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

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Park Grill - Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

4.7

4.7 (310)

$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.

Top review

Adriene

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

Great food. Service was quick. I was given fries instead of the salad I requested and they made me whole.

One Eleven at the Capital

4.8

4.8 (589)

$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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MichelleM

Dined on Aug 11, 2024

Always a very nice meal and experience. Bringing the kids and grands soon.

42 bar and table at The Clinton Presidential Center

4.9

4.9 (994)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

It was a beautiful day, Oct 1, 2024 and we sat outside. We had the BBQ bacon burger and homemade chips with sweet tea. It was the BEST burger I’ve ever ate. The ambience was perfect.

The Bugler

4.9

4.9 (1033)

$31 to $50

American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

The Bugler, overlooking Oaklawn's legendary racetrack, offers an array of culinary creations including Steaks, Fire and Ice Seafood Tower, Chilean Sea Bass and much more. Featuring handcrafted cocktails and wines from around the world. The Bugler staff looks forward to serving you.

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Wayne and Cherie

Dined 2 days ago

We were there to celebrate a very special anniversary. The waitstaff was wonderful, very attentive and helpful. The food was amazing and the presentation was beautiful. This was definitely fine dining at its best! The steaks literally melted in our mouths. We will be back very soon!

Brave New Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (3138)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

A casual, warm environment, delicious food and excellent service at a reasonable cost. It is our goal to have every meal be a celebration of food and to always keep an edge of new in our work.

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Matt

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

Business dinner on the patio. Perfect weather, views, food, service; everything.

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Red Oak Steakhouse at Saracen Resort

4.8

4.8 (316)

$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.

Top review

Rance

Dined 7 days ago

Great service and great food. What else do you need?

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Seared Diver Scallops

4.8

4.8 (1686)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

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.

Please note that parties of 6 or more may have a gratuity of 21% added.
Dinner service on Tuesday through Thursday is from 5:00 to 8:30. The bar closes at 9:00
Dinner service on Friday and Saturday is from 5:00 to 9:30. The bar closes at 10:00.
No outside food or beverage please, including cakes.

Happy Hour is Tuesday-Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00. 1/2 priced appetizers and $6.00 Well drinks along with 1/2 priced Bonanza Cabernet and Kith n Kin Chardonnay.

Dr. Daron Praetzel, Owner

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Chris

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful! The vibe is definitely chill. The food is orgasmic. They have salt and pepper on the tables but it just for decoration because you don’t need it. The ribeye was perfectly prepared by the chef and melted in my mouth. The brussel sprouts were delicious lightly fried, the whipped potatoes phenomenal! The oysters Rockefeller had a touch of crushed red pepper in them that really set them apart from anything that I have ever had before! The pastry chef made a cheese cake that screams I should have my own show on the food channel. But let’s take a minute to discuss the rolls. The rolls are a yeast rolls tossed in a honey butter and sprinkled with a tiny bit of sea salt. The lightness and the fluffiness of the roll added with the butter and sea salt is something you will never experience again. The way you eyes dilate and your taste buds cry from the pure joy the very second that the roll first touches them is a feeling that CANNOT Be replicated by anyone. In short when Gordon Ramsey wants to eat something he didn’t cook and not worry about having to yell at someone, this is the place. Guy Fieri needs to come to this place because the true flavor town has been discovered!

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Sonny Williams' Steak Room

4.9

4.9 (835)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Sonny Williams' Steak Room in Little Rock, Arkansas is in the River Market District offering up a fine dining experience along with wonderful music at the piano bar. Naturally, you can find plenty of fine wines available at this establishment, as well.
*****For New Years Eve or Valentines Day please call the restaurant to schedule a reservation.******

Sonny Williams' Steak Room has some fantastic appetizers for you to enjoy. These include items like the fried calamari, jumbo lump crab cakes and the French Onion Soup. Of course, you can choose from many different cuts of steak when you visit Sonny Williams' Steak Room. Try the Double Bone Smoked Pork Chop, Herb Roasted Chicken, and Alaskan King Crab legs as well. For dessert, consider the warm Bread Pudding w/ Whiskey Sauce, or a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream.

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John

Dined 6 days ago

Great experience and food all the way around! Will be back!

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4.8

4.8 (470)

$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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Monique

Dined 2 days ago

Food is amazing, service fantastic! It can be a little pricey depending on what you get but it’s definitely worth it!

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Award-Winning Carrot Cake

Capeo

4.8

4.8 (420)

$31 to $50

Italian

North Little Rock

About the restaurant

~Fine Italian Cuisine ~ Open Kitchen ~ Wine Cellar ~ Full Bar ~ Free Parking ~ Trolley Stop #1 ~ Casual Dress ~ We Sell Gift Cards ~ Reservations Recommended ~ We Proudly Make Everything In-House ~ Online Take Out and Gift Card Orders ~
Ristorante Capeo, Est 2003, is an authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of the Argenta Arts District in Downtown North Little Rock, Arkansas. Families are welcome to the friendly and historic venue where they can experience a taste of truly authentic Italian Cusine . Our menu offers mainstay items that include wood-fired pizzas, Classic and Signature Antipasti, Homemade Pasta Dishes and Entrees, all made to order in house. For a wholesome and balanced experience at Ristorante Capeo, we have a nice wine cellar with hundreds of labels to satisfy all budgets and a full dining bar. The cozy atmosphere of the 130 year old building and top notch experienced staff serving the best Italian food in Arkansas make your dining experience beyond reproach.

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Robin

Dined 1 day ago

Incredible service. Incredible food. 12/10 recommend! Can’t wait to go back! Also, the muscles are DIVINE🤤🤤🤤

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