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

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best service 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!

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Sonny Williams' Steak Room

4.9

4.9 (836)

$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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Tom

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely the finest filet mignon I've eaten in some time.

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4.9

4.9 (1037)

$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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Georgia

Dined 7 days ago

Looking forward to the next trip to Hot Springs....and especially dinner at The Bugler!

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42 bar and table at The Clinton Presidential Center

4.9

4.9 (997)

$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

We are on the patio and it was quite pleasant. Our server Brianna was personable and efficient as we were having lunch before catching a flight. All the staff was excellent and the food was delicious!

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4.9

4.9 (681)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Contemporary metropolitan bistro meets Southern small-town hospitality in a
neighborhood bar. SO offers the best in fresh seafood and hand-cut rustic
meats, complimented by an extensive and diverse wine list, honored with Wine
Spectator's Award of Excellence. Whether casual dinners, special occasions,
meetings with clients, or private parties, our service will impress.

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Thomas

Dined on Sep 18, 2024

Excellent meal, service and atmosphere. We went to celebrate our anniversary and we were quite happy. Meal was timed perfectly and the waitress was attentive without being intrusive. Definitely will return.

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4.8

4.8 (1690)

$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.

FOR FLOWERS, CHOCOLATES, ETC, PLEASE GO TO : https://hotspringsfloristgifts.com

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Mary Janevip

Dined 1 day ago

Very enjoyable dining experience. The ambiance is so nice. The service was impeccable. Food was delicious.

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Maine Diver Scallops

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Eden at Hotel Hale

4.8

4.8 (215)

$31 to $50

American

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Hotel Hale in downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas is home to our beautiful restaurant, Eden. Join us in the dining room and experience the old-world charm of an 1892 bathhouse. Dine under the skylight and enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by a fresh and flourishing garden.

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Richardvip

Dined 5 days ago

Great bar experience and large servings…. But, a bit disappointed with a couple of the sides…..Risotto was definitely not to our standards, but the trout it came with was excellent. The Brussel sprouts accompanying the surf and turf needed decorating. Overall very good experience but couldn’t give it 5 stars

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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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The Grumpy Rabbit

4.8

4.8 (471)

$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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Wm

Dined 5 days ago

If you’re traveling I40 Memphis to Little Rock ….. We stopped twice and enjoyed dinner both times they have unique items on the menu and everything is delicious. Prices are fair! People are friendly and they take reservations so no wait! Decor is informal and everybody seems to like it that way.

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Award-Winning Carrot Cake

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J&S Italian Villa

4.8

4.8 (286)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hot Springs

About the restaurant

Inspired by the coastal cuisine of Cinque Terra, J&S Italian Villa is a fun and trendy dining experience located in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. With seasonal menus crafted by 2-Michelin Star Chef Sascia Marchesi, you’ll enjoy unique and flavorful dishes featuring pasta made from scratch, seafood, steak, and fresh local produce.

Whether you’re interested in a date night for two, a special gathering in our private Red Room, catering for your big event, or simply relaxing with drinks and appetizers in a chic bar and lounge, J&S Italian Villa proudly provides attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere.

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Cathy

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing experience! The shrimp in Brandy cream sauce is the BEST !

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Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Fettuccine Alfredo

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4.9

4.9 (2004)

$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 300 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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Stacey

Dined 2 days ago

Joe the bartender was amazing. Knowledgeable, competent, and friendly.

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Grilled Oysters

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501 Smoked Pork Chop

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