The Local – American
The Local unfolds as a spirited neighborhood sanctuary where cinematic wit and seasonal whimsy collide, drawing guests into an atmosphere that feels both irreverent and deeply welcoming. Behind the bar, imaginative mixology takes center stage through a rotating cast of bold concoctions, from the aromatic warmth of house-made mulled wine to daring, mythically-inspired spirits that dance on the palate. It is a vibrant destination where every sip tells a story, inviting patrons to linger over clever flavors in a space that celebrates the art of the unexpected.
179 Howard Street, Boone 28607 https://thelocalboone.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at The Local
Dairy-Free at The Local
The Local in Boone has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Just Plum Good, A Round for the Kitchen and Pom Reader. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Local
The Local in Boone has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Estrella Daura Gluten-Free Lager. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Local
The Local in Boone has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lost Province: Persephone Pomegranate Sour, Good Day to Die Hard and Pom Reader. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Local
The Local in Boone has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Erin's Famous Mulled Wine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Local
The Local in Boone has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Crusher Chardonnay, Fenrir's Den and Erin's Famous Mulled Wine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Local
The Local in Boone has 35 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Submission Pinot Noir, Frost & Starlight and Estrella Daura Gluten-Free Lager. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Local
The Local in Boone has 43 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Submission Pinot Noir, Substance Cabernet and The Crusher Chardonnay. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at The Local
The Local in Boone has 6 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Frost & Starlight, Domain Beausejour Les Grenettes Sauvignon Blanc and Cloud Watcher Sauvignon Blanc. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Local
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Erin's Famous Mulled Wine | 14.8 g | 26.5 g |
| The Crusher Chardonnay | 39.7 g | 23.3 g |
| Submission Pinot Noir | 65 g | 20 g |
| Paper Plane | 59.3 g | 15 g |
| Domain Beausejour Les Grenettes Sauvignon Blanc | 119.4 g | 13.7 g |
| Santa's Vice | 101.8 g | 13.4 g |
| Cucumber Basil Gimlet | 39.2 g | 13.2 g |
| Fig-gettaboutit | 3.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Substance Cabernet | 116.1 g | 9.8 g |
| Red Daisy | 69.6 g | 8.7 g |
| Fenrir's Den | 10.3 g | 8.4 g |
| The Bunny Slope | 57.3 g | 7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for a consistently outstanding menu, guests frequently highlight the exceptional appetizers as a major standout of the dining experience. Reviewers praise the polite and professional service that perfectly complements the relaxed vibe, noting that the high-quality dishes from start to finish make it a must-visit destination.
Menu
Specialty Cocktails
- Good Day to Die Hard - $13.95: Gingersnap fat-washed Maker's Mark, black walnut infused maple syrup, cardamom bitters, orange expressed Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Santa's Vice - $12.95: Housemade cookie butter syrup, Titos vodka, Baileys, Frangelico, vanilla extract Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Dad's Secret Stash - $13.95: Glenlivet scotch, housemade plum syrup, Amaro Montenegro, lemon bitters, orange expressed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fenrir's Den - $12.95: Sutler's gin, pear nectar, fig & ginger infused Amaro Averna, lemon, cardamom bitters, champagne Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bah Humbug - $12.95: Los sietes Misterios mezcal, Dry Curacao, pine-needle agave syrup, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The De-gin-erate - $12.95: Sutler's gin, cranberry ginger sage syrup, Amaro Nonino, orange bitters, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- The Bunny Slope - $12.95: Titos, Amaro Nonino, cinnamon bark syrup, lemon, orange blossom water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Voodoo Queen - $13.95: Bulleit rye, Amaro Averna, toasted black walnut and maple, Peychaud's bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Erin's Famous Mulled Wine - $12.95: Spiced rum, housemade mulled wine concentrate Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Chai to Understand Where I'm Coming From - $12.95: Lunazul tequila, Cointreau, homemade chai syrup, lemon, black salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Fig-gettaboutit - $12.95: Amaro Averna infused with fig and ginger, Domaine de Canton, lime, soda, lemon expressed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- I'd Have a Dart - $12.95: Los Siete Misterios mezcal, Amaro Montenegro, pomegranate, cinnamon bark syrup, lemon, expressed orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Frost & Starlight - $12.95: Housemade clementine cello, white rum, pine extract, prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
