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

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Updated March 05, 2025

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Allsopp & Chapple Restaurant + Bar

4.9

4.9 (1392)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Allsopp & Chapple is open for dinner 4pm - 9pm (Sun-Thurs) and 4pm - 10pm (Fri-Sat). We pride ourselves in outstanding service, fine dining, and an extensive wine list. There is a full bar on-site with signature cocktails. We look forward to serving you!

Top review

DrewVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Regular menu items are always good, but always pay attention to the specials, had both last night and everything very tasty and prompt, attentive service. Another great dinner at A&C!

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4.9

4.9 (1804)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Vault will be open this Easter and Mother's Day! We'll be offering a brunch menu from 11:00 to 2:00 then offering our regular dinner menu both nights from 4:30 to 8:30. Mother's Day and Easter Brunch menus are posted.

Please note that parties of 6 or more may have a gratuity of 21% added.
PAYMENTS BY CASH WILL SAVE 3.5%
No outside food or beverage please, INCLUDING CAKES.

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.

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

Tobey

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely the best experience! Our waiter was fantastic! Every thing we had was amazing! Highly recommend!

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4.8

4.8 (1377)

$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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Toni

Dined 4 days ago

The food was cooked to perfection and the service top knotch!

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4.8

4.8 (2099)

$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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Jim

Dined 2 days ago

501 Prime is favorite spot for us when we are in town!

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4.8

4.8 (251)

$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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katie

Dined 2 days ago

Our daughter was in town from Fayetteville for the weekend and asked to go out to dinner....on a Sunday night....in Hot Springs. There are limited options for nice Sunday night dinners, but I remembered Eden Restaurant & was able to make a last minute reservation. We were all really pleased with our entrees (porterhouse pork chop, pasta with shrimp, & an entree salad with chicken) and my daughter said her Lavender Lover cocktail was a nice blend of tart & sweet. The atmosphere was relaxed and the service was good. We had a lovely time. Eden is my *favorite* brunch in town, but we will definitely be coming back for dinner more often, too!

Petit & Keet

4.8

4.8 (960)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

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. With a fresh redesign guests can enjoy an outdoor patio and bar, and also an event room for private parties.

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Lee

Dined 5 days ago

Great service! Food was very good, but the service was exceptional.

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Experience

Late Night Happy Hour!

Sonny Williams' Steak Room

4.8

4.8 (882)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Sonny Williams' Steak Room in Little Rock, Arkansas is in the River Market District offering up a fine dining experience along with wonderful music at the piano bar. Naturally, you can find plenty of fine wines available at this establishment, as well.
*****For New Years Eve or Valentines Day please call the restaurant to schedule a reservation.******

Sonny Williams' Steak Room has some fantastic appetizers for you to enjoy. These include items like the fried calamari, jumbo lump crab cakes and the French Onion Soup. Of course, you can choose from many different cuts of steak when you visit Sonny Williams' Steak Room. Try the Double Bone Smoked Pork Chop, Herb Roasted Chicken, and Alaskan King Crab legs as well. For dessert, consider the warm Bread Pudding w/ Whiskey Sauce, or a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream.

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Greg

Dined on Feb 21, 2025

Went on Our anniversary wonderful meal, atmosphere and service.

J&S Italian Villa

4.7

4.7 (325)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Inspired by the coastal cuisine of Cinque Terra, J&S Italian Villa is a fun and trendy dining experience located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. With seasonal menus crafted by 2-Michelin Star Chef Sascia Marchesi, you’ll enjoy unique and flavorful dishes featuring pasta made from scratch, seafood, steak, and fresh local produce.

Whether you’re interested in a date night for two, a special gathering in our private Red Room, catering for your big event, or simply relaxing with drinks and appetizers in a chic bar and lounge, J&S Italian Villa proudly provides attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere.

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MarthaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had delicious food and outstanding service from Jenna!!

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Popular dish

Caprese Salad

Popular dish

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Popular dish

Fettuccine Alfredo

Table 28 - Little Rock

4.7

4.7 (970)

$31 to $50

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

The Burgundy Hotel introduces Table 28, serving Modern American Cuisine featuring Executive Chef Scott Rains.

Chef Rains is proud to source locally-grown organic produce from Arkansas farmers in his bold menu that showcases his brilliance in working with Southern flair to create a revolutionary take on Modern American Cuisine. Table 28 offers local charm and an approachable elegance that is second to none. Be sure to join us for our Happy Hour, Monday-Thursday from 4p.m. to 6:00p.m.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Love this place! Great food and bartenders were super fun to visit with 🩷

YaYas Euro Bistro in Little Rock

4.8

4.8 (67)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Little Rock

About the restaurant

YaYa's Euro Bistro is a charming restaurant nestled in the heart of Little Rock, offering a delightful culinary journey through Europe. Step inside and be transported to a world of warm ambiance, friendly service, and exquisite cuisine.

Hand-tossed, oak-fired pizza & other Mediterranean eats are served at this woodsy-chic bar & eatery.

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TerryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This is always a solid choice for dinner and the menu has a wide variety of items to fit a diverse group of people. We had a party of 7 and were seated immediately. Our server was amazing and personable, making sure that we enjoyed our evening.

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