TakeOff North America 2026
Rogers, Arkansas
• 8 – 10 December 2026
Food & Drink
Our Destination Sponsors, along with their destination partners, have curated a list of highly recommended and award winning restaurants, bars and breweries across Northwest Arkansas.
Rogers
James Beard Winning Restaurants
Rogers proudly hosts five James Beard honored chefs, restaurants and nominees.
Heirloom at 1907
Heirloom at the 1907 is a tasting menu restaurant offering guests a reservation-only, 2–3-hour experience featuring an 8-10-course menu that changes monthly.
Yeyo’s Taqueria y Mezcaleria at 1907
Yeyo’s Mezcaleria y Taqueria is Arkansas’s first mezcal sanctuary, where mezcal, food, and art intertwine to honor México’s living heritage.
Onyx Coffee Lab at 1907
Onyx Coffee Lab Headquarters showcases each part of the company's coffee supply chain, in addition to offering pastries, breakfast, light lunch, and desserts.
Tusk & Trotter
Located in downtown Rogers, Tusk & Trotter offers High South comfort food, blending unique local favorites and handcrafted cocktails.
Wright's Barbeque by Jordan Wright
At Wright's Barbecue, each cut of meat is carefully selected, seasoned with a special blend of spices, and smoked low and slow over real wood to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and tenderness.
Rogers' Pizza Scene
Ria Pizza
Experience contemporary Neapolitan-style pizza in the heart of downtown Rogers at Ria Pizzeria, where ingredients are imported from Italy and espresso martinis and prosecco are on tap.
Hideaway Pizza
Hideaway Pizza stays unapologetically loyal to its tried-and-true recipes, including slow rising dough and classic red sauce simmered for maximum flavor.
The Rail - A Pizza Company
Located just steps from Frisco Plaza and Butterfield Stage in downtown Rogers, The Rail – A Pizza Company offers guests a laid-back, easygoing environment that’s become a staple in the community for over a decade.
Gusano's
Gusano's serves authentic Chicago-style pizza, including all the flavors: buttery-flaky crust, sweet tangy tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and perfectly seasoned, authentic Italian meats.
Award Winning Beers
Ozark Beer Company
Gusano's serves authentic Chicago-style pizza, including all the flavors: buttery-flaky crust, sweet tangy tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and perfectly seasoned, authentic Italian meats.
Rendezvous Junction
Rendezvous Junction began with a simple mission of crafting beer that brings taste and buds together. Their commitment is to stay true to that mission of never compromising taste.
Natural State Brewing
Natural State Beer Company is a family-owned craft brewery specializing in award-winning German-style lagers, fresh local beer, and an unforgettable brewery experience.
Craft Cocktail Spots
Ashleigh Lounge
Located in uptown Rogers, Ashleigh Lounge features a unique and elevated lounging experience, offering wine, coffee, cocktails, and small plates.
Magnum Speakeasy
Magnum Speakeasy is a sophisticated cocktail destination within Hotel Vin Rogers, where handcrafted drinks, premium spirits, and an intimate ambiance make for an unforgettable night out.
Bentonville
Bentonville's dining scene punches above its weight, from James Beard-recognized chefs, including 2026 semifinalist Matthew Cooper of Conifer, to craft cocktail bars and local breweries.
Elevated Dining in Historic Spaces
Some of Bentonville's best tables are set inside its oldest buildings.
Inclusive Dining
Gluten-free and allergy-aware kitchens make Bentonville a go-to for travelers with dietary needs.
Local Brews
Cocktail Spots
Fayetteville
Catfish Hole
The Catfish Hole has been feeding fresh fish and steaks to Fayetteville residents and visitors for over 30 years.
Mockingbird Kitchen
Mockingbird Kitchen leans into honest, seasonal, and locally inspired cooking, with much of it made from scratch using local and seasonal ingredients.
Bordino's
Right on Dickson Street, Bordino’s has been part of Fayetteville’s dining scene long enough that most locals have a story tied to their steaks.
