The Local – American

The Local serves as a vibrant neighborhood hub where the comforting aroma of smoked pork and simmering sauces invites guests to linger over plates that feel both familiar and adventurous. From the hearty warmth of a turkey bolognese to the bright, exotic spice of a coconut shrimp ruby curry, the kitchen masterfully balances rustic comfort with global inspiration. It is a place where every meal—whether a shared family feast or a nourishing grain bowl—is crafted with a sense of home-cooked care and creative flair.

307 Yelm Avenue East, Yelm WA 98597 https://thelocalyelm.com/

Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: American

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, vegan, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, plant-based, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, carnivore, aip, zone, tlc, low-fodmap, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic

Currently closed

Hours

Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its exceptional food quality and remarkably fresh ingredients, guests consistently praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes first-time visitors eager to return. Reviewers highlight the attentive and friendly service, noting that the inviting environment perfectly complements the high standard of every dish served.

Smoked pork chop with homemade apple sauce, green beans & mash - $13: Smoked pork chop, homemade apple sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Clean-Eating
Turkey Bolognese over Linguini - $13: Turkey bolognese, linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $11.5: Buffalo chicken, creamy sauce, wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Fajita Lettuce Wraps - $11: Fajita filling, lettuce wraps Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
Grilled Cheese & Beef Breakfast Burrito - $9: Grilled cheese, beef, breakfast burrito Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Family Alfredo Meal - $40: Alfredo sauce, pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Grilled Shrimp with Mediterranean Orzo - $13.5: Grilled shrimp, Mediterranean orzo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Coconut Shrimp Ruby Curry - $15: Coconut shrimp, ruby curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
Sante Fe Beef Bowl - $13: Beef, Santa Fe style bowl Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Loaded Breakfast Bowl - $9.5: Breakfast bowl with various toppings Dietary tags: High-Protein
Mediterranean Chicken - $13: Chicken, Mediterranean seasoning Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free

Desserts & Breakfast

High Protein Strawberry Pudding - $8: Strawberry, protein pudding Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Biscoff Overnight Oats - $7: Biscoff, oats Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Nutella Brownie Overnight Oats - $7: Nutella, brownie, oats Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber

Add-ons

Extra Steak - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Extra Chicken - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free