About Us

Built in 1951 by Duane O'Connor and his father, their Texaco was on the outskirts of Eureka Springs. In 1961 Duane and Bob Wheeler built a two bay car wash to the left of the gas station, the first car wash in Eureka! The gas station shut it's doors in 1980 and the car wash in 1983. Since then the car wash has been a candle shop (owned by our very own Jennifer's parents), Mama Margaritas Mexican Cafe, Calzone's Italian Cafe, and The Red Chili Cafe. While the gas station has been a moped rental, an arcade, Wally's T-Shirt Shop, even an internet cafe, The Daily Planet. Dave & Ruth Hager came along and joined the 2 buildings and Sparky's was born in 1994. We hope that we have broken the chain of failed businesses that were here, and after 27 years, we think we have!

Your hosts for 27 years! We both are from Texas. Dallas me, Houston her, met at Texas A&M, escaped the big city life in 1986 and found this little gem of a town called Eureka Springs, Arkansas. After working at my sister Linda Hager's restaurant, The Cottage Inn, we traveled Europe for 9 months. We then worked at Bubba's BBQ, Ermillio's Italian Cafe, and The Cottage Inn again...always working towards our own restaurant. We opened Sparky's Roadhouse Cafe in the late fall of 1994. Named after our rescued pound puppy, we wanted a place that had real food, fresh ground chuck hamburgers, Tex-Mex enchiladas, cold beer, and friendly service. We hope you and your family and friends give us a try! S.U.A.E.!

Located in the historic Ozark hill town of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, Sparky's Roadhouse Cafe features an eclectic menu of American and international fare. Casual and fun, award winning burgers, 99 different beers, along with a full bar and wine list, you are guaranteed to have a good time here! Established in 1994, we continue to combine interesting food and drink with a lively atmosphere.

Your home away from home awaits! Located on the historic loop, our 5 bedroom house offers an in town experience where there is plenty of off street parking, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Perfect for reunions, wedding parties, or a get away weekend party house! Call 479-253-9999 for availability! Sleep tight!