Cafe 1217

Cafe 1217

1217 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR

★★★★★4.6(831 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This cozy Hot Springs café charms visitors with its inviting counter display of fresh baked goods and a thoughtful menu of light lunches that go beyond typical coffee shop fare—think turtle brownies and creative sandwiches like their Gouda apple grilled cheese alongside reliable soups and salads. The warm, attentive staff and relaxed atmosphere make it equally suited for a quick caffeine fix or lingering over a leisurely meal with friends and family, with consistently high marks for both food quality and genuine hospitality.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Slow sitMeetingsFamily friendlyLight foodQuick grabPastriesTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Sandra Justus
★★★★★2 months ago

What a happy discovery. When enjoying Hot Springs on February 25th we decided to try this establishment because the menu offered variety of light sounding dishes. The staff greeted us warmly and we found a table. It took a while to from the menu because there were so many…

darrin ruddy
★★★★★2 months ago

Food & staff are on point. Helpful & tasty! Turtle brownie was great! They have many baked goods to choose. i got their version of the Monte Cristo and it was good (always ♥️ when raspberry jam is included). Wife got four different salads and like then all (especially…

Julia Marshall
★★★★★2 months ago

Cafe 1217 is a cozy little café serving soups, salads, and light lunch options. When you walk in to order at the counter, you’re greeted by a tempting display case filled with baked goods. The setup is casual and easy. Order at the counter, grab a glass and help yourself to…

Anna Lydon
★★★★★7 months ago

Visited a few years ago and was super excited to come back. The front staff were very nice but I saw the kitchen staff get flustered at one of them when after 25 minutes I asked how much longer it’d be for my apple and Gouda sandwich. Had my pup waiting in my car so was trying…

Jenny Finch
★★★★★7 months ago

Wonderful cafe. I had salad and gouda apple grilled cheese. They have a great variety and everyone was happy. They also have prepared foods and sides you can get to go.

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