Arkansas may not shout about its food, but it definitely knows how to surprise a hungry crowd. Think cheese dip so beloved it inspired a championship, or sandwiches so popular they’re gone before the lunch bell rings.
These quirky, comforting favorites tell the story of The Natural State one bite at a time. Get ready to dig in – here are 12 dishes that locals rave about and visitors quickly fall in love with.
1. Arkansas Cheese Dip: The Liquid Gold Standard
Yellow, velvety, and impossibly smooth, Arkansas cheese dip outshines Tex-Mex queso in local hearts. Born at Little Rock’s Mexico Chiquito in the 1930s, this dippable delight now has its own championship festival where spoons battle for supremacy.
Unlike thicker border-state versions, authentic Arkansas cheese dip maintains its perfect consistency from first chip to last…