If you are looking for an authentic taste of Southern hospitality and hearty, cooked-to-order comfort food, The Owl’s Nest Restaurant in McGehee, Arkansas, is a must-visit local staple. Known for its charmingly unassuming, roadside diner package, this family-owned eatery has earned a warm reputation among both residents and road-trippers passing through town. Serving up robust portions with a relaxed and welcoming vibe, it is the perfect spot to pull over, recharge, and enjoy a deeply satisfying meal that feels completely homemade.
Highly accommodating for kids, Family dining environment
Parking
Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking spaces
Payments
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Checks
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Jumbo, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders: Guests consistently rave about the freshly prepared, lightly breaded chicken tenders made with high-quality breast meat, frequently pairing them with sweet and savory dipping sauces.
Standout Cajun Fries: The seasoned Cajun fries are a massive hit among patrons, celebrated for their exceptional flavor, thick cut, and perfect texture.
Hearty Southern Classics: From perfectly fried catfish specials to butter-toasted diner burgers and regional favorites like corn nuggets and fried pickles, the kitchen delivers nostalgic flavors flawlessly.
Warm Family Hospitality: The owner and staff are widely commended for treating customers like extended family, offering thoughtful, friendly service that leaves a lasting impression.
Generous, Value-Packed Portions: Visitors routinely highlight the great price-to-portion ratio, ensuring nobody leaves the table hungry.
Menu and Product Catalog
Appetizers
Item Name
Description
Loaded Fry
Crispy regular fries topped with nacho cheese, grilled chicken, and bacon pieces
Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy fried cheese sticks served with dipping sauce
6 Hot Wings
Available tossed in Buffalo, BBQ, or Lemon Pepper sauce
Fried Pickles
Classic Southern-style battered and deep-fried pickle slices
Burgers
All burgers are served with one side. Add bacon for an additional charge.
Item Name
Description
Cheeseburger
Topped with mayo, tomato, onion, lettuce, pickles, and cheese
Double Cheeseburger
Two patties topped with mayo, tomato, onion, lettuce, pickles, and cheese
Patty Melt
Topped with grilled onions, cheese, and special sauce
Double Patty Melt
Two patties topped with grilled onions, cheese, and special sauce
Sandwiches
Served hot or cold with one side.
Item Name
Description
Chicken Sandwich
Choice of fried or grilled chicken breast
Ham Sandwich
Sliced ham with your choice of cold or hot preparation
Turkey Sandwich
Classic sliced turkey breast served with standard toppings
Catfish Sandwich
Crispy fried catfish fillet on a toasted bun
Porkchop Sandwich
Savory porkchop served hot on a sandwich roll
Bologna Sandwich
Thick-cut bologna slice cooked to order
Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
Southern-style chicken fried steak served hot
Philly Cheesesteak
Grilled onions, bell peppers, melted cheese, and mayo
Wraps
Served with one side.
Item Name
Description
Chicken Wrap
Grilled chicken, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and white sauce
Turkey Wrap
Sliced turkey, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and white sauce
Ham Wrap
Sliced ham, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and white sauce
Philly Wrap
Grilled steak, onions, bell peppers, cheese, and mayo rolled in a wrap
Salads
Item Name
Description
Green Salad
Fresh garden greens served with crisp vegetable toppings
Ham Salad
Hearty bed of greens topped with diced ham and cheese
Turkey Salad
Fresh salad greens topped with sliced turkey breast
Chicken Salad
Crisp salad base topped with your choice of fried or grilled chicken
Shrimp Salad
Fresh greens topped with your choice of fried or grilled shrimp
Steak Salad
Premium tossed salad topped with grilled steak strips
Everyday Specials
Item Name
Description
Cheeseburger Special
Standard cheeseburger served with regular fries and a drink
Catfish Plate Special
Two fish fillets served with regular fries, hush puppies, and a drink
Seafood & Steak
Served with two sides.
Item Name
Description
2 pc Fried Catfish
Two premium fillets prepared fried or grilled
3 pc Fried Catfish
Three premium fillets prepared fried or grilled
2 pc Catfish and Shrimp
Two catfish fillets paired with shrimp, prepared fried or grilled
Fried Shrimp
Plentiful portion of savory shrimp, prepared fried or grilled
Ribeye
Premium cut steak cooked to order and served with two sides
Ribeye and Shrimp
Juicy ribeye steak paired with a side of savory shrimp
Dinners
Served with two sides unless specified.
Item Name
Description
Hamburger Steak
Served with grilled onions, brown gravy, and two sides
Chicken Fried Steak
Served with choice of brown or white gravy and two sides
2 Porkchops
Two juicy chops prepared fried or grilled and served with two sides
Chicken and Rice
Grilled chicken served over a bed of rice with signature white sauce
Chicken Tenders
Hand-breaded chicken tenders served with one side; available in 3 pc or 4 pc
Hot Wings
Wings are tossed in choice of Buffalo, BBQ, or Lemon Pepper sauce and served with one side.
Item Name
Description
6 Wings
Half-dozen sauced wings with a side
8 Wings
Eight pieces of sauced wings with a side
12 Wings
One dozen sauced wings with a side
Kids Meals
Served with one side.
Item Name
Description
Lil Hamburger
Perfectly portioned burger for smaller appetites
2 pc Chicken Tenders
Two hand-breaded chicken breast strips
8 Chicken Nuggets
Bite-sized crispy breaded chicken nuggets
Grilled Cheese
Classic melted cheese sandwich toasted golden brown
Sides
Extra sides can be added for an additional charge.
