This very cool restaurant located in Downtown Cary made me think I was at the Culinary Dropout in Arizona, I even told our friends I've been to this place in another state but after some research I realized I had not nor is it the same restaurant BUT it definitely had a similar vibe with equally as delicious food! Stopped in with some friends after attending a Cary Corpse Crawl (highly recommend for some spooky fun) and even though it seemed packed we were seated immediately. Our server was also the bartender but that didn't stop him from being attentive. I had the Crispy Chicken sandwich, I mean you can't go wrong with waffle battered chicken! They did not skim, this sandwich was topped with two large pieces of chicken, a spicy maple syrup aioli and candied bacon!!! Yes, please. We'll be back to check out brunch but I really want to go back to try some cocktails. Per usual we ordered the local beer on tap, which was fantastic but our friends ordered 2 different old fashions one was traditional and the other was Brown Butter Salted Carmel, I had drink envy all night! read more

We walked from the library to Scratch kitchen- there are no sidewalks we had to push the baby stroller in the street to get to the entrance. Girl waiting on us was friendly but did not come around enough to fill our water. We had to ask another server for water. I had the Tropical bowl with grilled chicken and the dressing on the side. It had good flavor - not very much food for the price- it was only about a quarter of a piece of chicken. The place had music that was almost too loud. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Tropical Bowl - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

My friends and I met on a chilly rainy evening for dinner. There was a 15 minute wait. We were seated in about 15 minutes. Scratch is pretty inside, and they have plenty of seating inside and outside. We started with appetizers, the loaded fries, the pimento cheese wontons and the crab dip. They were all very good!!! The loaded fries could feed 5 people! I had the shrimp tacos as my meal and they were very good, al little heavy on the cilantro, but very good. One of my friends had the Bibbimap and substituted the beef for salmon. The presentation was beautiful, but it was just ok. The strange rice patty at the bottom was unexpected and hard. My other friend had one of the salads and she enjoyed it. The service was great. I enjoyed my visit and will go back again. read more

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I've been to Scratch Kitchen and Taproom a few times. Their service is consistently good especially if you sit at the bar. The food is kind of a mix of American and southern comfort food. It's a little too rich for me most of the time but the atmosphere is nice and they have lots of outside seating and can accommodate large groups. Street tacos and fried chicken salad are good. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Bulgogi egg rolls - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Stopped in for lunch - descent meal. There was a variety of options. The salad didn't have a ton of flavor, felt like it was missing something. The service was ok. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Sriracha Shrimp Caesar Salad - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I was visiting my friend in Raleigh for the weekend and on my first day, we decided to check out Scratch as the pictures on Yelp look enticing. Which overall, our experience was good although our waiter often disappeared and didn't stop by very often. For food, I ordered the lobster Mac and cheese, which was large and pretty decent. Could've used a smidge more seasoning but I enjoyed my meal overall. It's large enough that it could be split between two people. We also got the biscuits as an appetizer and I would say you can definitely pass on them. They tasted almost like an English muffin which is not my favorite. Now for the drinks, those were horrible and it's been awhile since I've had a really bad drink. My friend ordered the 'honey don't be sour' and I got a different one that was recommended by our waiter as it was popular and on the sweet side. Both were terrible, I mean like wow that's bad. I didn't drink it and just decided to drink water instead. My friend finished hers begrudging. Final rating is a 3.5. I would give Scratch another chance but would skip the cocktails the next time I go. read more

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We were traveling through the area and did a little yelp research on places to eat. This one stood out to me with a unique menu. They have a beautiful inside area that could accommodate many different size parties. They also had a very nice outdoor patio with plenty of tables as well. Joe was our main server, who was very friendly and attentive, but then we also had another lady who brought out our food and that would check on us periodically as well. The menu is very eclectic to serve all pallets. And each dish that we had was a flavor bomb! Very tasty! The overall experience, and the taste of the food, was five stars. read more

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We came out for my birthday dinner (my choice!), and with so many good options around, I ended up going back to Scratch in Apex. It had been a while since our last visit, and this was the perfect excuse. Sunday night, party of five (wife, both boys, and one girlfriend). No wait, no rush, just a nice, easy evening. I went with the pork chop and swapped the collard greens for bacon Brussels sprouts, because after nearly nine years of living here, I still haven't fully acquired the "collard greens appreciation gene." Maybe one day. The portions were very generous, and the three mac 'n' cheese dishes were generous enough that those orderers needed to-go boxes. Meanwhile, the poke bowl and I cleaned our plates. No regrets there, my pork chop was perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Our server, Indiana, was excellent, friendly, attentive, and happy to answer every question we had. Only downside? The restaurant was a bit warm inside. Not unbearable, just enough that we noticed. But that's a small thing compared to the great food, great service, and overall good vibes. Not our first visit, and definitely not our last... honestly, we should come here more often. Solid comfort food, done right. read more

