Petit Bistro

This place is so charming! Great for a quiet, cozy nice dinner for a date night. It's fairly small and we loved the atmosphere and the friendly staff had us well taken care of. The same gentleman who greeted us was our server and from what I could tell very efficiently and kindly took care of the restaurant's patrons this particular evening. I went with the Chateaubriand Shitake Pasta. Quite tasty! I am a bleu cheese lover but my one critique is that I don't think the flavor goes great with the otherwise wonderful ingredients to this dish. We had a truly great experience here and I'd love to come back and try more of their menu.

It was our first time here, and Petit Bistro exceeded our expectations! The food was delicious and full of flavor, and the service was excellent from start to finish. They have a great wine list, and Jason helped us choose the perfect wine to pair with our food. Highly recommended! 🍷✨

We had for starter the grilled Brie and a seared tuna salad. Both were delicious. The Brie had local honey and I love to see businesses use local products. For the main course we opted for the surf and turf. The shrimp and scallops were cooked to perfection. In my opinion, they were as good as many 4 and 5 star restaurants I have eaten at. The steak was cooked medium rare and tasted amazing just like the roasted veggies. This restaurant is a must when visiting Bentonville!

There were 4 adults in our party, each ordering a different entree. We all tried each others and all agreed the food was excellent. We asked to speak to Jeremy the chef and told him of our immense pleasure in all that he cooked. One of the owners, Jason, greeted us upon arrival and made our dining experience an absolute pleasure. The ambiance of the cottage and warmth exhibited by all was above and beyond our expectations. We will be patrons for a long time to come.

I booked this place for my wedding reception, and honestly, it was the best decision ever! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. Jason, the manager, was so kind, helpful, and genuinely welcoming — and the rest of the staff were just as amazing. The venue itself is stunning — peaceful, cozy, and full of charm. We chose a family-style meal, and wow… every single dish was next-level delicious! You could tell how much care went into every bite. And the drinks? Just as incredible! 🍹 This was hands down the best dining experience of my entire trip — maybe even one of the best of my life. If you’re anywhere near the area, I 10000% recommend stopping by and experiencing it for yourself. You’ll be so glad you did!

Petit Bistro was a nice spot for our Valentine’s Day dinner, mostly because of its cozy and homey atmosphere. The restaurant feels more like a house than a typical dining space, which makes it warm and inviting, especially for a special occasion. The staff was great—attentive, friendly, and made sure we were taken care of without being overbearing. The food was okay, nothing bad but also nothing particularly memorable. It was well-prepared, but there wasn’t anything that stood out or made us feel like we’d come back just for the food. Pricing for the meal was fair, but the drinks felt overpriced compared to the rest of the experience. Overall, it’s a nice place if you’re looking for a relaxed, intimate dining setting with good service, but if you’re after an exceptional meal, it might not quite hit the mark.

We absolutely love eating here. The atmosphere, a quaint farmhouse,nis welcoming and romantic. The staff is very personable and have never steered us wrong when we ask for recommendations. We had the lamb shank and duck breast tonight. The lamb shank was ridiculously tender, very moist, and had a great texture. The duck breast was seasoned so well and the fat was perfectly rendered.

Small but pleasant space. Service is generally good, because the space is small a few loud tables can affect the atmosphere. A broad enough menu that everyone should find an option they like. Maybe consider a night other than F/S, a good special as occasion place.

Such a cozy restaurant for a fall date night. We ordered the crab cakes, chicken pesto, & lamb shank. The lamb shank was definitely our favorite and we would come again just for it!

One of my wife's and my favorite places for a romantic night out. It's is cozy Jason and Tiffany make you feel at home and like you're family. Their food is amazing. My favorite is their Osso Buco. Huge flavor in every bite. Gary

This place is so charming! Great for a quiet, cozy nice dinner for a date night. It's fairly small and we loved the atmosphere and the friendly staff had us well taken care of. The same gentleman who greeted us was our server and from what I could tell very efficiently and kindly took care of the restaurant's patrons this particular evening. I went with the Chateaubriand Shitake Pasta. Quite tasty! I am a bleu cheese lover but my one critique is that I don't think the flavor goes great with the otherwise wonderful ingredients to this dish. We had a truly great experience here and I'd love to come back and try more of their menu.

So glad we finally checked out this French place! It's warm and cozy in a little house, and family owned. Their sea base and steak pasta were both outstanding. They also have a great crème brûlée. Their chicken dishes had great flavor as well. Service was so prompt and friendly. We would go back again!

