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The Local Eatery & Pub
Opened in February 2011 by Derek Means and Craig Baker, The Local Eatery and Pub is a modern-american brasserie serving locally inspired food and drinks in a casual and energizing space for the whole family.
Featuring Organic, Local, Responsible, Sustainable, Scratch Kitchen, Artisan Spirits.
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Featuring Organic, Local, Responsible, Sustainable, Scratch Kitchen, Artisan Spirits.
49 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(34)
- fit for foodies(32)
- kid-friendly(21)
- good for groups(17)
- great for lunch(12)
- hot spot(9)
The Local Eatery & Pub Reviews List
Review 1 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We celebrated Fathers Day at The Local. Great choice!"
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love the changing menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed my meal and the fact that it was sourced close to home. Next time I'm excited to see what new creations they have, following the food and the seasons!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a true foodie heaven. Detailed prep, great prices, good beer!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Casual Dinner in Carmel
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The fish and chips were delicious. The perch was lighly breaded, fresh and perfectly fried. Would highly recommend."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Where delicious meets healthy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We just love The Local! Eat there often with our family, and also for casual adult night's out. The food is always wonderful, is locally sourced (hence the name) and organic (keep it healthy folks)! The servers have consistently been courteous and prompt, and they do juggle a lot with the number of families that patronize the place. I personally enjoy the menu specials which are wonderfully off-mainstream...duck, goat, lamb, frog's legs...yum! Great to have a place so close to home that changes it up regularly! Nice selection of beer, wine and fresh-made milk shakes for kids of all ages! And crayons at the brown paper covered tables allow grown ups some talk time when bringing the little ones along. We will continue to be regulars!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 6 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went on a Saturday fo lunch with my two grown children. The services was very fantastic. She was able to guide us to choices we would normally not make, cajun tater tots. Protions are large and can be shared. The strawbery lemonade with one free refill was a big hit. Already planning or next trip back."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food servers under trained
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always have a great meal here but prepare ourselves to poorly served. The servers are always friendly. It is just that inevitably something goes poorly. I thought that we had avoid the poor service curse when both or appetizer and main courses came out on time. However we had no utensils and had to ask another waiter for them. The table sitting next to us was set. The Waiter was new and our request for forks and spoons flustered him. He went to search for our server and we ended up reaching over to the table next so that our food would not get cold. After dinner we asked for desert menus but no one stopped by to take our order. Then waited15 mins for bill
The food is worth it but you need to be in a relaxed to stomach the spotty service"
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I ordered the chili and it was very spicy and was lukewarm is temperature. I had to ask for crackers as none were served with it. My husband ordered a tenderloin sandwich which he said was good. The waiter never asked us if we needed anything else or if our food was okay. We waited about 30 minutes to get our food. The restaurant was not busy when we were there."
Dined on 6/02/2013
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Review 9 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This place is not very good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place is not very good for vegetarians as there is little on the menu for a person who does not eat meat. Others seemed to be satisfied. The seating by the door, on a cold day does not play out well for the customer. The searing is not comfortable."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
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Review 10 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Used to be great,but ...
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Horrible service and tasteless food. I questioned my boyfriend if the chef was off that night or if anyone was tasting the food coming out the kitchen. One appetizer was inedible (razor clams). Salads were delivered while eating appetizers. Asked the food runner to slow down entrees, but no... entrees delivered while eating salad. I finally was so aggrevated I took my entree to go. I only had one glass of wine because my waiter was rushing us out and did not offer a second glass. This used to be my favorite local spot. Big waste of money. I had 3 courses, paid bill, received change, and was out the door in under an hour."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
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Review 11 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dinner started with an outstanding appetizer of goat cheese and garlic in olive oil and fresh bread. Mushroom risotto was amazing, and the mussels in a curry sauce were very tasty and cooked perfectly. Great meal overall. Plan on coming back with the kids. It is nice to have two areas to eat in. One area for adults only and the other for families."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
On My List for Visits to Indy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was very good. I had one of the specials - braised local lamb shepherd's pie. The lamb was tender and flavorful. Overall the dish was probably the best shepherd's pie I have ever had. My friend had the local kitchen sink bangers and mash. She loved it! The list of local brews was great, too. We were visiting from Cincinnati and were glad that we made the pick. It was definitely worth it. The only negative was the amount of noise. My friend and I were sitting across from each other and it was difficult to carry on a conversation due to the ambient noise."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Local has an excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Local has an excellent Northside Nights menu. It's unique and delicious. Definitely recommend giving The Local a try--Northside Nights or not. You won't be disappointed."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 14 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food made with ingredient
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food made with ingredients from local venders at great prices. Fun, inventive and ever changing menu."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a favorite place for us!
Love the food and we are foodies.
Thanks so much
See you soon"
Love the food and we are foodies.
Thanks so much
See you soon"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Local was recommended
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Local was recommended by one of the wait staff at another establishment. We arrived and were seated about 10 minutes late of our reservation. First of all the food was excellent. We had the duck wings and they were brilliant. If that was all The Local served it would be a hit. We had the lamb burger (great) and the "Chefs Snack" sandwich (also very good). I was surprised that with the significant selection of Bourbon and Rye Whiskey that there were not more cocktails based off of that selection. If we were to have any complaint it was with our service. Our waiter while friendly enough was slow and inattentive. Between when he first approached our table and when he came back to take our order was 15 minutes."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love this place.....fabulous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this place.....fabulous bison burger!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great elk burger...the food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great elk burger...the food is amazingly fresh and original. Love it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 19 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As the name implies, the menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As the name implies, the menu relies on local, seasonal foods to fill out their varied and always interesting menu selections. Some of our favorites are the elk burger and the tater tots made in house. Good sandwich and appetizer choices, as well as "comfort foods" to go along with some excellent "foodie-pleasing" entrees."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for The Local Eatery & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely excellent food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely excellent food and locally grown, raised, and sourced to the extent possible! Viking lamb sirloin was superb! The baked Capriole goat cheese appetizer was wonderful; and, for those who shy away from beets - try the roasted beet salad - yummy!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Local Eatery & Pub
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic