brave_local_search
Find local businesses and places with detailed information like names, addresses, ratings, and hours. Ideal for queries with 'near me' or specific locations, defaulting to web search if no local results.
Instructions
Searches for local businesses and places using Brave's Local Search API. Best for queries related to physical locations, businesses, restaurants, services, etc. Returns detailed information including:
- Business names and addresses
- Ratings and review counts
- Phone numbers and opening hours Use this when the query implies 'near me' or mentions specific locations. Automatically falls back to web search if no local results are found.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| count | No | Number of results (1-20, default 5) | |
| query | Yes | Local search query (e.g. 'pizza near Central Park') |