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  • 5/5 frank b. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a really nice bar. Two of my favorite Mandevilles we're playing this evening. Happy Birthday to me. My son and his girlfriend brought me. Nice to chat with Sean and some folks enjoying life.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hayley M. 5 months ago on Google
    Perfect place to grab tasty and local drinks. Not touristy, definitely a local place. (Hence it’s name) it’s a small menu but everything we ordered tasted great! Highly recommend if you are in the area!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 tom b. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing little bar! Great staff and owners, I will be back after this lockdown for sure! JIN was fantastic to listen to as well! Keep up the great work and hope to see everyone there again and soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rahi T. 2 years ago on Google
    The best place to get professional cinematography and video production services. I can't recommend John and his team enough. Quality work with excellent equipment and attention to detail.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mel D. 1 year ago on Google
    Love LOCAL ! Such a great place for the area. Food is great, staff is great and the vibe is super cool.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sara K. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely worth the walk! Great prices, friendly staff, yummy food and drinks! A small, locally owned place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cam L. 4 months ago on Google
    Local is a cute little bar that offers unique cocktails, great food and even live music on some nights. It’s a great spot for an intimate conversation or just to hang with some friends. Try their holiday cocktails before it’s over!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sam S. 11 months ago on Google
    Really cool vibe. Tony may be a 2 star but the bar is 5 stars all the way. 10/10 recommend. Good cocktail menu. Also great shots!

  • 5/5 Jennifer M. 1 year ago on Google
    The folks at Local provide exceptional service. Courtney makes sure everyone is well fed and watered and Tony (a new-to-me-face) tended to all the patrons' needs. The kitchen rocks! Great service to accompany great live music every Thursday evening. From nine-thirty to midnight!

  • 5/5 john 10 months ago on Google
    Stopped by for some live music, food and drinks. Cool place and vibe. Tony took good care of me and I had a great time! Don't know why they call you two star Tony, but you're 5 stars to me bud! Cheers!

  • 5/5 Cory&Bailey 10 months ago on Google
    Came from out of town for the night and were looking for a chill bar to hang out and have some good bar food and drinks. Amazing atmosphere. Live music. Tony the host goes above and beyond for his hosts and made sure we had a great time from start to finish. Highly recommended. Great food and beer selection. Made a few friends aswell good energy all around.

  • 5/5 Angelica B. 1 year ago on Google
    Tony was the best bartender in Niagara Falls. Searched for 2 days for a good bar with craft beer and lead us here. Tony was the best at recommending cocktails and making us comfortable. 10/10 local place and high end experience.

  • 5/5 Chris L. 11 months ago on Google
    Incredible place. Live music is incredible, craft beer is great and 2-star Tony rocked the house grabbing us beers before they were empty. If you're new to the area I would 100% recommend coming here to have a great night.

  • 5/5 Mike B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Place for Food, Fun, Drinks, and Music all wrapped up in a nice quaint Place. A shout out to Tony the Bartender/Server last night for his ability to handle lots of people without missing a beat! We truly had fun and WOW, Mike Lynch and band was awesome!

  • 5/5 Derek O. 9 months ago on Google
    Our server Tony was charismatic and fabulous!!!! The food was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend the Feisty Gobbler sandwich!! We come down to the Niagara area a few times a year, and we will definitely be back for some cocktails and food the next time we are in town!!!

  • 5/5 Mike B. 9 months ago on Google
    Best little hangout in Niagara! Food is awesome, staff are super friendly, and very reasonably priced as well! Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Abhishek H. 3 months ago on Google New
    2 star Tony was great… always an amazing experience with him…I’ve had bad experiences with the other bartender. Amazing place, great vibe. You should go!

