Pat's Bakery & Express Coffee

bentonville has grown fast, and its coffee scene has kept pace in ways that would surprise you if you haven't been paying attention. pat's bakery & express coffee on n walton blvd is where that growth feels grounded rather than frantic. the regulars here are loyal in the particular way people get loyal to a place that doesn't let them down, and that loyalty tends to be well-placed. the pastries are the real draw alongside the coffee, not an afterthought, and that pairing is what shapes the rhythm of a visit. if you're moving through the walton boulevard corridor on a weekday morning, this is a genuinely good reason to stop. start with whatever's in the pastry case.