Best BBQ Restaurants in Bentonville, AR (2026): 9 Ranked by Reviews

Smokin' Joe's Ribhouse is the most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 1,835 Google reviews and a 4.3-star average. Google describes it as bBQ joint doling out staples such as ribs & pulled pork, plus burgers, sandwiches & classic sides. It is moderately priced and closed Sunday, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “This was a wonderful delight! 1st ..the waitress was a lovely young lady, who was so polite and returned frequently. (Love that) 2nd..the food was absolutely delicious! HUGE portions!”

2504 E Central Ave, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Wright's Barbecue Bentonville Square is the second-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 1,122 Google reviews and a 4.7-star average. Google describes it as brisket, ribs & pulled pork plates are showcased at this casual counter-serve with outdoor seating. It is moderately priced and closed Sunday, located in Bentonville. One 4-star reviewer wrote: “We came here for dinner from a recommendation from a local after a long day of bike riding. It is very small inside but there is lots of seating outside.”

208 NE 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Smokewood American Grill is the third-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 896 Google reviews and a 4.5-star average. It is moderately priced and open seven days a week, located in Bentonville. One 4-star reviewer wrote: “Aaron took good care of us at Smokewood! We had time for a sit-down lunch due to flight delays, and we'd recommend this place if you are in a similar situation at the XNA airport. Good food and good service.”

1 Airport Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72713, USA

Gold Town Sushi & Korean BBQ is the fourth-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 863 Google reviews and a 4.3-star average. Google describes it as counter-serve eatery offering Japanese & Korean staples like sushi, bento boxes & bibimbap. It is moderately priced and closed Tuesday, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “Great family restaurant. Our staple place for sushi. Spider roll is the best. The rice in their sushi is rice good, not compact but delicious.”

1100 SE 14th St, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Chick'n Headz is the fifth-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 692 Google reviews and a 4.7-star average. It is moderately priced and closed Monday, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “We’re from Fort Worth, TX and happened to pass by this place while we were in the area and decided to give it a try, and I’m SO glad we did!”

201 SW 14th St #107, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Beach BBQ is the sixth-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 619 Google reviews and a 4.6-star average. It is moderately priced and open seven days a week, located in Bentonville. One 4-star reviewer wrote: “My mom was craving BBQ so we decided to give this place a try!! The pork was so tender but the cole slaw was not my favorite and the BBQ sauce was runny!”

1080 SE 14th St, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Brothers Meethouse is the seventh-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 264 Google reviews and a 4.2-star average. It is moderately priced and closed Tuesday, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “The best wings ever. They are not fried dry, they are smoked. The soup is excellent and there are pool tables. Great for a team after work drinks.”

405 SE 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

The Bend NWA is the eighth-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 131 Google reviews and a 4.5-star average. It is moderately priced and open seven days a week, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “Great little chilled spot for an after work beer or an afternoon out with family. Photos from other reviews don’t do it justice, there’s tons of space for kids to run around, games (connect 4, giant blocks, soccer…”

3604 NW Frontage Rd Ste 8, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA

Wright's Barbecue Bentonville at Walmart Campus is the ninth-most-reviewed BBQ joint in Bentonville, with 110 Google reviews and a 4.7-star average. It is moderately priced and closed Sunday, located in Bentonville. One 5-star reviewer wrote: “Surprised that for most of our visit we were the only people here. The food is awesome! We tried the BBQ nachos with chicken, a smoked chicken sandwich, and the loaded Mac and cheese with pulled pork.”

1410 SE 8th St #14, Bentonville, AR 72712, USA