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So glad we decided to walk in on this establishment. We opted out just to have appetizers and had the firecracker shrimp the crabcakes, the pork belly, the green tomato stacks, and the roasted cauliflower. We finished it all definitely will come back.. Service was fantastic. Real trendy spot in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. read more

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Went for lunch on a Sunday and it was really busy! The parking was a little difficult, but it could have been because there was an arts fair going on nearby at the same time. I got a spot in the parking lot outside, but my friend had to park several blocks away. The servers were super friendly and patient, considering my friend was late due to parking and I had to wait for her for a while. I really liked my salad, topped with salmon. I love a place with healthy options! My friend tried a bunch of appetizers and enjoyed them. We also enjoyed mocktails! For desert we shared the biggest piece of chocolate cake ever. A very nice ambiance with lots of windows. Also not too loud for conversation. Would definitely be back! read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Chocolate cake for desert! - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I was in Raleigh and stopped here for brunch on the way to the airport. The place was crowded and we were seated right away. Service was excellent, it was the food that didn't do it for me. The menu stated that everything is made from scratch with care and attention to detail, which set high expectations. Coffee for 2 came in a French Press and was quite good. Both my husband and I ordered the same thing: which is unusual, the Crème Brûlée French Toast. It sounded amazing--fresh local sourdough bread, bourbon blueberry maple syrup, vanilla whipped cream, fresh mint. It's served with potatoes, but we were able to sub fresh fruit When the food arrived at our table less than a minute after ordering, I knew something was off. It definitely didn't taste made-from-scratch. The flavors just didn't come together for me: the sourdough was too sour, and the syrup had an overpowering bourbon flavor with barely any maple coming through. It all just felt out of balance. I left disappointed. The place has a great atmosphere and service, maybe we just picked the wrong dish--but for a spot that prides itself on scratch-made food, it missed the mark. read more

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We came for Saturday brunch and were surprised it wasn't too busy. The place feels a little small, but is cute and had a southern vibe. Drinks were great. I had the mango mimosa, my husband had the Maple Bacon Old Fashioned, and our friend had the Bloody Maria. We all enjoyed them. The food was a bit of a mix. I ordered the spicy crispy chicken biscuit and didn't enjoy it. It wasn't spicy, it was dry and lacked flavor. It really needed a sauce or syrup. My husband got the Chicken Dutch Pancake and thought it was excellent. Our friend liked the Southern Huevos Rancheros Bowl but felt it was overloaded in black-eyed peas and it overpowered the dish. Service was great. The bartender and our waitress were both very kind and helpful. We would definitely come back and try something different next time. read more

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I'm not sure if I went on an off day considering all the rave reviews but my Mac and cheese dish was straight up inedible. It was oily and no flavor whatsoever. I ate a few bites before giving up. Very disappointed and wouldn't go back! read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

We were in downtown Cary and walked to this restaurant. The location is very nice and walkable. We each got a drink that both were okay; neither were a wow for us. I missed getting a picture but we got the pimento cheese wontons as an appetizer which were good; they weren't exactly what I was expecting on the shape of them and the crunch you get on a normal wonton wasn't there but the flavor was there. We got the Bacon Hoop Cheeseburger to split which was just okay; burgers are one my favorite foods and it just didn't hit that sweet spot of feeling satisfied. I did appreciate that the red onions were pickled though; it was a nice difference to the usual. We also felt rushed like the waiter wanted us to pay and get out as soon as possible so they could get the next group in; if I feel like I am cattle being herded, I am not going to feel like the overall experience was good. However, everything was good enough that I would give Scratch Kitchen another try if we were in the area. read more

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The restaurant itself was super cute. Loved the atmosphere. The server gave great suggestions on drinks. I got the apple cider fall special. But the food was just so so. I got the low country pad Thai and did not like it at all it's just not great. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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My wife, family, and I recently visited Scratch Kitchen and Tap Room, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. We decided to try their new Korean marinated flank steak sandwich, and wow, it was one of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time. The flavors were perfectly balanced. The pickle had a unique, tangy flavor that complemented the rich steak beautifully. The bread was toasted just enough to add texture but still soft enough that it didn't scratch the roof of your mouth, a small detail, but one that makes a big difference. The Korean-style mayonnaise was phenomenal; I'm not entirely sure what's in it, but I'd love to find out because it brought everything together. The arugula added a fresh, peppery touch that really completed the sandwich. This was our first time visiting this particular location, but we've been to their sister restaurants, The Mason Jar and The Tap Station, and Scratch Kitchen holds its own with the same level of excellence. The service was top-notch, our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable about everything from the beer on tap to the house-made condiments. Even the ketchup was a premium Heinz variety, and the ranch dressing was made in-house and tasted fresh and flavorful. We also tried a couple of their burgers, including the barbecue burger, which were both excellent, but that Korean steak sandwich definitely stole the show. All in all, Scratch Kitchen and Tap Room delivered a five-star experience, from the food and service to the welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

