I was really excited to finally try Scratch & Co. in Pittsburgh's North Side. I'd heard so many good things, and it definitely lived up to the positive reviews. We sat at a table in the bar area, which was dimly lit but had a really fun, energetic vibe. The bartenders were dancing along to the music, and the whole atmosphere felt relaxed and lively. The food was excellent. The menu is on the smaller side, but everything we tried was really well done. My husband got the short rib and loved it, while I had the eggplant, which was delicious. The side of carrots was outstanding and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. For small plates we shared the chicken wings and whipped ricotta, and both were very good. The pickle plate was probably my least favorite, but I did enjoy getting to try some more unusual pickled items, like grapes and apples. And then there was the chocolate chip cookie. Amazing...don't leave without getting one. It's a must. Overall, we had a great night at Scratch & Co. The food, atmosphere, and energy all made for a really enjoyable experience. I'll definitely be back! read more

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First time at this restaurant for brunch. Very cute, moderately loud. Our waiter, Ned, made it quite known that this was his first time back to work in a couple of weeks, and that there was a new chef, as well as change in menu. He was very gracious and offered to answer any questions that we might have. Started with mimosas and coffee, coffee was only mediocre. Both my partner and I had eggs Benedict, he had bacon and I had tomato. Although the muffins are homemade, they were very dry and tough to cut. Tomatoes were quite fresh, bacon was very salty. The eggs are perfectly poached, but boring with very little hollandaise sauce. The smashed potatoes have been raved about, were done nicely, but slightly overseasoned.. I love the eclectic atmosphere, and wish I could say better about the food. Don't think I will return for a while. read more

Very cool, nice spot. Somewhat upscale with a New American style menu, bit of fusion as well. On the weekends I heard they serve stuff like shakshuka which seems great as well. Honestly a varied menu. I got to try their chicken sandwich and olive oil cake. The sandwich was very good, but I do have to say, also quite expensive. It came with no side (not even fries). But the quality is good. The chicken is breaded well, super crunchy. Inside, it's cooked perfectly. The vegetables are fresh, and the tahini sauce is super good. Every bun was good. It's a great, but expensive, sandwich. The olive oil cake was also quite pricey, but good. Not overwhelmingly sweet. Topped and filled with something fruity (apricot?). A bit too crumbly for my taste, though. All in all, a nice place for a bit of a more pricey dinner. Things seem high quality and homemade. I'd recommend it! read more

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I was so excited to check this spot out and had a nice night. Our server was sweet and I love how fresh everything is. We order drinks which did take some time to come out. I think we waited around 20 minutes. They were good but definitely not my favorite. Some were super sweet and felt like you were just drinking juice. The focaccia was delicious. The wings were super flavorful. For entrees the most notable was the chefs choice burger. I had not seen that anywhere before and they crafted an absolutely delicious burger. The chicken sandwich was a group favorite. The cucumbers were super refreshing and light. The carrots had a nice seasoning but I do wish they were a little softer and they would've been perfect. The desserts were incredible!! The sundae you would not even believe that it was vegan. The Apple crisp was one of the most amazing desserts I have tried! read more

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It's rare that I give a restaurant 5 stars in my first visit, but scratch really hit It out of the park. A charming little building in Troy Hill that screams character welcomes you. Despite the fact that It was busy and the servers were clearly spread thin, everyone was so kind and hospitable. It felt like a true neighborhood vibe. All of the food tasted like home, homemade & with love. The trout was a nice ode to western Pennsylvania, clearly fresh & seasoned well. The chicken was excellent- reminded me of an elevated version of what my mom would make. The waiter was so kind to offer us the burger though it's not usually a weekend item, and It was next level. The cocktails were clearly crafted with care - highly recommend the Phipps Garden. Overall, my take away is that i can't wait to return. read more

