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4.5
- 4.4Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.4Ambience
- 4.3Value
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The Local
4.5
2562 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Make a reservation
2 people
Mar 21, 2025
March 2025
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7:00 p.m.
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Neighbourhood gem
- Good for special occasions
- Good for groups
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary American, Comfort Food
- Hours of OperationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive ChefMatthew Hart
- CateringThe Local is a full-service catering company that specializes in weddings, social gatherings & corporate events. Grand or intimate, focused on tradition or leaning toward trendy, your vision along with our capable guidance will reflect your personal style. Our staff is committed to details, offering unique options, bringing creativity and passion to the planning process.
- Private party facilitiesThe Local has a variety of venues that have been enjoyed over the years, which can be rented out individually or all together accommodating parties over 150 seated, 200 for cocktail events. Each space offers it’s own fully-functioning bar, handcrafted tables, and a beautiful atmosphere to hold your special event. Our larger spaces are located in the upstairs portion of our restaurant, and our Wine Room is located on the main floor.
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighbourhoodCharlottesville
- Parking detailsMost patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
UVA Graduation Weekend
US$65.00 per person
May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025The Local has been hosting graduates and their families for years, with a focus on style and comfort. Located in the heart of Belmont, and our expert team will make your celebration a night to remember. The cost is $65 per person before tax & gratuity. Our regular menu is not offered during graduation weekend. We require a credit card on file to hold your reservation. We will not charge anything to your card now, it's simply our way of holding your reservation. Cancellations after March 1st will result in a $20 per person fee to the credit card provided. For a link to last years menu, please click here: https://thelocal-cville.com/s/Graduation-Weekend-2024-Local.pdf Email gradweekend@thelocal-cville.com if you have questions
Popular dishes
What 2,562 people are saying
The Local reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Loved For
Charlottesville
Innovative
Charlottesville
Good for groups
Charlottesville
Healthy
Charlottesville
Neighbourhood gem
Charlottesville
Lively
Charlottesville
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Local in Charlottesville offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food," friendly service, and a charming ambiance. "The specials are fantastic," and diners rave about "generous portions" and the "great value" provided. Despite occasional service hiccups, The Local remains a top choice for its "wonderful atmosphere" and "deliciously fresh dishes."
2,562 Reviews
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5.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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5.0Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Stumo65 VIP
Washington DC38 reviews
4.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Nikki
Baltimore1 review
3.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Greensboro1 review
1.0Dined on March 9, 2025
- Overall 1
- Food 1
- Service 1
- Ambience 1
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FAQs
The Local offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (434) 984-9749.
The Local is rated 4.5 stars by 2562 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Experiences are available.
824 Hinton Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Additional information
- NeighbourhoodCharlottesville
- Hours of OperationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary American, Comfort Food
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsMost patrons are able to find street parking in the neighborhood within a 2 block radius of the restaurant.
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefMatthew Hart
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Delivery & takeout
- Phone number
- CateringThe Local is a full-service catering company that specializes in weddings, social gatherings & corporate events. Grand or intimate, focused on tradition or leaning toward trendy, your vision along with our capable guidance will reflect your personal style. Our staff is committed to details, offering unique options, bringing creativity and passion to the planning process.
- Private party facilitiesThe Local has a variety of venues that have been enjoyed over the years, which can be rented out individually or all together accommodating parties over 150 seated, 200 for cocktail events. Each space offers it’s own fully-functioning bar, handcrafted tables, and a beautiful atmosphere to hold your special event. Our larger spaces are located in the upstairs portion of our restaurant, and our Wine Room is located on the main floor.