Must-Visit Spots for Unique Dining and Local Cuisine

Morning Fuel: Breakfast and Brunch Hotspots

The oldest restaurant in Benton County, Wesner’s Grill is the perfect greasy spoon to indulge in Southern-inspired breakfast classics such as its renowned “slop,” a plate of hash browns, scrambled eggs, breakfast meat, gravy and cheese. For lighter fare, specialty food store Nola’s Pantry has all-day brunch options including deluxe toasts, breakfast burritos, sandwiches and salads. There are also plenty of excellent coffee shops around Rogers if all you need for breakfast is a caffeinated pick-me-up and a quick bite.

Sweet Treats and Baked Goods

Sweet tooths should head to Rick’s Bakery for locally acclaimed doughnuts, muffins, cakes and pastries. Or, make towards world-famous Gelatissimo in Downtown Rogers–Driven by obsession and imagination, Gelatissimo creates irresistible gelato with fresh, seasonal ingredients, indulgent flavors, and global inspiration—bringing a delightful, immersive experience to every scoop, whether in-store or at home.

Lunch Favorites and Local Gems

For a midday meal, fuel up at The Rail – A Pizza Company. Explore creative pies such as the BSB with chicken, bacon, onion, smoked gouda and homemade barbecue sauce, or build your own pie from a selection of fresh meat and veggie toppings. Big Orange brings a similar originality to its burgers made with locally sourced ingredients. Pair the extra-spicy Reaper burger with a malt milkshake or a craft beer.

Southern Comfort Classics

You can’t leave Rogers without sampling its Southern cuisine. Locals have been tucking into the fried catfish and hush puppies at Catfish John’s since 1987; if you order a family pack, don’t forget to tack on classic sides such as beans, coleslaw and fried okra. Monte Ne Inn Chicken is another great spot for the whole family, no less because it serves its meals family-style. Dine on all-you-can-eat fried chicken, bean soup, green beans, corn, mashed potatoes, coleslaw and biscuits for just $17.95.

International Flavors in the Heart of Rogers

In becoming a foodie haven, Rogers has invited flavors from all across the globe. At Saiwok, the Nguyen family serves up classic and creative takes on Vietnamese foods, such as belly-warming chicken pho and steak banh mi sandwiches with chimichurri sauce. For affordable Mexican street food, Taqueria Real Jacona is a winner, especially its tacos and tortas that come with a variety of fillings, from chicken and pork to tripe and beef tongue.

Breweries, Pubs and Evening Hangouts

Some of Rogers’ finest local offerings aren’t edible; they’re drinkable. Ozark Beer Company, on top of fermenting delicious craft beers, is committed to serving its corner of Arkansas, putting on events in its inviting German-style taproom and donating part of its proceeds to benefit local causes. Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co. is another local brewery to check out. Head in on the weekly trivia, chess, or bingo nights, and check out the rotating tap selections, which often feature unique flavor profiles like pumpkin spice cream ale or cinnamon-pear sour. 

Beerheads aren’t the only ones who get to have their fun. If you prefer to spend your evenings sipping on spirits, try ordering a specialty cocktail at Fox Trail Distillery. A smoked old fashioned shows off its line of whiskeys—which you can also sample during a scheduled distillery tour—but the in-house vodka and gin are also worth exploring. 

Farm-to-Table and Sustainable Dining

Conclude your foodie trail by experiencing northwest Arkansas’s rich farming history at one of Roger’s impressive farm-to-table restaurants. The Blackberry Brasserie focuses its local ingredients into elevated Southern cuisine. Start off with a blackberry pecan salad featuring local free-range chicken, then feast on the Ozark bone-in pork chop served with a smashed potato and leek salad, apple mostarda, and vermouth jus.

International flavors also get a farm-to-table twist at Yeyo’s Mezcaleria y Taqueria. From the same family behind Rios Family Farm, this restaurant produces fresh Mexican fare that perfectly complements a mezcal- and tequila-focused drink program. Pair a plate of the shrimp or smoked pork belly tacos with the Cuatro Once cocktail, which has notes of melon, rhubarb and ancho chile.

The dining options in Rogers offer everything from familiar down-home favorites to internationally inspired fare. Follow this foodie trail so you don’t miss out on the city’s most exciting bites and sips.

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