I sooo wanted to love this place and write a solid review, but I just cannot. Came here this past weekend for brunch and although the space is super-cute, cozy and interesting the food service left a lot to be desired. We all ordered warm coffee drinks and then placed our meal options, then sat back to chat and wait for items to arrive. At some point, the server told us that two (of our five) coffees were "in the window" and she'd bring everything out shortly. Well, it was a fair amount of time before she showed up with all drinks and three of the five items were now room temperature. Maybe just bring out the hot stuff when you can? Same story with our meals...kitchen was backed up and it took quite a while for the dishes to show up at the table, but they were all in fact delivered at the same time. My daughter and I decided to get unique items and split them both...breakfast carbonara and short rib hash. I had a few issues with each dish. Although the breakfast carbonara was fairly tasty with its creamy parmesan sauce and fried chunks of bacon, the rigatoni noodles were an odd choice as the thin carbonara sauce did not stick to the pasta all that well which is why a more traditional flat noodle seems to work better in this recipe. As for the short rib hash, it was more like a plate of short ribs chunks along with potato chunks atop a thick ,sweet onion-based gravy. I would have thought a more savory gravy would be better with this dish...my wife also ordered this dish and she seemed to enjoy it. Wish the beef chunks were a bit more moist as well. As I've said, everything seemed just a bit off. I am appreciative of establishments attempting to put their own mark on a dish, giving it a twist or something out of the ordinary, but for me these preparations missed the mark. read more

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Used to be great. Isn't anymore. I gave it 2 tries and won't go back. Service is marginal. Food is poor.

Unfortunately, the quality does not match the price point. We had the focaccia and whipped ricotta spread to start. The focaccia was fine, though small, but the spread was bland and unremarkable. The oil/vinegar was so acidic/vinegar-heavy, I choked on it. I ordered the cucumber salad. The cucumber was pickled. This was not mentioned as the preparation on the menu. While Kirby cucumbers are used in pickling, this seems to be an oversight on the menu. Though the dill dressing was good, it was relatively inaccessible underneath the plethora of chickpeas, rendering the taste into the bland category. My husband ordered the NY strip steak. We could have ordered it anywhere else for half the price and it would have been just as good. His rice pilaf was mediocre and in my opinion, overcooked and mushy. Overall, we will not be returning. For us, it was a waste of money and effort. read more

Food was super. I had a small plate with 1 crab cake. It came with potato pancake and green beans. The ambience is very warm and inviting. I will be back. read more

In town from Chicago and decided to eat here. Food was amazing (NY strip & meatloaf), drinks were well made, service was awesome! Inside was cozy and charming. Highly recommend! read more

Stopped in for lunch. Nice little cafe and pub that has very friendly service. Learned a little about the pop ups that are there in the evenings Monday thru Wednesday. Small but nice menu that has some breakfast items and a few lunch items after 11. My porchetta sandwich came on a fresh bun with some sharp provolone was very tasty. Really enjoyed the sandwich. Looking forward to stopping back and trying some of the other items on the menu. read more

Absolutely an adorable space, my group of 4 sat in a booth along the bar. Our reservation was for 5pm and the restaurant was pretty empty however as the night went on it certainly started to fill up. We imbied in some cocktails and started with an order of olives and mushrooms. I'm not much a mushroom lover anymore however my friends absolutely raved over them. I did enjoy a few of the olives however and those were delightful but watch for pits. Prior to our meal coming out we also shared an order of poutine, coming from Buffalo, a city close to the border this poutine did not compare. The thin gravy lacked flavor and the cheese curds were cold! For my main course I ordered the fried chicken, upon coming out I compared it to a scotch egg. I'm not sure what the breading is but unfortunately it was a very thick shell around the chicken that was more of a barrier than bread coating. The BBQ sauce served on the side did add a bit of needed flavor and spice and was a nice compliment. Unfortunately the parsnip puree (I think) completely missed the mark for me. We split a due of cheesecake, one pumpkin and the other chocolate. These decedent desserts were the perfect way to end a meal. I would consider coming back when in the area as it appears the menu changes frequently. read more

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Excellent atmosphere and food. Loved the flank steak, autumn soup, and carrots. The cookies are a must try

Such a lovely dinner at this cute restaurant in the Troy Hill area. Service was impeccable. Food was great - we had the bread, deviled eggs and salad to start, then had chicken and carrots for the main meal. We finished with chocolate cheesecake (I'd ask for no mint syrup). Highly recommend. read more