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Scratch & Co. is a local, neighborhood restaurant that serves daily dinner and Sunday brunch. Examples of menu items are quiche, shakshuka, confit wings, sandwiches, pasta, NY strip steak, apple crisp, cocktails, mocktails, wines, and beers. The restaurant sources its ingredients from local farms and their drinks from local breweries and distilleries. My husband and I ate one dinner here. We had made a reservation, although tables are often available for walk-ins. We parked our vehicle for free on the street. We arrived slightly early, but the host immediately greeted and seated us. Our waiter also provided prompt and courteous service. We were wearing casual clothes, and we fit in with the other customers who wore a mix of casual and upscale clothes. Here are my ratings for our foods: Focaccia - 4 stars - Several slices of warm focaccia were served with extra virgin olive oil and cabernet-sauvignon vinegar. Trout - 4 stars - The piece of trout was a good size, was cooked well, and was flavored nicely with butter, capers, lemon, and herbs. Meatloaf - 4 stars - A piece of meatloaf was served with mashed redskin potatoes, gravy, and crispy onions. Tetsukabuto Squash - 4 stars - Slices of squash were slightly burned. They were flavored with a unique combination of spicy banana peppers and some ricotta. Desire and Necessity Pie Duo - 3.5 stars - This dessert consisted of a rich chocolate chess pie (4.5 stars) and a vinegar pie (2.5 stars). Crushed, salty graham cracker was sprinkled on top. The total price was $106 plus tip. We used a coupon, gift card, and credit card in the InKind app to pay for it, although you could use just cash or a credit card. As we were leaving the restaurant, the host held the door for us and wished us a lovely evening. Event space is available to rent. read more

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Nothing but great things to say. My only regret was taking this long to finally try this spot! Came for the insta promo for their trout sandwich. The menu was great. À la carte sides that sounded amazing. Instead of the carrots, I got the happy hour confit wings (half and half calabrain chili honey or old bay ranch rub). The fish sandwich was textural perfection (laurel hill trout filet stacked high, winter slaw, tartar, brioche). Perfectly cooked and stacked! Servers threw on complimentary chocolate chip cookies which was very nice... 2 girthy cookies that were especially memorable for its semi chunky salt on top before serving. The staff was super friendly. Had the vibe that this would be a pretentious fine dining experience but was way more casual and approachable than anticipated. Can't wait to come back and try more items! read more

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Unfortunately not my favorite spot! We both got the fish sandwich and were not super impressed. We waited a while and our food came out pretty cold. The bun was soggy as well. They definitely need to add more salt to everything. Additionally, the tilapia on it was not our favorite. Both of us got sick later in the night... personally we won't be coming back. Besides the food, we did enjoy sitting at the bar and the overall vibe of the restaurant. The bar tenders were super nice and attentive. The host was lovely. read more

Scratch & Co. is a quaint little restaurant in Troy Hill close to the steepest hill in Pittsburgh. The owner of this restaurant was super accommodating for a large group, and he even was helpful in rescheduling after a very large snowstorm. Overall, the service was very good until the end when we were charged a large service fee and could not split our large group into individual checks. In their defense, I should have checked with the restaurant beforehand, but regardless, they were not very accommodating! Let's get to the food & drinks! This restaurant is known for their cocktails & they did not disappoint. I had this pear gin cocktail that was amazingly good! Their focaccia was to die for. Their bread had a different texture than the usual focaccia, but it was delicious. It was hard to determine my favorite dipping sauce because they all were so good! The foccacia came with whipped ricotta and Muhammara, which was incredible! For my dinner, I ordered their famous meatloaf. It was really delicious, but the meal came out lukewarm at best. Most of the meals at the table came out in this way. It was almost as though they didn't know how to accommodate a large group at once. Other people in my group tried the trout and steak and all the food got glowing reviews. For dessert, some of us had the mango gelato and others had the olive oil cake, which had concord grape jam on top. It was definitely an odd pairing. The Gelato was good but nothing special. Overall, this restaurant was pretty good. The service wasn't super great and some of the dishes were hit or miss. They change their menu seasonally, so I would be willing to come back and try the food again! read more

