Secretary of State Jester Opens New Cafe at State Capitol

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JANUARY 13, 2025

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Secretary of State Jester Opens New Cafe at State Capitol

Natural State Cafe is Now Open

 

(LITTLE ROCK, ARK.) – Arkansas Secretary of State Cole Jester held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the State Capitol Monday to mark the grand opening of the new Natural State Cafe. Previously named the 500 Grill, the Natural State Cafe, named by vote of the Secretary of State's office staff, will be open to all Capitol visitors and staff.

Following a fire in 2024 that damaged the previous cafe, the entire space has now been redesigned and remodeled into an upscale, modern-style restaurant.

"We are so grateful to those who have made this project happen," said Secretary Jester. "This will be a wonderful place for good Southern food and hospitality right here in the people's State Capitol and I'm proud to officially open it to the public."

Special thanks to Murray Contractors, WER Architects, Ben E. Keith, ASAP Personnel Services, and Aimco Equipment Company for all of their contributions to the project.

Located on the lower level of the State Capitol, the Natural State Cafe will serve Southern-style breakfast and lunch fare and will be open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.


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