Springdale has plenty of places to grab a quick breakfast, but Susan’s Restaurant is the spot locals recommend when you say you want the classic small-town diner experience. 🍳
From housemade pies and hearty Southern plates to friendly servers who remember your usual, this women-owned, mom-and-pop favorite has turned simple comfort food into something that feels like a weekly ritual for families, Razorback fans, and hungry travelers passing through Northwest Arkansas. 🥧✨
How Susan’s Restaurant won Springdale’s hearts
Locals first fell in love with Susan’s because it really is a true mom-and-pop story—a place built so the founder could raise her kids, cook everything from scratch, and keep prices in that sweet spot where regulars can afford to come often. 🍽️
Over time, the Southern-style breakfast and lunch classics became famous in Springdale, with regulars calling it their “favorite breakfast spot” and visitors noting how the generous portions and down-home recipes made the meal feel special, not rushed.
That kind of steady hospitality, paired with plates like chicken fried steak, omelets, and hazelnut cake, turned Susan’s into the go-to suggestion whenever someone asks where to get a “real” breakfast in Springdale. ☕
As word spread—through Razorback game weekends, brunch meetups, and plenty of glowing online reviews—Susan’s reputation grew from local secret to “internationally famous here locally,” as their tagline proudly brags.
Today, it’s the mom-and-pop people build into their road trips and reunion weekends, knowing they’ll get scratch-made food, a friendly smile, and maybe a slice of pie that ruins all other pies for them. 🥧💛
Food Highlights
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Chicken & Waffle Breakfast: Two fried chicken tenders, battered in buttermilk and house seasoning, land next to a famous Belgian waffle, two eggs, and hash browns. The combo hits every craving—crispy, savory, and sweet—making it a must-try for first-timers who want a bit of everything on one overstuffed plate. 🍗🧇
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Pig Sooie Omelette: A meaty, Razorback-ready omelet stuffed with plenty of protein, praised in reviews as “full of meat” and “fantastic.” Football fans and big-breakfast lovers love this one because it’s hearty, packed, and perfect before a game or a long drive through the Ozarks. 🐗
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Chicken Fried Steak / Country Fried Steak: A classic Southern plate often recommended in write-ups about breakfast that “lasts ‘til lunch.” The steak gets smothered in gravy and paired with eggs or sides, making it a go-to order for those who want maximum comfort food on a single plate.
- Chicken Fried Chicken: A marinated, tenderized chicken breast coated in the “secret breading” and buttermilk bath, fried golden and topped with cream gravy. It’s a fan favorite because it tastes like the best version of a country diner classic—comforting, crunchy at the edges, and rich enough to make you plan a nap afterward.
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Hazelnut Cake: A three-layer cake made with coffee and Nutella, called a “must-try” dessert in rave reviews. Diners describe it as showcasing the restaurant’s baking talent, turning an everyday diner into a destination for cake lovers who plan their meal around saving room for dessert. 🍰
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Triple Berry Bliss Stuffed French Toast: An over-the-top sweet breakfast special loaded with berries and rich filling, perfect for anyone who believes brunch should come with syrup and a sugar rush. It’s popular with guests who want something memorable and Instagram-ready, especially on slower, indulgent mornings.
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Johnny’s Croissant Breakfast Sandwich: A grilled croissant loaded with sausage, bacon, egg, and cheese, served with potatoes or fruit. Regulars love it because it’s portable comfort, combining all the breakfast essentials inside a buttery, flaky croissant that feels a little fancier than your average diner sandwich. 🥐
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Southern Sides (Mashed Potatoes, Fried Okra, Brown Beans, Cabbage, Green Beans): These hot sides, plus cold options like cucumber salad and bacon ranch bowtie salad, round out plates and highlight the restaurant’s commitment to classic Southern home cooking. Guests often mention how the sides taste homemade, not like something scooped from a generic buffet pan.
Atmosphere
The vibe at Susan’s is pure small-town diner comfort, with an old-school room that may look simple at first glance but quickly feels like a second living room.
Guests describe a warm, friendly atmosphere where staff greet regulars by name, refill coffee without being asked, and treat newcomers like long-lost friends. 😊
On busy mornings, the dining room hums with conversation—locals catching up, families gathering after church, and Razorback fans fueling up before a game—without feeling rushed or chaotic.
It’s the kind of place where you linger a little longer over coffee, just soaking in the feeling that everybody here is part of the same story. ☕
Bottom Line
Visit for scratch-made Southern breakfasts, generous portions, friendly “feels-like-family” service, and desserts that taste like someone’s grandma made them.
Go when you want a real mom-and-pop experience, not a chain, plus prices that keep locals coming back several times a week. 🍳
It’s perfect for Razorback weekends, road-trip brunch stops, and anyone who believes the best food comes with a side of genuine hospitality.
Address:
Susan’s Restaurant
1440 W Sunset Ave, Springdale, AR 72764
📞 (479) 751-1445
🕔 Open Mon–Fri 6 AM–2 PM; Sat–Sun 6 AM–2 PM (breakfast all day, lunch from 11 AM)