Eric Jacobsen left a 5 star review!

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Joseph Gallagher left a 5 star review!

- Joseph Gallagher Verified

Best bar in the area!

- Andrew Pearman Verified

Great spot. The craft cocktails were on point, especially my whiskey sour. The food was delicious as well. We will definitely be back.

- Adam Freet Verified

Response from The Local Motive Really appreciate the review, thank you for sharing your time with us, looking forward to next time!! Read More

Great place. They added sound dampening! The food was awesome, great cocktails and beer.

- Jimi Damaska Verified

First time in, finally made it. Fantastic cocktail and sandwich. Laid back vibe. Dinner with a friend. We can’t wait to go back and try more cocktails and menu items!

- Becky Verified

First visit to The Local Motive and it definitely won't be the last. 4 of us like trying places we've never been. Checking info online, the cocktail menu is extensive and interesting. We also learned the food is basically "light fare". But, oh my! Was it delicious! We sampled several different cocktails between us and ended our evening with an aperitif we didn't know existed: "Baltamaro". I wasn't sure they'd carry my go-to Amaro, much less have several choices. Mike, bartender and part owner of the restaurant brought all the choices down from behind the bar and we chose based on the aroma. Surprisingly good and made right in Baltimore. As for the food, each of us ordered something different: Caesar salad, Figgy Piggy, Chipotle Chicken Salad and Korean BBQ. Each of us raved about our choices. Excellent flavors, quality ingredients and perfect portions. I regret I forgot to take some pictures. The ONLY reason I gave 4 stars for service is you must place your own orders at the bar where they start a tab for you. They do, however, bring both drinks and food to your table when it's ready. And you don't wait long! In light of the fact that so many restaurants nowadays can't get enough waitstaff to keep customers happy, I've decided their approach is a smart one and people didn't seem to mind. People should know this ahead of time or when they first get seated as the sign on the table was not readily visible. The atmosphere is really nice. The many "fairy lights" in the ceiling create a comfortable ambiance. The decor is a mix of retro/contemporary with both low and high top tables and a section with comfy couches and chairs. You also get a very welcoming, personalized feel as Mike remembers everyone's name when they return to the bar to place another order. I guess you can tell I was greatly impressed and will return soon to try more deliciousness. Highly recommended

- Peg T Verified

PW Heiger left a 5 star review!

- PW Heiger Verified

The place is awesome! Great food, service and atmosphere. I recommend to try all their drinks! This is one of the places you must visit in Sykesville ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Gaby Lopez Verified

I split the Figgy Piggy and Korean BBQ sandwich and both were delicious. Should've taken photos but the food smelled too good. The restaurant was way more spacious than we had thought and the overhead lights were very cool. We will definitely come again!

- Grace Mika Verified

Michael Schuhart left a 5 star review!

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Seth Rang left a 5 star review!

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Tammy Santmyer left a 5 star review!

- Tammy Santmyer Verified

Amazing drinks, food, and staff. A must try if visiting downtown Syskville

- Kyle Weihs Verified

Owners are very friendly and on-site. Food is delicious! So much better than the previous place. And drinks ate refreshing!

- laura johnson Verified

Amazing cocktails, great nom-noms. Really talented bar staff. The music volume could have turned down a little, so conversation would be easier.

- Barbara Corbalis Verified

The staff is friendly and they are efficient. I enjoyed spending an evening there with my man and just watching out the large bay windows at the world going by. This is a relatively new place, as it was bought out about a year ago. I am happy that who bought this location kept the cool vibes it had when it was the previous occupant.

- Ms. M B Verified

GREAT FOOD! Stored there by chance and lives it! Unique menu, great flavor combinations. Very creative.

- John Matthews Verified

Great local spot. We haven’t found anything on the menu we didn’t love yet and the staff is fantastic!

- Bryan Glover Verified

Emily Robertson left a 5 star review!

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