The Dining Guide

@ THE CORNER Salads, burgers, and other sandwiches. Try the poutine, made with homemade french fries and tasty brown gravy. 201 E. Markham St. Alcohol is available. CC. $$-$$$. 400-8458. BL Tue.-Fri., BR Sat.-Sun.

42 BAR AND TABLE With a beautiful view of the Arkansas River, this spot, located inside the Clinton Presidential Center, features an internationally focused menu, as you might expect. 1200 President Clinton Ave. Full bar. CC. $-$$. 537-0042. L Mon.-Sat., BR Sun.; D Thu.-Sat.

ALLSOPP & CHAPPLE Elegant appetizers, filets, salmon, sea bass, shrimp and trout served alongside gorgeous cocktails. 311 S. Main St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 902-4911. LD Mon.-Fri.; D Sat.

ARTHUR’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE Dry-aged prime, Australian wagyu and certified Japanese Kobe beef in an elegant setting. There’s a wide choice of seafood, too. 16100 Chenal Parkway. Full bar. CC. $$$. 821-1838. D Mon.-Sat.

BARK BAR Dine on hot dogs and nibbles with canine companionship; there’s food and drink for your furry friends as well. 1201 S. Spring St. Beer and wine. CC. $-$$. 372-1926. D Tues.-Sun. L Sat.-Sun.

BIG ORANGE-MIDTOWN Hamburgers, shakes and fries are big draws, but you can get veggie burgers, turkey burgers, chicken sandwiches and creative big salads. 207 N. University Ave. Other locations in West Little Rock, Midtown Little Rock, North Little Rock Full bar. CC. $$. 379-8715. LD daily.

BIG WHISKEY’S AMERICAN BAR AND GRILL A modern grill pub with a big menu of boneless wings, burgers, steaks, soups and salads, plus whiskey on tap. 225 E. Markham St. Full bar. CC. $$. 324-2449. LD daily.

BOULEVARD BREAD CO. Fresh bread and pastries, and a wide selection of cheeses and meats to be had. Good coffee, too. 1920 N. Grant. Full bar. CC. $$. 663-5951. BLD Mon.-Sat.

BRAVE NEW RESTAURANT Chef/owner Peter Brave was doing “farm-to-table” before most of us knew the term. His focus is on fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared elegantly but simply. Ordering the fish special is never a bad choice. 2300 Cottondale Lane. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 663-2677. LD Mon.-Fri.; D Sat.

BROOD & BARLEY GASTROPUB

Great food and service. Interesting menu, full bar. Offering a taste of the East Coast, specialties like homemade Pimento Cheese stuffed olives, Sushi Tuna Bowl, Porter Onion Bake, not your average hamburger. Just go you’ll be very pleased, can’t go wrong with the food and drinks. Full bar. 411 Main Street, North Little Rock 501-400-8967. Monday – Saturday

BURGE’S TURKEYS AND HAMS Famous for its smoked turkeys and hams, but also a source for good fried catfish and homemade fried pies. 5620 R St. No alcohol. CC. $-$$. 666-1660. LD Mon.-Sat.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS Great wings and all the TVs you could want for watching the big game. 14800 Cantrell Road. Full bar. $$. 8685279. LD daily.

COPPER GRILL Comfort food with a twist; burgers, salads, great desserts, and more sophisticated dinner fare like filet mignon, salmon and walleye.

300 E. Third St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 375-3333. LD Mon.-Sat.

CORKY’S RIBS & BBQ The pulled pork is extremely tender and juicy, while the sauce is sweet and tangy without a hint of heat. Maybe the best dry ribs in the area. 12005 Westhaven Drive. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 954-7427. LD daily.

COUNT PORKULA

Watch out they’re expanding! Now on Maumelle Boulevard coming soon to the newest location just off Cantrell Road and Keightly. Biggest hit is the Brisket, and heck any ole thing you want! 1212 E. 6th Street – The Rail Yard in Little Rock.

