Local Chop & Grill House
$$$ • Bar & Grill, American, Vegan
Hours:
56 W Gay St, Harrisonburg
(540) 801-0505
About Local Chop & Grill House
Customers' Favorites
Local Chop & Grill House Reviews
This place is incredible. The atmosphere is slightly speak-easy-esque. The staff is knowledgeable, engaging, and truly seems to care about the customers’ experience. We came here after getting married earlier today and passing through Harrisonburg on our way to our destination. We needed dinner and it was THE RIGHT PICK.
Michael, our server, and Steph, a manager or a GM equivalent, were seriously the BOMB. Soo accommodating and kind, and cared about our evening.
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Excellent service, absolutely delicious courses, special anniversary treatment. We couldn't have picked a better place. Zero complaints and zero suggestions for improvement!
Local Chop House: A Steakhouse Gem in Harrisonburg
My recent dinner at the Local Chop House in Harrisonburg was an absolute delight! From the moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the inviting ambiance and warm hospitality.
The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the steak. Perfectly cooked to my liking, it was tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The accompanying mashed potatoes were creamy and comforting, and the sauce was the perfect finishing touch.
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Menu
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 10PM |
| Friday | 4 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 10PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The Local Chop & Grill House provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for diners. The hostess greets guests promptly, and the knowledgeable servers offer great recommendations on the menu, which includes cocktails, wines, and sides. The restaurant is known for its freshly baked focaccia bread and pork belly bites, both highly recommended by customers. Popular dishes include U10 scallops and rib eye, which are cooked evenly with a nice sear. The menu also features a variety of desserts such as creme brûlée and chocolate peppermint bark, along with unique sides like perfect asparagus. The peach ketchup adds a special touch to the offerings. The restored warehouse setting gives the restaurant a warm, relaxed character, making it an ideal place for those seeking fresh, high-end food at reasonable prices. Service is attentive without being pushy, and the environment remains comfortable and quiet.
Guests have enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere and friendly service, noting the food as amazing. The filet mignon is often praised as the best ever, and sides like mac and cheese and mashed potatoes are described as heavenly. The tuna appetizer is also appreciated for its delicious taste. The rib eye steak is very good, though some mention it can be a little too fatty. The pork chop has received mixed reviews, with some finding it stringy and lacking taste; however, the restaurant has handled such issues well by offering a replacement dish that many find better than the original. The bar atmosphere is inviting, and the Cool as a Cuke cocktail is highly recommended.
Recent reviews highlight the great meal and steaks, though some note that drink pours are a bit light, with martini glasses being quite large. Service has been described as unusually slow at times, with some customers experiencing mixups with drinks, but overall, visitors report a great evening with star-quality food. One guest visiting from out of town celebrated a birthday at the restaurant and appreciated the good food and great service, though they wished desserts were automatically served as a surprise when celebrating.