I recently had the pleasure of working with The Local Catering as the wedding planner for a lovely couple at South Paddock Winery, and I can’t say enough good things about their service!
From the very beginning, their communication was excellent. They were always prompt in responding to inquiries and open to discussing ideas, which made the planning process so much smoother.
On the big day, the staff was nothing short of immaculate. They arrived on time, dressed professionally, and brought a warm, personable attitude that immediately put everyone at ease. It was refreshing to see how well they worked as a team, seamlessly coordinating with each other to ensure that everything ran smoothly. They took care of every detail, allowing the bride and groom to focus on enjoying their special day.
Now, let’s talk about the food—outstanding is an understatement! The chicken was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The presentation was beautiful, making each dish look as good as it tasted. Guests truly enjoyed each dish prepared.
Moreover, the staff went above and beyond to keep the venue clean and tidy throughout the event, which is often overlooked but so important. Their attention to detail truly made a difference!
I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with The Local Catering and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and professional catering service for their event. They helped create a memorable experience for the couple and all their guests, and I can't wait to work with them again in the future!
Dana
The local is a great spot for larger groups. Food and service were perfect and loved by all!
Tess
Loved visiting this cool, local spot in Charlottesville. Despite being there on wine night and ordering three different bottles of white wine they didn't have the first two we ordered! The three of us enjoyed the shrimp appetizer, delicious salads, and the rockfish special. The food was good. Service was just okay but our server was extremely pleasant. Loved that it was open mic night —-that was a really nice surprise. Wish I could've stayed longer to enjoy the music. Might appreciate more of the food if the menu was slightly more diversified....
Jason
The food was fantastic. Our server was friendly, patient, and helpful. The menu had a good variety without being complicated or overwhelming. If I'm ever in the Charlottesville area again I will definitely be revisiting this restaurant.
Shelly
Enjoyed dining outside balcony. The burrata caprese was amazing. The gnocchi bolognese was less appealing- pasty, heavy and very little meat in the sauce. The Local has always been a favorite and the gnocchi just missed the mark this time. Will definitely be back though.
peter
Wonderful truly “local” restaurant in Belmont neighborhood. Lovely old building with brick walls and original hardwood floors. Tables are nicely spaced and staff is very attentive. Food was delicious and a great value. The cobbler for dessert was a hit!
joe
Very nice staff who provide a comfortable and efficient experience. Food was good. Rockfish and pork chop.
Fritz
Food was very good as was the service. The one disappointment with a 6:30 reservation they had already run out of the trout dish that two people wanted to order and the substitute salmon dish was too spicy for the customer. The rockfish was excellent.
Madison Wasikiewicz
Sam and her team were absolutely amazing! They made our wedding so smooth and carefree! The food was amazing and the service was amazing! We also loved our extra wedding food bag we got to take home with us on the wedding night! Matthew and I could not recommend Sam and her team more! Thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️
Jade Sutherland Photography
Helen and her team beyond rocked the wedding day for my clients! Helen is absolutely the best at what she does! We worked together on a wedding where I was the photographer and her stellar job planning made the day effortless for everyone in attendance. I've had the pleasure of working with many planners and this team really blew it out of the water ensuring I was prepared for the day and serving my couple the best way I could.
Beyond the planning, the team was responsible for the catering which was beyond tasty. Just an A+ service all the way around, I strongly encourage adding these guys to your big day!
My husband and I are SO glad we chose The Local for our wedding weekend. We had our rehearsal dinner in the private Hearth Room at their restaurant — and they also catered the wedding. Weeks later, our friends and family are still telling us how beautiful everything was — and raving about the truffle mac & cheese! The Local also provided us with partial planning — and Kelly was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the entire process! She really brought our vision to life and kept everything running smoothly and on time. I truly can’t think of a SINGLE thing I would change about our wedding day. It was perfect!
Brian Kincaid
First off, let me just say that we love the Local as a restaurant. When they popped up on a vendor list as a catering option for our wedding, we knew we had to reach out. After getting a handful of quotes back, we are pleasantly surprised that the Local came back with the best price! Booking with them was incredibly easy, and they even worked with us to make our own custom passed appetizer for the event! As we got closer to the wedding, we were assigned Samantha as our catering coordinator. Samantha was incredible. She was so easy to work with and helped make our dream wedding a reality. She made sure everything was perfect, promptly answered all of our questions, and never said no when we had (what we thought) a crazy request! I have no constructive criticism for her and her team, everything was wonderful. For weeks after the wedding, we got rave reviews on the food, not only the taste but the portion sizes, too. We will continue to visit the Local every time we’re back in Charlottesville, but I highly recommend you give their catering team a chance for any event you might have!
