Local

4.8

1444 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

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 17:00–21:30
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, Takeaway, 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 1,444 people are saying

Local reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Local is a "hidden gem" in Dallas's Deep Ellum, offering "amazing food and service" in a charming historic venue. The chef-owner, Tracy, is praised for her "imaginative and delicious" cuisine, including standout tasting menus. Despite occasional critiques on pricing and seasoning, Local consistently delivers a "wonderful dining experience" with a "cool vibe" and "attentive staff."

1,444 Reviews

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Jeff
Dallas11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and excellent service. Would definitely return with invited friends.
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Eric VIP
Dallas17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first visit and it reminded me of a NYC restaurant with upbeat music, a warm and dark ambience that was perfect for Valentine's dinner.
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Brad
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time. The service was wonderful and the food was excellent. The chef also welcomed us and personally delivered our food to our table.
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Julie
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A five star experience - exceptional service, fabulous menu, delicious entrees, and unexpected desserts! Highly recommend for a special night out.
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Valerie
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the best restaurant in Dallas. The food is outstanding and so is the service.
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Scott
Dallas33 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always one of the best places in Dallas. I'm always shocked there aren't lines out the door. It's such a fantastic place.
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Craig
Dallas5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Local has become one of our favorite restaurants in the area! The chef is amazing at the food she produces. We love everything about this place. While it does not have a full bar (no hard liquor but wine and sake are prevalent), it makes up for it in what is available to drink and the pairings with food. Can’t wait to go back there!
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David
New York City46 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply amazing. A must try restaurant. Everything was wonderful. Food. Service. Ambience. Will absolutely be back.
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Cindy
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 December 2024
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
Dallas9 reviews
5.0
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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FAQs

Local offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 752-7500.

Local is rated 4.8 stars by 1444 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

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 17:00–21:30
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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Local

Make a booking

About this restaurant

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

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