The Best Places to Get Your Favorite Foods in Little Rock

Here on our blog, we’ve already shown you where to find the best spring cocktails and happy hour deals in Little Rock. But do you know where to go when you’re hungry?

From barbecue to tacos, we’re here to break down all the best places to get your favorite foods. Let’s get started!

BBQ

Barbecue (or BBQ) is a staple here in the South. So, of course we have some amazing barbecue joints!

Here are some of our favorites for brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and more:

• Corky’s Ribs & BBQ
• Count Porkula (at The Rail Yard)
• Whole Hog Café

Burgers

A nice, juicy burger always hits the spot when you’re hungry. Thankfully, we have so many awesome options here in Little Rock!

Check out these restaurants next time you’re craving a burger:

• Big Orange Burger
• David’s Burgers
• Five Guys Burgers

Cheese Dip

The cheese dip culture here in Arkansas goes way back. In fact, lots of local restaurants have won awards for their creamy, delicious creations!

Stop in at these stops to try their versions:

• Dizzy’s Gypsy Bistro
• Heights Taco & Tamale
• The Fold Botanas & Bar

Coffee

Sure, you can always hit up a Starbucks for your morning cup of Joe. But, what’s the fun in that when we have so many amazing coffee bars here in town?

These spots make the best brews:

• Fidel & Co.
• Mylo Coffee Co.
• Nexus Coffee & Creative

Curry

Craving a big bowl of spicy curry? Add some samosas and naan you will make yourself a meal!

You can’t go wrong at any of these prime Indian restaurants:

• Bawarchi Biryanis
• Star of India
• Taj Mahal

Ice Cream

We all screen for ice cream at some point during the summer. Whether you want a sundae, shake, custard, or concrete, there is a spot for you here in Little Rock!

Check out these gems:

• Loblolly Creamery
• Shake’s Frozen Custard
• The Original ScoopDog

Pancakes

Pancakes are an important part of any breakfast or brunch. So, of course, we have to tell you about our favorite spots to get them around town.

You can find the fluffiest pancakes at these places:

• Mugs Café 
• Delicious Temptations
• Lost Forty Brewing

Pasta

A big bowl of pasta does so much for the soul, and we know where to go when that’s all you’re craving.

Here are a few places where you can find pasta paradise:

• Bruno’s Little Italy
• Graffiti’s
• Ristorante Capeo

Pizza

Are you a thin crust, classic crust, or deep-dish pizza lover? Any way you take it, there is a restaurant to satisfy you here in Little Rock!

Try the pie at these places:

• Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom
• Vino’s Brewpub
• ZAZA Fine Salad + Wood Oven Pizza

Steak

When you want to indulge your deepest taste buds and celebrate a major milestone, a perfectly prepared steak is a great way to go.

Here are the best steakhouses in Little Rock:

• Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
• Sonny Williams Steak Room
• The Butcher Shop

Sushi

Sushi is a delicate art form, so we aren’t going to recommend just any Japanese restaurant when you’re craving it. 

Head to these hot spots next time you want a great plate of sushi or sashimi:

• Kemuri
• Oceans at Arthur’s
• Rock n Roll Sushi

Tacos

There is never a bad time for tacos! If a flavor fiesta is what you want to feel on your palate, there are many amazing Mexican restaurants across town that will treat you right.

But these three taquerias (in our opinion) offer the best options:

• Heights Taco & Tamale
• Local Lime
• The Fold Botanas & Bar

Are we missing something on this list? Send us a message and tell us to add your favorite food.

You can also stop by the clubhouse any night of the week and ask the concierge on duty for a recommendation. They would be happy to direct you towards a great local restaurant!

Photo credit: Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom