This place surprised me with their flavors. Very delicious and the service was excellent. My hope is to get back when it's warmer as they have a single door that lets the draft in every time a customer enters it leaves. read more

Took my kids on a teacher work day and - at least on a weekday - there was no wait. The food was absolutely fantastic. My son had the special, pumpkin pancakes, while I had the enormous and very tasty breakfast burrito... or half of it, anyhow. My husband enjoyed the other half as leftovers. My daughter was thrilled with the kids' waffle. She's nine and it was more than enough food. I tried a bit of both of you kids' meals and honestly everything was well worth coming back for. The restaurant is small and I imagine it would be quite busy at peak hours on the weekends, but it's a nice atmosphere and the service is fast. They do take American Express too, which is nice. Overall my only complaint was that the server didn't ask if I wanted a refill on my coffee. We all left full and happy and the price was reasonable. We will definitely be back. read more

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Breakfast food is on point. Had the burrito and I was not disappointed. Flavorful pulled pork, scrambled eggs, hash browns, cheddar, all wrapped in a crisp tortilla. Topped with salsa verde and creme fraiche (now that's an added touch). Limited crowd at the time so my service was fast and prompt. Coffee was hot and bold. Can't complain here. Highly recommend. read more

We went there for breakfast and ordered smokehouse burrito that was good in quantity as well as quality. The pork had nice smoky flavour to it. We also ordered 4 egg omelete with veggies which was nice with a different flavour. The place was crowded when we went and had to wait for 30 min that was worth it. One more thing I wanted to try was their best seller tiramisu pancakes that looked great. read more

Scratch - Smokehouse burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Independence, Ohio

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We had a great breakfast at scratch. Party of 5 on a Saturday morning. Wait was amazingly short. Good service and great food. We had both savory (omelet, breakfast burrito) and sweet (waffles, bread pudding French toast). And we are picky brunch people. My 20 something kids enjoyed graffiti-ing the walls, throwback to the days of crayons and coloring placemats. read more

Scratch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Independence, Ohio

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I went here on election day, between voting and going to work. I had tiramisu pancakes with sausage and green tea to drink. I swear, it had to be only about 5 minutes before my food came out. The gentleman was very friendly and seemed happy to be there. The food was delicious, and I timed it perfectly-- it got pretty busy shortly after I got there, and the people who came in seemed to be regulars, and raved to each other about things they've had there in the past. read more

This was the first time to Scratch. It definitely will not be the last. A simple yet innovative menu. This find, serves only breakfast and lunch. Industrial chic is a good description of the space once you get inside. Most importantly the food and service was outstanding. I had their signature burrito and my dinning companion had the American breakfast plus we shared an order of cinnamon roll pancakes. All to die for!! I can't wait to make the trip back to enjoy more. Service was genuine and spot on. One can feel the pride of these young restaurateurs. Kudos to all! See you again soon. read more

Went to Scratch today for breakfast for the first time. I was impressed by their really good reviews. I can agree with some of the reviews about the place being 'laid back'. I would call it 'Goodwill Chic'. I was only one of two people at the time I went. The place was quite bright. Actually really bright. The walls are painted white and are covered by graffiti, apparently from customers. I didn't ask. But I asked how long they had been in business and was told it was just over a year. That means the walls had not been cleaned in quite a while since doing so would have smeared the graffiti and it wasn't It is not a large area. Maybe 9 regular tables and two bar type tables. The chairs are metal folding chairs. No seat cushions. For someone who has had double hip replacement, it was less than comfortable. Server was extremely nice. Very pleasant. Very attentive. Ordered the 'All American' breakfast. They had pork belly, no bacon. I chose the sausage instead and white toast. Also came with 'breakfast potatoes'. When the food arrived I quickly discovered that the plates were way too small for all of the food. It was an oblong square plate. Food was stacked on top of each other. The eggs were done correctly for over-easy but they were served yolk down. Should have been served yolk up. The potatoes were a bit odd. They were chopped chunks of potato. All different sizes. Problem was that the smaller pieces were over-cooked and the larger ones were under-cooked. The sausage patties were not to my liking. They had a strong taste, maybe of too much fennel. And they were very dry. Didn't appear to have much fat content. The white toast was two giant slices of Italian type white bread. Way too thick. They should have sliced them thinner and given four slices, like the wheat and rye toast I observed. Overall, I wasn't overly impressed with either the décor or the food. Average at best. Not the type of place that I would return to for breakfast. read more

