Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Little Rock / Central Arkansas

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Little Rock / Central Arkansas? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Vault

4.8

4.8 (1837)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Please note that parties of 6 or more may have a gratuity of 21% added.
To address rising costs and avoid menu price hikes, the restaurant is implementing a 4% "support fee" to ensure its long-term viability.
No outside food or beverage please, INCLUDING CAKES.

Vault restaurant is on the main floor of the original Bank Building, built in 1909 in Historic Downtown Hot Springs, AR. We have preserved the original bank vault that allows for private dining for groups up to 4. Our attention is on all the details... “all the way down to the salt and pepper shakers.” We hope you will join us for your Timeless Vault Dining Experience.

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined 1 day ago

Fabulous dinner. Melt in your mouth filet, best Brussels sprouts ever, lovely atmosphere and server. Perfect way to end our trip.

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Red Oak Steakhouse at Saracen Resort

4.7

4.7 (374)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Pine Bluff

About the restaurant

As a proud new addition to Central Arkansas' strong culinary legacy, Red Oak Steakhouse combines comfortable elegance with unmatched elevated flavors. Serving prime grade wet and dry-aged beef and working with local farmers to ensure the freshest ingredients, a meal at Red Oak takes it to the next level.

Reservations are recommended.
Must be 21 or older to enter the property. State ID is required.
No outside food or drink allowed.
No gifts are allowed.

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Paula

Dined 3 days ago

This is wonderful fine dining experience. The food is wonderful!

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Popular dish

Seared Diver Scallops

Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom

4.9

4.9 (497)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Little Rock

About the restaurant

WE ARE NOW ONLY TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS AND HOLIDAYS, WHICH WE WILL POST ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA AND PUBLIC SITES. PLEASE CALL US WELL IN ADVANCE FOR PARTIES OF 9 OR MORE AND COME SEE US SOON!

Raduno offers Neapolitan-style pizzas and gourmet soups, salads, and sandwiches for lunch and dinner, as well as an exceptional brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays. The food is accompanied by 20 different craft beers on tap, 4 wines on tap, an extensive wine selection, as well as a craft cocktail menu created by our bar staff. The atmosphere is causal, and the interior combines modern chic with historic retro, such as the reclaimed wooden floors that were once old 18 wheeler trailers beds, hanging Edison light bulb fixtures, a 36-foot marble-top bar framed with antique brick and white oak wood, mirrored walls, and clean lines. We have also built a patio on Main Street that is perfect for outdoor, dog-friendly patio dining.

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ElizabethVIP

Dined 7 days ago

We had a great mother's day brunch at Raduno! We loved being able to make a reservation for mother's day and all of our food, apps, and drinks were delicious. We also had great service.

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Popular dish

Veggie Lasagna

One Eleven at the Capital

4.7

4.7 (617)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Led by Executive Chef Brad Izzard, One Eleven is happy to welcome you for breakfast on weekdays and brunch on weekends!

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Johnetta

Dined on May 10, 2025

Everything was excellent! Highly recommend! I will definitely come back.

Park Grill - Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

4.6

4.6 (388)

$30 and under

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Park Grill will serve contemporary American fare inspired by local and seasonal ingredients. The new restaurant seats approximately 100 guests and features floor-to-ceiling views of the museum's outdoor sculptures, landscaped event lawn, and MacArthur Park and has outdoor dining options, as well as a spacious private dining room.

Park Grill hours are as follows: Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m. for lunch service, Wednesday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. for dinner service. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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Mary

Dined on May 6, 2025

I've recently discovered the joy of taking guests to the Park Grill for meals or just drinks & appetizers. The restaurant is quiet so conversation doesn't have to be conducted at the level of "yelling." The food is well prepared and delicious, and presentation is high level. The ambience is a notch above and the view outside the floor to ceiling windows can't be beat. It's my favorite place to take myself and especially guests to!

Steinhaus Keller

4.7

4.7 (1773)

$31 to $50

Bavarian

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Arkansas' finest German Restaurant and Biergarten. Located in the grotto of Spencer's Corner in historic Dowtown Hot Springs. Our cave-like atmosphere is truly unique. Enjoy your favorite German beer in our lush Biergarten. We look forward to seeing you. Prost!

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Christina

Dined 1 day ago

Great Birthday dinner for two on the patio. Great vibe and the sparkler birthday candle & cake was awesome.

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4.8

4.8 (2145)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Hot Springs Premier Steak and Seafood Restaurant. Offering USDA Prime Beef, Fresh Seafood, an Oyster Bar, a Fantastic Wine list and a Bourbon Bar with over 400 Bourbons, the largest selections in the state.

Some of our signature dishes are: The Boursin Filet, Truffle Chicken, and the Double Cut Pork Chop.
Our seafood lineup changes daily because we source seafood direct, our Purveyor provides us with the best product they have availably, and our Chefs use it to make unique and delicious dishes.

Our Main Dining Room is Upscale, Intimate and Romantic. The Bourbon Bar area is Rustic, Comfortable, Classy and Vibrant. We have a Beautiful Patio (must be 21yrs old to enter), great place for before or after dinner cocktails.
Hot Springs National Park and Oaklawn Racetrack are just minutes away.
*Note: If you are unable to find availability online, please contact us directly and we may be able to accommodate.

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JasonVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had such an incredible experience! Scott was our server and he was the absolute best. So knowledgeable and friendly and charismatic. The food was incredible and the atmosphere was superb. Will definitely be dining here again. This is officially my favorite restaurant in Hot Springs!!

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42 bar and table at The Clinton Presidential Center

4.7

4.7 (1020)

$30 and under

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

42 bar and table, the Clinton Center’s onsite restaurant, offers diners a delicious blend of local favorites and internationally-inspired cuisine. Come enjoy our acclaimed food and outstanding service in our dining room or on our patio and terrace, which offer unparalleled views of the Arkansas River and the lighted Clinton Presidential Park Bridge.

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Sara

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Fabulous experience! Music level was background level and we were able to converse with ease. Food was impeccably done and our server, Salvon, made the entire experience top notch, pleasant, and relaxing.

The Grumpy Rabbit

4.7

4.7 (509)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Our vision for The Grumpy Rabbit is to serve both Lonoke residents as well as people from surrounding communities and visitors passing through town. We want Lonoke to thrive and be prosperous and believe that leading by example and running a successful business will attract others to the area and inspire similar investment. Our hope for The Grumpy Rabbit is that as an anchor for revitalization, it will become a central location that draws foot traffic to historic downtown Lonoke. Additionally, as we employ both full-time and part-time staff, we are excited to bring new families to Lonoke, and know they will love the area as much as we do!

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Beth

Dined on May 10, 2025

Fantastic as always. Lonoke is very lucky to have such a great place. The service is always top notch as well.

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Popular dish

Award-Winning Carrot Cake

Draft and Table

4.7

4.7 (27)

$30 and under

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Step into Draft + Table, a culinary gem in the heart of Argenta, where local ingredients meet modern flair. More than just a restaurant, it offers an experience that embodies community spirit.

Executive Chef Kevin Doroski has crafted a menu celebrating classic American favorites and unique, locally-inspired dishes. Enjoy mouthwatering burgers, fresh salads, and innovative entrees that tantalize every taste bud.

The warm, inviting atmosphere is perfect for romantic dinners, family gatherings, or casual nights out with friends. The stunning bar features local craft beers, creative cocktails, and a full espresso bar, ensuring the perfect beverage to complement your meal.

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Summer

Dined 7 days ago

Brunch was fantastic and the restaurant was beautiful.

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