Lake Fayetteville is not only an Ozarks destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but also home to a large food truck court offering some of the most authentic cuisine in town!

It's good to be hungry when you're in Fayetteville, but it's hard to stay that way! Fayetteville’s authentic, diverse culinary scene continually expands thanks to a new wave of restaurateurs showcasing regional ingredients and reinventing traditional dishes. Unique culinary experiences include farm-to-table restaurants and artisan coffee shops that roast locally. Long-time staples to locals are must-try institutions for visitors that want to dive into a food culture that reflects Fayetteville’s personality.
Here, it’s a melting pot of local, international, and fusion flavors. From fine dining to food truck courts, comfort food to new favorites - whatever you or your crew are hungry for, Fayetteville serves it up!
Outdoor dining is available at many of our restaurants along with sidewalk cafes and public picnic areas. Plus, an impressive display of food trucks serving lunch, dinner, snacks, and sweets can be found all throughout Fayetteville.
Ready to get your grub on? Start scrolling below, or check our Restaurant Guide for a more comprehensive list.
Lake Fayetteville is not only an Ozarks destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but also home to a large food truck court offering some of the most authentic cuisine in town!
Food trucks not only offer some of the funnest food in Fayetteville, hanging out at food truck courts is one of the best things to do in Fayetteville. Food truck courts, simply put, are for everyone. And, in Fayetteville food trucks offer almost every kind of food. Perfect for an al fresco lunch or late-night noshing after exploring Fayetteville, food truck courts attracts crowds at all hours. You’ll find their picnic tables filled with college students, families and young couples – pretty much anyone who appreciates great food served in an out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere.
It has been said, and aptly so, “Without ice cream there would be darkness and chaos.” – Don Kardong We’re happy to report that for many reasons all is well in the City of Fayetteville, not the least of which is the profusion of great spots to satisfy your sweet tooth with something spectacularly cold and delicious. We haven’t been able to pick a favorite, but are so very content to keep the quest alive. Here are some must-tries when nothing will do but sweet, creamy perfection topped with your heart’s delight:
We stand firm on the opinion that there aren’t many of life’s true pleasures better than feeling a little sun on your face, cooled by a gentle breeze—while enjoying a tasty beverage and delicious food. Largely due to the many months of great weather and a plethora of excellent restaurants and pubs in Fayetteville, Arkansas, it should come as no surprise that there’s a lengthy list of patio options to choose from for your next relaxation stop.
Restaurant Week is one of Fayetteville's exciting annual traditions. It’s time to celebrate the fantastic food culture that makes Fayetteville such a culinary paradise! Fayetteville has an authentic, diverse culinary scene with everything from fine dining to food truck courts and a ton of Fayetteville originals. During Restaurant Week, dozens of restaurants are cooking up special offerings - pull up a chair! CHECK OUT THE DEALS
The happy hour scene is a way of life in Fayetteville, Arkansas and the options for where to gather for everything from a simple ice-cold draught to gourmet-in-a-glass are many and varied. We can’t begin to name all of the fantastic independent places to try, but this list of a few crowd favorites spans every taste or mood—from casual to upscale. (Can you say time for an epic pub crawl??)

Explore the 9 craft breweries that make up the Fayetteville Ale Trail and earn prizes along the way!