Scratch & Co - Espresso martini. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Consider this a 4.5 star review! Mixed sentiments b/n my husband & I. I'd give Scratch 5 stars; husband: 4. The loc is great in quaint - top-o-the-Troy Hill. Wowzer that hill! Super cute inside, and a very welcoming staff. Our server was great- knowledgeable, accommodating, easygoing, definitely didn't rush us. The wine list is very limited. We each got a glass of Sangiovese which was pretty good. Reasonably priced. The cocktail list looked pretty good / if you're into that. For starters - we got the house made focaccia w/ ricotta & an EVOO/sherry vinegar/chopped fresh herbs. The bread was great, as was the oil/vinegar mix. I was a bit meh on the ricotta. I've had fresher/better --- this was so thick! I also wanted to try some of their pickled veggies --- the mushrooms, specifically, but that's a no-go w/ hubs. And boy was I glad - we got the FABULOUS ranch salad . I normally hate ranch dressing - but this house-made creation was so, so fresh & flavorful & dill-fabulous! The fresh greens & bright, crispy radishes were just perfect. We were fine sharing a small; there's a large option if you're hungry. Entrees....I got the fresh trout. Yum!! That smoked tomato butter on top should be bottled and sold! The Cajun rice was so flavorful and paired so well with the smoked tomato heavenliness! The hubs --/ well -- he got the pork chop that was highly praised. I really liked it --- the sweet, local meat was really good. My husband said he thought it was way too salty. We both loved the mushroom risotto. The HUGE fungi nestled in the warm yummy Arborio rice was heaven. I wish they had a veg meal with just that risotto! No dessert for us! **Apologies - I loved the trout so much, I forgot to take a pic! Definitely will be back! read more

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I don't write a lot of reviews, and I don't enjoy writing negative ones -- I know places can have an off night. But here's my experience The food was decent, but nothing particularly memorable. Unfortunately, there were a few service missteps that impacted our experience. My mom specifically requested her chicken to have the gravy on the side due to a dietary restriction, but it arrived with gravy already on it. While our server was friendly, we were never offered a second round of drinks once our meal arrived. The most disappointing part was being told--right as our dessert was served--that another party was waiting for our table and that the check would be brought immediately. This made us feel rushed and unable to enjoy the final part of our meal. Overall, I wouldn't recommend the restaurant to friends, and we're unlikely to return. read more

Great food and drinks at Scratch. Enjoy the pickled mushrooms and a burger. Bartender was very attentive and made us feel welcome

Absolutely loved scratch & co. Went for Saturday breakfast and cannot wait to go back. The service was fast and friendly and the seats were adorable with a comfy couch and mismatched dishes. The smashed potatoes and breakfast sandwich were amazing. Not pictured were the old-fashioned donuts, pretty good read more

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It costs $27.00 for a child size portion of spaghetti and meatballs. The $8.00 pickle plate was enough for one. Then they had the audacity to charge 3% to use a credit card. I have no idea why you would ever go to this restaurant. They overcharge you for small portions and you leave hungry. read more

Finally had the chance to check out their brunch! I heard great things about their breakfast especially the bagel from Hellbender, so we had no hesitant in ordering the bagel board and it did not disappoint! For the bagel board for 2 ($15), you got 2 bagels of your choice (options of plain, everything and pastrami) and 2 schemers (options of plain, dill and pickles, roasted jalapeños) with all the veggie toppings. We obviously passed the plain options and went for the spices. And we also added lox ($7). The bagels are amazing - crispy on the outside and chewy dough inside, the pastrami spices even makes it better, HellBender is definitely on the top 3 of best bagel list in Pittsburgh. I prefer the dill and pickle schemer, very flavorful! We also shared the shakshuka, which had the best dippy eggs. However I think the sauce can be better - it's spicier than I expected which I did enjoy, but lack of other flavor. The coffee are from RedHawk roasters, yummy. - Overall highly recommend this place for a nice brunch! They also offer a list of brunch cocktails, worth to check out. read more

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Found this little gem looking for a Pittsburgh Strip District restaurant. It is in one of those 'seriously, how do you drive on this narrow street' neighborhoods, as well as 'ok, so where do ya park??' Trust me, it's worth the very little hassle. If you like eclectic fresh, different food in a very low key 'funky' atmosphere , this is your place. The signage is sparse, which is why I included it. Staff is great, friendly. Lots of nice choices. They are allergy aware for those needing special consideration. Give this great place a try! read more

