The Local Restaurant and Catering – American
This inviting neighborhood haunt celebrates the spirit of the region, where the air is filled with the comforting aroma of simmering crab soup and the savory sizzle of bison empanadas. The kitchen transforms local treasures—from creamy Caromont goat cheese to seasonal harvests—into vibrant plates like crispy Brussels sprouts and house-made gnocchi, creating a dining experience that feels like a warm, sophisticated embrace of the community.
824 Hinton Avenue, Charlottesville VA 22903 https://thelocal-cville.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the excellent starters, with many highlighting the fresh shrimp and rich crab soup as standout dishes alongside generous pours from the bar. Guests frequently recommend sticking to reliable favorites like the comforting meatloaf and chicken, which are praised for their consistent quality and flavor. The service is highlighted as outstanding and attentive, with reviewers noting that the staff is proactive in ensuring a positive experience within the welcoming atmosphere.
Menu
Starters & Salads
- Soup of the Day - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Soup - $8: Old Bay and Sherry Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Shrimp - $13: pickled ginger black sesame aioli, seaweed, salad, local honey and sambal Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Empanada - $13: Local New Frontier bison, masa dough, salsa verde, cilantro crema and queso fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cauliflower & Brussels Sprouts - $11: Szechuan spices, fresh herbs, sriracha aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Cheese Board - $13: selection of local cheeses, fresh fruit and bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $9: Local mixed greens, roast garlic-buttermilk dressing, local seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $9: Local baby romaine, romaine hearts, parmesan frico, croutons, house made caesar dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caromont Goat Cheese Salad - $9: mixed greens, Local Goat Cheese, dried blueberries, honey-thyme marinated butternut squash, roast pistachios, poppyseed dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta & Gnocchi
- Gnocchi Bolognese - $18: House made gnocchi, local Seven Hills beef, local Double H pork, tomato cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffled Mushroom Ragout - $16: Sharondale Farms shiitake, cremini, and oyster mushrooms, white truffle oil, parmesan cheese, fresh house made fettuccine Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Pasta - $26: Blue crab, zesty tomato sauce, beurre blanc, kalamata olives, house made pappardelle, herb garlic bread crumbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Crispy Fried Trout - $24: crawfish-okra gumbo, cheddar cheese grits, local braised greens Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Strip Steak - $27: Grilled NY strip, aged balsamic teriyaki sauce, ginger truffle compound butter, roast fingerling potatoes, vegetable of the day Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local River Oak Farms Chicken - $19: Buttermilk Braised Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes, southern slaw, brown chicken gravy, cornbread, honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Adobo Spiced Salmon - $25: orange-tomato and olive broth, couscous, saffron-toasted almond aioli, grilled lemon, crispy root vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Double H Farm Berkshire Pork Chop - $20: Chili rubbed, grilled, mashed potatoes, shoestring sweet potatoes, chipotle adobo gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local New Frontier Bison Short Ribs - $23: braised with red wine and veal stock, mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, pearl onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatloaf - $18: wrapped in bacon, local ground beef, honey BBQ sauce, mashed potatoes, vegetable of the day Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Steak - $17: Asian vinaigrette, golden raisins, quinoa salad, sesame seeds, mint Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Local Smashburger - $16: local roseda beef, local caromont goat cheese pimento cheese, apple smoked bacon, house cut fries, sriracha aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Brownie Sundae - $9: peanut butter chocolate brownies, house made vanilla bean ice cream, hot fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mixed Berry Cobbler - $9: house made vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $9: vanilla whipped cream, candied orange rind, raspberry coulis
- Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie - $8: dark chocolate sauce, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheesecake - $9: Daily selection
- Selection of local and imported cheese - $13: served with fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
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