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Local Foods

Café, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and Sandwich Spot$$$$

Houston

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Local Foods

8.7^/10

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Ranked #2 for healthy food in Houston
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"The crunchy chicken sandwich is AMAZING!!!! Get after it."(15 Tips)
"Bahn mi sandwich is delicious and filling, add the house sriracha!"(10 Tips)
"The duck confit sandwich is highly recommended."(6 Tips)
"truffled egg salad sandwich on a pretzel bun"(4 Tips)

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Houston PressAugust 4, 2014
Local Foods is the epitome of a useful restaurant, the kind of place that's relaxed and easy — and inspires you to have a relaxed, easy meal yourself. Read more
Brittany BasdenNovember 5, 2016
The smoked salmon sandwich is my favorite, but there isn't anything I've tried here that I didn't love. The harvest salad and black bean quinoa burger are great. Try the mint-aid at least once!
Joshua WinataApril 23, 2013
The truffled egg salad on the glorious crusty-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside pretzel bun is a revelatory gourmet twist on a classic. Also their refreshing strawberry mintade is my new fave drink.
EaterApril 18, 2013
At over $10, the sandwiches may seem pricey, but they utilize high quality ingredients and come with two excellent sides; it makes for a filling lunch or a satisfying light dinner.
Houston ChronicleAugust 3, 2014
Don't miss: Duck confit sandwich; Vietnamese-style pulled pork "Banh Mi"; house-smoked salmon with onion jam and cream cheese on a poppy bagel; kale salad; lemongrass slaw; roasted turnip salad. Read more
Melissa RaySeptember 27, 2017
The quinoa burger is so delicious. It is not dry and the avocado is so good. I also love the options of the two sides that you get to choose to have with your meal.
FezNovember 19, 2014
Duck confit is defenetly the most interesting thing I have eaten this month. Great taste. Mintade was too sweet for my taste. Tuscan kale is interesting, acorn squash not so much. I will come back.
Jennifer VickersNovember 2, 2015
Soups are consistently delicious and I love the vegan taco salad currently on the menu. Also missing the falafel sandwich...it was excellent with a salad set up!
lisa lJuly 25, 2013
I recommend the truffled egg salad on pretzel roll. The roll was chewy and tender and the egg salad was delish! Their posole soup was also comforting.
Blair AllenAugust 19, 2018
 ‘Halfway obsessed’ is a great description for how Houstonians feel about Local Foods. Great for Vegetarians and Omnivores alike! The Asian Chicken salad and Shrimp Tacos are my faves.
Blair AllenAugust 22, 2018
‘Halfway obsessed’ is a great description for how Houstonians feel about Local Foods. Great for Vegetarians and Omnivores alike! The Asian Chicken salad and Shrimp Tacos are my faves.
IlariaJune 11, 2015
One of the best sandwich I've ever had! You can choose gluten free bread and two complimentary sides with your sandwich. Cookies and gluten free cake.
Houston PressAugust 27, 2013
Try the Summer Harvest salad! The mixture of baby lettuce, goat cheese, assorted vegetables, sprouts, salsa verde, sunflower seeds, and shrimp or chicken will have you asking, "What's bread?"
Vina OrtizSeptember 21, 2014
Bahn mi sandwich is delicious and filling, add the house sriracha! All sides are quality, and lots of healthy options 👍
Christy LandesDecember 27, 2014
Outstanding sandwiches on tasty bread. Bahn mi is great, so is egg salad. Kale salad is default yummy side plus something seasonal.
Tania PlateroDecember 13, 2018
Food is beyond delicious, and there are several vegetarian and vegan options; the Garden Sammie was super! It’s awesome 😎
Stephanie Y CavazosNovember 22, 2023
The partnernship between 44 Farms and Local Foods is unmatchable - when in doubt try one of their featured menu items - will not disappoint
KristinaJune 29, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Everything here is delicious & fresh! I love their egg salad sandwich, posole soup, and kale/beet/cabbage coleslaw sides are my fave. Ordering a glass of the (512) WIT on draft is a must!
Talya ArbisserJuly 26, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Very nice staff - great food options - pleasant decor! Check it out. My only criticism would be that I Sometimes find the food to be a bit too salty. Owned by same guy as Benjy's next door.
