Undercroft

Had a waitress coming around for table service. Very cool speakeasy vibe but there was a table of loud girls there when we went. Delicious cocktails on the seasonal menu. Highly recommend.

This place is located in the basement of the preachers son. Went here to mark live Jazz off our date night list and loved this speak easy. We love live music and enjoyed every second. The band was perfect for our date night bucket list. We had a drink called jealous lover 🤣 we don’t really drink but it was for the experience and it was the recommended drink. I actually enjoyed it. We did not try any food. We had reservations at Preachers son upstairs but canceled to have an outdoor dinner elsewhere. Preachers son is still on my list. The place has dim lighting for a whole mood. All in all a great experience 😊

They have some of the best oysters! I love going each season to try their new drinks. The cozy dark atmosphere feels very speak-easy like and is great for a fancy night cap or pre dinner drinks.

We were hoping to go to the rooftop bar but it was closed due to poor weather so we went to Undercroft instead. The space was cozy and service was fine but not overly attentive. We didn’t try any signature cocktails but they made a good Negroni.

Very cool speakeasy. We were in town from out of state for a wedding, and decided to stop by at this bar with family after. The atmosphere was a vibe, and the drinks were great. We had fun and would come back again next time we’re in town.

Very cool vibes in this basement speakeasy. The service was quick and the drinks were delicious.

I’ve been to Undercroft a few times before and generally enjoyed the atmosphere, but my recent visit completely changed my opinion. I waited for about 45 minutes without anyone checking in on my order or even acknowledging the delay. Eventually, I had to leave. What truly surprised me, though, was what happened afterward. One of the staff members — the waitress who was serving that night — reached out to me on Instagram instead of addressing the issue professionally or offering an apology. Rather than taking responsibility, she told me that I “wasn’t being an adult” for mentioning the service issue. It’s disappointing to see such behavior from staff at a place that usually prides itself on its ambiance and service. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and focuses on improving both the service and the professionalism of their employees.

Came to Undercroft during their holiday season and menu. The holiday decorations were absolutely out of control, in a good way! There was no surface untouched by holiday festivities. Amazing place to chill with friends during the holiday season. Perfect vibe. Tried the Yippy Ki Yay. Lovely little drink. Not quite as complex as I was expecting. But refreshing still. They’ve also got a few cute Christmas tiki mugs for sale!

The food they had are small plates but so flavorful. Went to the Christmas pop up, very beautiful and lots of drink varieties. I like that they had non alcoholic drinks. Would be back. Server was very nice and service was good paced.

Went to Undercroft around Christmas and the atmosphere is honestly really cool. The space itself is awesome and the service was great--staff was friendly and on it the whole time. The drinks look incredible. Super creative, very well presented, and definitely eye-catching. Unfortunately... the taste didn't live up to it. Every drink we had was pretty average or just straight up underwhelming, which was disappointing considering how cool they're presented. Overall, awesome vibe and great service, but the actual product just didn't hit for us. I'd come back to hang out, but I'm hoping the drinks improve because the place has a ton of potential.

We stopped in for the holiday pop up and could not recommend it enough! You most definitely need a reservation it can get very busy during that time of year but so worth it. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Every inch of the place was covered in Christmas decoration really adding to the experience. The drinks are elevated and most definitely worth the price for how strong they were lol. No Complaints !

We were hoping to go to the rooftop bar but it was closed due to poor weather so we went to Undercroft instead. The space was cozy and service was fine but not overly attentive. We didn't try any signature cocktails but they made a good Negroni.

The ambiance of this "basement" is unmatched. We have gone countless times but enjoyed the jazz night the most! The drinks have always been up to par.

One of the best cocktail bars in Bentonville. It's dark and moody, and the bartenders care about making the cocktails correctly. Drinks are inventive but they also serve classics. Love the ambience here. Always a great experience.

I had never heard of this speakeasy gem. Wtf?! This place was awesome! Expensive but awesome. Great decorations for Halloween and a fun cocktail list. Cocktails were awesome. Great selection and amazingly well done. Crafters with care. The apps are good (croquettes are amazing!) but I left hungry after 3 apps. Maybe just a me problem. But I left super satisfied after a few tasty drinks. The bar staff were all super attentive. The drinks were unique and fantastic. This is the kind of place you find in a bigger city. Amazing to have it local! Very happy, can't wait to be back.

Loved our experience here. Feel free to go off menu if you have a drink in mind that isn't available. A ton of liquor options. I went with bartenders choice, asking for my favorite bourbon, and they delivered. 12$ for a cocktail is also quite affordable. Seating was so intimate for two. A definite winner.

