The Google mashup does just what you'd expect: it finds local businesses and reveals - wait for it - their hours!

The writer at Local Tech Wire (WRAL - Raleigh/Durham, NC) notes it looks pretty good for his known orbit of coffee shops, but points out his favorite mexican places don't show up in searches for burritos. I searched for "coffee" in "modesto" and learned about the Coffee Family Dental. Also annoying: hours do not seem to be day of the week dependent. I bet that dentist's office is not open on Sunday, for example. Don't get me wrong - I'm all for more data in local search; this is just a small step forward, however. I expec this sort of specialty solution (data or service) to be gobbled up by the big guys once its of real value.

You can confirm, edit or flag results - and add listings - if you register.

The service, now beta, is available for the US, Europe and China and boasts iPhone and soon, Android support.

Business model? Unknown. Funding? Self. Data sources? Unknown.

- LocalTechWire