Drove 40 minutes to visit this quaint restaurant with big flavor! We ordered the boiled peanuts and fries with beer cheese to start with while we explored their menu of local brews and wine. The peanuts were hot and fresh and the fries, well, I could've ate my body weights worth and kept going. After stuffing ourselves on appetizers we ordered a burger and a shrimp po'boy. The burger was the best we'd had in long time if not ever and the po'boy wasn't incredible but it didn't matter because everything else was so amazing! To top the experience off the restaurant uses fresh local ingredients and the service was extraordinary! Definitely recommended if you're in the area and even if you're not.
(5)
Harriet M.
My companion ordered the fried green tomato BLT and Big Storm's Rise and Shine IPA. He loved them. I ordered the red beans and rice with andouille sausage. Very tasty!
(4)
Eva P.
Lunch- beer cheese fries with bacon, really can't go wrong. The daily special which was meatloaf and mashed potatoes was super yummy. Husband had the red beans and rice with the super beer cheese fries we were full but his serving was on the small side. Decor was nicely done, bathrooms excellent, tons of potential with this place. I hope they do well! I think the concept of the menu, drink and decor are well thought out. Only advice I would have, less salt, and a better way to communicate the story of the place.
(4)
Kim A.
This place rocks! The staff is as friendly as they come and the place has a very relaxed atmosphere. The clean lines and pub look are a fresh face in San Ann. The beer and wine selection will blow your mind, not to mention it is locally sourced. I love the burgers, chicken liver po'boy ( the gravy on it is to die for), the fish and chips, and the sweet potato chips. This is basically everything I've tried, so in my opinion not a bad thing on the menu! The owners, Curtis and Rebecca, are a class act! Highly recommended !!
(5)
Sondra C.
Just visited recently for a good friend's birthday and fell hard. I loved their other restaurant, Pearl In The Grove, and this one is slightly bigger and more casual than the Pearl, yet equally lovable. I love a farm to table place, and any establishment with boiled peanuts on the menu gets a big nod from me. I had the delectable Fried Green Tomato BLT with their house-made sweet potato chips and loved both. I love the interior and communal feel. Friendly, courteous service too. I will definitely head back soon. Made for a very enjoyable birthday dinner.
(5)
John D.
Service was mediocre. Portions were on the small size. The BBQ sandwich was a bit bland.The atmosphere and setting was nice. I do not think I will be coming back.
(3)
Jarrett Z.
Regular pub fare drummed up as being "all organic and free range/grass fed", at premium $$. Also, it takes a little too long for the good to come out. Cooks don't seem to honor custom ordering. I ordered my egg and fries with over easy eggs....I got over hard. On the plus side, the food tasted decent, and the server was very friendly and prompt.
(3)
Joel H.
The Local House is "a grown up pub with great burgers, po-boys, salads and snacks made with all local ingredients." What's more is that The Local House is willing to serve this locally sourced food without the attitude. They cater to vegetarians and vegans and they aren't against substitutions. This is in stark contrast to some of the "local ingredient" restaurants I've visited. The Local House's menu is pretty sparse. It only offers about twenty food items. Yea, I'm counting appetizers, salads, main courses and desserts when I say that. While that might turn off some, I'm okay with that. Give me a place that does less things better over one that does a million things mediocre any day. Of those twenty or so food items, we sampled six of them during our recent visit. Our list included the rice and beans, sweet potato chips, chips and salsa, french fries, the Underground Salad and the Fried Green Tomato BLT (minus the bacon). We took the BLT with a side salad and kumquat vinaigrette. The chips and salsa and sweet potato chips were the first two items that arrived at our table. The chips were served on a board alongside The Local House's freshly made kumquat salsa and beer cheese fondue. I loved the chips. They were dark in color (they looked more like pita chips than tortilla chips) and were not greasy at all. The chips were thick, twice the size of your typical Mexican restaurant, crispy and firm. This helped them hold up nicely to the pressures of my vigorous dipping. I was disappointed with the kumquat salsa. I was really hoping to be wowed, that the salsa would stand out versus some of my favorite store-bought salsas and I'd have no choice but to beg them for a container to take home. But I didn't get that. I felt fine leaving the half eaten salsa remnants on the table and not packing it up to take home. The beer cheese fondue was a hit amongst the cheese eaters at our table, especially Z-Bot. After the chips were gone, most people moved on to other things...not Z-Bot. She took out a spoon and started eating the cheese with it. She couldn't get enough. My favorite appetizer of the evening was the sweet potato chips. For an extra fee, these chips can be upgraded to be covered with gorgonzola and balsamic. We upgraded, although we got the cheese on the side. I loved that the chips were super thinly sliced and crisped to perfection. Like the chips and salsa, these guys were not super oily. But what made the dish was the balsamic drizzle. That added a nice little tang to the appetizer. With the cheese and balsamic added in, these chips came out to be about nine dollars and fifty cents. The Local House is definitely not cheap but when you are eating at a restaurant that uses only local ingredients, that is to be expected. These restaurants aren't privy to the cheaper wholesale prices that are offered by corporate companies that ship national meat, cheese, fruits and vegetables. The Fried Green Tomato BLT was a very popular sandwich at our table (five of them were ordered) for good reason. It was awesome. It all starts with the bread. The sandwich is served on a roll that comes from the Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes (in Ybor). The bread was crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy on the inside. It fell somewhere in the middle of the dense/light spectrum. Airy but not Wonder Bread, dense but not the sourdough I baked last summer. The green tomato, courtesy of Green Acre Aquaponics , was nicely breaded and held up during the eating process. There is nothing worse than a breading that slides off mid-chew. The sandwich was a bit dry because it is served with no condiments. I counteracted that by dipping it into the kumquat vinaigrette that came along with my side salad. The dressing mixed with the tomato and bread made this a memorable sandwich. One of the best I've had in the Tampa region? It's too early to tell. Guess I'll have to go back a couple more times. I left the restaurant patting myself on the back saying good call on the side salad. Not only was the salad dressing a nice dipping accompaniment to the FGT-BLT but the vegetables themselves were absolutely divine. Crispy, juicy, crunchy, fresh. These were the adjectives that kept playing through my head as I savored each bite. You could just feel the difference between The Local House's salad and one that you get at a restaurant that doesn't source locally. J-Fur ordered the Underground Salad which combines seasonal fruit, greens and goat cheese. Despite the fact that it was loaded with fruit, she felt that the salad needed to be just a bit sweeter. For Z-Bot, we got an order of rice and beans. She played with it more than she ate. The following day I ate the leftovers for lunch. Good, but not really special. They were your typical rice and beans. Great sandwich, salad and chips, good rice and beans and a fun atmosphere are all reasons why I will be paying the Local Public House & Provisions more visits.
