The Preacher's Son

One of the coolest restaurants I have ever been in. An old refurbished church, I honestly just would have been happy sitting in a chair hanging out there. But the food was also great. Squash fritters with whipped feta were special. Wild boar fettuccine was a solid 4 out of 5, a little heavy. The swiss roll and pecan ice cream were wonderful. Would recommend, wonderful overall experience.

Went for dinner. The restaurant is beautiful. Staff is the best. Had the croquettes for appetizer. They were delicious and so flavorful. For my main dish I had the NY strip with the crispy potatoes. The steak was cooked perfectly and was tender. The potatoes were crispy but could have used some seasoning. Overall would it was very good would go again.

We decided to spend a long weekend in Bentonville and this is one of the many restaurants we decided to check out. We really enjoyed eating here. We loved everything about this restaurant. When you first walk in you will be impressed by how unique it looks as it used to be an old church. The staff here are hospitable and very knowledgably about the cuisine they are serving. The food is of top notch quality and cooked to perfection. Overall, we are really happy with our experience and plan to come back. Also, we didn't know they have a Speak Easy in the basement, along with a bar upstairs. We ended the night with a few mixed drinks and left knowing it was money well spent.

This is a very cool location and a beautiful place for a dinner. The staff was incredible. Just the right amount of paying attention and leaving us alone. The cocktails were nice, creative and tasty. The menu seems limited. Mostly very safe bets. All was good but nothing blew us away. At this level we come to expect that at least one thing will really stand out. Don't get me wrong here, nothing was bad. The restaurant is a refurbished church so it's a very unique look and the furniture is beautiful.

A place for a special occasion, an incredible building from a old church remodeled, or more like completely redesigned and reconstructed with significant structural support beams but nicely done inside and service and food that is as incredible as the structure. From the permento croquettes, to the peaches with yogurt and prosciutto, to the Bruschetta. The blackened Maui a little small but prepared perfectly and on a bed of really nice corn like chowder. The cheese gnocchi was the most light fluffy full of flavor the ribeye a little expensive but very good. I’d personally prefer filet. But the desserts worth the wait. Passion fruit pie which is like cheesecake or key lime pie. The mint ice cream wow, expensive but worth it birthday dinner for my daughter and one to not forget

So delicious, great dish presentation. Loved the decor and friendly service. Portions are rather small so you’ll need to order more to feel full.

Incredible, can not wait to go again! Nothing we tried was less than stellar. Cocktail and mocktail were lovely. Tuna tostada and peaches with pepper yogurt and ham-fantastic. Amazing strawberry Gorgonzola salad, great blackened mahi mahi and green curry with fried tofu from heaven. I will dream of the green curry until I get to have it again…

I want to start my review by saying the interior of this restaurant was absolutely beautiful as was the stained glass windows. The only reason I didn’t give this place 5 stars is because my dish took 30 mins to come out, It was only me & I ordered only 1 thing. Moving on to service, I sat at the bar and my bar tender for the night was Kelly. She was awesome. Super attentive, great at holding conversation, and even offered a drink on her for the long wait. Overall, the food was delicious and the drinks were amazing. To top it all off the wait staff was so kind to let us take umbrellas out of the restaurant so we could get into our cars (mostly dry) as long as we brought them back.

Such a cool building. Service is great from everyone. Food was delicious. Appetizers both wonderful: burrata and tuna tostada. Chicken was tasty if a bit too large. Monkfish was excellent. Perfect for a posh meal out!

Fun ambiance set in a church. bit pricey for portion size vs flavours Basement is a speakeasy tho!

Great place to eat in Bentonville Arkansas Great atmosphere old Church originally. Best I can do

We made reservations for my best friend's birthday at her request and I'm so glad we did. Everything about this restaurant is so well thought out. We started our night in the speakeasy downstairs. The drinks were spectacular and I'd highly recommend arriving early just for this experience. You can always take your cocktails to your table. The environment is outstanding. It's a beautiful old church with so many details. The food matches the aesthetic. It's thoughtful, beautiful and incredibly tasty. Just look at the food! I would highly recommend.

Excellent. Love the location and ambiance. Delicious drinks with wine and whiskey drinks. Dinner was amazing! You can't go wrong. We did the pasta, shrimp & grits and oysters. Highly recommend.

What an excellent meal . We were able to get a table at 9 pm since pretty much everything else was booked up . This is a beautifully restored church with stained glass windows , high ceiling and some beautiful art on the walls. Our server was helpful and made some excellent recommendations about food and local spots for later . Drinks were subtle and complex . The salad was amazing !! Crisp fresh and really helped with my veggie cravings. The broth from the mussels was so good that I wanted to drink it from the bowl . Chicken was delicious. All in all a great meal . If you can't get a reservation they have a roof top bar and a speakeasy in the basement with a limited menu .

