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Local Foods, located on Dunstan Road, is a café and sandwich shop offering a diverse menu of homemade dishes, including the popular Singapore Noodle Bowl. With several Houston-area locations and a welcoming patio, this restaurant has something for everyone.
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09/02/2026

BE LOCAL

08/19/2026

Austin #2 has Landed.
38th & Lamar

Soft Opening all week
Sun - Thur 10:45a - 8p
Friday we’ll switch to 10:45a - 9p

Featuring soft serve froyo , batched cocktails , and full bar.

Brunch coming soon

08/05/2026

The Ice cream collab we’ve all been waiting for. Get it while supplies last at the local foods rice village location in the grab and go freezer.

08/02/2026

Beat the endless summer Heat

08/01/2026

Our newest Local Foods ATX location at 38th & Lamar is almost here, and we're looking for great people to help us bring it to life.

Starting Monday, August 3, we're hosting a Job Fair for ALL positions.

📍 3800 N Lamar Blvd., Suite 170, Austin, TX
🗓 Monday–Friday
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Whether you're passionate about hospitality, love working with fresh food, or are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to meet you.

We're hiring for:
• Front of House
• Back of House
• Prep Cooks
• Line Cooks
• Dishwashers
• Cashiers

Come by, meet the team, and learn what makes Local Foods a great place to work.

Tag someone who's looking for their next opportunity! 💚

07/20/2026

We are so flattered! Huge shout out to for all the kind words!

07/13/2026

713 Day is here, and it's all about the two things we're proudest of: the food, and the community around it.

🍅 The $7.13 Heirloom Tomato Sandwich — everything bagel heirloom tomatoes, house whipped ricotta, butter lettuce, basil & house vinaigrette on Slow Dough Texas Toast. All day, at Rice Village, Upper Kirby, Post Oak & Heights.

🎁 The 100-Point Rewards Drop — Monday only, first-tier rewards unlock at 100 points instead of 300. Tees, jerseys, hats. While supplies last.

07/02/2026

Brunch 🥞 Lunch 🥗 Dinner 🍽️ This Saturday, we've got you covered! 📍 Heights and Upper Kirby are open our regular hours, 10am–8pm ⏰. All other locations will be closed for the day. 🚫

06/06/2026

We made the Do512 Best Weekly Lunch Guide downtown Austin! 🙌 Come see why!

https://do512.com/p/austin-weekday-lunch-guide?sc_src=email_3401140&sc_lid=207495787&sc_uid=gGp7li5IoS&sc_llid=62411&sc_eh=7a4afcbbd7e2783f1&utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email

04/29/2026

Stop by and check out or new Chocolate Chunk Cookie! Guaranteed to make you smile and brighten up your day!

Address

2424 Dunstan Road
Houston, TX
77005

To reach the café and sandwich shop located on Dunstan Road in Houston, you can take a bus or train to Rice Village Transit Center. From there, you can walk east on Sunset Boulevard towards Dunstan Road for about 5 minutes until you reach the café.

If you are driving, you can take US-59 and exit at Kirby Drive. Head south on Kirby Drive until you reach Sunset Boulevard, then turn left onto Sunset Boulevard. Follow it until you reach Dunstan Road, then turn right onto Dunstan Road. The café will be on your left-hand side.

Parking options include street parking or the parking garage located at 2400 Times Blvd in Rice Village which is just a short walk away from the café.

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 8:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 8:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 8:30pm
Thursday	10am - 8:30pm
Friday	10am - 8:30pm
Saturday	10am - 8:30pm
Sunday	10am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+17135217800

Website

http://www.houstonlocalfoods.com/

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What people say

Local Foods on Dunstan Road is a must-visit café and sandwich shop in Houston. Their vegan cashew queso is a customer favorite, offering all the taste without any guilt. They also offer plant-based seafood from Sea to Surf, perfect for those looking to try something new. Their scrumptious salads are reliable and always delicious, making them a go-to for many customers. Local Foods also offers refreshing drinks that perfectly pair with their lunch or dinner options. On Memorial Day, they were open regular hours (except Tanglewood which closed early), allowing customers to enjoy a tasty meal on their day off. Their Quinoa Burger is a hit among veggie lovers and their House Cured + Smoked Salmon on a bagel is a classic that never disappoints. Quick and convenient, Local Foods never compromises on taste, making it an ideal spot for lunch breaks or casual dining experiences.