(4)
Ashlea B.
An instant favorite! The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined... an excellent example of something old made new and awesome. The menu may not be expansive, but there's everything there you need- and everything I've had so far is delicious. Local ingredients and one of the best Florida craft beer selections I've seen on tap in this area in one place. Quickly made it into our regular rotation for a guaranteed great night out.
(5)
Lawrence C.
Can't get over the 4 & 5 star reviews here. This is a standard, average (at best) pub restaurant. ....not worthy of the outstanding 4 & 5 stars I award to restaurants that offer innovative offerings, good value, or exceptional service; none of which were evident here. As John D. reviewed earlier, food was bland, and portions small. The Fried green tomato BLT was bland and dry. I've lived in Florida & the south for 15 years, and I know fried green tomatoes. This was unseasoned and I had to ask for sauce and the only thing they offered me was Tabasco. A remoulade would have been more suitable instead of just mayonnaise on the sandwich, as they offer that with the shrimp. Since there was already mayonnaise on the sandwich I didn't want to add more mayo blended remoulade. Also, the toasted french roll was completely tasteless. The side of coleslaw was loaded with mayonnaise, despite being described as vinegar based by our server (see photo). My wife ordered red beans & rice. The restaurant was empty on a Friday @ 12:45, yet we still had to wait 22 minutes for our food to come out. Limited food menu, average prices, small quantity left me looking forward to an early dinner later tonight.
(2)
Lauren M.
I loved the layout of this place, super fun and hip little food/bar spot. But the food fell a bit short for me. I ordered the shrimp and grits dish, which is usually pretty heavy and filling. But I was still hungry after eating it. Either the portions are small or I'm a porker, you can decide. I was also disappointed with the flavors - I thought they'd really pop with some spice and seasoning and cheesy goodness, but this lunch special was a miss for me. However, I'd recommend this place for beer and appetizers for sure.
(3)
S H.
What a great find! "Local" isn't just the name; it's the ethos: the beers are from local microbrews and foods are locally sourced as well. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. I had a beer sampler and found some new favorites. For lunch, I had the nachos, which were fantastic and slightly unusual. The chips were freshly made and topped with a beer-cheese sauce, pulled pork, chili and fresh tomatoes. My hubby had the pulled pork sandwich and fries, which he wolfed down like he hadn't eaten all week. He said it was excellent. Very pleasant atmosphere, clean facility and wonderful food. We'll definitely be back!
(5)
John D.
My wife and I have been here before and it is always great. Everything is fresh, from local farmers, and changes with the season... It is always a different experience and the food is delicious. I am not sure if you could go wrong with anything from the menu. I am always drawn to the salads since they are super fresh. The toppings are quite different and include fried green tomatoes, shrimp, chicken thighs, or pulled pork. Can't imagine pulled pork on a salad but gave it a try...amazing! I will always try to come here when I am in San Antonio. The service is great and the setting is relaxing.
(5)
Dennis D.
Hidden gem! Located on Pennsylvania Ave in San Antonio is local. This place is simple and does it right. I had the pulled pork sandwich and my oh my was it delicious. Only criticism was the slaw was kind of dry. The fries were delicious as well as the bbq sauce. Great food. Great beer and great ambiance. Will definitely be returning.
We love the local. It was much needed addition in San Antonio! The food is typically really good and there beer selection is always changing. There is always something new and interesting to try. The original staff members are great! They remember me and my family when we come in and know what we typically order. That is what makes the restaurant such a good fit for the small town that it is in. They have recently hired a bunch new staff and manager who all don't embrace the laid back small town feel that the San Ann has and what made the local so great when it first opened. Lately, I dont feel like the "ideal" clientele that the new staff would like to see, which is crummy because we have been going regularly since they opened. I hope it doesn't become a business as usual restaurant lacking the small town charm. Keep it a laid back, fun, inviting environment with great local food and great beer served by wonderful people and I know it will be successful!
(4)
Mary A.
What a great place !!! Wonderful service ,beautiful place and amazing food !!! We are already planning our next visit.
(5)
Steve C.
I finally made time to go here after many weeks of meaning to do so. It's tucked away in a quaint little town of San Anne. The space used to be a the San Anne Market but has been totally revamped. It's a large, open space filled with long tables, friendship tables and a HUGE bar. The farm to fork concept is evident here. I had the 'big salad' top with pulled pork. The salad has a spiring mix with cucumber, tomato, red onion as well as cantaloupe and watermelon. I left off the goat and blue cheeses. Everything on the salad was fresh, no wilted lettuce or over ripened vegetables. Now a lot of people make pulled pork and many of them an make it tender. Where most places go wrong is by relying on their sauce to give the pork flavor. Nay-Nay I say, not here. The pork is perfectly seasoned and stands tall on its own. I will have to come back and try some of the other interesting menu items like 'liver & onions' Po-boy and andouille sausage corn dog bites.
(5)
Bob V.
Love the food and atmosphere. Prices are great and I look forward to coming here whenever time allows.
(5)
Nick S.
Absolutely Love it. Beautiful space. Limited but fun food offerings that r playful, well executed, and delicious. I had the Fried green tomato BLT and a goat cheese n watermelon n micro green salad. It's in a terrific open space with natural wood, refined lighting, and a deep black and relaxing white color scheme. Delightful. There are large tables that are perfect for groups and gatherings as well as an endless bar and comfortable booths for date nights. There is a lovely sitting area on the side and a "Provisions" store with wine, beer and soda offerings as well as kumquat jam, salsa and chutney (nearby Dade City is the U.S. capitol for kumquats and home to the annual kumquat festival). Produce, cheeses and meats are sourced from local and regional farms. And many area beers and wines are on offer. This is a super fun place to check out. While you're up here stroll this lovely small town and visit St Leo University and the citrus orchard behind it (ripe in winter) overlooking Lake Jovita.
(5)
Ian S.
What a find in little old San Antonio! Nice open floor plan with exposed beams and polished concrete floor, plenty of chairs. Looks like a cool place to hang out, especially on Sundays when they have live blues! I had the cheeseburger, which is grass-fed beef with a bit of pork in it on a lovely brioche bun, yummy! My buddy has the fried green tomato BLT, are you kidding me? He said it was the best BLT he's ever had. Oh, and lots of local craft beers on tap, and even a few weird bottles... I think I might actually drive up from Riverview on Sunday to check out the blues band.
(4)
Kelly M.
A wonderful addition to San Antonio. The BLT is wonderful, chicken and waffles - oh my! Shrimp and grits might be my favorite. Small menu, but done well. Staff is always pleasant.
(5)
Joe L.
What a great place. It's off the beaten path but it's an amazing time. It is worth looking into.
