Bordinos is marking a major milestone with its 30th anniversary this August, and Fayetteville is ready to celebrate. The Italian restaurant on College Avenue is inviting locals to join in the festivities, offering special menu items and deals throughout the week to commemorate three decades of serving up classic dishes.
Meanwhile, Sassy’s Red House is cooking up some BBQ specials alongside drink deals that make it hard to resist stopping by this week. This Bentonville mainstay is keeping things lively with options that pair perfectly with the hot Arkansas summer evenings.
If you’re looking for a fresh twist on Southern comfort food, Slim Chickens has introduced the Honey Jalapeño Pimento Sandwich and Wrap. The combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors is turning heads and quickly becoming a favorite among the chain’s arms-deep fans across Northwest Arkansas.
Sweet tooths don’t have to wait long to indulge either: blackberry cobbler is making the rounds this month, showing up at several local eateries with seasonal fruit picked toward maximizing that late-summer harvest flavor. Expect classic takes with flaky crusts and just the right amount of sugar to balance the blackberry’s natural tartness.
On the drink front, boozy root beer floats are proving to be the unexpected star of summer nights. Several bars and restaurants in Fayetteville have been pouring these nostalgic treats with an adult twist—think rich vanilla ice cream mingling with spiked root beer for a grown-up version of a childhood favorite. It’s the kind of indulgence that pairs well with lazy evenings on downtown patios or lingering after a show at the Walton Arts Center.
For those who want to mix up their weekend plans, Sidecar is hosting a Retcon Records popup on Saturday, Aug. 22, alongside an OnlyPans food event. The College Avenue venue’s schedule is filling up with creative collaborations that put local food and music talents front and center.
On the bankside, Signature Bank continues to push dream-chasing initiatives for customers looking to make those next big moves—whether it’s buying a home or growing a business—with a friendly approach grounded in the Northwest Arkansas economy.
Southern Food Company is also highlighting their signature Shrimp & Grits featuring a homemade garlic cream sauce that’s been getting rave reviews from Fayetteville diners seeking rich but approachable Southern classics.
From comfort food to craft cocktails, Fayetteville and Bentonville’s local flavors keep growing more inventive even as some beloved community staples like Bordinos hit significant milestones. It’s a reminder that the food scene around here is far from settled—even after 30 years.
So, if you’re mapping out your week’s meals or looking for a new weekend hangout, these local deals and specials offer plenty to explore. Whether you’re craving that down-home blackberry cobbler or a boozy root beer float with friends, the choices cover sweet, savory, and spirited.
Source: Fayetteville Flyer
