Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Little Rock / Central Arkansas

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Little Rock / Central Arkansas? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

42 bar and table at The Clinton Presidential Center

4.9

4.9 (1007)

$30 and under

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

42 bar and table, the Clinton Center’s onsite restaurant, offers diners a delicious blend of local favorites and internationally-inspired cuisine. Come enjoy our acclaimed food and outstanding service in our dining room or on our patio and terrace, which offer unparalleled views of the Arkansas River and the lighted Clinton Presidential Park Bridge.

Top review

JoeVIP

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Fantastic lunch with both service and an amazing shrimp po boy !!

Vault

4.9

4.9 (1745)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Vault restaurant is on the main floor of the original Bank Building, built in 1909 in Historic Downtown Hot Springs, AR. We have preserved the original bank vault that allows for private dining for groups up to 4. Our attention is on all the details... “all the way down to the salt and pepper shakers.” We hope you will join us for your Timeless Vault Dining Experience.

Please note that parties of 6 or more may have a gratuity of 21% added.
Dinner service on Tuesday through Thursday is from 5:00 to 8:30. The bar closes at 9:00
Dinner service on Friday and Saturday is from 5:00 to 9:30. The bar closes at 10:00.
No outside food or beverage please, INCLUDING CAKES.

Vault will be closed X-Mas Eve, X-Mas Day, New Years Day. We will be open Easter and Mother's Day.

FOR FLOWERS, CHOCOLATES, ETC, PLEASE GO TO : https://hotspringsfloristgifts.com
Vault will be open on NEW YEARS EVE. Menu is posted under ".Menus"

Top review

Lauren

Dined 3 days ago

We love Vault! It is our go-to pick to celebrate special occasions.

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Red Oak Steakhouse at Saracen Resort

4.8

4.8 (332)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Pine Bluff

About the restaurant

As a proud new addition to Central Arkansas' strong culinary legacy, Red Oak Steakhouse combines comfortable elegance with unmatched elevated flavors. Serving prime grade wet and dry-aged beef and working with local farmers to ensure the freshest ingredients, a meal at Red Oak takes it to the next level.

Reservations are recommended.
Must be 21 or older to enter the property. State ID is required.
No outside food or drink allowed.
No gifts are allowed.

Top review

Sara

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Food was impeccable. Staff knowledgeable and made you feel like a regular. Will definitely be back!

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Popular dish

Seared Diver Scallops

Park Grill - Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

4.6

4.6 (333)

$30 and under

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Park Grill will serve contemporary American fare inspired by local and seasonal ingredients. The new restaurant seats approximately 100 guests and features floor-to-ceiling views of the museum's outdoor sculptures, landscaped event lawn, and MacArthur Park and has outdoor dining options, as well as a spacious private dining room.

Park Grill hours are as follows: Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m. for lunch service, Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. for dinner service. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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DeedeeVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Had a great experience. Drinks were very good and the food was amazing!

Cypress Social

4.8

4.8 (1324)

$31 to $50

American

North Little Rock

About the restaurant

Cypress Social is a new lakeside American eatery.

Walk-ins welcome! Please call the restaurant if reservations do not appear available online.

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Wes

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, atmosphere and service. I’m a return guest and will continue to be. All employees were professional and strive to make your visit “top notch”.

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4.8

4.8 (1062)

$31 to $50

American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

The Bugler, overlooking Oaklawn's legendary racetrack, offers an array of culinary creations including Steaks, Fire and Ice Seafood Tower, Chilean Sea Bass and much more. Featuring handcrafted cocktails and wines from around the world. The Bugler staff looks forward to serving you. Reservations requests over party of 4 must call 501-363-4790. Messages left in the reservation may not be honored.

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Rosie

Dined 5 days ago

We came back to have the hamburger and fries. We've eaten the high price items and the lower end and have never been disappointed. I could only eat half of my meal, and my husband ate almost all and was stuffed

Eden at Hotel Hale

4.8

4.8 (229)

$31 to $50

American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Hotel Hale in downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas is home to our beautiful restaurant, Eden. Join us in the dining room and experience the old-world charm of an 1892 bathhouse. Dine under the skylight and enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by a fresh and flourishing garden.

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Christian

Dined 7 days ago

I’ve been two times and it was consistently delicious and viably. The price is to be expected for something downtown, but the menu is pretty unique compared to some other options.

501 Prime

4.8

4.8 (2036)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Hot Springs Premier Steak and Seafood Restaurant. Offering USDA Prime Beef, Fresh Seafood, an Oyster Bar, a Fantastic Wine list and a Bourbon Bar with over 400 Bourbons, the largest selections in the state.

Some of our signature dishes are: The Boursin Filet, Truffle Chicken, and the Double Cut Pork Chop.
Our seafood lineup changes daily because we source seafood direct, our Purveyor provides us with the best product they have availably, and our Chefs use it to make unique and delicious dishes.

Our Main Dining Room is Upscale, Intimate and Romantic. The Bourbon Bar area is Rustic, Comfortable, Classy and Vibrant. We have a Beautiful Patio (must be 21yrs old to enter), great place for before or after dinner cocktails.
Hot Springs National Park and Oaklawn Racetrack are just minutes away.
*Note: If you are unable to find availability online, please contact us directly and we may be able to accommodate.

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Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

What an amazing evening from the Bourbon bar (with a dozen fresh oysters) to our dinner, all was perfection. The staff is attentive and seems to anticipate your every need. And the food? Prepare to be dazzled and satiated. While this is not an inexpensive restaurant, the value and experience is well worth the investment.

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One Eleven at the Capital

4.5

4.5 (599)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Led by Executive Chef Brad Izzard, One Eleven is happy to welcome you for breakfast on weekdays and brunch on weekends!

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Nancy

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

It is an annual tradition for us to celebrate our anniversary with Sunday brunch at One Eleven and it never disappoints. The food, the atmosphere, and the staff are always outstanding.

Marty's Place

4.7

4.7 (118)

$30 and under

American

Maumelle

About the restaurant

At Marty's Place we believe delicious food and awesome customer service will set us aside from the rest.

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Brian

Dined 7 days ago

Booked a reservation for before the Razorback game. Interesting choices for food and drink. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Would come back.