Just had a delicious lunch at one of our favorite restaurants, Local Table in Oak Forest. Steven was our server and he did a great job. He was very courteous and attentive read more

Great food! Fresh and delicious! I enjoyed their food at Durham gala! Everything was so good! I had a great time.

I've sampled Local Table several times before at tasting events but never made it into their brick and mortar until recently. They have a nice space and extensive menu that makes it a solid neighborhood restaurant. The menu has a lot of choices that are well-labeled and categorized, including a large vegan section. After taking some time to review all of the choices, including a fall seasonal menu, I ended up getting the Mediterranean fusion bowl (vegan) which had a good variety of ingredients, but was a tad heavy of the carb base, consisting of rice and beans, for my taste. I did appreciate that they incorporated a creamy vegan sauce to add flavor and texture to the dish. Sometimes vegan dishes can be extremely bland but they did a good job. The portion was such that I had enough to take home for lunch the next day. They have a good set up in the Garden Oaks area. There's plenty of parking out front and the inside caters to every dining environment preference. They have a bar, indoor tables and booths, and a nice patio with multiple large screens to watch a game. With this large space, I noticed that staff were all very attentive to cleaning and straightening up during their down time. My server, a young lady likely in high school, was really sweet and did a great job checking on me throughout my meal. read more

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Decent spot for lunch. Service and atmosphere: Service was okay. Friendly but not too attentive. The restaurant is big and offers seats inside and outside. The place was clean and organised. Food and drinks: They have slightly different menus for breakfast/lunch and dinner. The food options are good. Everyone can find something familiar they like from traditional to vegan options. The food portions are big. The spinach and artichoke dip was good. Lucked some salt and pepper but the pinch of salt we added brought the flavours to the dish. Kebabs plate was plentiful. The meats were tender and not overcooked. Vegetables had nice crunch. Unfortunately, the rice was served too cold. I was served wrong omelette but got it replaced quickly. The omelette with goat cheese was pretty good and tasty. We were told that the water here is filtered but it didn't taste like filtered water. Still H Town water taste which is not good. Pricing: $$ - standard prices and worth the amount of food served. read more

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This food came out luke warm, almost as if it had been sitting in the back already plated. The service was good however, due to the restaurant being primarily empty I would assume the food would've been cooked fresh and brought out hot. I noticed our food was brought out very fast almost as if everything was premade and just reheated in a microwave. I would not plan to come back here. The atmosphere is nice but just a miss on freshness. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I was really excited to finally try Local Table today. When you walk in, the restaurant has a very industrial vibe with concrete floors and exposed brick walls. It's huge--definitely big enough to host multiple large parties at once--and the bar area is equally impressive. My dad and I chose to sit outside, and it was a very enjoyable experience. We ordered the goat cheese spread with bacon jam (highly recommend) along with the kebabs. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and it was refreshing to eat somewhere that clearly cares about the quality of their produce the same way you do at home. Service was a little slow, especially considering it was after lunchtime and the restaurant wasn't busy, but honestly, the food was good enough that the mediocre service didn't take away from the experience. I'd definitely come back--maybe next time to sit at the bar for happy hour. The environment is fun and relaxed, and it's a big bonus that your fur babies are welcome. It's exciting to finally have a dog-friendly spot like this in Houston. read more

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The only thing I have eaten at this restaurant is the Nutritious bowl. It's is amazing and my favorite dish to eat here, even though I am not vegan or vegetarian. If you are looking for a meatless option this dish is SO GOOD. Please try it out because you will not be disappointed. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - The Nutritious Bowl - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came on a Friday night, I was feeling like having a relaxed evening at the end of the week and was feeling like eating something comforting. I ordered the steak kebab plate and the tuna tartar. Both were excellent. I loved the chips that came with the tuna tartar, and the guacamole was delicious. The highlight was definitely the steak kebabs plate, the meat was very tender, the veggies fresh, and the basmati rice was very good. Can't wait to try their lemon pasta, it looks delicious. The staff here is very friendly and attentive. It's definitely a good neighborhood spot. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Asian chicken salad - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Had a great experience at Local Table! The service was great - our server came around multiple times even after he brought the food to check on us. They have a great menu - health conscious options along with brunch/lunch options. I ended up getting the prosciutto Benedict. Eggs Benedict is one of my favorite meals so I decided to get that. They put the eggs on this massive Texas toast like bread. To be honest it was a bit much but the bread was well seasoned. The prosciutto was also delicious - almost like bacon though, but I guess there's different types and they fried it so it was pretty thick and meaty. Good experience and would love to try another menu item! read more

