We in Central Arkansas are completely spoiled when it comes to our drink scene. We have several first-class breweries, one of the best distilleries in the country, and an emerging coffee and tea scene that is making large strides every year. Our beverages are so far above average, that we at Rock City Eats decided …
It looks like we’re just weeks away from Three Sams BBQ Joint opening back up. Owner Annette Jones tells me the final construction step is to glaze the concrete floors in the dining room. After that, the inspectors will give the green light and Jones can start moving in all equipment and furniture. Jones tells …
News There isn’t a lot of big news happening this week, but plenty of interesting tidbits to get you caught up on, starting with Big Orange’s massively successful Lucie’s Shake from the month of February. For every rainbow cake-stuffed milkshake sold, Big Orange set aside $3 for Lucie’s Place, a Little Rock charity that helps …
News The Fold has begun construction on its patio area to turn the space into a convertible dining area. That means you’ll be able to enjoy the enclosed patio when it’s cold outside, and the restaurant will open it up for the warmer months. As to what the finished reveal will look like, general manager …
There is nothing in the food scene that Little Rock does better than drinks. Don’t misunderstand; there are outstanding restaurants and chefs in Central Arkansas that are doing outstanding work. But for its size, the Little Rock area has a simply staggering amount of quality breweries and bars (and one world-class distillery to boot). A …
For the next few days, dozens of restaurants in Little Rock are participating in a one-of-a-kind charity effort to help feed hungry children right here in our city. The drive is called “Restaurants Give Back,” and it aims to collect enough food to help children in the Little Rock School District who will be food …
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Every bar has those bottles that it considers “top shelf.” These are spirits that are usually rare, delicious and, yes, expensive. Every now and then, the bartender reaches for one of these bottles to serve a curious customer or fulfill a special occasion request. But for the most part, the top-shelf bottles sit collecting dust, …
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News Chef and owner of Southern Salt Food Company Lauren McCants is now working the kitchen at long-time dive bar White Water Tavern. McCants is cooking up Southern Salt favorites on the weekends, plus Tuesday and Thursday nights. Of course, the Cuban Reuben is there, as are jerk chicken nachos, chicken mole quesadillas, and sweet …
You know, it’s not like I didn’t already know the bar at Big Orange Midtown was good. Ever since it opened in 2013, the visually distinctive bar area has played host to some wonderfully talented beverage professionals. Lee Edwards, Ben Bell, Elisa Towbin-Jones, Jarrod Johnson, Dylan Yelenich, Brett Bassett and still many more (my apologies …
A Shining Fall Cocktail Menu at Big Orange Midtown Read More »
News Progress is coming slow but steady on the new Bruno’s Deli on Main St. in downtown Little Rock. Owner Gio Bruno tells me he is working on moving in inventory and training staff for the new business next door to Bruno’s Little Italy. Team members today have been stocking the grocery area with pasta, …