Where to Get the Best Burgers in NWA
We asked, you answered—and boy, did you deliver. Our Facebook followers came through with the ultimate burger lineup, and let’s just say NWA knows how to stack a patty. From old-school diners that’ve been flipping beef since your grandparents were dating to food trucks serving up Instagram-worthy creations.
As one of our Facebook followers put it, “Never met a hamburger I didn’t like.” Indeed, very rarely can you go wrong, but, you can most certainly go very, very right!
Get your napkins ready for some greasy fingers and a stray tomato here and there as we countdown our picks for the best burgers in NWA.
Hugo’s
📍25 1/2 N. Block Ave., Fayetteville, AR
This basement based business in Block Avenue boasts of belly-beaming burgers and beer brews.
When your burger joint has been a Fayetteville institution since 1977, you’re doing something right. Hugo’s doesn’t mess around with fancy frills—they’re all about that perfect, no-nonsense burger that hits every single time. The secret? Fresh ingredients, a grill that’s seen more action than a soap opera, and portions that’ll make you question whether you really need dinner later.
They use 100% charbroiled Black angus beef, and each order is served with a side of their homemade fries. You can choose whether you want your third pound patty still mooing, well done, or anything in between.
Have your pick of the Traditional Hamburger, Chili Burger, Bleu Moon (bleu cheese, Chili Burger, and more. There’s even a Nature’s Burger with multigrain patties for the slightly health conscious.
Yankabilly Smokehouse
📍327 E Emma Ave., Springdale (inside Mothership Brewhouse)
Shooey! Kickin’ it at number 2 Yankabilly Smokehouse.
If the name wasn’t fun enough, you’ll love their choices of slow-smoked pork and brisket meals. When you order their pulled pork sandwich, you get an option to stuff it full of extra cheeses, veggies, and sauces. We mean it; their side menu is no joke!
Leave it to a place called “Yankabilly” to perfectly capture the beautiful chaos of NWA’s cultural mashup. This gem brings together the best of barbecue know-how with burger brilliance, creating something that’s part Southern comfort, part Midwest hearty. Their burger game is strong enough to make you forget they’re also slinging some of the region’s best smoked meats—which is saying something around these parts.
Options include melt-in-your-mouth brisket burgers, mac and cheese burgers, and even some banana pudding for that sweet tooth. Share the love with their family meals, and make sure your sandwiches aren’t the only thing that’s stuffed!
Lil Bit of Sugar Food Truck (AKA Burntsugars)
This other delightfully named food truck will satisfy your need for that good ol’ southern soul food. (Even if you didn’t think you needed it!)
Try one of their well-known “Cheeseburger in a Bag” or make it a double! Chicken sandwiches? Of course! Can’t decide between beef or chicken? You don’t have to with their “Heifer and Chick in a Bag”.
If you’re looking for something a lil’ different, why not try something off their Asian fusion menu!
Feltner Brothers
📍2768 N College Ave, Fayetteville
These brothers have been in business for about 15 years serving high quality food to the residents of Fayetteville since 2009.
If there’s anything we like more than 100% fresh beef burgers it’s whimsically named 100% fresh beef burgers.
Some of our favorite examples include the Brobecue, Shroom Swissalaka, and the Chili Ray Cyrus.
Want your burgers delivered? Download the Feltner Brothers app to place orders directly and earn rewards points to save on future burger binges!
Website – Facebook – Instagram
Patrick’s Burgers
📍3976 Elm Springs Rd, Springdale
They’ve been serving people since 1971, which, fun fact, was the same year Hamburger Helper was invented.
Have a taste of family legacy with their old fashioned beef burger they’ve been serving for decades. Get it with a delicious side like fried okra or fried pickles.
Website – Facebook – Instagram
CJ’s Butcher Boy Burgers
📍3484 W Wedington Dr Fayetteville
When “butcher” is literally in the name, you know they’re serious about their meat game. CJ’s brings that old-school butcher shop quality to every patty. Get a third pounder or even a two-thirds pounder if you’re really hungry!
