You unpacked the boxes — now here is where students at Arkansas Tech University (Russellville, AR) actually eat, shop, bank, and hang out. Bookmark this for your first month.
CJ's Butcher Boy Burgers Burgers
Local favorite at 2803 N Arkansas Ave; fresh-ground burgers a short drive up the strip.
Midtown Coffee Coffee shop
At 407 N Arkansas Ave, an easy walk from campus; go-to study and espresso spot.
Tacos 4 Life Tacos
Russellville location markets itself to ATU; each meal bought donates a meal.
Las Palmas Mexican
Sit-down Mexican at 615 N Arkansas Ave, walkable from the dorms; big cheap plates.
Waffle House 24-hour diner
2404 N Arkansas Ave; open all night for late study sessions and post-game breakfast.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Smoothies
605 N Arkansas Ave, close to campus; smoothies, wraps and quick healthy-ish bites.
Walmart Supercenter Superstore
2409 E Main St; one-stop for groceries, dorm gear, electronics and a pharmacy.
Walmart Neighborhood Market Grocery
Smaller grocery-and-pharmacy format on the 72801 side of town; faster than the Supercenter.
Kroger Grocery
1109 W Main St; full grocery with digital coupons, close to the campus side of town.
Dollar Tree Discount store
Locations at 1108 W Main St and Valley Park Centre; cheap dorm and party supplies.
Hobby Lobby Crafts
3093 E Main St; posters, frames, storage and craft supplies for dorm decorating.
CVS Pharmacy Pharmacy
101 E Main St; 24-hour pharmacy with drive-thru and a UPS Access Point for shipping.
Walgreens Pharmacy
1100 E Main St, plus a second store at 3202 W Main; prescriptions and everyday basics.
MedExpress Urgent Care Urgent care
Walk-in clinic in Russellville for illness, minor injuries and sports physicals.
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Hospital
Russellville's hospital with 24/7 ER; the place for anything beyond urgent care.
Lake Dardanelle State Park
Minutes from campus; fishing, kayak rentals, trails and a lakeside visitor center.
Bona Dea Trails and Sanctuary
In-town wooded trail system on the city parks list; easy running and walking loops.
UEC Russellville Movie Theater
The local first-run multiplex; standard cheap-night option for weekend plans.
Mount Nebo State Park
About 20 minutes away across the river; sunset overlooks and real hiking.
Downtown Russellville
Historic Main Street area with coffee, local eats and seasonal events near the depot.
Hand-checked August 2026. Hours and locations change — give places a quick look before you head out. Some links on this site earn us a commission at no cost to you.