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    4.0 (167 reviews)
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    House salad
    Jennie K.

    Local 104 is a locally owned pizza and bar restaurant that took over the space previously occupied by a 7-Eleven and the Lake Forest Park Market. The space has been completely revamped into a cozy restaurant--you'd probably never guess it used to be a small convenience store. Given that it took over a former convenience store, it makes sense that on-site parking is quite limited. The restaurant has a uniquely laid-out private lot that fits about 18-20 cars, with only one way in and one way out. If the lot is full, there are a few additional spaces available through a partnership with Wizz Kids Academy across the street (though there is one particular spot that customers are asked not to park in, as indicated on a sign by the door). If those spots are also taken, your best option is street parking along nearby residential roads. On certain days, Local 104 can get packed, both inside and out. You'll often find local residents dining in or gathering to watch sports games on the TVs. I visited on a Thursday evening in late July, right in the middle of a heatwave. Stepping inside, we were greeted by a refreshing breeze from the A/C. While the main dining space wasn't too busy, the entrance area was lively with customers picking up orders or waiting for patio seating. The restaurant offers multiple seating options, including a bar area, two patios, and the main dining room. My friend and I opted to sit inside, near the patio--so we got the best of both worlds: fresh air and A/C. After browsing the menu, we decided on the Pat Kane, The Max, and the House Salad. The salad was refreshing and flavorful, featuring Cosmic Crisp apples, walnut chunks, and a charred lemon vinaigrette. It paired well with both pizzas. The Max was a classic pepperoni-style pizza topped with fresh basil, while the Pat Kane came with sliced meatballs. Both pizzas were hand-tossed and wood-fired, evident from the char on the crust and base. The crust had a nice balance--soft with a slight crunch at the edges. While the dough itself was a bit bland, the sauce and toppings more than made up for it. The staff were welcoming and attentive, and my friend and I definitely plan to return to try more of their pizzas. TL;DR: Local 104 is a cozy, locally owned pizza and bar spot that took over a former convenience store space. Parking is limited but there are nearby alternatives. The restaurant offers indoor and patio seating, and has a lively, neighborhood vibe. During a hot July evening visit, we enjoyed The Max (pepperoni & basil), Pat Kane (meatball-topped), and a refreshing House Salad with apples and walnuts. The wood-fired pizzas had great toppings, though the dough was a bit bland. Friendly staff and good food--worth a return visit!

    Max Pizza

    Still amazing food amazing service amazing ambiance if you have never then you best go!

    House salad
    Maryam G.

    "Hidden gem" is not quite sufficient. Local 104 is perhaps not so hidden given how busy it was on a Friday night, and, if it were a gem, it would be an emerald (see what I did there?). For a pizza and beer joint, this place is exquisite. They serve the best pizza I've had around--even better than the wood-fired one at the farmers market. Perfectly crispy and charred crust, super fresh sauce that tastes of tomatoes and herbs (not sugar), and thoughtful toppings. We got two of the margheritas, and they were perfection. We also ordered the house salad, which came with pristine mixed greens, toasted hazelnuts, sliced apple, and a lemon dressing. We had to order a second serving of salad because we loved it that much. Two pizzas and two salads was enough food for 3 medium-hungry adults and a toddler. The ambiance manages to be both hip and inviting, and we noticed parties of families with young kids and couples sharing a low key date night. There with our own young kids, we adults got to feel like we were out in a nice place without the pressure of keeping our kids perfectly behaved. I cannot say enough about how delicious the food was, but equally impressive was the genuine kindness of all the staff. Our server was a dream; not only patient with our feral toddler but actually friendly. The host happily obliged our request to sit outside until a table opened up inside even though this is annoying (we only asked because we worried our infant would be cold, but it turned out the heated patio was warm enough). And someone behind the to-go counter seemed to have rapport with other customers. I take all this time on this to convey that their kindness makes Local 104 such a welcoming place. We regret that we hadn't tried it sooner, but we are excited to make up for it with frequent future visits.

    Kristin S.

    Really enjoyed this neighborhood joint! I loved the atmosphere, friendly and attentive service, fresh ingredients. Super cool vibe, great outdoor spaces, wine,beer, and full bar . Pros: - the mussels are a fun try, prepared in a tasty broth and steamed under a layer of pizza dough. Great for dipping! - my favorite were the fried oysters- fresh and served with aioli! 5 pieces in an order. - pizza was fresh, flavorful and the thin crust was delicious. Personal preference is I'd love the crust to have a light crisp all the way through. Just enough so it can hold its own. This one seemed to be soggy in the middle so it's pretty floppy. - was excited to see polenta fries on the menu! Served with marinara dip and next time I'll ask for the aioli instead. - blazing Saddles- yes!! Smokey, bursting with flavor , light. Prices might seem higher than expected but we're talking about fresh seafood, and fresh ingredients. I'll pay for fresh, clean, friendly and an overall fantastic experience anytime! Can't wait to go back!

