I was visiting out of town with some girlfriends and we were told that we HAD to go to MJ's for a…read moresweet treat! So like good tourists, we did You walk into the store and it's not what you expect and there is no seating. They do have water that you can drink but this is definitely a grab and go place. That doesn't mean that you will be rushed however as I went here twice within the same weekend and took my time both times. MJ's serves macarons, which I believe they are best known for. They also have cakes in jars, cookie sandwiches, brownie cookie, and ice cream. Of the macarons, my favorite was the fig and honey ones though they were all delicious. I also got the chocolate chip cookie cream sandwich and it was SO YUMMY plus big enough to nibble on the rest of the weekend. The brownie cookie was delicious with some milk once I got back to our cabin. I did not try the ice cream so that is a next trip item! The store owner, which I think may be the husband of the baker(??- maybe just a worker), was so kind, patient, and considerate. I bought the macrons for my husband as a take-home treat. Once a man behind the counter knew that that's what I was doing with them, he took the extra time to put them in a box that would keep them safe from crumbling, as well as putting that small box in the Ziploc bag to keep them as fresh as possible because it would be a day before I got back home. They did last all the way back to Tahlequah, OK for my husband and I to enjoy them together and start planning our adventure to Eureka Springs! I just wanted to specifically call out this kind gesture because it really made me wish that they were local to me as I would be using them for any of my events and gatherings. So be sure to visit them when you go, as good Fortune should follow good people! 100% recommend MJ's and look forward to seeing what they do next when I go back to Eureka Springs!

They were closed but the owner ran outside as we were walking away and let me come in to buy a few…read moremacarons and they were the best I've ever had. He was so friendly and chatted with us for a while.

Living in NWA for 12 years, I only recently discovered this gem last week. In the past week I have…read morevisited 3 times! First of all, the owner is a sweetheart! She is very hospitable and involved with her customers. Love that! Interaction and communication is key when running your own business. She nails it! Secondly, the inside is quite small yet there is seating in every corner and space available. From tables, to sofas, to cozy chairs, there is a quiet spot to enjoy your treats! There's even a water and food station for your fur babies! Now on to the main event...the pie! Wow! Just wow! From pie to cake to scones to tarts, I've tried them all! The raspberry cream is to die for! So sweet, creamy and they use real raspberries! I was in heaven at first bite! The lemon meringue pie is a close second with its bright freshness! Not overly lemony...Just right! The chocolate cake is super fudgey and rich! Pair it with a cold cup of milk and you've reached Heaven. The banana chocolate chip scone was good...but in my opinion much too sweet. Leave off the brown sugar/cinnamon glaze and it would be much better. The fruit tart was so flavorful and the fruit was fresh and just the right sweetness. If you like coconut cream pie, you've come to the right place! Creamy and the perfect consistency. The chocolate diner pie is rich and decadent with its lightly whipped topping and chocolate curls. Lastly the Southern Buttermilk pie was a first for me. I didnt know what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. It was almost a custard like consistency but with a sour note...more lemony than I was expecting but good nonetheless. Next time I hope to try the more savory pies and quiches. Everyday there is a variety to choose from and their daily menu is always posted on their Facebook page. Oh! And the prices are fantastic considering you get a good size slice of pie! Big enough to share...if you're willing! I highly recommend this cute little bakery...in fact I insist on it!

The bakery was so beautiful and the staff were incredibly sweet and helpful! There were a lot of…read moreoptions to choose from and I love that they have daily menus as well as items that stay on the menu. The savory jalapeño scones with sausage gravy (have to ask for it) were incredible! Perfectly seasoned. The lemon blueberry scone was sweet crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. However. I found a hair in my jalapeño scone. A long one. They took it back and immediately apologized and gave me a free time, the cherry cheesecake which I took to go. When I took two bites I looked down and saw another hair. In the cheesecake. Not sure what's going on with how they're making people address their proper kitchen attire but two hairs in two items in the same purchase.... I lost my appetite after this and am now not wanting to go back.....