Perfect dinner spot on a night out providing a fancy intimate ambiance and food with fine ingredients! SERVICE: 4.5/5 We arrived for dinner without a reservation, and unfortunately, they didn't have a table. However, they did have a couple of open seats at the bar, so we decided to sit there. The service was great; our bartender took our orders and ensured we were satisfied with our drinks and food. The staff's attentiveness and professionalism turned our evening around. FOOD/DRINKS: 4/5 * Croquettes: 4.5/5 Perfectly fried potato balls with pimento cheese filling! A great appetizer to start with, and I definitely recommend it! I also overheard our waitress/bartender suggest this dish to another group next to us. The crispy exterior paired excellently with the creamy, flavorful filling, making it an irresistible starter that sets the tone for the rest of the meal. * Wester Ross Salmon: 5/5 As a salmon lover myself, this is one of the best salmon dishes I have tasted. It was juicy, soft, and fresh. The mix with the lentils, celery root, crispy shallots, and salsa verde complemented each other and provided different textures and tastes. Each bite was a delightful symphony of flavors, showcasing the chef's expertise in combining ingredients to create a memorable dish. * Sweater Weather: 3.5/5 I am typically not a big fan of woody spicy aroma, but I decided to try this drink out and would say it's not favorite. While not to my personal preference, this drink may appeal to those who enjoy a more robust, aromatic flavor profile. * Royal Cider: 4/5 This drink is more on the sour side compared to sweet. It has Crown Royal, Averna, apple cider, honey, lime, and bitters. A refreshing blend of flavors that tantalize the palate, perfect for those who appreciate a well-balanced cocktail with a hint of tartness. AMBIANCE: 5/5 Amazing ambiance! The interior decor is simple, clean, and the stained glass windows provide a church-like feel. There are limited tables, but it gives an intimate feeling with small groups or with your partner. The ambiance elevates the dining experience, transporting guests to a tranquil oasis where they can unwind and savor each moment spent in the company of loved ones. PARKING: 5/5 There is plenty of parking in the nearby lot, in addition to street parking. ADVICE: * I suggest making reservations so you don't have to wait for a table or get bar seating. * Check out the underground bar called Undercroft. It has an extended cocktail, wine, and beer menu. A great spot for sitting down and chilling with your friends while you sip on your drinks. Explore the hidden gem of Undercroft for an unforgettable evening filled with enticing libations and lively conversation.

A place for a special occasion, an incredible building from a old church remodeled, or more like completely redesigned and reconstructed with significant structural support beams but nicely done inside and service and food that is as incredible as the structure. From the permento croquettes, to the peaches with yogurt and prosciutto, to the Bruschetta. The blackened Maui a little small but prepared perfectly and on a bed of really nice corn like chowder. The cheese gnocchi was the most light fluffy full of flavor the ribeye a little expensive but very good. I'd personally prefer filet. But the desserts worth the wait. Passion fruit pie which is like cheesecake or key lime pie. The mint ice cream wow, expensive but worth it birthday dinner for my daughter and one to not forget

Great menu, service, food, and ambience. Checked all the boxes. We enjoyed their ribeye steak for two with potatoes and Brussels sprouts. We also had their oysters which were excellent, along with the Caesar salad. Their downstairs bar is also amazing. Highly recommend if you only have one night in town.

You could say this spot has a lot of soul. Or you might say the food is heavenly. Either way you call it, you won't be disappointed by Preacher's Son. I was in town on business and my colleague recommended this spot to us for a team dinner. My oh my, what a great place to have an intimate dinner and dine in with great atmosphere. You'll want to plan ahead and make reservations. It wasn't too busy on a Wednesday evening however is started picking up. The plates are hearty and flavorful. I ordered the pasta and it was just perfect, and large chunks of pork bolognese meat. The croquettes were sinfully good. I really enjoyed this restaurant and would recommend to anyone looking for a nice place to eat. Will have to check out the speakeasy next time.

Pretty good food and interesting history of being a church prior to the conversion. Good wine choices that are fair value. Big fan of their Pinot from Williamette and Bordeaux from St. Emillion. Steak was well aged and cooked to the right temp. Pasta were a bit harder than Al Dante but personal preference. Branzino was perfectly cooked as well. Good size of appetizers that were delicious. Highly recommend.