New to the area, and saving Petit Bistro for a special occasion, my husband and I celebrated our daughter's 40th birthday tonight. We arrived promptly at 5, and Jason warmly greeted us and welcomed us in to his elegant establishment. Our daughter had the Chilean Sea Bass, my husband had the trout, and I had the Salmon. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The ambiance is warm and intimate, and Jason is kind and attentive.

The name is the disclaimer. The ambiance is dark, small, but clean. Some in our group had trouble reading the menu due to lighting. Service was top notch and friendly. The food was delicious but small portions. You will walk out with at least a $60 bill and still be hungry. If you eat small, this could be a nice place for you.

The meal was exceptional! From the baked Brie to the incredible Caesar Salad, which is hard to find these days, then on to the main course, the special that night, Halibut w/ Couscous! So good ! My husband had the Chateaubriand pasta which was fantastic! The wait staff was extremely attentive, pleasant and professional . The atmosphere of the restaurant is very cozy and relaxing. We will return.

Definitely do not come here if you don't have patience. Salmon was amazing, but service is extremely slow, even on a Monday night. Only 2 people running the place, and as another review states, we did feel ignored by the waiters as well. We waited 10 minutes after being seated just for our drink orders and 20 minutes at the end just to get our bill, another 10 minutes to bring the card back. Very small place, 49 max occupants, so it can get very loud. Only non alcoholic beverages are Coke, Coke Zero, and Sprite. Not sure the price was worth the meal.

I've wanted to try this place for so long and finally found the perfect cold, rainy night to stop by! This quaint bistro is super tucked away. If you're not paying attention, you'll drive right by the entrance. Parking was a little hard, but inside you'll find all the cozy vibes you're looking for! Multiple team members served our table and were super personable. Unfortunately with multiple servers, some of our menu items and requests were overlooked or were not communicated to the kitchen, HOWEVER the staff quickly rectified that. The grilled Brie and crab cakes were standout appetizers and the sea bass was our favorite entree. Portion sizes were perfect as well. The staff was patient and attentive as we were the last table to finish up our meal. Overall, our experience was a 8.8/10 and we cannot wait to return and try more menu items!

Service was excellent. Wonderful ambiance. I tipped very well. At 5:00, the restaurant was empty. We had reservations. Filet was not worth 42 dollars; ordered medium, came to the table well done. It was very small, it appeared cut in half laterally from a full filet. The side of potatoes was akin to dehydrated boxed mashed potatoes. You can compare my photos with the photos of their filet dish. Very different. Probably won't return just due to the quality of the food.

We went here for an anniversary dinner. The food quality wasn't to the level of what we expected in relation to what we paid for our dinner. The ambiance was great, really charming. The service was fair but slow. I definitely would NOT recommend the crab cake but our entrees (short rib and sea-bass) were better but had weak and mismatched sides. We chose to go elsewhere for desserts after our experience.

Cute restaurant and service was great. Pear spinach salad was good but pears were pickled (not my fav) and not very ripe. Short ribs were really great, fell off the bone,' but didn't need to be drowned in BBQ sauce. Cous cous was perfectly cooked. Steak au poivre was unexpected. Ribeye with more of the same BBQ sauce? Creme brulee was perfect. Could have used more than 3 berries.

Jason assisted us with the menu and specials Great service. Tenderloin Shiitake noodles were wonderful. It was a light dish with plenty of flavor. All plates at my table were fresh and desirable. Already booked another reservation with my wife. Decor was cozy with a small restaurant in the countryside feel.

10/17/22 We couldn't decide where to go for dinner and I found this little gem on Open Table. Was able to make reservations easily. Jason was our bartender and server and he was amazing. Started off with a blueberry martini with grey goose (delicious) - and my work boss ordered a grey goose and soda We also ordered the pan seared tuna tower was smaller than we thought but delicious! Just wished there was more pieces. It had 3 pieces on a nicely decorated plate. Filet mignon was seasoned perfectly. We both ordered it and I cleaned my plate! Yummm! Jason gave us a side of green peppercorn sauce and it was delicious with the steak. We ordered for dessert the poached pear with truffles. The pear came out cold which was unexpected so this fell short to how we could have finished. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town. Thanks Jason for everything!

