New Microbrewery Restaurant Coming to Downtown Bentonville
The Bentonville Planning Commission recently reviewed and approved an application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a microbrewery restaurant at 410 Southwest A Street. The project is set to bring a fresh addition to the city’s expanding food and beverage scene in the heart of Downtown Bentonville.
Project Overview
The property, located at 410 Southwest A Street, is zoned D-C (Downtown Core), with a Future Land Use Map Designation of Downtown Commercial. While this area is already a hub for restaurants and retail, the specific use as a microbrewery requires a conditional use permit.
According to the applicant, SW A Building, the proposed microbrewery restaurant will operate from Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The restaurant plans to employ 3 full-time staff and between 2-6 part-time employees, and is anticipating around 50 patrons per day. Additionally, two delivery trucks per week will service the restaurant.
Interior Renovations
The project involves several interior modifications, including:
Building an 18-foot wall to separate the kitchen from the taproom.
Removing the existing bar and constructing a new one.
Patching and painting interior walls.
Installing new plumbing for the bar, and adding 110 plugs and 220-amp service to support the brewing system.
The restaurant will share parking with other suites in the area, and no structural exterior changes are planned for the building.
Impact on Traffic and Infrastructure
Because the site was previously used as a restaurant, the transition to a microbrewery restaurant is not expected to create a significant increase in traffic. Southwest A Street, which connects to major roads like Southwest 8th Street and South Walton Boulevard, will continue to handle the normal flow of vehicles without disruption.
Conditions of Approval
The Planning Commission outlined several conditions for the approval of the Conditional Use Permit:
The permit is valid in perpetuity, as long as the property continues to be used as a microbrewery restaurant. If the property ceases to operate in this capacity for one year, the permit will be revoked.
The applicant must secure an approved CALT (Commercial Alteration Permit) from the Bentonville Building and Fire Department before proceeding with renovations.
Any significant changes in scope, use, or ownership may require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Coordination with the Building and Fire Safety Department is required for any additional permitting needs.
Additionally, the Water and Sewer Department requested that the project meet cross-connection and sewer pretreatment standards. The suite does not currently have a backflow device, which will be a required installation before operations begin.
Conclusion
With the approval of the Conditional Use Permit, Bentonville residents can soon look forward to enjoying a new microbrewery restaurant in the downtown area. The project is expected to contribute to the vibrant dining scene while also boosting the local economy.
