Ramen Nara in Rogers is a locally-owned Japanese restaurant offering authentic ramen—including vegan, gluten-free, and keto options—crafted with locally sourced ingredients in a cozy, welcoming setting. ​

Menya Kitakara in Springdale offers a wide variety of authentic, expertly-crafted ramen, along with karaage appetizers and curry rice dishes.

Akira Ramen & Bowl in Fayetteville serves authentic Japanese ramen, okonomiyaki, and rice bowl dishes.

Rice Forest is a cozy Asian fusion restaurant in Fayetteville celebrated for its authentic flavors, standout dishes like Sichuan dumplings and Hong Kong-style BBQ pork.

BoBo's Ribbon Ice in Fayetteville is a Taiwanese specialty cafe offering desserts, like shaved ribbon ice and bubble tea, as well as snacks like taiyaki (fish-shaped ice cream), takoyaki (Japanese fried balls filled with octopus and topped with bonito flakes), and Taiwanese, white pepper popcorn chicken.