A trip to Fayetteville in the winter usually means mild weather, but it can still get cold here, especially once the sun’s gone down. On those nights, we are ultra grateful to enjoy our favorite local restaurants on their heated patios! There are options in every corner of Fayetteville, accompanying most any cuisine you desire, so gather up your group and stake your claim on one of these warm, inviting outdoor dining patios. Leverett Lounge @leverettlounge | 737 N Leverett Ave Preview the Menu Smitty's Garage Burgers & Beer @thegarage_burgers | 100 E Joyce Blvd #102 Preview the Menu Bocca 2036 N College Ave Preview the Menu Penguin Ed's Historic B&B | @penguinedsbbq | 230 S E Ave Preview the Menu Feed and Folly @feedandfolly | 110 S College Ave Preview the Menu Wood Stone Craft Pizza Uptown @woodstonecraftpizza | 3619 Mall Ave Preview the Menu Calle Latin Cuisine @callelatincuisine | 33 N Block Ave Preview the Menu Ozark Natural Foods @ozarknaturalfoods | 380 N College Ave Preview the Menu Southern Food Company @southernfoodco | 3575 W Wedington Dr, Suite 3 Preview the Menu Hammontree’s @hammongram | 326 N West Ave #8 Preview the Menu Loafin Joe’s @loafinjoes | 201 W Mountain Preview the Menu East Side Grill @esgfayetteville | 1838 N Crossover Rd Preview the Menu Honorable Mentions - chain restaurants with heated patios in Fayetteville: Torchy’s, Mellow Mushroom

Breadsticks, Pasta, Carbs, oh my! If you’re looking to carbo-load on some high-class Italian food, then we’ve got you covered. There are several Italian restaurants in Fayetteville, Arkansas that can knock your socks off, but here are just a few.

Fayetteville is the entertainment headquarters of the region and the Downtown and Dickson Street areas serve as the epicenter. Dickson Street is home to many of the unique boutiques, galleries, bars and restaurants that Fayetteville offers. Discover the eclectic sounds of Fayetteville at one of the many bars and restaurants offering live music almost every night of the week. From dancing to shooting pool, there is something for everyone’s tastes.

Nothing is better on vacation than sleeping in before heading out to find a leisurely meal, especially if it’s brunch! There’s a lot to do in Fayetteville, so you’ll want to be sure you’re charged up before you explore beyond the food scene.

The burger: an American food staple. A simple concept — ground meat, buns, toppings and condiments — yet everyone has a personal preference, and nowadays it seems as if there are a million variations. However, one thing will always remain the same: a good burger stays with you forever.

Northwest Arkansas is a mixing pot of various cultures, thanks to both the University of Arkansas and the unique spirit of Fayetteville. Mexican food has become a staple in town, and the options for authentic and affordable Mexican cuisine are boundless. Being in the South, Fayetteville is home to many Southern traditions, including family-owned Mexican restaurants. While we can’t promise to end the “cheese-dip vs. queso” debate, anyone who respects a high-quality Mexican meal can agree that Fayetteville’s local options are top-notch.