Local House Kitchen & Bar — Restaurant in Tinton Falls

When it was first learned that Woody's Tinton Falls location had been sold, I was apprehensive to see what changes would be made. There was definitely some concern that the new owners would come in and clean house, replacing longtime employees with their own staff and thus driving away the regulars.

That being said, after about a month under new management, I'm glad to see that the changes that have been made are all positive. Having been in a few times since the transition, the new menu items I've tried (pretzel bites, the smash burger and the tavern burger) have all been good, and it's nice to see that the Aloha bowls are still on the menu (even if under a new name!). There have also been nice additions to the draft beer selection - with so many local breweries it's good to see a wider array of choices on tap. I'm also glad to see some good Happy Hour menu options added, which definitely seem worth checking out.

Most importantly though has been seeing so many familiar employees in an industry known for having a high turnover rate. Part of what made Woody's stand out from some of the other nearby bars has always been the personalities of the bartenders & waitstaff. You can tell when employees work well together and have fun at their job, despite how busy/stressfull the shift may be going. Shannon was bartending when I stopped in the past week and, despite not working the last few times I had been at the bar, she still remembered my usual drink of choice. She always seems to have a good amount of regulars at the bar, as do all of the bartenders (which is always a good sign) and its nice to see that this hasn't changed.

Definitely wishing the new owners luck and am curious to see what the next...

​If you're looking for a new spot that's absolutely crushing it, you have to check out The Local House in Tinton Falls—the restaurant that took over the old Woodey's Tavern location. ​This place is a winner on all fronts. Right away, you'll notice the amazing friendly atmosphere. It's the kind of spot where you feel instantly welcome, whether you're there for a casual bite or a night out. ​Let's talk food and drinks: The food is great and the drinks are amazing! Whatever they're doing in the kitchen and behind the bar, they're doing it right. Whether you're craving a classic or something a little more adventurous, your taste buds will thank you. ​But what truly elevates the experience is the service staff. They are well trained and on point. Fast, attentive, and genuinely friendly service makes such a difference, and the team at The Local House clearly excels at it. ​It's clear they've taken the space and created a fantastic local gem. Highly recommend...

The Local House is exactly what we’ve been waiting for. From the moment we walked in, it had that welcoming, neighborhood vibe that makes you want to settle in and stay a while. It’s the perfect spot to grab a seat at the bar and catch the game. My husband was seriously impressed by the draft beer selection had local varieties as well as old faithful choices.— I’ll be coming back for that pineapple jalapeno margarita. It was fresh, not overly sweet, and totally hit the spot. We ordered a couple of appetizers to share—lots of tempting options, but 5 stars for the spinach artichoke dip and the smash burger. Menu had choices for everyone and anyone you go with, sangria pitchers with the girls It’s one of those places where you want 1 of everything, or already know what you’ll want to try next time. The Local House delivers, I already can’t...