42 bar and table
42 bar and table, the Clinton Presidential Center’s onsite restaurant, offers diners a delicious blend of local favorites and internationally inspired cuisine. Executive Chef Andre Poirot, and his talented team of chefs create one-of-a-kind dishes featuring farm-fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
Diners can enjoy 42's acclaimed food and outstanding service in the dining room or on the patio and terrace, with unparalleled views of the Arkansas River and the lighted Clinton Presidential Park Bridge.
BCW
BCW means Bread Cheese Wine, but BCW is so much more! Located in SOMA in downtown Little Rock, BCW features shared plates and gourmet grilled cheeses, a fantastic wine list and expertly crafted cocktails in a beautiful dining room and bar. You’re sure to have a memorable experience at BCW.
Nathan Miller, owner and operator, has been working in and around restaurants for more than 25 years. Nathan knows the best dining experiences are ones shared with friends and family. He built BCW to be a place to gather and partake in an amazing culinary experience.
Cache Little Rock
Cache Restaurant is the combined vision of Rush Harding and his son, Payne Harding, where they provide an extraordinary dining experience where no detail is left unattended.
Chef Payne insists that the uncommon is readily apparent his menu at Cache. His love of bright, bold flavors, coupled with a presentation, appeals to Arkansans of every walk of life.
At Cache, there’s something for everyone, whether you are an impromptu guest, hosting a corporate event or you’ve already made a reservation for that romantic dinner for two. Cache Restaurant is the ultimate choice for the best fine dining experience in Little Rock.
Cheers in the Heights
Located in the heart of the Heights in Little Rock, Cheers in the Heights is known for its delicious salads, fresh fish, amazing nightly specials, great burgers, and boutique wines.
Started by husband and wife team of Chris and Samantha Tanner in 2001, Cheers has been enlarged and expanded, and today is a treasured neighborhood restaurant.
Chris Tanner takes immense pride in his work, particularly concerning menu selection and serving the best quality ingredients. Everything on the menu is Chris’ recipe, brought to life by chef Victor Gonzales.
Dizzy’s Gypsy Bistro
Dizzy's Gypsy Bistro brings a unique Arkansas comfort food twist to their dishes, blending Old World cooking techniques with a modern, artsy atmosphere. Located in the River Market in downtown Little Rock, their award-winning cuisine reflects the local culture and community, creating a dining experience that truly embodies Little Rock’s vibrant spirit.
George’s
Nestled in the Heights, George’s serves up classic Italian fare with a local twist. George’s is the brainchild of proud Little Rock natives and childhood friends who've partnered with talented Executive Chef & Culinary Director, Wes Mickel. Together, they've put together a robust offering of Italian classics and some wildcard favorites too. George’s is an elevated, yet relaxed, neighborhood favorite.
Don’t forget to try their speakeasy, Barnaby, tucked behind the main dining room. With an extensive cocktail menu, Barnaby is a place where you can pull up a chair before dinner or top off your meal with a nightcap.
Hope Bistro at CARTI
The Hope Bistro, located at the CARTI Cancer Center in Little Rock, features a variety of high-quality food offerings that foster health and healing.
With executive chef Coby Smith at the helm, the goal of The Hope Bistro is to care for the overall well-being of CARTI’s patients by providing a dining experience that aligns on-site food options with dietary recommendations. The menu features fresh, delicious foods known to reduce the risk of cancer.
The Oyster Bar
The Oyster Bar has been a part of the Historic Stifft Station/Hillcrest neighborhood since 1975 and is a true local favorite. Purchased by local restauranteurs Chris and Samantha Tanner in 2019, the long-time Little Rock staple underwent a major facelift, with an actual oyster bar.
Chef Luis Benito and his team still create the delicious seafood dishes the Oyster Bar is known for and have also introduced healthier versions and new items as well. Fresh ingredients are brought in daily to ensure only top-quality meals are served. From oysters and crab to fried catfish, shrimp, po boys, salads and dessert, there are plenty of options for everyone.
Park Grill at AMFA
Park Grill at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts serves contemporary American fare inspired by local and seasonal ingredients. Under the direction of celebrated Chef NoraLee Bowles, Park Grill brings her approachable cooking using responsibly-sourced, Arkansas-inspired ingredients to AMFA. The restaurant features floor-to-ceiling views of the Museum's outdoor sculptures, landscaped lawn, and MacArthur Park.
Petit & Keet
Jim Keet and Louis Petit have collaborated to present a polished casual restaurant and bar for Little Rock. This culinary-driven restaurant offers a variety of menu items, including dishes crafted by renowned local chefs and use as many local products and ingredients as possible. Petit & Keet features a full bar with specialty drinks, cocktails, and a signature bar menu.
Executive Chef Alan Napier and team helps to bring this collaboration to life. The cuisine has been featured in numerous magazines, papers, and blogs as the best in Arkansas. The bar and patio have already been touted as the best bar in Arkansas, with an award-winning wine list and superb specialty cocktails.
Raduno Brick Oven and Barroom
In Italy, the word “raduno” refers to a gather of people coming together for a shared goal or passion, and Raduno in Little Rock is just that. Offering Neapolitan-style pizzas and sandwiches, alongside an award-winning cocktail menu and extensive beer and wine list: Raduno is a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the historic Downtown South Main (SoMa) neighborhood.
Executive Chef Cash Ashley has helped turn Raduno into a South Main Street dining hotspot, as well as one of the buzziest brunch destinations in Little Rock. He credits Raduno’s success to the creative leadership and the amazing team that he considers family.
Red Oak Steakhouse at Sarace Casino Resort
Red Oak Steakhouse blends inviting elegance with bold, elevated flavors. Award-winning Chef Matías de Matthaeis refines each dish with his signature style, crafting a menu that highlights clean yet complex flavors for a truly unique experience. Their attentive staff ensures a seamless evening, with a wine list and house-crafted cocktails that pair gracefully.
Samantha's Tap Room
Samantha’s is an upscale hop with down home comfort, located in downtown Little Rock. Samantha’s offers a crowd-pleasing menu of Southern American cuisine favorites and is the only Arkansas restaurant to have all 32 beer and 20 wine offerings available on tap.
Chef James Thompson uses the freshest locally grown ingredients for his creations, prepared with a real wood fire. Started by local restaurateurs Chris and Samantha Tanner, Samantha’s Tap Room bears Samantha’s name. The Tanners have watched their bevy of restaurants grow over more than two decades.
Scallions
Scallions, the long-time Little Rock favorite nestled in a courtyard patio in the historic Heights neighborhood, has been serving delicious culinary cuisine since 1986. Brandi and Chip Meadows took over the Heights staple over nine years ago and have added their own delicious dishes to the long-standing favorites that make Scallions an absolute jewel. They believe in using the freshest ingredients to prepare meals that are truly made from the heart. Their lunches along with their full-service catering are a testament to their commitment to excellence in the thriving restaurant scene that central Arkansas provides.