Wonderful atmosphere and the house cocktails are well curated. Definitely a fun spot for a date night.

Great atmosphere!!! Live music!! Drinks were on point!!! And it is in the basement of an old church.... Got a speak easy feel!!! Highly recommend!!

The staff did an amazing job decorating the space for Christmas. The lights, trees, and other decor were outstanding. BUT too bad the service and attitude of the staff doesn't reflect the joy of the holiday season. The staff were downright rude in addition to being standoffish and inattentive.

Grabbed pre dinner drinks at the Undercroft when in Bentonville. Although there is a place to make reservations online, it is first come, first served. We went on a Saturday night right when they opened, and we were the only ones there for about a half hour. A few more people trickled in, but it was not busy even when we left. The place is adorable! We had fantastic service. I had a spicy espresso martini and another spicy drink with tequila. The spicy espresso martini was fantastic and I would order it again in a heart beat. My husband ordered two old fashioned type cocktails and enjoyed them both. Definitely my favorite drinks while in Bentonville.

We FINALLY got a reservation at a decent hour to check out the Miracle pop up bar. It was so fun and festive ! We got there right on time and had to wait at the bar for a table. It wasn't too long (maybe 5-10 mins) though. There were only two of us so we got seated at one of the smaller tables with high back cushion chairs towards the front. It was fine for what we wanted which was just a drink, but if you had planned to order food it wouldn't have been great for eating. We could also feel the cold draft every time the door opened and it was freezing out so just know that ahead of time. Drinks were just okay, creative menu, service was good and the decor was wonderful. We did go a few days after Christmas but it was the only time we were able to get a reservation. Not sure if they usually do, but it seemed odd to have a dj playing random music in a Christmas pop up bar. Maybe after Christmas everyone was over the music but would have been fun to have some up beat Christmas tunes. The only other negative for me was the restroom. This may sound silly but it was like using the restroom when the power goes out, in the dark by small candlelight. I'm not sure why it was so darn dark in there but I actually had to use my phone flashlight to be able to see what I was doing. Other women made the same comment while we all struggled with it together. Overall it was an okay experience. The Christmas ambiance was what made it though. They really went with the theme (minus music) and it was done well!

Love the Live Jazz every Tuesday night! Good people, great service & amazing music! Would recommend to anyone who loves a little hiatus from work or perhaps an evening drink/date!

I found this place initially through its restaurant upstairs (Preacher's Son) when going to the bathroom and noticing a noisy 'coat room'. I peeped inside and it was giving me such a speakeasy vibe. It's like walking into Please Don't Tell in NYC. Drinks: Best in town. While I didn't like my drink because of the excessive sesame oil, I had that drink a few days before in the restaurant and it was definitely more balanced. So there's a bit of inconsistency there. However, my friend's drinks were amazing and just what I needed after a long work day. They are more inventive with their drinks than other places in Bentonville so I think that warrants high praise. Price: The more expensive cocktails were around $14-16. This felt kind of high for Bentonville but I think it's definitely worth it. Ambiance: beautiful and very speakeasy interior. Candles dimly light the very darkened booths and tables. It's mostly moderately quiet except for the bach party that came through very drunk. I sensed this was not common. The chairs are comfortable and cozy. Perfect spot for a date! Food: they must share the same kitchen as the restaurant as they had some appetizers from the Preacher's Son - including the oysters which are SO good. We ordered the burrata which was nicely prepared and filling for 2 as an appetizer. Service: They are so nice and friendly! While their kitchen sadly closed at around 9 or 9:30pm, they still brought us food. Maybe they heard us saying we needed food to counteract all of our drinking. Either way, I love that they were attentive and flexible! Would I go again? For sure!

Make sure you get a reservation at Christmas time! You may not be able to get it without one. The place is wonderfully decorated. Drinks are made perfectly! We tried the pimento cheese croquettes and they were good.

A cozy and intimate speakeasy underneath The Preacher's Son. I ordered the Good Vs Evil and it was a treat! It wasn't too sweet, which I liked. When I asked while ordering, the server mentioned they can alter the sweetness. I also ordered the East of Eden, which was also really good and I'd recommend for anyone a fan of sesame oil. You can enjoy drinks here while waiting for your table at The Preacher's Son. You'll just need to close out before going to the restaurant. The hostess easily found us when we were up next to be seated.

