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The Local

The Local

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American Restaurant$$$$
West Newton
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  • Alexa Jane B.
    Alexa Jane BrooksFebruary 18, 2015
    Really fun restaurant and pub. They have a full by and lots of TV's for sport games. Menu is stacked and people are genuine locals. Head over to the West Newton Cinema to catch a post dinner movie!
  • Lindsey V.heart icon on user image
    Lindsey VarrinMarch 18, 2016
    Everything is good here and the cocktails are amazing! I love the harvest salad with grilled salmon and the burning love cocktail. Great place!
  • Nathaniel H.heart icon on user image
    Nathaniel HajianDecember 16, 2012
    Probably one of the best places to eat in newton. Get many small things to share in stead of ordering your own meal. Go for the pizzas, raw tuna, and Mac every time. A personal favorite spot of mine!
  • Boston.com
    Boston.comAugust 9, 2012
    The Local Burger is made from prime beef topped with lettuce, thinly sliced pickle, onion, and tomato, and served on a brioche bun. Added tangy cheddar and smoky bacon make each mouthful sing. Read more
  • Elizabeth G.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth GrenierAugust 21, 2013
    Fried pickles are on another level here. Everything really rocks -- especially the lobster roll, truffle fries, and mussels!
  • Laura G.
    Laura GDecember 13, 2012
    Beautiful bar, with great ambiance. Fried pickles are to die for and steak tips are amazing. Will definitely be back!
  • Melissa R.
    Melissa RomigApril 5, 2010
    Hands down, our favorite place in West Newton. Very reasonable prices, very good food. Love, love, love the Truffle and Chive Mac and Cheese. And the warm handmade potato chips and dip. Delish! Read more
  • Eric A.
    Eric AndersenDecember 17, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Lobster Mac & Cheese is tough to get right…but they've done it here!
  • Blair G.
    Blair GindenJuly 24, 2013
    Everything was delicious! Definitely recommend the pickle chips. The garlic mashed potatoes are prime.
  • Zach S.heart icon on user image
    Zach StockwellMay 22, 2016
    Try the truffle mushroom mac n cheese!
  • Holiday
    HolidayAugust 3, 2017
    Hearty, healthy portions of fine food. Amazing, helpful staff!
  • Simon
    SimonMay 13, 2012
    Fantastic bar food as well as "normal" menu...deep fried pickles!! Cannot recommend highly enough. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
  • Karen R.
    Karen ReissJanuary 11, 2013
    Amazing meals! Great service! Try it if you haven't already. You won't be disappointed
  • Adam D.heart icon on user image
    Adam DAugust 1, 2013
    If you order the fried pickles the gods will look favorably on you for all your days. Screw your arteries, just get them!
  • Christina V.heart icon on user image
    Christina VarrassoAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Inventive menu. Good lunch options. Fun cocktails!
  • Jeremy K.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy KrantzJuly 16, 2014
    The fried pickles are awesome! Get them, you won't regret it
  • Ashley B.
    Ashley BrasfieldJune 22, 2012
    Get the mussels with bass ale and mustard broth. Burger and fries are great, too.
  • David L.
    David LanphearDecember 3, 2011
    Great burger. Chicken & jalapeño Mac-n-cheese is superb too. Use LevelUp for extra savings.
  • Noel L.heart icon on user image
    Noel LetourneauApril 19, 2016
    Beer, crispy brussel sprouts, wedge salad.
  • Katy H.heart icon on user image
    Katy HannanJanuary 18, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Awesome truffle fries for only $5, and a great staff!
  • Tyler M.
    Tyler MurphyJuly 24, 2013
    Fried pickles for an app and any of the entrees will satisfy!
  • Bradley G.heart icon on user image
    Bradley GamblingJune 14, 2017
    The fried pickles are the best.
  • Dan M.
    Dan MilanoMay 21, 2011
    Yellow Fin Burger was light and delicious. Hot Dog! Deserved the exclamation point.
  • Liz B.
    Liz BeauchampMarch 22, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Donate a dollar to UNICEF all week to help provide tap water to those less fortunate! March 19th - 25th
  • Joanna B.
    Joanna BJanuary 8, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the truffle parm fries and you won't be disappointed.
  • John H.
    John HaberlandJuly 21, 2013
    Not bad considering the limited choices in Newton, especially if you don't have a car. Truffle fries good but very salty. Fried chicken decent but not great. Note kinda pricey for the quality.
  • David C.heart icon on user image
    David CarrJuly 20, 2019
    Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad!
  • Jeff
    JeffMay 29, 2014
    Kitchen closes @ 10:30pm during the week.
  • steve h.
    steve hdSeptember 25, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Phenomenal grilled chicken. Wowsers this message will self destruct in 30 seconds.
  • Nicholas A.
    Nicholas AbouzeidJuly 18, 2013
    Fish and chips are to die for!
  • Katie J.
    Katie JandaApril 1, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Lobster mac n cheese... aka lobster crack and cheese. Heavy in the belly but oh so yummy!
  • Al S.
    Al SFebruary 6, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Do try the warm, handmade potato chips and French-onion dip. $5 at the bar.
  • Courtnie M.
    Courtnie MarieJuly 14, 2013
    Great drinks, rude bartender.
  • cosmo n.
    cosmo nicastroFebruary 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The chowda! Get the Chowda!
  • Rich T.
    Rich ThorneJanuary 25, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the truffled parmesan fries. They are the perfect complement to an ice cold beer.
  • Sara F.
    Sara FlemingJune 30, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Really great lobster roll!
  • cosmo n.
    cosmo nicastroFebruary 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Say Hi to Matt in the Kitchen...he's making all that great food
  • Jessica B.
    Jessica BibeauMarch 5, 2010
    Going tonight and have been there twice before. The tuna sashimi is incredible!
  • Rich T.
    Rich ThorneJanuary 25, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Enjoy the photographs (from yours truly) hanging on the wall. Figure out where each was taken, and I'll buy you a beer :)
  • Chris B.
    Chris BrasfieldJune 18, 2012
    So, yeah, get the pickle chips.
  • Marcus E.
    Marcus EckensbergerMarch 2, 2011
    You can park in the courthouse parking lot.
  • Jessica B.
    Jessica BibeauMarch 17, 2010
    Get the hummus plate it is so fresh!
  • Nick O.
    Nick OliveiraJuly 19, 2010
    Try the Abita Turbo Dog on draft.
  • Peter B.
    Peter BordenMay 10, 2011
    Fried pickles have to be tried
  • Bo D.
    Bo DubyaAugust 31, 2010
    Decent little selection of wines by the glass for $7.
  • cosmo n.
    cosmo nicastroFebruary 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Evan F. Mr Mayor? Have you met Brian C? You are the Mayor of his domain...Introduce yourself...
  • kenny l.
    kenny lindbergMarch 10, 2010
    The burger is really good.
  • Jim D.
    Jim DelaneyDecember 7, 2010
    get a 'gansett at the bar.
  • Ron B.
    Ron BlumDecember 9, 2011
    Decent ambience. Tasty good. Mediocre service.
  • Ryan E.
    Ryan EMarch 22, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    great mac and cheese
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The Local
1391 Washington St (at Elm St.)
West Newton, MA 02465
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(617) 340-2160
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