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Great quaint and charming spot for brunch. Inside is lovely decorated, almost feeling like you're in a cabin/library. The food was very good and very picturesque. I got the lox mousse toast after eyeing the table next to us who ordered the same. It was one slice of toast with lox mousse topped with trout caviar and pickled onion. It was a smaller plate but sufficient for me. My husband loves bagels so we were really excited that they have a bagel board with interesting smears like roasted jalapeño and horseradish dill. I definitely want to come back for dinner since the dishes were so unique here. I loved the aesthetics of this place and the service was excellent! read more

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Had Sunday brunch with my daughter.Staff was very friendly and attentive.My daughter got the full breakfast with a salty bagel.She said it was delicious and so plentiful she couldn't eat it all.I got the shasuska.It had bread with it.The bread was good and very crispy.the meal was also very tasteful.I also had a Bloody Mary and loved it.The only drawback was the menu was small but I would like to go there for dinner sometime. read more

Such a cute little spot in Troy Hill. The restaurant side seem quiter and it was pretty spacious with decorative pillows around the seating area. It was cozy!! We opted to sit on the bar side in a booth and it was busy and lively! The server and bartender were very attentive and prompted! We went for restaurant week and they had a good menu! It was two appetizers and entree for $45. The appetizers were the beets and the focaccia bread!!! The bread was soft and warm! Very different than what I've had in the past but much better! The olive oil dipping sauce was also fantastic and vinegary! The pickled beets were served with ricotta and it was the perfect balance! The entree was meatloaf and it was good and cooked well! It was smaller than what we were expecting but still a good portion. I didn't go with the restaurant week menu. I ordered the radicchio salad which is a red cabbage to start. The dressing wasn't overly done and I loved the nuts and apples in it! For my entree I got the trout! It was accompanied with mash potato purée! It was a little sweet which was so different but I loved it! I also tried the cauliflower and carrot dishes! The carrots were plated beautifully and it was roasted! The cauliflower had a nice sauce that went with it and it was very Indian inspired. Has a good kick to it! We also got some olives and it was a good and salty snack to balance everything! read more

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Good food great service all around good place to go would recommend going back everything we got was good

We made reservations and came here for Valentine's Day. The staff were extremely friendly and it felt like a very private dinner. The focaccia bread is out of this world. Between my steak and her fusilli we had an amazing dinner and time. Highly recommend for a date night! read more

This is such an adorable, cozy little neighborhood gem up on Troy Hill. Since it's small, make a reservation if you'd like to snag a table. We called and they said we didn't need a res, about 15 mins later we got there and no tables were available on the "restaurant" side. We didn't want to sit in the bright "cafe" side so we're glad we were able to grab seats at the bar. Stuff like that is frustrating but it worked out, so no stars off of my experience. We just loved the overall homey vibes here. The decor over the bar adds to the ambiance & the glassware & plates are such a cute touch. I feel I'm overusing the word "cozy" but it truly is. After so much rich food over Christmas I wasn't super hungry & was craving some greens. The Little Gem Salad hit the spot. The crispy carrots added a great texture. The sourdough with seasonal butter was also delicious. To drink, I got the "Oh My Flipping Gourd" which was almost like egg nog. Overall, fantastic low-key little date here. Definitely recommend for a little winter date spot. read more

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Had a delicious meal for a friends birthday here the other night! The menu is different and casual, but the food is delicious. Two of my friends are vegetarian and one is gluten free and they had plenty of options for everyone to easily find something yummy. I got the butternut squash cannelloni and it was delicious! I never order cannelloni when I'm out to dinner, but this seems to be one of their specialties and I am a fan! We also got both ice creams for desert, the vegan chocolate and the old fashioned and both were great!! read more

Scratch & Co - Butternut squash cannelloni - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Scratch & Co is one of my newfound loves in 2023. Everything is so good, I doubt you could go wrong here. The setup is cozy and the atmosphere is really great. Plus the staff are also very upbeat and accommodating! Awesome on all fronts. They have a great customer loyalty program, they serve breakfast lunch and dinner, and they change up their menu often, so there's always something to love! I made a special order for a few dozen donuts for my birthday and they were out of this world. Everyone at work kept asking where they're from. read more

