# A Weekend Getaway Guide to Rogers, AR: Where to Eat and Explore

*Published:* 2024-12-18
*Author:* susie.kardas

Where to Eat and Explore
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A Weekend Getaway Guide to Rogers, AR
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Tucked away in the stunning Ozark Mountains, Rogers, Arkansas, is the ultimate weekend getaway! Whether you’re rolling with the family, adventuring as a couple, or flying solo, this charming city is packed with outdoor thrills, quirky shops, mouthwatering eats, and that signature Southern hospitality. Ready to dive in? Here’s your must-have guide to two days of fun, food, and unforgettable memories in Rogers!

 



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**Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Downtown Rogers**
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Fuel up for the day’s adventures at [Ozark Mountain Bagel](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570082020223), where you can take your pick of sweet or savory from fresh bagel baskets and enjoy Airship Coffee. Then get to know Rogers with a stroll through [historic downtown Rogers](https://www.destinationrogers.com/downtown-things-to-do/guide-to-downtown-rogers-arkansas-a-must-visit-destination/). Drop into [Honeycomb Kitchen Shop](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/honeycomb-kitchen-shop/135/) to peruse the collection of kitchenware and artisan foodstuffs and browse locally crafted goods, including ceramics, paper goods, paintings and jewelry, at [Kaleidoscope Collective](https://kaleidoscopecollective.store/), your go-to shop for locally made art & goods in Arkansas. Kaleidoscope Collective features the work of over 40 different local artists, makers & creatives in Northwest Arkansas.

![a building with colorful signs on the side of it.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/downtown_general27-edited-scaled.jpg)

![a man and woman in a store looking at bottles of wine.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/shopping_dowtown_honeycomb_01_0-edited-scaled.jpg)



Hungry now? Grab lunch at [The Rail – A Pizza Company](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/the-rail-a-pizza-company/316/). Start with an order of flash-fried pork shanks glazed with spicy barbecue sauce, then dig into a specialty pie such as The Dumpster, crowned with marinara sauce, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, hamburger, black and green olives, green pepper, onion and mushroom. Wash whatever you order down with a mimosa or one of the more than 30 beers available, including local selections from Ozark Beer Co. and New Province Brewing.

Spend the rest of the afternoon at the [Daisy Airgun Museum](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/25-things-do-rogers-2-daisy-airgun-museum/), a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and promoting vintage artifacts produced by the Daisy company. The petite museum, tucked in an 1890s-era building in downtown Rogers, features an impressive collection of antique airguns, packaging, advertising and other memorabilia. Take a selfie in front of the world’s largest BB gun and buy your own Red Ryder at the gift shop.

![Daisy Airgun Museum](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Z-DAM-mural-and-sculpture-Internal-edited-2.png)

![daisy airgun museum storefront](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Daisy_Museum-edited-3.png)



After you get settled at your hotel or vacation rental, get back on the downtown bricks for dinner at [Casa Alejo](https://www.instagram.com/casa.alejo.nwa/?hl=en). Order a round of margs, chips and guacamole, and the juicy and flavorful arrachera (Mexican skirt steak). Be sure to save room for the churro fries topped with ice cream. Then enjoy a nightcap at [Yeyo’s Rogers](https://www.yeyosnwa.com/), for a one-of-a-kind tasting experience of exotic Mezcals and unique Mexican cocktails and desserts.

**Day 2: Outdoor Adventures & Cultural Experiences**
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Start your second day in Rogers at [Onyx Coffee Lab](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/onyx-coffee-lab-at-the-1907/48/), an award-winning craft java purveyor inside the historic [1907](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/25-things-do-rogers-18-1907/) building in downtown Rogers. There’s plenty of seating inside the white-walled, airy space, where you can linger over cups of single-origin coffee elevated with house-made ingredients such as browned butter and chocolate. Try a frittata with Mediterranean herbs and sun-dried tomato or a honey crunch croissant for breakfast and don’t forget to pick up some coffee beans or Onyx merch to take home as a souvenir.

