Italian
Johnny Carino's11600 Pleasant Ridge Rd
501-225-3434
This chain of Italian restaurants features traditional pastas and a little more grilled food than at some Italian chains.
Romano's Macaroni Grill
11100 West Markham Street
501-221-3150
This chain offers heartier Italian food than some of the other chains. It's a favorite among locals.
Mexican
Cozymel's Mexican Grill10 Shackleford Drive
501-954-7100.
11am-10pm Sunday-Thursday; 11am-11pm Friday-Saturday
They describe their chain of restaurants as a Yucatan-style seafood grill, however their non-seafood menu items are plentiful too. They do have a different flavor than our Tex-mex restaurants, using more fruits and lighter flavors. Pricing is moderate.
Capi's
11525 Cantrell Road, # 917
501-225-9600
Menu centers around the idea of global tapas, or small plates, drawing influence from Spanish, Asian, Mexican, and Southern cuisine.
On The Border
11721 Chenal Parkway
501-217-9275
This chain of Mexican grill restaurants has a big menu and pretty good food. It's often crowded on the weekends due to the location.
Asian
Jasmine's/Sesame's/Jerry B's27 Rahling Circle
11 am-2 pm Monday-Saturday, 5-9:30 pm Monday-Thursday, 5-10:30 pm Friday, 4-10:30 pm Saturday; 10 am-3 pm and 5-9 pm Sunday
501-821-1838
“East meets West” at this place. They have nice sushi and Japanese themed dishes, some Thai dishes and more western style dishes like steaks and lamb.
Sekisui Sushi Bar & Hibachi Grill
219 North Shackleford Road
501-221-7070
This chain has a Hibachi grill and a fun sushi bar. It's a fun place to go and a great place if you like sushi as they have a large selection.
Panda Garden
Shackelford Crossings Shopping Center, 2604 S. Shackelford Road, Suite G
501-224-8100
Hours: 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday
Panda Garden is all you can eat Chinese food, with some American foods like fries, prime rib and chicken strips. They also have sushi.
P.F. Chang's China Bristo
317 S. Shackleford Rd
501-225-4424
You can't miss the big horse statue on the outside. This chain of Chinese themed restaurants has typical menu choices.
European/Other
Gaucho's Grill11 Shackleford Drive
5-9:30 pm. Monday-Thursday, 5-10:30 pm Friday, 4-10:30 pm Saturday, 4-9 pm Sunday
501-821-2818
Best known for delivering all you can eat meat on skewers, Gaucho's makes for unique dining, but they are expensive. Great place for out of town visitors or special events. Gypsy's Grill and Bar
11401 Rodney Parham Road
World cuisine with a French emphasis. Their menu has quite a bit of seafood but also duck, lamb and steak. Moderate pricing.
Star of India
301 North Shackleford Road
Buffet daily from 11am-3pm, Menu Sunday-Thursday 5-10pm, Friday-Saturday 5-10:30pm
501-227-9900
This is a favorite of Little Rock locals. Casual with a great buffet for lunch. If you like Indian food, you won't be disappointed.
