
SQZBX Brewery & Pizza
A family-run brewery and pizza joint in Hot Springs, offering delicious craft beers and creatively decorated ambiance.

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SQZBX Brewery & Pizza

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A family-run brewery and pizza joint in Hot Springs, offering delicious craft beers and creatively decorated ambiance.
"The culinary balance on top was Michelin review worthy! A true foodie's hideout."
Try a Beer Flight
Sample a variety of their house-brewed beers by ordering a flight to discover your favorite.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Dine during less busy times to avoid wait times, as food is prepared with care.

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Cuisine
Pizza, Brewery
Price
Mid-range
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Michelin-Worthy Pizzas
Experience pizzas with incredible culinary balance, praised by reviewers for their quality. Gluten-free options are a standout.

Unique Ambiance & Decor
Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with creative aesthetics, featuring instruments used as unique decorations and lighting.

Craft Brews and Ciders
Savor freshly brewed Belgian and Stout beers, described as Michelin quality. Also offers ciders for non-beer drinkers.
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Try a Beer Flight
Sample a variety of their house-brewed beers by ordering a flight to discover your favorite.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Dine during less busy times to avoid wait times, as food is prepared with care.
Consider Back or Patio Seating
Opt for a more intimate dining experience by choosing seating in the back or on the patio.
Ask Staff for Recommendations
Engage with knowledgeable staff, like Tyler, for drink recommendations like Sage Against The Machine.
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Try a Beer Flight
Sample a variety of their house-brewed beers by ordering a flight to discover your favorite.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Dine during less busy times to avoid wait times, as food is prepared with care.
Consider Back or Patio Seating
Opt for a more intimate dining experience by choosing seating in the back or on the patio.
Ask Staff for Recommendations
Engage with knowledgeable staff, like Tyler, for drink recommendations like Sage Against The Machine.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
SQZBX Brewery & Pizza is celebrated for its exceptional pizzas, with some reviewers even deeming them Michelin-quality. The unique, instrument-filled decor creates a memorable atmosphere, and their house-brewed beers are also a major draw. While many praise the gluten-free options and friendly service, a few diners found the gluten-free crust disappointing or noted the use of canned mushrooms on one pizza.
"Wow, ordered a “Med” and had delivered to my table the best pizza I have had in years! The culinary balance on top was Michelin review worthy! Usually tourist spots are offering tourist trap prices for basic boring food. This is not that. A true foodies hideout hiding just off the tourist strip. I was equally impressed with their notably freshly brewed Belgian and Stout - both also Michelin quality drinking experiences. So I guess they deserve five stars as a pizza shop - and five stars for their brewery….doesnt fit in a google review.
Oh, and our server apologized for it taking so long because the first run of the pizzas came out “too crispy” so even on a Tuesday night 10minutes to close they are trained and conscientious enough to serve perfect pizzas."
Neil Cowley
"GORGEOUS patio space dripping with atmosphere. My lovely server was attentive and engaging.
The pizza was good (trust me, 4 stars for pizza is high from me), but the sausage was the standout! Per my server, I ordered the fungi with sausage. The mushrooms seemed to be canned, which was a bit of a disappointment. If I am incorrect, I apologize."
Beth England
"My favorite spot in the area. I love the aesthetics and the creative use of instruments as decoration and lights. Worth the walk and get a seat in the back. They have a patio too.
The gluten free pizza crust was cooked to perfection and my waitress was perfect."
Red Rose
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, SQZBX is known for its delicious gluten-free pizza crusts, which are a popular choice among diners.
The restaurant boasts a unique and cozy atmosphere with creative decor, including instruments used as wall art and lighting.
Absolutely! You can sample their Belgian and Stout beers, or try a flight to taste a variety.
Yes, SQZBX is very dog-friendly and will provide water bowls and even plain grilled chicken for your canine companions.
Popular choices include the Hot Honey pizza, Meathead pizza, and various salads. Their house-brewed beers are also highly recommended.
Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid waits. Staff members are knowledgeable and can offer great drink recommendations.
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Located in the vibrant town of Hot Springs, SQZBX Brewery & Pizza is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by food enthusiasts seeking a delightful culinary experience. As a family-run parlor, they serve up classic pizzas, salads, and subs, alongside their own house-brewed beer, creating a harmonious blend of flavors for every palate to savor. Diners have raved about the gooey and stretchy cheese that adorns their pizzas, making each bite a savory delight.
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SQZBX, aka ‘squeezebox’, is a family owned pizza spot and brewery located at 236 Ouachita Avenue. As to the types of brews people can find here, the inspiration comes from the German and Czech styes of brewing, in the tradition of the Reinheitsgebot, the 502 year old Bavarian beer purity law, using only water, malted and roasted grains, hops, and yeast. Hot Springs City Water is also used, which has an ideal chemistry for brewing lighter beers.
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Another recent pizza addition to Hot Springs is SQZBX Brewery & Pizza. Located in a renovated historic building that used to be a piano store, SQZBX offers great pizza and beer in a beautiful location. They make their fermented dough daily, let it cold-proof for a couple of days then hand toss it to make their charred, crispy outside crust pizzas with fresh ingredients.
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A pizza place, a brewery, and a FM radio station all in one – that’s the best way to describe SQZBX Brewery & Pizza Joint in downtown Hot Springs. Walk up to the window on Ouachita Avenue and you will see a disc jockey to the left and pizza dough being tossed high in the air to the right. SQZBX is short for “squeeze box,” another name for the accordion.
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SQZBX Brewery and Pizza – Another brewery in walking distance from Bathhouse Row is SQZBX, pronounced squeezebox, in ode to the owner being a professional accordionist. The beer comes directly out of the holding tank, it’s not even put into kegs!. Grab a salad and homemade pizza while you taste what they have on draft.
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If parents love craft beer and everyone loves pizza, SQZBX Pizzeria and Brewery is the perfect place to eat in Hot Springs with kids. I mean, pizza and beer – what’s more to love?. What was once a piano repair shop is now SQZBX Pizzeria and Brewery – a family-run, New Jersey-style pizza joint and craft brewery.
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Anchoring the Ouachita Historic District, SQZBX offers hand-tossed pizzas baked on a stone deck, diverse fresh salads, and sandwiches piled with old-school deli meats and cheeses. Enjoy SQZBX’s German-style beers brewed for drinking with great food in an award-winning historic building. Open daily at 11 a.m.
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I wanted to try at least one more pizza spot in Hot Springs to do a comparison so we went to a newer pizza spot called SQZBX and I love both of them. SQZBX pizzas come in three different sizes so you don’t have to commit to a giant pie. I got the pepperoni pizza and brought home leftovers with me.
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If your choice goes with more cheese, SQZBX Pizza Joint & Brewery is the answer. The name (Squeeze Box) refers to an accordion and the place is known for delicious craft beer, wine, or cider, but you can also order lemonade, coffee, tea and more.
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If you are in a hurry or want a meal that is easy to share, then pizza is probably your best option. You may choose between an 8 inch pizza to an 18 inch. Each pie here has its own personality and flavor bouquet, so you really can't go wrong.
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Everything made in house, by hand, with the freshest, best ingredients we can get. Hand-tossed pizza from the cold-fermented dough. Great Italian subs on our home-made rolls.
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