25 Essential Benton Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Benton.
Verona Italian Restaurant
Arkansas
Hearty pastas & generous desserts presented in a wood-paneled cabin with an unfussy interior.
Eat My Catfish
Arkansas
an everyday essential table known for disciplined seafood restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 85.8.
Newk's Eatery
Arkansas
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Wood Grill Buffet
Benton, Arkansas
Casual, long-running chain offering a menu of steak, chicken & seafood, plus hot & cold buffets.
Taco Bueno
Benton, Arkansas
Counter-serve Mexican chain offering tacos, burritos & quesadillas plus a serve-yourself salsa bar.
Hideaway Pizza
Benton, Arkansas
Local chain featuring build-your-own pies, a variety of Italian fare & a kids' menu.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Benton, Arkansas
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Lost Pizza Co. Benton
Benton, Arkansas
Laid-back eatery with quirky decor offering pizza, pasta & subs, plus wings & other appetizers.
Blue Heaven Restaurant & Bar
Benton, Arkansas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Sonic Drive-In
Benton, Arkansas
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
Waffle House
Benton, Arkansas
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Dan's I-30 Diner
Benton, Arkansas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.
Chepe's Mexican Grill
Benton, Arkansas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Rock N Roll Sushi
Benton, Arkansas
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Salem Dairy Bar
Benton, Arkansas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Benton, Arkansas
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Sonic Drive-In
Benton, Arkansas
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
IHOP
Benton, Arkansas
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Great Khan Mongolian stir-fry and Sushi
Benton, Arkansas
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Panda Express
Benton, Arkansas
Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options.
Tacos 4 Life
Benton, Arkansas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
KFC
Benton, Arkansas
Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.
Pasta J
Benton, Arkansas
Casual Italian restaurant & pizzeria serving signature pies, classic pastas & garlic bread.
RibCrib BBQ
Benton, Arkansas
Barbecue chain dishing up ribs, brisket, sandwiches & sides in a laid-back setting.
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
Benton, Arkansas
Chain eatery serving up fried chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches & other American comfort food.