We were *thisclose* to canceling our reservation at Conifer, because my husband was worried about it being gluten-free, and we fortunately don't have any gluten issues. Well, as you can see, I am giving Conifer a 5-star review. So, it obviously wasn't an issue. In fact, to the contrary: If we would've canceled our reservation, we would've missed out on a fantastic meal and an absolutely lovely experience! The atmosphere is open and modern, but it also manages to feel warm, cozy and subdued. The chairs at the tables are super comfortable, and it's easy to carry on a quiet conversation throughout the meal. The cocktail selection is high-end and fabulous. We sat at the bar to wait for our table to be ready, and that is a well-run show. We both loved our drinks. Our server was excellent: informed, accessible and spent just the right amount of time with us at every turn. We had the cheddar biscuits and this flavored butter situation, the likes of which I've never experienced (and believe me, I've had a lot of butter in my time!). My husband said a couple days later, that he's still convinced there was accidentally gluten in those biscuits. There was NOT -- he just can't account for why they were so good. We both got fantastic entrees, and here is my only critique of the evening. Our roasted/grilled meats were absolutely DELISH, and they both came with sauce and nuts. Way, way too many nuts! For budgetary purposes alone, I'd think the chef wouldn't want to serve that many pine nuts to someone (but the pine nut chili crisp was unique and amazing). I shoved about half the nuts to the side and still had plenty. My husband's dish had the same issue, but with almonds. We figured between our plates, we had about $20 worth of nuts alone, lol. For dessert, we got the ice creams, and holy goodness! They stopped us in our tracks, they were so good. Creamy as all get-out and lusciously flavored. So, if you have a gluten intolerance or allergy, go to Conifer. If you can eat anything in the world, also go to Conifer! read more

Our first Conifer experience and it was truly excellent. I had been seeing it get James Beard Award recognition in recent years and now I can certainly see why. The atmosphere is a nice fine dining atmosphere but also feels modern and lively. We started with the biscuits, which are hard to believe are gluten free given how delicious they are. We both went with some mocktails that we both loved. It's not everywhere that puts so much effort into making their mocktails so flavorful. I absolutely loved the gnocchi and I can't wait to try more of their entrees. My wife had the short rib and wow, amazing. We were too full for dessert but they were kind enough to let us try a small portion of the sorbet and, you guessed it, also great. Kat took great care of us with recommendations and making sure any accommodations were met. Much appreciation to Conifer for a great date night! read more

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Brand new parking garage adjacent to the restaurant makes parking a breeze. The menu is small but everything is delicious. The service was good and they were pretty busy for a Tuesday night. Lots of couples dining in there. Pleasant ambiance. read more

Really delicious dinner with a seasonal local menu, served in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I really enjoyed the buckwheat pasta (I don't usually order pasta but the horseradish sold me!) and the roasted cauliflower (love the acid, sweet, spice, and texture). Great spot for tasty, interesting food that feels upscale but unstuffy. The parking situation is...not great. But that's true for every business in the area. I'd suggest Ubering or arriving early with time to find parking. read more

My husband and I are not gluten-free, but we were absolutely blown away by Conifer. We consider ourselves pretty big food snobs, and this was truly one of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had. The burrata appetizer was incredibly fresh and flavorful. My husband ordered the lamb meatballs, and I had the gnocchi--both dishes were rich, filling, and absolutely delicious. Our server, Zach, was fantastic. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. We also noticed how well the entire staff worked together, stepping in to help each other seamlessly, which made the whole experience feel even more polished and welcoming. We were celebrating our 15th anniversary, and the team surprised us with a complimentary blackberry sorbet for dessert. It was the perfect, refreshing ending to an unforgettable meal. Between the outstanding food, exceptional service, and wonderful atmosphere, Conifer exceeded every expectation. We'll definitely be back! read more

Conifer - Blackberry Sorbet - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

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Dinner Friday night, first time at Conifer. Service was fantastic, drinks were good, menu a bit limited. We had Scallops and Chicken, both were very good. Chicken was a huge dish, plenty to share or have lunch next day. Cheddar biscuits were just as good as regular ones. read more