(5)
Robert B.
I freaking love this place! The food is the best I've had in Pasco county and I love getting to try dishes composed of only locally-sourced ingredients. The beer selection is surprisingly local, deep, and bold for this kind of small town establishment (rotations can include CCB offerings, triple IPA's, CBGB Berliner Weisse, Orange Blossom pilsners, and...Key Lime Hard Cider?!). The charcuterie board features some prize gems, but the best way to start a meal there has to be the pretzel sticks with IPA-infused beer cheese dip. Crazy, crazy good. The burger is exceptional, but I confess that I DO slip some mouthwatering Natsuke's bacon atop there (poached from the Fried Green Tomato BLT ordered by a vegetarian). If you can stop in on Mondays, the Chicken & Waffles special is phenomenal! I'd love to see that every day! Finish your meal with a Sea Salt Brownie (you'll make the room, I promise) and a trip to the local General Store. Lest you forget it's called Local Public House AND Provisions, there's a cool little in-house shop that lets you purchase some of the local ingredients to take home (Kumquat Vinaigrette and IPA Sour Beer Pickles are standout gems!). Throw in a laid-back vibe, friendly staff, and local music on weekends and you've got the makings of something really special that's worth a drive to San Antonio, TX, let alone San Antonio, FL. I'm happy to have this nearby, but I'd be a weekly regular even if I lived out in St. Pete. Yes, it's that good.
(5)
Jeannie C.
First of all let me say that this place is pricy....but in the long run...worth it. The food is all Local Fresh..Fresh...oh and did I say Fresh, and unique. I had the grilled chicken leg salad and the meat was succulent and the greens..well..see above. The salad dressing was home made and altho when it first came to the table I thought the portion small, I was pleasantly full with a little room for ..The Best...cold brewed coffee on tap. Loved the place and would have lingered to talk with the ever present and very pleasant owner but had an appointment...I will return. .
(4)
Kym M.
As fans of Pearl in the Grove, we had to try out their new venture. The beer menu is an impressive offering of the top local brews. The food menu makes it tough to choose from locally sourced fare. I had the Underground Salad. It was generous and exceptionally tasty. My husband had the Chicken Liver Po' Boy which was amazing (I had to steal a bite...or two...or three). My only regret is that we don't live closer so that we could visit more often. We are definitely looking forward to our next visit!
(5)
Mary M.
The food is fresh and tasty but a bit over priced. Beers are nice and cold and carry a variety of local brews. Nice atmosphere to hang out .
Very awesome spot. Exceptional food and service! They have gourmet style food. We got the buger with gorganzola cheese and it was ammmmmazing! Great local spot and almost sticks out in the rural lamdscape. Great craft beers on draft. The best part of the establishment is they pride themselves in using local food providers and sustainable practices. Awesome for adult gatherings and date nights. We'll definitely be back!
(5)
Mollyana W.
Fresh & delicious. All local producers. Our family enjoyed every bite of it. So much in fact, we all shared bites of each other's meals!
(5)
Tanoi Q.
Lovely place! Our favorite place to stop on our Sunday drive! Great food and people! The loaded fries are wonderful!
(5)
Dena M.
This place has LOT'S of potential but needs some refinement. Menu is limited and beer is expensive considering it's from local breweries. We live within walking distance and would love to go to The Local several times a week but just two draft beers is $12. Multiply that by two people, one app and a tip and you're already over $40. And if you are like us, two beers a piece is nothing so we never walk outta there for less than $60 bucks. They have recently started a 'Happy Hour' but it's Monday - Thursday, 3 - 6 pm. Totally unrealistic for working people. Please offer specials when people can actually take advantage of them. Current offer comes off as an insincere. Food....VERY limited menu and existing items need some help, like the Fried Green Tomato sandwich. Very bland, needs a sauce or something to give it some flavor. Burger and pulled pork sandwich are decent but coleslaw is gross and we love coleslaws. Shrimp remoulade salad roll is disgusting. We've tried it twice, thinking the first time was an 'off' day and nope, it's just gross. Shrimp have a very strong 'seafood' (maybe they were going bad?) flavor and remoulade was way to horseradishy. (It's a word now. Lol) Don't bother with the shrimp and grits; grits are runny and entire dish has NO flavor. However, pretzel sticks and beer cheese dip are great! Would be nice to have more menu items. They already have a Fried Green Tomato sandwich so why not have a fried green tomato app? And what bar-restaurant does not have chicken wings?!?! Atmosphere... Awesome! Sincerely wish the owners/management would/will take this constructive criticism into consideration. We live in a very nice upper middle class community close by and I know that many of us in our community (and others communities close by) have discussed what I have mentioned here and how we would like to patronize The Local more often but between lack of/lousy food and alcohol prices, it's just not gonna happen. Change it and we will come.
(2)
Heather R.
We ate here after running the rattlesnake five mile run. The menu is simple and small but everything they are doing is spot on. The "big salad" was perfectly dressed and i loved the kumqout vidallia drressing. Everything is local and craft made. The decor is simple and fun, brick interior, american flags and just a perfect day. They are pulling ten taps i think of craft beer from the tampa area. I wish i lived closer, I'd be a regular. the bar man tony was so friendly and fun. thanks for a great experience.
(5)
Chuck K.
We had the Blue Cheese Sweet Potato Chips which were incredible and the Andouille Sausage Corn Dogs which were tasty. Dinner was the catfish, which my husband devoured,and the Fried Green Tomato BLT which I really enjoyed. Nice atmosphere, good service, and decent prices.
(4)
Mary M.
Great, casual atmosphere. You would never know it was a general store over 100 years ago! They kept the look, but upgraded the style. Sit inside - plenty of barstools to accommodate large parties - or outside on the patio. Lunch on a Monday was pretty low key, but I bet this place is fun on the weekends! We didn't try any brews this time, but the sweet tea and root beer were delish! The waffle and chicken special should be a staple - yum! The service was perfect. Very attentive and social staff from the second we walked in. Nice sized tvs for game watching, but not so large that they take over the simple decor. We look forward to going back when there's live entertainment. I can see myself becoming a regular!
(5)
Jake K.
Local craft beers + local food = great place. I would highly recommend stopping by for lunch or dinner. I had the corn dogs and their burger, which were both great. Service was quick and bartenders were friendly. Will do my best to head there again soon.
(5)
Bob S.
I was in the area on business and decided to try the latest offering from the good people behind another favorite, Pearl in the Grove. I have to tell you.. i love this place! The atmosphere is great, warm and welcoming. Hip without really trying. Local has a wide verity of beer, as well as selection of craft soft drinks. One of my friends is pregnant and loved the Root Beer they have on tap. The food was outstanding. Simple, but very well done. Andouille corn dogs, Sweet Potato chips with blue cheese and balsamic, and the burger. Just great. We finished with some cold press coffee.. I KNOW... i have never heard of cold press coffee either. It was really good. Local Public House is a treat. Drop by hang out and have some really good food. I'll be back!