I'm always on the search for a good breakfast/brunch place, and Scratch recently appeared as an option. I was a little concerned since it is a decent distance away from where I am, but seeing the reviews/pictures on Yelp convinced me to give it a shot--and I am so glad I did! When you walk into the restaurant, you first seat yourself and the waiter will come by with the menu. The menu is pretty small, and just has a breakfast side and a lunch side. I quite liked how simple it was though. We ended up ordering the Smokehouse Burrito and the Strawberry Shortcake Waffles with a side of sausage (you can choose pork belly), and an extra side of Homefries. -Smokehouse Burrito: now this is a burrito! I was saying how it is huge, and probably bigger than a burrito you could get at Chipotle. It is also packed with meat and is delicious, albeit a little difficult/messy to eat. It comes on a bed of potatoes that are packed with flavor despite how small the chunks are. -Strawberry Shortcake Waffles: unfortunately, mine was a little burnt, but I didn't want to bother them and ask for a new plate. Was still great and I demolished the whole thing. It was nice that it came with a savory side, as I often have trouble deciding between sweet and salty. -Homefries: These were huge chunks of deep fried potatoes. Piping hot and extra crispy. I was really happy with these too. Overall Scratch is a great restaurant! It is small and has a homey feel to it. Best of all is the fact that the food is plentiful and delicious, and it is at such a reasonable price! Definitely recommend! read more

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Scratch is a nice no-frills eatery that contrasts against Independence's bustling corporate environment,which is overrun with chain restaurants. I was hesitant to stop in here because it's hard for me to convince myself to go anywhere than my standby Yours Truly whenever I'm in Independence. I went for it though, and I was pretty pleased with my experience. I think the standout for me was the service. My server was really friendly, and I felt like all of the other staff were also looking out to see what customers needed. I was wavering between getting the chicken tacos and the burger, and my server assured me that they were both tasty options. In the end I went for the burger. It wasn't exceedingly big, but for $8.50 it was a generous size served alongside fries. I especially liked the thick cut bacon on top of the burger which added a lot of flavor. I typically don't like homestyle fries like the ones served here because they tend to not be crispy enough, but I didn't find that was the case here. The inside seems a little makeshift, it's decorated sparingly and the seating area opens up to the kitchen which may bother some people. It didn't bother me, but it definitely gave it a more casual feel. There wasn't anything here that was truly unique or exciting here, and I'm not urging folks to run over and try it, but I think given it's somewhat unique in the context of chain eateries in Independence, and the level of service, I definitely think it's worth a try if you're in the area. read more

I had heard of Scratch through the grapevine, but had decided not to try it because I was hearing about it from vegetarian-type friends. I usually don't care for their hippie food and the name Scratch sounded like one of their "it's a hamburger made out of a mushroom" type places. I'm glad, however, that I gave it a swing. In fact, I keep swinging - I was there today in fact...and Tuesday....and last Wednesday. Far from the bean sprout haven that I had expected, Scratch smokes their own pork for their Smokhouse burrito and their own pork belly for the BTL. WHAAAA?! Yes, you heard that correctly. Their take on the famous Kentucky Hot Brown as a soup is to die for. It is to the point where the staff just bring me the soup upon arrival because, sooner or later, that stuff is going to make it's way to my table. The salads are huge and fresh. The chicken tacos can be found on house-made tortillas. The burger, with the house-smoked pork belly and friend onions, is supurb. I had yet to try their breakfast yet, but the menu contains crazy things like... Tiramisu Pancakes Bread Pudding French Toast French Press And the Strawberry Shortcake Waffle The food - awesome. Secondly, the staff is incredible. I can't say enough about the wait staff, their helpfulness, and the speed of service. All in all - excellent. Go there - eat - be happy! read more

How is a breakfast place closed on Sunday? You could literally close Monday-Friday and no one would care. Saturday and Sunday are required. Bad form. read more

Came here for lunch about 1:00 on a Friday. Parking in front in a little lot. A smaller place, maybe about 13 tables (mostly 4 seaters and a few 2 seaters). They were busy but there was a table for us and we didn't have to wait. Our server was nice. Everything was timely considering how busy they were. I believe they are only open till 3. We could have gotten breakfast, but my hubby and I decided on lunch items. First I'll start with the coffee is good. I got the chicken tacos. These were really good, but only after I asked for a bowl to put them in. They make their own soft taco shell, and that I did not care for. Dry, tasteless and a texture I didn't like. But, with that said, after I put the insides of the tacos in a bowl and mixed it up, it was very good(personally, I think they should just serve it naked in a bowl and ditch the shell!). Came with a side of tortilla chips and tomato salsa which was fresh and yummy. And yes, I would come back and order the chix tacos again! My hubby got the burger. I know it had bacon on it but not sure what else. It was really good! Perfectly cooked. Seasoned well. Juice dripping the way it ought to be. Homemade Fries were good(ask for vinegar-mmmmm). Can't wait to come back and try other items. I think next time the biscuits & gravy will get in my belly! read more

Scratch - Yummy burger!! Seasoned well and juicy! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Independence, Ohio

