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    Wright’s Barbecue

    4.6 (277 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    BBQ Nachos with chicken
    Jessica W.

    A must stop in Bentonville! Completely worth the hype - the BBQ is outstanding! I admittedly panic ordered in line when it came to the sides but they turned out incredible as well (mashed potatoes and cole slaw). Pulled pork was definitely my favorite of the day, it pairs perfect with the pickled onions and pickles. My partner isn't big on pork so we got chicken nachos as well, the cheese sauce was elite. Highly doubt there is a bad thing on the menu.

    Brisket and ribs
    David G.

    I came for the bacon burnt bacon ends but they were out. Turkey was gone too. I chose a two meat plate with two sides. Brisket and pork ribs. They were tasty, but not extraordinary. The sweet/classic bbq sauce was added zest and sweetness to the meats. The spicy sauce had a kick for those that crave a nice burn. The sides outshined the meats which was a surprise because usually sides are an afterthought at bbq spots. But here, I went with the recommended options by one of the team members; ranch potato salad and honey butter green beans. Oh boy were they delicious. Highly recommend! I'd come back for those and to try the bacon burnt ends.

    2 Meat Plate
    Derek S.

    The service is not speedy, and if you are at lunch rush you will be waiting. They are very nice though and helpful on options. Ambiance is pretty much an outdoor place with low expectations. The food is good, but not all of it was for me. Their BBQ sauces help a lot, but it's not much competition to Texas BBQ

    Lovette R.

    Always love me some bbq! After arriving in town we discovered Wright's and knew this was the location for dinner. Ordered at the counter, the staff was fast and friendly. We shared the three meat plate, brisket, burnt ends and jalapeño cheddar sausage. Sides were deviled egg potato salad, collard greens and smoked beans. Brisket was excellent as were the beans. I really liked the collard greens and sausage too. I've had better burnt ends but these were good, just a little firmer than I prefer. We sat outside at a picnic table and it was nice. The breeze was pleasant. Would recommend.

    2 Meat Plate
    Kenna G.

    Wow. Wow. Wow. Incredible first time trying Wright's. I got the 2 meat plate that includes two sides and my whole plate was amazing. Brisket: 4.5/5 Pulled pork: 4.6/5 Green beans: 5/5 Mac & cheese: 3/5 I was shocked, but the mac and cheese was probably my least favorite thing I got, I would probably try a different side next time I visit. But, it was SO much better as a loaded bite with their buttermilk ranch and pulled pork all together. Service was great. Everyone was so kind and two people checked on me asking how everything was. Nice outdoor patio as well as an enclosed patio area.

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    Jason Ray P.

    I stopped into Wright's BBQ and went with the Brisket and Burnt Ends for my 2 Meat Plate. The Brisket had a good flavor but wasn't as moist as I would have liked, which was a little disappointing given how well-known they are for it. On the other hand, the Burnt Ends were absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful, and definitely the highlight of the meal. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, and service was quick and friendly, which added to the overall experience. While not perfect, the food was solid, and I'd definitely come back--especially for those Burnt Ends.

    Young N.

    One of the best bbq I've had. The brisket was really good, the smoked chicken was ok, a bit dry but good flavor. I'm not a big meat person so I ate a lot more of the sides- which were SO GOOD. I got the mashed potatoes and baked beans. The beans were hands down the best I've ever had. There are chunks of brisket (I think) in the beans, not too salty, just perfect and slightly sweet. I paired the mashed potatoes with the beans ... yum. We got their banana pudding too, would recommend. Besides the food... all the staff were extremely nice and friendly. Great service.

    Brisket Plate with ribs, Mac & Cheese, and Collard Greens. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!
    Chef Omar R.

    Fantastic Food, Excellent and Friendly Service, in a down home vibe and ambiance is how I would describe Wright's Barbecue in Bentonville. Let me start by saying this is the BEST BBQ I've ever had in my life. Wright's is doing everything RIGHT!! I ordered Ribs, Brisket, Bacon Burnt Ends, Sausage, Mac n Cheese, Greens, and Smoked Baked Beans. The brisket is seasoned perfectly, super tender, and melts in your mouth! The ribs and burnt ends are equally flavorful with a sweet and smoky balance. Every bite is heavenly! The sausage was smoked to perfection and also delicious. All of the sides compliments the meat, and it's what I call a "party in your mouth"!! I spoke to the guys who also gave me a sample of their pastrami (I wish my stomach had more room) which was also amazing in flavor and also melts in your mouth. I'm giving Wright's 20 STARS!! Can't wait for them to open their next location by Walmarts Home Office!!

    Plate of chicken, green beans and Mac n cheese
    Cienna G.

    Exquisite. The food and service is unmatched!! I was gifted a plate by Johnathan while volunteering on the trails and it was so thoughtful!! Im pretty sure I can taste the love in every bite! I highly recommend this business. 11/10. Must try!!!

    James W.

