Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Little Rock

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Little Rock? 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!

Brave New Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (3126)

$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.

Top review

Andrea

Dined 5 days ago

It was the perfect evening for dining on the back patio, enjoying the hummingbirds, egret, and view. The food was divine, as always and the service was impeccable: attentive, without ever being intrusive. Brave New is our favorite place to celebrate a special occasion.

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Table 28 - Little Rock

4.8

4.8 (914)

$31 to $50

American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

The Burgundy Hotel introduces Table 28, serving Modern American Cuisine featuring Executive Chef Scott Rains.

Chef Rains is proud to source locally-grown organic produce from Arkansas farmers in his bold menu that showcases his brilliance in working with Southern flair to create a revolutionary take on Modern American Cuisine. Table 28 offers local charm and an approachable elegance that is second to none. Be sure to join us for our Happy Hour, Monday-Thursday from 4p.m. to 6:00p.m.

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Wootenvip

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

Chef offers creative versions of local dishes. Never disappoints. Menu changes periodically with new creations. Server very attentive. Always interested to find what the chef has included on the menu.

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Popular dish

Curry Duck Breast

Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Capeo

4.8

4.8 (403)

$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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Gayelynne

Dined 3 days ago

Never disappoints . My overall favorite place to dine

J&S Italian Villa

4.8

4.8 (284)

$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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Lindavip

Dined today

This is my favorite restaurant in Hot Springs. The good is amazing, ALWAYS.

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Popular dish

Caprese Salad

Popular dish

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Popular dish

Fettuccine Alfredo

Allsopp & Chapple Restaurant + Bar

4.8

4.8 (1276)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Little Rock

About the restaurant

Allsopp & Chapple is open for dinner 4pm - 9pm (Sun-Thurs) and 4pm - 10pm (Fri-Sat). We pride ourselves in outstanding service, fine dining, and an extensive wine list. There is a full bar on-site with signature cocktails. We look forward to serving you!

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Bob

Dined 4 days ago

Had a wonderful dinner last night. Drinks were great, bread service was delicious and then our entrees were absolutely amazing. I had the lobster mac and cheese and am thinking about going back again tonight to have it again. Great dining experience and will definitely return!

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Park Grill - Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

4.7

4.7 (301)

$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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RyanJ

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and excellent food in a superb environment!

SO Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (677)

$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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Lindsay

Dined 1 day ago

Had a wonderful date night here with my husband. We went early in the evening and it wasn’t super busy. It was a quite wonderful atmosphere. Food was excellent and our waiter Brock was amazing and very attentive! Will dine here again

Marty's Place

4.6

4.6 (112)

$30 and under

American

Maumelle

About the restaurant

At Marty's Place we believe delicious food and awesome customer service will set us aside from the rest.

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RyanJ

Dined on Jul 26, 2024

Great food and wonderful service! First time there and will definitely be back!

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Experience

Happy Hour 3-6pm Everyday!

Mt. Fuji Japanese Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (14)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Calico Rock

About the restaurant

We are Mt. Fuji. First sushi bar in Little Rock. Mt. Fuji offers Japanese homestyle cooking and comfort food, as well as high quality, premium nigiri and sashimi. Top menu items that are highlighted amongst the staff and guests include: Hamachi Crudo, Tonkotsu Ramen, A5 Japanese Wagyu, Fresh Wasabi Root, Specialty Fish flown in from Japan, and extensive Sake offerings to pair with your meal! We are a family owned restaurant who're trying to carry on tradition passed on to us and are actively staying up to date with the current food scene in Japan! Come join us and experience a small taste of Home!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 3, 2024

Love new location! Attractive, open, fun atmosphere. Delicious food, excellent service! so glad they are back ❤️

Steinhaus Keller

4.5

4.5 (1673)

$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!

Top review

Kristin

Dined 5 days ago

Food, was as always, excellent. We sat outside in the biergarten and it was perfect. We both tried new beer choices and I had one of the best beef stroganoffs that I have ever eaten.

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