Fast facts

Restaurant name: The Local Grill

Address: 50 7th Ave, Parktown North, Randburg, 2193

Food type: Steakhouse

Average price of a main course: R240

Opening times: Mondays 12noon – 10pm; Tuesday to Saturday 12noon – 10.30pm; Sundays 12noon – 3.30pm.

Corkage fee: R100

Parking: There’s a parking lot located outside the restaurant.

Best for: Dinner with friends or family.

Food

This award-winning steakhouse has been around since 2002 and is known for serving perfectly cooked steak that will leave you salivating.  The menu caters for meat-eaters as you would expect, with a variety of prime cuts to choose from. They offer both grain- and grass-fed beef, as well as a variety of delicious sauces to choose from.

 

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For starters go for the rich, succulent bone marrow served with crispy ciabatta, or try the grilled calamari served with lemon butter and chilli jam. For mains, the fillet with mushroom sauce is sensational. Or if you aren’t in the mood for beef, opt for the Scottish salmon served with seasonal vegetables, pickled ginger, wasabi and soya sauce.

The crème brûlée for dessert is a well-executed classic, or indulge in the chocolate fondant.

Unfortunately the restaurant doesn’t cater to vegetarians or vegans.

 

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Drinks

There’s a decent wine list on offer, with a good variety of local wines. As well as wine, they offer a selection of beers, ciders and other alcohol. The wine is well priced with an acceptable markup.

Service

The waiters and staff are all friendly and go out of their way to truly make you feel welcome.  The waiters look neat and professional, and are attentive to your needs. They have a great knowledge of the menu and are able to explain the various options of beef very well.

Ambience

The restaurant has recently moved to a new location set in an old house with a roaring fireplace in the main dining area. It makes for a cosy and warm atmosphere that invites you in. The décor is well suited to the type of restaurant and nothing looks out of place.

 

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