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This is a hidden gem for sure. Very unassuming from the outside, but inside is cozy and clean with nice decor. Nothing fancy, but cute. Service was a tad slow but not annoyingly so. The food was great, everyone in our party loved it. At our table it ranged from sandwiches and burgers all the way to omelets. While the menu is small, there was still plenty to choose from. I also think it's a good sign when a menu doesn't have a rambling selection because that means it's thoughtful, ie, they won't put it on unless they know how to really cook it. I don't understand the bad reviews in terms of pricing, because I thought it was very reasonable for what you get. Also, knocking a place because they don't have a children's menu is ridiculous. Go somewhere else if you want apple juice and a mickey mouse shaped pancake. But if you actually care about the quality and taste of your food, give scratch a try! read more

Having just returned from Manhattan for business (where the bar for food is REALLY high), My coworkers and I found ourselves craving breakfast somewhere that would actually meet our standards. Scratch went way above and beyond what we expected. Over half a potato came in the American Classic. The pork belly was expertly seasoned. Real scrambled eggs were had. I almost never finish my toast, and their multi-grain toast was so good I finished it all. My coworker's words on the Corned Beef were "beef is tender and flavorful, peppers provide an aromatic aroma, and the boxty was crunchy yet fluffy". My other coworker's words on the Smokehouse Burrito - "Its the size of my face". Also, The head chef and team at Scratch definitely have a knack for customer service, you will be treated well here. Working right on Rockside rd makes this the perfect place to grab breakfast before or for morning meetings. I wish Scratch all the best! read more

Scratch is wonderful! I've been here twice and everything is delicious! Best home fries ever! And the lunch salads wonderful! Will be back again and again . . . read more

Scratch - Chocolate peanut butter pancakes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Independence, Ohio

Amazing little place with fantastic original dishes and the best staff around! Family and kid friendly and just an all around great place to eat! Also have really fun and diverse specials that rotate to keep things interesting! Go check it out you won't be disappointed! read more

This place is delicious. Came with coworkers for lunch - we had a good sampling of the menu and the consensus was everything was great. I had the latke sliders and hot brown soup. Both were very tasty and the portion was huge. We also had am omelette, a salad, a Cuban sandwich, and a blt. Fries were on point...and they just offered us some fried Oreos, to finish us off. Not too shabby, guys. And I spent about $12 (pre-tip, water to drink). We will definitely be back! read more

Not too many choices for breakfast in Independence lead my dining partner and I here. I was looking for something light so I got the strawberry shortcake waffle. While the waffle was pretty standard it was really elevated with the strawberry coulis and the maple syrup infused whipped cream. I tried the smokehouse burrito as well. It was good, very full but the pork was not what I would consider smoky. The waitress made a point to tell us that they try to make as much from "scratch" as possible. The cook also came out after the meal to see how everything was. Both of these earned a +1 in my book. Will stop by here again, next time for lunch. read more

Had the puddin French toast. My friend had the American breakfast, and my other friend the burger and soup. American breakfast toast was burnt, hash browns were over cooked, egged where scrambled with what looked like a slice of kraft American cheese on it. Puddin French toast was what I had. I was excited to get it. Huge fan of bread pudding, French toast and pancakes. Was not a fan of this French toast. No Flavor. Sauce was bad also. Just had a weird taste. My friends burger was over cooked. None of us finished our food. We left hungry. Our waitress was an older lady with a lot of makeup. She was not too nice. Was refusing to give my friend soup prior to his meal. Said they just can't do that kind of stuff. Really? All he wanted was soup before his burger. She did say she will figure out a way to make it happen and did. But was so mean about it. Left a sour taste in our mouth. Soup per my friend was bland. He wasn't impressed. I was excited to eat here, I have been eye'ing this place for some time. Disappointed however. Wish it was better and wish we had nicer service. Maybe it was just a bad day today ‍ read more

Very original. Delicious fresh food. Great place and friendly staff. Independence needs more of these places!

Scratch is a terrific hidden gem that while hard to spot from the street is definitely worth your time and effort. The menu is focused with about 20 items: half breakfast, half lunch, and all delicious. Favorite entree so far has been the bread pudding French toast, and you can not go wrong with either the in-house smoked pork belly or sausage. Will definitely return to try more lunch offerings in the future. read more

Every aspect of their meals are on point from breakfast thru lunch! The breakfast is perfectly cooked with nicely browned potatoes, thick smoked pork belly and savory sausage! Portions are abundant and the staff and chef are welcoming and warm, great local spot with quality breakfast and lunch selections, including specials! read more

Finally made it back for breakfast and I was pleased with the service and the food. I had to try the Puddin french toast again and it looks like the blueberry syrup has changed. It's thicker and has a nice blueberry flavor. My brother had the tiramisu pancakes, which were super fluffy and huge. Sausage was a bit fatty, but its breakfast sausage so I'll just stick with bacon next time. They're such a cute local establishment, I'm glad they stepped up their game! read more

