Green Restaurant Program

A Win for Business & Customers

For Restaurants:
This no- or low-cost program recognizes your restaurant’s efforts with a certification walkthrough, promotional materials, window clings, and a spot on the City's Green Restaurant webpage. It also helps reduce costs, engage staff, and elevate your connection with the community.

Earn certification by completing simple, sustainable actions across five areas:

• Ask First (e.g., only offer straws, water, utensils upon request)

• Recycling (e.g., cardboard, plastic, metal, glass, or film)

• Food (e.g., vegetarian/vegan options, food donations, composting, local sourcing)

• Packaging (e.g., no Styrofoam, BYOC incentives, reusable programs)

• Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) (e.g., employee training, proper signage) 

For Customers:
When you choose a certified Green Restaurant, you’re supporting local establishments that actively reduce waste, promote responsible sourcing, and take steps to protect the environment. Certified restaurants will be displayed on the Green Restaurant webpage with their completed checklists - making it easy to discover and reward businesses that align with your values.

Ready to get certified? Contact the Sustainability Office at recycle@littlerock.gov or 501-371-4586 to participate or if you have any questions.