The Best Places to Eat & Drink in Little Rock, Arkansas
The Best Places to Eat & Drink in Little Rock, Arkansas
If you are headed to Little Rock Arkansas, be sure to pack your appetite along with your socks and toothbrush! There is so much great food in this city!
Whole Hog Café
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With four locations in Little Rock and North Little Rock, you can find a Whole Hog Café just about wherever you are while visiting this city. See all locations HERE.
Whole Hog Café is known for serving generous plates of food. You can expect ribs, smoked chicken, tender beef brisket, and pulled pork (and all the fixin’s) to be brought out on massive plates. See the full menu HERE.
Locals and visitors rave about Whole Hog Café award winning BBQ sauce. You can even pick some up to take home with you.
Brave New Restaurant
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One Eleven at the Capital
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One Eleven at the Capital has received the Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor. You gotta try the Champagne Oyster Appetizer. You just gotta… They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner on certain days of the week and brunch on Sundays. See the hours/schedule HERE.
One Eleven at the Capital // 111 W. Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72201 // 501.370.7011
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The Fold
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The Fold is the perfect place to stop for some Mexican Food and some great cocktails (you gotta try the Jalapeno Margarita and/or the Blood Orange Margarita!). Try the Beet Salad, Crab Cakes, Tamales, or Bison Burrito – you won’t be disappointed! The food is locally sourced and they offer a pet-friendly patio, happy hour, and a weekend brunch!
The Fold // 3501 Old Cantrell Road – Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 // 501.916.9706
Bruno’s Little Italy
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If you are craving some delicious Italian food while in Little Rock, then you have to try Bruno’s Little Italy. Try the Spaghetti Carbonara, Chicken Vincenzo, or Chicken Cacciatore – You will be glad you did! Gluten free and vegetarian options are available. See full menu HERE.
Bruno’s Little Italy // 310 Main Street – Little Rock, Arkansas 722012 // 501.372.7866
Doe’s Eat Place
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You can eat like a king (or one of former President Bill Clinton’s staff members) at Doe’s Eat Place. During Bill Clinton’s 1992 Election Campaign, this restaurant was a favorite place to eat and hang out for Bill Clinton and his staff. Some of Doe’s best know menu items include their award winning steaks and their tamales smothered in a spicy chili. See the full menu HERE.
Doe’s Eat Place // 1023 West Markham Street – Little Rock, Arkansas // 501.376.1195
Kemuri Restaurant
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Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, poke rice bowls, or steamed buns Kemuri is the perfect place to have lunch or dinner. Or, stop by for brunch and order some Chocolate Cappuccino Pancakes or Shrimp & Shiitake Grits. YUM! See full menu HERE. You can make reservations HERE.
Kemuri Restaurant // 2601 Kavanaugh Blvd – Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 // 501.660.4100
The Root Café
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Root Café is located next door to the Esse Purse Museum and is known for it’s friendly, funky environment. The food is sourced from local farms in Arkansas and all menu items are fresh! Order the Lavender Lemonade while you sit on the patio. Then order the Shiitake Mushroom Burger or the Curry Chicken Salad. Before you leave, be sure to sink your teeth into the warm Bread Pudding with Brandy Sauce. You can thank me later! See full menu HERE.
The Root Café // 1500 Main Street – Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 // 501.414.0423
Dizzy’s Gypsy Bistro
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This unique and eclectic bistro is a favorite among locals and visitors. They pride themselves on serving fresh ingredients – nothing from a jar or a can – ever! Even the sauces and dressings are made in house. Try the White Truffle Mac N Cheese and if you order a salad, get the Blackberry Champagne Dressing – YUM!
Dizzy’s Gypsy Bistro // 200 River Market Avenue, Suite 150 – Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
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Layla’s Restaurant
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Layla’s Restaurant is known for it’s flavorful food and affordable prices. Once you try a Gyro or Pizza from Layla’s, you’ll keep coming back for more. See full Menu HERE.