Perfect date night! We went for my birthday and split the steak dinner for two and it was perfect! The flavor paired wonderfully together and the perfect amount of food for two! The steak was perfectly cooked with some flavorful butter on top. And the potato pave were beautiful crunchy potato stacks that paired great with the steak. And the best brussel sprouts ever! We followed the dinner with the bar below called undercroft and highly recommend!

We will absolutely be back soon! We have been wanting to try this place for ages and finally made it happen this week. The space is lovely, the parking is easy, the service is attentive but not intrusive, and all of that is BEFORE the food, which is fantastic. We shared the croquettes, my son had a Caesar salad, my husband the tomato starter which he raved about. For entrees, I went with the three-cheese gnocchi, my son had the mussels, and my husband had the chicken - we all shared a bit and were impressed with each other's meals and happy with our own. Can't wait to return when we are in town next!

First the setting in an old church, it has a bell tower that no longer works but they have filled it with bells! The food is outstanding and the service is great. The server can give you a history of the church and how it was transformed and after dinner you can go down to the bar downstairs for another awesome experience.

We were in town for a relative's wedding and then decided to just stay in the area for a few more days to celebrate our anniversary. When looking for a place to get dinner, we found the Preacher's son to be fantastic. The restaurant is unique as it was a former church. The building is beautiful and is easy to find and has sufficient parking. Our server, Aaron was excellent. Gave us some good ideas for things to do and his recommendations for dinner were on point. The scallop crudo was refreshing, the steak for two was what we in Hawaii would call "ono" or simply delicious! The passion fruit pie was a perfect end for a great meal. Definitely would come back if we were in the area.

Overall score 3.7 out of 5 I had multiple dishes over all the food was pretty good not as flavorful as I would've expected. Staff was very friendly and the ambience was super. Super neat with the interior design. I feel like for this type of town. This is still a pretty solid spot to go to due to the circumstances.

Best meal in Bentonville. Better than most meals I have in New York City. Service was beyond excellent. The ambience of the restaurant is so unique -- being a former church, now decked out with mid-century modern furniture and contemporary art.

Unexpected surprise! Made reservations on a whim, went with very little knowledge of what we were getting into. The building & furniture itself is epic. The decor is well thought out. The staff did a good job tending to us. They request for you to order drinks, then all the food at one time. We ordered buratta as an appetizer. It came all in one piece, almost like avocado toast & was served cold. Overall, it was fine. The entrees tho!!! We ordered rigatoni & the spare rib to split & were blown away! The rigatoni was creamy, rich & decadent. The mozzarella paired perfectly with the bolognese. The spare rib, OH. MY!!! Buttery, tender & fell apart on the fork! It came with potatoes & leeks confit that were the perfect combo of meat & potatoes. HAS to be the best bite in Bentonville! We will be back on our next visit!

When you walk up to and through the entrance, you know you are on a special place. We always treat our out of town to the specialty cocktail. Thisvis always a home run for entertaining.

Outstanding seasonal Southern cuisine in a converted church with an exterior out of a storybook. Inside, you'll encounter fantastic hospitality with attuned, accommodating service. The highlight here is a focused menu where the delectable appetizers are offered at effectively the same completely reasonable prices as you'd find at an elevated American dining concept or gastropub. The entrees are substantial however not as much of a deal as the appetizers, as others have noted. The OGB, consisting of orange juice, ginger, balsamic vinegar, and soda water, was the most delicious mocktail I've ever had. Deliciousness was a theme through the meal where we enjoyed peaches and cream, fried green tomatoes, and the savory crepe, before splitting the half chicken, the chickpea curry, and mahi mahi. This was probably too much food for two people, but we enjoyed every mouthful. Every detail was perfect.

I had a great experience at the Preachers Son! I sat at the bar and was served by Gabbie. I told her I liked old fashioned and she recommended the Pistachio Old Fashioned! I have a high bar and it did not disappoint. She shared they use a pistachio oil Mixed with bourbon and let it sit in a cask. Very tasty!! I got the Caesar salad to start and it was incredible. The portion size was huge and big crispy lettuce with sprinkled croutons. Also a home made Caesar dressing. For dinner, I decided on the salmon. Not my usual go to at a restaurant, but it didn't disappoint. It came with a sauce that was fantastic and sides of couscous and a vegetable I can't remember. I basically turned it into a bowl to maximize the flavors and throughly enjoyed. They didn't have a Cappuccino for dessert so I got a coffee. The ambiance inside was quiet and simple. I'm not sure the inside would impress a guest, but the food certainly made up for it. I peaked in the speak easy and it was very elegant. I'll try that next time!

Definitely a place to visit in Bentonville! This is an old church turned restaurant. Seating is limited, so be sure to make a reservation before you go. Our waiter was so friendly and attentive. Mussels and branzino were sooo good!

