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4.3
- 4.2Food
- 4.4Service
- 4.3Ambience
- 4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
The Local
4.3 (2598)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
824 Hinton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Make a reservation
2 people
Jun 30, 2025
7:00 PM
About this restaurant
- Neighborhood gem
- Charming
- Good for groups
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary American, Comfort Food
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefMatthew Hart
- CateringThe 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 facilitiesThe 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.
- NeighborhoodCharlottesville
- Parking detailsMost patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.
- AdditionalBanquet, 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
What 2,598 people are saying
The Local reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Loved For
Charlottesville
Good for groups
Charlottesville
Healthy
Charlottesville
Neighborhood gem
Charlottesville
Most Booked
Review summary
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2,598 Reviews
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Fritz
Washington, D.C. Area35 reviews
4.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Janette
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill5 reviews
5.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Curtis VIP
Virginia12 reviews
5.0Dined on June 21, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Sue
Kent1 review
4.0Dined on June 20, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Taylor VIP
Washington, D.C. Area15 reviews
3.0Dined on June 15, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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John
Washington, D.C. Area39 reviews
4.0Dined on June 12, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Tim
Washington, D.C. Area9 reviews
3.0Dined on June 7, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Jessica
Virginia6 reviews
5.0Dined on June 6, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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molly
New York City14 reviews
5.0Dined on June 3, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Alison
Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews
4.0Dined on June 3, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
The LocalResponded 7 days agoIs this helpful?
FAQs
The Local offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 984-9749.
The Local is rated 4.3 stars by 2598 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Make a reservation
2 people
Jun 30, 2025
7:00 PM
824 Hinton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Additional information
- NeighborhoodCharlottesville
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary American, Comfort Food
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsMost patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefMatthew Hart
- AdditionalBanquet, 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
- CateringThe 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 facilitiesThe 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.