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A new Houston favorite for when I visit! Menu had plenty of great options, we wanted to get everything. Staff was very friendly and chill. Restaurant was clean physically and aesthetically. We had the Tiramisu Martini that was a spinoff of an espresso martini but more sweet and had no coffee in it. The artichoke dip was a perfect amount for two. We had the Lemon Pasta with grilled chicken as an entree. The flavor was rich and the chicken was moist. Not super seasoned but balanced well with the lemon and sun dried tomato pairing. A very great experience overall! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Cast-iron Spinach Artichoke Dip Tiramisu Martini - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

After wanting to try Local Table for a while, finally went in for a bite. My first impression as I walked in was they did a nice job with the dining room. Seating area was inviting, the bar was tempting me for a drink even though it was pretty early, and the kitchen was showcased ( they even have a pizza oven). We were promptly greeted and seated, all employees were super nice. Decided to try a veggie burger after having too much meat over the Memorial Day weekend. It had avocado and pico de gallo, which I really liked. The fries were also pretty good. Kids also had burgers, and they were devoured within 5 minutes so I guess they liked them :). Would like to go back and try their pizza to see what that's all about! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Veggie burger - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nice option with a big menu and enough variety that anyone should be able to meet their taste/any dietary restrictions. Fresh prep so the quality stands out. We were here for lunch on a Friday and were able to be easily seated. Staff was friendly, efficient, and attentive. I opted for their gyro plate and the portion was way more than generous - delicious and filling. Parking - private, shared strip center lot read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - But - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Came in to meet some old friends for breakfast. The inside is very clean and has lots of seating as well as a full bar. The patio is nice as well and covered. We sat outside but when the sun got too strong the staff as nice enough to move our whole party inside. Service was great and the food was delicious. I ordered the chicken biscuit Benedict and it comes with some sort of sauce that I didn't really like but everyone else's food was perfect. Would definitely recommend coming here to grab brunch. read more

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***01/18/2025 Only*** We frequently visit this restaurant, I mean almost on a weekly basis and service has always been superior. Tonight was definitely an off night. The place only had about 25% of the tables sat but our server didn't bother to check in. There was a table on the other side of the half wall (right next to us) that must have been a previous employee as a few of the servers popped over to chat with them. But our server, she just stood there and talked, talked, talked. Never once checked how our food was, never once asked for a refill (we did get a refill, because I asked someone else - but I could have definitely used a 3rd...). And after sitting with our plates pushed out to the edge of the table to indicate we were done eating, after about 7ish minutes we just walked to the host stand and the manager grabbed our check. Again, usually I am 5/5 with this spot as the food is amazing and service has always been spectacular, but tonight was definitely a miss. And it was just disappointing because we could literally make eye contact with our server while she chatted up this other table without even coming over to check on us or ask if we needed anything. Will we go back? Of course! But was very disappointed tonight. read more

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We came on Thursday at 7:15pm and the restaurant was at 25% capacity (at best). We had the slowest service even though there looked to be plenty of staff. The biggest complaint is that we order the pre-fixe Valentine's menu which came with an appetizer, ribeye, and molten cake. They kept forgetting to bring appetizer and brought it out after we were almost through eating our main course. Then they brought our checks & didn't come back for 20 minutes, and NEVER brought the dessert. We finally signed our credit cards and left. Would not come back here again. As far as the food, the tuna bite appetizer was great. The rest of our meals were mediocre and lacked flavor. It could just be this location because the one in Katy gave us great food and service and they were at full capacity. read more

Local. Met some friends for lunch and it was a great choice. It was a nice enough day to sit outside (and I'm not an outside sitting person bc of allergies). Ordered the bacon jam club sandwich with fruit cup instead of chips. I was interested in the bacon jam and it added a nice flavor to the club. It was slightly toasted so it was crisp and tender which is exactly how I like mine. Fruit was fresh. The service was spot on. Our server was friendly and she gave great suggestions and overall made the brunch experience even better. Def would come back and try some of the other menu items. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Bacon jam club sandwich with fruit cup - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Staff were extremely attentive, nice, and accommodating! Food is great, atmosphere is great. This was a lucky find on our way back home to DFW! read more

Great place to have a good hearty meal, the decor is really nice inside too. I really like that they have bar seating available. Steven was a great server, he was very friendly and attentive! read more

They make an excellent pasta that was not expected, better than most Italian places! Yummy salads too!

