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Hidden gems: restaurants in Little Rock
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Little Rock. Ratings are based from 548 places in Little Rock
Flying Fish of Little Rock
511 President Clinton Ave River Market 72201-1729
"Hands down the best grilled catfish I’ve ever had. “Make it Snappy!†Lord then add the tartar sauce and it’s heaven! Great environment sharing lots of history, long line but very quick and sup..."
Whole Hog Cafe
2516 Cantrell Rd 72202-2116
"THE BURNT ENDS WERE AMAZING. I eat what some might consider an unhealthy amount of barbecue and this place is 100% in my top five ever. The burnt ends, as mentioned, were phenomenal. The ribs were del..."
The Pantry
11401 N Rodney Parham Rd 72212-4123
"Great atmosphere in a small, quaint restaurant setting. Smaller seating areas that could get too full in peak times. The menu items are unique & fresh - the turkey sandwich & hamburger come in bread t..."
Three Fold Noodles and Dumpling Co
611 South Main Street 72201-4201
"This was the mobile local at Rebsamen Road. I tried the mixed noodles and pan fried dumplings for lunch. This was a pretty full meal. The dumplings were my favorite but it was all very good. They did..."
Lost Forty Brewing
501 Byrd St 72202-2629
"Love going here. The menu caters to the vegan and meat lover. You cannot lose with the food selections plus beer choices. Tonight for me was the Puffy Jacket. A Baltic Porter with the flavors of choco..."
Kemuri Restaurant
2601 Kavanaugh Blvd 72205-3990
"This place went well above our expectations. Not only were they extremely accommodating with our order, but they provides some of the best sushi I have eaten! The quality of the food was fantastic! Th..."
Taj Mahal Indian Kitchen
1520 Market St 72211-1816
"Love this place! I have been here numerous times and the food and the staff have been amazing. I highly recommend this place for a fast bite or a long lunch. If you want spicy, order off the menu, buf..."
Tokyo House
11 Shackleford Dr 72211-2859
"Best bang for buck for Asian food around! Who would've thought Little Rock had an amazing Asian buffet? Delicious dishes of Chinese, Japanese and Korean. The sushi and sashimi is freshly made. I defin..."
Texas Roadhouse
3601 Warden Rd 72116-8597
"Love it all. The rolls with honey butter are a main reason by themselves to come here. Free peanuts while you wait to be seated or for your meal to arrive. Lots of sports TVs. Nice variety of steaks,..."
Loblolly Creamery
1423 Main St Suite C 72202-5035
"This place is a gem. I love the unique creative flavors and the freshly made waffle cones are delicious. I went on a first date here and we shared a flight of ice cream. The vibe is laid back and the..."
Murry's Dinner Playhouse
6323 Colonel Glenn Rd 72204-7733
"Always a good time at Murry's! Wait staff is wonderful. Plays are well done. Wish the desserts that should be warm were at least room temp (cobbler) and not out of fridge, but hey. Also, can't anyone..."
Baja Grill
5923 Kavanaugh Blvd 72207-4429
"Awesome joint for tacos and any other south of the boarder treat. Chips and salsa are always fresh. Drinks are mixed well and happy hour specials are great. All this in a nice location with many othe..."
Buffalo Grill Rebsamen Park
1611 Rebsamen Park Rd 72202-1859
"You gotta "Shuffle on Down" to the Buffalo Grill! Absolutely love this place! Hands down, my favorite burger joint of all time! I have been coming here since I was a child and will continue coming he..."
Mylo Coffee Co.
2715 Kavanaugh Blvd 72205-3848
"This shop is the cutest! So many windows in the shop create the perfect atmosphere. Delicious and unique variety of drinks, and baked items are oh-so-good! I ordered a maple latte and their monkey bre..."
Cotham's in the City
1401 W 3rd St 72201-1810
"We were very pleased with our visit here. The waitress was very nice and helpful, since we had never been there, being from out of town. The food was great and was served in large portions. The only..."
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
12800 Chenal Parkway 72211
"Vegan Options Galore! So tasty! Huge portions! Friendly staff! Beautiful atmosphere!"
Dempsey Bakery
323 S Cross St 72201-1911
"We got some bread, cheesecake, and an Easter cookie. There were all delicious! We are new to the town and wanted to find local businesses. This is the best bakery we could find in Little Rock! One dow..."
Larry's Pizza
801 S Bowman Rd Ste 5 72211-3433
"The pizza was good but I asked for a personal Margherita Pizza and received large sliced Tomatoes on my small slices of pizza with cheese & sauce, nothing else. I was hungry and not willing to wait fo..."
4square Cafe & Gifts
405 President Clinton Ave 72201-1621
"This is a great shop for vegans. It’s also a great shop for anyone because of all the many different things that they offer. I found this little shop by walking down the River Market. The old histor..."
Bobby's Country Cookin'
301 N Shackleford Rd Ste E1 72211-2887
"Excellent country food with an excellent atmosphere. Larry (the owner and cashier most of the time) is the definition of welcoming and personable.If you go you MUST have a slice of handmade pie. Doesn..."