From chocolate gravy to possum pies, Arkansas has some sweet staples. Another sweet treat tradition in the state is the chocolate roll. There’s nowhere better to indulge in a roll than at the Chocolate Roll Capital of the World, which of course is right here in Arkansas. It may not be difficult to find chocolate rolls in the capital, but there’s one place in the area that has some stand-out rolls. It also happens to be the oldest drive-in in the state.

Chocolate rolls are a delicious Arkansas tradition.
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The sweet treat is a wonderful combination of cocoa, butter, and sugar rolled into a gooey pastry.
There's nowhere more dedicated to chocolate rolls than in Searcy County.
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After all, they are the Chocolate Roll Capital of the World.
There's even an annual Chocolate Roll Festival in the county.
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It's held every year in March at the Marshall High School.

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But if you're needing a chocolate roll fix sooner than March, there's one unexpected place you need to visit.
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Kenda Drive-In is Arkansas' oldest drive-in theatre. They originally opened in 1966. Although the drive-in has been updated to digital, you can still use the old-school speaker boxes for a wave of nostalgia.
Kenda offers more than just soda and popcorn at the concessions.
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There's no better excuse to indulge in just about every junk food possible than when you're at the movies.
They also have the best chocolate rolls in the state!
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Although it's not hard to find chocolate rolls in Marshall, the rolls at Kenda are a must-try. Their buttery dough and chocolatey goodness paired with a vintage date night make them something special.
There's no better way to support Arkansas' oldest drive-in than ordering a chocolate roll or two and watching a movie on the big screen.
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Kenda-Drive is located at 107 Westwood Dr., Marshall, AR 72650.

For more information like movie times, visit the Kenda Drive-In Facebook Page. Where’s your favorite place to find chocolate rolls? Share with us in the comments below!

If your sweet tooth is still making a fuss, then you should take the sweetest road trip in Arkansas.

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