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Central Arkansas Restaurant Week is an annual celebration of local dining held each September in recognition of Hunger Action Month. This week-long event brings together restaurants, diners, and the Arkansas Foodbank to support one shared goal: fighting hunger in Arkansas.
Participating restaurants of all types and sizes join the effort by offering a special prix fixe menu, donating a portion of sales, featuring a special menu item, or contributing through other creative promotions.
For one delicious week, our community comes together to support local restaurants while helping provide meals for neighbors facing food insecurity.
🍽️ Eat local. Fight hunger. Make an impact. Every meal enjoyed during Restaurant Week helps raise awareness and funds for the Arkansas Foodbank—proving that food has the power to bring people together and create lasting change.
Central Arkansas Restaurant Week is held annually in September in recognition of Hunger Action Month, a nationwide movement dedicated to raising awareness and taking action against food insecurity.
This year’s restaurant week will take place September 21–27, 2026. During this seven-day celebration, local restaurants and diners come together to support the Arkansas Foodbank while showcasing the incredible culinary scene across Central Arkansas.
Looking for your next Restaurant Week dining adventure? All participating restaurants, special menus, and featured promotions can be found right here on the Central Arkansas Restaurant Week website.
For menu highlights, restaurant spotlights, event updates, and a few mouthwatering sneak peeks, be sure to follow us on social media as well:
📱 Central Arkansas Restaurant Week: @centralarrestaurantweek
📱 Arkansas Foodbank: @arfoodbank / @arkansasfoodbank
Whether you’re planning your dining itinerary or searching for last-minute specials, our website and social media channels are the best places to stay in the know throughout Restaurant Week.
Pro tip: Follow along before and during the event so you don’t miss featured restaurants, limited-time specials, and community highlights!
Yes—each restaurant puts its own spin on Restaurant Week!
Some participating restaurants create a special prix fixe menu featuring unique dishes or exclusive offerings just for the event, while others showcase fan favorites from their regular menu. Many do a little bit of both, giving diners a chance to enjoy beloved staples alongside something new.
No matter how they design their menu, every participating restaurant is serving up great food while helping support the Arkansas Foodbank and the fight against hunger.
Pro tip: Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to try a new spot—or finally order that dish you’ve been eyeing for months!
Not quite! Gratuity is not included in Restaurant Week menu prices unless otherwise specified by the restaurant.
If you enjoyed your meal and service, don’t forget to show your server a little love. After all, supporting local restaurants includes supporting the amazing people who keep them running.
Every meal enjoyed during Central Arkansas Restaurant Week helps make a difference. A portion of your Restaurant Week purchase is donated directly to the Arkansas Foodbank, supporting families and individuals facing food insecurity across our state.
Participating restaurants can choose from flexible donation tiers based on their average guest check, with a minimum contribution of $50 from each restaurant helping fund hunger-relief efforts throughout central Arkansas.
And here’s the impact: For every $1 donated, the Arkansas Foodbank can help provide 5 meals to neighbors in need.
So go ahead—order the appetizer, try the special, and save room for dessert. Every bite helps support local restaurants and fuels the fight against hunger right here in Arkansas.
Know a local spot that would be perfect for Central Arkansas Restaurant Week? We’d love to hear about them—and so would they!
Encourage your favorite restaurant to reach out to us at CARW@arkansasfoodbank.org. We’ll share everything they need to know about participating and supporting the fight against hunger in Arkansas.
📧 Email: CARW@arkansasfoodbank.org
The good news? We’re pretty quick on the draw and typically respond within 24 business hours during the week. So tell your favorite restaurant not to be shy—we’re always excited to welcome new faces (and flavors) to the table!
Media Kit
You can find all logos, branding, social media information, and marketing tools in our CARW Tool Kit!