Always get the lemon pasta but wish they could cut back on the crushed red pepper. It's a little hot to sit on patio with a very spicy dish! Service is great. Atmosphere is nice sitting on the patio. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Lemon pasta - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love this restaurant, and have enjoyed the many things I've tried from the menu - several reviews show that...but the Asian Chicken Salad...is not a repeat. Nice presentation, but there is too much dressing on the salad, making everything limp. With the spiciness of the dressing, makes it almost not enjoyable. And the chicken?? What exactly is this? It's pressed and dry, as if from a can, and does not taste like chicken. Waitstaff were friendly and great as always. read more

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Joined my girl friends for a lunch midweek. Friendly hostess and waiter. Great choice of items on the menu. I went with the lemon pasta thanks to yelp reviews. Great flavor and perfect for a lunch. I didn't add protein but chicken and shrimp were a choice. I also sipped in a blueberry cocktail- it was not too strong and accompanied the lemon pasta well. Huge space. Will return with the girls for sure! read more

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My family and I are such big fans of Local Table. We dine there all the time (specifically the Cypress location); but we were stoked to learn about the GOOF location. If you never dined a Local Table, I highly rec' it. Everyone in your group should find something to their liking on the menu: burgers, salads, pasta salads, pastas, pizzas, hot dinner plates (like gyro plates), and a solid brunch. My go-to is usually the lemon pasta or the Mediterranean salmon. For starters, get the cast iron goat cheese, cast iron spinach artichoke dip, and blue crab cakes. Seasonal cocktails are fun, and do try the frose. There's patio seating, a private dining room, bar seating, plenty of parking... Enjoy! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Lemon pasta (added chicken) - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Came here for a work lunch with a group of coworkers. The day was beautiful so we decided to sit outside. They have a really nice covered patio area that is perfect for when the weather is nice. Our group of 5 was immediately greeted after sitting down and our drink orders were promptly taken. We shared the hand-cut parmesan fries to start. They were nice and hot when they came out and also super crispy. They probably lasted a total of 3 minutes on the table before they were all gone. For my entrée I ordered the grilled salmon with wedge and orzo pasta salad. This is perfect for those who cant choose what to eat since it has everything. The salmon was super good along with the sauce it came with and the salads. I also really loved the portions! Not huge portions but also not small portions...they were just right! Everyone else at my table really enjoyed the food as well as the service. We were there during our lunch break and we were able to be in and out in an hour and half. I noticed they had big drink menu and that they seem to be a popular brunch spot so I will have to come back to try that. read more

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Today we went in for a quick bite to eat before heading to Beauty and The Beast for Brayden's 7th Birthday. The food and service were top notch and highly recommend this gem. The GM Onna and Nikki were so incredibly sweet and loving and made it extra special. read more

Took a Valentine special to go for my wife that's in bed..and yall really made it special..had a good drink..while I waited..Thank you.. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to local table to have a few cocktails with friends, i'm not huge on drinking but the very sweet bartender Kevin recommended the blueberry cucumber martini, and WOW was it perfect for me! My friends also got the expresso martini and mango margarita and they both loved them! We had a great time, even the managers Mike and Andy came and checked on us! We will be back! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - blueberry cucumber martini - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Hostess are sweet. There's so many options to choose from which is the reason why I choose this if I'm doing a casual lunch with friends. Someone is going to find something they like. I enjoy the gyros and fries. read more

Posting this review same-day, Local Table knocked it out of the park! Everything I ordered was absolutely spectacular. Throughly impressed with the quick service. My waitress, Nikki, was stellar. I ordered short rib southwestern quesadillas that melted in my mouth, a perfectly smoked old fashioned & a flavorful buffalo chicken wrap. This spot is plentiful with space and the patio looked really nice. 10/10, will be back to try more! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wrap - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Amazing blue crab cakes! Loved the flavorful veggies on the plate too. Fresh and delicious! read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Blue Crab Cakes - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Having gone several times, it is consistently good, with service being friendly, and the food being very tasty. Plenty of parking and the interior is very nice and clean! read more