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We sat at the bar as all outdoor seating was full. Great service from the super friendly bartender. Our dishes were very good, but I can't rave enough about the chopped salad. A bowl of perfection with crispy fresh romain, cherry tomatoes and those sweet and salty toasted nuts with just the right amount of blue cheese dressing, then topped with Korean spiced shaved ribeye created perfection! It's a large salad but I couldn't stop eating it! The chicken sammie was also very unique and full of flavor. Go here folks!! read more

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first time here and we had a great time! they have a little bit of everything from asian to american. we had the pleasure to be served by joe and he was great! patient and professional. we got hand towels which was a nice touch. we ordered a lot of food. for the table, we got the pork belly bites with brussel sprouts and they were delicious. i could've eaten the whole thing myself. the crab dip with wonton chips was just okay for my liking but everyone else loved it. good crab flavor and super cheesy. for mains i got the poke bowl and it was refreshing (especially for how hot it was that day) and the brisket mac and cheese. huge portions and are guaranteed to have leftovers. mac and cheese was cheesy and creamy. everything you'd want in a mac and cheese. the brisket was tender and smoky. the restaurant was a little on the warm side but it had a beautiful decor that was cozy and homey. they don't take reservations and you need to be present to get on the waitlist. would come again to try other items on their menu! read more

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We dropped by for a quick cocktail as it was quite hot outside! Grapefruit Mimosa hit the spot and Hubble had a hazy IPA. Appetizer was scrumptious... BBQ egg rolls yummy-O. Thank you, Carly, our server at the bar! She's a hustler! read more

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Amazing first experience at Scratch! A friend and I came for lunch on Black Friday. It was busy but we snagged two bar seats. It's beautifully decorated and much bigger inside than it seems. There's also patio seating for warmer days. Parking may be a tad tricky at peak times but they do have a shared lot with the place next door. There's also street parking and other downtown Cary lots nearby. My friend had one of the seasonal mocktails and added Apple Patron at the bartender's suggestion. Outstanding! For lunch I had the Pork Belly Tacos and a side salad. This was a huge portion for the price and for an app! You get 3 nice size tacos for $13. The pork belly had an amazing flavor and texture. My friend had the BLT and raved over it all day. She said it was the best she has ever had! I had a bite so I can vouch for such a tall statement. I loved the green tomato with the chopped bacon. The service was super quick despite how busy it was. I'm extremely impressed and will definitely be back! read more

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While my previous dinner experiences at the Apex location have been enjoyable, my brunch experience at the Cedar St. location in Cary this morning was extremely disappointing. We ordered the breakfast burrito and the breakfast skillet, both of which were inedible. The dishes consisted entirely of undercooked potatoes. When I informed our server of the issue and explained that I could only take one bite, she appeared indifferent and did not offer to remove the items from our bill. Furthermore, we were seated in the back of an otherwise empty restaurant near the restrooms, and we noticed a significant issue with flies in the dining area and no paper towels or toilet paper in the restroom. Given our previous positive experiences with your brand, this visit was very unexpected. We will stick to the Apex location for future visits after this horrible experience. read more

Dropped by based in fellow Yelpers' reviews and was not disappointed. Excellent service from the time you enter the door. The menu has a wide variety that can please anyone. My wife started off with a Bloody Mary. It was really good and a nice kickoff for brunch. I had been craving a Dutch Baby and they happened to have one on their menu. I ordered with no hesitation and could not have been more pleased. It was absolutely delicious! Can't recommend them enough! read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Apex Bloody Mary - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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If i could give a 1/2 star i would... I understand that sundays at restaurants can be busy. However, watching multiple servers walk by and touch several tables around you and NOONE even stops by to say, "I'll be right with you" is just unacceptable. We sat, waited and watched for close to 10 minutes before we decided to get up and go next door. On our way out I let the hostess know that no one had stopped by our table and we were going's elsewhere to eat, she just shrugged her shoulders and said okay. WOW! No, I'm sorry, no let me try and fix that for you, just shoulder shrug and move on. We won't be trying this restaurant again. PS. The BBQ place next door was awesome! ;) JH read more