This was one of the coolest bars that I came to in Bentonville. It was an old church that was converted into a restaurant upstairs that's called the preacher son and downstairs was this bar. We came the night before but it was so packed that we couldn't get seats so we ended up coming back the next day just to check it out. The drinks are a little expensive and I didn't think that they were the best tasting ones that I've had however the experience and ambiance in this place was well worth stopping by. this drink was called summers night I found it to be a little bit more on the sweeter side which after reading the description makes sense why I thought it be a little bit more subtle. I also didn't find that the alcohol content was on the higher end compared to most American pours.

Quiet and beautiful speakeasy in Bentonville... Located under "The Preacher Son" restaurant. Each time I visit I am never disappointed in the atmosphere or the drinks. The talented live musician was also an added surprise.

Undercroft has a vibe unlike any other place I can think of in Bentonville. As many reviewers have noted, you enter Undercroft either by heading downstairs outside before you enter Preacher's Son, or if you're in the restaurant, head down to the restrooms and enter through the "coat closet" (seriously, it's a speak easy after all!). You can order food from the Preacher's Son menu, so if you're unable to snag a seat upstairs, you can try your luck downstairs. The staff isn't in your face (which allows ample time to linger in the dark space), but are pretty easy to track down. The menu ranges from your standard cocktails to more craft offerings, alongside a good wine and beer selection. A fun addition to the Bentonville scene!

This is for their Tiki pop up. Excellent design and implementation for the bar! It hit all the boxes in design! The servers were really nice. They had just crap rock music playing which was horrible for the tiki theme but then they had a jazz band who KILLED IT. The biggest miss were the drinks. They all tasted...rushed and not blended well. All of them were just not quite at the level as many other places I've tried. The entire experience, once the jazz band started, was amazing. And major kudos to the design team, they killed it! If this was a Tiki Bar forever, I'd definitely be back.

The atmosphere was cool. Everyone kept telling me I had to check this place out. I ordered a skinny margarita with casamigos. Tasted like lime juice and cost a WHOPPING $27. I was very confused- I kindly asked if this was correct and the bartender assured me it was. I used to live in NYC and even this price knocked me over a bit- most cocktails were $14, I could see a bit of an in charge for casamigos but sheesh! My husband ordered whiskey sours with basil Hayden and his cocktails were $15.

As much as I would love to provide a great review to help local businesses, it is important to also call out when the needs improvement. I totally understand businesses are trying to get more employees to assist and hire more people so workers may be overwhelmed but that doesn't mean you take that on people that are trying to patronize local businesses to ensure that they stay in business. I have been here before and had a great experience so I recommend this place to people. Last night I went there with a group of people after dining upstairs and our experience was not pleasant. We walked in and found a seat in one of the areas. I greeted one of the employees and after we sat down we thought we would get someone to assist. Nobody came to where we were sitting but all other tables were being serviced. We watched on for over 20 minutes with no service. We came there to celebrate a friend but our spirits were dampened when we were told our table will not be serviced and we will need to come to the bar for our orders. How does that make a patron feel when all other tables are being serviced? I won't make this a race thing but a customer service issue that needs to be addressed. Another bar was glad to have us in their premise. I'm disappointed in how this place decided to treat us last night it tells us our dollars are not needed. Please provide training to the people working to ensure they understand how to relate to customers.

I love a good speakeasy. This one, situated under the delicious restaurant Preachers Son, is no different. The atmosphere had a great vibe. The wait staff and bartenders were great. It was very crowded this night, and the staff was busting their tails to get people their drinks in a timely fashion. The drinks were delicious. The only negative was the lack of seating. As I mentioned, it was crowded this night, so seating was very limited. There's not much more seating they could add due to the size of the place. We went two years ago on a less busy night and it was very relaxing. Overall this is a great spot to go for drinks!

We used to love this place but the past several visits the service has declined dramatically. It used to feel special for a night out but lately I've witnessed other patrons throwing up in the bathroom sink and no staff available to refill drinks or waters, even when there are less than 10 people in the entire place. Sadly, a past favorite has turned into a do not return situation since there are so many other great places in this area. Do not recommend.

This place rocks. It is one of the coolest hangouts in Bentonville. The atmosphere is like a dark, trendy basement. Such a neat vibe. And the happy hour drink prices last all night (at least ours did - ha). I highly recommend this place.

Sad about Undercroft- it has definitely gone down hill on service. Went by yesterday at 5:15. Didn't have a reservation for A table but was gonna get a quick drink at the bar with my brother in town. The hostess said there was a capacity limit at the bar. There were 3 people- 3 people standing at the bar. A lot of open reserved tables as well. Went a few weeks ago on a Saturday for a reservation and it was surprisingly dead then too. They are missing out on a lot of profit opportunity this year.