This was a cool little place. This semi restored house has charm and makes for a great date night. I went for their surf and turf. Good food. You can't go wrong. Excellent waitstaff.

The team I made a reservation on March 12th gave me some valuable feedback. They said the food was wonderful and the ambiance was very beautiful. They did say the service was poor, as there was only one wait person and they felt it took a long time to get their food. We will consider Petit Bistro in the future, with hopes that was just an off night!

Pretty good, but really noisy and overpriced. If you have hearing loss, I would recommend going elsewhere. No quiet seat in the house.

This place is honestly one of if not my favorite in Bentonville! The ambiance is incredible and intimate, the food was phenomenal, and the staff was incredibly pleasant! I went with my mum on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving as our celebration and we just had a lovely time! We shared a great Bordeaux, had appetizers, split a salad, and both had entrees and everything was perfect! They also paced everything well so we were able to enjoy each course without feeling rushed and were able to enjoy the food at the right temperature! I'll definitely be here again!! Thanks Petit Bistro!

Out of lamb ribs substituted lamb chops. Very under cooked little flavor for $39. Don't waste your money. Vegetables goo

Had dinner here with a group of friends. Food was good but tiny portions. We were in a small rush to leave but we all PAID for our food. The next day, we come to find out they overcharged my friend. They told her, "you seemed intoxicated and someone didn't pay". First of all, how dare they assume that. Only 2 out of 5 girls had ONE alcoholic beverage. Second, pull up your receipt records and you can clearly see we all paid. Third, we have proof of what we ordered and we can show bank statements. Our server (I'll be nice and not name) could've questioned us before we left instead of assuming we didn't pay and then overcharging us for an extra steak and an extra drink! Ridiculous. - UPDATE: I guess they finally looked further into it and corrected the charges. Thank you.

We had a lovely meal here. Service was attentive, charming, and prompt. We had the grilled Brie as an appetizer. Our entrees were running behind due to a large order so the staff brought us a complimentary tuna appetizer- that was delicious. For dinner we had the duck and the short ribs. Both were exquisite. Such a cozy atmosphere. Definitely check it out. Major kudos to the two staff members who ran the entire front of house- and never missed a beat.

We loved this place! I was looking for something quaint, local and unique to the Bentonville Arkansas area we were in. I took my wife up there for a quick getaway to celebrate six months of marriage. The restaurant is in what used to be a house I believe. It small and rustic looking with a little wooded area around it. We caught a glimpse of a deer walking beside the place. The inside was was nice but a little too dark for my taste. I guess that was the idea to create a nice intimate setting but the dark walls seemed to suck up all the ambient light. Still it was nice on the inside. Service was excellent. The person who took care of us was friendly and knowledgeable. We both ordered the ribeye steak with sea scallops with squash and potatoes. Our meal was out of this world! The steak was cooked the way we wanted it and was flavorful and the scallops were tender. For dessert we order some pear thing that was amazing but I forget the name. If you are ever in Bentonville, check this place out! Be prepared to splurge but it is worth every penny!

We has a date night recently. I recommend reservations. We walked in and we were fortunate there was a table for two I had the petite pork plate, very flavorful and tender The chocolate martini was not the best

Went there to celebrate a birthday. The food was amazingly good.A lot of different choices. we will come back to try more.

The food was excellent which is most important. But if I'm gonna pay that much money for a dining experience, I would appreciate it if the serving staff would dress halfway decent. My wife and I were surprised not only did the servers make minimal effort to have a decent appearance, all the patrons in this place were dressed like bums. This was a $190 ticket for two people. They should set a higher standard. Also, this place is understaffed. The 2 servers completely ignored us the last half hour of our meal. I had to get up twice and literally go to them to get service. We were held hostage. They took away our leftovers to put in a box and never brought it back. We had to specifically ask if we could have our food even after we payed the check, which I had to get up for. Probably won't go back.

Very nice atmosphere. Martinis are amazing and so is the food. Definitely do not miss desert! Perfect restaurant for date night or a special occasion!

Always terrific. Great local place, with great food and great staff. Favorite place in Bentonville.

Great vibe in a lovely inviting old farmhouse from the 1930's. The place is warm and inviting, the service was exceptional and attentive. Food for four of us was top notch and everyone enjoyed their meals. We had Duck, Osso Bucco, Trout, with Tuna Tower and Caprese as appetizers. Bread Pudding, Pear Helene and Crème Brule for dessert. It has a very nice wine list with fair prices. This is one of three places in Bentonville recommended to us by several locals and other restaurants. Seems to be a favorite with residents.