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This restaurant is crazy good, one of the best in Pittsburgh. The food is creative and it's mostly farm to table. You can always find something spectacular for vegetarians, they are important customers here. The dinning room is quite intimate, with the bar on the other side. Both are great places to eat and drink. Right now, Scratch has stepped up their take out/delivery service with a nice take-out window or curbside pickup if you prefer that. They are extremely successful with take-out because they get everything right. But I have to mention their Zhug dish, which is out of this world. Who knew you could get fine Yemeni cuisine in Troy Hill? The vegetarian entree is Roasted Root Vegetables, Rice, and Pita. It's the sauces Tahini, Zhug, and Harissa that put this meal over the top, really quite delicious and spicy. I don't always get dessert, but how can you pass on the Berries with Sabayon? It's fresh fruit with a remarkable Italian whipped topping. You certainly can't go wrong with anything on the menu, definitely a restaurant I've followed since it opened, and I will keep going back to. read more

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So happy with our date night. Pim was our waitress and honestly she was the best. Service was spot on. She was lovely to chat with but also gave us plenty of space. The food was spectacular as always. Very tasty came out hot and fast. This is our go to spot in the city for comfort and celebration. read more

Very disappointing experience. This was my first time eating here. I took my wife and 3 young kids. We reordered a black coffee, latte, 3 donuts, 2 bagel breakfast sandwiches, and 3 kids meals (1 breakfast sandwich and 2 burgers) - total was $68 before tip! The price might have been acceptable if the food was good, but it was not. They were also out of some of the breakfast options. Me and my wife's everything breakfast sandwich bagel was $14 and did not have that much egg and bacon on it and did not taste very unique for the price point. It was very peppery spicy (assuming it was from the bacon's seasoning). When I asked for jelly or jam to help balance it they did not have any. The kids complained their sandwiches were spicy too. No toppings or sides came with the kids sandwiches and they were $7 each with very little meat. Basically just a buttered brioche bun with meat on it for the burgers. The donuts did not taste very fresh and had very little flavor only lots of sugar on top. I've been to local coffee shops and bagel shops around Pittsburgh that serve breakfast sandwiches and sweets. This restaurant IMO ranks very low in terms of flavor, quantity, price, and overall value. I will not be eating here again. I wish them the best and hope they improve things. read more

Loved this place for a cute breakfast In Pittsburgh! We made a last minute reservation and loved the vibes. Try to get one of the couch seats! They have good gluten free substitute bun for the breakfast sandwiches which was great. The non-gluten free people raves about the lavender donuts and even ordered some to go. Only con was that the food took a long time to come out but expected on a Sunday morning. read more

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Great brunch at Scratch! Food is always great and the service is amazing! The place is warm and inviting. We started off with Bloody Mary's that were just spicy enough. My husband had the breakfast bagel sandwich and I had the Everything Bagel with Horseradish-Dill and all the toppings. We shared the potatoes which are awesome! I took a Latte to go-Maple Rosemary that was outstanding. Consistently great food and friendly service-can't wait to return! read more

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Came here on a date night on a Saturday. Favorite part was the ambiance of the place - quirky and laid back. Casual but not sloppy. Drinks - very unique drink menu. Favorite was "drink your veggies" with mezcal. Menu is perfect for sharing so don't go with a picky eater! Favorites were the baccala and short ribs. Service - attentive but not over overbearing. Overall cute place - good for sharing a meal or a quick drink and snack. Rating system: 5.0- obsessed. Wouldn't change a thing. Wish I lived here 4.0 - a must go place. Has its flaws but guaranteed to be enjoyable. 3.0- would go to again under specific circumstances but not my top choice 2.0 - wouldn't recommend and won't be back. 1.0 - something must have been terribly wrong for me to publicly review a business so harshly. read more

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Great Service and Great Atmosphere Let's start with the fact that their signature donut is a little meal or big snack, and it's delicious. A couple of weeks ago, my wife and I had planned to visit here for a long time, and finally made it during a weekday brunch. We sat at the bar, and the waiter brought our menus, some water, and told us about a few specific dishes. We asked what her favorite choices were, and ordered those. I got an espresso and my wife had an oat milk latte. It is very nice when restaurants have full service coffee bars, as it adds a lot of character to the experience. The bar's alchohol selection was good. Our food and drinks came out quickly, we ate the food, and talked with the bartender a little bit. Shiloh Gastro is extremely busy on the weekends, so a reservation is suggested, but this weekday it was relatively quiet pre-lunch and dinner, which was nice. The owner came out and talked with us for twenty minutes, and it was nice to hear about the restaurant's vision, and his experiences in the industry. The food was delicious, and we plan to go back for dinner in the future. It was a very pleasant experience. The atmosphere was very warm and fun, and the detailed wood and brick, small highlight shelves on the walls behind the booths really added to the aesthetic appeal. read more

