Market Street has no shortage of dining destinations, yet Local Public Eatery instantly feels essential. The new arrival blends elevated pub classics with a lively atmosphere that feels like a neighborhood gathering.
When you first enter, you’re greeted by a space that is warm and eclectic, mixing vintage lighting, curated artwork, and cozy rugs. A central open kitchen and a wrap-around patio set the stage, while a massive beer board anchors the bar. The design balances polish and play, making it as fitting for a casual drop-in as it is for a dinner date.
A Delight-filled Menu
But food is where the eatery shines. The Ahi Tuna Poké Rice Bowl layers garlic, ginger soy, edamame, crispy tofu, avocado, and seasoned cucumbers over rice, all tied together with miso mayo. It’s vibrant, satisfying, and impossible not to order again. Fried Chicken Ramen with miso sesame broth is another standout, as are the Fully Loaded Crispy Potatoes dressed with parmesan horseradish aioli, bacon, jalapeños, and Grana Padano. For heartier plates, the Korean BBQ Rice Bowl and Steak & Fries deliver comfort with a refined edge, while pizzas like The Texan, topped with fennel sausage and bacon, are made for sharing.
Summer in a Glass
The bar program matches the food in ambition. Local drafts and wines flow, but cocktails steal the show. The Spicy Guava Margarita balances heat and fruit, while the Paradise Frost, a frozen mix of vodka, passionfruit, vanilla, lemon, and Tajín, practically defines summer. Group drinks like the Porron or the whimsical Cold Tea turn ordering into an experience.
Local Public Eatery isn’t just a new restaurant: it’s a hub for connection, flavor, and fun—and it’s already proving to be a Market Street staple.
One of the most delightful surprises at Local Public Eatery, which opened on Market Street in late August, is the playful twist it brings to group cocktails. Forget ordinary pitchers—here, the ritual becomes part of the fun.
Take the “Cold Tea,” for instance: a beautiful teapot arrives at your table, not filled with Earl Grey, but with a Jameson-infused concoction that balances warmth, spice, and just the right touch of sweetness. Served in delicate teacups, it’s a whimsical presentation that sparks conversation among friends as much as it refreshes.
Equally memorable is the Porron, a slender Spanish vessel designed to pour crisp Vinho Verde straight into your glass, or if you dare, directly into your mouth.