Beautiful setting and excellent service. Mussels are amazing, I seriously wanted to use a straw to drink the broth. The salads were also outstanding. I shared an entree with a coworker- steak pasta. It wasn't my favorite, but my coworker loved it. I should have gotten the lamb. Second coworker has the short ribs and enjoyed them. Third coworker has a steak and shrimp special- it looked good but his steak was quite overcooked- he opted not to send it back. Wine was good, we didn't have dessert. It was quite expensive. Over 100 per person and the wine was the cheapest part. But is was a very lovely setting for sure. I probably rate a 3 Star, but coworkers were solid 4 so they won

Husband and I saw this cute place when we drove by it a week ago. We recently moved here to NW Arkansas from Northern Illinois 5 weeks ago. We thought we would try it on a Thursday evening after shopping. We arrived at 7:15 pm. Right when we walked into the front door, a man behind the bar area( he never said his name or introduced himself), walked up and said " Do you have reservations "? Mind you , I tried to make reservations on their website page which says " reserve a table ", an hour b4 we arrived. I received an error message that read, can't make reservation due to it is too close to your arrival time. We decided we will try our luck and walk in. There were seriously 2 ladies at one table in a corner, and one other couple who were just leaving when my husband and I walked in. So, when the bartender/ server/ host guy asked us about reservations right when we walked in, I almost said, No, we don't, but can you add our name to your very lengthy waiting list The "nasty man with the attitude " asked if we want to sit at one of the two tables by the door. I didn't see any reserved signs on the other 20 plus tables either. We sat down and almost walked out due to the attitude we received in the first 5 minutes. We decided to "give it a try"- but NEVER again! $27 for pesto chicken pasta( no bread/ olive oil/ crackers/ nothing) while waiting for our food. And $27 for my husbands shrimp pasta , which included a whopping "6" shrimps. One star due to the desserts were delicious.

Petit Bistro offers a unique rustic Italian dining experience. Prices are high. Food is quite good. Service is also quite good. The grounds are beautiful and patrons are offered indoor or outside dining options. But we felt Petite Bistro fell short of what it should have (or could have) been. Petite Bistro offers no table cloths, paper napkins, a very casually dressed wait staff, a few flys in the indoor dining area along with a need for refining or updating the facility. For about the same prices, you can dine at River Grill and enjoy a much more refined dining experience. As long as you set your expectations accordingly, you will enjoy your visit at Petite Bistro. And we will likely come back - mainly for the knowledgeable and polite wait staff and the good food.

The ambiance and atmosphere was charming. We had the privilege to be waited on by one of the owners. I started with the Godfather drink along with the crab cakes and would highly recommend them both. We then moved to our entrees and I picked the pork shanks which had a very rich flavored plum compote underneath and the pork literally fell of the bone.... Literally! The vegetables were cooked to perfection and had a light buttery flavor to them that paired well with the plate. My other half said that the chicken was cooked perfectly and was very moist. "The pesto pasta was both savory and balanced." Then to finish the night off we had The Worlds Best Tiramisu. It had the perfect amount of sweetness and bitterness with the cocoa powder. Amazing. We will be back!

I've been wanting to come here for a long time and finally did this past week! My husband took us there for our 7th anniversary - woohoo! We went on a Monday night around 745pm and it was not too crowded, so were seated right away. It feels like you are in a intimate, cozy (cozy as in a home away from home - not cramped) french home. It is small, but spacious. During the warmer times, they have outdoor seating. Customer service was great. They were attentive and helpful! Now on to the real good stuff... the menu! Their menu consisted of so many delicious sounding choices that it was hard to pick. For an appetizer we had the tuna tartare on fresh avocado and it was so good! For our entrees, my husband ordered a pasta with filet mignon - I had a few bites and it was good! I ordered the lamb and it was mouthwatering and so flavorful! It came with seasoned vegetables (squash) and couscous. I would definitely order it again. For dessert we ordered the napoleon and chocolate pudding. Both were so delicious! I highly recommend this place! Check it out!

We love this place. Small quaint atmosphere, great food, cocktails, service & wine selection. Jason is awesome!

Absolutely amazing food and owner. He takes pride in his food and it shows! We have extremely high expectations when it comes to our food and he exceeded our expectations! Everything was cooked to perfection, seasoned perfectly, and beautifully plated. We tried appetizers, salad, main courses and dessert. Everything was knocked straight out of the park. We can't wait until we can go again!

