We’re a family-owned downtown restaurant with a simple goal: provide our friends, family, and neighbors with a relaxed dining experience that keeps folks coming back. We aim to bring you fresh and tasty food, using locally-sourced ingredients whenever we can.
Local is good, y’all.
Based on 404 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
23 N Main St, Marion, NC 28752
Phone: (828) 559-0654
Website: https://mcdowelllocal.com/
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Hours
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
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Reviews
Amanda O’Brien
The restaurant itself had a great vibe, and it is decorated in a kitschy and homey style. Unfortunately the service was subpar – we weren’t given utensils or plates for our appetizer until we asked, and our server never checked in with us after delivering our food. I ordered the chicken tenders which had very little flavor or seasoning, but the sauce and fries were decent. When we were finished, we had to flag down another server to get our check and pay. I would give it another try next time I’m in the area, but for a first visit I was disappointed.
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Max Vander Ploeg
Really slow service on a Wednesday night. We ordered Odell’s Pickle Plate fried….it was a mushy pile of fried pickles, okrah, asparagus, & onions. I didn’t even try it & the rest of my party tried it and sent it back. Be aware that it’s a very large tray….enough for 4 people.
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Shaun Abell
3.5 / 5
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Ryan Galloway
Place is very cool! Neat atmosphere and interesting and local menu which guided us in.
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Megan Alissa
Street parking was easy to find when we went for dinner. Restaurant had a good atmosphere. They have a lot of vegetarian options. Good cocktails available. Margarita pizza was excellent. My friend had the Woodstock pizza and it was the closest thing to a “salad pizza” we have ever had in our lives. There was no cheese and it left a lot to be desired. Lesson learned. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Food came quickly. I would visit again.
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C Will
Me and my wife came here for the first time after hiking. We received great service and thoroughly enjoyed the food. We will be back for sure
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Alex Skinner
Casual, family friendly local eatery / pub with locally sourced food that has a mountain cuisine influence. (For example, where else can you get a livermush sandwich?) Friendly staff and great service, too. We ate outside on the patio, at the counter top the ceiling. Restaurant is right on Main Street, so there was traffic noise, but it was quite pleasant.
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Dan K
Stopped by for dinner after a drink @ MTB next door. Cool country diner vibe inside, immediately made me want to order breakfast.
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Brad Miller
Amazing food with all locally sourced ingredients. Be sure to check out their Facebook page to stay up to date on daily specials and upcoming events. I can with 100% confidence say that they serve the best Carolina style burger you’ll ever have. I can’t speak on the pizza, but judging from the tables next to me, and the many faces of each person reacting as if they just entered their own personal heaven, it has to be good! Great prices, great service, and truly a gem!
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Pat Martin
Great chicken tacos!
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