One of the best ways to experience local culture is through its cuisine. So, to truly experience the best of Fayetteville, you need to eat the best dishes! Menus that change with the seasons and food that is locally sourced when possible and never frozen is a trend that continues to grow. Nowhere in Northwest Arkansas is that more apparent than Fayetteville.

Over the past few years, more restaurants have embraced a menu of farm-to-table delicacies that you can feel good about eating. It’s a level of freshness that features Arkansas-grown tomatoes and strawberries, grass-fed beef from nearby farms and a style of cooking that is uniquely Ozark. Here are just a few of the options to try:

Stonebreaker The Restaurant

2231 W. Markham Road

Located in a beautifully renovated historic Victorian house, now hotel, near the University of Arkansas, the location is uniquely Fayetteville, just like the food. Open daily, the menu is built around what is available locally and changes seasonally. You are sure to enjoy creative dishes while taking in the simplistic beauty that Stonebreaker and Markham Hill have to offer.

Farmer's Table Cafe

1079 S. School

The menu at Farmer's Table Cafe features locally sourced, organic and homestyle breakfasts, lunches and weekend dinners. They also serve numerous vegan and gluten-free options. The warm, inviting atmosphere created by the old home setting combined with the love in every dish will have you returning again and again.

Mockingbird Kitchen

1466 N. College

Serving the best local ingredients from farmers across the Ozark region, Mockingbird Kitchen's meals include chef-inspired house specialties, house-made soups, hot sandwiches and fresh salads. Chef Chrissy Sanderson believes in made from scratch, from the ketchup and pickles to the famous Mockingbird Pie.

Woodstone Pizza

557 S. School (downtown) or 3619 N. Mall Ave. (uptown)

All fork & finger foods, artisan pizzas & greens made from a scratch kitchen, featuring locally sourced ingredients. Great selection of locally crafted beers on tap at both locations. Choose from traditional pizzas or be adventurous. We recommend the Bloomington … no, the K-BBQ — no, you’ve got to try the Late Harvest! Okay, clearly we love everything.

Vetro 1925

17 East Center Street

Locally owned and operated, Vetro 1925 has made a name for itself since 2011. Known for their fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a commitment to sustainable food practices, every meal is an elevated dining experience. The historic 1870 building with brick walls and original wood floors sets the stage for traditional Italian with a modern twist.

Saltine | Bakery & Kitchen

659 E Huntsville Rd

A new bakery, café and coffee spot in South Fayetteville, housed in a colorful building with plenty of personality. The menu rotates with the seasons to keep it fresh and features house-baked sourdough breads, muffins, cinnamon rolls and toasts, along with breakfast sandwiches and other morning favorites. Whether you're stopping in for a coffee and pastry or settling in for breakfast, Saltine is a welcome new addition to Fayetteville's local food scene.

Moff's Pizza - Currently closed but stay tuned for their brick & mortar

245 N Church Ave (new address coming soon)

Who doesn't love a great slice of pie? At Moff's you have the choice of pie by the slice or the whole shebang. Crowds gather 'round Moff's food truck next to Puritan on Dickson St. because not only is the pizza fire, but great emphasis is placed on sourcing local, quality ingredients and paying attention to the details. Grab your slice, have a seat al fresco, and enjoy the show on Dickson.

Prelude Breakfast Bar

509 West Spring Street #210

Prelude Breakfast Bar brings a farm-to-table approach to breakfast and brunch in Fayetteville, with a menu that changes often based on what's available and what's in season. The team works with local farmers and lets seasonal ingredients help shape the menu, so there's always something new to try alongside favorites like their creative pancakes, breakfast dishes and coffee.

Atlas The Restaurant

208 N Block Ave

Atlas takes a refined approach to farm-to-table dining, pairing local, seasonal ingredients with flavors and techniques inspired by Chef Elliot Hunt's travels around the world. The menu changes with the seasons, giving fresh ingredients a starring role in creative, beautifully composed dishes, while an expertly curated wine and cocktail list adds another layer to the experience.

Taste the Flavors of Fayetteville

If you're planning a night out or a weekend in Fayetteville, make room for a meal at one of these local restaurants. You'll find chefs who are passionate about Arkansas ingredients, seasonal cooking and supporting the farmers and producers who make Northwest Arkansas' food scene so interesting.

To learn more about the great restaurants Fayetteville has to offer, check out our Restaurant Guide.