Food is excellent, try the alligator strips. It's a unique experience that everyone coming to coconut grove should go through in order to be inducted as a real grove afficionado. The restaurant has quirky vibes and they use mason jars and old dvd cases as their receipt folders. The food is great for mid-range fare including burgers and sandwiches, the fries are also pretty good. They have a decent beer selection and some outdoor seating. It's also a great price point compared to other restaurants around the grove that feel more like a tourist trap.
The parking in the grove is atrocious in general and that is not the fault of this establishment, also the traffic is very hard entering into and out of the grove to get here but once you're in Lokal you feel like you're really settling into what the vibes of coconut grove are actually supposed to feel like. This is one of the kush hospitality restaurants and the owner/restauranteur is well known for his creative flair while maintaining balance. Just try not to overdo it here, this isn't a fine dining restaurant but rather a place to grab something nice to eat and a cold beer on a hot day.
Patron Of Store
After patronizing Lokal for years, a fountain drink soda now costs $6 including the mandatory, not discretionary, gratuity and taxes, for sugar water. Minimum wage today in Florida is $13 an hour. Half an hour of work for sugar water at Lokal.
Fabio Del Conte
If I can give more than 5 star I would!! I have burger and alligators bite both fantastic my dog have brown rice and chicken since they have dogs menu too! The place is nice and good vibe I will be back with friends for sure! Bravissimi!
Harold C
The OG fancy burger spot has been a staple in coconut grove for many years now. If ever I’m craving a burger, LoKal is the move.
Tracey Vazquez
As a Grove local we have been coming here since Lokal opened when Pricilla worked behind the bar.
In the past there was always a wait but you did not mind waiting since you knew the food and service were going to be spot on. As the years have passed we have noticed the slow decline in Lokal. They changed their menu and got rid of a lot of the staples. You no long have a wait and I can see why.
After not going for around 2 years, since we had a bad experience last time we went, we went back today to give them another try, and we regretted it
The service was absolutely HORRIBLE. Most of the time there was not a swingle server on the floor. They kept on hiding out in the kitchen. Thankfully, we were seated by the hostess so we were able to get her to help us since our server was MIA.
The fries used to be my favorite but today they were overcooked and bad. The wedge salad had no dressing and overloaded with onion.
It is sad to see on of the long time Grove restaurants just give up and not care anymore.
Christian DeKnatel
Great vibe and great food. The Frita by Kush burger was super flavorful and the fries were perfect. Our server was super attentive and helpful and recommended us to the Titi Marie vermouth and Tripping Animals No Mames beer. Loved our drinks and will definitely be back to try out more of the menu!
Carolina
Four of us had dinner at LoKal recently. Two of our party were offered beer tasting to pick their beer of choice. We started with their guacamole appetizer which we all enjoyed. We each had the Classic burger individualized for our tastes. The burgers were fantastic. For dessert we shared a very generous slice of Key Lime pie which was the best we ever had and we eat Key Lime pie all the time. Our server Kati was friendly, informative and anticipated our needs. Other staff came by to make sure everything was OK. Even the manager Humberto came by to check in with us. We highly recommend LoKal. We will return !
Arthur Penas
Great Burguers and sides!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Cristina Urdaneta
Food was terrible!!! We ordered pink tacos, a heirloom tomato salad and a grilled cheese and everything seemed like it was cooked by an 8 year old. The tacos has 3 tablespoons of store bought coleslaw as the filling and 3 shrimp at the top. Very disappointing, DO NOT EAT HERE!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Jennifer Sierra Pendergrast
We came for a late lunch/early dinner. There was seating outside which was a nice vibe. Staff was really kind, we were served by a wonderful lady who was chatty and welcoming. They have plenty of options on the menu but I was slightly disappointed with the burgers. They were okay, neither amazing nor bad, just okay. The chips were a bit disappointing but the sweet potato chips were good. I do agree with the other reviews in that the 20% service charge/tip is pretty cheeky.
Went in today 12/30 with a party of 3. We were seated and got our menus. 15 minutes passed by and no water, no order for drinks, not even anyone saying that they will be with us in a bit. I’m not sure if it was a bad day, short staffed or it’s how it is regularly. If they could have offered a quick apology and we’ll be helped soon I wouldn’t have minded. Honestly a shame to be sitting in a restaurant with $18 burgers and $5 sodas to be ignored for that long. We got up and left….
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
J B
We all had a wonderful lunch. My Chip chop chicken sandwich was very good. Please note I dropped the cheese. The Lemonade-mint tea was very good.
The truffle fries were good. My chicken could have been more tender but it was fully cooked. My roasted peppers were good but need a little bit more cooking. My wife complained but it was ok but moist.
Miami heat burger was inhaled by my son. BEFORE he ate his fries. That is teenage for very good. My daughter's Shroom burger was so good she too ignored the truffle fries and inhaled it. Then she would not share her fries.
Server was polite and the meal arrived relatively quickly during the lunch hour rush. It was a touch expensive but worth it for a really good meal. Adding a gratuity is NC.
Parking: There are lots you can pay for. Was nearby. Is a busy street and parking is an issue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alberto Fernandez
It just to be a 5 stars for me. But the kast 2 times the food taste has gone down. The kitchen staff may need some retraining. Still love the original in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
T Nicholas Domitrovic
$5 for a Pepsi in a Mason jar. $2 difference between the bill and the menu for their boring house draft beer. I know we're tourists in a ritzy neighborhood, but this place was not worth the price.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
hector santamaria
Food was very mediocre the only thing that saved the meal was the fries and the lokal sauce which was very good. I use to go there once a month a few years ago and they have definitely declined in quality and staff. They have automatic 20% gratuity so I guess the servers just don’t wanna work for the tip anymore. Very sad to see a good place go down hill.