Art’s Place
📍2530 N College Ave. Fayetteville
This bar and grill is one of Fayetteville’s most well-known dive bars in Fayetteville. Play a game of pool, get to know people, and sink your teeth into a delectable burger.
Order one of Art’s Hog Burgers with ground bacon and onions or order the one with double pepper jack. Their Chili Cheeseburger comes with Art’s Homemade Chili. Yummm!.
Angus Jack’s
📍2638 W Sunset Ave, Springdale
With a name like Angus Jack’s, they’re basically promising you quality beef from the get-go.
They’re kind of a “jack of all trades” when it comes to burgers (and their names!). They have the Original Jack, Black Jack, Snack Jack, Pajama Jack, Haystack Jack, Aloha Jack, Slap Jack, Cactus Jack, PB&Jack and more.
They are a gluten-free kitchen that also serves black bean burgers.
They even have “José (Jack’s Southern Cousin)” which has pico de gallo on a flat grilled tortilla.
Their best-seller is the Razorback Jack with double patties, bacon, cheese, and your choice of sauce and “garden,” or vegetables.
Parkside Public
Their burger menu is only one part of their extensive offerings. They have 16 different burger options including the given – hamburger and cheeseburger. They’ve got burgers with coleslaw, Jamaican sauce, and one with crunchy peanut butter and banana. The last one apparently being their take on an Elvis favorite. Intriguing!
They also have the most extensive add-ons menu on this list as well as gluten-free bun, veggie, turkey, and chicken patty options.
Smitty’s Garage Burgers and Beer
📍100 East Joyce Boulevard, Fayetteville
When three guys sit down together with the desire to serve the best burgers and fries, a project like The Garage is born.
Their burger options include: Mushroom Swiss, Bacon Avocado Ranch, Spicy Sriracha Bleu, Sweet Oklahoma, The Kitchen Sink (appetizing!), Egg O Nater, The Big (ominous!), and the people’s champion – The Sticky Finger.
Order online or through the Smitty Garage app. Their loyalty program also offers great deals and savings for when you inevitably return.
Mellow Moose Burgers
📍825 S Mt Olive, Siloam Springs
Satisfy that “hangry” side with one of their Moose Cheeseburgers. Looking for something a little different? Try their Bleu Sky Burger with blue cheese crumbles. On a spice kick? Get their Burn, Burn, Burger with their smokeshow sauce and grilled peppers.
They also have a Return of the Schmac Burger with “schmac sauce”. Not really sure what that is, but hopefully it doesn’t involve getting smacked by a moose. Maybe try it with a side of Moose fries.
(Disclaimer: None of the food listed is actually made of moose. Just to be clear.)
Website – Facebook – Instagram
The Big Lieutenant
📍600 SW 41st Street Suite 8 Bentonville
This is “Your Neighborhood Gathering Place” that welcomes all people! This all-purpose restaurant is named after a really tall Air Force pilot grandfather of one of the owners.
While their menu is diverse and isn’t only patty-focused, their Big Lieutenant Burger will have you standing at attention. Crafted by a sandwich connoisseur, this burger is comprised of a double smash patty, caramelized onions, cheese, dijonnaise, bread and butter pickles, and a side of fries. Got a kid that’s 12 or under? They can get in on their single patty burger.
Need some entertainment while eating? They’ve got you there too, with three TVs at their bar for all your sports-viewing needs!
Morano’s
📍2179 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fayetteville
Last, but certainly not the least on our list, is a bar and grill that offers more than just a delicious burger. Fancy some billiards or darts? Morano’s is home to the Nwada Dart League. They also partner with Blues Therapy on Wednesdays for those who need a burger and a sympathetic ear. A bit of a songbird? They’ve got open mic night every Sunday from 8:30 pm.
Their “Best Cheeseburger in Fayetteville” is what they are known for. Other burgers include their Creamy Jalapeno Burger, Mad Mushroom and Swiss Burger, and The Big Mofo for those who are health averse.
Not a meat eater? No problem. For $2 extra, you can substitute your regular beef patty for a Black Bean Veggie patty. Nothing but a meat eater? You can order double meat for the same price!