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Came on a Thursday night with some friends. We didn't have reservations but they weren't crowded and it wasn't an issue. There is plenty of bar seats available if that was the case. Ordered the chefs special burger which was super delicious. Tried the apple rhubarb crisp which had some nice flavor. They gave us some free cookies for the long wait, but it wasn't too long. Enjoyed them too. Overall a great experience. read more

We came here on a week night, and got seated within a few minutes. It looks really cute inside. Our company of four each ordered the chef's choice burger, and we all got something different. It was such a fun and creative idea! We just told the staff what we didn't like, and they surprised us with something yummy. Mine was basically a thanksgiving burger with mashed potatoes, gravy and crispy onions. Service was friendly and helpful. It did take a bit for the food to come, and to compensate they gave us each a fresh chocolate chip cookie! It was so yummy! In comparison, I liked it more than the apple rhubarb crisp we actually ordered. Can't wait to come try something else! read more

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Highly recommend for brunch! We always walk in as a party of 2 and have no trouble getting a table. read more

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Absolutely lovely experience! Everything was at the perfect pace. The server was delightful and the food was delicious. We did not feel rushed at all and it was so nice to disappear from the world for a few hours in this cozy space. We tried many things from the menu, including the focaccia and buttermilk whipped ricotta, the Calabrian honey wings, and the meatloaf. For dessert, a Scratch Ice Cream Sundae. It was also a nice surprise to learn that they had Happy Hour cocktails until 7 pm on a Saturday! We enjoyed several. To top off the night, we each got a piece of apple cake for free. Our server explained they had extra tonight because of snow related reservation cancellations and they didn't want it to go to waste. This put our experience over the top. We can't wait to return! read more

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I visited Scratch & Co. for a group event and had a marvelous time! It was a cozy, friendly, and delicious experience! The cocktails were on point, and watching them make two different cocktails at a time without missing a beat was fun. They had delicious focaccia and house made giardinera / pickles for us to snack They served our dinner family-style - butternut squash soup, meatloaf, chicken, cauliflower, carrots, and potatoes were all super tasty - impressive for a small restaurant with so many people in our party (about 30)!!! The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming - we will be back!!! read more

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11/22/2025 Ate list: Meatloaf - 10 Chocolate Chip Cookies w/ Ice Cream - 10 Olive Oil Cake - 8 From the reservation to when we left the restaurant - this was a five stars experience. My wife, while making the reservation, made note of her severe food allergies. When we arrived, we were handed a personalized menu that the chef had already reviewed and struck out the items and/or ingredients of dishes she'd be unable to have. Amazing. Needless to say, service was up to this standard and was truly wonderful. First - the meatloaf. It was quite literally perfect. It's the best meatloaf I've had and it was a dish where I didn't know that a meatloaf could taste that good. Extraordinary. Chocolate chip cookies with Millies Vanilla Ice Cream. Cookies were warm, ice cream was perfectly soft. Few things are better than that. Not trying to suck up - personally preferred my mother in law's Olive Oil cake. BUT one of the first times I've personally seen the dish on a menu. Was thoroughly impressed. Truly lives up to and deserves five stars. Hope to return soon. read more

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Great food. We got the chicken & the trout, both were incredible, sad I didn't get any photos to add. The focaccia with whipped ricotta & smashed potatoes were also great! Major shout out to the staff, they were incredible. SO friendly. Hailey, the host was so kind she even fixed our wobbly table when she dropped off our appetizer and noticed it. Seating in the evening is on the smaller side but we walked right in on a Wednesday evening. Excited to go back for brunch! read more

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This place was horrible, gf and I went Sunday morning for brunch, the aioli was sour and it was served with everything. I ordered bacon eggs Benedict and was served a hard boiled egg and one poached along with the sour aioli and potatoes. Server was not very responsive and didn't seem liked he cared it took a while to get drinks and he brought our food separately. Also took a long time before he asked if we needed drinks and brought us water when we were first seated. Old bay was their seasoning of choice very strange! read more

A dimly lit, intimate restaurant that's perfect for a date night. Everyone on the floors fills the roll as bar tender, server, and host. It was neat watching the teamwork. We both ordered the steak and it was cooked perfectly. Definitely one of the better steaks I've had in the city. For our sides we split the smashed potatoes, which I'm still dreaming about, and the carrots. I'd skip the carrots next time and try something else. Everything was so garlicy and I'm not mad about it!! read more

