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If you are looking for a good meal in Little Rock, the only problem you will have is narrowing down your choices. Whether you seek fine dining or good old-fashioned Southern barbecue, you are sure to enjoy the many options that Little Rock has to offer.

Downtown

Perhaps the most famous of the area's establishments is Juanita's, a favorite of President Clinton. If you are in the River Market area, there are plenty of choices. Stop at Big on Tokyo and try the Japanese Hibachi-grilled lunch special. You can also take home ingredients from the restaurant's grocery store and try a little Japanese cooking yourself. For casual dining, walk up to the counter at Shaka Smoke Lodge, a great place for breakfast popular among locals. For a fun atmosphere and a mixed-bag menu, try Chit's. A popular after-work hot spot, it is definitely not the kind of place where you are expected to wear a coat and tie.

At Spaule you can choose from a classy menu in a friendly and elegant setting. This has been called the best restaurant in town. Try Ashley's at the Capital, where you can treat your business associates to food from a first-rate Continental menu. Your Mama's Good Food offers cafeteria-style dining with Southern portions of staples such as chicken-fried steak and meatloaf. The Old Feed House has a noteworthy buffet, while Cotham's in the City serves great hamburgers with all the Southern fixings.

North Little Rock

Try Georgia's Gyros if Mediterranean cooking is more up your alley. A trip to the South would not be complete without sampling some of the region's famous down-home specialties such as catfish, barbecue, assorted greens, cornmeal concoctions and melt-in-your-mouth smoked meats. The All-U-Can-Eat Catfish deal at Grampa's is well worth the money. For steaks, there is Sir Loin's Inn, where you'll find a lodge setting and some serious beef.

West Little Rock

Offering Mexican cuisine and live music nightly, this local legend boasts some of the city's best fajitas. El Porton serves up Mexican specialties in a family-friendly atmosphere. Star of India boasts hefty portions. Try Hunan Oriental Cuisine if you are in the mood for Chinese. Among young professionals, the hip place to be is Sekisui Sushi Bar & Hibachi Grill, which has a revolving sushi bar. And the Butcher Shop's name speaks for itself: steaks are made to order here, and you can even cook your own.

Hillcrest/Heights

Can't-miss taste treats in the Hillcrest/Heights area include the Far East cuisine of Shogun Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar. Overlooking the river, Cajun's Wharf serves great seafood supplemented by live music. Also try Andre's Hillcrest, a European-style bistro. Set in a renovated cottage, it features a dinner menu highlighted by duck and veal.
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