The best restaurants in Springdale

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

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Cozy restaurant dishing up Mexican dishes including carnitas and burritos, plus smoked chicken.

224 Caudle Ave

Cozy restaurant dishing up Mexican dishes including carnitas and burritos, plus smoked chicken.

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Mexican restaurant dishing up dishes such as pupusas and tacos amid a laid-back atmosphere.

145 Industrial Cir W

Mexican restaurant dishing up dishes such as pupusas and tacos amid a laid-back atmosphere.

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Fajitas, burritos, and other classic Mexican plates are offered at this casual restaurant and bar.

210 N Bloomington St A (Lowell)

Fajitas, burritos, and other classic Mexican plates are offered at this casual restaurant and bar.

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La Media Luna

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Upscale, family-owned eatery offering traditional Mexican cuisine, cocktails and beer, plus patio seating.

2135 Main Dr (Fayetteville)

Upscale, family-owned eatery offering traditional Mexican cuisine, cocktails and beer, plus patio seating.

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Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

1900 W Pleasant Grove Rd (Rogers)

Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

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Casual Mexican restaurant serving comfort food such as quesabirria tacos, pozole, and fresh salsa.

105 S Dixieland St (Lowell)

Casual Mexican restaurant serving comfort food such as quesabirria tacos, pozole, and fresh salsa.

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Buffalo BBQ

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Springdale’s hometown spot, Buffalo BBQ smokes brisket, ribs, pulled pork, wings, and chicken low and slow, then lets you dress it up with…

3445 S Old Missouri Rd

Springdale’s hometown spot, Buffalo BBQ smokes brisket, ribs, pulled pork, wings, and chicken low and slow, then lets you dress it up with house-made sauces from sweet-tangy to buffalo heat. Pair it with creamy mac, tangy slaw, or pit beans and call it dinner, game-day, or easy catering.

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When that midweek “I need real food” feeling hits, Wagon Wheel Country Cafe delivers the good stuff like country fried steak, farm-raised…

4080 N Thompson St

When that midweek “I need real food” feeling hits, Wagon Wheel Country Cafe delivers the good stuff like country fried steak, farm-raised catfish, and hamburger steak with gravy. Nothing fussy, just the kind of hearty local classics that make leftovers disappear by lunch tomorrow.

From the Springdale newsletter, August 3, 2026

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MJ Pizzeria Springdale turns out wood-fired pies with craveable toppings like house-cured Italian sausage, Arkansas bacon, and fior di…

838 N 48th St Ste a

MJ Pizzeria Springdale turns out wood-fired pies with craveable toppings like house-cured Italian sausage, Arkansas bacon, and fior di latte, plus housemade pastas and a craft bar to match. Build your own or go signature this week, then pat yourself on the back for choosing local that actually tastes like it.

From the Springdale newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Whether you're craving pristine nigiri or playful rolls that still respect tradition, Meiji Japanese Cuisine delivers innovative,…

3878 N Crossover Rd Ste 8 (Fayetteville)

Whether you're craving pristine nigiri or playful rolls that still respect tradition, Meiji Japanese Cuisine delivers innovative, award-winning Japanese dishes powered by Chef Darwin Hamada Beyer.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, August 7, 2026

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The Odd Soul

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In the mood for a chill night that still feels like a treat? The Odd Soul slings thin-crust and deep-dish pies made with fresh ingredients,…

126 W Emma Ave

In the mood for a chill night that still feels like a treat? The Odd Soul slings thin-crust and deep-dish pies made with fresh ingredients, pairs them with local beer, and keeps things family-friendly, so you can grab a slice, catch up with friends, and call it a perfect midweek win.

From the Springdale newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Gusanos Pizzeria

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Chicago-style pizza joint also serving buffalo and deluxe options, plus salads and beer.

2603 W Pleasant Grove Rd #112 (Rogers)

Chicago-style pizza joint also serving buffalo and deluxe options, plus salads and beer.

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Thai spot dispensing curries, noodles and rice dishes, plus sushi rolls.