Two Locations:
Layla’s Restaurant // 9501 North Rodney Parham Road – Little Rock, Arkansas 72227 // 501.227.2727
Layla’s Restaurant // 6100 Stone’s Drive – Little Rock, Arkansas 72223 // 501.868. 8226
Big Orange
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If you can imagine inhaling a Pimento Cheese Burger, Truffle Fries, and a milkshake at the end of a long, hard day – then Big Orange is the place for you! Stop by for quality burgers and an energetic atmosphere. Big Orange offers options such as gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian. See Full Menu HERE.
Two Little Rock Locations:
Big Orange WEST // 17809 Chenal Parkway, Suite G-101 – Little Rock, Arkansas // 501.821.1515
Big Orange MIDTOWN // 207 North University Avenue, Suite 100 – Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 // 501.379.8715
Star of India Restaurant
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If you love Indian food, you will really love Star of India Restaurant. Patrons rave that it is the best Indian food that they have ever had. They even offer a lunch buffet that is less than $10.
Star of India Restaurant // 301 North Shackleford Road, Suite C4 – Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 // 501.227.9900
Ristorante Capeo
If you are looking for an upscale Italian dining experience, you need to head over to Ristorante Capeo. The bread is made fresh in-house and there is a nice variety of wine options. Order a Limoncello, the Fried Calamari, and/or the Truffled Potatoes with Pecorino. You’ll love the balsamic glazed meatball appetizer, the pasta with shrimp & lobster, and the fried sage leaves. For dessert, you gotta try the gelato, the tiramisu, or the crème brulee. This restaurant also offers gluten-free and vegetarian options.
Ristorante Capeo // 425 Main Street – North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114 // 501.376.3463
Dempsey Bakery {Gluten-FREE}
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This is a great bakery – especially for those with food sensitivities and allergies! The entire bakery is gluten-free and they also offer milk-free and egg-free options. They are completely gluten, wheat, soy, and nut FREE! Stop by for a cream soda, sandwich, and a gluten-free, sweet treat and you will leave happy! You can also take home ready made gluten-free items like lasagna, biscuits and chicken pot pies.
Dempsey Bakery // 323 South Cross Street – Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 // 501.375.2257
@ The Corner
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This family-owned and run modern diner is the perfect spot to stop for breakfast or lunch – or brunch on the weekends. From the (breakfast) Fried Bologna with Bacon Jam to the Mushroom Toast with Smoked Gouda and Dill Aioli, you’re sure to find a unique twist on your morning favorites. For lunch, @ The Corner serves a variety of burgers, sandwiches, and wraps (You gotta try the Fried Chicken Poutine!).
@ The Corner // 201 East Markham Street – Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 // 501.400.8458
The Pantry
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The Pantry is the perfect restaurant for a delicious and hearty meal. You could start off with their Truffle Deviled Eggs and then order the Seared Tilapia. They also serve a variety of sandwiches, burgers, and flatbreads. For dessert, they offer Nutella Crème Brulee, Cheescake, and Tiramisu Affogato. The Pantry also offers gluten free and vegetarian menu options. See all menu’s HERE
The Pantry // 11401 North Rodney Parham Road – Little Rock, Arkansas 72212 // 501.353.1875
David’s Burgers
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Known for their amazing burgers and friendly service, David’s Burgers is a favorite with tourists and locals. The burgers are locally sourced and the fries are cut by hand daily. Everyone raves about their burgers and they have won several awards (see website below).
David’s Burgers // 101 South Bowman Road – Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 // 501.227.8333
Community Bakery
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This award winning bakery offers a variety of pastries, sandwiches, and pies (and MORE!). Try some hot, flaky biscuits or a pastry for breakfast or a panini grilled sandwich or frittata for lunch. See Full Menu HERE.
Community Bakery // 1200 Main Street – Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 // 501.371.7717
Have you been to Little Rock, Arkansas lately? What’s your favorite restaurant there?
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I had a friend in high-school from Little Rock. She always talked about it and she loved it there. If I ever go, I’ll check these places out! If not, I can ask her about them. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
So many choices and those food that they offers looks so delicious I think need to go in that place to taste all of those food.
Great info, my aunt lives in Arkansas so I am hoping to make a trip one day. I will have to check these out!
I need to eat my way through Little Rock! With all the fresh flavors and beautiful presentations, it looks like a foodie’s dream destination.
