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J&S Italian Villa


3.5 of 5 stars 11 ratings  |  Write a review
  • 4836 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913

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5 of 5 stars
alabamacoles   12 contributions
Brownsboro, AL
Sep 27, 2009

On our recent trip to Hot Springs, we were advised to eat at J & S....we did and truly enjoyed the dining experience. The food was delicious, the wine list was nice and the service was friendly....I had the fish special for the evening and enjoyed it very much. A must-have-again would be the escargot. Loved it. Note...the website states... more

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5 of 5 stars
sampietv   2 contributions
Memphis
Aug 11, 2009

Second year in a row that our family 10-12 people enjoyed this restaurant. The veal Marsella was wonderful aliong with the Caprese Salad. The owner and his staff and wonderful and the view of the lake was breathtaking. Would highly reccomend, will be back next year. more

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1 of 5 stars
pattycake55   3 contributions
dallas
Jul 28, 2009

We arrived at 7:40 and was not seated until 8:30. We were seated near a window, we would've enjoyed the view, however there were flies on the inside and spiders and webs on the outside. We waited 40 minutes for our fried calamari, was overcooked because it tasted rubbery - marinara was tasty. Then another 20 minutes before our salads... more

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5 of 5 stars
angel_born2fly   4 contributions
angel_born2fly
Jun 27, 2009

My husband and I visited J and S Italian Villa on our recent trip to Hot Springs, AR. It was the best dining experience of our whole trip! Our waitress was really nice and friendly and very willing to offer suggestions. The restaurant was very nice on the inside, and I really enjoyed looking at the family pictures posted on... more

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3 of 5 stars
sus9nr   8 contributions
Austin, Texas
Jun 27, 2009

We had high hopes for this restaurant but were disappointed. We started with the Calamari Fritti which was a little rubbery and greasy. the Veal in mushroom cream sauce was not as tender as I would have liked. The sauce was very rich but almost overpowered the taste of the veal. The Shrimp dish was ok the sauce was on... more

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4 of 5 stars
Gypsy4nfl   7 contributions
Crystal Springs, Arkansas
Jun 6, 2009

My son & his girlfriend took her mom and myself out for a Mother's Day dinner. We had never been to J's Italian Villa and were pleasantly impressed with the complete experience. From the wait staff to the view and decor, delectable food (we had appetizer, wine, bread, salad, entreé and shared a Tiramisu) to the visit from Jamal himself... more

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5 of 5 stars
samspensir   3 contributions
N.C.
May 15, 2009

Had an Orange Ruffy here better than anythung in Florence. Well staffed with friendly people. Beautiful view. Just a fine dining experience, and so ---not a budget place, but well priced for the quality. more

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2 of 5 stars
hsreviewer   13 contributions
Arkansas
Oct 6, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

The service was pleasant. Lake views were enjoyable. However the food is overpriced for the quality. more

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2 of 5 stars
jrhfam   2 contributions
Oklahoma City
Aug 2, 2008
2
people found this review helpful

The view of the lake was beautiful, the place was nice. It was understaffed and, the staff was not helpful and at times rude, especially to my 2year old son. The food was way overpriced $15.99 for a standard pasta dish $22 for two pieces of chicken and green beans $7.99 for every kid's meal item! If you want good... more

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5 of 5 stars
kimocat   12 contributions
Hot Springs Vlg., AR
Aug 1, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

Don't pay any attention to the current ranking of this wonderful restaurant. There aren't enough reviews yet to be that meaningful. That said, My husband and I have eaten here at least 10 times during the last few years, most recently two weeks ago. Every meal was excellent -- well prepared, well presented with impeccable service. Their home made salad... more

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J&S Italian Villa Address

4836 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.