25 Essential Little Rock Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Little Rock.
Star of India Restaurant
Arkansas
Strip-mall storefront offering a range of Indian favorites from a lunch buffet or dinner menu.
Brave New Restaurant
Arkansas
Upscale spot with creative American fare, chocolate crème brûlée & a balcony with river views.
Kemuri
Arkansas
Sleek, contemporary Japanese restaurant featuring sushi, seafood & robata-style skewers.
La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
Little Rock, Arkansas
Family-operated fixture serving made-from-scratch Mexican fare, margaritas & a signature cheese dip.
Newk's Eatery
Little Rock, Arkansas
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Yafa mediterranean restaurant
Little Rock, Arkansas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Wasabi | Sushi, Bar & Grill
Little Rock, Arkansas
Sashimi, creative maki & teppanyaki fixed up in a casual space with sushi-bar seating & a full bar.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Little Rock, Arkansas
Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.
El Agave Taqueria Y Birria
Little Rock, Arkansas
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Bar Louie - Pleasant Ridge Town Center
Little Rock, Arkansas
Upbeat grill chain with American grub, martinis & microbrews, plus happy-hour deals.
Blaze Pizza
Little Rock, Arkansas
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
Bonefish Grill
Little Rock, Arkansas
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Chuy's
Little Rock, Arkansas
Chain serving "big as yo' face" burritos & other Tex-Mex dishes in kitschy, eclectic settings.
@ The Corner Diner- Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas
Lively joint serving breakfasts, burgers & other diner classics in casual digs with a vintage vibe.
David's Burgers
Little Rock, Arkansas
Retro, counter-serve chain offering a simple menu of housemade beef burgers & fries, plus ice cream.
Dizzy's Gypsy Bistro
Little Rock, Arkansas
New American cuisine served in a whimsical setting with colorful chandeliers & art-covered walls.
RAIZ EATERY PIZZA + COFFEE
Little Rock, Arkansas
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Maddie's Place
Little Rock, Arkansas
Playful eatery offering New Orleans-style eats such as po' boys & jambalaya, plus a small bar area.
Taj Mahal Indian Kitchen Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas
Indian eatery & bar for traditional & vegan dishes in a colorful, casual space with a patio.
42 bar and table
Little Rock, Arkansas
Modern New American eatery at the Clinton Presidential Center with patio seating & river views.
ZAZA | Little Rock
Little Rock, Arkansas
Build-your-own salads & Napoli-style pizza, plus gelato, in a counter-serve setup with modern decor.
Copper Grill
Little Rock, Arkansas
Warm & elegant bistro serving Southern-influenced American dishes complemented by a long wine list.
Zangna Thai Cuisine
Little Rock, Arkansas
Quick service Thai with classic noodle dishes & soups in a modern setting with colored lights.
Tokyo House
Little Rock, Arkansas
Japanese fare from the menu & an all-you-can-eat sushi & seafood buffet.
David's Burgers
Little Rock, Arkansas
Retro, counter-serve chain offering a simple menu of housemade beef burgers & fries, plus ice cream.