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Westside - The Local Yolk restaurant
5.5

The Local Yolk

  • Westside
  • $$
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    okay
  • Perks
    great

Food: Underwhelming flavor

The Local Yolk’s best dishes seem to offer an intricate balance between disappointment and mediocrity. Surprisingly, the Jalapeno Hash Breakfast, French Toast Combo and Pumpkin Pecan pancakes fail to tantalise the taste buds, resulting in an underwhelming journey for the palate. The lack of freshness sadly cripples the overall charm, with rubbery vegetables tainting the experience.

  • Large Portions

    Generous and large portions frequently highlighted as positive.

  • Okay Variety

    Menu largely impresses, though occasionally dishes can be hit or miss.

  • Low Quality

    Vegetables not fresh, mushrooms rubbery, spinach looked frozen, meal bland.

Top 3 dishes at The Local Yolk

  1. 1

    Jalapeno Hash Breakfast 🏆

    Most reviews rave about its perfect jalapeno kick and delicious cheesy crust.

    Jalapeno Hash Breakfast dish
  2. 2

    French Toast Combo

    Most reviews rave about the delicious taste and perfect crispiness.

    French Toast Combo dish
  3. 3

    California Omelet

    Filled with delicious ingredients like bacon and hash browns.

    California Omelet dish

Vibe: Run-down ambiance

Stepping into The Local Yolk is like stepping into the past, and not in a good way. The rundown interior, coupled with a funky smell, numbs down any initial excitement guests might have had. The buzz, or rather the lack of it, proves to be another let-down, rendering the place tired and unclean.

  • Great Views

    Ocean view and fresh air enhance dining experience at beachside location.

  • Bad Buzz

    Tired looking, not clean, with utensils that looked tired.

Perks: Challenging parking, good service

Now with the perks, we have a bit of a mixed bag here. Any expectations of a relaxed weekend meal got challenging, courtesy of difficult parking and long waiting times. Patrons hoping for a breezy outdoor seating would've most likely been disappointed. However, it’s not all bad; the restaurant scores high on accommodating larger groups quickly and understanding the needs of families.

  • Great For Pets

    Staff offers water, treats, and love to dogs; very welcoming.

  • Hard To Reserve

    Tricky to get seating and parking quickly on a weekend.