I was happy to hear that our neighborhood gained a new gastro-pub in the old Randazzo’s spot on Giralda Avenue in Coral Gables.
The Local promises to be a place where all can congregate over craft cold beers and enjoy unique food not typically found in a neighborhood bar. The atmosphere is reminiscent of a bar in Boston or Chicago with brick walls and a long polished wooden bar with friendly bartenders and wait staff.
What makes The Local distinctive from other bar spots in town is the focus on the local area, hence the name. They carry 24 specialty beers on tap with a focus on microbrews from Florida and the rest of the world. They are currently working on a specialized wine list featuring rare, family and regional vineyards.
Most of the food most is bought from local farms in Florida. (Yeah for local support!) Chef Alberto Cabrera, formerly of STK & Karu & Y, prepares a menu that although limited, for a time, due to the early opening of the pub, is creative and unexpected.
We tried the chicken wings, which were amazing! Laced with real honey (you can taste it!) and Korean spices together with hominy and a lime dipping sauce left you wanting more. Then we tried the Gulf Coast shrimp, again not your typical presentation as they were sautéed and placed on a bed of organic grits with tomatoes, onions and broth that melted in your mouth! (PS: I had the left over grits for breakfast the next day…still yummy!)
A must try, if you are just stopping by for a quick snack, is the Charcuterie, featuring a mix of pate, sausages and ham, or the American Artisan Cheeses. Don’t forget to check out the chalkboard for the daily specials.
The Local is currently opened for dinner with a limited menu (can’t wait for the full menu featured online) as well as lunch, coming soon.
150 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables, Florida
(305) 648-5687
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