Step into our Sicilian summer escape at Carmela, BlakeSt’s newest Backyard pop-up. This summer, our Backyard Bar has transformed into Carmela, a lush, sun-drenched garden rooted in Sicily’s vibrant flavors and timeless spirit. In Italian, Carmela means “garden,” and that’s what we hope to cultivate for you this summer—a place where community blooms and the freshest ingredients shine. Inspired by rolling hills, seaside villages, and abundant citrus groves of the Sicilian countryside, Carmela brings the romance and richness of Old World traditions right to the heart of Bentonville.

Whether you’re lingering over lunch with friends, enjoying aperitivo hour under the stars, or dancing late into the night at one of our summer events, Carmela invites you to slow down, savor each bite, and soak in la dolce vita.