My husband reserved a table for us for a date. This is a place we've passed while driving by for years, and have just never tried. Tonight was such a treat! Our waiter was excellent. He was attentive without being annoying. He was knowledgeable and helpful, and was great all around. We started with the Petit Burgers, which are made with Kobe beef, and served with caramelized onion and bleu cheese crumbles. They're topped with a small pickle and tomato. We both enjoyed them as a nice little appetizer. I ordered the very berry martini, and thoroughly enjoyed the sweet fruit mixture with the vodka. And the fresh raspberry at the end was the perfect way to top it off. For my entree, I ordered the Petit Filet. First, I must say, that I only order steak medium well, and I appreciate that I did not get a dirty look for this. It was served with the potato of the day (Parmesan roasted spears) and spinach that was lightly sautéed in truffle oil. My husband ordered the Lebanese lamb chops, which was served with couscous and veggies. We both enjoyed our entrees, and felt satisfied after finishing. For dessert, we chose to try their creme brûlée, which was served with a fruit purée and a blackberry. I loved that it came out warm on the top from the freshly glazed sugar. Overall, we had a wonderful date, and will definitely return. We knew that it was not going to be a cheap date, and this was definitely one of our more expensive ones, but we had a wonderful experience, and will return.

Such a cute spot with AMAZING food! Perfect for a date night or evening celebration. The staff were attentive and friendly, and the food came out faster than expected for such fine dining!

We started with the Grilled Brie, very delicious, served with some lovely bread. Our entry was the Short Ribs Bourguinon; meat was tender and fell off the bone, the gravy being spot on, the veggies' side were seasoned perfectly. We shared, and there was more than enough; we had leftovers

I absolutely love this place! It's super cozy and quaint. I thought I was going to someone's house. Very romantic in my opinion. Parking is ample so convenient - right in front. Service was nice. The food! The food is awesome! Lamb chops and filet were juicy and I am still trying to figure out how to make those scallops! Beef carpaccio is nice but I think I've had better. If you are a chocolate and cheesecake fan - my goodness try their chocolate cheesecake! I will definitely be back. This is My new favorite place!

This place is a hidden gem! It is our go to for our anniversary! Amazing food, service, and atmosphere!

Such a quaint little place that we found by accident. However it didn't disappoint. In fact we went back with family a few nights later. Jason is amazing and was kind enough to order special items for our grandson and nephew - tomahawk steaks! And lobster for my daughter and niece. Definitely might be the best restaurant in town.

Had a really nice meal with a good bottle of wine. It's a small place and we requested to sit outside, the owner allowed us although they haven't set up for summer yet. I will be back for sure even though they goofed up our appetizers. I think just about anything on the menu would be good and the atmosphere is pretty charming with a little spring that runs through the back patio. I will be back.

Let me start by saying that the presentation of the dishes were excellent and the food was flavorful. Two of our dishes were over cooked (medium rare filet was definitely medium and the chicken was dry and a little charred). I'm not sure the prices fit with using paper towels instead of cloth napkins and the outside fountain / koi pond could definitely use attention or filled in / landscaped for a nice quaint restaurant. Overall decent experience and good food.

Kudos to proprietor Dario for expanding to winter offerings. Veal Chop and Lobster Ravioli were over the top entrees. Lovely setting/ambiance. At least go once a week.

Great experience. Cute little environment and the food was excellent! Would definitely recommend!

Charming venue with personable staff who treat you like special house guests. Our table enjoyed the pear salad with scallops and salad maison with pasta.

Great date night spot! The atmosphere was quaint and cozy, and the food was delicious. We will definitely be going back!

Best intimate dining in NWA. They kill it every time. The wait staff is always knowledgeable, passionate and helpful. The only place to go for a special dinner with family and friends. Always a perfect filet.

Went there for a work meeting - I was the only vegetarian/non-alcohol drinker. They are just not designed for that. Only non-alcoholic beverages were Coke and Sprite. I had a flatbread pizza that was essentially a piece of Italian bread with melted mozzarella and flavorless veggies. Very disappointing. Usually, if you don't eat most of your meal, the server at least asks if you want to box it. He just took it away without asking how it was. Don't plan to go back. In fairness, my colleagues enjoyed their meat-based meals and wine, so...