1210 W Sunset Ave

Thai spot dispensing curries, noodles and rice dishes, plus sushi rolls.

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Menya Kitakara

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Casual restaurant offering ramen, rice and curry dishes in a clean, modern space.

202 E Emma Ave #102

Casual restaurant offering ramen, rice and curry dishes in a clean, modern space.

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Gaskins on Emma

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Cozy restaurant featuring comfort food such as baked potatoes, ribeye, and shrimp and grits.

100 W Emma Ave #115

Cozy restaurant featuring comfort food such as baked potatoes, ribeye, and shrimp and grits.

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Thai curries, noodles, and fried rice share the menu with sushi at this laid-back eatery.

503 Holcomb St C

Thai curries, noodles, and fried rice share the menu with sushi at this laid-back eatery.

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A menu featuring an array of classic Japanese & Asian fare, specializing in sushi in a modern space.

4276 W Sunset Ave # B

A menu featuring an array of classic Japanese & Asian fare, specializing in sushi in a modern space.

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Bites & Bowls

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Casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, including salads, smoothies, and vegan options.

1602 E Robinson Ave Ste E

Casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, including salads, smoothies, and vegan options.

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Sports bar/chophouse chain serving prime cuts & seafood in an upmarket space with huge TVs.

3492 W Sunset Ave

Sports bar/chophouse chain serving prime cuts & seafood in an upmarket space with huge TVs.

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Pizza joint serving 8-, 10-, 13-, and 15-inch pies, plus sandwiches, spaghetti, and salads.

4275 S Thompson St C

Pizza joint serving 8-, 10-, 13-, and 15-inch pies, plus sandwiches, spaghetti, and salads.

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Casual Japanese eatery offering sushi, ramen, teppanyaki, and bento boxes, plus beer and wine.

1818 N Crossover Rd (Fayetteville)

Casual Japanese eatery offering sushi, ramen, teppanyaki, and bento boxes, plus beer and wine.

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Breakfast spot for pancakes, eggs, french toast and cocktails.

202 E Emma Ave

Breakfast spot for pancakes, eggs, french toast and cocktails.

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The Big Biscuit

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Casual, modern spot for breakfast staples like biscuits and gravy and pancakes, plus lunch options.

2985 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Casual, modern spot for breakfast staples like biscuits and gravy and pancakes, plus lunch options.

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Elegant, relaxed, and welcoming eatery for breakfast and brunch, plus salads, sandwiches, burgers and chicken dishes, plus wines and…

5519 Hackett Rd Ste 101

Elegant, relaxed, and welcoming eatery for breakfast and brunch, plus salads, sandwiches, burgers and chicken dishes, plus wines and cocktails.

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Wingstop

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

637 E Joyce Blvd (Fayetteville)

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

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Pizzeria Ruby

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Family-friendly pizzeria serving pies on-tap beer and wine, along with Italian standards such as calzones and fried chicken.

5519 Hackett St Ste 100

Family-friendly pizzeria serving pies on-tap beer and wine, along with Italian standards such as calzones and fried chicken.

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So Chill Eat

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Comfy restaurant in Tuscany Square serving Asian fare such as sushi, pho, and pad thai, plus boba tea.

2603 W Pleasant Grove Rd #101 (Rogers)

Comfy restaurant in Tuscany Square serving Asian fare such as sushi, pho, and pad thai, plus boba tea.

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Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

1460 E Augustine Ln (Fayetteville)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

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Casual restaurant, burger joint and fast-food eatery serving fried pies and milkshakes.

3976 Elm Springs Rd

Casual restaurant, burger joint and fast-food eatery serving fried pies and milkshakes.

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Spacious, upscale spot turning out hibachi grilled fare & sushi rolls, plus fruity house cocktails.

4096 N Steele Blvd (Fayetteville)

Spacious, upscale spot turning out hibachi grilled fare & sushi rolls, plus fruity house cocktails.

