Arkansas is home to some of the best food, restaurants, and local eateries. Whether you live in Arkansas or you're just visiting, the state's culinary heritage runs deep.

2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame Winners Announced

According to KATV, the 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame, hosted by the Division of Arkansas Heritage, is pleased to announce this year's winners. The induction ceremony recognized the best restaurants, proprietors, and food-themed events that showcase the state's culinary traditions and local flavors.

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The Arkansas Food Hall of Fame nominees were judged in 5 categories.

  • Arkansas Food Hall of Fame
  • Food-Themed Event
  • Gone But Not Forgotten
  • People's Choice
  • Proprietor of the Year

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2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame Winners

Category: Arkansas Food Hall of Fame

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Category: Gone But Not Forgotten

  • Winner: Cajun's Wharf - Little Rock - Closed June 2019

Category: People’s Choice

Category: Food-Themed Event

Category: Proprietor of the Year

  • Winner: Jim Keet - Little Rock

Congratulations to all the 2025 Arkansas Food Hall of Fame winners. These restaurants and events represent the people and places that make Arkansas such a unique state.

Arkansas Nominations for National Register of Historic Places

These are some of the nominations for the National Register of Historic Places in Arkansas

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