Tucked in a charming pocket of Monmouth County, Little Silver is a small town with big appeal.

Known for its excellent schools, scenic waterfront properties and strong sense of community, it’s easy to see how new Italian restaurant Locale fits into that landscape. Since opening last December, the eatery has quickly become a well-loved neighborhood spot, welcoming guests with that very principle they build the restaurant on.

“The name ‘Locale’ stemmed from the conversations we had in the early days, wanting to embody that homey, neighborhood feel,” owner Tom Ottaiano told NJ Advance Media. “We want people to come in here and feel like family, and feel the love through the food and the people.”

Tom and his brother and business partner, Giuseppe, are no strangers to the restaurant indust

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