Rogers’ culinary scene is as diverse as it is dynamic. From restaurants that offer truly one-of-a-kind experiences—along with a few fresh arrivals—discover both the distinctive standouts and the newest spots worth a visit.
Unique Standouts
Heirloom at the 1907 & Pinky Swear
It may be difficult to score a reservation for dinner at Heirloom at the 1907, and it may even be tricky to find the restaurant, given it has no signage, but a meal there is well worth the effort.
Heirloom offers a tasting menu of around 10 courses that changes monthly and is hyper-seasonal. The restaurant offers wine pairings with the meal as well as other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
Co-Owner Danielle Ribaudo says one of the best aspects of Heirloom’s menu is its fleeting nature, just like each season.
“How frequently the menu rotates is part of what makes it special,” she says. “We have never even printed any of the menus in Heirloom. Once they are gone, they are gone.”
Heirloom is an intimate venue with seating for only 18 to 22 guests each night, so reservations generally sell out very quickly when posted online on the 15th of every month. The restaurant offers a wait list.
Guests can also visit Pinky Swear by Heirloom, a hi-fi record bar located just outside the restaurant. Pinky Swear is walk-in only, with no reservations needed. Along with drinks, it offers a small menu of its own, with a chef’s favorite option being the kim-cheese pizza.
Ashleigh Wine & Sake Lounge
For a unique and elevated lounge experience and the chance to enjoy some curated wines, sakes, and traditional craft cocktails, head over to the Ashleigh Wine & Sake Bar.
Open for just over a year, Ashleigh Lounge caters to both those who know their favorite drinks and those who want to try something new.
The tranquil yet sophisticated vibe of the lounge is designed for guests to relax, sip, and savor. Along with its variety of drinks, Ashleigh's also offers artisanal small plates, including the restaurant’s popular charcuterie board.
The lounge can also be rented out for special occasions.
Monte Ne Chicken House
For those who aren’t looking for frills, but are looking for some of the best fried chicken in Arkansas, head down scenic East Highway 94 to Monte Ne Chicken House.
All meals at this restaurant are served family style and include fried chicken and side dishes like bean soup, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet corn, seasoned green beans, coleslaw, and biscuits at one set price per person. The restaurant is well known to locals for offering a casual, down-home feel and some good southern cooking.
Reservations are greatly encouraged, and carry out and catering are available.
New to the Scene
Oak Steakhouse
Perched on the rooftop of the new Avail Hotel in the Pinnacle area, Oak Steakhouse is part of a small chain of restaurants known for its chef-driven menu that highlights a modern take on steak classics. Owned by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, which also owns Junto in downtown Bentonville, Oak Steakhouse Rogers opened its doors on June 27.
The biggest draw for the restaurant is its wide array of steak offerings, including the restaurant’s popular dry-aged beef options. But the menu also includes a variety of non-steak entree options, starters, shareables, salads, and seafood, with the popular raw bar oysters.
Oak also offers a weekend brunch with dishes like eggs Benedict, a soft scramble dish, avocado toast, burgers, and, of course, steak and eggs.
Oak Rogers General Manager Dillon Peterson says the most impactful thing the restaurant does is focus on hospitality and truly welcoming every guest to the space.
“Our food is delicious and our kitchen team is incredibly talented,” he says. “But we really like to focus on the human element of what we do. People like a story. We like to provide an experience other than food on the table that we are proud of.”
Warike 115
Fans of Latin American cuisine should try the new Warike 115, one of the only restaurants in Northwest Arkansas to focus on Peruvian cuisine. Transitioning from a successful food truck, Warike 115 opened its doors in June. “Warike” is a term that refers to a hidden or secret place to enjoy food.
The menu varies from offering seafood dishes from the coast to hearty Andean classics, with some dishes featuring Chinese-influenced flavors and cooking techniques called Chifa.
Some of the menu highlights include ceviche, causa rellena (layered Peruvian dish with spicy mashed potatoes), lomo saltado (stir-fried beef), and arroz chaufa (Peruvian fried rice).
Un Deaux Trois Cafe
For a taste of France, head to Un Deaux Trois Cafe, a new Parisian-style restaurant offering refined café fare, sweet and savory pastries, artisanal coffee, steeped teas, and a seasonal bar program.
With its light and beautiful decor, the cafe provides a relaxing atmosphere for guests to relax in at any time of the day.
Menu favorites include pastries like croissants, pain au chocolat, and Madeleines, along with savory offerings such as quiche Lorraine and Jamon Beurre or roasted vegetable baguettes.
Mermaids Seafood Restaurant
While certainly not new to Northwest Arkansas, Mermaids Seafood Restaurant is new to Rogers. After being in Fayetteville for more than 20 years, owners closed that restaurant to open a new one near the Pinnacle Promenade.
The 5,000-square-foot restaurant offers the same favorites from the Fayetteville location, including seafood and pasta dishes, salads, burgers, and sandwiches.