Food is excellent, try the alligator strips. It's a unique experience that everyone coming to coconut grove should go through in order to be inducted as a real grove afficionado. The restaurant has quirky vibes and they use mason jars and old dvd cases as their receipt folders. The food is great for mid-range fare including burgers and sandwiches, the fries are also pretty good. They have a decent beer selection and some outdoor seating. It's also a great price point compared to other restaurants around the grove that feel more like a tourist trap.
The parking in the grove is atrocious in general and that is not the fault of this establishment, also the traffic is very hard entering into and out of the grove to get here but once you're in Lokal you feel like you're really settling into what the vibes of coconut grove are actually supposed to feel like. This is one of the kush hospitality restaurants and the owner/restauranteur is well known for his creative flair while maintaining balance. Just try not to overdo it here, this isn't a fine dining restaurant but rather a place to grab something nice to eat and a cold beer on a hot day.
After patronizing Lokal for years, a fountain drink soda now costs $6 including the mandatory, not discretionary, gratuity and taxes, for sugar water. Minimum wage today in Florida is $13 an hour. Half an hour of work for sugar water at Lokal.
If I can give more than 5 star I would!! I have burger and alligators bite both fantastic my dog have brown rice and chicken since they have dogs menu too! The place is nice and good vibe I will be back with friends for sure! Bravissimi!
The OG fancy burger spot has been a staple in coconut grove for many years now. If ever I’m craving a burger, LoKal is the move.
As a Grove local we have been coming here since Lokal opened when Pricilla worked behind the bar.
In the past there was always a wait but you did not mind waiting since you knew the food and service were going to be spot on. As the years have passed we have noticed the slow decline in Lokal. They changed their menu and got rid of a lot of the staples. You no long have a wait and I can see why.
After not going for around 2 years, since we had a bad experience last time we went, we went back today to give them another try, and we regretted it
The service was absolutely HORRIBLE. Most of the time there was not a swingle server on the floor. They kept on hiding out in the kitchen. Thankfully, we were seated by the hostess so we were able to get her to help us since our server was MIA.
The fries used to be my favorite but today they were overcooked and bad. The wedge salad had no dressing and overloaded with onion.
It is sad to see on of the long time Grove restaurants just give up and not care anymore.
Great vibe and great food. The Frita by Kush burger was super flavorful and the fries were perfect. Our server was super attentive and helpful and recommended us to the Titi Marie vermouth and Tripping Animals No Mames beer. Loved our drinks and will definitely be back to try out more of the menu!
Four of us had dinner at LoKal recently. Two of our party were offered beer tasting to pick their beer of choice. We started with their guacamole appetizer which we all enjoyed. We each had the Classic burger individualized for our tastes. The burgers were fantastic. For dessert we shared a very generous slice of Key Lime pie which was the best we ever had and we eat Key Lime pie all the time. Our server Kati was friendly, informative and anticipated our needs. Other staff came by to make sure everything was OK. Even the manager Humberto came by to check in with us. We highly recommend LoKal. We will return !
Great Burguers and sides!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food was terrible!!! We ordered pink tacos, a heirloom tomato salad and a grilled cheese and everything seemed like it was cooked by an 8 year old. The tacos has 3 tablespoons of store bought coleslaw as the filling and 3 shrimp at the top. Very disappointing, DO NOT EAT HERE!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
We came for a late lunch/early dinner. There was seating outside which was a nice vibe. Staff was really kind, we were served by a wonderful lady who was chatty and welcoming. They have plenty of options on the menu but I was slightly disappointed with the burgers. They were okay, neither amazing nor bad, just okay. The chips were a bit disappointing but the sweet potato chips were good. I do agree with the other reviews in that the 20% service charge/tip is pretty cheeky.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Went in today 12/30 with a party of 3. We were seated and got our menus. 15 minutes passed by and no water, no order for drinks, not even anyone saying that they will be with us in a bit. I’m not sure if it was a bad day, short staffed or it’s how it is regularly. If they could have offered a quick apology and we’ll be helped soon I wouldn’t have minded. Honestly a shame to be sitting in a restaurant with $18 burgers and $5 sodas to be ignored for that long. We got up and left….
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
We all had a wonderful lunch. My Chip chop chicken sandwich was very good. Please note I dropped the cheese. The Lemonade-mint tea was very good.
The truffle fries were good. My chicken could have been more tender but it was fully cooked. My roasted peppers were good but need a little bit more cooking. My wife complained but it was ok but moist.
Miami heat burger was inhaled by my son. BEFORE he ate his fries. That is teenage for very good. My daughter's Shroom burger was so good she too ignored the truffle fries and inhaled it. Then she would not share her fries.
Server was polite and the meal arrived relatively quickly during the lunch hour rush. It was a touch expensive but worth it for a really good meal. Adding a gratuity is NC.
Parking: There are lots you can pay for. Was nearby. Is a busy street and parking is an issue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
It just to be a 5 stars for me. But the kast 2 times the food taste has gone down. The kitchen staff may need some retraining. Still love the original in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
$5 for a Pepsi in a Mason jar. $2 difference between the bill and the menu for their boring house draft beer. I know we're tourists in a ritzy neighborhood, but this place was not worth the price.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Food was very mediocre the only thing that saved the meal was the fries and the lokal sauce which was very good. I use to go there once a month a few years ago and they have definitely declined in quality and staff. They have automatic 20% gratuity so I guess the servers just don’t wanna work for the tip anymore. Very sad to see a good place go down hill.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
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