The Purple Cow Restaurant (Cantrell Rd)
Little Rock, AR • ★ 4.4 (895 Google reviews)
The Story
Stepping inside The Purple Cow feels like a sweet trip back in time, all checkerboard floors and bright, cheerful smiles. The thick, frosty shakes and juicy burgers served with golden onion rings are pure comfort on a plate, bringing back happy memories. It’s a wonderfully friendly spot where families can gather for a taste of classic Americana, making every visit a little celebration.
From the Counter
Recent Google reviews
Geoff “Batman” H
★ 5 • 8 months ago
The Purple Cow offers a delightful, family-friendly atmosphere that leans into a nostalgic 1950s soda fountain aesthetic. While the decor doesn't quite fully capture that authentic "vintage diner" soul, the experience remains genuinely enjoyable. The food is solid, but the real highlights are the kind, attentive staff and the overall upbeat energy of the place. It is a great spot for a casual meal or a classic milkshake. If you are looking for good vibes and friendly people, it is well worth the visit! #GeoffH #KahsKreations #purplecow #PhillyCheeseSteak
Elizabeth Johnson
★ 1 • 3 months ago
Our server, Imani, was more concerned with eating and getting new tables than taking care of us. Several times I looked over and she was eating fries and walking straight out onto the floor to speak to tables. Did not wash her hands once. She took over 10 minutes after seating us to even come back and take our order. Another server had to put in our appetizer. She only came over because shs saw the appetizer and realized she hadn’t taken our order. She never asked about our food. My order was wrong and I had to get up to ask for someone to help me get it replaced along with having to get up to ask for refills. Once my meal was fixed they delivered it cold. The fries were hot but to entree was cold. When Imani finally came back everyone was finished and I asked for a box. I told her it was horrible and she said okay and brought my check. Hands down the worst experience I’ve had at a restaurant. Ever server or person has their bad days but it was very obvious by her other tables that she just didn’t want to take care of our table. Definitely won’t be back to this location. I’m very shocked the manager never came back to our table. I will note Julie was amazing! She helped our son with crayons and even put in our app! Such a shame she wasn’t our server. May have changed our experience.
Allen
★ 1 • 2 months ago
What a bummer. I don’t know if it’s just this location or not but the cheese sticks have changed from being the best to bland logs. Staff all looked bummed out to be employees and earning money. Other food was just ok. Place was super clean though. Would not be back. The bummed out service and my favorite cheese sticks being gone are just to much to overcome.
Deann Smith
★ 5 • 6 months ago
What a great diner experience. The in-house chips are soooo good! Garden Burger is really good with sautéed mushrooms & onions. Arkansas based ice cream company Yarnell's supplies their ice cream and makes the Purple Vanilla 💜 ice cream exclusively for the Purple Cow. Super duper Root Beer Float! The staff was very efficient & friendly.