Conifer is good. But in order to be great, I would plead with them to rethink their plate structure. I've been here twice in the past 6 months and the 1st time here I had the pork chop with grits and black eyed peas and mostarda. It was a good, rich dish but got old after the same bite over and over with no vegetable or something to break up rhe richness. The morstada was very sweet. Same with my most recent visit and the lamb meatballs. 5 meatballs and 2 cups of grits with a pistachio sauce is a lot with nothing to break up the richness and saltiness of the lamb and grits. The lamb is high quality and delicious btw. At these prices, they should be able to put something pickled or vegetable forward on the plate to break up these dishes. Or, offer vegetable sides. Also, large portions of starch don't exactly invite me to order dessert or drink more. Both entrees I had, had a lot of starch on the plate. Overall, I'd encourage a visit to Conifer and I'll give it another shot myself as the seasons and menu changes with it. read more

Conifer - Pork chop from April 2024 - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

So good. Attention to detail on the food! I have food allergies- everything is gluten free and vegan options. Service / is great! When we're in town we always look forward to this place . read more

Unexpectedly amazing. I visited from Las Vegas as a solo diner and got to sit at the bar. A very talented young man shook the night away all by himself. I ordered the clarified punch and man, the foam was incredible and it went so well with my chicken and waffles. The plate was very generous so I opted not to order any more food although I admired the kitchen all night along with the food it produced. Cheers to your success, I hope to come back to NWA just to eat here again. read more

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We decided to treat ourselves for our 25th anniversary. Stepping into this amazing atmosphere you know you are in for a decadent meal and amazing service and well worth the treat. The parking is a bit tricky with construction and the private lot for the apartments so be mindful on signage on where to park as you arrive. We had reservations for 5:30 and learned the earlier the better.... Things definitely picked up as the evening went on. The singing was very well marked to navigate our way to the hostess stand.... Thanks!! We were seated in a bench seating type area. I asked our server Sarah if we could move to a quieter spot and she moved us to the window seat. It was perfect! And while we're on topic of servers... Sarah was simply amazing! Sweet, informative and attentive to all the details. She welcomed us and gave us a good overview since this was our first experience. We ordered a flat bread to start (off menu) with accommodated my fair free needs while also meeting my bread craving! Ohhh and most important this whole restaurant is celiac safe!! Say what! You would never know the food is all gfree!!! I was able to eat without ANY FEAR!!!' Oh praise Jesus! We ordered the Halibut and Brisket for our entree. Sarah brought us out a sweet watermelon sorbet for dessert with such attention to detail we truly felt like it was a celebration. This review has gin on long enough.... But I could probably keep going! Highly recommend this spot for any special occasion or simply to relax and enjoy a beautiful environment. Well done Confier!!! Well done! read more

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Had a delightful dinner with friends at Conifer on Friday night. The whole menu is gluten free which is great for people with dietary restrictions. Most of the dishes we ordered we really enjoyed. Consensus was that the halibut was our favorite dish and that the mushroom pasta was too salty. Other dishes that we loved were the beets, falafel and chicken with dumplings. The restaurant was pretty large but still managed to feel cozy and service was friendly and attentive. Our waiter was incredibly helpful in reviewing the menu choices with us. For dessert, we had the apple crumble and the chocolate cake. Both were good but not exceptional. Overall, we really loved Conifer and would be excited to come back next time we came to town. read more

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My husband and I ate at Conifer for an early valentine's dinner. Needless to say the food was incredible, from the appetizers, to the entrees, to the dessert. Our server Paige was very knowledgeable about the menu and kind. Will definitely return for another dinner in the near future! read more

We liked this place but did not love it enough to give five stars. We would come back again because they change their menu based on what's in seasonal and local food. Loved the concept and the decor. Service was wonderful. Flavors were unique yet approachable. It felt a bit overpriced for what it was, like they are trying but slightly missed the mark. read more

Conifer - Rockfish - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

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Great meal! Alex the bartender was the perfect guide and did not steer us wrong. Everything was so well executed and spot on. New favorite in BV! read more