Terrific breakfast, awesome food and service. I had the veggie omelette and side of potatoes. read more

The food is good. Small...hard to get a table. Only one person working the front due to Covid volume. Go early so you can get a table and before they run out of items. When things return to normal I am sure this place will also return to normal. read more

Traveling from Detroit to Lancaster PA and checked yelp for a midway brunch spot. Scratch sounded good so we detoured off the turnpike and glad we did. Simple, clean and fresh decor. Staff super friendly and quick. We split the pumpkin pancake and an omelette. Both Good choices delicious and filling. Pancakes we very sweet - no syrup needed, omelette cooked great and Coffee kept coming. Owner stopped out and we talked about how they give to charity - even selling cookies etc with profits to Compassion and hurricane victims - so wonderful. There is real peace in this place - wish it was close to home. Thanks Nick and staff. read more

Bustling atmosphere with good people, great food, and humble spirit. Loud when busy...not the place for intimate conversation. Taste the brown soup...and take some home. read more

Scratch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Independence, Ohio

We were in the area and both really were craving breakfast. We did a quick yelp search and it brought us to this amazing hidden gem. They have a limited breakfast and lunch menu but I like places like that because that means they usually do a great job with the few dishes they do have. We had a French press of coffee and I have to say it's better than the coffee I make at home. I usually don't like the coffee served at most restaurants but this coffee was great. I order the breakfast burrito and my boyfriend got the breakfast special and let me tell you I had to stop myself from eating before i got sick from overeating. The pork in the burrito had a nice smoked flavor and I loved the Chile verde sauce they serve on top of it. I didn't try much of my boyfriends food but he said it was great. This place is worth driving out of the way for. Be patient with the slower service because the food is definitely worth it. read more

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Phenomenal food, great establishment and fast service. The place is a little small, but i think it adds to the atmosphere, do yourself a favor and take your business here read more

Amazing best bfast around.... menu is great and new specials all the time.... brad is an amazing cook and very people friendly

Good, homemade style food. Really good french toast. Just wish they were open later in the day. By the time we are ready for dinner, they close! What gives?!?! read more

I was looking for a local place for breakfast and found a diamond in the rough. It was obvious from the moment we walked in that this was fantastic selection and it did not disappoint. Everything from the staff to the food was fantastic. I had the Banana and Bourbon Caramel French Toast with a side of pork belly and absolutely loved it. The portion was great, price was on point and friendly staff was the cream on top. Highly recommended. read more

Wow. Truly awesome experience from beginning to end. Food was incredible, service impeccable. The breakfast sample platter (not on the menu...totally ask for it!!!) offered a taste of their best items. Never had bacon so amazing and that gravy? Shut the front door and gimme a spoon. I really wanted to lick the bowl, but that probably would have been frowned upon. Or maybe not, as this place featured a very homey and laid back atmosphere. Staff makes you feel like family and the food makes you feel like home. Can't ask for anything better than that. read more

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Pleasantly surprised by this little diner. The menu was different in a good way, I had a hard time deciding what to order and settled on the compassion Burrito. I was not disappointed! Very tasty. Looking forward to going back and trying other items. read more

I work close and stopped this morning to get breakfast for the first time. Very clean business and the staff seemed friendly. I ordered the combo breakfast and I can honestly say I should have throw that 5.50 out the window. The eggs were hard with no cheese which I ordered, didn't receive my toast, the potatoes had absolutely no flavor at all and the sausage looked gray, I thought it was going to be fried. I will stick with McDonalds. Update to my post received an email back from the cook that was off the day I visit their establishment and he was extremely nice and it was nice to see he cared about their reputation...I will give this place another try...the cafeteria at my job is horrible, always looking for a good place to eat...everyone definitely deserve a second chance. read more

Absolutely loved this little charming place. Great service, very fun interior and delicious, creative food. Looking forward to going back!

The food wasn't executed well. The burrito was dry and the home fries were over cooked. The pancakes were delicious and the environment was nice. Despite all of the negatives, I am willing to give them another try. read more

If you're in the Brecksville area, stop by this hidden gem! They serve breakfast all day and they're open from 7-3pm from Tuesday through Saturday, everything is made from scratch *wink,wink* absolutely wonderful service! I can't wait until my next visit and trust me it will be soon read more

We were staying in Independence while in Cleveland for a hockey tournament for my daughter's hockey team. We wanted a place eat breakfast and found Scratch on-line. We were not disappointed. The food was out of this world good. I had the hash and my daughter had the bananas & bourbon caramel bread pudding French toast. Coffee was hot and refilled w/o asking. The pork belly bacon was really tasty. The price was really good for how great the food was. We will be back. I just feel sorry for the owners who only are allowed to have 5 tables in the whole place because of COVID. Please support this great breakfast joint as places like this need to survive. read more