The food was excellent, especially the steak, which was incredibly well marinated and full of flavor. The Bloody Mary was great, and the shrimp appetizer was delicious. We also had the cheese and grits, which were rich and really well done. Donovan was a fantastic server who was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Firecracker shrimp. Bloody Mary. Crabcake Benedict. - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Great southern inspired restaurant located in the Cary area! The restaurant has an indoor and outdoor area. They do not take reservations and were packed early on a Saturday evening. There was no wait at the bar, so my husband and I ate up there. The service started off a little slow at the bar because they just had another bartender arrive to help out. It took maybe 10ish minutes for them to take our order, but food came out QUICK. The bartenders were very friendly and apologetic over the wait. I ordered the truffle mac & cheese burger with fries. Food was a perfect portion. The mac & cheese was really good and I would definitely order that again on its own. Parking is very limited. Be prepared to walk if you can't get a spot in front of the restaurant. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Low Country Pad Thai - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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It was delicious. Service was wonderful The portions were large , prices were great . I would go back again and again read more

Amazing experience here! Annie, our server, was very efficient and attentive. They gave us complimentary Chex Mix that was alright, though the wasabi peas are my fave. I ordered the Cast Iron Chicken, and it was absolutely delectable. The skin was crispy, the chicken not too dry, and the Brussels sprouts and squash were fantastic! The sauce was incredible as well. My partner got a Mac and cheese burger that was good, but my order was definitely better. The second time we came, I tried their salmon with risotto and my boyfriend got shrimp and grits. His grits were incredible! My salmon was okay; liked the chicken better by a lot. We came back after a long time and Caroline was the bartender. She was very attentive and friendly! Also very efficient. I had the shrimp po boy, which had the most amazing slaw on it. The shrimp was fine, a little sweet. The crab dip is also very creamy and delicious! Ambiance is family friendly and nice! read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Fried chicken salad - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Cool and Casual place with friendly staff and good food. I had a cauliflower app and Cuban sandwich. Both good. Beer options were nice also. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Cauliflower App - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

This was a very cute restaurant that has a wide variety of food on their menu. Food: what I got mediocre at best. I got the shrimp po boy that said it was fried, but there was absolutely no breading or hint of fried in my opinon... it was small shrimp, some of which were not fully cooked, that were coated in a good, tangy sauce. The Carolina slaw also could have used a lot more sauce. Service: sweet and decent, but could be more attentive. We were seated outside and never once got our water refilled. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Shrimp po boy with Carolina slaw - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

DA OUTSKIRTS!!!!! Dats the new happening spots. Better errthing out there. All the m.e.a.t. (money energy, attention, time) dese metro cities get in time transfers to these outer cities and towns. In time, these towns keep their character and mystique along with the financial gains and give us the perfect marriage of small town and metro. And that's Cary NC n a nutshell. DA OUTSKIRTS!!! Usually the first place I look on yelp when I recon a new city I bouta visit. I come outta to the Lenovo center for an event. Wanted to grab grub otw out. Yelp say go holla @ my frenzy @ scratch, so we outjo. Scratch is placed off n da cut of picturesque downtown Cary. Where everyone knows each other. We had a 20 min wait on a table so we moazy on down the street to the local bakery to get some goodies. Older couple car broke down in the middle of the street. We helped with pushing about two blocks down the street. Got a good workout in before the meal and blended right in as the local folks. Lol. Got back in time for the green light of our tables. Our table was in the back so scanning people's tables and looking @ the food had Ray Charles assuring me in my ear. YOU GOT THE RIGHT BAABY!!!!! Ummm him!! DA OUTSKIRTS!!!! Da pictured on yelp looked amazing and does reality. Lol. The menu is crazy. We started off with smoked pimento cheese wontons, and chicken in buns app. EXCELLENT!!!! Wontons are perfect. Rich homemade type buns with the chicken. Wontons comes laid on plate laced with half sauce, half oil. We ordered, philly sammuch, potato salad, the blue noodles and brisket (blue cheese sauce) shrimp tacos, truffle fries. Dabomb.com!!!! Everything they mad is perfectly crafted your gonna hear your taste buds will be reacting just reading the menu. DEY EVEN GOT A MENU ITEM RECOGNIZING US....DA LOW COUNTRY!!! HahaaaHH!!! CHARLESTON....WE OUTJA!!!! WE FAMOUS!!!! DA OUTSKIRTS!!! Leaving out with stomachs filled to capacity we did a final walk thru town. Stumbled on a park full of people and pets. This was so amazing to see. One part of the park was just for pets with every dog looking like award winning high maintenance bff's. With the lil gymnast equipment you see them prancing on in dog shows. One big section for adults just hanging and catching up on local gossip. So crowded. Underneath the roofing were a few fires going and it looks like they even had a bar. WOW!!!!! And there was a section where kids were having their play dates. Passing by the local car mechanic on the main street, just a lil 2 car lift set up. Everything about this pace reminds me of Mayberry. Lol. I LOVE IT!!! Raleigh Durham is cool but I think from now on when I come out this way I'm going to be coming out here. DA OUTSKIRTS!!!! read more

