Best Local Favorite Restaurants in Little Rock, AR (2026) - Page 8
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.
Upscale Dining ★ 4.1 Eden
Hot Springs
"Make reservations well in advance for weekend dinner serv..."
Wood-fired Heritage Pork Chop
Pan-seared Arkansas Trout
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Mel’s Southern Diner
Hot Springs
"Arrive early on weekends to avoid the rush, and don't ski..."
Fried Chicken and Waffles
Country Fried Steak with Gravy
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Peppermill Cafe & Grill
Cabot
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for quicker service and ..."
Grilled Ribeye Steak
Blackened Catfish
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Samantha’s Tap Room & Wood Grill
Little Rock
"Visit during happy hour on weekdays for discounted appeti..."
Wood-Fired Ribeye
Smoked Brisket Platter
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1
Superior Bathhouse Brewery
Hot Springs
"Visit during happy hour on weekdays for discounted beer f..."
Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
Smoked Brisket Platter
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Taqueria Amigo Mexican Restaurant
Jacksonville
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for the freshest tortill..."
Carne Asada Tacos
Chicken Enchiladas with Verde Sauce
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Romantic Spot ★ 4.1 YaYa’s Euro Bistro
Little Rock
"Make reservations for weekend evenings, as the intimate s..."
Coq au Vin
Beef Bourguignon
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1
Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Beer Garden
Hot Springs
"Arrive early on weekends to snag a spot on the outdoor pa..."
Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza
Grateful Head Supreme with Local Sausage
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Taqueria Guadalajara
North Little Rock
"Visit on weekends when they often have fresh carnitas and..."
Carne Asada Tacos
Pozole Rojo
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Whole Hog Cafe
Bryant
"Arrive before the lunch rush to ensure the best selection..."
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baby Back Ribs
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Local Favorite ★ 4.1 Shark’s Fish & Chicken
Conway
"Order the fish and chicken combo to get the best of both ..."
Fried Catfish Dinner
Buffalo Wings Platter
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Blue Heaven
Benton
"Visit during weekday lunch hours for shorter wait times a..."
Southern Fried Chicken
BBQ Pork Ribs
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Izzy’s
Little Rock
"Make reservations for weekend evenings, as the cozy dinin..."
Braised Short Ribs
Herb-Crusted Salmon
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Lakewood Fish & Seafood House
North Little Rock
"Arrive early on Friday and Saturday evenings to avoid the..."
Fried Catfish Platter
Gulf Coast Shrimp Basket
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Vino’s
Little Rock
"Make a reservation for Friday or Saturday nights, as this..."
Homemade Lasagna
Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Panda Wok
Conway
"Call ahead during dinner rush hours to minimize wait time..."
General Tso's Chicken
Pork Fried Rice
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Sam’s Pizza Pub & Restaurant
Hot Springs
"Come during weekday lunch hours for faster service and tr..."
Supreme Pizza
Chicken Parmesan
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Eat My Catfish
Benton
"Come hungry because the portions are generous, and don't ..."
Hand-Breaded Fried Catfish
Southern Hush Puppies
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Modern Setting ★ 4.0 Rock N Roll Sushi
Little Rock
"Arrive during happy hour for discounted specialty rolls a..."
Rock N Roll Specialty Roll
Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Tokyo House
Little Rock
"Visit during lunch hours for generous bento box combinati..."
Fresh Salmon Teriyaki
Chicken Katsu
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Trio’s Restaurant
Little Rock
"Make reservations for weekend dinner service, as the rest..."
Bourbon-Glazed Salmon
Braised Short Ribs
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant
Little Rock
"Visit during lunch hours for generous portion sizes at mo..."
Salmon Teriyaki
California Roll
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Flying Fish
Little Rock
"Visit on weekdays for shorter wait times and ask about th..."
Fried Catfish with Hushpuppies
Crawfish Étouffee
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Local Favorite ★ 4.0 Larry’s Pizza of Cabot
Cabot
"Order the cheese sticks as an appetizer - they're a local..."
Larry's Special Pizza
BBQ Chicken Pizza
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