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Little Rock Daily's Date Night Guide
Little Rock Daily & Sarah Ann Bost
January 25, 2024
Looking for a new date night spot? Whether it's a date with your significant other, a new Bumble date, your bestie, or yourself - here are some date night ideas from your friends at Little Rock Daily!
We’ve even added a “vibe check” for you to help you choose the mood and vibe you are working for. 😉
Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
We're sure you've heard of Arthur's before, as it's a Little Rock staple. If not, here's your introduction to an excellent steak in Little Rock! The menu offers everything from tuna and filets to wagyu, making it suitable for everyone. The restaurant also provides a perfectly romantic ambiance to complement your dining experience!
Vibe Check: High-End Extravagance 💫 – Dress to impress, go boujee, and get ready to splurge.
Samantha’s Tap Room
Samantha’s features an incredible wine and beer list, making a perfect pairing for a romantic dinner date! With great communal apps and selections from the grill, there isn’t a place where you can go wrong on the menu.
Vibe Check: Dressed to Impress 💃 – Great for a fancy dinner, a trendy bar, or a special night out.
Brood & Barley
Located in Argenta, Brood and Barley has a cozy indoor setting as well as a patio tucked away in the back. Enjoy craft cocktails and a menu with unique options that will impress.
Casual Charm ✨ – Great for cozy spots with a bit of flair, like a trendy café or cool pub.
Dust Bowl Lanes
For the more active types, check out Dust Bowl Lanes & Lounge! Dust Bowl offers drinks and food while also maintaining a retro vibe for bowling. There aren’t too many lanes, so it still feels like an intimate and fun date option as opposed to your typical bowling alley!
Vibe Check: Relaxed Vibes 😌 – Perfect for a first date. Chill vibes and fun activity.
Raduno Brick Oven & Barroom
Located in the heart of SoMa, Raduno is a great place for pizza that is small enough to share but packed with flavor for days. They make their pasta in-house, along with fresh salads and house-made dressings. You can also enjoy a craft cocktail or local beer in a cozy atmosphere that's perfect for a first date.
Casual Charm ✨ – Great for cozy spots with a bit of flair, like a trendy café or cool pub.
The Promenade at Chenal
Yaya’s is a great option for happy hour or an earlier date night! With great pizzas and pasta, a happy hour wine might be in the cards, too! Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Casual Charm ✨ – Great for cozy spots with a bit of flair, like a trendy café or cool pub.
Arkansas State Parks
When the weather is nice, Pinnacle Mountain State Park is a great option for getting outside and being active for a fun date! Pack a picnic or just your hiking shoes and hit the trails for a fun adventure just outside of Little Rock!
Vibe Check: Relaxed Vibes 😌 – Perfect for a first date. Chill vibes and fun activity.
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For fun retail or restaurant options, the River Market District is a great one-stop shop for a casual date night! After some ice cream or a bite to eat, take a romantic walk along the river!
Vibe Check: Relaxed Vibes 😌 – Perfect for a first date. Chill vibes and fun activity.
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For a sleek, modern, traditional Japanese cuisine experience, Kemuri is a great option for sushi and seafood lovers alike. With a new location on Chenal, is’s a great spot for a new and fun date night!
Vibe Check: Dressed to Impress 💃 – Great for a fancy dinner, a trendy bar, or a special night out.
Capers Restaurant
Pick up a gourmet to-go meal for a romantic picnic or dinner, or dine in and munch on some. delicious dinner options! Pair with a wine from their outstanding collection, and top it off with a made-from-scratch dessert!
Vibe Check: Casual Charm ✨ – Great for cozy spots with a bit of flair, like a trendy café or cool pub.
Brunos Little Italy
Arkansas' original authentic Italian restaurant has been “Serving the Finest Italian Food in the South Since 1949.” It offers absolutely delicious pizzas, pasta, and desserts. The lasagna is the go-to dish on the menu, and if you pick a pretty day, sitting on the patio is a nice touch to set the mood.
Vibe Check: Casual Charm ✨ – Great for cozy spots with a bit of flair, like a trendy café or cool pub.
Brave New Restaurant
Considered one of the best restaurants in central Arkansas, Brave New Restaurant offers lunch and dinner with a mix of delicious fish, chicken, and red meat options. We recommend any of the fish options with our personal favorite being the salmon!
Vibe Check: High-End Extravagance 💫 – Dress to impress, go boujee, and get ready to splurge.
Petit and Keet
The food is unique, delicious, beautiful, and priced fairly. The cuisine has been featured in numerous magazines, papers, and blogs as the best in Arkansas. The bar and patio have already been touted as the best bar in Arkansas, with an award-winning wine list and superb specialty cocktails.
Vibe Check: Dressed to Impress 💃 – Great for a fancy dinner, a trendy bar, or a special night out.