Our Story
Right here, in River Dell!
Finally, a local place that's truly local
The Local was built on one simple idea: great food shouldn’t be complicated or crazy expensive — it should just taste amazing. We wanted to create a place that serves the kind of burgers, chicken, fries, and shakes you can’t get anywhere else.
Everything starts with high-quality, fresh ingredients, cooked right and priced fairly. Whether you're grabbing lunch on a busy day, stopping in after school, picking up dinner on your way home, or treating yourself to a milkshake just because… The Local is the neighborhood spot that’s always ready for you.
We’re proud to serve the communities around us — the places where people actually live, work, and hang out. Families, teens, and everyone in between come through our doors because they know what they’re getting: great food, real portions, and no shortcuts. And with our Local Legend loyalty program, you’ll get rewards, surprises, and exclusive perks that make every visit a little more fun.
Frequently Asked Questions
About The Local
What is The Local?
The Local is a burger and chicken spot in Oradell, New Jersey serving smash burgers, hand-battered chicken, loaded fries, shakes, coolers, iced drinks, and family meals.
Where are you located?
235 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ.
Do you offer takeout?
Yes. Most of our orders are pickup and takeout.
Do you deliver?
Yes. Delivery is available through our online ordering and delivery partners.
Do you have indoor seating?
Yes. We have limited indoor seating available.
What are your hours?
Please check Google or our online ordering page for the latest hours.
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Ordering & Online Orders
How do I place an order?
You can order online through our website or order in-store.
Can I order ahead?
Yes. Online ordering allows you to schedule pickup.
Can I customize my burger or chicken sandwich?
Absolutely. Add or remove toppings, sauces, cheese, bacon, jalapeños, and more.
Do you have combo meals?
Yes. Most sandwiches can be upgraded to a combo with fries and a drink.
Do you offer catering or large family meals?
Yes. We offer family boxes and large-format meals perfect for families, teams, offices, and parties.
Do you offer gift cards?
Please ask in-store for current gift card availability.
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Burgers
What kind of burgers do you serve?
We serve fresh Angus beef smash burgers cooked on the flat top.
What makes your burgers different?
Our burgers are smashed fresh on the grill for crispy edges, strong sear flavor, and juicy centers.
What is the most popular burger?
The Local Burger and Cowboy Burger are customer favorites.
What is on the Cowboy Burger?
BBQ sauce, crispy onion strings, bacon, American cheese, and our smashed Angus beef.
What is the Alpine Truffle Burger?
A rich burger with Swiss cheese, mushrooms, caramelized onions, and truffle flavor.
Do you have spicy burgers?
Yes. We offer spicy options with jalapeños, chipotle aioli, buffalo sauce, and pepper jack cheese.
Can I add extra patties?
Yes. You can customize your burger with extra meat and toppings.
Are your burgers cooked fresh?
Yes. Burgers are cooked fresh to order.
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Chicken
Is your chicken frozen?
No. Our chicken is hand-battered fresh chicken breast.
What kind of chicken sandwiches do you have?
We offer crispy chicken sandwiches with different heat levels and sauces including BBQ, spicy, buffalo, and hot.
Is the chicken spicy?
You can choose your preferred heat level.
Do you have chicken tenders?
Yes. We serve crispy chicken tenders made from fresh chicken breast.
What sauces do you offer?
Popular sauces include chipotle aioli, buffalo, BBQ, honey mustard, ranch, and more.
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Fries, Sides & Snacks
What sides do you offer?
We serve fries, curly fries, onion rings, fried pickles, and more.
Are your onion rings beer battered?
Yes.
What are loaded fries?
Loaded fries include toppings like cheese, sauces, jalapeños, brisket, bacon, or chicken depending on the item.
Do you have vegetarian sides?
Yes. Fries, onion rings, fried pickles, and some drinks are vegetarian-friendly.
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Drinks & Shakes
What drinks do you have?
We offer bottled drinks, shakes, iced coffee, chai, coolers, floats, and fountain-style refreshers.
What is a Local Cooler?
Our coolers are refreshing fruit-based iced drinks available in flavors like mango, coconut, and apple.
What shakes do you have?
We offer classic shakes along with Oreo and specialty shake creations.
Are your shakes made with real ice cream?
Yes.
Do you have coffee drinks?
Yes. We serve iced coffee and iced chai.
Do you offer protein add-ons?
Yes. Some shakes can be upgraded with added protein.
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Family Meals & Groups
What is included in a family box?
Family boxes may include burgers or chicken, fries, sauces, and sides depending on the package.
Are family meals good for parties?
Yes. Our family meals are popular for game nights, office lunches, birthdays, and casual gatherings.
Can I order for a large group?
Yes. We recommend ordering ahead for large groups.
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Allergies & Dietary Questions
Do you have gluten-free buns?
Please ask in-store for current availability.
Do you have vegetarian options?
We have vegetarian sides and drinks, but our kitchen primarily focuses on burgers and chicken.
Do you cook everything in the same fryer?
Please ask our staff about allergy concerns before ordering.
Can you remove ingredients for allergies?
We will do our best to accommodate requests.
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Parking & Location
Is parking available?
Yes. Parking is available nearby.
Are you near the train station?
Yes. We are located in downtown Oradell near the train station and local schools.
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Promotions & Rewards
Do you run specials?
Yes. We regularly offer specials, limited-time menu items, and promotions.
How can I hear about promotions?
Follow us on Instagram or join our text message list for updates and offers.
Do you offer discounts for schools or teams?
Please contact us for local team and school fundraising opportunities.
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General Questions
Why is it called The Local?
We built The Local to feel like a neighborhood burger spot for the community.
Are kids welcome?
Absolutely.
Can I place a late-night order?
Please check our current hours online.
Do you use fresh ingredients?
Yes. Fresh ingredients and made-to-order cooking are a big part of what we do.
What should I try for my first order?
A Local Burger combo with fries and a shake is a strong place to start.
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Contact
How can I contact The Local?
Visit us in-store, message us on Instagram, or place an order online through our website.
Do you accept phone orders?
Please check current ordering options online or call the store directly during business hours.
