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The Local

4.6
4.6
2101 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Come visit and experience The Local!
We believe everyone should experience meals that feature delicately prepared fresh local ingredients in a great atmosphere. In our corner of the world, everyone's a Local. EAT, DRINK, & BE LOCAL

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 48 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Comfort Food

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (434) 984-9749

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Matthew Hart

  • Catering

    The Local is a full-service catering company that specializes in weddings, social gatherings & corporate events. Grand or intimate, focused on tradition or leaning toward trendy, your vision along with our capable guidance will reflect your personal style. Our staff is committed to details, offering unique options, bringing creativity and passion to the planning process.

  • Private party facilities

    The Local has a variety of venues that have been enjoyed over the years, which can be rented out individually or all together accommodating parties over 150 seated, 200 for cocktail events. Each space offers it’s own fully-functioning bar, handcrafted tables, and a beautiful atmosphere to hold your special event. Our larger spaces are located in the upstairs portion of our restaurant, and our Wine Room is located on the main floor.

  • Neighborhood

    Charlottesville

  • Parking details

    Most patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,101 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Virginia

    Most Booked

  • Charlottesville

    Best Value

  • Charlottesville

    Good for business meals

  • Charlottesville

    Healthy

  • Charlottesville

    Hot spot

  • Charlottesville

    Neighborhood gem

  • Charlottesville

    Lively

  • Charlottesville

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  1. Matt

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top-notch, as always!
  2. RobertH

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Never disappoints. Great menu with incredible service. Skander is awesome!
  3. DMW1

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always come to The Local whenever we visit Charlottesville. Food and staff are always great, we are never disappointed.
  4. Lori

    Naples

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    Very disappointing. The puttanesca had little flavor as well as shrimp. My. Salmon came raw andI had to send it back. It was so unappetizing and boring, I couldn’t even eat it. It was the worst salmon I’ve ever had. Both of us left our dinners mostly untouched. Finally, we are wine drinkers and found the wine selection very overpriced for all of the bottles. overall, the restaurant is very overrated.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Tuscany

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous!!! Absolutely delicious!! I got the braised short ribs, which were amazing! My Dad got the beef tenderloin and loved it. The Brine was amazing full of flavor!! My mom got the Trout and said it was one of the best pieces of trout she’s ever had! Top notch restaurant and service!
  6. MichaelS

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service but really noisy. Not much to be done about noise factor considering construction- old exposed brick walls.
  7. HeatherD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious gnocchi! The best we’ve ever had! And the dessert- pineapple cheesecake was so tasty. Will definitely plan to return.
  8. KevinE

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Glad we made reservations!! Friday night the place was packed!! We were well tended to and the food was awesome!!
  9. stablebum

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Very good food, good variety, energetic atmosphere.
  10. DebA

    West Virginia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    Freezing cold. They seated us next to a door from the outside used to bring food upstairs. It was a freezing night. Really? Why do this? Unremarkable food. Service was competent.
  11. woodstone

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Food was very nice and reasonably priced. Service is excellent and waiter was great with suggestions. Wine is expensive and overpriced
  12. JustinW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drinks: Wish they had Large Ice for Old Fashoneds B- Appetizers: Had Shrimp, fried oysters and crab soup. Small portions but outstanding A+ Dinner: I had the seafood pasta and my wife had the steak frites. It was good but would likely try other items next time B Desert: Black berry cobbler, a little small but outstanding. Recommend each person get their own A+
  13. LisaM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    Wonderful food. Amazing service. Very loud and crowded setting.
  14. bpeeps37

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second visit to The Local and I came back because of my previous experience. The food is fantastic and the atmosphere is nice. It's just one of those places you want to come back to. Our waitress, Riley, was outstanding!!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    We had a reservations and were seated right by the door so it was very crowded and loud. Our server was very short and to the point, made no small talk (we couldn’t even get a question out before she had walked away). The food was great, but the atmosphere was less than desirable. There was also a stinch to the restaurant when you walk in.
  16. sarey

    Richmond

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had not been for years - we will go back soon for sure. Great menu, perfect service, wonderful meal.
  17. DougS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely experience with wonderful attentive service, great cocktails and food and comfortable ambience. Can’t wait to return!!
  18. Phlip

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Read the reviews, the owner isn't taking responsibility for how this establishment is being run. Weak drinks and cold food won't be made right by giving away desserts or meals.
  19. SandS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Celebrated our daughter's birthday - all the staff was great! Menu offers a food variety and it was all very good. We plan to return in the future!
  20. Penelope