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This is the fifth time I've been to this restaurant and in the past it's always been consistent, they definitely stretch my bland pallet. This particular time my group of five was disappointed, no one walked away saying wow that was a fantastic meal. The chicken was dry, the salmon was served upside down with the skin on it and didn't have much flavor. It looked like it was served in a bowl of soup. A few of the mixed drinks weren't mixed very well which was disappointing. Our server was very attentive and pleasant. Hopefully this was a one night event and not a trend due to all the new help, but we will take a break from this place for now. read more

A nice addition to the growing Bentonville food scene. We really enjoyed the seasonal offerings and flavor fusion here. The service was impeccable and the ambiance is nice. read more

This gluten free restaurant is a little strange to access from the road. But once you find it, it is beautiful and extremely posh. I had a salad and fried mushrooms--they are bug generous oyster mushrooms the size of a lamb's head, and pretty delicious. To be honest, they could do with less sauce as it overpowered the delicious mushrooms a bit. Honestly I had a great experience here, I just think the prices are a bit steep. If you need a lot of food, there are great places in the area that are more affordable, if a bit less unique. read more

Conifer - Entrance - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

The food was really good but very pricey. I had the beef brisket (cooked for 3 days) served over extremely creamy polenta and a to die for demi-glace. Hubby had pork chops with butternut squash and hazelnuts. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was an unexpected pleasure, deep fried and tossed in a honey chili crisp sauce and topped with nutty dukkah. This is the place where I will go for special occasions (it was our anniversary) or if someone else is paying. The ambiance is sleek, modern and noisy. Our waiter was extremely friendly and helpful. Can't wait for the next special occasion. read more

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Amazing food! Great selection of gluten free items. The revolving menus keeps you coming back for more! This restaurant has a very intimate atmosphere. The chefs and staff are great! read more

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Food is amazing. The menu is divided into 3 parts but not labeled. The scallops under what you assume is apps is dinner sized. I had the black cod and it was amazing. However, note to management. Train your servers better! Our server, Kat, did not know the menu. We asked if the scallops were bay or sea and she had no idea. When you are charging $30+ for entrees and the restaurant has lots of seafood, this should have been a basic question to answer. She also told us it was a small portion. It was not. She also didn't know the wine when asked about it and service was slow. Do better management! read more

Wow, this restaurant was incredible! Every dish was bursting with flavor and absolutely delicious. I love how the menu changes seasonally based on availability. I had the Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, crab cakes, and beets -- each dish was better than the last! I just wish I lived in the area so I could come back more often! read more

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Expensive prices, fake fancy atmosphere, got rid of best experience: Sunday Supper Bring back Sunday Supper where people can leave broke but at least full read more

Very strange experience. I came alone because I knew it would be expensive, and my goodness I was right. I could taste the fresh veggies but pretty much nothing else. Sure, they may have tried to highlight the quality ingredients but add some more salt and pepper! I guess because I was alone my server only stopped by to take my order and take my card. The atmosphere was okay but everything else ruined this experience. read more

Amazing! I was told this chief is the one from Preacher's son. I had a blue corn flatbread that was amazing!!! It's best to make reservations. Luckily we got a spot outside. read more

I rarely get to write this type of review, a positive one. Having wanted to go for some time, I finally had the best dinner partner, my mother, who was visiting from out of town. We were excited to get (a little) dressed up and experience an all-gluten-free menu. Although it's a little tricky finding your way into Conifer due to the street construction, once you make your way into the space, you find yourself in a bit of awe at the restaurant's beauty from both a functional and aesthetic stance. We were immediately escorted to our table and greeted by the most dazzling server, Frankie, who was just as pretty as she was friendly. We both ordered our mocktails and were given an overview of the items not featured on the menu. We started with the beet salad and the cornbread for our appetizer while we continued to pursue all the delicacies illustrated on the menu page. The beets were exceptional for an appetizer, and the cornbread's butter was fresh and zesty. I ordered the chicken and dumplings, and my mother ordered the crab cakes for our main meal. We split the brussels sprouts, and both ordered dessert...yes, we couldn't stop eating. Between the oohs and ahhs, Frankie would appear to see how we were doing, and each time, she shared a little about the restaurant, the owner, and how much she enjoyed working at Conifer; such pleasant conversations to go along with such an exceptional meal. The meal was on par with any other celebrated cuisine, and I have had the luxury of eating at several Michelin-starred and James Beard-winning establishments. NW Arkansas has some excellent restaurants indeed, fewer than you might think for a gentrified area such as this, but a few. I can always find a few things on any restaurant menu that allows me to eat out wherever I go. Conifer has won the top slot! Is it pricey? Well, perhaps to some, but for me, having no choice other than a gluten-free diet, it was a delight to eat as I did before having to eliminate gluten. There was something on the menu for everyone, even those without gluten allergies. The chef, Matthew Cooper, was kind enough to come to speak with my mother and me. He was just as cool as his food, and his food was delicious. Eating at Conifer was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and I am excited to head back and try something new each visit. read more

