14 Best Southern Restaurants in Little Rock

“Great place, amazing food, and great people!! I enjoyed every bit of ever item I got today! The greens are to die for and that peach cobbler. Mmmm so good!! Thank you Bobbie D's for your amazing kind service on my anniversary ❤️ ♥️“

“4*on food b/c onion rings where burned yet sogging with crust falling off. Hushpuppies were oil soaked on the outer third of crust...4* on atmosphere due to sticky tabletops, lack of sugar substitute on the tables and secondary dinning hall's restroom was in need of cleaning. The soap dispenser was off the wall and not in working order. (How do employees wash their hands before returning to work?)Shrimp was good as always. Fried catfish was delicious as we've come to expect.“

“My only complaint is that I don't live anywhere near Little Rock, so I won't be able to to come back. Great food, great people. A sampler is always a good way to start out, but the nachos are *fire*.Vegetarian options: Everything is vegan. Get whatever you want.“

“We really enjoyed this seafood restaurant! The catfish, shrimp and the gator poor boy were delicious. We definitely recommend Flying Fish. The decor is so interesting with walls of fish mounted and old tackle boxes as well as pictures of people with their catches. I loved the saying on the back of one of the managers that said, “We catch and release, in real hot grease.” Great service and the lady that was cleaning tables was amazing! She was running around cleaning up more quickly than I’ve ever seen anywhere!“

“We had dinner here, ordered the oysters and fried green tomatoes for appetizers, both were delicious. I ordered the cajun pasta with shrimp and it was phenomenal, my friend ordered the fish tacos and said they were her favorite. We sat out on the patio and our server was quick and responsive to refills.“

“All of the food we had was so delicious. Shrimp and grits, chicken fried steak, onion rings, fried green tomatoes and crawfish dip was so so great!!! Neat restaurant, good atmosphere. Great service. Haven't had such a great meal in a very long time. We will be back!!!“

“It was getting close to closing time and the work crews attitudes completely degraded from past experiences. There was plenty of time to make a couple of chicken salad sandwiches. They were still open. It will be a while before I go back there again.“

“This was the first time to go to Bobby's but it won't be the last. It is a throwback to school cafeteria: grab a tray, utensils, drink and then try to decide what you want. It was very busy so I made my decision quickly of fried chickens legs, mashed potatoes/white gravy, fried okra and cornbread. OMG, way more than I could eat but oh so good. It's not a fancy place by no means but we were perfectly happy to sit at a table with plastic tablecloth. They have an assortment of pies but there was no way I could eat pie after my meal. The raspberry lemonade icebox pie seemed to be the favorite of the day. Definitely worth checking this place out!“

“This charming restaurant, right on Clinton Blvd. in downtown Little Rock, has the best spicy fried chicken. It's consistently fresh, consistently hot, juicy, exact same amount of heat each time... great sides, cold drinks... This is one of my favorite restaurants. Try it; you won't be disappointed.Parking: There's a downtown parking garage that is free at times but paid at times. Also, there is often free parking on the street, depending on the schedule of events downtown.Kid-friendliness: We've taken our grandson, and seen other kids there quite often.Wheelchair accessibility: The front entrance and lower level are easily accessible and there's a ramp to the upper level as well. It's fully accessible.“

“Found while traveling. Food was really tasty and service was excellent. My travel partner really enjoyed the flavor of beer potato soup. The hose salad I had was a generous size. I enjoyed the flavor of the Cajun pasta but it didn't really agree with me later.“

“Big Bad Breakfast: A Must-Try Breakfast Spot! Extra - Extra read all about it. I recently discovered a hidden gem for breakfast lovers, and I couldn't wait to tell you all about it. Brace yourself, because Big Bad Breakfast has quickly become my absolute favorite breakfast spot! Let me start by saying that the food at BBB was absolutely phenomenal. From the moment our dishes arrived at our table, it was evident that they were prepared with utmost care. The flavors were incredibly fresh and the dishes were served piping hot. BBB was firing on all cylinders this morning! Their well-seasoned and scrumptious food left my taste buds in awe, and I simply couldn't get enough of it! The staff at BBB deserves a special mention too. They were not only courteous but also extremely friendly. It felt like we were dining with old friends rather than just being served by restaurant staff. Their warm and welcoming demeanor truly enhanced our dining experience. The atmosphere was absolutely fantastic! The moment we stepped into BBB, we were greeted by a cozy and inviting ambiance. The whole place had a vibrant energy, and it was evident that everyone was there to enjoy a delicious breakfast. If you're on the lookout for a great breakfast spot, you're in luck because this is the place to be! Trust me, you won't be disappointed! I can't wait to go back to BBB SOON!!!“

“I was going to midtown billiards for lunch but they were closed. Saw the Busker next door and I had the cheeseburger and fries and they were so good. The patty on the burger was really well seasoned. It was a great option for an easy lunch and I’ll definitely be back.“

“I just had chicken and dressing, mashed potatoes, white gravy, and smothered cabbage! This is the best lunch I've had in a long time. And it was the absolutely best cabbage I've ever eaten! Seeking this place for lunch is always a good decision. And someone even paid for our meal without us knowing! Thank you whoever you were!“

“The boiled shrimp were good. I got a half pound which was about 12 of them shell on, no heads. They were fresh shrimp, very basic with Cajun seasoning sprinkled on. The fried shrimp were pretty good. Red beans and rice was nothing to write home about. My buddy said his calamari was cooked to perfection. He thought the hush puppies were the frozen kind, but I liked them. Overall, I would eat here again. Next time I'll try some different things. Maybe something grilled.“