Star 4 food, 4 Service and 4 Ambience We usually visit the Cypress location which is Amazing. But I came to my old neighborhood near my former high school it was good. read more

Had a great experience at Local Table, it was our first time there. The food was excellent it was mad fresh!!! but what really stood out was our waitress, Nikki. She honestly went above and beyond attentive, kind, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Her energy and care made the whole meal even better. Amazing service and a place I'll definitely be coming back to. read more

Love everything about this place!! Tried most of the menu items, no complaints. Service is always on point.

Coworker and I came by for a easy lunch. Loved the vibes of the space. A lot of the tables were nicely spread out which was nice to allow people their own space for conversations. We started with the baked goat cheese. Definitely good. The bread was really nicely toasted. I had one of the wraps and ended up taking half of it home with me since it was so much food. I opted out of the wedge salad for another choice which was no problem. The service was night. No problems. I'd like to go back to try more options. read more

Local Table - Garden Oaks/Oak Forest - Cast-Iron Baked Goat Cheese - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I got the Mama's Meatloaf, which came with green beans and mashed potatoes, and my husband got the Cheeseburger Americana. He is a big burger fan but called this one "trash." No flavor. My meatloaf was incredibly salty and had way too much filler, which resulted in a very mushy texture. My meatloaf also had noticeable veggies mixed into the loaf. Yuck. Won't return. read more

Hamburger was cold , fries were left under the heat lamp, out of several beers for the burger and beer special. Not impressed

Early October, my friend and I stopped here for a mid-afternoon brunch after a trip to Pasadena. Since it's close to my house, figured I'd check this spot out and see what people are raving about. We got seated outside and had attentive service. It was a bit loud with people next door playing cornhole and going crazy with college football happening. Guess they can't let people eat in peace. Anyways, brunch drinks are always a staple with a meal so I went with a red sangria while my friend got the strawberry spritz. Both are sweet (but not too sweet) and have a hint of carbonation from the soda water to make the drinks go down easy. For eats, I decided on the smoked salmon avocado toast w/ scrambled eggs while my friend ordered the french omelette sandwich. Both dishes came with herb-roasted new potatoes and a persian cucumber dill salad. The potatoes and salad were awesome especially the salad, I could've ordered just a large side of that and I'd be happy. The salmon and avocado on the toast had good flavor although eating it was a bit difficult as the toast kept falling apart; it might've been the weight of the eggs added to it. Still good though. My friend loved her omelette sandwich which she claimed was one of the better ones she's eaten. Overall, we were happy with our choices. The menu also has appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, wraps/tacos, and entrees such as salmon, pasta, grilled chicken, and kabobs. The drink menu contains several cocktails such as a cucumber martini and a whiskey peach cocktail which I'll need to try next time. Brunch is your typical hours (Saturday & Sunday). They have several locations in the Houston area and all their ingredients and food items are locally sourced which you can tell from the flavors and scents as you walk in. Quite welcoming! Look forward to trying other items here and glad this is in my neck of the woods! read more

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Today was the first time my wife and I visited. The ambiance, staff, and food were all magnificent. We were amazed also by the menu being comprised of so many healthy choices. Our server, Alejandra C. 's personality and professionalism in assisting us with menu items, made our dining experience pleasurable. Adrian the manager came to our table and was cordial and welcoming. We look forward to coming back. read more

Came here for brunch with a group of 7. Menu has lots of options! I loved the outdoor patio and great / speedy service even for a large group. Cons: patio had wayyy to many flies that kept flying into our mimosas. Totally understandable that the restaurant couldn't help it but maybe some fly traps around? It was a bit annoying at one point. Also, the food wasn't as flavorful / seasoned to my taste buttt that's just my preference. Pros: lively brunch spot, cute photo ops, great service, vibrant atmosphere and pretty good prices. It is a a little out of the city, but a great place for family brunch / lunch, mimosa flight is a must try, strawberry bigmosa was delicious as well! read more

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