Local

4.4

1436 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

21 Dec 2024

20:30

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

L O C A L was conceptualized by chef_owner Tracy Miller, in 1998. with the inspired vision of becoming a local establishment in Dallas serving a seasonally inspired modern american menu. We are located in the spirited, soulful + historical Boyd Hotel, circa 1911, in Deep Ellum, TX.

Our culinary approach consistently embraces a menu that welcomes the simplest, most honest ingredients available. We are always eager to share our fondness of quality driven products and we stay true to who we are while preparing food that makes us happy.

Every evening we offer our ala carte dinner menu, our 7 course chef's tasting menu and our boutique take away menu. For reservations of 6 or more please contact us at (214) 752-7500.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(214) 752-7500
Website
http://www.LOCALDALLAS.COM/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Tracy Miller
Catering
Large events only.

Location
2936 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75226
Area
Deep Ellum
Cross Street
Hall Street
Parking details
We offer complimentary parking for our guests in the private lot adjacent to the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

This Evening's Soup
Local's Fried Green Beans
creamy thyme, garlic infused dipping sauce
Simple Salad of Endive, Frisee
radicchio, baby rocket haricot vert, gorganzola, meyer lemon v chardonnay talbott
Hearts of Butter Lettuce
baby spring onion rings creamy rogue blue cheese dressing, crumbled pancetta chablis michel, fils
Dino Kale, Charred Treviso
roasted yellow teardrops, parmesan shaved, toasted crumbs, white anchovy dressing medoc chateau greysac
Roasted Candy Striped Beets
,wild baby arugula paula's chevre', beet jus syrup, balsamic vinaigrette pinot noir hook, ladder
Scratch 3 Cheese Ravioli
teardrop tomato pan jus, sweet basil pesto flash fried spinach, snowing parm malbec tucamen
Seared Scallops Maltaise
blood orange hollandaise, sections, endive, frisee, shaved fennel pinot gris schlumberger
Pure Ahi Tuna Tartare
english cucumber radish slaw, handmade sesame seed cracker chablis louis michel, fils
Pan Seared Maine Lobster Cake
crispy baby beet, carrot, frisee slaw, meyer lemon dill cream sauvignon blanc groth
Cheese, Crackers
local's evolving cheese collection, endive savoy cabbage slaw, fruit conserve, crostini, warm baguette

Tallorder

$22 - $26

Burgundy Pasture Burger Basket
gruyere spiked, caramelized sweet onions, yellow tomato, horseradish secret sauce, panko tator tots, warm house made ketchup ice cold beer foster's
Cara Cara Balsamic Glazed Salmon
fava bean whip, sugar snap, spring pea saute, mint oil, daikon radish slaw pinot gris schlumberger
Herb Marinated Seared Scallops
yukon gold potato risotto, mini arugula, simple citrus butter glaze sauvignon blanc groth
Cornflake Panko Crusted Seabass
creamy parmesan reggiano risotto, herb beurre blanc, haricot vert [seabass=marine stewardship counsel certified] chardonnay talbott
Slow Braised Pork Osso Buco
white cheddar grits, bruised tomatoes. roasted garlic, texas greens , tomato pan jus malbec tucamen
Caramelized Berkshire Pork Tender
stone ground polenta, pure maple glaze, baby spinach pancetta toss pinot noir hook, ladder
Herb Rubbed Colorado Lamb Loin
fingerling potato pearl onion roast, madeira spiked lamb jus, grilled asparagus medoc chateau greysac
Grilled Grass Fed Tenderloin Filet
panko crusted tator tots, baby arugula toss, tawny port balsamic finish cabernet sauvignon donalti

Side Order

Mascarpone Mac, Cheese
Sauteed Red, Green Kale
Broccoli Rabe Charred
Roasted Baby Striped Beets Balsamic, Chevré
Panko Crusted Tator Tots, House Ketchup
Creamy Parmesan Risotto
White Cheddar Grits

What 1,436 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Local in Deep Ellum offers an "amazing experience" with its delicious food, attentive service, and inviting atmosphere. Known for its quiet charm, it's perfect for intimate dinners and date nights. Highlights include "homemade mint chocolate ice cream" and "Texas Honey Spice cake." Chef Tracey's presence adds a personal touch to this "gem" of a restaurant.

