaxation.
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Another delicious spot we found was Grateful Head Pizza & Beer Garden with specialty pizzas, craft beer, and indoor and outdoor dining.
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Swing by Grateful Head’s pizzeria and beer garden in downtown Hot Springs for pizza, beers, and an amazingly-chill outdoor patio.
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