Located on historic Main Street in downtown Leslie, Arkansas—where Ryan’s family legacy began with Lewis Grocery in 1945—Ryan's on Main serves top-tier, scratch-made meals without the formalities of a typical upscale steakhouse. Our seasonally rotating menu, created by Chef Jake Kovacs, features the highest quality ingredients, complimenting Ryan’s signature Prime aged steaks, hand-cut daily by Ryan, himself. At Ryan’s, there’s no need to dress up or worry about laughing too loudly—we want you to feel comfortable. Come enjoy one of our specialty appetizers, like our guest favorite - Salmon Cakes. Experience a true taste of Southern hospitality as you pass our scratch-made shareable sides around your table. Then, complete your meal with one of Ms. Vicki’s famous desserts. Ryan’s on Main offers a welcoming experience filled with great food and rich history. Welcome to Ryan's. Welcome home.
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At Ryan's, we offer catering services for both private events at our venue and off-site dining at your chosen location. Enjoy our signature dishes crafted by Chef Jake Kovacs, complete with personalized menu options and dedicated service. We ensure a memorable dining experience for every occasion!
Private party facilities
Introducing our newest addition at Ryan's: a comfortable private dining space, set to open in November 2024, just in time for holiday gatherings. With seating for up to 30 guests, this exclusive area offers dedicated food and bar service; available during regular hours and also reservable for private celebrations on non-operating days.
Two house-stuffed sausages served with an assortment of cheeses, toasted Serrano ham baguette slices, house-made pickles, and whole grain mustard.
Pickles & PeppersUS$8.00
Enjoy crispy, hand-breaded pickle chips and jalapeño peppers, fried to perfection. Accompanied by house-made ranch for dipping.
Nashville Hot Chicken BitesUS$10.00
Hand-breaded and tossed in our signature Nashville hot sauce for a spicy kick. Perfect for sharing. Served with our house zesty ranch.
Salmon CakesUS$15.00
Made from in-house filleted salmon, these three cakes are seasoned and pan-seared to a crispy golden brown. Served with house-made zesty ranch and garnished with spiraled green onions.
Soup & Salads
Chicken, Chicken & DumplingsUS$7.00
Our House-Made Chicken & Dumplings soup features tender chicken simmered with celery, carrots, onions, and garlic in a creamy broth. The made-from-scratch potato dumplings add a hearty touch, making it the ultimate comfort food.
Caesar SaladUS$5.00
Fresh romaine tossed in our house Caesar dressing, topped with parmesan cheese, croutons, and fresh cracked black pepper.
House SaladUS$6.00
A mix of romaine and green leaf lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and shredded cheddar. Your choice of dressing.
House Favorites
Served with house-made yeast rolls and whipped butter.
Southern Fried Catfish FiletsUS$16.00
Crispy, golden-fried catfish served with housemade jalapeño hush puppies and our signature tartar sauce.
Flame Grilled Chicken BreastUS$12.00
Grilled, succulent chicken breast, brined and seasoned in our house blend.
Thick Cut Pork ChopUS$25.00
Juicy and tender, our thick-cut pork chop is marinated and cooked to perfection, maintaining a slight pink center for optimal flavor and moisture.
Main
Cajun Shrimp & Gouda GritsUS$22.00
For Chef Kovacs' birthday celebration special, we're serving up Cajun Shrimp & Grits, a bold and flavorful dish that reflects his love for Southern-inspired cuisine.
Chopped SteakUS$18.00
Prime Ribeye and Filet, freshly ground in-house, hand-pattied, seasoned with Ryan's signature steak seasoning, and grilled to preference. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and rich red wine gravy.
G. F. BurgerUS$13.00
Our own 1/2 pound burger, made with locally-sourced beef from Griffin Farms, is hand-formed and flame grilled to your liking. Topped with white cheddar and dressed with lettuce, tomato, onion, and our signature house-made pickles and burger sauce.
Salmon FiletUS$23.00
Our 8 oz. salmon filet is a fresh, hand-cut portion expertly seared to perfection, locking in rich, natural flavors. Glazed with a lemon-honey blend, the salmon pairs beautifully with our seasonal sides.
Shareable Sides
Smoked Gouda Cajun Macaroni & CheeseUS$9.00
Creamy macaroni and cheese made with rich, smoky Gouda and a bold Cajun spice blend for a kick of flavor.
Rosemary Parmesan FriesUS$7.00
Hand-cut fries topped with our house seasoning blend and parmesan.
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$7.00
Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes blended with roasted garlic.
Vegetable MedleyUS$7.00
Zucchini, onion, red pepper, and mushrooms in our special blend of seasonings.
Garlic Butter MushroomsUS$7.00
Sautéed to perfection, these tender mushrooms are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Sautéed AsparagusUS$8.00
Crisp, fresh asparagus seasoned in our house blend and lightly sautéed.
Beer Battered Onion RingsUS$8.00
Crisp, golden, and perfectly seasoned, our thick-cut onion rings are hand-dipped in a light, flavorful beer batter and fried.
Baked PotatoUS$6.00
Served with butter, our perfectly baked potato can be loaded with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions for an additional $2.
LoadedUS$2.00
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The place was actually closed a d looked like out of business. They need to be taken off app because we drive specifically there
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At Ryan's, we offer catering services for both private events at our venue and off-site dining at your chosen location. Enjoy our signature dishes crafted by Chef Jake Kovacs, complete with personalized menu options and dedicated service. We ensure a memorable dining experience for every occasion!
Private party facilities
Introducing our newest addition at Ryan's: a comfortable private dining space, set to open in November 2024, just in time for holiday gatherings. With seating for up to 30 guests, this exclusive area offers dedicated food and bar service; available during regular hours and also reservable for private celebrations on non-operating days.