Had a fabulous dinner here. Staff was attentive but not smothering, very knowledgeable about dishes. Dining room was beautiful and not stuffed with tables like so many places. Definitely looking forward to coming back. We did the ribeye for 2. It was beautifully cooked and the potatoes and brussel sprouts complimented perfectly.

I am moved to speak out. At best 2 stars all categories. As follows: Welcome: mechanical. Server: perfunctory and unfriendly. Noise level: despite some attempts to dampen sound In re-purposed church, the ambient noise was deafening; you had to shout to be heard at our table; and everyone else in the room was shouting: food: pretentious and indifferent - a roast chicken, tough and floating in butter and a gnocchi like baby marshmallows in cheese sauce. Place paled in comparison with two excellent dinners in other restaurants in Bentonville. Diners, beware: the Parson's Son is a long way from the divine.

Can I give 6 stars? Food, atmosphere, drinks and service rival the best establishments in any major city in the world, but without the crowds. Do not miss.

My partner and I had a wonderful dinner at The Preacher's Son last night. I thoroughly enjoyed the pistachio old fashioned, gem lettuce salad, bucatini special, and Swiss roll cake. Our server was a little quirky, but attentive. The Transcendental-style painting above the bar and the faux modern stained glass windows were nice. I highly recommend The Preacher's Son.

I really enjoyed the food here. A unique atmosphere being in an old church. The service was great and I highly recommend!

Returning for the 3rd time on our 3rd wedding anniversary because this is where I proposed. The food, the atmosphere, the service; all amazing, just like the night I proposed. The food is prepared hot and fresh to order. The service is prompt and courteous without being disruptive. Daniel was a GREAT waiter. He was available often, made appropriate suggestions, answered our questions about the menu in terms we could understand, AND brought a special treat to our table to help us celebrate our special night. If you are looking for a uniquely exquisite menu and a wonderful dining experience, I highly recommend The Preacher's Son. The experience is worth the cost.

Have you ever been to Bentonville, AR? It is the mountain bike capital of the world! This is my third trip to Bentonville but it's my FIRST time at The Preacher's Son restaurant! The building is BEAUTIFUL! We each had different entrees, branzino (fish), half chicken, pork chop, and pork rigatoni. I'll be honest, I got out ordered.... I had the rigatoni but I ate some of the fish and it was WAY better (in my opinion). I'll know better next time. So if you're in Bentonville, head on over to the church for dinner and give The Preacher's Son a try. I think you'll be glad you did!

Such a beautiful restaurant! I came with co workers and had a party of 12. They could not sit us together but was able to do a table of 8 and 4. The inside is pretty small so they can't fit a large number of guests. The ambience is beautiful! There is a bar downstairs where the bathroom is. It looks like a speakeasy. I also heard they have a rooftop so make sure to check that out. I really enjoyed the mussel entree but the sauce was a bit disappointing. They did not have saffron it in :( The burrata was delicious!

I will start with our food and service was fantastic. Been here a couple times now and the food is always great and consistent. My complaint is with the entrance and proximity to dining tables in the winter. We ended up seated at the 4-top table closest to the door on a 24 degree evening. Every 5-10 mins when the door opened for someone to enter or exit, we were stuck in the cold as well. Our hot dishes didn't even stay warm from the cold air drafting in! A curtain - or something! - between the entrance and the hostess stand would be greatly appreciated here when dining in cold weather. I don't want to eat indoors only to feel like I'm dining outdoors in winter! I can't imagine we were the only table feeling this too. My family's toes felt numb by the time we left this constant draft was so cold! Also want to note that we had a reservation. Would be more understanding and forgiving if we were walk-ins seated at this table, but we made a reservation 2 weeks ago. Overall, again, food and service are great, they could just use some help on logistics to battle the cold weather.

The food was very good. What was a bit unusual was the variance in portion sizes for thee entree's. We had the 1/2 chicken, salmon, shrimp and gnocchi entrees. The half chicken was about the size of a whole chicken and converted the entire plate. Not one but of the accompaniments were peaking out from beneath as it sat on top. The gnocchi entree was a suitable entree portion. The two seafood offerings were very meager, definitely more like an appetizer. The salmon was a small probably 4 Oz portion. It was strange. I don't believe I've ever noticed this at a restaurant before where there were such huge differences. I must say that the compressed apple salad was okay incredible, lots of flavors coming together perfectly. Heaven!