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The service was excellent and the atmosphere pleasant. The crab soup was absolutely wonderful, but the rockfish was disappointing -- bland, almost tasteless. I would definitely go back, but I would order something different.
  21. StanR

    Richmond

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent 1st visit. Service, food, atmosphere was great.
  22. Richard

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit to The Local. We were very pleased with our food and service. Will go back!
  23. jeffs

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food, great wine selection, good prices. I was there with 4 other folks who hadn't seen each other in years. We never got the feeling like we were being rushed to order or leave. It probably helped that it was in the middle of the week and the space wasn't crowded when we sat, but we were the last to leave that evening.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Superb, creative freezing. Very thoughtful and knowledgeable server.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Great service (our server, Stella, had awesome wine and food recommendations)! Loved the atmosphere. Highly recommend their house fried chicken dish, which is what their famous for. Will be a return customer.
  26. CrainS

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good. Shrimp appetizer was super. Short ribs and steaks were perfect
  27. PattyH

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spectacular food, outstanding atmosphere and the most friendly and fun server. Thanks for a wonderful experience Wond! We will be back often!
  28. TT850

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service and delicious food. Can’t ask for more!
  29. CarolynT

    Atlantic City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Great menu with lots of variety. First time there. Fabulous experience.
  30. KimberlyL

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great meal at The Local. Two of us had the filet with the yummiest mashed potatoes. The third person chose the Gnocchi Bolognese, which they are famous for. Desserts and drinks are always great too. I had a Dark and Stormy, which had pomegranate juice in it. The place is sneaky big, with a very nice outdoor dining area, and upstairs, there’s space for large groups and everyday dining.
  31. KevinS

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great reliable dinner, if you're in the Belmont area.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I love this restaurant. Delicious reasonably priced food. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Friends celebrating a retirement in the group. We weren’t rushed and just had a great time.
  33. Jenna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite restaurant in Charlottesville! So so so good.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Re-using appetizer utensils for entrees, placing utensils directly on the wooden tabletop, and not providing drinking straws unless requested, this restaurant is not for those who value cleanliness. I get the conservation angle, but, unless you are certain of the staff’s cleaning practices (our server was sweeping the dirty floor before serving our main course), you must overly rely on the staff’s representation. Even when we indicated we were uncomfortable with aspects of their service, we were not accommodated.
  35. LoriB

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, great service, and fantastic vibe.
  36. FoodieMe

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience1
    The food came out quickly and all together. Soup with entrees. The pork chop was so overcooked that it was difficult to cut with a steak knife. Despite this, I tried a bite. Somewhat warm on outside and not at all inside. Likely precooked and ‘warmed’ up. We were told the braised short ribs were fall apart tender. Our were like undercooked pot roast. We were seated upstairs and the floorboards were loose. Each time someone walked by, the table and chairs shook. This was about every 10-15 seconds. It took 15 minutes or so to find street parking.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New date night fav!
  38. TuckerD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal experience! Must get the fried chicken and collards! Also got the short ribs and crispy Brussels and loved it all! Very cool area of town
  39. MargaretH

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A bit noisy, but overall a great experience - would definitely recommend!
  40. FoodLuvr

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    We were a little disappointed with our first visit to The Local. The atmosphere was lovely - at least in the dining room and wine room (where we sat). The host offered us a seat in their outdoor tent or in the wine room, and after seeing the tent, we chose the wine room. Our server was fantastic, and we were happy to discover they offer half price bottles of wine on Monday nights. Our kids ordered the burger, and they were very happy with them, though the fries were cold and unsalted. My husband ordered the steak frites, which was pretty mediocre. I had the beef short ribs and mashed potatoes, and the short ribs were a little tough and the potatoes were cold. We ended up having a nice time in spite of the issues, but will probably not return.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Local using the Order Online button. The Local also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 984-9749.

The Local is rated 4.6 stars by 2101 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 48 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for The Local

824 Hinton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Charlottesville

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Most patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Matthew Hart

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (434) 984-9749

  • Catering

    The Local is a full-service catering company that specializes in weddings, social gatherings & corporate events. Grand or intimate, focused on tradition or leaning toward trendy, your vision along with our capable guidance will reflect your personal style. Our staff is committed to details, offering unique options, bringing creativity and passion to the planning process.

  • Private party facilities

    The Local has a variety of venues that have been enjoyed over the years, which can be rented out individually or all together accommodating parties over 150 seated, 200 for cocktail events. Each space offers it’s own fully-functioning bar, handcrafted tables, and a beautiful atmosphere to hold your special event. Our larger spaces are located in the upstairs portion of our restaurant, and our Wine Room is located on the main floor.

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