Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Grotto Wood Fired Grill & Wine Cave

4.9

4.9 (1685)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Eureka Springs

About the restaurant

This place is a hidden Eureka gem and located in the beautiful downtown district. The original structure was built on solid rock which has had an active spring running constantly. This unique rock formation provides a comfortable romantic setting for a great dining experience.

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Terry

Dined 5 days ago

The steaks (my rib eye & my wife's fillet mignon) were cooked to perfection! Best brussel sprouts ever! Wait staff are engaging, knowledgeable, and professional. Had an amazing experience on date night with my wife.

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Cheers at The Old Post Office

4.8

4.8 (514)

$30 and under

Grill

Fayetteville

About the restaurant

Come enjoy a delicious meal right off the wood fire grill! We are located right in the heart of the historic Fayetteville square, and welcome you to join us for an incredible meal in an inviting, lively atmosphere. Our kitchen uses only select mesquite wood to insure every item has just the right amount of smoky flavor. For a grilled lunch or dinner, we offer classic steaks from ribeye to filet mignon as well as a few outside of the box items like lamb chop lollipops and jalapeño-stuffed quail breast. We also have sandwiches, salads, soups, and house-made desserts.

About the Building

Built in 1911, this historic building began its important role in the Fayetteville community as the city Post Office. In 1974 it was saved from demolition by a citizen-led petition, and gained National Historic status. We are honored to continue the tradition of bringing people together and celebrating the citys history in the beautiful Old Post Office.

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Zack

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Food was 10/10, atmosphere was super chill. Would highly recommend. NY strip was god tier

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4.8

4.8 (632)

$31 to $50

French

Bentonville

About the restaurant

Located, two miles from Crystal Bridges Museum, in a rustic stone building on north Walton Blvd, this French Mediterranean Restaurant and Lounge has something that will entice anyone.

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Zack

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

My partner and I reserved this bistro site unseen to celebrate our wedding since ourselves and our guests traveled from out of town. And let me tell they did not disappoint. Out side of the amazing food was the amazing staff and manager who made all of our requests come to fruition. Jason and Tiffany are truly amazing at what they do. 5 stars isn’t enough. We will def be returning to experience this again.

Mezzaluna Pasteria & Mozzarella Bar - Bentonville

4.7

4.7 (26)

$30 and under

Italian

Rogers

About the restaurant

Coming soon to Bentonville! Stay tuned for our grand opening date.

At Mezzaluna Pasteria & Mozzarella Bar owners Chef Soerke Peters and Amy Stouffer keep this simple and amazing. Fresh pasta, mozzarella, and gelato made fresh daily. Come taste fresh!

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Vickyvip

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely perfect, from our table being ready right on time to the service being fantastic and the food was out of this world!!! We can’t wait to go back!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Vetro 1925 Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (995)

$31 to $50

Italian

Fayetteville

About the restaurant

At Vetro 1925, we serve classic Italian flavors located in Downtown Fayetteville. Chef Alan Dierks specializes in local ingredients, sustainable seafood and fine cuts of meat. He and his staff strive to preserve simple, clean flavors, using the freshest ingredients. Our meats are sourced from local farms practicing the humane treatment of animals, and we import our cured meats, cheeses, and Sicilian olives from Italy. Depending on the season, you may see a few surprises on the menu in addition to your old favorites. A large portion of our menu is gluten-free, and we always have a vegetarian and vegan option as well!

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Michelle

Dined 2 days ago

Love this place! 2nd time there. Both times were perfect. Great service, great food. Great location. We'll be back!

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Popular dish

Spaghetti Carbonara

Prima Italia

4.8

4.8 (94)

$31 to $50

Italian

Fort Smith

About the restaurant

Owned by a trio of talented chefs, the menus at Prima Italia were developed to offer patrons authentic, contemporary Italian cuisine. The highest quality raw ingredients, such as eggs from Happy Egg based in Rogers, AR, who also supply Michelin starred restaurants in New York and Los Angeles, are used to create fresh pasta daily. The pasta is made using equipment by Imperia & Monfeṙṙina imported directly from Asti, Italy. Breads are sourced locally from Harvest Moon Bakery.

We are excited for Fort Smith to experience our cuisine in this beautiful space!

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Marla

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Prima Italia!!! Very Good!! Vincent was a fantastic waiter! We read reviews of Prima Italia and Vincent has received rave reviews- we are so glad we had him for our waiter as he really is exceptional !!! From the moment he told us his name to the end of our meal he was attentive, courteous and treated us as if we were the only two in the room - which we weren’t he had several tables inside and even outside - wish we lived closer- the food was so very good - thank you chefs! The crab cake pepin . Wedge salad - eggplant parmigiana - lobster ravioli - and cheesecake were all top notch! Thank you also to Mike the manager who came over to see how we were doing - thank you Vincent for making our experience with Prima Italia one we will never forget - YOU are the best!!

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Rogers

4.8

4.8 (1650)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Rogers

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Our steak house is conveniently located within walking distance of the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion (AMP) and the Rogers Event Center. It's also just a short drive from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Walmart Home Office, and the University of Arkansas Museum. Ruth's Chris Rogers has been named the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner, a true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

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Aronica

Dined 1 day ago

We are in the bar area, hence the moderate noise level. Everything was great as usual! Haylee was an outstanding server!

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4.7

4.7 (2329)

$31 to $50

American

Bentonville

About the restaurant

The Kitchen at The Preacher’s Son is led by Neal Gray- a native of Arkansas with tenures at Stone Barns in NY and The French Laundry in Napa. We feature Local, Sustainable, Farm to Table cuisine, friendly and professional service paired with cutting edge cocktails and a deep wine list. The Preacher's Son offers stunning stained glass windows by George Dombek, garden patio seating, a rooftop bar and a fine speakeasy - Undercroft Bar.

In 1849, John Ruskin wrote The Seven Lamps of Architecture which spread Gothic Revivalism across the western world. In 1904, that same style is used for the First Christian Church in downtown Bentonville. We proudly connect these moments at The Preacher’s Son.

Come join us for a memorable night!

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Connie

Dined 3 days ago

The restaurant was amazing. From the appetizer to the main course, it was exceptional. I wish I could remember our waiter’s name because he was incredible. His suggestions were outstanding! We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. I would 100% recommend this restaurant.

The Hive at 21c

4.7

4.7 (2252)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bentonville

About the restaurant

Located at 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville, The Hive emphasizes the unique culinary identity of Arkansas.
A communal gathering place, The Hive prepares locally sourced ingredients to showcase the unique culinary identity of Arkansas. The restaurant and lounge are perfect for catching up over drinks friends, entertaining important clients or simply grabbing a bite with friends and family in Bentonville

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Donnavip

Dined 6 days ago

Great food and vibe at the Hive at 21-C. Highly recommend

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Saltgrass Steak House - Rogers

4.6

4.6 (13)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Rogers

About the restaurant

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse famous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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Jay

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

First time eating here…the service, staff, And food exceeded my expectations!

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