Hot Springs Restaurants|Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States

The Bugler

Name: The Bugler
Address: 2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, Arkansas, 71901, United States
Telephone: 501-363-4790

Elevated trackside dining in Hot Springs

VERIFIED LUXURY

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A day at the races reaches elegant new heights when you dine at The Bugler. Located trackside, the refined eatery provides a scenic perch from which to watch Oaklawn Hot Springs, Arkansas’ legendary horse races with a refreshing cocktail in hand.

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Our Inspector's Highlights

The Bugler’s prime location overlooking Oaklawn’s historic horse racing track is a huge draw. Soak up the race-day atmosphere from the restaurant’s terrace or dine inside to soak up the atmosphere in style.
Oaklawn’s steakhouse is hard to miss. A larger-than-life bronze statue of a bugler heralds your arrival, while a display of racing trophies frames the upscale restaurant's entrance.
The bread service is a surprising standout. Fresh-from-the-oven rolls are served with a trio of spreads: salted butter, tomato butter and a rich balsamic reduction.
The menu puts an international spin on steakhouse classics. Think seared scallops with jicama papaya mango slaw or a bourbon-glazed pork chop accompanied by chimichurri.
Don’t skip dessert at this Hot Springs restaurant. The Bugler elevates classic sweet treats, like Key lime cheesecake or strawberry shortcake topped with Grand Marnier-soaked fruit.

The Chef

Executive chef Ken Bredeson caught the culinary bug after traveling to Europe as a child, where he was exposed to new cuisines and ingredients that tantalized his budding palate.
Bredeson originally had designs on becoming a lawyer but chose to change career paths after working in kitchens to fund his law school degree.
To pursue his culinary passions, Bredeson moved to Lyon, France, to stage for three years in French fine dining kitchens.
Bredeson’s resume grew substantially after returning to the States, working in kitchens from New York to Nevada. With 20 years of casino resort experience under his belt, the talented toque was a top pick to helm Oaklawn’s culinary transformation.

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