McGarity’s has a new reason to celebrate here in Eureka Springs. Evergreen Awards has named McGarity’s Restaurant & Irish Pub® the “Best Restaurant in Eureka Springs, Arkansas of 2026.” We’re raising a glass to our guests, our team, and the standout meals that brought us here.
Searching for a memorable meal in Eureka Springs? Make room for a restaurant with a story, a generous spirit, and food that steals the spotlight.
McGarity’s brings bold flavors and Irish warmth to the Ozarks. Bring your appetite to the celebration. This is a table worth gathering around.
An award-winning restaurant with plenty to celebrate
Our new Evergreen award joins a growing list of reasons to put McGarity’s on your dining plans. America’s Best Restaurants has featured McGarity’s. NWA Travel Guide named us a Top 10 restaurant. Our Irish pub rankings put us at #1 in Arkansas and #4 nationwide.
These honors celebrate our food, our service, and the welcome at your table. Our favorite reward comes when guests bring friends and send family our way. We love becoming part of their next Eureka Springs trip.
Read the official Evergreen Awards announcement.
Generous portions and flavors worth the trip
A memorable meal starts long before the first bite. You see the plate arrive, catch the aroma, and know you chose well. We cook your meal to order and serve it with flair. Our portions leave an impression from the first glance to the last bite.
Settle in with hearty shepherd’s pie crowned with mash, golden fish & chips, or a rich Irish stew. Explore seafood, burgers, and Italian-inspired pasta dishes. Our menu brings comfort and adventure to the same table, giving everyone a chance to find a new favorite.
Those mashed potatoes deserve a moment of their own. One guest’s review turned them into a story of “silken clouds of emotional support.” That kind of joy captures what we love about serving food: a familiar dish becomes the part of your evening you remember.
Looking through the best restaurants in Eureka Springs should make you hungry. Explore our current menus and picture your first forkful. Choose your favorite dish, bring an appetite, and leave room for a little indulgence.
Recipes gathered around the world, served in Eureka Springs
Owner Ken Jones is a retired U.S. Naval Officer whose 30 years of service took him around the world. Along the way, he collected recipes from local cooks and grandmothers who shared the food they made in their own homes.
McGarity’s character comes from those lived experiences. Behind the Irish favorites and global influences are real kitchens, real people, and recipes shared with pride. We carry that same pride to your table, one freshly prepared meal at a time.
Rich wood, curtained booths, and a proper Irish welcome
The setting deserves its share of the spotlight. Warm lighting, rich wood accents, and booths with curtains create an inviting Irish atmosphere. Take your seat, settle into the evening, and enjoy a dining room with as much character as the menu.
Staying at the Crescent Hotel or one of Eureka Springs’ many inns? Make McGarity’s part of your plans for the evening. Gather your group at our East Van Buren restaurant after a day exploring town.
For date night in Eureka Springs, our cozy booths offer a setting for good food and easy conversation. Bring your favorite person for dinner and share stories over a drink. Enjoy an evening worth lingering over.
Round out the evening with Guinness on draft, a craft beer, a glass from our wine list, or a signature cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating an occasion or enjoying a night away, we’ll help make your table feel special.
A table for families and different tastes
Among restaurants in Eureka Springs, we’re proud of the range our menu offers. Our vegan dishes and meat-free favorites give friends with different preferences more choices for a meal together. The kids’ menu helps families enjoy the same welcoming experience, with familiar favorites for younger diners.
Pulled pork fans can explore barbecue flavors in our Belfast BBQ Jackfruit Bun. This plant-based option comes with grilled cabbage and pickled onions. Explore a different side of Irish restaurant dining with a dish full of character.
Have an allergy or a dietary need? Please tell our team before ordering so we can discuss your options with the kitchen. Our chef decides which dishes we can prepare for your needs.
Serving our community with heart
Ken and his wife, Rachel, believe a warm welcome should reach people who need a helping hand, too. They personally fund freshly prepared meals for people in need, with no questions asked. They cover the full cost and do not accept donations.
Come celebrate Eureka Springs dining with us
Our best restaurant in Eureka Springs award calls for a celebration. It gives us fresh energy for every meal we serve. We’re grateful when guests include us in a vacation, a family tradition, or a favorite night out.
Visit McGarity’s Restaurant & Irish Pub at 2070 E Van Buren, Eureka Springs, Arkansas 72632. Reserve online for parties of 1–6. For parties of 7 or more, please call 479-363-6038 during our open hours. Check our website for current hours and plan your visit.
Thank you for being part of our story. Come celebrate the award and discover your favorite dish. Make McGarity’s part of your Eureka Springs story.
We’ll have the welcome ready. You bring the appetite. Sláinte! ☘️ ❤️