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Pizza eatery offering a variety of crusts for classic pies, plus breadsticks and beer.

1946 N Birch Ave (Fayetteville)

Pizza eatery offering a variety of crusts for classic pies, plus breadsticks and beer.

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Whole Hog Cafe

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Outpost of a local BBQ chain dishing out ribs, brisket & other standards in a laid-back atmosphere.

3009 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Outpost of a local BBQ chain dishing out ribs, brisket & other standards in a laid-back atmosphere.

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Family-friendly eatery serving BBQ staples, including smoked meat dishes, plus sides and pies.

2773 E Mission Blvd (Fayetteville)

Family-friendly eatery serving BBQ staples, including smoked meat dishes, plus sides and pies.

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Long-running pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus sandwiches, beer & wine.

7322 W Sunset Ave Ste A

Long-running pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus sandwiches, beer & wine.

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Casual Mexican restaurant serving tacos and other comfort food in a setting that's good for kids.

660 S Thompson St

Casual Mexican restaurant serving tacos and other comfort food in a setting that's good for kids.

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Local chain serving build-your-own Mexican fare, including tacos, burritos, nachos & rice bowls.

3200 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Local chain serving build-your-own Mexican fare, including tacos, burritos, nachos & rice bowls.

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Casual eatery with a drive through serving up Hawaiian comfort plates and desserts including Dole Whip.

4515 W Sunset Ave

Casual eatery with a drive through serving up Hawaiian comfort plates and desserts including Dole Whip.

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Slim Chickens

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

5240 W Sunset Ave

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

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Casual spot with burgers, mac 'n' cheese and wings on the menu, plus a grassy outdoor area.

188 Pozza Ln

Casual spot with burgers, mac 'n' cheese and wings on the menu, plus a grassy outdoor area.

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Cozy, casual restaurant presenting contemporary takes on American comfort classics.

1466 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Cozy, casual restaurant presenting contemporary takes on American comfort classics.

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Steak 'n Shake

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Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

4074 Mall Ave (Fayetteville)

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

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Casual, family-friendly chain outpost serving a wide-ranging American menu with Southern flair.

1636 S 48th St #5880

Casual, family-friendly chain outpost serving a wide-ranging American menu with Southern flair.

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Casual restaurant serving breakfast, sandwiches, and homemade pies in a kid-friendly setting.

103 Spring St

Casual restaurant serving breakfast, sandwiches, and homemade pies in a kid-friendly setting.

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Longtime mom-&-pop joint supplying Southern-style classics for breakfast & lunch in old-school digs.

1440 W Sunset Ave

Longtime mom-&-pop joint supplying Southern-style classics for breakfast & lunch in old-school digs.

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Tim's Pizza

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Casual, 70s-80s-style pizza parlor serving salads and subs in a down-to-earth setting, along with beer and wine.

1813 E Mission Blvd (Fayetteville)

Casual, 70s-80s-style pizza parlor serving salads and subs in a down-to-earth setting, along with beer and wine.

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Ribs, brisket, pulled pork & more dished up at this casual BBQ joint with a lively, sports-bar vibe.

708 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Ribs, brisket, pulled pork & more dished up at this casual BBQ joint with a lively, sports-bar vibe.

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Chef-inspired breakfast dishes and specialty cocktails are the focus at this easygoing cafe.

5653 Gateway Ave A

Chef-inspired breakfast dishes and specialty cocktails are the focus at this easygoing cafe.

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Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

695 Van Asche Dr (Fayetteville)

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

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Casual, modestly appointed eatery turning out Korean BBQ fare plus sushi & bento boxes.

3223 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Casual, modestly appointed eatery turning out Korean BBQ fare plus sushi & bento boxes.

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Wingstop

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

1415 W Sunset Ave C

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

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Stylish Italian spot with an open kitchen serving wood-fired pizza & housemade pasta with full bar.

2036 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Stylish Italian spot with an open kitchen serving wood-fired pizza & housemade pasta with full bar.

