The food was fishy the drinks are overpriced and when I left my stomach was killing me seriously don't go here it's gross
Judy Z.
Nothing really special. The drinks were not good quality, cheap alcohol gave me a headache. They closed 20 mins after we ordered drinks with no warning. The staff was not very friendly and seemed rushed to get out. The patio area is nice. We didn't try the food so it might have been better. Maybe it was an off night.
Kelli M.
Hands down the best burger in San Clemente. I've eaten here twice and both times I was impressed by the food, service and speed at which the food came out. Every element of the burger is well done from the toasted brioche bun, to the house sauce, aged cheddar and burger patty. Plus gotta love the lunch special comes with a beer included! Definitely a gem!
Lyndie L.
My husband and I head to San Clemente about once or twice a year for quick getaways. This weekend was our first time visiting The Local. We enjoyed it so much that we went there both days and I can guarantee that we'll now be going back every time we visit SC. During our visits we had The Local burger, fries, the taco salad with chicken, a Cali Creamin', Cali Creamin' Blood Orange, and their award winning Peach Destiny. All of the food was yummy and the beers were super cold. The Peach Destiny may be my new favorite cocktail. I was worried it might be too sweet, but it was perfect. It went down so easily! Our favorite part of The Local, however, was meeting Frankie. If you're lucky enough to visit when she's there, you'll end up feeling like you've made a friend.
Dawn L.
New to me lunch menu with awesome burger selection on a nice and toasty Brioche Bun. Open windows and outdoor dining available! Clean with a lot of choices for seating!The fries are crosscut and delicious! The house salad was of the likes I've never seen or tasted before! Loved it!!!The server: Frankie is very very nice and attentive! There's street parking, but quite easy to find.
Nathaniel F.
Disclaimer: My client owns this restaurant.Occasionally, a client will offer to buy me lunch at their restaurant or the one the work at. 3 out of 5 times, I wish I just got some chick fil a and called it a day. But this was not one of those times:Hooman takes pride in his craft. The first bite of my burger immediately brought to my attention that the ground beef was custom (I'm going to guess it was chuck and brisket) perfectly cooked. No kraft singles here. He's chosen aged cheddar to add complexity to the beef. Even the thousand island and BBQ sauce I ordered for my waffle fries (nice touch) is house made. They have a great assortment of liquors (please add a El Silencio to your collection, Hooman). And the bartender, Hazel. Sweet, attentive, great to talk to, and easy on the eyes. I went into this lunch thinking I'd have to fake a smile and cringe at nasty bar food. I was so pleasantly surprised. Ill be bringing friends here for dinner soon.
Adam S.
The food at this place was amazing! We were lucky to spend a few hours here for a private event, and the owner and his staff were extremely attentive to all the guests needs and requests. The Pork tenderloin Crustinis, Poke on Crispy Rice and the surf and turf skewers were by-far some of the biggest hits. I highly recommend The Local!
Kevin Wold
Fun place with great staff and drinks. Be sure to grab some skewers too...Tasty!
Michael B.
COOL LOOKING BAR with a coffee kiosk tacked on the side. We were walking past this place on Saturday around 11am. Looked pretty neat inside. The coffee kiosk closes when the bar opens a local told us. Probably goes off at night !
Babak M.
Great verity of drinks Yummy food Wonderfull people Lovely place to spend timeMost be a place Enjoy your time with professional and kind staff
Pride of San Clemente when it comes to Fish; The Local would change your taste forever; & I'm not a fish guy!!! Everything Fresh with FIVE STAR touch! Never experienced such a marvelous food coma feeling With nothing bothering; we ordered family style & let the master chef take us beyond flavor & he blow our expectations...hats off, everything tasted awsome: from the buttery roasted Corns to Grilled Swordfish; didn't even knew Salmon could be delicious till tonight! & they have Burgers with curly fries!!!Taste The Local...Much Respect!San Clemente's Most Essential restaurant
The food was fishy the drinks are overpriced and when I left my stomach was killing me seriously don't go here it's gross
Nothing really special. The drinks were not good quality, cheap alcohol gave me a headache. They closed 20 mins after we ordered drinks with no warning. The staff was not very friendly and seemed rushed to get out. The patio area is nice. We didn't try the food so it might have been better. Maybe it was an off night.
Hands down the best burger in San Clemente. I've eaten here twice and both times I was impressed by the food, service and speed at which the food came out. Every element of the burger is well done from the toasted brioche bun, to the house sauce, aged cheddar and burger patty. Plus gotta love the lunch special comes with a beer included! Definitely a gem!
My husband and I head to San Clemente about once or twice a year for quick getaways. This weekend was our first time visiting The Local. We enjoyed it so much that we went there both days and I can guarantee that we'll now be going back every time we visit SC. During our visits we had The Local burger, fries, the taco salad with chicken, a Cali Creamin', Cali Creamin' Blood Orange, and their award winning Peach Destiny. All of the food was yummy and the beers were super cold. The Peach Destiny may be my new favorite cocktail. I was worried it might be too sweet, but it was perfect. It went down so easily! Our favorite part of The Local, however, was meeting Frankie. If you're lucky enough to visit when she's there, you'll end up feeling like you've made a friend.
New to me lunch menu with awesome burger selection on a nice and toasty Brioche Bun. Open windows and outdoor dining available! Clean with a lot of choices for seating!The fries are crosscut and delicious! The house salad was of the likes I've never seen or tasted before! Loved it!!!The server: Frankie is very very nice and attentive! There's street parking, but quite easy to find.
Disclaimer: My client owns this restaurant.Occasionally, a client will offer to buy me lunch at their restaurant or the one the work at. 3 out of 5 times, I wish I just got some chick fil a and called it a day. But this was not one of those times:Hooman takes pride in his craft. The first bite of my burger immediately brought to my attention that the ground beef was custom (I'm going to guess it was chuck and brisket) perfectly cooked. No kraft singles here. He's chosen aged cheddar to add complexity to the beef. Even the thousand island and BBQ sauce I ordered for my waffle fries (nice touch) is house made. They have a great assortment of liquors (please add a El Silencio to your collection, Hooman). And the bartender, Hazel. Sweet, attentive, great to talk to, and easy on the eyes. I went into this lunch thinking I'd have to fake a smile and cringe at nasty bar food. I was so pleasantly surprised. Ill be bringing friends here for dinner soon.
The food at this place was amazing! We were lucky to spend a few hours here for a private event, and the owner and his staff were extremely attentive to all the guests needs and requests. The Pork tenderloin Crustinis, Poke on Crispy Rice and the surf and turf skewers were by-far some of the biggest hits. I highly recommend The Local!
Fun place with great staff and drinks. Be sure to grab some skewers too...Tasty!
COOL LOOKING BAR with a coffee kiosk tacked on the side. We were walking past this place on Saturday around 11am. Looked pretty neat inside. The coffee kiosk closes when the bar opens a local told us. Probably goes off at night !
Great verity of drinks Yummy food Wonderfull people Lovely place to spend timeMost be a place Enjoy your time with professional and kind staff
Restaurantji Recommends
Pride of San Clemente when it comes to Fish; The Local would change your taste forever; & I'm not a fish guy!!! Everything Fresh with FIVE STAR touch! Never experienced such a marvelous food coma feeling With nothing bothering; we ordered family style & let the master chef take us beyond flavor & he blow our expectations...hats off, everything tasted awsome: from the buttery roasted Corns to Grilled Swordfish; didn't even knew Salmon could be delicious till tonight! & they have Burgers with curly fries!!!Taste The Local...Much Respect!San Clemente's Most Essential restaurant
Best food in town.