Every time we are in town this is one of our favorite places to stop in, unfortunately last night was a let down. We usually always order the whole branzino fish with the frill sauce which is absolutely amazing. However last night when we went we saw they had changed it to a "taco style" branzino. We were hesitant to get it but my wife decided to try it. The fish came out with hard taco shells and the toppings. I'm not sure what they are going for but it wasn't very good and messy as well. they need to go back to the original with the dill sauce and asparagus.

Service was great, but we ordered the shareable ribeye, and we are 100% convinced it was not a ribeye. Chef insisted it was a ribeye, but it definitely was not. The branzino was excellent.

great atmosphere great service amazing food! a friend and i stopped in here one evening and i've been dreaming of it ever since!!

Amazing food and service! Don't skip the vegetable appetizers! Save room for the passion fruit/key lime pie!

This place was awesome. My boyfriend and I came for an anniversary dinner. The venue is absolutely stunning (an old church) and the service was so good. We got drinks with dinner and were so impressed! I wish I could remember the names of the drinks, but he got something similar to an old fashioned and I got a pear bubbly cocktail drink. We both got the mahi mahi for entrees and it was the perfect portion and tasted delicious. The prices were reasonable for what we were getting. The menu is not super expansive, so do keep that in mind. We would absolutely come back and I 100% recommend this for date nights or taking guests from out of town.

We had a great dinner at the preacher's son. Be sure to stop by their speakeasy style bar before or after for a drink! Reservations are a must - they were booked for everything but the bar the night we were there. The building is a former church, and the windows are beautiful! We were seated quickly and the server pointed out some highlights. The croquettes and beet salad were both good, but the highlight was the surf and turf. It was cooked perfectly and delicious! Would definitely recommend it. Definitely worth a stop in Bentonville!

Stunning space and beautifully designed furnishings and layout! Huge shoutout to our waiter Fabio who was an excellent listener, completely on-point, and didn't miss a beat. Knocking off 1 star because acoustics made it hard to hear one another, and I thought prices were a bit steep, but otherwise excellent staff & great food in an unconventionally gorgeous space!

The Preacher's Son never disappoints! Our party of three shared the potato and pimento cheese croquettes and the burrata appetizers. Both were excellent! For main course, I had the roasted branzino served "taco style" which was amazing! Top 3 pieces of fish I've ever had. Finished it off by sharing two desserts (we couldn't choose one!) - a Swiss cake roll and a key lime style tart made with passion fruit and lime. Both devine! Looking forward to my next visit!

Came here with some friends on a Friday night. Service was great, our server was present and super knowledgeable. He even remembered my friend who had been there some months prior! The place was lovely and packed! I was seated ahead of our reservation which was nice. I had the bolognese and it was DELICIOUS.

Reservations were full so we ate at the bar. Food was great. I had the short rib. The sauce on the plate was delicious.

Amazing food and service. One recommendation for the business though is to fix the kitchen door. One of the squeakiest doors I've ever heard. You at least know when the food it coming.

Incredible food from the appetizer to the entrees and the banana ice cream was heavenly. The old church architecture also provided such a unique but beautiful space.

I briefly saw the reviews on this place before I drove over for dinner. When I arrived I had to do a double take. This restaurant is actually a revitalized church! I couldn't believe my eyes. When I was walking up to the restaurant I was hoping there were seats at the bar. I grabbed a seat and was in such awe. The atmosphere is amazing, service is great and the food is..... AMAZING! I washed the bartender what was good and he recommended the Pork Chop. I was hesitant as to order it as I'm not a huge pork fan, but he reassured me that it was the most popular. It was the best pork chop I've ever had. The sauce was amazing and the asparagus was a great accommodating side. I can't wait to come back here with my colleagues!

Superb food, service, ambience Roses are red Violets are blue Just made my post longer So you'd see what a great place preachers son is

Every time that I have been here, the Chef has done a wonderful job on presentation, and taste. Recently took my brother here, and the Spaghetti and Meatball special was insanely good. Great job!

Wow, wow, wow!! In Bentonville (aka Wally World) and just had the most amazing meal. The staff are fantastic from the great bartender to especially our waiter Fabio from Rome! What an unexpected star meal at what was once a beautiful church in downtown Bentonville. We started with a dozen fresh (flown in several times a week) oysters, and I mean really fresh! We also had the charcuterie board that was stacked with three different Italian meats and two delicious cheeses, fabulous! For mains, there were so many great options that we chose to share a few including the branzino (de-boned and simply grilled), the pork chop (omg so good) and the bolognese. All three were just great! If your in town, grab a reservation here, you will be so happy you did!

A favorite date night! Porkchop and grits are always a good idea. Salmon and lentils are my second favorite. Bananas foster if you save room.