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featured dining guide story Advertorial Feature By Suzanne RhodeS | nwa democRat-Gazette Something for everyone at Boar's Nest Sports Bar 42 What's up! JuLY 7-13, 2019 W hat better way to escape summer heat than to slip into a seat at Northwest Arkansas' favorite sports bar, Boar's Nest, for a frosty glass of craft beer, like the flavorful new Karbach Blood Orange Radler served nowhere else in Rogers. "We keep quite a few local beers on tap," said John Hudec, who, with his wife Heather, is Boar's Nest's owner. He's also the executive chef. Besides 18 taps, the full bar features favorites like Long Island Iced Tea, Bahama Mamas and Vegas Bomb. But don't stop with a cold one. The restaurant has "the best bar food in town. Everything is made to order and most items are made fresh, not frozen," John noted. "There are plenty of TVs and other things to do, but this is what sets us apart." The most popular menu items are smoked and dry-rubbed wings, cheese fries with barbecue and the mouth- watering Pappa Joe Po Boy — a blend of brisket, smoked sausage, red onions, pickles and spicy barbecue sauce. Guests love the daily lunch blue plate specials, too, with tempting meals like Smoked Meatloaf, Stuffed Pork Loin, Shepherd's Pie and Beef Tips – downhome food for only $7.99. John can't help being enthusiastic about the new summer menus. In mid-July, "we'll be adding a Brewhouse Pretzel, Philly Cheesesteak sandwich, and the BBQ-Stuffed Mac and Cheese. In August, we'll be starting our Sunday brunch, with items like Praline French Toast, Southern Eggs Benedict and Chiliquiles." The $3.99 kids' menu lists hamburgers, grilled cheese, mac and cheese and chicken strips. Actually, kids eat free — one free meal for every child 10 and younger with a paying adult. But Boar's Nest isn't just about their exceptional food. According to John, "the atmosphere and the people also are what makes us stand out. We're a family- friendly bar and very laid back. We have plenty of room for people to just hang out without feeling like someone is sitting on top of them [the restaurant seats 180 people]. We want customers to feel like part of the family. Most people are hooked once they come in." He said well over half of the customers are regulars. Fresh food and a family-friendly atmosphere set this Rogers restaurant apart