CYPRESS SOCIAL Enjoy upscale Southern dishes with Cajun-Creole flair. Creative appetizers, huge salads and mouth-watering entrees are the order of the day here, featuring favorites from the Arkansas Delta to the Big Easy. 7103 Cock of the Walk Lane, North Little Rock (Maumelle). Full Bar. CC. $$-$$$ 916-2670 D Mon.-Sat.

DIAMOND BEAR BREWERY

CACHE RESTAURANT Well-presented plates of lobster, steak, chops and duck in a sleek, fine-dining atmosphere, with a slightly more casual lunch of pizza, sandwiches, fish and the like. 425 President Clinton Ave. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 850-0265. LD Mon.-Fri. D Sat., BR Sun.

CAPITAL BAR AND GRILL Hearty sandwiches, daily lunch specials and fine evening dining, all at one of the swankiest bars in Arkansas. 111 Markham St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 370-7013. LD daily.

CHARLEE’S GOOD TIME DRINKERY is your local watering hole, favorite restaurant, and live music venue in the Little Rock River Market! The owner’s love of BBQ and good music drove his desire to create a place focused on good food and entertainment. 500 President Clinton Ave, Suite 105. Full Bar, CC, $-$$. 501-747-1246 Monday-Sunday, 11 am-2 am.

CHEERS IN THE HEIGHTS Good burgers and sandwiches, vegetarian offerings and salads at lunch, and fish specials and good steaks in the evening. 2010 N. Van Buren St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 663-5937. LD Mon.-Sat.

CIAO BACI This casually swank Hillcrest bungalow has a shady deck in the summer and heaters during the cooler months, a gorgeous bar, and daily fine dining specials. But it's also open late and has seasonal menu changes, that include bar bites for late night appetites!

605 N. Beechwood St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 6030238. D Mon.-Sat.

600 N. Broadway St., North Little Rock AR 72114

One of central Arkansas’s first breweries. Great then Great now – with expanded beer offerings. Restaurant has a touch of German, but anyone can find something great to eat that goes well with beer selection. Funky Dawg Patio. Great owners and staff, brewing some great beer. Can’t go wrong. 600 N. Broadway St., North Little Rock AR 72114

DIZZY’S GYPSY BISTRO Interesting bistro fare and award-winning Le Petit Roche cheese dip at this neighborhood favorite. 200 River Market Ave. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 375-3500. LD Tue.-Sat.

DOE’S EAT PLACE This funky dive sees its share of suits and ties with its huge steaks, great tamales, broiled shrimp and killer burgers. 1023 W. Markham St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 376-1195. LD Mon.-Fri.; D Sat.

DUGAN’S Located in downtown Little Rock, Dugan’s serves up Irish fare like fish and chips and corned beef and cabbage, alongside classic bar food. The chicken fingers and burgers are also a stand out. 401 East 3rd Street, Little Rock, AR, 72201. duganspublr.com. 501-244-0542

THE FADED ROSE The Cajun-inspired menu seldom disappoints. Faded’s steaks, the Judge’s cheese dip and soaked salads are legendary. 1619 Rebsamen Park Road. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 663-9734. LD daily.

FLYING FISH The fried seafood is fresh and crunchy, the gumbo hot, and the boiled shrimp and raw oysters cold. There are plenty of grilled offerings, too. 511 President Clinton Ave. Beer and wine. CC. $$. 375-3474. LD daily.

FLYING SAUCER A popular hangout for locals thanks to its almost 200 beers (including 75 on tap), but also its soups, salads, pizza and appetizers. 323 President Clinton Ave. Full bar. CC. $$. 372-8032. LD daily.

FLYWAY BREWING A popular brewery that also serves up quality pub food and snacks. 314 Maple St., NLR. Beer. $$. 350-8868. D Mon.Thu., LD Fri.-Sun.