Not a good experience for date night drinks at the Undercroft during the Oasis pop up. After we were seated someone from management came to our table to ask if we were seated because we had reservations... (Yes) We did not have servers check on us and had to flag someone - anyone - down to order our first and second rounds of drinks. After an hour the bar manager came to our booth to inform me he had more reservations coming and we were going to need to wrap it up. As a couple we ordered four drinks, so it wasn't like we were taking up space without adding value. It's disappointing for a bar in Northwest Arkansas to demonstrate to customers that they're not valued, how you might experience in a meto city. We had reservations for a group of six next week and have cancelled. It's not worth interrupting plans or drinks to be rushed out of your seats so more people can be ushered in.

We have been to this spot multiple times. Last night was got adventurous and tried new food and drinks. Live jazz is always a pleasure too! The bartender (wished I grabbed her name) was awesome. She has skills. The old fashion was great as well as the bartenders choice she made with Gin. We tried for food the bone marrow and mussels! Both were pretty darn amazing and would eat again today!

Nice little pseudo speakeasy bar under Preacher's Son. I say pseudo because nobody gave me a talking to for being on my phone while sitting at the bar (being on one's phone at a bar is Lamesville, but this was my first time alone at a bar since before the pandemic and wrapping up some work tasks on my device made me feel less self conscious!). Nothing on the menu fit what what I usually drink (rum or tequila, tropical juice, not heavy on the alcohol) so they suggested an off-menu mojito with pineapple juice... Delicious! I watched the staff interact with each other and the customers, and they were all terrific.

We love the speak easy atmosphere. Great drinks--we've never tried anything we've disliked. The Old Fashioned is one of our favorites. Highly recommend to visitors and locals alike! For some added fun go through Preacher's Son "coat closet"

Like a Chicago or NY Speakeasy. Dark, great bar. Interesting cocktails. Under the Preacher's Son restaurant.

Had an instance of racism tonight. Fiancé was identified as being over-served despite being fine. Her and I have been very upset by the situation. I have tried to pinpoint a "why". It comes down to one thing, racism. Plain and simple. I just don't understand why this still happens but it did. I wish I would have stood up for her, but instead I encouraged her to leave so we could avoid a scene. Definitely regret not pushing back as she is very upset by the obvious mistreatment. Bentonville, we need better.

What an awesome find in the NWA area! We were looking for a good and trendy local bar to have drinks before dinner and I'm glad we came here. It has a speak easy vibe which I always love, and I loved how chill and laid back it was. We were there on a Saturday at 6:30 and it was not crowded at all! We were shocked! Definitely enjoyed the experience and would go back.

Down the stairs from outdoors, I walked into this basement bar and immediately appreciated the ambiance this bar had. Dim lighting, comfortable seating and decor made me feel chill versus the bright light restaurant upstairs. It's quite intimate. My friend and I sat at the bar, mainly because we were the first customers when they opened at 5pm sharp. The bartender was very attentive and informative about their specialty cocktails assuring us that if we ordered something we did not like, he would get us something else. I had the Fall Dram, which I assume is a seasonal drink. It is served cold. It I could also see drinking this hot from a mug. A spice cocktail almost like spiced apple cider, but not. We were able to order food, off the upstairs restaurants full menu (Preachers Son). I enjoyed the mushrooms-sautéed served with ricotta and bread. My friend had the roasted cauliflower-huge dish. Both considered shareables. I did not experience poor service like some posted. Our service was top notch even as they got full as the night went on.

A cute little bar underneath the preachers son. Entrance door is down the staircase to the left of the restaurant's main door. Yummy drinks & frequent pop up themes. Cons: it was so cold!! Bring a jacket. Dark and romantic vibe for a date.

This was a very disappointing visit. First off, we have come for Christmas for a couple of years and have had a nice time. Tonight was completely different. We had reservations and when we arrived was told we had a 10 minute wait, which was fine. Finally we were sat and then 5 minutes later we were asked to give up our seats because the area was promised to other people. We stood at the end of the bar as they cleaned another table, thinking it was ours so we sat (our reservation said a high top and this was one). Someone different then came and questioned us sitting there. We explained we were already sat and then asked to move. She went to check and came back 5-10 min later and said it was ok, like she was doing us a favor. She said they were without a hostess but the treatment we received was terrible. As for the drinks, they are seriously way over alcoholic. And the server's description didn't even come close to what she said one would taste like. Such a disappointing night. Way overpriced drinks and none of us finished them and they were definitely not even generous amounts. We had planned to order food but unfortunately the menu online was different than what we were offered so wasn't worth getting anything. We literally stopped for food on the way home to get the taste out of our mouths. Sadly this will be a hard pass next year which we had hoped would continue to be a yearly event for the family.

