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    Brave New Restaurant

    4.2 (244 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Heirloom tomato salad and goat cheese mousse
    Julia

    Had an excellent meal here!! The view is very peaceful and a great overall ambiance. Service was great and our waiter was extremely attentive. Highly recommend the heirloom tomato salad to share, and the goat cheese mousse was unique and delicious, and was great for dipping the bread in! I could've eaten a whole loaf of the complimentary warm sourdough. I got the salmon salad and it was a large portion, light but also filling and so tasty. The maple mustard salmon looked delicious and my coworkers confirmed it! Would definitely return next time I'm in town.

    Sahithi B.

    We came here for my sister's birthday a while ago. Food was alright, but didn't really meet expectations for the price. Service was good though.

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    Cheryl G.

    Amazing food. Owner was attentive and kind. Great view of the Arkansas River. I highly recommend this place! Oh and the bread....I am still thinking about it a week later!

    Chocolate Crème Brûlée.

    I love everything about this hidden gem. We sat outside with a view of the Arkansas River. The customer service was exactly how it should be, courteous and attentive from the host to the server (Jennifer). Ohhhhh, and the food, fresh salmon atop creamy risotto. The flavor was just right on both. Then there's the chocolate crème brûlée, a must try if you're a chocolate lover. Go check them out!

    Our view after sunset overlooking the river

    Only restaurant in Little Rock on the river near downtown...farm fresh food served farm to table from a local farm outside LR...service was 10 out of 10 and a MUST go to if you live local or coming from out of town! Myles and David went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and welcomed! Thank you!

    Heirloom Tomatoes
    J Warren R.

    The food and drinks are always good here. Nice cocktail list with a bartender that knows how to mix a perfect before dinner drink. Food is prepared fresh from a team of chefs who specialize in farm fresh produce and high-quality meats. This month they were featuring Arkansas Heirloom tomatoes-- wow they were delicious, sumptuous. The mixed grill was oversized with steak, pork tenderloin, a bison sausage. Takeout box required if you order this entree. The roasted okra was the highlight of the vegetables I was served. Wife enjoyed the fresh cod with roasted vegetables. Service was impeccable. Quiet dining room, with great views out to the Arkansas River. Parking is not easy, so be prepared to walk around the water preservation reservoir in front of the office building to get in. I did not see any other places to park. Overall a nice meal from a team who know food.

    Heirloom tomatoes with perfectly light dressing make the tomatoes the star

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    Excellent food, service and ambiance!! It's a hidden gem so don't give up upon arriving ... it's worth finding them!!

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    Atmosphere was nice, service was great, but the food was bland and uneventful. Potatoes were cold, veal was greasy. We won't be back.

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    The food is fabulous! I love Brave New. Usually have seasonal dishes. If it's warm, sit outside for beautiful view of the river.

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    The food is delicious. Save room for the BEST Crème Brûlée in town. The service is always top notch.

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