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    Local Republic

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    LOCAL REPUBLIC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Club-Fried with fresh house cut fries
    Ashley G.

    Lunch time was quiet and perfect for a girls lunch. Everything was fresh tasting and the seasonal menu items are a hit! So tasty!! Our server did seem a little busy as she was hosting and serving at the same time.

    Salmon Club with Bacon Mac and Cheese
    Ladina W.

    The service was great and the Pineapple Cider beer was refreshing!!! I tried 3 beers and that was by far the best one.

    Jenn W.

    We had a fun dinner at Local Republic a couple months ago - totally by accident! We are from out-of-state and got sidetracked while heading back to our rental cabin! But dinner at Local Republic ended up being a nice ending to the day! The place was hopping, but our party of 4 was seated within just a few minutes. The server was so sweet in helping us navigate the menu. Food was delicious, and we ended up having a great time!

    Squid Ink shrimp pasta
    Akira C.

    I've eaten here numerous times (always for brunch) and have always enjoyed it. This time I switched it up and went for lunch and sat outside. Service is always pleasant Drinks are always made well What was ordered: - kids chicken finger plate : it came with 3 tenders that were very small , like not a typical tender size .. kinda looked more like nuggets. This would be the only thing I noticed but other than that , I believe my son liked the meal -squid ink shrimp pasta : now this entire dish is way out of my comfort zone but I was having a hard time deciding what lunch menu to order so I just went with this since it was the special of the day. The flavor was there I just say, but the noodles itself were still hard/not cooked al dente. Other than this, it was fine but I wouldn't order it again. -crème brûlée : feel like this was way too thick and too much pudding. Most crème brûlées (if made right) are more lighter in color and texture and not as yellow or thick. For this to be made "in house" I was honestly disappointed & will never order this dessert again. Overall, I've never had a terrible experience dining here but I think I'll keep this as my brunch spot.

    Peanut butter pie
    Chelsey C.

    We had the best time visiting. The restaurant is super trendy and industrial inside. They have a downstairs and upstairs area..Both with a bar, which was really cool. We went on a Wednesday night which was whiskey Wednesday! And if you got an old fashion, whiskey sour, or a manhattan then it was $5 after 5pm. So pretty good deal! We made a little date out of it and got a meal and dessert. The burger was a good size and flavorful. I got the BBQ Burger and would get it again. I do wish the sauces came free though. I want to try all the fun fry sauces but it's .50-$1 for each. The peanut butter pie was lovely, but VERY rich! I want to go back and try the brunch too! But man, very excited about the $5 whiskey drink days :)

    Bacon Mac n cheese
    Jen R.

    One of my fave go to lunch spots in downtown Lawrenceville! Always something I want to eat- their smashburgers are a staple, they rotate some of their entrees and I've always enjoyed them. Pimento cheese appetizer is delicious- generous servings of pimento cheese! It's got a cool vibe- today I sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine. Our waiters are usually nice and knowledgeable and the cocktails use interesting ingredients and are very good!!

    Delicious!
    Judy M.

    Our server was great! Ambiance was wonderful as usual bc we sat at the chefs table! As for the food I got the small plate chicken livers which is delicious BUT for some reason they were stingy with the sauce but my server brought more and they chopped the celery into big hunks when usually it is shaved which is much better. Had they done that I would've given 5 stars lol. Their fries are always fresh.

    Bottom seating area
    Cindy R.

    This is a great eats! It's on the cheaper side and the ambiance is great! Here's my opinion on it. Ambiance: industrial, speakeasy ish vibe to the place. Clean and well staffed. Service: it was a busy night so it wasn't terrible but wasn't the best (stood out) Food: pretty good. Reminds me of an upscale steak and shake. The bacon mac and cheese was superb but the mashed potatoes fell on its face. The fries were a shareable size with 3 yummy sauces. Not a bad place and would come again.'

    Burger and salad
    Kike F.

    This is a must try place located in downtown Lawrenceville, public parking available, reservations are recommended, ambience is very European style mixing the old fashioned luxury, service is great, my family spent a great time with many different drinks and plates, everything was made with professional presentation and flavors, music was nice and soft.

    Correy E.

    This place is awesome! I went up to the roof top bar and the view was great. Ordered two old fashions (different styles) and I left it to the bartender creatively. Both drinks didn't disappoint! Overall great spot and next time I'll try the food.

    Interior
    Mahadia I.

    TLDR: mac n' cheese was good but everything else was mediocre The mahi mahi in the tacos was not seasoned enough, and the beef at Mr. Jones was too salty. The mac 'n' cheese and sweet tea were decent. The service was good, and the waitress was attentive. The ambiance and interior were very nice.

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    Great food and great service. Love this place! I like coming with someone who likes to share plates so we can try different dishes.

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    Great food and love the atmosphere!! Food and drinks are always good! Very friendly staff

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    We love this place! Our favorite hamburger, best ever, is the Celine Dijon! Highly recommend!

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    Nice atmosphere casual space. Smash burgers are always delicious and local beer choices.

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    Great food and better service. Chicken livers rocked. We sat outside and loved it. Best Ruben sandwich I've ever had

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    Ask the Community - Local Republic

    Gluten free options?

    Yes they do have gluten free options.

    Is it possible to rent out the upstairs portion for a sweet 16?

    Contact Nicole She is go to person there

    Is there a kids menu? Or any suggestions for a 4 year old (not picky at all, pretty adventurous eater for a little girl)

    When we've gone (most recently about a month ago) they told us that they didn't have an explicit kid's menu but that they could do things like single-size hamburgers or chicken fingers.

    Is the lunch menu and dinner menu the same?

    Yes

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    We've been a few times now and it doesn't disappoint! The staff has always been super friendly,…read moregood with service, and helpful. The inside has a very cool old school building feel while being trendy at the same time. It's quite a large place with two sides and outdoor seating plus restrooms on each side. The appetizers and main dishes that we have had so far are all fantastic. The fish and chips are some of the best I've had. The fish isn't overly breaded and greasy like some other places. Our son loves the fried green bean appetizer but eats most of it himself so we hardly ever get to enjoy it. Once again the breading is light resembling a panko type crust so you aren't just eating deep fried objects. We've tried numerous other appetizers and so far nothing has been a let down. If you're looking for a good menu with quality food and drink options (they have a full bar) then this is it. Cool setting. Easy to get to. Great food. Friendly staff.

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