![an office with a wooden wall and a sign that says one coffee.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/VisitRogers-Onyx-3460_0-edited-1024x768.jpg)

![a woman pouring coffee into a cup.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/VisitRogers-Onyx-3132-edited.jpg)



Once you are well-caffeinated, choose how you’d like to experience northwest Arkansas’ outdoor splendor. Go hiking at [Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/10-must-do-outdoor-adventures-and-around-rogers-arkansas/), a 12,056-acre wonderland of hardwood and pine forests and rocky granite terrain. Keep your eyes peeled for white-tailed deer and golden eagles as you walk along the trails. Or if you prefer adventures on two wheels, head to [Railyard Bike Park](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/railyard-bike-park/) to test your skills on curved wall rides, elevated bridges, jumps and other features. There’s also a paved trail that connects the park to Lake Atalanta.

![two people walking on a wooden bridge in the woods.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Z-Hobbs-Sinking-Stream-Trail-Hike-Internal-edited.png)

![a man riding a mountain bike over a bridge at the railyard bike park.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/biking_railyard22_0-edited.jpg)



Hankering for a mini road trip? Drive across the scenic Highway 12 bridge to check out the [War Eagle Mill](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/25-things-to-do-in-rogers-16-war-eagle-mill-bridge/), a Civil War landmark and the only working grist mill in Arkansas.

![A bridge over a river.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/war-eagle-mill-mist-1024x684.jpg)Make your way to [Smokin’ Joe’s Ribhouse](https://smokinjoesribhouse.com/menu/) for a midday feast of award-winning pit-smoked barbecue. Choose from tender brisket, pulled pork, turkey, sausage, or ribs, served alongside Southern favorites like fried okra, baked beans, and mac and cheese. Whether you opt for a hearty three-meat combo or the popular Pulled Brisket Deluxe, you’ll get a true taste of Northwest Arkansas barbecue tradition.

![three tacos on a tray on a table.](https://www.destinationrogers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/oz-smokehouse-edited.jpg)After taking a quick nap at your hotel or vacation rental, head back out for a night out on the town. Dinner calls for burgers and shakes at [Big Orange](https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwj20_36oKCKAxVOg8IIHYF1FuwYABAAGgJqZg&ae=2&aspm=1&co=1&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiAjeW6BhBAEiwAdKltMjBIk8hjVhLVOoIyNdYT_QzFMDy8SsHP5NfShWc5AiBiEYmYbxSIOhoCouMQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVuD2XjcupUcM0wtA7rhC6TqFAga3QW39sbothtUL7M__upiLLh3UW_Cg2guHpWDbZUZPHArVN0hDFy6ID5KjlMop_T35ChDDWh5_ZjsGTD_-pjXaREE-&sig=AOD64_2nXIN3rVCbG_b3pWHGPtAvd3CNsQ&q&nis=4&adurl&ved=2ahUKEwii-PT6oKCKAxVANNAFHTyCFVkQ0Qx6BAgLEAM), an Arkansas-born and inspired chain that proudly serves premium Black Angus Beef. Then catch a [concert](https://www.destinationrogers.com/walmart-amp-events/2024-concerts-and-live-music/) at [Railyard Live](https://www.destinationrogers.com/get-inspired/articles/railyard-live-brings-live-music-downtown-rogers/), [Walmart AMP](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/walmart-amp/218/) or [The Music Depot](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/the-music-depot/990/).

**Day 3: Last-Minute Adventures**
---------------------------------

Enjoy your final meal in Rogers at [Havana Tropical Grill](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/havana-tropical-grill/428/), a family-owned restaurant that serves home-style Cuban cuisine from day to night. Order a hot-pressed Cubano sandwich stuffed with slow-roasted pork, ham and Swiss or the mofongo, green plantains mashed with garlic and chunks of succulent pork. Then stop at the [Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art](https://www.destinationrogers.com/listings/crystal-bridges-museum-of-american-art/237/), an attraction nestled on 120-acres of Ozark landscape that houses a collection of art spanning from the early 16th century to the present day.

Whether you’re seeking to fill a weekend itinerary with outdoor adventures, cultural experiences or culinary exploration, Northwest Arkansas has something to offer every traveler. Depart with fond memories of your time spent exploring Rogers, an ever-evolving destination you’ll want to return to again and again.

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