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Been a few years since last visit and the service was still excellent. That and the decor made for a good evening. I guess I could have done better with what I ordered. The food was plated well but salt and pepper should be on the tables because my meatloaf sure needed something. Didn't care for the apple crisp either. The taste was fine but the apple slices really didn't allow you to get the proper blend of apple, oatmeal, and ice cream with each mouthful. Should have sliced and diced the apples first but didn't. This will be four or five stars to others but didn't make the grade for me. Don't let my three stars dissuade you from forming your own opinion. It was still a nice night out with friends. read more

This place was SO good. Cute vibes, great service, and the food was top tier. Highly recommend saving room for dessert and getting the apple crisp! read more

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Went for a brunch with a private party. The food was excellent as were the cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. With a larger party, the pacing of the food (small private buffet) was a bit behind because we all hit it at once, but after that things were smooth. The donuts and grits were my favorite! read more

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Fantastic!!! I am so happy to have found and dined here! Such a cozy restaurant with seats right by the window making for a great evening. The food was wonderful. The service was amazing. Vibes were great! Started off with focaccia and whipped ricotta. Some of the lightest, airiest, delectable focaccia I've had. Ricotta was the chef's kiss. Cucumber salad was so flavorful and packed with texture variety! Minty, salty from pistachios, fresh, and delicious! I had the meatloaf for my entree, and it was the best meatloaf I've had. Thick, hearty, and seasoned to perfection. Best meatloaf in Pittsburgh! Fried onions on top... my mouth is watering for more. We split some asparagus, and it was loaded with dill and a touch of heat. Fantastic, shareable side dish! My wife got the fusilli, and the bites I had were excellent. A little jealous of her - I wanted this dish too! For dessert, the cookies come out freshly baked and warm. A touch of sea salt and some ice cream... what an epic bite! We also had the olive oil cake, which was very good. A little dense compared to other olive oil cakes, but it didn't lack any flavor. I loved the walnut and apricots. I also want to add everything tasted fresh and clean. We weren't disgustingly full after the meal, which I credit to their farm-to-table approach. We cannot wait to come back for more!!! read more

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Great cozy atmosphere. They have seasonal cocktails that are unique and interesting (one had tahini foam, incredible), as well as a dealer's choice cocktail which is fun. Wine program could use a little work, but that's okay. The service is very attentive and pleasant! The food was fresh, unique, and has a focus on local ingredients. Our favorites were the wings, Campanelle (pictured), pickle plate, and Muhammara spread. read more

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Wow! I've been wanting to go here for some time and so happy I finally made it. The atmosphere inside is very cozy and bright. Our server was very friendly and attentive. We got the tomato salad to share and oh my gosh was it fantastic. So fresh and juicy. I've been craving tomatoes that tasted like this ever since our trip to Italy last year. The blt was super flavorful with the aoli, fresh tomatoes and lettuce and thick bacon on their fresh focaccia. The cocktails were creative and balanced. I tried the dealers choice cocktail and it tasted amazing. Can't wait to come back here. read more

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Went for brunch on Sunday, was able to get a spot at the bar around 9:30 am. I would recommend making a reservation in the future, it gets busy! Service was very quick and food was very good. It was my first time getting shakshouka, and it was delicious! Not too spicy, and the focaccia it was paired with was very tasty. Great portions and a cute spot! Would love to go back and try their dinner menus. read more

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Scratch&Co. in Troy Hill is a destination dining experience! The service is outstanding, the brunch menu is super creative. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with a classic, genuine boho vibe. On the surface, the brunch menu includes the typical build your own bagels, donuts, and a traditional breakfast platter. Dig a little deeper and you will find unique bagel toppings and ingredients and options such as shakshuka and miso grits. At the heart of the Scratch & Co. vision is supporting local farms, breweries and distilleries, creating menus that use the freshest ingredients. We just went for brunch before visiting the Troy Hill Art Houses (another review) but it was worth the terrifying trip up Rialto St. read more