    Wright's Barbecue lives up to its reputation. The burnt ends on the Rocket Man were perfection and go head to head with the best bbq I have ever had. The nachos could have had a bit more topping to have a better chip to topping ratio, but it was so good I wasn't too focused on that. Our server was helpful and you could tell he enjoyed where he worked. There wasn't a ton of seating inside, but enough for us and quite a bit more outside. We will definitely be back for more!

    Chance L.

    Oh man, after hours of riding a mountain bike around this may have been the best meal I've ever had. Just had the chicken plate with two sides, simple enough, it was mind blowing good. Chicken great, bbq sauces awesome, Mac n Cheese wow, and the collard greens were out of this world. Nice job Wright's, nice job. Nice people working there too!

    Beef rib with deviled egg potato salad and collard greens
    Natalie Z.

    I had Wright's twice in a week when hosting family visiting from California. I'm the type of person who is really scared of having a disappointing second meal after an incredible first, and I am pleased to report that both meals were 100%. I came in with my partner on a Saturday, and we managed to snag the last beef rib, which was the special of the day. We got that with deviled egg potato salad and collards on the side. I have never had a rib so giant, so it was truly an experience cutting into the meat and seeing it fall off the bone. I enjoyed how peppered the meat was, and that we had the choice to add how ever much BBQ sauce as we wanted. I think this is a standard thing in the south, but where I grew up, the meat was always swimming in sauce, which is why I thought I didn't like barbecue. The sides were great complements to the barbecue, especially the collards, which seemed to have been cooked with smoked turkey. The second time around, we ordered a three-meat combo with brisket, sausage, pork ribs with collards and macaroni and cheese. We ended up adding a pulled pork and sausage sandwich, as well as an order of their brisket chili (it was cold and we were hungry). Though the beef rib is a standout for me, all of the other meats were tender and well-seasoned. I especially liked their sausages and pork ribs, and the macaroni was a winner--cheesy, and not too gluey/soupy and not too brick-y, either. Service is always fast, friendly, and there's a decent amount of seating, though most of it is outside. I would recommend getting takeout in the colder months, though there are a few seats inside and a heated tent next door.

    Texas style barbecue with brisket, burnt ends and chicken.

    Amazing Texas style barbecue. I had the three meat meal. The Staff was friendly and helpful. Not the cheapest place in town but worth the visit. The restaurant was close to the art museum and biking trails.

    2 meat meal - pulled pork & lean brisket with beans & collard greens

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    Long wait but the barbecue was excellent! Try the banana pudding next time!! You won't be disappointed!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent bbq! Stopped by the Saturday farmers market in town and a local vendor said to not miss this bbq. It was phenomenal. Very tasty!

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    2 years ago

    Food was delicious. Highly recommend the chicken, green beans with honey butter and Alabama BBQ sauce. Great service.

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    1 year ago

    Great bbq selections brisket pulled pork smoked sausage and down home sides . Nice location just off the square

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    Best restaurant ive had service was fantastic food was the best great Mac and cheese went to it back to back days it was that good

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    The food was excellent!! Hands down the best BBQ in NWA by far. The brisket is superior to anywhere else in the state!

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    Food was delicious both times we visited. Highly recommend if you're looking for good barbecue & awesome beans! A++

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    Food and service is amazing! I have found a place that has BBQ in NWA that I actually really love.

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    Food is outstanding, have to get the burnt ends! Great outside seating for nice weather.

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    If I could give 0 stars, I would. One of the most unprofessional vendor experiences that my fiance…read moreand I have encountered. We were excited about Sous Chef to cater our wedding. We had an initial conversation where there seemed to be genuine interest in working with us. We were encouraged to send inspiration photos, decor concepts, and menu ideas, and were told that a quote would follow. We promptly put together everything that was requested and sent it over, expecting to continue the conversation. What followed was more than two weeks of extremely poor communication and repeated unanswered follow-ups. Despite multiple attempts to get an update, we received little to no response regarding our inquiry. At no point were we given a quote, proposal, timeline, or any meaningful information that would allow us to evaluate whether this vendor was the right fit for our event. The most frustrating part was that after weeks of silence, concerns about our budget were suddenly raised without ever providing a quote or discussing alternative options. It is difficult to understand how conclusions about affordability can be made when a customer has never been given any pricing information to review in the first place. We even scheduled a call to discuss the event and specifically rearranged our schedules to make time for that conversation. Instead of the promised discussion, we received a last-minute message indicating they would not be moving forward. Had this been communicated weeks earlier, we would have completely understood and moved on. The issue was never that they declined the event--the issue was the lack of communication, responsiveness, and follow-through throughout the entire process. Wedding planning is stressful enough without having to repeatedly chase vendors for basic updates. A simple email acknowledging receipt of our materials, setting expectations, or letting us know they are unable to accommodate our event would have been appreciated. Instead, we were left waiting and following up for weeks. We ultimately are happy not to move forward with these guys because we value transparency, professionalism, and respect for our time. Based on our experience, I would strongly discourage prospective clients to rely on this catering company for any important event. Do NOT recommend.

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