  • 5/5 gordon c. 6 months ago on Google
    "2-star Tony" was behind the pine this night and he was phenomenal. Knowledgeable of alcohol and cocktails and very personable. Local has a great industrial, laid back lounge feel. Not divey but a similar comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. Kind of a speakeasy vibe. Our kind of bar, like back home, that we specifically searched for. On our next trip from Rochester, NY to Niagara Falls, ON, we'll be sure to be back!

  • 5/5 Dee 4 months ago on Google
    We've just booked our second private party at Local. - our guests from the first party requested it! We brought our own band, arranged with Local. for food to be served- all of it tasted great- and had a fantastic time with our friends and family at Local. The room is perfect for a private gathering and the team at Local. are professional, relaxed and accommodating.

  • 5/5 Patrick C. 5 months ago on Google
    We wanted to explore an ‘off the beaten path’ place while in Niagara and we were not disappointed! The bar is small, unique and had lots of local brews. Our waiter was super friendly and gave us recommendations. Definitely coming back!

  • 4/5 Katuar 7. 10 months ago on Google
    This place made a proper Whisky Sour! The kids ordered Shirly Temples and said they were really great. The grilled cheese was made with Brie, which I loved, but my 17 year old was not a fan. Cool vibe and decor.

  • 5/5 michael d. 1 year ago on Google
    Tony served me and my wife and honestly he was one of the best bartenders we've ever had! Super friendly... super knowledgeable. The atmosphere is impeccable and the pastrami sandwich was awesome!! Live music started at 930 to our surprise and it just made the night complete! Highly recommended chill spot!

  • 5/5 Hilary W. 1 year ago on Google
    Local is, by far, the best place to unwind in Niagara Falls whether you are a "local," or a traveler looking for positive vibes, interesting company and friendly, welcoming staff. With the best live music the region has to offer, a tasty menu, and very fair prices this Local gem deserves a visit. You will not be disappointed!

  • 5/5 Marc B. 2 years ago on Google
    Deliciously cheap eats and amazing service. I’ve had the Mac Dog, Pickle Pretzel Combo Pastrami Sandwich (per Nathan’s recommendation) and the Stacked Turkey Club. I cannot say enough how awesome the food here is. Highly recommend checking this little place out instead of going down to Clifton hill. Thanks Nate!

  • 5/5 Julie R. 1 year ago on Google
    My BF and I love this place and go often. Friendly service. Delicious food and even vegan selections. The other only thing I'd love to see is a nice selection of sours lol.

  • 5/5 Rochelle S. 1 year ago on Google
    Bartender/waiter Tony was amazing. Very attentive, knowledgeable, friendly, and all-around fantastic guy. He made the experience very enjoyable. The food was remarkable. Tater tot poutine, pastrami panini, and feisty gobbler sandwich were out of this world. We would all definitely return to this lovely local pub.

  • 5/5 Mindy H. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a hidden gem! Food is great. Plenty of beer to choose from and atmosphere is fun! It is what it’s name says- Local!!!!

  • 5/5 Yuval G. 1 year ago on Google
    Great vibes, Great drink selection, great service! Would definitely recommend, especially if you need a break of all the touristicy things!

  • 5/5 Jaden R. 1 year ago on Google
    A cozy bar located off the busy tourist streets featuring local craft beers. Would 100% recommend especially if you're looking for an evening cocktail with food.

  • 5/5 Mathew T. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome food and service - great spot in the city - thanks Courtney!

  • 5/5 MMG 1. 2 years ago on Google
    Best bar I've been to in Niagara falls. The cook Soup is awesome cook, both bar tenders i had there vary friendly and welcoming

  • 5/5 Matt M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, great local craft beer selection, very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Carolynn m. 2 years ago on Google
    What an amazing Pub! Excellent food and friendly staff! I will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 mark s. 2 years ago on Google
    Great intimate Home Town style Bar and Bistro. Nathan makes you feel welcome right away. Charcuterie is a must try. Authentic!

  • 5/5 Quinton L. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, amazing prices for the Falls and most importantly friendly and caring staff!!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery

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