I know right, Melanie ?!? Who knew Little Rock was such a foodie paradise?
I can’t help it but drool when I watched the photos. They looked so delicious!
I know, right! I’m ready to go back just to stuff my face with yummy food!
Omg all these places look so good! I definitely need to check out Whole Hog Café and The Fold. Bookmarked the post so i can have it with me next time im in the area.
Those are great choices, Jennifer!
I love all the different food options available to you – so many different cuisines to pick from! In my town, we only have 1 Italian restaurant LOL. If we ever travel here, we will follow your food advice!
Same here, Ally! We live in the boonies and have to drive almost an hour for a decent restaurant. I love to travel and try new food where ever we go!
All those places look absolutely amazing but the fold might be my favorite! Love mexican food! and this post is making me so so hungry!
Yes Corinne! The Fold is amazing! Mexican food is my favorite-I could eat it 3 meals a day, every day!
Those smoked ribs look amazing. All these pics have made me super hungry! I love the range of places you have listed. Great for people visiting the area.
Oh yeah! Ribs are always a good idea, Rachel!
Great list! I was in little rock at the beginning of this year. I didn’t realize that there were so many places to eat. The fold and the pantry both sound amazing 🙂
Thanks, Kelley! I’m a big foodie and I always want to check out the best restaurants where ever we travel.
I really want to go there now! The food are so special. Gotta try!
I know! I’m wanting to go back and eat at Dempsey’s Bakery! I’m craving it!
Ooooo this post has me craving some BBQ for lunch –– which is exactly what I’m gonna eat. These places look terrific, I’d love to go there someday!
Oh yeah! BBQ is always a good idea!
This all looks amazing I would have to try them all. the BBQ would be a huge hit with my fiance and we would both have to try the jalapeno margarita
BBQ is my husband’s favorite too. You guys would love Whole Hog Café!
It would be nice to try the Brave New Restaurant to try foods I’ve never eaten. The Pecan Pie at the Community Bakery has me wanting to visit now for something to go with my tea. Awesome list!
Yes, I love pecan pie too, Gladys! And Brave New Restaurant is wonderful.
Wow, such a detailed post that would be so helpful to plan a great trip to Little Rock. Loving the pictures so much.
It’s a great city, Preet. Even if you just make a stop for a day or two while heading east or west on I-40. The food alone is worth a visit!
All these places look like fabulous places to eat but I’d really like to try out David’s burgers! Yum!,,
Yes! David’s burgers is the BOMB, Daisy!
It really looks like Arkansas has a lot of great places to grab food! I like the sound of the bakery, dessert is the best part!
Yes, Elizabeth! Dessert is the best part! They have great coffee too!
Those dishes all look amazing! I’ve always wanted to go to Arkansas, may have to make the trip just for these delicious meals.
Oh, yeah, Crystal! The food alone is worth the trip! I am still craving The Fold and Dempsey’s!
Awe now I want to visit Arkansas. Have been to Bentonville and they have good eats but never been to Little Rock. That BBQ looks incredible!
I hope you get to go soon, Adriana!
I got SO hungry scrolling through this post! I’ve never been to Little Rock but if I ever do, I want to hit up as many of these places as I can!
I know, Amanda! If we ever take another road trip out West and take I-40, I’m stopping in Little Rock again just to pig out!
Wow! You have put up some best places up with such yummy delicacies! I can’t wait to try them out!
I hope you get to! I want to go back just to eat.
I’d definitely have to visit the Dempsey Bakery – if it’s gluten-free, it’s for me! Thanks for the info!
I hear ya, Kristen! I am severely allergic to gluten (it has landed me in the ER a few times!). It’s so nice to find gluten-free options on a menu. Dempsey’s is cool because it is 100% gluten free and you don’t have to worry about cross-contamination.
I didn’t know there were so many great places to eat in Little Rock – it all looks delicious! Bookkmarking this page for the next time I visit Arkansas 🙂
I know! I was expecting some good BBQ, but this this city has a diverse selection of amazing food!
Ooo so many choices! I’d love to try The Fold because Mexican food is my jam and it sounds like they have some interesting takes on the classics.
Yes, girl! Mexican food is my all-time favorite and The Fold is awesome!