The Local

The Local small town cafe located in the heart of Baroda, MI serving up local eats! MENU https://www.thelocalbaroda.com/menu
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10/03/2026

Well… someone just walked in & bought the place 🤣

Everyone say hi to the new owner, Alex! 👋🏼 We can’t wait for you to get to know him!

09/30/2026

After 5+ incredible years, it’s time for a new chapter for The Local ❤️

What started as a dream has grown into something so much bigger than we ever imagined.. and that’s because of all of YOU. To our amazing team, loyal customers, friends, and family: thank you for supporting us, believing in us, and growing alongside us through every season of life. You’ve watched not only our business grow, but our families too, and we’ll never be able to fully express how grateful we are for that.

One of the biggest reasons behind this decision is our desire to slow down a little & spend more time with our littles while they’re still little. Owning and running a business has been one of the greatest blessings of our lives, but family time is something we can’t get back, and we’re looking forward to being more present for these precious years.

As bittersweet as it is, we’ve made the decision to pass The Local into new hands. The café is going to a talented local chef, Alex Ottusch, who shares the same passion for community, quality, and hospitality & we truly couldn’t feel better about its future.

While ownership may be changing, this place will always hold a huge piece of our hearts. We’re so excited to see where this next chapter leads and know you’ll continue to be taken care of & welcomed here.

And don’t worry, you’ll still see us around 😉

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to the memories we’ve made & the exciting future ahead.

xoxo,
p + b

happy national pancake day 😋🥞
09/26/2026

happy national pancake day 😋🥞

08/16/2026

And just like that… we’re sending two of our favorites off 🤍 Paige is officially clocking out for maternity leave today + next week Bailey will be too. We miss you gals already!!! 🥲

BUT we’re so excited for these mamas and can’t wait to welcome our littlest ‘local babies’ soon 🫶🏼✨ Leave some love + well wishes for them below! 👇🏼

HOT HONEY CHICKEN TACOS….. yes please 🤤
06/21/2026

HOT HONEY CHICKEN TACOS….. yes please 🤤

The game plan this Father’s Day weekend is simple: good food, great coffee + quality time with dad!Shoutout to all the M...
06/17/2026

The game plan this Father’s Day weekend is simple: good food, great coffee + quality time with dad!

Shoutout to all the MVPs 🏆 especially the ones in our lives who deserve a little extra recognition 🩵

Featured menu will be available Saturday + Sunday

We will not be taking reservations on Father’s Day - first come, first served! So come early & come hungry 😉 We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Jordyn & all these adorable dad/daughter duos absolutely crushed Braids & Brews last night 💛can’t wait for the next one!
06/13/2026

Jordyn & all these adorable dad/daughter duos absolutely crushed Braids & Brews last night 💛can’t wait for the next one!

05/27/2026

inflatable imitation skills on point tho👌🏽

05/23/2026

MDW, let’s go!!!!! ❤️🤍💙

05/21/2026

BRB soaking this in 🌞

Address

8952 1st Street
Baroda, MI
49101

Opening Hours

Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 2pm

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