The couple said that their last name, Wales, comes from the United Kingdom, noting that the restaurant name was inspired by their Welsh spirit. Tiff noted that "the local" was a buzzword for a favorite spot or a neighborhood place.
"We want to be the community's 'local,'" Tiff said.
The restaurant offers scratch-made biscuits, classic American sandwiches, burgers and more. The Local also serves cocktails and has a full wine bar.
- Opened Oct. 24
- 9901 Brodie Lane, Ste. 120, Austin
- www.thelocalatx.com