Eat and Explore Your Way Around Downtown Springdale, Arkansas

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Are you planning to spend some time in downtown Springdale? I’m here to show you the way! There’s no better way to start your day than with a breakfast at HomeGrown in Springdale! Follow up by exploring some quaint local shops. Spend some time in the serene Shiloh Square. For a fine dining option, you can’t beat the ambiance and artisan French fare at Bienvenue.

Plan to arrive in Springdale with time to enjoy as many of the delicious food spots as possible! We had the best time eating our way through Springdale!

dad and daughters look at mural in downtown Springdale

Originally, I collaborated with the Shrpa influencing company to create promotional content for the City of Springdale. This post is not part of that original agreement. I chose to add this post on my own without additional compensation because we had an awesome time in Springdale, and I wanted to share more details here on my website.

Travel to Springdale Via Interstate 49 or The Pig Trail

If you are lucky enough to visit Springdale, Arkansas during the fall months, you are in for a treat! The trees are ablaze with color and views of the Ozark Mountains.

Have a little extra time on your hands? The Pig Trail, also known as Highway 23, is perfect for those looking for a leisure experience while traveling. You can get to Springdale by taking a portion of the Pig Trail from Ozark and then traveling north. Enjoy gorgeous foliage three seasons of the year! But Interstate 49 is great for those who just want to be in Springdale already!

Planning the whole day – morning, afternoon, and evening – in downtown Springdale is simple, thanks to the growing and modernized downtown area.

HomeGrown in Downtown Springdale

Home Grown, a farm-to-table restaurant, has three locations, with downtown Springdale being one. The “cultivate kindness” mantra is everywhere – from the sign on the wall to the t-shirts of the employees.

And this mantra even ties into the fact that the ingredients are sourced from local farmers and vendors. Be sure to take in all of the unique details of this casual yet chic eating spot – from the locally sourced woodwork to the honey bottles to the honeycomb shapes everywhere to the modern tableware.

inside view of HomeGrown in northwest Arkansas

Children can even color and complete an original Home Grown postcard at their table and drop it into the “Kindness Matters” mailbox, and the restaurant will mail it for them! Our girls sent postcards to both sets of grandparents as a surprise.

little girl writing a postcard at HomeGrown in Springdale

As for the food…all we can say is this place is a must-try! The buttermilk pancakes and the slow-cooked salsa verde pork, potatoes, and egg skillet are out of this world!

little girl with large confetti pancake at HomeGrown in downtown Springdale, Arkansas

salsa verde pork and potato skillet with egg at HomeGrown in downtown Springdale

The whole menu is offered from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM so you don’t have to miss out on your favorites!

Bella’s Gifts

Bella’s Gifts has it all! If you want to look for chic Arkansas Razorback gifts, you will find them here. For baby and children’s gifts, there is a large supply ranging from clothing to toys to hair accessories. Women’s clothing, bags, and jewelry is on trend in this cute shop, as is the selection of kitchen and homewares.

Bella’s is conveniently located next to Home Grown!

Tip: We suggest checking in for breakfast at HomeGrown and exploring Bella’s while you wait!

Selfie Stops Around Downtown Springdale

After brunch, take some time to walk around and explore the thoughtful murals and displays that have popped up around downtown Springdale. From portrait art to large murals, colorful details are everywhere! Seasonal window displays are fun to browse and potentially change from time to time. The Hispanic Heritage Month display that was featured during our visit was spectacular!

family looks at huge mural in downtown Springdale

kid Arkansas lifestyle bloggers stand in front of large mural in downtown Springdale

If you enjoy taking selfies with gorgeous artwork, be sure to wear solid bright colors on your outing so you will coordinate perfectly with the downtown Springdale murals!

mom and daughters standing in front of mural in downtown Springdale

Spend Time in Shiloh Square

The peace and tranquility at Shiloh Square can quickly flip into entertainment. The area can go from calm and sparse to busy and active with the snap of the fingers. This area is a great for passing time and taking it all in. People watch to your heart’s content as bike riders whiz by and people walk their dogs through the park.

During fall, carefully curated pumpkin displays can be found which double as cute photo spots!

two girls sitting amongst pumpkins and mums in Shiloh Square

Bienvenue Restaurant in Downtown Springdale

For a true uptown experience, enjoy dinner at Bienvenue Restaurant in downtown Springdale. The chic and upscale atmosphere is more relaxed than you might expect at a fine dining establishment – without a strict dress code and with a welcoming attitude of children. Through fine dining opportunities, children can experience new things such as sparkling water, double-layered white tablecloths, and dinner by candlelight.

I felt we may have been a tad bit underdressed, but there were other people dressed in similar clothing to us. I’m just someone that prefers to be overdressed than underdressed, in general.

view of tables in Bienvenue Restaurant in Springdale, Arkansas

Select from French entrees such as braised beef short rib bourguignon, rabbit ragout over pasta, roasted quail, and filet mignon. Add a cheese selection or bread service to your table for a variety of curated French cuisine.

little girl at table at Bienvenue Restaurant in Springdale, Arkansas

This restaurant is perfect for anniversary dates and other special occasions! Make sure to use the website to secure reservations from Tuesday through Saturday during the hours of 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Arkansas lifestyle blogger, Amy, at table at Bienvenue Restaurant in downtown Springdale

And that’s how you can spend a wonderful day in Springdale, Arkansas, friends! Of course, there are many other shops and restaurants that we couldn’t squeeze in on our visit. Have you been to Springdale? If so, what are some of your favorite downtown spots?