Arsaga's Will Open New Location on Mount Sequoyah

The restaurant and coffee shop will debut at the Mount Sequoyah Center in late 2026.

Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Dining Out

Bold vector editorial illustration of a coffee mug and pastry on a table looking out toward forested mountains, representing a new cafe location. — Arsaga's plans to open a new restaurant and coffee shop at the Mount Sequoyah Center in Fayetteville, scheduled for late 2026. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Cary Arsaga is set to expand his local dining brand with a new location, Arsaga's on the Mountain, at 150 N. Skyline Drive in Fayetteville. The restaurant is scheduled to open its doors to the public in late 2026.

Why it matters

The project follows a 2023 Fayetteville City Council decision to rezone the site, allowing commercial activity on a campus previously restricted to institutional use. The expansion adds to the existing network of four Arsaga's locations currently operating in the area.

The new site at 150 N. Skyline Drive features an outdoor rock patio and a deck currently under construction. The interior design incorporates custom tables crafted by local artisans Craig Young and Eugene Sargent.

The players

Cary Arsaga

He is the owner and operator of the local Arsaga's restaurant chain.

Craig Young

He is a local artisan responsible for designing the tables in the restaurant's interior.

Eugene Sargent

He is a local artisan who collaborated on the custom table designs for the new space.

The details

The facility will operate as a restaurant and coffee shop serving food, beer, wine, and soft-serve ice cream, with additional bakery operations on site. Owner Cary Arsaga chose the location specifically for the campus atmosphere at the Mount Sequoyah Center.

The Fayetteville City Council approved the site rezoning in 2023.
Mount Sequoyah officials issued a request for proposals in 2025.
Arsaga's on the Mountain is scheduled to open in late 2026.

Roadmap

This project represents a broader transition for the Mount Sequoyah Center as it shifts from strictly institutional use to a mixed-use campus. The development follows a 2023 Fayetteville City Council rezoning that enables local businesses to integrate with historical and educational sites.

Residents and campus visitors can expect a new venue offering coffee, wine, beer, and bakery goods by late 2026. The outdoor rock patio and new deck will provide additional space for community gatherings and dining.

The takeaway

The transformation of the Mount Sequoyah Center highlights a growing trend of adaptive reuse in Fayetteville's historical spaces. Local diners can look forward to a new venue that blends artisan-crafted interiors with diverse food and beverage options.