Local Kitchen & Wine Merchant

Local Kitchen and Wine Merchant in SF is a solid spot for a casual meal. Their classic burger is the real deal - meat's flavorful, hitting an 8/10, which isn't easy to do. The place has a chill vibe, perfect for kicking back with some sparkling water and good food. It's not too fancy, but it does the job well, especially if you're after a tasty burger in a laid-back setting.

The brunch menu is delicious!! Really, really delicious. We started with drinks and the house made Bloody Mary is so yummy. We couldn’t decide on savory or sweet so we shared pumpkin pancakes to start, which are fluffy and divine w salted carmel and whipped cream. I’ve eaten a lot of pancakes and these are great pancakes. I had the wild mushroom creamy polenta which was amazing with the herbs and perfect poached eggs. My friends loved the eggs in purgatory too, I only got one bite and it was tasty bite. Service was friendly and great. Go and enjoy!

I've loved this place for years. Used to work at the Peet's a block away (RIP 1st & Howard!) and Jeff, the general manager of Local, was a regular of mine. He's such a warm and welcoming person. He encouraged me to visit the restaurant and I was hooked after my first experience. I used to go for their brunch, for which the prices are super reasonable for such tasty food and a great higher-end atmosphere. I now usually go for dinner, which is more expensive but still very much worth it. I've spent many birthdays here and I think it was for my 28th nearly ten years ago that Jeff let me book out the wine room, that room behind glass doors you see when you first walk in, without the spend minimum - I believe it holds 16. Very grateful for that. It was my favorite birthday of my 20s by far. They also have a more secluded area in the back for smaller parties which I've also used for more intimate dining experiences. Anyway, the food is great, love their pizzas, love their appetizers, their pasta dishes have been on point. I could go on! A favorite of mine in SF that I look forward to going to for years to come.

Stopped in here on a Sunday evening at the recommendation of our hotel. It did not disappoint! There is inside or outside seating. The drinks were impeccable! They have a wide variety of items on their menu. We had the Guinevere Pizza and it was so good! Tasty and filling! The service was the best we have had and everyone was so nice. I highly recommend stopping into this amazing restaurant!!