Teresa PhamAugust 6, 2014
You can never go wrong with the crunchy chicken or egg salad sandwiches. The homemade potato chips are a little too salty, though.
Houston PressOctober 10, 2012
2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Sandwich. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.
Fernando CovasFebruary 16, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Great option for catering business meetings. They deliver on time and with the same quality you get at the restaurant.
Sami JihDecember 11, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Kale salad is awesome. The earl grey bar is good, soft, and flaky but it tastes more like lemon bar.
Carolina BaumanisMarch 23, 2014
Try the truffled egg salad sandwich. It will rock your world! I get it every single time. I'm obsessed and I'm not an egg salad person.
Mitch SawyerJune 4, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get the falafel for house made pickles and some of the freshest tomatoes you'll eat. Goes great with the quinoa salad.
Blake BenthallSeptember 15, 2013
Delicious seasonal menu items alongside a decent selection of local artisinal foods (Bravado Spice spotting!)
Lawrence ChangAugust 8, 2014
Get the crunchy chicken and duck sandwich with a pretzel bun! Kale and couscous are delicious.
Lauren VasquezJanuary 3, 2014
I had the banh mi and it was great! My sister got the crunchy chicken and it was even better!
Sol AnguloOctober 6, 2013
The pozole is life changing. I hate to say that it's better than my abuelita's. Almonds in pozole?! More please...
ClintJuly 10, 2015
Very good and hearty sandwiches, bring your appetite - great local beers on tap, too
NadineDecember 23, 2013
The mint ade was delicious. The egg salad and duck confit were solid. I didn't like the beets because it had a strange flavor.
Vijay JohnNovember 23, 2014
The Crunchy Chicken sandwich is very good. Clean, quality, simple food with a bit of a twist.
Marc SOctober 12, 2013
The duck confit sandwich is highly recommended. Don't worry if you don't know what "confit" means! Try it.
jon nguyenMay 2, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the Roast Beef Sandwich - the most unique and delicious roast beef samich evaaar!!! with kale, curried cauliflower, and horseradish mayo
Morgan LittleJanuary 10, 2018
The garden Sammie and vegan meatball sandwich is to die for, and everything else!
Alex AlamSeptember 11, 2014
Great sandwiches. Don't miss the mintade!
Eric CarterJuly 2, 2013
The food is good & it's definitely convenient when it's not Sunday Brunch. The pretzel buns are delicious!
Leah JohnsonAugust 27, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Get the crunchy chicken sandwich along with a mint-ade. The portions are large so you can def share if you're not ravenous.
Brandon SteinAugust 31, 2013
Order the Asian Chicken salad -- stacked high with fresh goodness. Orange limeade drink is refreshing on a hot day!
Matt VandeverMarch 12, 2013
This place uses actual "local" grown foods hence the name. I recommend trying the Asian chopped salad it's awesome!
Genie BeanJuly 23, 2012
Must tries: truffled egg salad sandwich on a pretzel bun, the posole, and the cabbage slaw (light and tangy).
Georgia HarrisDecember 5, 2012
The crunchy chicken sandwich is to die for!! And you can't leave without getting the chocolate cupcake. Wow
Marc SOctober 12, 2013
Definitely share the larger tables. Your next best friend (or more) may sit with you.
Marc SOctober 12, 2013
Don't worry if it seems really full. By the time you order tables almost always start opening up quickly.
Martial BénardJuly 31, 2012
Delicious shrimp and crab sandwich. Fresh, healthy food in a pleasant, airy setting.
MegAugust 9, 2014
The crispy chicken sandwich and quinoa salad are both phenomenal.
Julia McGowenApril 22, 2014
A little pricy, even considering they only use local/organic foods, but very intriguing menu & great atmosphere.
justin bowersSeptember 8, 2013
So delicious! Makes a great lunch date. Order the minty fruit drink thing!
Rebekah WesleySeptember 7, 2013
The truffle egg salad on pretzel bread is superb! Definitely a must try.
CultureMap Houston ManagerMarch 20, 2012
The hardest choice is between the local 8th Wonder root beer on tap and Benjy's amazing mintade.

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