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5 Stars for everything! Creative And delicious! Great cocktails and service. And did I mention the Cinnamon crunch Toast desert? Wow! read more

Oh do I love the idea of a scratch kitchen. Hubby and I go to a different one on occasion and it's fabulous so I was super excited to get to Scratch on Troy Hill. We went with friends and they sat 6 of us in a booth - a little crowded but not too bad. We started with a few apps. I had the baguette which came on slate with 3 different spreads. The herb one was very tasty. The bread to spread proportion was way off though and we ended up with lots of extra spreads. For mains, I tried something called "the daily gravy". I kid you not that it was pretty much just a plate of spaghetti with pork in the sauce. I was pretty disappointed as I expected something more "foodie" and unique. My husband had the fried chicken sandwich with smashed potatoes and they forgot to make it so by the time it came out, the rest of us were finishing our meals. I don't know what the deal was but he felt like the chicken was "off". It was too dark to see it but he didn't feel well after eating about half of it. The smashed potatoes were delicious though - I stole some from his plate. Dessert was donuts. I had the glazed one and it was really yummy. My husband didn't have one because he wasn't feeling well after the chicken. I'd think about trying Scratch again as I know their menu changes frequently. The atmosphere is so nice and I've read so many positive reviews - I just wish our first experience had been better. read more

What a fantastic place. I came for the first time for brunch today and got the short rib and hash breakfast with Vietnamese cold brew with sweet milk added. I haven't had such a tasty brunch meal in a good while. The portion was excellent. Not too much, not too little and satisfyingly right. The short rib was juicy, tender and the potatoes were so crispy and delicious. And it was topped with a perfectly runny egg. Every bite was absolutely tasty. Dave the host was very attentive to us. I had such a tough time deciding what to order. Looks like I will have to come back and try all the other items on the menu. I also took home the smoked trout breakfast sandwich which was oh so yummy. Thank you for a fabulous meal and I'll be back soon read more

Scratch & Co - Short rib and hash brunch - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Food was varied and delicious. Servers attentive. Lovely little restaurant. Good variety of cocktails and beer.

Incredible food, drinks and service. The food is locally sourced. The menu rotates. The staff is knowledgable. Even the BREAD is good...the BREAD! This is my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh - treat yourself! read more

Had a fabulous first visit to scratch & co to celebrate a friend's birthday. I ordered the breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel and added jalapeño spread on the side. The espresso martini was fabulous as well. Our server was so friendly and checked on us often! Only downside was it took a bit of time to get our meals. This could be because our party was 10 folks, but I wish it was a little quicker. The vibes are great though and give a real home cooked cozy energy. Parking is on the street so you may have to walk a few blocks if it's a busy time. Would love to come back and try the other meal menus & pop up menus! read more

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Absolutely fell in love at first visit. Walking into Scratch & Co, there is a warm and welcoming ambiance. Someone immediately greeted our party, and directed us to our table. The booths are cozy, and there are pillows in each of the booths. The lighting is just right as well. Their menu changes, so there is always something new to try. Our group of 8 had tried the butternut squash ravioli, sweet potato gnocchetti, Trout, and the Patty Melt. We each enjoyed our meals. The Espresso Martini is a must try. We had a bit of a wait for our food, but the servers were very attentive while waiting. There was ample street parking in front of the restaurant. I would definitely be back! 100% recommend! read more

we went for Easter and really enjoyed it. Servers (Cynthia) was very attentive and organized. Food was fresh and delicious. We had the quiche, breakfast plate, breakfast sandwich, bagels and tried two donuts. We also had the Bloody Mary drink - nicely spicy and tasty garnishes. read more

Great high tea option on Sundays. About $33 per person including tax and gratuity. The menu includes seven teas (caffeinated and herbal/decaf), plus tea sandwiches, biscuits, toast, jams and macaroons. All teas are from their partner Tupelo Honey Teas in Millvale. This is indoor only. It's worth checking out if you are a fan of high tea! read more

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