(5)
Thomas A.
Thanks to Kialha Foust for introducing us to Local's delicacies in our hometown of San Ann, FL. Those chicken livers were worth ordering twice! Beautiful wine and wonderful company. You make coming back home worthwhile.
(5)
Chrissy K.
We had the charcuterie plate; I'm a vegetarian so I did not try the meats on the platter, but the cheeses were good. The only thing I would have changed, apart from excluding the meat, was to change the sweet pickles to dill - but that's my personal preference. I had the fried green tomato BLT without the bacon, and it was wonderful! The side salad veggies were crisp and green; kumquat vinaigrette was phenomenal! You can tell from the first bite that using locally-sourced ingredients makes a difference! Combine that with a bar and gift shop selling local wine/beer and live music and you've got a gem worth driving to!
(5)
Darcy G.
Lunch service was prompt, atmosphere was open and unpretentious, chicken liver po'boy was splendid (although took second place after tasting my mate's shrimp remoulade salad roll), and they had a very wide selection of local drafts! And they welcome Walkens! [rimshot]
(5)
Diana S.
I ordered the burger and fries. I ordered the burger medium well and got mine well done and a little burnt. Fries were good. Cole slaw had no taste. Love the whole concept of buying from local companies. The atmosphere was very inviting. Hoping next time I come in my food is better, because I really want this restaurant to work.
(3)
Heather V.
We've been a fan of Pearl in the Grove and finally had the chance to check out Local Public House! We loved it. The atmosphere and decor are very approachable and comfortable. It's a large place, well-decorated. The lighting was good, the music was just the right volume. We ate at the bar and had great service! Tony took great care of us. We enjoyed our tap wine at $6/ glass. I enjoyed their pinot grigio and my husband had their tempranillo. For food, we ordered a LOT. We started with boiled peanuts ($2) and they were really good, but it was our first time having them, so we don't have a reference. Then we had the sausage gravy fries which are a meal in themselves. Blanched, then fried, oh were they crispy and delicious. They were really thin and gorgeous. NUM. I ate all the gravy too, so I am really full! The fries are available plan, or with cheese, or with gravy, and are available as a side (In a presumably smaller and easier to eat portion) with any sandwich. I highly recommend. The cheese and charcuterie platter was also amazing. There were 4 delicious local cheeses, a local honey, 2 meats, homemade pecan brittle, house made pickles. It was DIVINE. The pickles and brittle were exceptional and their cheeses were outstanding. We also ordered the andouille corn dogs but only ate one because really, this is too much food for 2 people. But it was good. I thought the mustard was a tiny bit overpowering which is unusual because I LOVE anything mustard. We took them home for leftovers tho. I think they'll be great reheated. In short, I think we have a winner here. Really good food in a really good environment with really friendly service. If I lived in walking distance, it would be dangerous... We will return for sure!
(5)
Liz E.
Have been here for lunch and again for brunch. LOVE what they've done to the place. Service is great. Rated a 3 because the food is disappointing. Brunch is one of my favorites meals. Where are the omelets or eggs Benedict? Wanted eggs so ordered the eggs and fries. Should have known better! Not very creative -- French fries mixed with bacon and cheese, two eggs on top -- kinda greasy and strange! And where's the toast? Like the idea of the place -- local vendors, farm to fork, but the menu needs some help.
(3)
Kate L.
Myself and my girlfriend went in Sunday evening for dinner and drinks. The service was okay, the wine was fabulous, but the real star here is the food. We started with a cheese platter. The Asher blue cheese was stellar. From their I had a big salad with grilled chicken and my friend had a burger and coleslaw. The burger was delicious, and cooked perfectly to medium rare. The salad was outrageous! Crispy, fresh greens, salty goat cheese, and fresh fruit. But the star was the chicken. Perfectly seasoned, and the skin was nice and crispy. We'll be back.
(5)
Mike W.
The service was absolutely amazing! As professional as you could ask. The greens and grilled chicken in my salad were so fresh I didn't need any dressing, but I did put on the locally produced cumquat vinaigrette dressing, all amazing. The portions are human sized for one meal. My kids all loved everything they ordered and they are foodies already from many hours studying the Food Network. As soon as you get out of your vehicle you know you are in for something special. Check out the repurposed cold storage door at the entrance. Very cool. I hear their thing is to buy everything possible locally. It's convenient that the restaurant came to San Antonio Florida which is a veritable bread basket for all kinds of food. That doesn't mean a shortage of selection of wine or beer, to the contrary. The place inside was put together in a perfect blend of repurposing old and intelligently using new materials. This is a must try. Easy parking.
(5)
Justine G.
3 stars because the place is so cute. wonderful environment...but the portions are small and the food mediocre at best. really like the spot so I hope the food improves
(3)
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Address :32750 Pennsylvania Ave
San Antonio, FL, 33576
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : No Good For : Lunch Parking : Street, Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Hipster Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Rebekah H.
Drove 40 minutes to visit this quaint restaurant with big flavor! We ordered the boiled peanuts and fries with beer cheese to start with while we explored their menu of local brews and wine. The peanuts were hot and fresh and the fries, well, I could've ate my body weights worth and kept going. After stuffing ourselves on appetizers we ordered a burger and a shrimp po'boy. The burger was the best we'd had in long time if not ever and the po'boy wasn't incredible but it didn't matter because everything else was so amazing! To top the experience off the restaurant uses fresh local ingredients and the service was extraordinary! Definitely recommended if you're in the area and even if you're not.
(5)Harriet M.
My companion ordered the fried green tomato BLT and Big Storm's Rise and Shine IPA. He loved them. I ordered the red beans and rice with andouille sausage. Very tasty!
(4)Eva P.
Lunch- beer cheese fries with bacon, really can't go wrong. The daily special which was meatloaf and mashed potatoes was super yummy. Husband had the red beans and rice with the super beer cheese fries we were full but his serving was on the small side. Decor was nicely done, bathrooms excellent, tons of potential with this place. I hope they do well! I think the concept of the menu, drink and decor are well thought out. Only advice I would have, less salt, and a better way to communicate the story of the place.
(4)Kim A.
This place rocks! The staff is as friendly as they come and the place has a very relaxed atmosphere. The clean lines and pub look are a fresh face in San Ann. The beer and wine selection will blow your mind, not to mention it is locally sourced. I love the burgers, chicken liver po'boy ( the gravy on it is to die for), the fish and chips, and the sweet potato chips. This is basically everything I've tried, so in my opinion not a bad thing on the menu! The owners, Curtis and Rebecca, are a class act! Highly recommended !!