Small bar under Preacher's Son with a very cool vibe. Servers have always been very friendly. They have live music Tuesday - Thursday. We went on Wednesday and the singer (Randall Shreve) was fantastic. Bar is small so getting a seat during busy times can be a challenge, but no issues on weekdays.

Went there on a Monday night and saw a fantastic jazz band named the Forte Quintet. Amazing atmosphere. Chicken meatballs with marinara was delicious as was the orange marscapone dessert. A must to visit.

I surprised my boyfriend for our 7 month anniversary tonight and let's just say he was speechless This place is spectacular!!! I would recommend this upscale bar anyday!!! Outstanding service!!!

This place is so cool! Hidden underneath Preachers Son. Great service and drinks, plus a great selection of high quality and unique drinks. Pretty pricey, but worth the ambiance and drink quality. We'll definitely be going back! Just make sure to get there earlier in the evening to make sure you get a seat. It fills up fast and is a pretty small space, so there isn't a ton of seating.

The ambiance was great and our server/bartender was great. We ordered both on the menu and asked for things off the menu and all were great. We were even able to order food from upstairs.

DO NOT ORDER BLOCK NINE Red Nine. Some bartenders with a pony tail and an attitude clearly have no idea what he is doing. It taste awful. Do yourself a favor and ask for another bartender that might know what you what and does not have an attitude about flavors or taste. It's a common question and clearly he does not know what he is talking about. The ambiance is nice, but don't let him ruin it. Get a person who knows drinks. Ruin my taste. Avoid this man

Every time we are here is a great experience. Top knot has drinks, stellar atmosphere, and personable staff. Definitely looking forward to our next visit.

A great spot for drinks and the bartenders were really nice and knowledgeable. It would be a great spot to bring out-of-towners (they would be impressed and surprised that a place like this exists in NWA-haha)!

I'm so glad this bar is still open with Covid-19 precautions! We got there around 8:15 and stayed for probably an hour or so. We loved having drinks here after dinner! Our bartender, Josiah, was able to make some great recommendations. We sat at the bar and it was really fun to watch them prepare drinks. It was a lively environment & we will definitely return. It was not crowded when we arrived but was packed when we left around 9:30. It was definitely crowded and when we left the bar was more packed than I thought appropriate in a pandemic. There were far more people than there were chairs, and once you have your drink you can remove your mask. So everyone was mask-less, which was a bit unsettling. We would definitely return once the pandemic is over, or not stay at late!

Undercroft is the name of the bar underneath The Preacher's Son Restaurant here in Bentonville. It's themed as a speakeasy, but really, it's a classic New York style bar right here in Arkansas. The ambiance is muted, with lowered lighting and modern background sound which makes is a very nice personal (intimate) experience. The alcohol selection is good, and caters to the more experienced palette. Yes, you can find your rum and coke here, but you can also get a deliciously customized Manhattan, Old Fashioned, or any of two dozen specialty drinks. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. At times, it does get *very busy*, so cut the keeps some slack if they are a bit delayed. You will get served in a professional, friendly manner. It's not a sports bar!!! There are *NO TVs*! If you want to watch "the game", go somewhere else. But if you want to have a delightful conversation with your peeps, this is the best place to have it; either downstairs, or up on the terrace in the spring/summer/early fall. Highly recommended. Jim B.

Hard to find. Crowded. Slow wait staff. Very low lighting. Zip for entertainment. What else should you say.

Some friends and I went there tonight to celebrate one of them getting accepted into his doctorate program. I assume my crowd had too many black people for the staff because we were there for about 20 minutes and no one served us, yet we saw 3 other tables around us continuously getting service. Finally, I walked up to 3 workers, 2 of which were just standing there talking, to ask for if a waiter could serve us. One made eye contact with me as i was walking toward them and immediately walked away. I said hello to the waiter at the register and I asked if my friends and I could get service and he proceeds to tell me no because the bar is self serve tonight and they don't have enough waiters on staff to accommodate us; yet they had been serving other tables around us since we walked in. My friends and I were very disappointed and felt discriminated against as we were the only black people in the bar. We left to go to a bar nearby that would accept us, Dive Bar. I used to always suggest undercroft to people, but now, I won't be going back again nor will I be suggesting it to others.