Las Brisas Bar & Grill
Opening 2025-05-01 Las Brisas Bar & Grill is expanding its presence from Blytheville, Arkansas, to Jonesboro. This new location will bring authentic Mexican cuisine to the area, featuring a menu with staples such as fajitas and street-style tacos. The restaurant is set to open in early May 2025, specifically in Building A of the Songbird […]
Chuy’s
Opening March 25, 2025 Chuy’s Conway is set to open its doors on March 25, 2025, introducing a vibrant Tex-Mex dining option to the Conway community. This sixth Arkansas location promises signature dishes like Chicka-Chicka Boom-Boom Enchiladas and fresh margaritas made from scratch. Emphasizing fresh ingredients, Chuy’s menu celebrates flavors inspired by New Mexico and […]
Rock N’ Roll Sushi
Opening May 2025 Rock N’ Roll Sushi, a rock-and-roll-inspired sushi chain, is set to open its first Arkansas location in Jonesboro at 2411 Race St, Suite A, in May 2025. The franchisees, Kristen and Cody McPherson, along with Sidney and Aaron Duty, aim to enhance the Arkansas dining scene with three new locations. Each restaurant […]
The Purple Cow
Opening Late summer or early fall 2025 Little Rock-based restaurant chain The Purple Cow will open its first location in Northwest Arkansas this summer or fall, marking their seventh restaurant in Arkansas. The new 5,976-square-foot location will be situated at 3300 S. Pinnacle Hills Parkway, the former site of Carrabba’s and Blackberry Brasserie. The remodel […]
The Compton
Opening Fall 2025 The Compton is a new 142-room independent lifestyle hotel set to open in Bentonville this fall. Located on the historic square, adjacent to Dave Peel Park, it will serve as a vibrant hub for creativity and outdoor activities. The hotel will cater to outdoor enthusiasts with bike valet services and secure bike […]
Bumpers
Opening May 2025 Bumpers, a beloved Mississippi fast-food brand, is set to open its first location in Arkansas at Helena-West Helena by May 2025. The franchise offers a variety of handmade sandwiches, fries, and desserts, and is known for its appeal in small towns with a unique profitability model. Local restaurateur James Jones has secured […]
Taquer?a Lucha
A new Mexican restaurant, backed by a team with local culinary connections, is set to open on Dickson Street in downtown Fayetteville later this year, bringing late-night tacos to the area.
The Buttered Biscuit
The Buttered Biscuit, a breakfast-brunch restaurant based in Bentonville, has recently opened a new branch in Heights after a soft opening over the weekend.
Taqueria Lucha
Opening March 2025 Taqueria Lucha is a new taqueria set to open soon on Dickson Street in Fayetteville. Founded by Tula owner Juan Bahena, the restaurant began as a food truck and has previously operated in a semi-permanent location on 5th Street in Bentonville. The menu will feature a variety of tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and […]
Starbucks
Opening June or July 2025 Starbucks is set to open a new store in El Dorado, located next to Mellor Park Mall on North West Avenue. Construction for the new location began in late 2024, with a potential opening expected in June or July 2025. The local economic development chamber is actively working with Starbucks […]