It's simply amazing! Such a hidden gem! Get there early, they sell out fast! It's my go to place!read more

Worth the wait. Make sure to get there ahead of time. I got blueberry and raspberry cream cheese,…read morealmond croissant, and an apple dessert. The pastries were fresh and amazing. I hope to be back to try out their strawberry croissant!

I will never say no to a chocolate shop, so this was a very pleasant surprise while visiting…read moreBentonville. The shop itself is adorable, and I'm so glad we stumbled upon it while out for dinner. I don't know that I would have found this on my own if we weren't already here for dinner. It is so cool to see how they make everything from the cacao bean to the finished product. I love that they have such a variety of options - chocolate bars, truffles, caramels, drink mixes, AND THEN - they have freshly baked goods and a little bar where they serve drinking chocolate (hot, cold, frozen) as well as alcoholic beverages. So many options! I purchased 3 bars and I wish I had gotten a few more. The Southern Pecan, No. 1 Fan, and Harvest Party were all phenomenal. I will be buying each of these again and I would recommend them (so long as you do not have a nut allergy). The chocolate is pricier than your average chocolate bar, but the experience and quality of chocolate is so much better, and definitely worth it. I don't have any plans to return to Bentonville, so I am grateful that they have a shop online. These will be great stocking stuffers for the upcoming holidays... The lady helping us was so helpful and polite. We really had a 10/10 experience. If you like good quality chocolate then Markham & Fitz is worth the stop if you're in Bentonville.

Markham and Fitz has long been one of my favorite chocolate makers. But the store is starting to…read morelook a little long in the tooth after the departure of the palate and brain behind the flavors of its award-winning chocolate to Onyx Coffee (who now makes chocolate). Still, it's worth a visit to pick up some of the chocolate from its new chocolate maker and give it a try. The space is small, so you're better taking your goods to go.

Stopped in for sweet tooth finds. Found it! Delicious decadent baked goods were purchased. Service…read morewith a smile. Nice and quaint place. Will return when on our annual Bentonville excursion trip!. Respectfully, Bryan Yukon, Oklahoma

This place is a fun concept! Bakery and bar. The vibes in the bar is nice. Great bakery! I got a…read moregigantic macaron and a tiramisu cookie. The cocktail I got was cafe borracho and I loved it! Service was quick.

Got to sample every single flavor and absolutely loved! Shoutout to the customer service for…read moreanswering every question I had with a smile lol hoping some more niche and interesting flavors are added to the lineup in months to come. Could be a bit more reasonable on pricing, but I understand locations plays a role in it.

The ice cream is made from great ingredients. The service is perfect. The place is clean and…read morespotless. I have been to one in St Louis, KC and now in NWA. Not as cheap as Sparks Ice Cream but it better. Is it worth it-I think so. I wish their cinnamon flavor was a regular-too good!

Nice bakery with some well made cookies. I had the king cake cookie, and should have enjoyed it…read moreover 3-4 meals, but it disappeared fairly quickly. Will go back if in the area.

Extremely friendly staff who made the visit just as pleasant as the incredible and massive cookies…read more I tried the crème brûlée- in which they toasted the top of it to make the icing a little crispy and it was incredibly good. Everyone in our group enjoyed their cookie. Great place, great cookies!

What an amazingly cute place…read more Everything we ate was great and the service was fast and friendly. My wife says I must bring her back-often.

Was finally able to visit Briar Rose in person and the experience did not disappoint. The outside…read moreof the building is very cute and complete with a hobbit door you can enter through. There was a bubble machine off the patio which added to the cuteness factor. The patio is welcoming and cozy. Upon entry there is an area to the left with tables and chairs in another room and in the bakery area picnic tables thoughtfully painted to match the vibe of the establishment. The staff are really welcoming and so helpful. I got the candied jalapeno bacon danish and it was a flavor explosion in my mouth. My to go order consisted of more of the candied jalapeno bacon danishes and mini chocolate chip cheesecakes. Even my family really enjoyed the treats I brought home and now I'm secretly planning how I can make another trip to NWA simply so I can visit Briar Rose again.