House Cocktails
- Boonetown Sour - $11.95: Bourbon, blackberry wine, housemade rosemary honey, fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Not Another Word - $12.95: Ilegal mezcal, Luxardo maraschino liqueur, Ancho Reyes Poblano, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Red Daisy - $11.95: Espolon Reposado, triple sec, pomegranate, fresh lemon, orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Humours of Whiskey - $12.95: Jameson, Amaro Montenegro, Kahlua, cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- American Pharaoh - $12.95: Bourbon, Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur, sweet vermouth, expressed orange peel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Espresso Martin - $12.95: Espresso, vodka, coffee liqueur Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- French 75 - $9.95: Gin, fresh lemon, simple syrup, expressed lemon peel, topped with champagne
- Sweet Georgia Peach Tea - $9.95: Tito's vodka, peach schnapps, fresh lemon, sweet tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Pear Fizz - $10.95: Absolut Pears vodka, fresh lime, dash of simple, brut champagne Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cucumber Basil Gimlet - $13.95: Choice of Tito's vodka or Bombay Sapphire gin, fresh muddled basil & cucumber, lime, a dash of simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Paper Plane - $11.95: Bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, lemon, expressed lemon peel
Mocktails
- Just Plum Good - $6.95: Housemade plum syrup, vanilla extract, lemon, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Nice List - $6.95: Housemade hot cocoa, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Pom Reader - $5.95: Shaken pomegranate lemonade topped with bubbles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Wine
- Canyon Road Chardonnay - $8: California - crisp apple, citrus, cinnamon spice, light oak
- The Crusher Chardonnay - $11: California - pear, toasted almond, butter, cream, un-oaked Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay - $13: Russian River Valley - stone fruit, apple blossom, pear, bright acidity, light oak Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Canyon Road Pinot Grigio - $8: California - lemon zest, green apple, floral blossom
- San Angelo Pinot Grigio - $11: Tuscany - peach, pear, white flowers, light minerality Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Cloud Watcher Sauvignon Blanc - $9: California - dry, crisp, grapefruit, citrus, tropical notes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Domain Beausejour Les Grenettes Sauvignon Blanc - $13: Loire Valley, France - honeysuckle, peach, lychee, botanicals Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- La Jolie Fleur Rose - $11: France - dry, crisp, red berries, passionfruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Substance Cabernet - $10: Columbia Valley, WA - full bodied, blackberry, plum, mocha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Submission Pinot Noir - $10: Mendocino County, CA - medium body, raspberry, cranberry, bing cherry, lavender Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free
Beer Cans & Bottles
- 1911: Original Dry Hard Cider - $6: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 1911: Raspberry Hard Cider - $6: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Guinness: Dry Irish Stout - $6: 16oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Estrella Daura Gluten-Free Lager - $4: 12oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Heineken 0.0 NA - $4: 12oz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Draft Beer
- AMB: Long Leaf IPA - $7: 7.1 abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Booneshine: Tropicpale Ale - $6: 6 abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lost Worlds: Obsidian Imperial Stout - $7: 9.5 abv, 12 oz pour Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lost Province: Persephone Pomegranate Sour - $7: 6 abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
- A Round for the Kitchen - $12: Buy the kitchen staff a round of beer for the end of their shift Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about The Local
- Is The Local dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Local has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Just Plum Good, A Round for the Kitchen and Pom Reader.
- What can I eat at The Local on a dairy-free diet?
- Just Plum Good, A Round for the Kitchen and Pom Reader carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Local have vegan options?
- Yes. 35 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Submission Pinot Noir and Frost & Starlight.
- Is The Local gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Local?
- Erin's Famous Mulled Wine, at roughly 26.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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