Bentonville Gay Bars

Lady Slipper is a cozy speakeasy lounge and restaurant tucked away beneath Bentonville’s historic Massey building. With its hidden entrance and intimate setting, this LGBTQ-friendly spot blends rare art, whimsical décor, and award-winning bites.

The bar’s indoor space is snug but welcoming, while the expansive outdoor patio offers plenty of room to relax. Service is attentive and warm, with a menu focused on creative cocktails and elevated comfort food.

Hidden behind the Midnight Gallery, Callisto is Bentonville’s tropical-inspired speakeasy where the art is as inventive as the cocktails. Expect more than 30 hand-crafted cocktails, all built with freshly squeezed juices, house-made syrups, and island-inspired infusions.

The food menu is packed with shareable tiki-style plates, perfectly paired to the bold flavors of the bar. The kitchen is open late, and the secret entrance adds a bit of playful magic to your night out.

Beneath a historic church, Undercroft reveals itself through an unmarked door or a discreet archway labeled simply “bar.” This hidden gem is known for its beautifully crafted cocktails and select plates from The Preacher’s Son upstairs.

The moody, underground setting is ideal for live jazz. Tuesdays bring the Forte Quartet for a dose of classic and improvisational tunes, while Thursdays turn into Vinyl Night with Bentonville Radio spinning vintage records.

Night Owl Tavern is a cozy, gay-friendly bar with a quirky owl mascot serving classic cocktails. Bartenders are welcoming, the pride flag flies behind the bar, and they donate to local LGBTQ+ groups.

Expect well-made drinks, local brews, a handful of late-night snacks, and a photo-worthy bathroom mural, perfect for a laid-back night out.

Stoic Brews Alternative is Arkansas’s first dedicated gluten-free brewery and taproom. Everything on tap is brewed with alternative grains like sorghum, millet, corn, and quinoa, and the kitchen serves up carefully crafted gluten-free snacks and small plates.

Sustainability is part of the ethos, with spent grains repurposed by local farms. The taproom also hosts regular events like trivia and bingo, plus Pride parties, creating a welcoming space for anyone seeking something unique on Bentonville’s beer map.