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Located just off of Bentonville Square, Tavola is a casual Italian Tratatoria with an extensive menu from antipasti, fresh made soups and salads, pizzas, strombolis, rich entrees and fresh pasta dishes as well as a very nice wine menu and decadant desserts.
We have dined at Tavola several times and enjoyed everything we have tried!
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James Beard Award-nominated Chef Matt McClure creates a menu that reflects his Arkansas roots and has an emphasis on Southern Cuisine artistically plated and worth every bite!
This is a great place to gather with friends and collogues for an energetic bar/lounge scene followed by a delicious and very affordable dinner
Located in a beautifully restored historic church near the square, The Preacher's Son offers a sustainably sourced upscale menu, beautiful cocktails, and an extensive wine list in a unique atmosphere. Weather permitting, there is also a rooftop bar that offers small bites and drinks.
Shhh..there is a speakeasy, Under Croft just downstairs with a sexy atmosphere, hand crafted libations and small bites
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The mexican food at this fun casual Taco bar is so good! Definitely get the chips and salsa trio, add some guac, try the tamales and share some tacos! My girls and I split everything and enjoyed every bite! The skinny margarita was also spot on! They have named their own food group - Ark-Mex as the menu is a fusion of Tex-Mex with local Arkansas food culture influences.
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American Brasserie
Located just down from the square, Tusk and Trotter has made quite a name for itself, earning several awards and recognitions. Chef Rob Nelson sources locally raised meats and other ingredients and creates a menu that will satisfy the hungriest of diners. The menu items and names are fun and clever. When was the last time you saw carrot cake waffles, pork rind nachos or boiled peanuts with scorpion salt on a menu?
They are open Wednesday through Friday for Lunch and Dinner, Monday and Tuesday, dinner only and they serve brunch starting at 10 am on Saturday and Sunday.
Their menus have everything from fun unique appetizers, salads, flatbreads, burgers, bison burgers, ribeyes, fried chicken, ribs, decadent desserts, and so much more.
Bloody Mary fan? Create your own flight of 3 with 11 different unique choices to choose from.
This casual fun gastropub is a must try next time your in town.
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Ramo offers over 200 varieties by the bottle as well as craft beers from top local breweries. They also specialize in and have a wide assortment of olive oil, flavored balsamics and vinegars organically grown in California. You can shop online and they will ship to you or visit the wine store with curbside pickup and local delivery.
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I stumbled upon this place and loved it! It feels like local gem where the owner and staff know their guests well and they are excited to take care of whatever you are looking for. Every Monday they offer spaghetti night with homemade sauce that I heard was amazing!
Onyx Coffee Lab is located just off the square, it is bustling in the morning with busy baristas making a variety of coffees in a fun atmosphere. They also make some beautiful croissants, toasts, and desserts as well as breakfast items. There is a small meeting space that is free to use and plenty of seating options to work or meet with friends.
Still Hungry?
There are several other great places near Bentonville Square and around town that are definitely worth the visit, here are a few others that I've stopped by for either drinks or a small bite and would go back for more.
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Fun pizza parlor with a great little patio serving wood-fired oven creations (pizza, flatbreads, etc) along with Southern favorites and lots of beer and coffee on tap
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Located at the Crystal Bridges Museum, this artistic dining space named after the date the museum opened on 11/11/11 serves up modern American comfort food for lunch from 4-9 pm they offer small plates, cocktails and wines. There is also a grab and go coffee bar from Onyx Coffee lab. This is the perfect place for lunch when visiting the museum
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This hip joint located just off the square offers American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is known for a fun late night spot among the younger crowd.
Located right in the square this casual Mexican bistro and bakery offers classic Tex-Mex in a casual setting. I have been there for margaritas, chips and guacamole and one time had a salmon salad. What I have tried has been pretty good, we love Tex-Mex so always in for that.
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