Posted in Arkansas International Food October 13, 2017 by

The Incredible Arkansas Restaurant That’s Way Out In The Boonies But So Worth The Drive

About 50 miles southeast of Monticello is the tiny town of Lake Village. With a population of less than 3,000, you may think this town has limited offerings. Not true, my friend! Tourists mostly visit for angler fishing in Lake Chicot, the nation’s largest natural oxbow lake. But besides fishing, this sleepy town does have a best kept secret – Rhoda’s Famous Hot Tamales & Pies. Get your appetite ready as we tour this little stop with a flavor that just can’t be topped.

So you’ve reached the town of Lake Village.
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Lake Village resides not too far from the Mississippi state line. It’s the village around Lake Chicot.
Make your way to Saint Mary Street, just off of US-65.
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This unassuming building houses some of the best grub in the delta. Rhoda’s restaurant earned its way into the Arkansas Heritage Food Hall of Fame earlier this year, and you’ll know why after that first bite.
Welcome to Rhoda’s!
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Rhoda has been baking pies for nearly 45 years now. She had the revelation to start selling sweet potato pies from her home to raise money for her church.
There’s a good chance you’ll meet Rhoda while you’re there.
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Her foodie endeavors have expanded to a food truck and storefront. Lucky for us, her menu has expanded too!
Here are some of her famous tamales.
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Shortly after she began selling pies from home, her auntie suggested she make tamales too.
Although tamales are delicious by themselves, you can stuff yourself with a full spread.
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All their delicious orders are served with generous helpings. Of course no southern meal is complete without a side of cornbread.
Explore their menu of southern cuisine.
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We insist you try the tamales first but feel free to try a burger at your next visit (oh yes you will want to visit again).
Don’t forget the pie!
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After all, Rhoda started this foodie journey making delectable sweet potato pies. It would be rude not to save room for a slice.
Don’t fret if you’re just passing through.
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Rhoda, or her daughter Miss Dorothy, will be happy to wrap your tamales to go.

The next time you catch yourself driving through the delta be sure to stop and grab a tamale! Rhoda’s is located at 714 Saint Mary Street, Lake Village.

For more out of the way restaurants, try this list.

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