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Dining at The Hive - The Hive at 21c, Bentonville, AR

The Hive at 21c

4.3 (2401)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
200 NE A Street, Bentonville, AR 72712

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The Hive at 21c

4.3
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bentonville

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2 people
21:00
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
Located at 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville, The Hive emphasizes the unique culinary identity of Arkansas.
A communal gathering place, The Hive prepares locally sourced ingredients to showcase the unique culinary identity of Arkansas. The restaurant and lounge are perfect for catching up over drinks friends, entertaining important clients or simply grabbing a bite with friends and family in Bentonville

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Southern, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Micah Klasky
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a big business dinner or a milestone dinner with family and friends, the Private Dining Room is a comfortable, welcoming setting for groups of up to 30. We also have other event space within the 21c Museum Hotel to accommodate groups of almost any size.
  • Private party contact
    Reece Vaughan: (479) 286-6518
  • Area
    Bentonville
  • Cross Street
    Blake Street
  • Parking Details
    We offer valet parking, parking garage as well as street parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Hive at 21c.

4.3

4.3
(2401)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas

    Innovative

  • Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas

    Healthy

  • Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Northwest Arkansas

    Innovative

  • Northwest Arkansas

    Healthy

  • Northwest Arkansas

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Hive at 21c offers a vibrant dining experience with "impeccable, fresh, and locally sourced" dishes. Despite some slow service, the "warm and inviting" atmosphere, paired with the "delightful and artistic" setting, make it a memorable choice. Standout dishes include the ribeye steak and salmon, complemented by "friendly and knowledgeable" staff.
2,401 Reviews
  1. Amy Gold

    Chicago / Illinois127 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cauliflower soup, crispy potatoes and corn bread ( wonderful butter). Salmon was overcooked.

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  2. Cathy

    Nebraska2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    People should form their own opinions, but here was our experience: This is the second time we have dined at The Hive--3 years apart. Our first experience could not have been better--service, food, and drinks were outstanding--so we were eager to dine there a second time while driving through Bentonville. As expected, the service (by Wyatt!!) was outstanding and the drinks excellent. Although we did not take our server's recommendations for dinner after asking him to give a few (!), we ordered the salmon and the Berkshire pork. The salmon was Atlantic salmon, which is fine, but one would expect a more special cut of fish for the price. The sides were forgettable. The Berkshire pork should have been tender and juicy. It was overcooked and tough, but it was flavorful--and it would have been wasteful to send it back. The greens and squash that accompanied were perfect sides. Would I go back? Absolutely. Would I order the same dishes? Yes on the pork to give it another chance, no on the salmon.

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  3. Sandra Gold

    Austin19 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Extremely limited menu. The smoky smell was such that my clothes absorbed it.

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  4. Craig

    Chicago / Illinois18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We had dined at Hive in 2024 and the entire experience was first-rate from service to food quality. On this occasion both service and overall attention to flavors had declined. Several of the dishes were over-seasoned with one being so salty it was difficult to consume. Hopefully it was merely an off night because the evening disappointed when compared to our prior visit.
    The Hive at 21cResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Craig, Thank you for returning to Hive and for sharing your experience. We are sorry this visit fell short of the first-rate meal you remembered. We appreciate you calling out the over-seasoning and the overly salty dish; feedback about flavor balance matters to us. We hope you will give us another opportunity to earn the high marks from your prior visit. Warm regards, The Hive Management Team

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  5. Lauren Gold

    Chicago / Illinois97 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pork chop and salmon were delicious Adam was a great server.
    The Hive at 21cResponded on 27 October 2026
    Hello Lauren, Thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed the pork chop and salmon. We are very happy to hear that your server provided excellent service. We appreciate you taking the time to share this and hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal! Cheers, The Hive Management Team

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  6. Marisa Gold

    Kansas City / Kansas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely stellar food - we loved our meal here and will be back!
    The Hive at 21cResponded on 27 October 2026
    Hello Marisa, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled that you loved your meal and enjoyed the food. It means a lot that you will be back. We appreciate you choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon for another great experience. Cheers, The Hive Management Team

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  7. Gary Gold

    Houston5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I should have read previous reviews. Reservations at 6:45pm. After we ordered we were told it would be a 45 minute wait for our main course. It turned out to be a 90 minute wait. Our server said this is normal . The restaurant was only half full. In addition, three main courses were delivered together but the fourth came 10 minutes later. I don’t think this was a one off night.

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  8. Gail

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding. Personable, sensitive to our needs re: dietary restrictions, worked to overcome delays in service which were not in any way his fault. We were pleased with his recommendations —-the food was delicious.

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  9. Ann Gold

    Caribbean4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Happy place, very open seating so a little noisy. Food was ok, drinks were fabulous.
    The Hive at 21cResponded on 27 October 2026
    Hello Ann, Thank you for your kind review. We are glad you enjoyed our drinks and that the space felt cheerful. We are sorry the open seating made things a bit noisy and that the food was only okay. We appreciate your feedback and hope you will come visit us again. Cheers, The Hive Management Team

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  10. Kelly Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area39 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delighted to return to a 21C hotel restaurant and be greeted by their penguin mascot. Menu was wide ranging with lots of terrific choices. Our server, Erin, was very helpful and did not rush us. Had a great dinner, including a nice mini cocktail and appetizer taste to begin and then locally prepared foods. A delightful experience.
    The Hive at 21cResponded on 27 October 2026
    Hello Kelly, Thank you for returning to dine with us and for sharing this delightful review. We are so glad that the penguin mascot made a fun welcome and that our wide-ranging menu offered terrific choices. We appreciate you mentioning that your server was attentive, that you enjoyed the welcome bite pairing, and locally prepared dishes. We hope to welcome you back soon! Cheers, The Hive Management Team

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Southern, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Micah Klasky
  • Private party facilities
    Whether you’re hosting a big business dinner or a milestone dinner with family and friends, the Private Dining Room is a comfortable, welcoming setting for groups of up to 30. We also have other event space within the 21c Museum Hotel to accommodate groups of almost any size.
  • Private party contact
    Reece Vaughan: (479) 286-6518
  • Area
    Bentonville
  • Cross Street
    Blake Street
  • Parking Details
    We offer valet parking, parking garage as well as street parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, The Hive at 21c is often chosen for special evenings: guests celebrate anniversaries and birthdays here, praising the intimate atmosphere, thoughtful service, and wine list.

Sunday is a lovely choice, guests rave about Sunday brunch, and brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am–2:00 pm.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Yes, The Hive offers a happy hour Monday–Thursday from 4:00–6:00 pm with a dedicated bar menu of cocktails, local beers and small plates.

Yes, families and children are regular guests here: reviewers mention patrons of all ages, family meals (including a party of six), and playful touches like the green penguin that delighted a 9‑year‑old.

The Hive at 21c feels artful and modern, it's the hotel’s communal dining spot with gallery-style touches and playful green penguins, pairing a lively bar area with an inviting dining room.

The Hive at 21c tends to be busiest during big-event weekends and holiday service, while Sunday brunch visits are often restful and quieter.

The Hive at 21c, Breakfast: Daily 7:00 am–10:00 am; Bar: Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm; Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am; Brunch: Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm; Lunch: Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm; Happy Hour: Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–6:00 pm; Dinner: Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm; Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm.

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The Hive at 21c

4.3
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bentonville

Make a booking

2 people
21:00
Booked 19 times today
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