7 Best Italian Restaurants near Bentonville

“Tavola Trattoria, Bentonville. This Bentonville institution had been praised by practically everyone we’d met when we asked for great food recommendations on our recent stay, so we had to pay it a visit. Tavola serves hearty, authentic Italian and Mediterranean fare. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and our server Emily was a wonderful host. We started with a bottle of Fontella Chianti, to enjoy with the complimentary focaccia, and shortly after ordering, the antipasti arrived; Calamarello, a fritto misto style dish of fried squid, prawns, aubergine and courgette, and an Insalata Colorata, with kale, baby spinach, red gem lettuce, carrots, fennel, and a herbed lemon vinaigrette topped with creamy Burrata. And the main courses were also outstanding; The Westlake Stromboli, was an incredible crab, shrimp, basil pesto, parmesan & mozzarella rolled pizza, and the Ravioli Tavola was stuffed with blue crab meat on house parmesan cream drizzled with roasted red bell pepper sauce- a superb pasta dish. Tavola Trattoria absolutely hit the spot, and is a must-visit for anyone looking for tasty, traditional Italian food prioritising local, fresh produce and quality ingredients.“

“Mezzaluna is on my short list of favorite restaurants in NWA. You can tell there’s a lot of love in what they do, from the menu specials to intentional and warm hospitality. I usually am loyal to the rigatoni, (have yet to taste a better rigatoni dish in my travels)… but I tried my friend’s chicken lasagna here the other night and was really impressed. Don’t sleep on the gelato menu either! So good and beautifully presented.“

“We had our post-elopement dinner at Sestina and the staff treated us like royalty. Would absolutely recommend for special occasions or a night out in Downtown Bentonville. Highly recommend the risotto, grilled asparagus, and gelato. Thanks again!!“

“We had K’Zolis cater two weddings for us. This food truck was absolutely amazing. Fresh, homemade food and the service was impeccable.“

“Amazing little find and incredible food! Very friendly staff. Looking forward to jazz nights.“

“10 out of 10 experience staff is amazing Food is great. It’s like an oasis for all shape sizes people and age“

“I'm a fan! The Alfredo was amazing, pizza is on point. Them covered in butter knots Wow! I can't wait to try other dishes you offer. From wraps to lasagna. We will be back for more.“