Opening hours
Open now · closes 6:00 PM
| Monday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Local time in Mena: 4:19 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (479) 394-7310 to confirm.
About Country Express
Located at 1146 US-71 South in Mena, Arkansas, Country Express is a barbecue restaurant. It is one of 19 places to eat and drink we list in Mena.
Country Express is open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:30 AM most days.
Service options include dine-in.
Phone: (479) 394-7310.
Quick facts
- Category
- Barbecue Restaurant
- Address
- 1146 US-71 South, Mena, AR
- Phone
- (479) 394-7310
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for barbecue restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Country Express’s weekday schedule with 32 other barbecue restaurants in Arkansas. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:30 AM, earlier than 97% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, in line with the typical 8:00 PM.
In total it is open about 90 hours a week, 33 hours more than the local median of 58. 34% of barbecue restaurants in Arkansas open on Sundays, and Country Express is one of them.
Compared with 32 other barbecue restaurants in Arkansas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for barbecue restaurants in Arkansas
Based on 17 menus with 627 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Arkansas, the median menu item costs $9.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.75 and $13.95.
We don’t have Country Express’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what barbecue restaurants in Arkansas typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Potato Salad | 47% | $2.85 |
| Hamburger | 35% | $6.00 |
| Pulled Pork Sandwich | 29% | $9.85 |
| Baked Beans | 29% | $2.59 |
| French Fries | 29% | $2.72 |
| Pulled Pork Plate | 29% | $14.00 |
| Pulled Chicken Sandwich | 24% | $8.92 |
| Smoked Sausage | 24% | $9.07 |
Calculated from 17 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Country Express there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 12 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (3), Mexican & Tex-Mex (2), Bakeries & Desserts (2), and Chicken & Wings (1).
9 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeFully Baked Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLa Villa< 0.1 mi
- ItalianLittle Italy0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodSonic0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsBaskin-Robbins0.2 mi
What to expect at a barbecue restaurant
American barbecue means meat cooked low and slow over wood smoke, and every region has its own rules. Central Texas is about beef brisket with a simple salt-and-pepper rub; Kansas City does a bit of everything with a thick sweet sauce; Memphis is known for ribs, wet or dry; and the Carolinas are pork country, with vinegar or mustard sauces.
What to order
- Brisket – ask for “moist” (fatty) or “lean” cuts
- Pork ribs – spare ribs or baby backs
- Pulled pork – often served as a sandwich
- Burnt ends – a Kansas City specialty
Good to know
- Arrive early – popular items often sell out before closing time.
- Ordering by the pound and sharing is usually the best value for groups.
- Many places only open a few days a week; check the hours before driving out.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Country Express's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM. Monday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Is Country Express open on Sunday?
Yes, Country Express is open on Sundays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Where is Country Express located?
Country Express is located at 1146 US-71 South, Mena, AR.
What is the phone number of Country Express?
You can call Country Express at (479) 394-7310.
Does Country Express offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Country Express. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Country Express open late?
No, Country Express usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Country Express?
There are 12 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Country Express. Nearby options include Fully Baked Cafe (< 0.1 mi), La Villa (< 0.1 mi), and Little Italy (0.1 mi).
How much do barbecue restaurants in Arkansas cost?
Based on 17 menus with 627 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Arkansas, the median menu item costs $9.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.75 and $13.95.
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