# LocalRoots MCP

> Use this tool when you need to uncover hidden local gems and support independent businesses by bypassing algorithmic biases that favor large chains. The LocalRoots MCP takes in location-based queries and utilizes the Google Places API to output a scored list of local, independent businesses. Ideal for users seeking authentic, community-driven experiences, this tool helps level the playing field for unique, non-chain establishments.

Canonical page: https://skillsregistry.net/skills/parissharpe-local-roots-mcp  
JSON: https://api.skillsregistry.net/v1/skills/parissharpe-local-roots-mcp

## Description

Enables discovery and scoring of independent local businesses by inverting algorithmic rankings that favor chains, using Google Places API with an opinionated independence-scoring engine.

## Trust

- **Trust score (0–1):** 0.70
- **Verification tier:** verified
- **Last scanned:** 2026-08-31

## Facts

- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Skill type:** atomic
- **Execution layer:** mcp-remote
- **Runtime environment:** api
- **Category:** api-integration
- **Updated:** 2026-08-31

## Source

- **Source listing:** [Glama](https://glama.ai/mcp/servers/v4mtt4kqdi)
- **Repository:** <https://github.com/parissharpe/local-roots-mcp>

## Use it

Resolve this record through the SkillsRegistry MCP server (no auth, read-only):

```
claude mcp add --transport http --scope user skillsregistry https://api.skillsregistry.net/mcp
```

```json
{
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "id": 1,
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "name": "get_skill",
    "arguments": {
      "slug": "parissharpe-local-roots-mcp"
    }
  }
}
```

REST: `GET https://api.skillsregistry.net/v1/skills/parissharpe-local-roots-mcp` · pull for local use: `GET https://api.skillsregistry.net/v1/skills/parissharpe-local-roots-mcp/pull`

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