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, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, atkins, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
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.
Menu
Meal Prep
Weekly prepared meals for pickup or delivery.
- Smoked pork chop with homemade apple sauce, green beans & mash - $13: Smoked pork chop, homemade apple sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Bolognese over Linguini - $13: Turkey bolognese, linguini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $11.5: Buffalo chicken, creamy sauce, wrap Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fajita Lettuce Wraps - $11: Fajita filling, lettuce wraps Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese & Beef Breakfast Burrito - $9: Grilled cheese, beef, breakfast burrito Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Family Alfredo Meal - $40: Alfredo sauce, pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp with Mediterranean Orzo - $13.5: Grilled shrimp, Mediterranean orzo Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp Ruby Curry - $15: Coconut shrimp, ruby curry Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sante Fe Beef Bowl - $13: Beef, Santa Fe style bowl Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Breakfast Bowl - $9.5: Breakfast bowl with various toppings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mediterranean Chicken - $13: Chicken, Mediterranean seasoning Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts & Breakfast
- High Protein Strawberry Pudding - $8: Strawberry, protein pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast
- Biscoff Overnight Oats - $7: Biscoff, oats Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutella Brownie Overnight Oats - $7: Nutella, brownie, oats Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Add-ons
- Extra Steak - $6 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Extra Chicken - $4 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
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- Stewart's Meats — American
- Brigade Burgers & Brews — American
- Bertoglio's Pizza — Italian
- Café Elite — French