The Monday open mic offers some of the best original music I've heard anywhere. Michael Clem is a master organizer and his band helps the musicians present their work in a tasteful, professional manner. The food is good and the staff is attentive and efficient, even in s packed house.
GARY
I sat outside and watched the neighborhood activity which was quite interesting. My waiter was attentive and helped me on food choices. The fried Brussels sprouts and cauliflower was excellent as was the Caesar Salad. The Salmon and Couscous was superb. The salmon was cooked perfectly, very moist and flaky with just the right seasoning. Highly recommend! Love these small neighborhood eateries.
Katie Braden
I recently had the pleasure of working with Helen and the team at The Local for my wedding, and I couldn't be happier with the experience.
My husband and I used The Local for our September 2024 wedding and could not recommend their services enough. We ended up working with The Local for every aspect of the wedding, including cocktail hour, bar, day of coordination, and reception needs. The Local was actually a preferred vendor from our venue and I realized that my husband and I ate there a few years ago for a New Years trip, which made me all the more excited to reach out to them.
From the start, Helen was incredibly organized and attentive. She listened to my vision and brought it to life, ensuring every detail was perfect. Her expertise and calm demeanor made the planning process enjoyable rather than stressful.
From the weeks before the wedding to the actual day, Helen was on top of everything. I am not a huge planner myself, so her expertise was imperative. Not only is Helen a wonderful person and provides great energy to be around, but she has a plan for anything and everything. For example, the zipper track of my wedding dress broke in the middle of the reception, and before I could even blink, Helen was right behind me with a needle and thread saving the day. That is just one of the many things Helen did to ensure our day was perfect. If there was anyone in the world who could write a blueprint for being the perfect wedding coordinator, it would hands down be Helen.
The catering by The Local was outstanding. The food was not only delicious but beautifully presented. Our guests are still raving about the food from cocktail hour to the reception dinner. They also accommodated dietary restrictions seamlessly, which we really appreciated.
Overall, the combination of Helen’s planning skills and The Local’s culinary talents made our wedding day unforgettable. I highly recommend both for anyone looking to create a memorable event!
I recently had the pleasure of working with The Local Catering as the wedding planner for a lovely couple at South Paddock Winery, and I can’t say enough good things about their service!
From the very beginning, their communication was excellent. They were always prompt in responding to inquiries and open to discussing ideas, which made the planning process so much smoother.
On the big day, the staff was nothing short of immaculate. They arrived on time, dressed professionally, and brought a warm, personable attitude that immediately put everyone at ease. It was refreshing to see how well they worked as a team, seamlessly coordinating with each other to ensure that everything ran smoothly. They took care of every detail, allowing the bride and groom to focus on enjoying their special day.
Now, let’s talk about the food—outstanding is an understatement! The chicken was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The presentation was beautiful, making each dish look as good as it tasted. Guests truly enjoyed each dish prepared.
Moreover, the staff went above and beyond to keep the venue clean and tidy throughout the event, which is often overlooked but so important. Their attention to detail truly made a difference!
I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with The Local Catering and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and professional catering service for their event. They helped create a memorable experience for the couple and all their guests, and I can't wait to work with them again in the future!
The local is a great spot for larger groups. Food and service were perfect and loved by all!
Loved visiting this cool, local spot in Charlottesville. Despite being there on wine night and ordering three different bottles of white wine they didn't have the first two we ordered! The three of us enjoyed the shrimp appetizer, delicious salads, and the rockfish special. The food was good. Service was just okay but our server was extremely pleasant. Loved that it was open mic night —-that was a really nice surprise. Wish I could've stayed longer to enjoy the music. Might appreciate more of the food if the menu was slightly more diversified....
The food was fantastic. Our server was friendly, patient, and helpful. The menu had a good variety without being complicated or overwhelming. If I'm ever in the Charlottesville area again I will definitely be revisiting this restaurant.
Enjoyed dining outside balcony. The burrata caprese was amazing. The gnocchi bolognese was less appealing- pasty, heavy and very little meat in the sauce. The Local has always been a favorite and the gnocchi just missed the mark this time. Will definitely be back though.
