About Local Bar & Grill
Local Bar & Grill is a go-to lunch vegan & plant-based spot in San Francisco, CA, with a lively feel and a quick order-at-the-counter setup with a small patio. The kitchen leans into vegan & plant-based done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Jackfruit Tacos, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Beyond Burger, Cauliflower Wings, Buddha Bowl, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find neighborhood regulars who know the staff by name, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours frozen margaritas, agua frescas, and a short list of cocktails. Most dishes can be made dairy-free on request. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, you can text ahead to skip the line during the lunch rush. The price-to-quality ratio is what brings most people back a second time. Whether you're new to San Francisco or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable vegan & plant-based fix, Local Bar & Grill earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Local Bar & Grill. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 3.6 out of 5 across 284 reviews.
Mixed feelings. The Buddha Bowl was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Cauliflower Wings and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Great vegan & plant-based option for the area. The Buddha Bowl was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Local Bar & Grill has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Beyond Burger but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Solid spot. The Beyond Burger is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Location & neighborhood
Local Bar & Grill is located at 878 5th St in San Francisco, CA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.