Hotel at The Middle (brand TBD)
Unbranded hotel planned for The Middle mixed-use development in west Little Rock. 1.64-acre hotel site sold for $1.5 million to DJ Hospitality LLC. Construction expected to begin fall 2026 with anticipated opening fall 2027. Located near intersection of North Rodney Parham Road and Cantrell Road, near I-430. Hotel brand not yet disclosed. Part of larger […]
McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli is planning to open a new location at 2024 Fair Park Blvd in Jonesboro, AR, returning to the area after a previous location on South Caraway Road closed. Developer Prateek Gera has a contract pending with Turnkey Investments and owner David Kearbey for the land sale, expected to close in approximately three months. […]
The Bap
Korean eatery called ‘The Bap’ is moving into the former Buffalo Grill location in the Bowman Curve Shopping Center in west Little Rock. Signage is up and social media postings confirm the name.
1916 Chop House & Spirits
New steakhouse and spirits concept opening in the former SO Restaurant & Bar space in Little Rock’s Hillcrest neighborhood. Menu will feature steaks, brisket, and game meats including wild boar, bison short ribs, venison duck, and Cornish game hen. Name references 1916, the year Little Rock annexed Pulaski Heights. Decor will feature historic photos. Will […]
Speakeasy/Bistro (Gary Penna project)
Stratton’s Market at 405 E. Third St. in Little Rock has closed after 14 years to make way for three new businesses. Gary Penna, founder of the Bourbon Club of Arkansas, is creating what he bills as a major new hospitality and whiskey concept, described as a speakeasy and bistro. Full article is paywalled so […]
Layne’s Chicken Fingers
C5 Restaurants, the largest developer in the Layne’s system, is opening a Layne’s Chicken Fingers location in Little Rock on May 16th. This will be the brand’s fourth location in Arkansas. Grand opening promotion includes free Layne’s for a year.
Waffle House
Third Waffle House location in Jonesboro area, located in Hilltop corridor on East Johnson Avenue near NEA Baptist Health System campus. Will provide 24-hour dining option for medical community.
AQ Chicken House
Northwest Arkansas restaurant staple reopening after closing in 2023. Hiring multiple positions including line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, busers, servers and hosts.
Mad Slice
Mad Slice pizzeria set to take over the space previously occupied by Iriana’s restaurant
Little Caesars
Proposed Little Caesars restaurant in SoMa district facing community pushback. Location would be next to Edwards Cash Saver with drive-thru service. Zoning commission to vote on proposal.