Walnut Ridge, Arkansas: Parachute Inn - Boeing 737
A retired, grounded jetliner has been transformed into a place where travelers can eat real food instead of airline food.Parachute Inn
- Address:
- 10 N. Skywatch, Walnut Ridge, AR
- Directions:
- From US 67 just north of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas follow signs to regional airport.
- Hours:
- Tu-F 7:30a-2p, F-Sa 5p-? (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 870-886-5918
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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This has certainly seen better days. I can't imagine that the Parachute Inn gets many guests, as it sits behind a small college at a small airport in a small town.
[Mallory Billings, 12/02/2016]
We ventured off the beaten path. We weren't really hungry but as much as I travel, I had to eat great food on a plane. So cool for kids and adults. They did a great job. All types of catfish, seafood, and did we say it was pretty cool!
[James the Route Pro, 07/07/2013]This place had so much potential. Unfortunately, it was really cold when we went and they informed us that they didn't turn on the heater in the plane, so it wasn't open. The food was okay and cheap, but not worth the stop considering the airplane was closed.
[Jenny Solar, 01/08/2010]
As you can see, the Parachute Inn is very real -- with a Boeing 737 attached! The original owner is retiring and her niece will continue to operate the restaurant. It is a really good place to eat and visit!
[Bryan Quattlebaum, 10/14/2008]Part of this restaurant, located at the airport, is now housed in a real Southwest Airlines Co. Boeing 737. The interior has been restored to give it the original "Southwest" look and the seats have been adjusted to fit the tables. Store your coats in the overhead bins and play in the cockpit.
Owner Donna Robertson is there most days and serves Southern home-style cooking and seafood. There is also a military museum across the street.
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