(5)Sondra C.
Just visited recently for a good friend's birthday and fell hard. I loved their other restaurant, Pearl In The Grove, and this one is slightly bigger and more casual than the Pearl, yet equally lovable. I love a farm to table place, and any establishment with boiled peanuts on the menu gets a big nod from me. I had the delectable Fried Green Tomato BLT with their house-made sweet potato chips and loved both. I love the interior and communal feel. Friendly, courteous service too. I will definitely head back soon. Made for a very enjoyable birthday dinner.
(5)John D.
Service was mediocre. Portions were on the small size. The BBQ sandwich was a bit bland.The atmosphere and setting was nice. I do not think I will be coming back.
(3)Jarrett Z.
Regular pub fare drummed up as being "all organic and free range/grass fed", at premium $$. Also, it takes a little too long for the good to come out. Cooks don't seem to honor custom ordering. I ordered my egg and fries with over easy eggs....I got over hard. On the plus side, the food tasted decent, and the server was very friendly and prompt.
(3)Joel H.
The Local House is "a grown up pub with great burgers, po-boys, salads and snacks made with all local ingredients." What's more is that The Local House is willing to serve this locally sourced food without the attitude. They cater to vegetarians and vegans and they aren't against substitutions. This is in stark contrast to some of the "local ingredient" restaurants I've visited. The Local House's menu is pretty sparse. It only offers about twenty food items. Yea, I'm counting appetizers, salads, main courses and desserts when I say that. While that might turn off some, I'm okay with that. Give me a place that does less things better over one that does a million things mediocre any day. Of those twenty or so food items, we sampled six of them during our recent visit. Our list included the rice and beans, sweet potato chips, chips and salsa, french fries, the Underground Salad and the Fried Green Tomato BLT (minus the bacon). We took the BLT with a side salad and kumquat vinaigrette. The chips and salsa and sweet potato chips were the first two items that arrived at our table. The chips were served on a board alongside The Local House's freshly made kumquat salsa and beer cheese fondue. I loved the chips. They were dark in color (they looked more like pita chips than tortilla chips) and were not greasy at all. The chips were thick, twice the size of your typical Mexican restaurant, crispy and firm. This helped them hold up nicely to the pressures of my vigorous dipping. I was disappointed with the kumquat salsa. I was really hoping to be wowed, that the salsa would stand out versus some of my favorite store-bought salsas and I'd have no choice but to beg them for a container to take home. But I didn't get that. I felt fine leaving the half eaten salsa remnants on the table and not packing it up to take home. The beer cheese fondue was a hit amongst the cheese eaters at our table, especially Z-Bot. After the chips were gone, most people moved on to other things...not Z-Bot. She took out a spoon and started eating the cheese with it. She couldn't get enough. My favorite appetizer of the evening was the sweet potato chips. For an extra fee, these chips can be upgraded to be covered with gorgonzola and balsamic. We upgraded, although we got the cheese on the side. I loved that the chips were super thinly sliced and crisped to perfection. Like the chips and salsa, these guys were not super oily. But what made the dish was the balsamic drizzle. That added a nice little tang to the appetizer. With the cheese and balsamic added in, these chips came out to be about nine dollars and fifty cents. The Local House is definitely not cheap but when you are eating at a restaurant that uses only local ingredients, that is to be expected. These restaurants aren't privy to the cheaper wholesale prices that are offered by corporate companies that ship national meat, cheese, fruits and vegetables. The Fried Green Tomato BLT was a very popular sandwich at our table (five of them were ordered) for good reason. It was awesome. It all starts with the bread. The sandwich is served on a roll that comes from the Jamison B Breadhouse Bakes (in Ybor). The bread was crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy on the inside. It fell somewhere in the middle of the dense/light spectrum. Airy but not Wonder Bread, dense but not the sourdough I baked last summer. The green tomato, courtesy of Green Acre Aquaponics , was nicely breaded and held up during the eating process. There is nothing worse than a breading that slides off mid-chew. The sandwich was a bit dry because it is served with no condiments. I counteracted that by dipping it into the kumquat vinaigrette that came along with my side salad. The dressing mixed with the tomato and bread made this a memorable sandwich. One of the best I've had in the Tampa region? It's too early to tell. Guess I'll have to go back a couple more times. I left the restaurant patting myself on the back saying good call on the side salad. Not only was the salad dressing a nice dipping accompaniment to the FGT-BLT but the vegetables themselves were absolutely divine. Crispy, juicy, crunchy, fresh. These were the adjectives that kept playing through my head as I savored each bite. You could just feel the difference between The Local House's salad and one that you get at a restaurant that doesn't source locally. J-Fur ordered the Underground Salad which combines seasonal fruit, greens and goat cheese. Despite the fact that it was loaded with fruit, she felt that the salad needed to be just a bit sweeter. For Z-Bot, we got an order of rice and beans. She played with it more than she ate. The following day I ate the leftovers for lunch. Good, but not really special. They were your typical rice and beans. Great sandwich, salad and chips, good rice and beans and a fun atmosphere are all reasons why I will be paying the Local Public House & Provisions more visits.
(4)Ashlea B.
An instant favorite! The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined... an excellent example of something old made new and awesome. The menu may not be expansive, but there's everything there you need- and everything I've had so far is delicious. Local ingredients and one of the best Florida craft beer selections I've seen on tap in this area in one place. Quickly made it into our regular rotation for a guaranteed great night out.
(5)Lawrence C.
Can't get over the 4 & 5 star reviews here. This is a standard, average (at best) pub restaurant. ....not worthy of the outstanding 4 & 5 stars I award to restaurants that offer innovative offerings, good value, or exceptional service; none of which were evident here. As John D. reviewed earlier, food was bland, and portions small. The Fried green tomato BLT was bland and dry. I've lived in Florida & the south for 15 years, and I know fried green tomatoes. This was unseasoned and I had to ask for sauce and the only thing they offered me was Tabasco. A remoulade would have been more suitable instead of just mayonnaise on the sandwich, as they offer that with the shrimp. Since there was already mayonnaise on the sandwich I didn't want to add more mayo blended remoulade. Also, the toasted french roll was completely tasteless. The side of coleslaw was loaded with mayonnaise, despite being described as vinegar based by our server (see photo). My wife ordered red beans & rice. The restaurant was empty on a Friday @ 12:45, yet we still had to wait 22 minutes for our food to come out. Limited food menu, average prices, small quantity left me looking forward to an early dinner later tonight.
(2)Lauren M.
