Hawthornes

"Hawthornes, which doubles as a bottle shop, offers those waiting for a table a cozy nook by the fireplace complete with couches to give it a ski lodge vibe." - Ernest Owens, Sarah Maiellano

"If there’s one thing Hawthornes does well, it’s breaking outside the box when it comes to casual brunch classics. Its crab cake eggs benedict is a brunch lover’s dream, made with lump crab meat, hollandaise, and chipotle aioli, and served with a side of crispy potatoes" - George Banks-Weston

"In a pandemic-era pivot, the team behind Hawthornes debuted a new takeout window at the same address this month. Along with traditional all-day cafe offerings like soup, baked goods, and wine, diners can add bourbon, amaro, or scotch to their coffee for hair of the dog relief hidden in a cup. Brunch bites on the daily menu include a hummus bagel sandwich and a range of eggy breakfast sandwiches. Order pickup online or saddle up to its outdoor setup." - Jillian Wilson

"Despite its reputation as an all-day beer cafe, Hawthornes in Bella Vista stocks hundreds of wines that don’t typically show up at state stores — and you can even order them straight to your door via the shop’s Quicksip Delivery service. If you’re dining in, you’ll find a hearty food menu that pairs well with wine, from zesty pizzas to savory plates like salmon risotto and an Italian sausage board." - Carolyn Desalu, Noelle Allen

"Hawthornes and its pandemic-era addition Pivot Coffee sends out a pizza bundle ($40) stocked with a cheese pizza, eight-piece order of wings, and big house salad, along with a la carte game day options, for day-of pickup until 4 p.m. And for $10 per person, customers can snag a game day seat under its giant new tent while ordering wings, loaded tots, and $5 Tired Hands Gulpie pints." - Tierney Plumb