Maxine's

The beer was OK - they have some craft offerings - and the food was certainly tasty. It took 45 minutes to come out and the bar was near empty on a Monday night.....we weren't too bothered as we were waiting for a band to come on stage. The waitress was really nice and talkative
The AC / smoke removal system has a lot to be desired. It was really smoky and we came out stinking. Maybe I am just used to more forward thinking states that don't allow smoking inside.......
The wait and the smokiness was what moved it from a 5 to a 3

We had a blast at Maxine's.  There were live bands and a great beer selection.  The women's bathroom was totally cool.  The ambiance was supurb - it was a little hipster dive bar that I didn't expect to find in this town.  I can't wait to come back.

A bonafide creative core of Hot Springs and Arkansas, a super nice staff, a pioneering effort for fine beers, funky, smart and music-loving crowd, one of the best music venues in the state.

If in Hot Springs, GO. Now they have kick-ass food for dinner, or a much appreciated/ needed late night meal (until 1 AM most nights)....thoughtful bar and grill food with a Greek twist.