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This place is delicious! Came here for dinner while here for a work course. Not too busy at 6 pm on a Friday so we were able to get sat right away. Food was great. Dessert was to die for. Our server was good and attentive. Small parking lot and people parking on the street got tickets in certain areas so be careful about that. Would definitely come back again! read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

We had a good time at Scratch. I ordered the bibimbap bowl. It was $18, a seared rice bowl with steak, spinach, carrots, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and an over easy egg served with spicy bib sauce. The bowl itself was pretty good, and a beautiful presentation. The server was very busy as we had a party of 7, a lot of things (drinks, sauces, tableware, etc.) were forgotten. However, we understood it was busy and things happen. Overall, it was a good time and we enjoyed sitting outside on a nice day. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - Bibimbap bowl - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Came in on a Friday night. Parking was pretty easy and the wait wasn't too bad. We had great cocktails from the holiday menu. The pork belly appetizer was great but definitely had a kick to it. It was a pretty large portion for two people. The curry pad Thai was great and flavorful. The seafood boil lo mein was interesting flavor profile. It had a sweet taste to it because of the sauce but I was hoping for more savory flavor profile like a seafood boil. While I will definitely be back I don't think I will get that dish again. read more

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Nice cocktail list, and food selections are amazing comfort foods, and new ideas for classic meals. The service was wonderful. Making sure our meal was just right. The atmosphere is casual. But it's upscale casual. (If that's a thing. lol) cloth napkins, to serve biscuit Benedict. read more

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom - American Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I really enjoyed our stop here! On our way to harrahs in Cherokee we randomly picked a place that sounded good and scratch was the winner!!!! My favorite was the pork belly brussel sprouts. I think brussel sprouts in general are so underrated and these were delicious! The bibimbop bowl was so good although I could've done without the spinach. Get the dessert just get it lol they were so tasty and good and I want some as a write this lol! We sat at the bar our service was great. Our bartender gave us all the right suggestions. This place is moderny and vibey. Decorated really cute. I'll go back if I'm ever in the area again!!! read more

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Love the ambiance and the food is always delicious. The staff welcomes you warmly and the wait is not long even on a weekend.

I couldn't believe this place was packed for lunch on a Friday. I guess the word got out about the good food and drinks! The BLT was super delicious. read more

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High quality ingredients and hearty meals. Super friendly service. Tastes home made with a little zazz. We got the breakfast burrito, steak skillet, chicken dutch pancake and veggie skillet - everyone was really happy with their meal. Vibes are airy, family friendly, and down home. Solid! read more

Conveniently located near Bond Brothers brewery this restaurant offers several unique menu options. We ended up making a selection of multiple appetizers. We ordered them one at a time like tapas style. We started with Green Tomatoes stacks (Coconut-Coated Fried Green Tomatoes with Layers of Red Pepper Jam and Coconut-Scallion Cream). All those flavors together were amazing. Then we had the Seared Scallops. Two orange-glazed seared scallops on root vegetable puree with arugula and fennel slaw and a pomegranate tamarind dressing. Then we finished off with Crispy Pork Belly Bites Tossed with Brussels Sprouts in A Thai-Chili Hoisin Glaze, Topped with Scallion Slaw and Sesame Seeds. But we managed to have room for dessert. The Coco Seduction did not disappoint. Everything was delicious and enjoyed a bottle of wine as well. It was a little noisy inside, but outside was perfect. Service was perfect and our waitress worked with our ordering style. read more

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Every visit to Scratch Kitchen & Taproom reminds me why I love supporting local spots that do it right consistently. The service is always warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly def. can tell the staff takes pride in what they do. The food? Fantastic, especially the biscuits are comfort perfection, and the mac and cheese is next-level rich, and pure soul food bliss. And I have to give a special shoutout to their bubbly selection the champagne and sparkling options are great. Scratch Kitchen & Taproom manages to feel both elevated and down-to-earth, thoughtful dishes, and a team that truly cares. Can't wait for my next visit! read more