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Casual Thai spot for homestyle dishes such as pad thai and spring rolls, plus vegetarian options.

1975 W Sunset Ave Ste B

Casual Thai spot for homestyle dishes such as pad thai and spring rolls, plus vegetarian options.

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Wood-fired pizzas served in informal, clean surroundings, plus a tap wall for beer and wine.

3959 N Steele Blvd #152 (Fayetteville)

Wood-fired pizzas served in informal, clean surroundings, plus a tap wall for beer and wine.

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Trendy sushi bar with a patio, featuring steaks and noodles, plus hibachi meals cooked at the table.

101 W Johnson Ave # D

Trendy sushi bar with a patio, featuring steaks and noodles, plus hibachi meals cooked at the table.

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Mama Z's Cafe

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Italian comfort food such as spaghetti and meatballs served in a relaxed space.

357 W Henri De Tonti Blvd

Italian comfort food such as spaghetti and meatballs served in a relaxed space.

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Slim Chickens

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

401 S Thompson St

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

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Chain restaurant and bar serving burgers on beef, bison or turkey patties with beers, cocktails and wine.

100 E Joyce Blvd #102 (Fayetteville)

Chain restaurant and bar serving burgers on beef, bison or turkey patties with beers, cocktails and wine.

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Slim Chickens

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

2120 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

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

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

3251 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Pastafina

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Casual, cozy Italian restaurant featuring homemade pasta, alongside a range of entrees.

1045 E Lowell Ave (Cave Springs)

Casual, cozy Italian restaurant featuring homemade pasta, alongside a range of entrees.

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Homey, relaxed eatery with a patio offering classic Italian dishes, including pizza & pasta.

3748 Mall Ave (Fayetteville)

Homey, relaxed eatery with a patio offering classic Italian dishes, including pizza & pasta.

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Casual choice serving breakfast and lunch favorites, including eggs Benedict and giant biscuits, plus mimosas.

1210 J.T.L Pkwy Ste 104

Casual choice serving breakfast and lunch favorites, including eggs Benedict and giant biscuits, plus mimosas.

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Spacious, family- and pet-friendly establishment known for burgers, tacos and beer in casual surrounds.

1332 N Leverett Ave (Fayetteville)

Spacious, family- and pet-friendly establishment known for burgers, tacos and beer in casual surrounds.

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Gusano's Pizza

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Casual pizzeria serving Chicago-style pies sandwiches and salads.

1094 E Henri De Tonti Blvd

Casual pizzeria serving Chicago-style pies sandwiches and salads.

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Burger joint offering cheeseburgers and fries along with fried snacks, milkshakes and pies.

3896 Elm Springs Rd

Burger joint offering cheeseburgers and fries along with fried snacks, milkshakes and pies.

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Whataburger

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Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

4172 Elm Springs Rd

Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

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FUKU

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Casual spot for sushi rolls and other Japanese dishes, plus poke and boba milk tea.

105 S Dixieland Rd (Lowell)

Casual spot for sushi rolls and other Japanese dishes, plus poke and boba milk tea.

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Upbeat restaurant offering Japanese seafood classics plus grilled fare prepared by chefs tableside.

643 Van Asche Dr (Fayetteville)

Upbeat restaurant offering Japanese seafood classics plus grilled fare prepared by chefs tableside.

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Feltner Brothers

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Counter-serve American eatery dishing up burgers, hot dogs, fried chicken & comfort sides.

2768 N College Ave (Fayetteville)

Counter-serve American eatery dishing up burgers, hot dogs, fried chicken & comfort sides.

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Lucky Luke's BBQ

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Laid-back BBQ joint serving hickory-smoked meats & award-winning wings, plus local & craft beers.

1220 Garland Ave #1 (Fayetteville)

Laid-back BBQ joint serving hickory-smoked meats & award-winning wings, plus local & craft beers.

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Relaxed spot dishing out sausages and pretzels alongside German beers and wines.

326 Holcomb St #101

Relaxed spot dishing out sausages and pretzels alongside German beers and wines.

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