This neighborhood is a charming spot to spend the day, and when you need a little refreshment, stop in at one of the area’s eateries. Some of the city’s finest restaurants call the Heights home. So whether you’re looking for a burger or vegetarian California rolls, tuna tataki or a salad with locally-grown produce, pizzas or a Tex-Mex taco, the Heights has you covered.

AMERCIAN

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BOULEVARD BREAD CO.
The prize of the Heights: Fresh bread and pastries, a wide selection of cheeses, meats, side dishes, salads and frozen and canned gourmet foods—all superb. Great coffee, too. 1920 N. Grant St. 663-5951

BURGE’S TURKEYS AND HAMS
Famous for smoked turkeys and hams, but also offers tasty fried catfish and homemade fried pies. A sunny local gathering spot where everyone seems to know your name. 5620 “R” St. 666-1660

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BY THE GLASS
This wine bar, with its impressive lineup of American and imported wines from around the world, offers appetizers and hors d’oeuvres to nibble on while enjoying a trusted favorite—or trying something new. 5713 Kavanaugh Blvd. 663-9463

CHEERS IN THE HEIGHTS
Offers good burgers and sandwiches, vegetarian offerings and salads at lunch, and fish specials and delicious steaks in the evening. This Heights restaurant is intimate and cozy and features a nice wine list and outside dining. 2010 N. Van Buren St. 663-5937

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CUPCAKES ON KAVANAUGH
Offering a bevy of tempting, tasty cupcakes designed to celebrate any occasion or to satisfy a late afternoon sugar craving. 5625 Kavanaugh Blvd. 664-2253

HAAGEN DAZS ICE CREAM SHOP
Looking to satisfy a sweet tooth? This shop has a yummy, flavorful gourmet answer. 5911 “R” St. 664-7888

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SALUT BISTRO
A New Orleans style restaurant serving comfort food with a French flare. For a tasty treat, consider the country shrimp and grits, rosemary barbeque shrimp or the cobb salad. 1501 N. University Ave. (inside the Prospect Building) 660-4200

SCALLION’S
Reliably good food, great desserts, pleasant atmosphere, able servers—a solid lunch spot. A great place in the neighborhood to dine outdoors after shopping at some of the nearby stores. 5110 Kavanaugh Blvd. 666-6468

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TERRY’S THE RESTAURANT
A fairly new and successful dining establishment serving French cuisine in a bistro setting. Consider it a little taste of France right next door. Some offerings include prime rib, duck confit or breast, salmon and a few other delicious entrees. Full bar and fine wines. 5018 Kavanaugh Blvd. 663-4154

ASIAN

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FANTASTIC CHINA
A perennial winner of the Best Chinese restaurant award in local media contests. The food is fresh and delicious, the presentation beautiful, the menu distinctive and the service perfect. For the freshest Chinese in town, featuring a full bar, visit this neighborhood staple. 1900 N. Grant St. 663-8999

SUSHI CAFE
Impressive, upscale sushi menu with other delectable house specialties like tuna tataki, fried soft shell crab, Kobe beef and, believe it or not, the Toyko cowboy burger. 5823 Kavanaugh Blvd. 663-9888

ITALIAN

CAFE PREGO
Dependable entrées of pasta, pork and the like, plus great sauces, fresh mixed greens and delicious dressings, crisp-crunchy-cold gazpacho and tempting desserts in a comfy bistro setting. Outside dining available. 5510 Kavanaugh Blvd. 663-5355

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U.S. PIZZA
Crispy thin-crust pizzas, frosty beers and heaping salads drowned in creamy dressing. This is a casual pizza place the whole family can enjoy. A local pizza company that has grown into a formidable competitor for the best pizza in town. Outside dining available. 5524 Kavanaugh Blvd. 664-7071

ZA ZA FINE SALAD AND WOOD-OVEN PIZZA COMPANY
For those looking for fresh, locally grown ingredients in their salads or on their pizzas, this Heights restaurant is the answer. They also serve a delicious handmade authentic gelato and other desserts. 5600 Kavanaugh Blvd. 661-9292

MEXICAN

BROWNING’S MEXICAN FOOD/CORDELL’S CATERING
For a yummy blast from the past approach to Tex-Mex, this is it. You definitely won’t leave hungry. The restaurant was one of the Mexican food pioneers in the Little Rock area and has withstood much competition. Outside dining available weather permitting. 5805 Kavanaugh Blvd. 663-9956

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