Little Rock's Ultimate Dining Guide

From legendary BBQ joints to hidden gems, discover where Arkansas locals actually eat. Real reviews. Real recommendations.

Featured Restaurants

Southern hospitality meets culinary excellence. These top-rated spots serve up the best of Arkansas dining, from legendary BBQ to innovative local cuisine.

Whole Hog Cafe Local Favorite ★ 4.1

Whole Hog Cafe

Barbeque $$ 606 reviews
Little Rock
"Order the meat by the pound if dining with a group to get..."
Pulled Pork Sandwich Beef Brisket Platter +1 more
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Vino’s Local Favorite ★ 4.0

Vino’s

Pizza $ 243 reviews
Little Rock
"Make a reservation for Friday or Saturday nights, as this..."
Homemade Lasagna Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza +1 more
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Riverfront Steakhouse Upscale Dining ★ 3.8

Riverfront Steakhouse

Steakhouses $$$ 85 reviews
North Little Rock
"Request a window table during sunset hours for the most s..."
Prime Ribeye with Truffle Butter Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Herb Sauce +1 more
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La Hacienda Local Favorite ★ 3.7

La Hacienda

Mexican $$ 158 reviews
Hot Springs
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the best service and..."
Sizzling Beef Fajitas Carnitas Plate +1 more
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Sonny Williams’ Steak Room Upscale Dining ★ 4.0

Sonny Williams’ Steak Room

Steakhouses $$$ 173 reviews
Little Rock
"Make reservations well in advance for weekend evenings, a..."
Bone-in Ribeye Lobster Tail +1 more
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Whole Hog Cafe Local Favorite ★ 4.0

Whole Hog Cafe

Barbeque $$ 171 reviews
Little Rock
"Order the combo plates to try multiple meats, and don't s..."
Pulled Pork Sandwich Smoked Ribs +1 more
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Smokin’ Buns BBQ Local Favorite ★ 4.3

Smokin’ Buns BBQ

Barbeque $$ 159 reviews
Jacksonville
"Arrive before the dinner rush to ensure they haven't run ..."
Smoked Brisket Platter Baby Back Ribs +1 more
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Ristorante Capeo Romantic Spot ★ 3.8

Ristorante Capeo

Italian $$$ 135 reviews
North Little Rock
"Make reservations for Friday and Saturday evenings, as th..."
Osso Buco alla Milanese House-Made Pappardelle Bolognese +1 more
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The Original ScoopDog Local Favorite ★ 4.4

The Original ScoopDog

Hot Dogs $ 102 reviews
North Little Rock
"Visit during weekday afternoons to avoid the dinner rush ..."
The Arkansas Heat Dog Loaded Cheese Fries +1 more
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Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken – Little Rock Local Favorite ★ 3.9

Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken – Little Rock

Southern $ 581 reviews
Little Rock
"Order the mild version first if visitors are unsure about..."
World Famous Fried Chicken Chicken Tenders with Hot Sauce +1 more
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The Original Fried Pie Shop Local Favorite ★ 3.9

The Original Fried Pie Shop

Desserts $ 105 reviews
Jacksonville
"Arrive early in the day for the best selection, as popula..."
Hand-Fried Apple Pie Savory Beef and Cheese Pie +1 more
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Whole Hog Cafe Local Favorite ★ 4.1

Whole Hog Cafe

Barbeque $$ 139 reviews
Bryant
"Arrive before the lunch rush to ensure the best selection..."
Pulled Pork Sandwich Baby Back Ribs +1 more
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