1,436 Reviews

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Cindy
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was an excellent meal. The atmosphere was quiet and conducive to visiting. The service and food wonderful. Truly enjoyed the evening.
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Shawn
VIP
Dallas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A Dallas institution. Hip atmosphere. Great music vibes. Wonderful menu with amazing attention to detail.
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Diner
Dallas
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always outstanding, especially the fried chicken! The space is warm and inviting, the service was great. So happy Local is going strong after two-plus decades!
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Brian
Chicago
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Was surprised that the place was not busier. The food was outstanding and the service was good too. The team seemed a little apprehensive, but came through with great recomendations and a great night for us all.
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Ben
VIP
Washington DC
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurant was outstanding but want to start with a warning about parking. Would avoid using the lot next to the restaurant. We’re paid for parking through the app but it’s set up deceptively to make you think you’ve paid for dinner. The lot owner monitors and boots your car while your at dinner. Cost $130 to remove. Meanwhile no problem for the paid street parking. Creed was lovely and has a great menu that is well crafted and tasty. On point service and other than the parking was a great meal and atmosphere.
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Stephen
VIP
Dallas
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Our experience at Local was quite the mixed bag. We arrived at the restaurant somewhat early because we were going before a show. There was one other table in the restaurant. We ordered some drinks that arrived quickly and were good, as well as some fried green beans. So far we were off to a decent start. However, there was a broken speaker in the restaurant that was giving LOTS of static sound - to the point of annoyance. Instead of just turning it off, they offered to move us. We chose to just stay since we had already started eating. Our food arrived (burger and crispy chicken). The burger was covered in some sort of curry spice/sauce that wasn't called out on the menu that my partner didn't like (they took it off the bill) Additionally, it was served with "tater tots", which can only be described as fried mashed potato sticks (much like a fried mozzarella stick, only with a mashed potato mush in the center, it was odd and not tasty at all). I ordered the crispy chicken which was generally pretty tasty, but overly salty. The slaw it came with was amazing. Even with the burger taken off, our bill was over $100 - which is much too pricey for what we got (let me be clear, we have no issue spending money on a great dinner). I don't think we'll be returning.
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Keith
VIP
Dallas
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Intimate atmosphere for great conversation, superb staff and delicious food!
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Sam
VIP
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 23 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
A fine though unremarkable tasting menu served way too quickly. Nine courses with wine pairings and it was over in 70 minutes. Guess the staff was in a hurry to pack up and get home, as I was at one of only two tables being served that night.
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CJAnderson
VIP
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Tracey never disappoints!! Beautiful night of food, drink and conversation with friends and clients. Don’t sleep on the tomato soup with the little grilled cheese sandwich!!! My favorite spot in Dallas!!
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Debbie
VIP
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Such a delicious meal at Local. Each course was fantastic. I highly recommend.
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FAQs

Local does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Local also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 752-7500.

Local is rated 4.4 stars by 1436 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

21 Dec 2024

20:30

Order delivery or takeout

2936 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75226

Additional information

Cross Street
Hall Street
Area
Deep Ellum
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer complimentary parking for our guests in the private lot adjacent to the restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tracy Miller
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.LOCALDALLAS.COM/
Phone number
(214) 752-7500
Catering
Large events only.

Local

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Short Order

This Evening's Soup

Local's Fried Green Beans

Simple Salad of Endive, Frisee

Hearts of Butter Lettuce

Dino Kale, Charred Treviso

Roasted Candy Striped Beets

Scratch 3 Cheese Ravioli

Seared Scallops Maltaise

Pure Ahi Tuna Tartare

Pan Seared Maine Lobster Cake

Cheese, Crackers

Tallorder

Burgundy Pasture Burger Basket

Cara Cara Balsamic Glazed Salmon

Herb Marinated Seared Scallops

Cornflake Panko Crusted Seabass

Slow Braised Pork Osso Buco

Caramelized Berkshire Pork Tender

Herb Rubbed Colorado Lamb Loin

Grilled Grass Fed Tenderloin Filet

Side Order

Mascarpone Mac, Cheese

Sauteed Red, Green Kale

Broccoli Rabe Charred

Roasted Baby Striped Beets Balsamic, Chevré

Panko Crusted Tator Tots, House Ketchup

Creamy Parmesan Risotto

White Cheddar Grits

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Local restaurant rated?

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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