Date: July 2, 2020 | Photography: Molly Anne Sandefur |
From Chenal to downtown, the capital city has endless appeal. Here are just a few of our picks for shopping, dining, and staying | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion
Botanica Gardens Home
Whether you’re hoping to spruce up your yard with fresh landscaping or your interiors with the addition of a few houseplants and stylish planters, Chris H. Olsen’s Botanica in the Riverdale district is a one-stop shop for all things gardening. botanicagardens.com
Cantrell Furniture Design Center
This showroom features all styles of furniture and accessories, from traditional to contemporary. Looking to make changes underfoot? Head to Cantrell Furniture’s connected sister store, Arnold’s Flooring America, to peruse the latest in hardwoods, tile, and carpet. cantrellfurniture.com
The Capital Hotel
The Capital Hotel is the place to be for a night out in the capital city—whether you’re in town for work, play, or on a staycation. Be sure to make time for a meal or a happy hour cocktail at One Eleven or Capital Bar & Grill. capitalhotel.com
The brisket melt sandwich from Cathead’s Diner is served with house-made kettle chips and house-made pickles.
Cathead’s Diner
The all-you-can-eat brunch buffet on weekends has become the stuff of legends for locals. At the time of publication, an abbreviated version of the eatery’s meat-and-two lunch menu was available for curbside delivery. Check social media for current hours and menu. catheadsdiner.com
Fidel & Co. Coffee Roasters
Owned by Fidel Samour, this coffee shop opened in early 2020 as another new establishment in the East Village. In addition to coffee served a variety of ways—pour-over, espresso, nitro, you name it—you’ll find heartier offerings like French toast, sandwiches, and pastries on the menu, too. fidel.coffee
Indigo
This women’s boutique in The Promenade at Chenal is a go-to for designer denim and on-trend tops, dresses, shoes, and accessories for all ages. From BB Dakota to Free People, you’ll find some of your favorite brands in-store as well as on Facebook and Instagram, where you can buy virtually via text. shopindigo.com
Kaufman By Design West
Looking to update your dining room with new lighting? What about your bathroom hardware? At this west Little Rock showroom, you can do it all—and find experts to help you navigate the 10,000 square feet of flooring, lighting, hardware, décor, gardening goods, and more. kaufmanlumber.com
Ken Rash’s Arkansas
From firepits and furnishings to grills and outdoor dining accessories, Ken Rash’s has everything you need to take your outdoor living space to the next level. Extra popular right now is Telescope’s line of polymer furniture, which is comfortable as well as easy to clean. kenrashsoutdoorfurniture.com
Lost Forty Brewing
While this craft brewery’s beers are some of the best in the state, the food and ambience served there are also worth experiencing. One of Lost Forty’s summer offerings is an all-day Beer Brunch on Sundays, where you can order Buttermilk Brewhouse Hotcakes (yum!) and a “brewmosa”—a beer-lover’s take on the mimosa. lost40brewing.com
mertinsdykehome
You’ll find cool, comfortable furniture and accessories at this showroom, which also serves as the headquarters for Garry Mertins Design. Keep an eye out for stunning pieces from brands like American Leather Classic Collection, whose summer sale at mertinsdykehome is going on through July 27. mertinsdykehome.com
Mickey’s Cakes & Sweets
Where do Little Rock locals turn to satisfy a sweet tooth? For more than 40 years, family-owned bakery Mickey’s has been the answer. While you can always count on them for pies, cupcakes, brittle, and more, the bakery has also added ready-to-bake casseroles to their menu. mickeyssweets.com
Ransom Interiors
Owned by interior designer and visual artist Joshua Plumlee, this store in the Heights showcases furniture, accessories, lighting, and artwork that embody Joshua’s streamlined and sophisticated design approach. In addition to home goods, flip through an array of design books and shop eclectic jewelry while you’re there. ransominteriors.com
Sissy’s Log Cabin
The family-owned fine jewelry company celebrates its 50th anniversary this summer. To help commemorate the occasion, jewelry designer Steven Lagos has created an exclusive, custom bracelet available for order through July 3 at any of the stores, including the Heights location. sissyslogcabin.com
Tipton & Hurst
Tipton & Hurst has become a household name in central Arkansas for not only their floral services and designs, but also their selection of china, serving ware, seasonal décor, and gifts available at their Little Rock location. Getting married soon? They offer wedding registries, too. tiptonhurst.com
Tulips
Whether your style is beachy, preppy, tailored, or somewhere in between, this Heights boutique has a little of everything you might need to complete your look. Shop their website or Instagram for the latest in apparel as well as jewelry and accessories. tulipsinlittlerock.com
At time of publication, several of these local businesses were temporarily closed or offering alternate hours of operation.
Check with individual businesses before visiting.