Service was very good. We were there for our anniversary and the wait staff acknowledged our special day with deserts. Enjoyed the New Zealand wine. Not everyone has it. read more

Friendly and responsive team as well as amazing GF cuisine. My only negative is that the noise level is too loud in the dinning room and had to eat on the patio, with perfect evening weather it was wonderful. read more

Atmosphere and service were excellent. We enjoyed the biscuits and burrata. I had the steak, my wife had the autumn ratatouille. The ratatouille was tasty but the steak was toughest medium rare steak I have ever had in a restaurant. Very disappointing. Brown butter ice cream was delicious! read more

Amazing locally sourced, gluten free dishes from Chef Matthew Cooper. But I'm going 5 stars for the bar... no better cocktails in NWA. Alex and Mason curate a fabulous seasonal cocktail menu that keeps us coming back. read more

Arrived on a Saturday night, 7:30 and the dining room was about 60-70% full. By 8:30 it was nice to see they were at full capacity, crowd arrives a little later I guess. My wife and I were immediately given water, and we ordered drinks. They have a good selection of Gin, I ordered a G&T with Gray Whale. My wife ordered a Bees Knees...we waited 25min. Should be at most 10min IMO. We ordered the bread basket which were dropped buttermilk biscuits. Excellent, I think they (3 of them) were $12 and if you think that's expensive, they exude homemade and are just delightful. Served with whipped butter....worth it! We each also ordered the Caesar Salads and they had a cheese (can't remember which cheese) dressing with these delightful tiny croutons, or similar, which really went well. Of course it was a Caesar Salad but I really didn't think I was eating a Caesar Salad, simply delicious, fresh and not typical of the common analog dish. Also, we each ordered the Strip Steak with chimichurri. I had originally thought when ordering it would be a skirt steak or similar because it was described as strip steak but it's a NY Strip Steak. No problem. The plating had very typical home style potato's, likely deep fried. I will say that the steak was described as 14oz and when delivered I thought it was all of 16oz. The steak was tough and dry and the potatoes were also dry. That's all that was plated and fell short of anything approaching above average. I thought it was strange that the potatoes were dry, not a typical experience but nevertheless. Honestly, I could have gotten better at a pedestrian diner. I dealt with it with my water and second G&T. The chimichurri helped some but the steak was so tough and dry, its meager assistance simply didn't suffice. I get the Conifer sources fresh and locally and I'm happy to pay more for that...I don't blink twice to pay hundreds of dollars for a good dinner...worth it. But the entree was $80 and simply wasn't worth it, fell way short and I think it was a $45-$50 plate at most. The plating shouldn't have had home style potatoes, perhaps a Brazilian potato recipe, plenty of choices there. And if they served the home style potatoes, for $80 I personally think they should have added something more to the plating to expand the experience. Not just the steak and potatoes, such as a Brazilian side greenery. We did order dessert. Hey Conifer, I'd be dining with you again, this wasn't my first experience. I'd also be happy to spend another +$300 bill again. But the Strip Steak entree you were serving fell short your standards. It was lazy plating. It would also be nice if the drink service can be more responsive. read more

Our group had requested a quiet table, the restaurant is extremely loud. We were set up at a table outside, which was lovely it took an hour to o bring our wine and after two hours we had no entrees, paid for apps and wine and left. So disappointing. read more

Food is extremely expensive and definitely not worth the price. 50$ for overcooked salmon with beans. Very few menu options for food but lots for drinks. So I would say this is a good place to come for drinks because they were amazing!!! STAY AWAY from the food!!!! read more

Food and service were both amazing! This place is great for a date night with quality food and atmosphere. read more

