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    The Local

    4.0 (47 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Arugula and goat cheese salad with crostini and added grilled chicken Fig dressing and balsamic vinegar on side.
    Helaine R.

    My first time at this restaurant and the food was very good. I thought the salad with the fig dressing, grilled chicken and arugula was delicious. My friend ordered the chicken and waffles and said they were delicious. I didn't get a picture. The portions were a good size. Service was ok. We had to ask instead of being asked but the order was correct and we enjoyed our meal. The hostess was very friendly and helpful. The menu has a lot of interesting choices and I would like to try some other items when I go back.

    Fig and prosciutto salad!!!
    Ashley T.

    The food here is fantastic. Also, I really like the atmosphere of the restaurant I think the piece that lowers it a little bit for me is the service seemed disjointed like maybe it was some people's first or second week of being at the restaurant and so they just hadn't gotten their sea select quite yet. The food was delicious. I ordered a fig and prosciutto salad that was heaven in every bite! I also ordered a side of cheese, grits, and bacon. They were good, but I probably wouldn't order either again. I think being a new restaurant I'm excited to come back to this place in the future because I think it will only continue to get better and better. Also, when I came, I didn't get to try any of the drinks, but they do have a full bar and the bartender looked like they were making some good drinks.

    JP P.

    SO and I stopped here for lunch on our way to St. Augustine. The burger, chicken and waffles and oysters made for a nice meal. Bottom line, the food and service were good.

    Anna D.

    Very cute laid back restaurant in Ponte Vedra! Interior gives a clean coastal atmosphere. I got the grouper tacos and was underwhelmed. The breading had no flavor unfortunately. I did love the pineapple salsa that came on them. My boyfriend got steak and eggs and he loved his dish. The menu looks promising and has other dishes I'd love to try!

    Kim C.

    - Sunday Brunch ... excellent ... must return and take others! - Friendly & welcoming hostess - Great footprint - large outdoor space & bars with TV - Bathrooms clean - Servers - great! Friendly and attentive. - Mgr on-duty less than attentive and failed to deliver a customer request (off-duty Mgr was very gracious & checked in before she left) - Food very good! Great recommendation from server. - Lots of variety and pricing not too bad compared to area competitors - Fee for using credit cards (I actually had a minor medical issue before leaving and they let me lay down in a quiet area for a few minutes - couldn't have been kinder!) Appetizer -- fried blueberry bread pudding with goat cheese, granola, strawberries and purée and basil Meals - Beer battered grouper sandwich with fries & a fig with arugula salad with fried chicken.

    Outdoor bar
    Melissa T.

    Just opened & doing it right. I think I may even like this better than the Atlantic Beach Local, and so much closer to home. Decor is bright crisp and clean. The outside bar area is a great space. I noticed what looks to be a band area outdoors. That would be great to have live music. Our server Dawson was engaging, helpful & efficient. Shaun filled us in on the secret to the amazing blueberry bread pudding. This is where I say " Eat dessert first." Our appetizer of hot honey chicken was super moist and delicious. Grouper tacos were also yummy. We upgraded the fries to truffle fries. That was the only disappointment, No flavor. They need improvement for sure. Wine was reasonably priced by the glass & many options. So excited to have this new addition to the area. Stop on in & see what it's like to be a Local.

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    Haley R.

    Don't let the outside of the building fool you, the local is an absolutely stunning spot. They have a large wrap around patio with a bar and music set up. The space inside and outside is just beautiful. The outside space is very warm. They have ac coming but right now it is almost stifling hot. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious.

    Menu pic Jan 2026
    Lo V.

    Stopped in and grabbed the tuna nachos real quick. So delicious with big chunks of tuna. They were doing construction on one part of it, but the decor and vibe in there is very cool. Very chill. The decor is unique. Our server was very friendly when we ran out of time and had to take our food to go in rush out to make an appointment.

    Espresso martini

    10/10 espresso martini, came for a night cap & had Noelle as our bartender. She's the best! We'll be back!

    Espresso martini
    Lilly T.

    I don't have all the answers to life, but I do know the Hendrix, Burger and espresso martini at the local is one of them. Hands down the best burger and martini in the area. This is my go to at the local and it never disappoints! I've had the hummus ceviche a few of their bowls and salads, but I always go back to the burger. I feel like I formed a slightly unhealthy love for this meal. My service is always great. I love sitting at the bar and the ambience is wonderful. It's very nicely decorated and sometimes they have live music on the patio. A great local spot. ;)

    I was their first customer.

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    The ambiance, service, and food quality/pricing were all amazing! We had the best time- we will be back!

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    4/23/26 We had lunch here and EVERYTHING was delicious! The service was excellent. We will be back again.

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    Yummy and unique food. Friendly staff. Great location. Not slammed like a lot of places in this area. Just great!

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