I loved the layout of this place, super fun and hip little food/bar spot. But the food fell a bit short for me. I ordered the shrimp and grits dish, which is usually pretty heavy and filling. But I was still hungry after eating it. Either the portions are small or I'm a porker, you can decide. I was also disappointed with the flavors - I thought they'd really pop with some spice and seasoning and cheesy goodness, but this lunch special was a miss for me. However, I'd recommend this place for beer and appetizers for sure.
(3)S H.
What a great find! "Local" isn't just the name; it's the ethos: the beers are from local microbrews and foods are locally sourced as well. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. I had a beer sampler and found some new favorites. For lunch, I had the nachos, which were fantastic and slightly unusual. The chips were freshly made and topped with a beer-cheese sauce, pulled pork, chili and fresh tomatoes. My hubby had the pulled pork sandwich and fries, which he wolfed down like he hadn't eaten all week. He said it was excellent. Very pleasant atmosphere, clean facility and wonderful food. We'll definitely be back!
(5)John D.
My wife and I have been here before and it is always great. Everything is fresh, from local farmers, and changes with the season... It is always a different experience and the food is delicious. I am not sure if you could go wrong with anything from the menu. I am always drawn to the salads since they are super fresh. The toppings are quite different and include fried green tomatoes, shrimp, chicken thighs, or pulled pork. Can't imagine pulled pork on a salad but gave it a try...amazing! I will always try to come here when I am in San Antonio. The service is great and the setting is relaxing.
(5)Dennis D.
Hidden gem! Located on Pennsylvania Ave in San Antonio is local. This place is simple and does it right. I had the pulled pork sandwich and my oh my was it delicious. Only criticism was the slaw was kind of dry. The fries were delicious as well as the bbq sauce. Great food. Great beer and great ambiance. Will definitely be returning.
(4)Rachel M.
This place is amazing. Can't believe it's located in the little itty bitty town of San Antonio, FL where there is nothing much except for nearby Saint Leo University, and cute little antiquing town of Dade City. I instantly walked in, and was like wow, this is so HGTV. I loved the ambiance, and the cleanliness of everything. It was so modern and sleek. I looked at the menu, and honestly, I was nervous at the lack of menu items there were on the menu. Then again, when the menu is minimal in options, for sure they will do it right, and exceed expectations. I picked out a few options, and then asked my waitress what would be the best. Shrimp Remoulade Salad Roll sounded good to me, as well as the Fried Green Tomato Blt, and lastly The Big Salad. I picked out The Big Salad with Grilled Chicken Thigh, and a Side of Fried Green tomatoes. This salad was out of this world. I am by far not a salad-as-an-entrée type of person whatsoever. The salad had the following: aquaponic greens with your choice: tomato, cucumber, strawberries and pineapple, goat cheese, kumquat & vidalia onion vinaigrette. The salad also comes with Bleu cheese and onion, but I asked not to have that. The side of fried green tomatoes were so juicy & fresh. I swear they were best I have had in a while, probably since I was in Savannah, GA. I would have loved to try some of their drinks and desserts, but what I had was perfect for my lunch. I can't wait to go back, and try their Sunday brunch and their Monday specials. Don't forget to check out the back area where there is a nice sitting area, as well as a market with local food items including wine, drinks, kumquat salsas. You will love it. If you love sitting outside, they do have their outside sitting area. I didn't check if it was dog friendly, but I hope that they are because it's a pretty big nice area.
(5)Danielle G.
We love the local. It was much needed addition in San Antonio! The food is typically really good and there beer selection is always changing. There is always something new and interesting to try. The original staff members are great! They remember me and my family when we come in and know what we typically order. That is what makes the restaurant such a good fit for the small town that it is in. They have recently hired a bunch new staff and manager who all don't embrace the laid back small town feel that the San Ann has and what made the local so great when it first opened. Lately, I dont feel like the "ideal" clientele that the new staff would like to see, which is crummy because we have been going regularly since they opened. I hope it doesn't become a business as usual restaurant lacking the small town charm. Keep it a laid back, fun, inviting environment with great local food and great beer served by wonderful people and I know it will be successful!
(4)Mary A.
What a great place !!! Wonderful service ,beautiful place and amazing food !!! We are already planning our next visit.
(5)Steve C.
I finally made time to go here after many weeks of meaning to do so. It's tucked away in a quaint little town of San Anne. The space used to be a the San Anne Market but has been totally revamped. It's a large, open space filled with long tables, friendship tables and a HUGE bar. The farm to fork concept is evident here. I had the 'big salad' top with pulled pork. The salad has a spiring mix with cucumber, tomato, red onion as well as cantaloupe and watermelon. I left off the goat and blue cheeses. Everything on the salad was fresh, no wilted lettuce or over ripened vegetables. Now a lot of people make pulled pork and many of them an make it tender. Where most places go wrong is by relying on their sauce to give the pork flavor. Nay-Nay I say, not here. The pork is perfectly seasoned and stands tall on its own. I will have to come back and try some of the other interesting menu items like 'liver & onions' Po-boy and andouille sausage corn dog bites.
(5)Bob V.
Love the food and atmosphere. Prices are great and I look forward to coming here whenever time allows.
(5)Nick S.
Absolutely Love it. Beautiful space. Limited but fun food offerings that r playful, well executed, and delicious. I had the Fried green tomato BLT and a goat cheese n watermelon n micro green salad. It's in a terrific open space with natural wood, refined lighting, and a deep black and relaxing white color scheme. Delightful. There are large tables that are perfect for groups and gatherings as well as an endless bar and comfortable booths for date nights. There is a lovely sitting area on the side and a "Provisions" store with wine, beer and soda offerings as well as kumquat jam, salsa and chutney (nearby Dade City is the U.S. capitol for kumquats and home to the annual kumquat festival). Produce, cheeses and meats are sourced from local and regional farms. And many area beers and wines are on offer. This is a super fun place to check out. While you're up here stroll this lovely small town and visit St Leo University and the citrus orchard behind it (ripe in winter) overlooking Lake Jovita.
(5)Ian S.
What a find in little old San Antonio! Nice open floor plan with exposed beams and polished concrete floor, plenty of chairs. Looks like a cool place to hang out, especially on Sundays when they have live blues! I had the cheeseburger, which is grass-fed beef with a bit of pork in it on a lovely brioche bun, yummy! My buddy has the fried green tomato BLT, are you kidding me? He said it was the best BLT he's ever had. Oh, and lots of local craft beers on tap, and even a few weird bottles... I think I might actually drive up from Riverview on Sunday to check out the blues band.
(4)Kelly M.
A wonderful addition to San Antonio. The BLT is wonderful, chicken and waffles - oh my! Shrimp and grits might be my favorite. Small menu, but done well. Staff is always pleasant.