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Okay so let me start by saying it was a Steeler Sunday and my non-football friends picked the place, but I absolutely adored it and didn't even follow the game after everyone got there. I will say I was a bit disappointed bc I saw a menu with a bourbon drink I wanted and the current menu didn't have it (and in fact had most drinks made with gin, which I don't like at all) so I went with an old fashioned. I started with the raised grape jam filled doughnut, which I shared with the table. It wasn't bad, I do wish it was warmed a bit but that's my preference. My one friend said the jam was very Concord grape, which he adored. I then order the breakfast sandwich which was THE best. Idk the flavors just all paired well and there was no seasoning that over powered it. The brioche bun was fluffy and I could have eaten that with some butter and jam (like a biscuit). All and all the food was 10/10. The restaurant y was average noise but it also was not packed so it may differ based on capacity. Our waiter was nice but I feel like he was annoyed with our table, not sure just a vibe I felt so much so that I didn't ask my norm for a new restaurant, which is what do you recommend. All and all definitely should be added to your stops of hidden gems! read more

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I finally made it to Scratch & Co. I put it off because of it being located in Troy Hill, a neighborhood I never find myself in. It was a beautiful hot summer's evening and I was enticed to go to attend a special happy hour event highlighting farm-to-table food. I am very picky about my bread and their focaccia was excellent and paired with very flavorful spreads. The bartender was very friendly and helpful. On our way out at 7 o'clock on a Tuesday, I noticed every table was full. It seems like a popular date night spot. read more

Came back for another fabulous meal at Scratch. This is such a gem. We had pickled turnips, smashed potatoes, a delicious trout fish and some tasty cocktails. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Nice vibe, great cocktails and food. I hadn't been in a few years, and was pleased to see an upgraded interior. Nice crowd early on Saturday evening. The gemelli I had was very good, locally sourced from Forma Pasta. My husband had the burger, which he loved. We shared a plate of pickles beets that we agreed we will order every time. read more

After finally trying this restaurant, I fully understand the hype. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh (shoutout to our amazing server, Pim). I ordered the pork porchetta, which was amazing. If you like pork belly and are ok with eating a good bit on of fat, you will enjoy this dish very much. We also ordered the bread and rotating butter (smoked tomato) which was also wonderful. I washed all the food down with their house made root beer. For dessert, we shared some of the Millie's soft serve, which was a perfect ending for a stellar meal. I came with a group of 5 on a Saturday evening with reservations. We were seated on the bar side of the restaurant since the other dining room side does not have tables to accommodate a group of 5. It is darker on the bar side, so keep that in mind if you are planning to go with a large group. The service was impeccable and the restaurant is comfortable and elegant, but not stuffy. I highly recommend making reservations and stopping by to see what it is all about. I'll be back to try to the brunch soon! read more

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One of the best brunches! Reservations on Resy are a good idea, as this is a popular spot. Street parking is available, as is food pickup. The menu has a selection of all the typical breakfast fares and doesn't disappoint. The Bloody Mary has a nice kick from the horseradish and is a little chunky. Small bits of pickled veggies are on the stick. Overall, a really good breakfast cocktail. The breakfast sandwich is served on brioche and I opted for an everything bagel. It came with a good egg to cheese ratio and nice pieces of bacon on top. The smashed potatoes with garlic aoli are a must. They have a nice crunch and are large enough to share. I will definitely be back! read more

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Tried out Scratch & Co for date night this month. It was pretty busy, but great ambiance and quick service. Loved the focaccia and the smashed potatoes!! Meatloaf was pretty good as well. I do wish the salmon came with a veggie, but it was tasty. Generous portion sizes, everything was very fresh, and the cocktails were also delicious. Overall a nice spot! read more

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Server and ambiance is lovely, and in the past the food was solidly delicious. But today, even with a five pm reservation we waited almost 1.5 hrs for our food, one dish came out 45 minutes before the rest of the food. All of the food was under salted, the steak was overcooked, the side vegs were cold with parts so tough we couldn't chew it. We paid almost immediately and had to change out evenings plans cause we didn't anticipate an almost 2 hr meal, especially being one with a 5 pm reservation. read more

