Southeast of Little Rock and not far from the Mississippi River, you'll find Dumas, Arkansas. In the past decade, its population has hovered around just 5,000, sometimes dipping closer to 4,000. Rural towns of this size are seldom known to have many options in the way of food, and restaurants are typically scant. But not so for Dumas! Perhaps because food crops such as rice, soybeans, and wheat have so long sustained the people of Dumas, foods of many different varieties are available here. The town features cuisines from Chinese to barbecue and much in between.
The Dumas Chamber of Commerce at 165 S. Main Street is one of few buildings in quiet downtown Dumas. This little strip exudes small-town charm! Stop in to find out more, and learn about the restaurants in the vicinity.
While a variety of global cuisines are available in Dumas, southern hospitality requires that old-fashioned Southern cooking be offered as well. Barbecue, fried chicken, sweet tea, and cobblers are virtually ingrained in the community! Shep's takes things one step further, with Angus ribeye, seafood, and po'boys. Find Shep's FarmHouse at 732 Highway 65.
Taylor's Steakhouse is all about the meat. Only the finest, most substantial are flamed up here, tender and juicy. Pick your own from large refrigerators displaying aged cuts, at 14201 AR-54.
Variety is the spice of life, and the food in Dumas doesn't disappoint in that respect. El Toro does its part, featuring fresh, spicy, south-of-the-border flavor. And that's no bull! Taste their incredible Tex-Mex at 718 US-65.
Another must-visit taqueria in town is Taco Shop Taqueria Jalisco. This cozy Mexican restaurant in Dumas serves up some seriously delicious Tostadas de Ceviche!
If you're a foodie looking for an experience off the beaten path, don't disregard Dumas, Arkansas! The town offers true southern flair in its food options, along with a medley of other restaurants to keep things interesting.
Looking for more great small towns in Arkansas to explore? Why not take a road trip to each of these 12 Arkansas towns over the next year?
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