(5)Joe L.
What a great place. It's off the beaten path but it's an amazing time. It is worth looking into.
(5)Robert B.
I freaking love this place! The food is the best I've had in Pasco county and I love getting to try dishes composed of only locally-sourced ingredients. The beer selection is surprisingly local, deep, and bold for this kind of small town establishment (rotations can include CCB offerings, triple IPA's, CBGB Berliner Weisse, Orange Blossom pilsners, and...Key Lime Hard Cider?!). The charcuterie board features some prize gems, but the best way to start a meal there has to be the pretzel sticks with IPA-infused beer cheese dip. Crazy, crazy good. The burger is exceptional, but I confess that I DO slip some mouthwatering Natsuke's bacon atop there (poached from the Fried Green Tomato BLT ordered by a vegetarian). If you can stop in on Mondays, the Chicken & Waffles special is phenomenal! I'd love to see that every day! Finish your meal with a Sea Salt Brownie (you'll make the room, I promise) and a trip to the local General Store. Lest you forget it's called Local Public House AND Provisions, there's a cool little in-house shop that lets you purchase some of the local ingredients to take home (Kumquat Vinaigrette and IPA Sour Beer Pickles are standout gems!). Throw in a laid-back vibe, friendly staff, and local music on weekends and you've got the makings of something really special that's worth a drive to San Antonio, TX, let alone San Antonio, FL. I'm happy to have this nearby, but I'd be a weekly regular even if I lived out in St. Pete. Yes, it's that good.
(5)Jeannie C.
First of all let me say that this place is pricy....but in the long run...worth it. The food is all Local Fresh..Fresh...oh and did I say Fresh, and unique. I had the grilled chicken leg salad and the meat was succulent and the greens..well..see above. The salad dressing was home made and altho when it first came to the table I thought the portion small, I was pleasantly full with a little room for ..The Best...cold brewed coffee on tap. Loved the place and would have lingered to talk with the ever present and very pleasant owner but had an appointment...I will return. .
(4)Kym M.
As fans of Pearl in the Grove, we had to try out their new venture. The beer menu is an impressive offering of the top local brews. The food menu makes it tough to choose from locally sourced fare. I had the Underground Salad. It was generous and exceptionally tasty. My husband had the Chicken Liver Po' Boy which was amazing (I had to steal a bite...or two...or three). My only regret is that we don't live closer so that we could visit more often. We are definitely looking forward to our next visit!
(5)Mary M.
The food is fresh and tasty but a bit over priced. Beers are nice and cold and carry a variety of local brews. Nice atmosphere to hang out .
(3)Krys M.
I went here with a work gathering after a tour of the local university. I was really into the décor of the place--it's somewhere between shabby chic and antique industrial. Love. Based on the hipster décor and the fantastic mustache of the manager that came out to greet us warmly, my expectations were on the optimistic side. First of all, if I lived here, I think it would be my hang out. It has a huge bar---but it's so smartly lit and decorated that it doesn't have that grungy "bar" or "pub" feel. It's pleasant. They carry all kinds of local brews, including Swamp Head "Stumpknocker IPA", which I haven't had outside of Gainesville, so that's cool. The food...well, it was fine from what I saw of everyone's plates. Portions were small though; even their "big Salad" was laughable and seemed like a side salad to me. If someone's paying 15 bucks for a complete lunch, I would think that there are much better options than what was offered here. I mean, would an extra handful or two of lettuce be too much to ask? The catfish I had was pretty salty, which I was ok with, but it did dominate the flavor of the fish. The side salad I had was small, but a good alternative to a fried side dish. Everyone else concluded that the food was "ok". Service was strange...they served 1/2 of our table about 10-15 minutes before the other half, so the people across from us got to stare at our food getting cold. Our waitress urged us to eat anyway--for a business meeting where manners and consideration are everything, it was the most awkward thing for our group. As for the checks, I think we got them taken care of after a half-hour of the waitstaff trying to figure out who got what. Our waitress was really apologetic; everyone has off days with large groups, so I'll give them a pass on that one. Final Verdict: A good place to grab some brews and maybe an app, but I'd probably wait a bit for this place to get better established before I would bring anyone there.
(3)Eric C.
Very awesome spot. Exceptional food and service! They have gourmet style food. We got the buger with gorganzola cheese and it was ammmmmazing! Great local spot and almost sticks out in the rural lamdscape. Great craft beers on draft. The best part of the establishment is they pride themselves in using local food providers and sustainable practices. Awesome for adult gatherings and date nights. We'll definitely be back!
(5)Mollyana W.
Fresh & delicious. All local producers. Our family enjoyed every bite of it. So much in fact, we all shared bites of each other's meals!
(5)Tanoi Q.
Lovely place! Our favorite place to stop on our Sunday drive! Great food and people! The loaded fries are wonderful!
(5)Dena M.
This place has LOT'S of potential but needs some refinement. Menu is limited and beer is expensive considering it's from local breweries. We live within walking distance and would love to go to The Local several times a week but just two draft beers is $12. Multiply that by two people, one app and a tip and you're already over $40. And if you are like us, two beers a piece is nothing so we never walk outta there for less than $60 bucks. They have recently started a 'Happy Hour' but it's Monday - Thursday, 3 - 6 pm. Totally unrealistic for working people. Please offer specials when people can actually take advantage of them. Current offer comes off as an insincere. Food....VERY limited menu and existing items need some help, like the Fried Green Tomato sandwich. Very bland, needs a sauce or something to give it some flavor. Burger and pulled pork sandwich are decent but coleslaw is gross and we love coleslaws. Shrimp remoulade salad roll is disgusting. We've tried it twice, thinking the first time was an 'off' day and nope, it's just gross. Shrimp have a very strong 'seafood' (maybe they were going bad?) flavor and remoulade was way to horseradishy. (It's a word now. Lol) Don't bother with the shrimp and grits; grits are runny and entire dish has NO flavor. However, pretzel sticks and beer cheese dip are great! Would be nice to have more menu items. They already have a Fried Green Tomato sandwich so why not have a fried green tomato app? And what bar-restaurant does not have chicken wings?!?! Atmosphere... Awesome! Sincerely wish the owners/management would/will take this constructive criticism into consideration. We live in a very nice upper middle class community close by and I know that many of us in our community (and others communities close by) have discussed what I have mentioned here and how we would like to patronize The Local more often but between lack of/lousy food and alcohol prices, it's just not gonna happen. Change it and we will come.
(2)Heather R.