    Wedge salad
    Diana N.

    We always drive by this place and finally we decided to give it a try. It's a very busy pizza joint with super limited parking. We were lucky enough to find a spot in the lot, but fair warning, you may have to find street parking of some sort. Service was pretty friendly and semi fast. Pro tip: make a reservation so that you're guaranteed a table. The food was just okay. It seems like the menu doesn't change that often or if ever. Flavors & seasonings were missing and the pizza crusts were burnt. It's definitely on the pricier side. Vibes are cute, but not cute enough to come back, unfortunately. Maybe it's different on the weekdays vs the weekends? Give it a try if you're curious.

    Mushroom pizza
    Mitch L.

    I feel like I'm in bizarro world with these reviews. Ordered an antipasto plate that was all pickled vegetables with two small servings of cured meats ($27), really not good. Then ordered a mushroom pizza that was straight 2" deep bed of mushrooms on a super thin crust. I love mushrooms but this was horrible and made me nauseous. Mac and Cheese was mediocre at best. My son and his girlfriend ordered the po' boy and chicken sandwiches, which they said were good (why the 2 stars and not 1). The server never asked how the food was because she knew the truth. This was quite the experience, and not in a good way.

    Super good napoleon style pizza with great atmosphere and vibe. Highly recommend it.
    Dan S.

    Fantastic napoleon style pizza! If you're in the area, you gotta check this place out. Sauce is light and delicious. Mac and cheese is excellent too!

    Enjoying the food
    Laura V.

    I was introduced to Chef Tony's dedication to delicious and unique pizza art when he was at the Easy Monkey Taphouse. He went under the name of "Blasphemy Pizza" His pizzas offered a different spin on pizza, often featuring fresh ingredients from his back yard garden. You will see this take on sp pizza offerings. One lately featured goat, preserved lemon, harissa and ras el hanout. Having been to Morocco,had to try this pizza. It was spicy and the combination of flavors took me back to a Moroccan tajinine on a crust.Happy to see him branch out and start his own restaurant. I was able to chat with Chef Tony and found he extensively researched pizza at many famous pizza places on the East Coast before deciding on his pizza offerings. He even imported a wood burning authentic Italian pizza oven, to ensure a great crust. Parking here can be problematic. Small parking lot for the popularity of the restaurant. As you walk in, there is a stand that has a carefully selected to go items. Wine, dry goods and snacks. The pizza oven even greets you, with its flaming mouth and squiggly eyes. There is a nicely set up bar and several indoor tables. Spacious out door patio in back. This is where I like to sit. Plants, rocks and atmosphere transport you to a tranquil spot to relax. See they offer classic movies here in the back patio, with special snacks. Margaret is also an owner. She is a hands on owner, making sure food is delivered and guests are well taken care of. There is art on the walls, by Chef Tony himself. I started out with the ricotta fritters. The fritters were good, but I really enjoyed the rich pomodaro sauce that came with them. I loved the tomato sauce, so had to order the house made meatball sandwich. This was tender meatballs, so many places make them tough. Duck fat prunes? Nothing I would ordinarily recommend, but the combination was surprisingly tasty. The mussels in white wine were salty and very fresh tasting. Next, ordered a pizza. I understand each pizza name has a connection to the restaurant. After hearing the pizza Max is named after Tony's son Max, had to order it. The pepperoni, fior di latte, basil, grana padano all contributed nicely to the pizza. This pizza is Neapolitan style, so it has a thinner and crispy crust. I do prefer a thicker crus, but enjoyed the lack of flop on the undercarriage . Finished off with a special of homemade gelato. I really enjoyed the attentive staff, relaxing furnishings and the care the owners Tony and Margaret put into place here. You can tell this restaurant is a labor of love.

    Bar area and food.
    Luke H.

    Best place around. Great food. Great staff. Great owners. Nice thinner crust pizza with creative items and many more options than pizza. (Best Gluten Free crust I've ever had)

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    Was on the areas , hungry Wow good service excellent wood fired pizza don't past them up

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    9 months ago

    This place is so good!!!! If you dine here make sure you get the Walter!!! The burrata is also a fabulous appetizer!

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    7 months ago

    Best authentic pizza in the area. Ive tried them all IMO they do it right consistantly.

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    Great pizza, not like the usual mediocre chain pizzas. Good selection of beer. I've been back & it's consistently good.

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    Very good food. Good service. Try it. You will go back, again and again. Get the oysters, fried chicken and a pizza

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