FOUR QUARTER BAR This Argenta favorite doesn’t serve your average bar food. The menu features locally sourced pork, handmade sauces and famous hand-pattied burgers along with weekly specials that you won’t find anywhere else. Even better, the kitchen is open until 1:30 a.m. every night. Four Quarter also offers a great selection of rotating craft beer on draft. With great live music, a hidden patio, shuffleboard and dominoes, Four Quarter Bar has it all. 415 Main Street, NLR, 501-313-4704.

GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN Today’s special? Chicken. Signature hot fried chicken, made from fresh, never-frozen, hormone-free meat. Try the pie or fried pickles, or go for chicken and waffles on Sundays. 300 President Clinton Ave. Beer. CC. $-$$. 372-2211. LD daily.

HILL STATION Come for lunch, stay for happy hour and dinner! Indoor seating, but the outdoor lawn picnic tables are the best! Bring two and four legged friends. Everything is great, favorite is the BBQ Salad. Great staff, lots of tv's, music and good ole people watching. Inside is nice too!! 2712 Kavanaugh Blvd, Opens at 4PM, weekends earlier for lunch crowds and watching the game on TV. Opens at 4, earlier on weekends. 501.747.2230

HOMER’S WEST Great Food and good ole fashion service, friendly and on top of everything. Just like Mama’s cookin’. Brunch is served. Fried Catfish, Country Fried Steak and an entire menu full of home cooking. Full Bar. 9700 N. Rodney Parham Rd. 9700 N. Rodney Parham Rd.

KITCHEN EXPRESS Little Rock’s best fried chicken? You decide. Delicious “meat and three” restaurant offering big servings of homemade soul food. 4600 Asher Ave. No alcohol. CC. $-$$. 666-3500. BLD Mon.-Sat.; LD Sun.

THE LIBRARY KITCHEN & LOUNGE Opens at 4. Live shows and entertainment. Not your typical bar food. Great starters, salads, Entrees & Handhelds, twelve side options and Desserts. Full Bar. Happy Hour from 4-7pm, Brunch Saturday & Sunday 1 an- 2pm. Great people watching inside and out! 313 President Clinton Ave. (River Market area) 501.916.9826

LASSIS INN One of the state’s oldest restaurants still in the same location — and one of the best for catfish and buffalo fish ribs. There’s a jukebox, but no dancing. Also a “James Beard Award” winner. 518 E. 27th St. Beer and wine. CC. $-$$. 372-8714. LD Tue.-Sat.

LOCA LUNA Grilled meats, seafood and pasta dishes that never stray far from country roots, whether Italian, Spanish or Arkie; plus “The First White Cheese Dip in America.” 3519 Old Cantrell Road. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 663-4666. L Mon.-Fri.; D daily; BR Sat.-Sun.

LOST FORTY BREWING Craft brewery restaurant with a Delta influence on its food. 501 Byrd St. Beer and wine. CC. $$. 319-7335. LD Wed.-Sun. BR Sun.

MADDIE’S PLACE Lunch specials, serious desserts, and a menu with a New Orleans flavor — all in a fun, upbeat atmosphere. 1615 Rebsamen Park Road. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 660-4040. LD Tue-Sat.

MIDTOWN BILLIARDS Grilling amazing burgers, Spam sandwiches, grilled cheeses and even Boca burgers late into the night. 1316 S. Main St. Full bar. CC. $$$. 372-9990. D daily.

PETIT & KEET Finer dining offering fresh, creative dishes and a great wine list for discriminating palates. Steaks, veal and seafood are all on the menu in this stylish sit-down enclave. Also home to some of the city’s most creative mixologists. 1620 Market St. Full bar. CC. $$$ 319-7675 D Mon.-Sat.

THE RAIL YARD Dog-friendly Hangar Hill-area food truck court that also serves as permanent home to Count Porkula BBQ. 1212 E. Sixth St. Beer and wine. CC. $-$$$. 372-9273. LD Tues.-Sun.

RED DOOR Fresh seafood, steaks, chops, pastas, burgers and sandwiches served with deliciously detailed cocktails. 3701 Old Cantrell Road. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 666-8482. L Mon.-Sat.; D daily; BR Sat.-Sun.

