The best restaurants in Fort Smith

44 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Whether you’re corralling the family or sneaking in date night this week, Fuji Japanese Hibachi & Sushi delivers sizzle-at-the-table…

3600 Massard Rd

Whether you’re corralling the family or sneaking in date night this week, Fuji Japanese Hibachi & Sushi delivers sizzle-at-the-table hibachi theatrics, expertly crafted sushi, and hand crafted cocktails.

From the Fort Smith newsletter, August 7, 2026

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When a seafood craving strikes, AJ's Oyster House serves classic American seafood and comfort fare with the easygoing vibe Fort Smith folks…

115 N 10th St

When a seafood craving strikes, AJ's Oyster House serves classic American seafood and comfort fare with the easygoing vibe Fort Smith folks love. Think briny oysters, hearty plates, and a good cocktail lineup that turns a random Tuesday into an occasion.

From the Fort Smith newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Chain pizzeria offering standard pies, plus wings, salads & a variety of hot sandwiches.

3501 Old Greenwood Rd Ste 17

Chain pizzeria offering standard pies, plus wings, salads & a variety of hot sandwiches.

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Rustic-chic eatery with a seasonal menu featuring steaks & a full bar in a converted schoolhouse.

8801 Wells Lake Rd

Rustic-chic eatery with a seasonal menu featuring steaks & a full bar in a converted schoolhouse.

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Cozy restaurant serving American comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting.

5001 Towson Ave

Cozy restaurant serving American comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting.

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Benson's Grill

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Around-the-clock American staples turned out in laid-back, old-timey digs with counter seating.

2515 Rogers Ave

Around-the-clock American staples turned out in laid-back, old-timey digs with counter seating.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

4601 Grand Ave

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

7110 Rogers Ave

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

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Burgers, tacos, and other American comfort eats served in a relaxed setting.

2400 Tulsa St

Burgers, tacos, and other American comfort eats served in a relaxed setting.

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Cicis Pizza

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Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

8323 Rogers Ave

Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

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The Mighty Crab

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Casual eatery specializing in seafood boils and fried baskets, plus beer and cocktails.

5707 Rogers Ave

Casual eatery specializing in seafood boils and fried baskets, plus beer and cocktails.

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This game-day bar serves burgers & fried fare, plus local beers & party platters for big groups.

4306 Phoenix Ave

This game-day bar serves burgers & fried fare, plus local beers & party platters for big groups.

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Casual Salvadoran eatery featuring pupusas, tamales and seafood dishes.

1806 Zero St

Casual Salvadoran eatery featuring pupusas, tamales and seafood dishes.

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Casual Chinese restaurant with Japanese offerings such as sushi, plus a buffet and a kids' menu.

5819 Rogers Ave

Casual Chinese restaurant with Japanese offerings such as sushi, plus a buffet and a kids' menu.

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Hideaway Pizza

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Local chain featuring build-your-own pies, a variety of Italian fare & a kids' menu.

8302 Phoenix Ave

Local chain featuring build-your-own pies, a variety of Italian fare & a kids' menu.

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Burgers are the draw to this stalwart, family-run American eatery with an unassuming vibe.

2120 Grand Ave

Burgers are the draw to this stalwart, family-run American eatery with an unassuming vibe.

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Calico County

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Long-running eatery with a down-home feel serving chicken fried steak, patty melts & other classics.

2401 S 56th St

Long-running eatery with a down-home feel serving chicken fried steak, patty melts & other classics.

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Local tavern offering beer & a pizza-centric pub menu, as well as sports watching & game nights.

508 Garrison Ave

Local tavern offering beer & a pizza-centric pub menu, as well as sports watching & game nights.

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It's Just Wings

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Branch of a chain specializing in chicken wings, available for takeout or dine-in, with pickup and delivery options.

6720 Rogers Ave

Branch of a chain specializing in chicken wings, available for takeout or dine-in, with pickup and delivery options.

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Casual eatery offering from-scratch sides, smoked meats, and homemade sauces, plus catering.

2502 Alma Hwy (Van Buren)

Casual eatery offering from-scratch sides, smoked meats, and homemade sauces, plus catering.

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Former restaurant turned music venue offering ribs & BBQ sandwiches during performances & events.

424 Garrison Ave

Former restaurant turned music venue offering ribs & BBQ sandwiches during performances & events.