Conifer - Scallops - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

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Terrible service - had to order dessert from the waitress twice, she never checked in with me about how the food was, and the description of the dessert didn't match the actual not even close. The matcha cake was supposed to have matcha powder on top but it didn't. It was this very dry, stale tasting loaf where I couldn't taste the grapefruit and the top was tough, almost over baked Further...there's a 3.5% transaction fee for cards which I didn't know about until I saw the receipt The entree was alright if not a little over cooked. Sauce was good and the veggies were yummy. Between the price, the dessert, and the service this place is pretty bad. read more

Conifer - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

Love having an all gluten free restaurant that also caters to other dietary needs! They have a unique dishes and change their menu seasonally. It is an expensive menu, however you can tell there is a lot of effort put into every dish. The downside was that we planned ahead with reservations and were expecting more of an experience than was provided. We were in and out of the restaurant in 45 minutes (we ordered drinks, apps, and our meal). We wished that our server was more explanatory about how their menu works. All of the food was brought out at the same time, but we wanted to enjoy each plate as it's own. Many of the dishes are prepared to be shareable, which we assumed on our own, but the flavors did not mesh well. While everything was delicious, it did not deliver a cohesive flavor profile. For the price, there needs to be a better service and more of an experience. Lots of opportunity for this new restaurant and definitely recommend giving it a try! read more

Conifer - Chicken tikki masala, Brussels sprouts, and Yukon potatoes - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

This place is a GEM for anyone to be lucky enough to dine there but ESPECIALLY if you have any food allergies or intolerances. The *entire* restaurant is gluten free and many of their dishes are dairy free and nut free. The Chef goes to great lengths to make an inclusive environment and everything is beautiful - the restaurant itself, the table settings, decor, lighting, plating etc. Top notch! The service was phenomenal as well. We chose this spot for our anniversary dinner and it was such a lovely experience from the time we sat down to the time we left. Our server (Sara I think?) was SO attentive (but not intrusive) and she took her time to explain the drinks and menus and didn't make us feel the least bit rushed even though our reservation was a later one. Such a doll and she even brought us a little candelit treat to celebrate our anniversary! Such a thoughtful gesture. The hostess was also extremely welcoming. We honestly felt like they rolled out the red carpet for us! And for all of you seeing the menu prices, I will say, even hearty appetites shouldn't leave hungry. We felt like the portions were very generous for a higher end restaurant! My only critiques would be that it was difficult to find and parking wasn't the easiest due to some construction. Also, do note that if you're celebrating a romantic occasion, the acoustics in the restaurant aren't great for that. It was a bit loud in there. But other than that, I'd give them a 10/10! read more

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The food and ambience are exceptional... and the sides/apps are novel and delicious. We sat at the bar and enjoyed the evening enjoying appetizers and drinks. Conifer is ridiculously expensive though. $60 for a moderately sized piece of halibut! Worth a trip for a special occasion. The menu is somewhat limited as well--not a lot to choose from. Happy to have been there, but because of cost, I may consider other alternatives in the future. read more

A beautiful new restaurant right off the square in Bentonville offers gluten free fine dining yet very casual. We started with cocktails that were excellent. I ordered the Cobb Salad which was very large and had a great dressing, I could only eat half of it. My wife had the Mushroom Flatbread that was full of flavors. We both ordered the Trout and we both loved it. it was seasoned very well. I had the Panna Cotta for dessert and it was really good. My wife had the chocolate cake and really enjoyed it. The food, atmosphere and service was outstanding. Quite expensive as well. read more

A true culinary experience! The menu changes at unknown times with the seasons which always keeps it interesting. The dishes are bursting with flavor. Ever dish I've had is excellent. read more

Conifer - The quality of the food and the flavors are out of this world! - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas

As a celiac, I was super excited trying to Conifer but also a little sceptic from all the hype this restaurant has received. Let me tell you the hype is NOT enough!!! I had the best meal with my family. The staff is super nice and attentive. A must try in Bentonville!!! They did a really good job on creating a cozy atmosphere! Their menu is seasonal so it gives me an excuse to come back very soon!! read more

Conifer - Chicken & Dumplings - New American Near Me - Bentonville, Arkansas