The atmosphere at The Capital Bar & Grill is upscale without being uptight. They serve classic American dishes teeming with flavor. Try the perfectly cooked burgers or country fried steak and you'll be talking about your meal for months to come. It's located inside the Capital Hotel, which is teeming with elegance. Walk through the lobby and you'll be amazed at the luxurious decor. The restaurant is also a popular lunch option for people who work in the area.
Open since 2000, this popular Little Rock bakery is known for its outstanding artisan breads, Italian coffee and European style pastries. Everything at this charming establishment is made with thought and care, from using the finest organic, in-season ingredients, to being committed to being an environmentally low impact small business. The daily menu consists of a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salads, paninis, breakfast sandwiches and decadent desserts. Their selection of freshly baked bread, charcuterie, and cheeses make for excellent items to bring home and integrate into your own cooking.
Santo Coyote Mexican Food and Tequila Bar on McCain Boulevard is one of the best places in town to seek a hearty Mexican meal. Its rustic yet chic interiors are peppered with shades of traditional elements, which gives it a rather warm and laid-back ambiance. On the menu are a host of traditional yet flavorsome Mexican delicacies, that are always a delight to the palate. Take your pick from the scrumptious carnitas, chimichangas, enchiladas and burritos, and prepare to have your taste-buds break into a tingling frenzy. To complement your meal, opt for one of the exclusive tequilas infused with the spirit of Mexico.
Expect friendliness and formality the second you walk in, as all the employees stop to give you a traditional Japanese greeting. The food is as good as the service, with the largest sushi selection in town and large T-rolls. Check out the Happy Hour Sushi Special, offered every Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30p-7p, which includes a variety plate of sushi for a great price. The menu also features tempura, soft shell crab, and a variety of soups. Each is fairly priced.
Lifelong dream of owner Don Dugan, Dugan's Pub has quickly become a local favorite. Raising the bar on the usual pub-grub, Dugan's cuisine is made from scratch, using fresh, local ingredients. Expect to find traditional pub fare like soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches and burgers. An unexpected find is there Irish portion of the menu, which features bangers and mash, Guinness chicken and of course the ubiquitous corned beef hash. The decor lends a cozy air to the bright and open space with dark wood furnishings, stained glass accents, intimate booths and even a double sided fireplace.
Since its inception, American Pie Pizza has been wowing diners with their delicious pizzas. The brainchild of sisters, Tamsye Dodson & Melody Williford, this little pizza joint fuses together old-school and modern techniques to dish out pizzas and pies that are simply irresistible. Must try on the menu are the signature Bacon and Pepperoni Pizza and the signature Supreme Pizza that never fail to be a truly scintillating treat. Apart from their pizzas the pastas, salads, soups and sandwiches are also well worth a shot.