This place is adorable! I love the vibes and the waitress was so friendly. I love a place that has a minimal menu option, it shows they focus on what they cook. I got the surprise burger and it was delicious with the smashed potatoes. I would highly recommend this place! read more

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Everything at Scratch is always amazing and dinner there last week for Pittsburgh Restaurant Week was no exception! My Osaka Highway Oasis cocktail (lightly sweet and sublime), the smashed potatoes (quite possibly some of the best potatoes in Pittsburgh), and the chicken and prime rib were my favorites (so flavorful and cooked perfectly!). We happened to go on a Thursday when they have their prime rib dinner and two people in our party managed to snag them (we were informed by our server that there's a limited amount each Thursday and they were out of them shortly after we ordered them). You can make reservations on Resy but the maximum number of people you can have on the reservation is seven. I called and left a message requesting to add one more to the party but my message was not returned. I talked to someone there about it upon arrival and they said we could add another person, no problem. We were seated in a cute little booth that could theoretically seat eight but be warned, it's a tight squeeze. The left side of the restaurant has some of these booths plus the bar and the right side of the restaurant when you're walking in has smaller tables for 2-6 people from what I remember with good natural lighting so if you want good food pics, try to see if you can sit on the right side. The parking situation is street parking and it's always a little dicey in Troy Hill but everyone in our party managed to find party fairly easily. Overall, our service was quite good, the food was delicious, and it's such a cute space. I would 100% go back! read more

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This little spot in Troy Hill is super cute! It feels like you're going to brunch at a friend's house. The seating and decor is very aesthetic and they also sell art on the walls. The staff is super nice and attentive here. They do take reservations on Resy. It's a smaller space so I would definitely recommend reservations. The coffee was fine but I didn't really like my Thai iced tea. It tasted super milky without that Thai tea flavor. The food here is very aesthetic and nicely plated too! I love that they have a sustainable approach towards avo toast - they do an herbed chickpea toast instead. It's very pretty with an egg! I liked it but I felt very full after eating just half, so maybe the chickpea spread is a bit heavy. It was kind of hard to eat since cutting the toast was tough. They also do bagels here from Hellbender. Our party liked them and said it was on par with Pigeon Bagels. The breakfast sandwich here is really good too. Our friend enjoyed her lox toast too. Would definitely recommend this spot for brunch! I will need to come back to check out dinner and lunch since they have a great burger deal during the week and they also serve cocktails. I love that you can scan a QR code and pay on your phone when the checks come too. Very easy process to pay on Apple Pay and you don't have to wait around. read more

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My partner and I went for brunch and it was really nice. The restaurant itself is very cute, our service wasn't the best but the food was great which made up for it. My partner had the Smash Burger and I had the Breakfast Sandwich on an Everything Bagel. The bagel was delicious as well as the bacon in it. My partner said the burger was solid and we both enjoyed the potatoes as well. Definitely can't wait to try dinner here! read more

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It's a trek getting up Rialto, but oh so worth it! I was slightly concerned with the limited menu, but now I get it. Limit your offerings so you can master the flavors of what you do make. The burger was so juicy and not greasy like most smash burgers! The house made pickles ... no words! The potatoes were amazing but most of ours weren't smashed. They are served with a garlic aioli that is heavenly. Loved the freshness of the housemade bagel as well! Cute spot with exceptional service and food near perfection. read more

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What a find! Greeted by a very kind young man as soon as we arrived. Had reservation and table ready when we walked in. Cool place with relaxed decor. Clean and restrooms were as good as you would want at home. I had the Campanelle with meatballs and it was very good. Their garlic bread is perfect! Laura had the meatloaf which was my other choice but it was excellent as well. They have Jackworth ginger beer which is an up and coming spot near Bakery Square so happy to have a mule with some Jackworth. Well done you guys. Happy to find another place to recommend to friends! read more