Best Local Favorite Restaurants in Little Rock, AR (2026) - Page 14
These Little Rock restaurants have earned devoted followings among Arkansas locals who return again and again. Word-of-mouth favorites where regulars are greeted by name, the food is consistently excellent, and the atmosphere feels like home. When locals recommend a spot to visitors, these are the places they mention first.
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5
Shotgun Dan’s Pizza
"Order the deep dish at least 30 minutes before you're rea..."
Shotgun Supreme Deep Dish
BBQ Chicken Thin Crust
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Family Friendly ★ 3.5 Kobe Japanese Steakhouse
Little Rock
"Make reservations for larger groups, and let them know ab..."
Hibachi Filet Mignon
Lobster Tail and Steak Combo
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Taco Pronto
Hot Springs
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the freshest tortill..."
Street Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 The Purple Cow Restaurant
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Classic Cheeseburger
Fried Chicken Dinner
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Cajun Boilers
Hot Springs
"Come hungry and wear clothes you don't mind getting messy..."
Cajun Seafood Boil
Fried Catfish Po' Boy
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 The Local
Hot Springs
"Make reservations for weekend evenings, and ask about the..."
Arkansas Pork Chop with Sweet Potato Puree
House-Made Ricotta Gnocchi
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Jose’s Mexican Grill
Hot Springs
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for quicker service and ..."
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas
Carnitas Plate
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 The Butcher Shop
Little Rock
"Visit during lunch hours for the best selection of daily ..."
Dry-Aged Ribeye
House-Made Bratwurst
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Stubby’s BBQ
Hot Springs
"Arrive before the lunch rush to ensure they haven't run o..."
Smoked Brisket Platter
Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs
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Family Friendly ★ 3.5 Saltgrass Steak House
Sherwood
"Arrive before 6 PM on weekends to avoid the dinner rush, ..."
Ribeye Steak with Seven-Pepper Seasoning
Chicken Fried Steak
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Upscale Dining ★ 3.5 Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Little Rock
"Make reservations well in advance for weekend evenings, a..."
Dry-Aged Ribeye
Lobster Mac and Cheese
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Picante’s Mexican Grill
Hot Springs
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Carnitas Street Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas with Mole
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5
Two Sisters Café
"Arrive early on weekends to snag one of the window booths..."
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy
Southern Fried Chicken
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Patron Mexican Grill
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for quicker service and ..."
Carne Asada Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas Verde
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Don Juan Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Hot Springs
"Visit on Tuesday evenings for live mariachi music, and do..."
Carnitas Michoacán
Mole Poblano
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Stickyz Rock N’ Roll Chicken Shack
Little Rock
"Visit during happy hour for discounted wings and try the ..."
Nashville Hot Chicken
Loaded Chicken and Waffles
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Boudreaux’s Grill & Bar
North Little Rock
"Visit on weeknight evenings to avoid the weekend crowds a..."
Crawfish Étouffee
Blackened Catfish Po' Boy
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 Eat My Catfish
Conway
"Come early during dinner rush on weekends, as the freshes..."
Fried Catfish Dinner
Catfish Po'boy
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Local Favorite ★ 3.5 The Patio Cafe
Conway
"Request a table on the far end of the patio for the most ..."
Blackened Catfish with Creole Remoulade
Bourbon Glazed Short Ribs
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Local Favorite ★ 3.4 Whole Hog Cafe
Conway
"Order the meat by the pound if dining with a group to get..."
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Smoked Brisket Platter
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Local Favorite ★ 3.4
Ta Molly’s Mexican Kitchen
"Visit during happy hour for discounted margaritas and ask..."
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas
Mole Enchiladas
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Local Favorite ★ 3.4
Deer Creek Fire & Stone
"Arrive early on weekends to snag a table near the open ki..."
Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza
Flame-Grilled Ribeye
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Local Favorite ★ 3.4 Pasta J’s Bryant
Bryant
"Come early on weekends as the dining room fills up quickl..."
Lasagna with Three Cheeses
Chicken Alfredo
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Local Favorite ★ 3.4 Red Door
Little Rock
"Make a reservation for weekend evenings, as the restauran..."
Red Door Burger with truffle aioli
Pan-seared salmon with bourbon glaze
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