Best Local Favorite Restaurants in Little Rock, AR (2026) - Page 16
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.
Family Friendly ★ 3.3 RibCrib BBQ
Benton
"Come hungry and consider ordering the combo platters to s..."
Baby Back Ribs
Pulled Pork Sandwich
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Local Favorite ★ 3.3 Eat My Catfish – North Little Rock
North Little Rock
"Come during weekday lunch hours for the freshest catfish ..."
Hand-Battered Catfish Fillets
Southern Fried Chicken Plate
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Local Favorite ★ 3.3 Sakura
Bryant
"Visit during lunch for smaller portions at lower prices, ..."
Dragon Roll
Chicken Teriyaki
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Local Favorite ★ 3.3 El Porton Mexican Restaurant
Little Rock
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Sizzling Beef Fajitas
Chile Rellenos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2
Papitos Mexican Restaurant
"Visit on Tuesday evenings for their special tamale night ..."
Carnitas Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas
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Family Friendly ★ 3.2 The Mighty Crab
Conway
"Order extra corn and potatoes in your seafood boil - they..."
Cajun Seafood Boil
Fried Catfish Po' Boy
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 China Town
Conway
"Order family-style portions even for smaller groups - the..."
General Tso's Chicken
Beef Lo Mein
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Upscale Dining ★ 3.2 Seven Oaks Steak & Seafood
Conway
"Make reservations well in advance for weekend evenings, a..."
Dry-Aged Ribeye
Gulf Coast Crab Cakes
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2
Cheers in Maumelle
"Stop by during happy hour for the best drink specials and..."
Classic Cheeseburger
Buffalo Wings
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 Los Gallos
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for smaller crowds and t..."
Carne Asada Tacos
Chile Rellenos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 La Huerta Mexican Restaurant
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the same great food ..."
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas
Slow-Cooked Carnitas
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 Mulan’s
Conway
"Visit during lunch hours for generous portion sizes at ev..."
General Tso's Chicken
Mongolian Beef
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 Shotgun Dan’s Pizza
Little Rock
"Call ahead on weekend evenings as the wait can get long, ..."
The Shotgun Special Pizza
Loaded Meat Calzone
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Local Favorite ★ 3.2 El Canaveral
Cabot
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the most attentive s..."
Carnitas with Handmade Tortillas
Mole Poblano
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Family Friendly ★ 3.1 Brick Oven Pizza Company – Conway
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Margherita Pizza
Meat Lovers Pizza
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Homer’s Kitchen Table
Little Rock
"Arrive early on weekends as the homestyle breakfast draws..."
Chicken Fried Steak with White Gravy
Buttermilk Pancakes with Fresh Berries
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Corky’s Ribs & BBQ
Little Rock
"Visit during weekday lunch hours to avoid the dinner rush..."
Dry-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs
Pulled Pork Sandwich
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Las Palmas
Conway
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the best service and..."
Chicken Fajitas
Beef Enchiladas
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Asian House
Bryant
"Order the lunch specials before 3 PM for the best value, ..."
General Tso's Chicken
Beef and Broccoli
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Larry’s Pizza
Conway
"Order ahead during Friday and Saturday evenings when loca..."
Loaded Meat Pizza
Supreme Pizza
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Dodge’s Southern Style
Hot Springs
"Visit on Sunday afternoons for the best selection of fres..."
Fried Chicken with Biscuits
Slow-Smoked Ribs
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Family Friendly ★ 3.1 On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Hot Springs
"Visit during happy hour for discounted margaritas and app..."
Sizzling Chicken Fajitas
Ultimate Loaded Nachos
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Local Favorite ★ 3.1 Bears Den Pizza
Conway
"Call ahead on Friday nights to avoid the dinner rush, and..."
The Bears Special Supreme Pizza
Loaded Cheese Sticks
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Local Favorite ★ 3.0 The Mighty Crab Plus
Benton
"Wear clothes that can get messy and ask for extra wet wip..."
Dungeness Crab Clusters
Louisiana Crawfish Boil
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