Casa Alejo is a family-owned Mexican restaurant in Northwest Arkansas with locations in Springdale and Rogers. The restaurant blends traditional Mexican flavors with contemporary presentation, earning a loyal following for its birria program, skirt steak Arrachera, and house specialties like Pollo Alejo and Arroz Alejo.
Signature items
Top-ordered birria dish
A quick look at popular items and their prices to help you plan your order.
| Item | Category | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Quesabirria | Birria | $15.00 |
| Pizzabirria | Birria | $18.00 |
| Birriamen | Birria | $16.00 |
| Arrachera | Specialties | $24.00 |
| Pollo Alejo | Specialties | $18.00 |
| Casa Burrito | Specialties | $18.00 |
| Carnitas | Specialties | $18.00 |
| Nachos Fajita | Nachos | $16.00 |
| Parrillada | Fajitas | $23.00 |
| Flautas Dip | Appetizers | $10.00 |
Like-for-like comparison of common menu categories at casual Mexican restaurants.
| Category | Casa Alejo | Chipotle | Qdoba | Moe's |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest starter | $2.00 (jalapeños) | $2.45 (chips & salsa) | $2.10 (chips) | $2.00 (cups of salsa) |
| Signature burrito | $18.00 | $10–$12 | $9–$11 | $9–$11 |
| Tacos (order) | $15.00 | $10–$12 | $9–$11 | $9–$10 |
| Loaded nachos | $16–$17 | $9–$11 | $9–$11 | $9–$10 |
| Dessert | $8–$9 | N/A | N/A | $3–$4 (cookies) |
Casa Alejo is a family-owned Mexican restaurant founded in Northwest Arkansas, with locations in downtown Springdale (101 W Emma Ave) and Rogers (122 S 2nd St). The restaurant takes its name from its founder and delivers a menu rooted in Mexican culinary tradition while incorporating contemporary flair — the kind of cooking that bridges a family recipe book with a modern dining room.
The menu's centerpiece is its birria program. Casa Alejo's Quesabirria — corn tortillas dipped in birria juice, filled with mozzarella, slow-braised beef, onions, and cilantro, served alongside a rich consommé — has become one of the most talked-about dishes in the region. The kitchen also prepares Pizzabirria and Birriamen (birria ramen), demonstrating a willingness to innovate without abandoning the soul of the original dish.
Beyond birria, the restaurant's Arrachera skirt steak and house specialty Pollo Alejo have earned consistent praise in online reviews. The Springdale location, which opened on historic W Emma Avenue, features a modern industrial interior that contrasts warmly with the homestyle cooking it serves. Casa Alejo is closed Mondays and maintains a 4.7-star rating on Yelp, reflecting the consistent hospitality and ingredient quality its regulars count on.
Find your nearest location in Springdale or Rogers, check current hours, and confirm today's prices on the official site.
Visit Casa Alejo's official siteCasa Alejo has two locations in Northwest Arkansas: 101 W Emma Ave in Springdale, AR 72764, and 122 S 2nd St in Rogers, AR 72756. Call Springdale at (479) 365-7222 or Rogers at (479) 372-6080 for details.
The Springdale location is open Tuesday–Thursday 11 AM–9 PM, Friday–Saturday 11 AM–10 PM, and Sunday 11 AM–8 PM; closed Monday. The Rogers location is open Monday–Thursday 11 AM–8 PM and Friday–Saturday 11 AM–10 PM; closed Sunday. Hours may vary — confirm on the official site or by phone.
Quesabirria is Casa Alejo's most popular dish: three corn tortillas dipped in rich birria (slow-braised beef) juice, then filled with mozzarella cheese, birria beef, diced onion, and fresh cilantro. Each order comes with a cup of warm consommé for dipping. It is priced at $15.00.
Yes. Vegetarian-friendly items include Queso Fundido ($9), churros ($8), Sopapilla Nachos ($9), and Tres Leches Cheese Cake ($9). Beverages including Topo Chico and fountain drinks are also plant-based. Ask your server about substitutions on quesadillas and nachos.
The Arrachera is a traditional Mexican skirt steak dish priced at $24.00. Skirt steak (arrachera) is a cut prized for its deep beefy flavor and is typically marinated, grilled hot, and served with rice, beans, tortillas, and house salsas. It is one of Casa Alejo's higher-end entrées and a top pick for beef lovers.
Casa Alejo is a mid-range casual dining restaurant. Appetizers run $9–$15, main dishes $13–$24, and desserts $8–$9. A typical dinner for one with an entrée, drink, and shared appetizer comes to roughly $20–$30 before tax and tip.
Birriamen ($16) is a creative fusion dish that combines the rich, spiced birria broth with ramen noodles. The bowl is filled with tender slow-braised birria beef, broth, noodles, and traditional garnishes like cilantro and diced onion — a playful cross-cultural take on two comfort-food classics.
Casa Alejo offers take-out and delivery (available through third-party services). For dine-in, check with each location about walk-in availability; as a popular local spot, wait times can be longer on weekends. Contact the restaurant directly at (479) 365-7222 (Springdale) or (479) 372-6080 (Rogers) for the most up-to-date seating and ordering information.
The most affordable options include Side of Jalapeños ($2.00), Topo Chico sparkling water ($3.00), Mexican Coke ($3.50), and fountain drinks ($3.59). For food, Queso Fundido ($9.00), Churros ($8.00), and Sopapilla Nachos ($9.00) offer great value. The Arroz Alejo specialty dish ($13.00) is the most affordable main course on the menu.