RENO’S ARGENTA CAFE A tasty variety of appetizers, sandwiches, wraps and specialty pizzas. Daily drink and food specials. 312 Main St., NLR. Full bar. $$. 376-2900. LD Mon.-Sat.

RIVERFRONT STEAKHOUSE Located inside the Wyndham Riverfront in North Little Rock, this restaurant serves several cuts of steak, an assortment of sides and other items such as crab cakes, shrimp, chicken and lobster. 2 Riverfront Place, NLR. Full bar. $$$. 375-7825. D Mon.-Sat.

THE ROOT CAFE Homey, local food-focused cafe. With tasty burgers, homemade bratwurst, banh mi and a number of vegan and veggie options. Breakfast and Sunday brunch, too. 1500 S. Main St. No alcohol. CC. $$$. 414-0423. BL Tue.Sat.; BR Sun.

SAMANTHA’S TAP ROOM AND WOOD GRILL

MUGS CAFE This Argenta neighborhood hangout and coffee bar is open for breakfast and lunch: Delicious sandwiches, specials, all-day breakfast foods and $5 all-you-can-eat pancakes are common on Saturday mornings. 515 Main St., NLR. Beer and wine. $$. 379-9101. BLD Mon.-Sat. BL Sun.

MURRY’S Since 1967, Murry’s Dinner Playhouse has been serving up food, fun and fabulous live entertainment. The Playhouse takes pride in offering a complete evening with dinner and a show all for one low price. For less than the price of dinner and a movie, you can experience the wonderful world of live theater! The buffet menu changes every show, to go along with the shows’ theme. 6323 Col Glenn Rd., Little Rock, AR 72204. murrysdp.com. 501-562-3131

NORTH BAR Park Hill’s neighborhood bar delivers an exciting menu of creative burgers, salads, sandwiches and more, along with a full bar serving up an eclectic collection of local and regional beer, wine and cocktails. 3812 JFK Blvd., NLR. Full bar. $$. 420-1117. LD Tue.-Sat.

THE OYSTER BAR Long standing, family-friendly joint serving shrimp gumbo, fried catfish and other Cajun-styled favorites. TV's always on and live music plays in the background. Don't miss the fresh oysters and the other seafood heavy items. A complete renovation makes it feel comfortable, to go along with the great food. Full Bar, Opens 11 am to10pm. 3003 W. Markham Street, Little Rock 501.666.7100

Creative appetizers, big salads, tacos; entrées include chops, filets, quail breast and shrimp. Lots of beer and wine on tap. 322 S. Main St. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 379-8019. LD Mon.-Sat.

SIMS BAR-B-QUE A Little Rock classic with great spare ribs, sandwiches, beef, half and whole chicken and a unique vinegar-mustard-brown sugar sauce. 1307 John Barrow Road. Beer. CC. $-$$. 224-2057. LD Mon.-Sat.

SKINNY J’S There is something for everyone on the mind-blowingly large menu — 17 appetizers and 15 burger choices. 314 Main St., NLR. Full bar. $$. 916-2645. LD Mon.-Fri., BLD Sat.-Sun.

SO RESTAURANT BAR Call it a French brasserie with a sleek, not fussy, American finish. The wine selection is broad and choice. Free valet parking. 3610 Kavanaugh Blvd. Full bar. CC. $$-$$$. 663-1464. LD Mon.-Sat.; D Sun.

SONNY WILLIAMS’ STEAK ROOM Top-of-theline steaks, chops, and seafood, plus decadent desserts, and a fish of the day at this fine-dining spot. 500 President Clinton Ave. Full bar. CC. $$$-$$$$. 324-2999. D Mon.-Sat.

STICKYZ ROCK ’N’ ROLL CHICKEN SHACK Fingers any way you can imagine, plus cheese dip, sandwiches and burgers. Also a fun setting for music or happy hour. 107 River Market Ave. Full bar. CC. $-$$. 372-7707. LD daily.

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