Wonderful truly “local” restaurant in Belmont neighborhood. Lovely old building with brick walls and original hardwood floors. Tables are nicely spaced and staff is very attentive. Food was delicious and a great value. The cobbler for dessert was a hit!
Very nice staff who provide a comfortable and efficient experience. Food was good. Rockfish and pork chop.
Food was very good as was the service. The one disappointment with a 6:30 reservation they had already run out of the trout dish that two people wanted to order and the substitute salmon dish was too spicy for the customer. The rockfish was excellent.
Sam and her team were absolutely amazing! They made our wedding so smooth and carefree! The food was amazing and the service was amazing! We also loved our extra wedding food bag we got to take home with us on the wedding night! Matthew and I could not recommend Sam and her team more! Thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️
Helen and her team beyond rocked the wedding day for my clients! Helen is absolutely the best at what she does! We worked together on a wedding where I was the photographer and her stellar job planning made the day effortless for everyone in attendance. I've had the pleasure of working with many planners and this team really blew it out of the water ensuring I was prepared for the day and serving my couple the best way I could.
Beyond the planning, the team was responsible for the catering which was beyond tasty. Just an A+ service all the way around, I strongly encourage adding these guys to your big day!
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My husband and I are SO glad we chose The Local for our wedding weekend. We had our rehearsal dinner in the private Hearth Room at their restaurant — and they also catered the wedding. Weeks later, our friends and family are still telling us how beautiful everything was — and raving about the truffle mac & cheese! The Local also provided us with partial planning — and Kelly was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the entire process! She really brought our vision to life and kept everything running smoothly and on time. I truly can’t think of a SINGLE thing I would change about our wedding day. It was perfect!
First off, let me just say that we love the Local as a restaurant. When they popped up on a vendor list as a catering option for our wedding, we knew we had to reach out. After getting a handful of quotes back, we are pleasantly surprised that the Local came back with the best price! Booking with them was incredibly easy, and they even worked with us to make our own custom passed appetizer for the event! As we got closer to the wedding, we were assigned Samantha as our catering coordinator. Samantha was incredible. She was so easy to work with and helped make our dream wedding a reality. She made sure everything was perfect, promptly answered all of our questions, and never said no when we had (what we thought) a crazy request! I have no constructive criticism for her and her team, everything was wonderful. For weeks after the wedding, we got rave reviews on the food, not only the taste but the portion sizes, too. We will continue to visit the Local every time we’re back in Charlottesville, but I highly recommend you give their catering team a chance for any event you might have!
The Monday open mic offers some of the best original music I've heard anywhere. Michael Clem is a master organizer and his band helps the musicians present their work in a tasteful, professional manner. The food is good and the staff is attentive and efficient, even in s packed house.
I sat outside and watched the neighborhood activity which was quite interesting. My waiter was attentive and helped me on food choices. The fried Brussels sprouts and cauliflower was excellent as was the Caesar Salad. The Salmon and Couscous was superb. The salmon was cooked perfectly, very moist and flaky with just the right seasoning. Highly recommend! Love these small neighborhood eateries.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Helen and the team at The Local for my wedding, and I couldn't be happier with the experience.
My husband and I used The Local for our September 2024 wedding and could not recommend their services enough. We ended up working with The Local for every aspect of the wedding, including cocktail hour, bar, day of coordination, and reception needs. The Local was actually a preferred vendor from our venue and I realized that my husband and I ate there a few years ago for a New Years trip, which made me all the more excited to reach out to them.
From the start, Helen was incredibly organized and attentive. She listened to my vision and brought it to life, ensuring every detail was perfect. Her expertise and calm demeanor made the planning process enjoyable rather than stressful.
From the weeks before the wedding to the actual day, Helen was on top of everything. I am not a huge planner myself, so her expertise was imperative. Not only is Helen a wonderful person and provides great energy to be around, but she has a plan for anything and everything. For example, the zipper track of my wedding dress broke in the middle of the reception, and before I could even blink, Helen was right behind me with a needle and thread saving the day. That is just one of the many things Helen did to ensure our day was perfect. If there was anyone in the world who could write a blueprint for being the perfect wedding coordinator, it would hands down be Helen.
The catering by The Local was outstanding. The food was not only delicious but beautifully presented. Our guests are still raving about the food from cocktail hour to the reception dinner. They also accommodated dietary restrictions seamlessly, which we really appreciated.
Overall, the combination of Helen’s planning skills and The Local’s culinary talents made our wedding day unforgettable. I highly recommend both for anyone looking to create a memorable event!
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