We ate here after running the rattlesnake five mile run. The menu is simple and small but everything they are doing is spot on. The "big salad" was perfectly dressed and i loved the kumqout vidallia drressing. Everything is local and craft made. The decor is simple and fun, brick interior, american flags and just a perfect day. They are pulling ten taps i think of craft beer from the tampa area. I wish i lived closer, I'd be a regular. the bar man tony was so friendly and fun. thanks for a great experience.
(5)Chuck K.
We had the Blue Cheese Sweet Potato Chips which were incredible and the Andouille Sausage Corn Dogs which were tasty. Dinner was the catfish, which my husband devoured,and the Fried Green Tomato BLT which I really enjoyed. Nice atmosphere, good service, and decent prices.
(4)Mary M.
Great, casual atmosphere. You would never know it was a general store over 100 years ago! They kept the look, but upgraded the style. Sit inside - plenty of barstools to accommodate large parties - or outside on the patio. Lunch on a Monday was pretty low key, but I bet this place is fun on the weekends! We didn't try any brews this time, but the sweet tea and root beer were delish! The waffle and chicken special should be a staple - yum! The service was perfect. Very attentive and social staff from the second we walked in. Nice sized tvs for game watching, but not so large that they take over the simple decor. We look forward to going back when there's live entertainment. I can see myself becoming a regular!
(5)Jake K.
Local craft beers + local food = great place. I would highly recommend stopping by for lunch or dinner. I had the corn dogs and their burger, which were both great. Service was quick and bartenders were friendly. Will do my best to head there again soon.
(5)Bob S.
I was in the area on business and decided to try the latest offering from the good people behind another favorite, Pearl in the Grove. I have to tell you.. i love this place! The atmosphere is great, warm and welcoming. Hip without really trying. Local has a wide verity of beer, as well as selection of craft soft drinks. One of my friends is pregnant and loved the Root Beer they have on tap. The food was outstanding. Simple, but very well done. Andouille corn dogs, Sweet Potato chips with blue cheese and balsamic, and the burger. Just great. We finished with some cold press coffee.. I KNOW... i have never heard of cold press coffee either. It was really good. Local Public House is a treat. Drop by hang out and have some really good food. I'll be back!
(5)Thomas A.
Thanks to Kialha Foust for introducing us to Local's delicacies in our hometown of San Ann, FL. Those chicken livers were worth ordering twice! Beautiful wine and wonderful company. You make coming back home worthwhile.
(5)Chrissy K.
We had the charcuterie plate; I'm a vegetarian so I did not try the meats on the platter, but the cheeses were good. The only thing I would have changed, apart from excluding the meat, was to change the sweet pickles to dill - but that's my personal preference. I had the fried green tomato BLT without the bacon, and it was wonderful! The side salad veggies were crisp and green; kumquat vinaigrette was phenomenal! You can tell from the first bite that using locally-sourced ingredients makes a difference! Combine that with a bar and gift shop selling local wine/beer and live music and you've got a gem worth driving to!
(5)Darcy G.
Lunch service was prompt, atmosphere was open and unpretentious, chicken liver po'boy was splendid (although took second place after tasting my mate's shrimp remoulade salad roll), and they had a very wide selection of local drafts! And they welcome Walkens! [rimshot]
(5)Diana S.
I ordered the burger and fries. I ordered the burger medium well and got mine well done and a little burnt. Fries were good. Cole slaw had no taste. Love the whole concept of buying from local companies. The atmosphere was very inviting. Hoping next time I come in my food is better, because I really want this restaurant to work.
(3)Heather V.
We've been a fan of Pearl in the Grove and finally had the chance to check out Local Public House! We loved it. The atmosphere and decor are very approachable and comfortable. It's a large place, well-decorated. The lighting was good, the music was just the right volume. We ate at the bar and had great service! Tony took great care of us. We enjoyed our tap wine at $6/ glass. I enjoyed their pinot grigio and my husband had their tempranillo. For food, we ordered a LOT. We started with boiled peanuts ($2) and they were really good, but it was our first time having them, so we don't have a reference. Then we had the sausage gravy fries which are a meal in themselves. Blanched, then fried, oh were they crispy and delicious. They were really thin and gorgeous. NUM. I ate all the gravy too, so I am really full! The fries are available plan, or with cheese, or with gravy, and are available as a side (In a presumably smaller and easier to eat portion) with any sandwich. I highly recommend. The cheese and charcuterie platter was also amazing. There were 4 delicious local cheeses, a local honey, 2 meats, homemade pecan brittle, house made pickles. It was DIVINE. The pickles and brittle were exceptional and their cheeses were outstanding. We also ordered the andouille corn dogs but only ate one because really, this is too much food for 2 people. But it was good. I thought the mustard was a tiny bit overpowering which is unusual because I LOVE anything mustard. We took them home for leftovers tho. I think they'll be great reheated. In short, I think we have a winner here. Really good food in a really good environment with really friendly service. If I lived in walking distance, it would be dangerous... We will return for sure!
(5)Liz E.
Have been here for lunch and again for brunch. LOVE what they've done to the place. Service is great. Rated a 3 because the food is disappointing. Brunch is one of my favorites meals. Where are the omelets or eggs Benedict? Wanted eggs so ordered the eggs and fries. Should have known better! Not very creative -- French fries mixed with bacon and cheese, two eggs on top -- kinda greasy and strange! And where's the toast? Like the idea of the place -- local vendors, farm to fork, but the menu needs some help.
(3)Kate L.
Myself and my girlfriend went in Sunday evening for dinner and drinks. The service was okay, the wine was fabulous, but the real star here is the food. We started with a cheese platter. The Asher blue cheese was stellar. From their I had a big salad with grilled chicken and my friend had a burger and coleslaw. The burger was delicious, and cooked perfectly to medium rare. The salad was outrageous! Crispy, fresh greens, salty goat cheese, and fresh fruit. But the star was the chicken. Perfectly seasoned, and the skin was nice and crispy. We'll be back.
(5)Mike W.
The service was absolutely amazing! As professional as you could ask. The greens and grilled chicken in my salad were so fresh I didn't need any dressing, but I did put on the locally produced cumquat vinaigrette dressing, all amazing. The portions are human sized for one meal. My kids all loved everything they ordered and they are foodies already from many hours studying the Food Network. As soon as you get out of your vehicle you know you are in for something special. Check out the repurposed cold storage door at the entrance. Very cool. I hear their thing is to buy everything possible locally. It's convenient that the restaurant came to San Antonio Florida which is a veritable bread basket for all kinds of food. That doesn't mean a shortage of selection of wine or beer, to the contrary. The place inside was put together in a perfect blend of repurposing old and intelligently using new materials. This is a must try. Easy parking.
(5)Justine G.
3 stars because the place is so cute. wonderful environment...but the portions are small and the food mediocre at best. really like the spot so I hope the food improves
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