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Latin American cuisine & cocktails whipped up in a cozy, festive interior dating back to the 1850s.

917 N A St

Latin American cuisine & cocktails whipped up in a cozy, festive interior dating back to the 1850s.

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Cozy restaurant with a patio serves breakfast, sandwiches, and meat dishes, plus beer and wine.

3106 S 74th St Ste 103

Cozy restaurant with a patio serves breakfast, sandwiches, and meat dishes, plus beer and wine.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

8624 Rogers Ave

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

6550 Rogers Ave

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Casual eatery offering sushi rolls and other Japanese fare for lunch and dinner.

4720 Towson Ave

Casual eatery offering sushi rolls and other Japanese fare for lunch and dinner.

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Phở Việtnam

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Informal joint serving typical Vietnamese sandwiches, pho, bubble teas & other classic dishes.

2214 Rogers Ave

Informal joint serving typical Vietnamese sandwiches, pho, bubble teas & other classic dishes.

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Burgers are the mainstay at this casual eatery featuring grilled items, hand-cut fries and shakes.

4300 Rogers Ave #10

Burgers are the mainstay at this casual eatery featuring grilled items, hand-cut fries and shakes.

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Casual eatery specializing in brisket and other slow-smoked meats.

8000 Phoenix Ave

Casual eatery specializing in brisket and other slow-smoked meats.

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Family-owned venue serving home-style meals, from breakfast dishes to fried chicken, in casual digs.

3325 S 74th St Ste B

Family-owned venue serving home-style meals, from breakfast dishes to fried chicken, in casual digs.

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Comfortable Italian eatery with a drive-thru option, serving classic dishes and pizzas, plus beer and cocktails.

4605 Towson Ave

Comfortable Italian eatery with a drive-thru option, serving classic dishes and pizzas, plus beer and cocktails.

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Retro American diner offering burgers, beer & French dip sandwiches amid '50s-inspired decor.

1500 Towson Ave

Retro American diner offering burgers, beer & French dip sandwiches amid '50s-inspired decor.

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Cavanaugh Pizza

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Casual restaurant serving pizza and a buffet, plus vegetarian options.

3111 Cavanaugh Rd

Casual restaurant serving pizza and a buffet, plus vegetarian options.

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Boondocks

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Fish and other seafood are on the menu at this relaxed bar and eatery offering a full bar and live music.

12200 US-71

Fish and other seafood are on the menu at this relaxed bar and eatery offering a full bar and live music.

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Prima Italia

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Romantic Italian dining spot featuring a wine list and handcrafted cocktails, plus live music.

720 Garrison Ave

Romantic Italian dining spot featuring a wine list and handcrafted cocktails, plus live music.

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Popular BBQ joint serving brisket, pulled pork, and ribs in a cozy setting.

8203 Rogers Ave

Popular BBQ joint serving brisket, pulled pork, and ribs in a cozy setting.

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Bright, basic Italian joint whipping up familiar dishes, from pizza to pasta, plus beer & wine.

3115 Cavanaugh Rd

Bright, basic Italian joint whipping up familiar dishes, from pizza to pasta, plus beer & wine.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

2307 S Zero St #102

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Casual-chic eatery featuring burgers, tacos, sliders, buffalo burgers and bison burgers.

1801.5 S Zero St

Casual-chic eatery featuring burgers, tacos, sliders, buffalo burgers and bison burgers.

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Sushi and noodle-based Japanese grub offered in an easygoing setting, with hibachi dishes available.

5612 Rogers Ave

Sushi and noodle-based Japanese grub offered in an easygoing setting, with hibachi dishes available.

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Casual spot for burgers, ribs, steak and pizza served in an old bank building.

624 Main St (Van Buren)

Casual spot for burgers, ribs, steak and pizza served in an old bank building.

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Doe's Eat Place

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Established American restaurant featuring steaks as well as tamales in a casual, relaxed space.

422 N 3rd St

Established American restaurant featuring steaks as well as tamales in a casual, relaxed space.

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Breakfast buffet, sandwiches and salads (including cobb and chicken salad versions) are served at this casual eatery.

2801 Old Greenwood Rd #16

Breakfast buffet, sandwiches and salads (including cobb and chicken salad versions) are served at this casual eatery.

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Slim Chickens

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Counter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides & desserts served in jars.

7501 Phoenix Ave

Counter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides & desserts served in jars.

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