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    Coffee (and water in a jar)
    Gerry L.

    I dropped off my car to be detailed at a shop on Kawaiahao Street and was "killing" time before heading to Ward Theater to see a movie at noon. I walked through Ward Centre and the shops across the street looking for a place to have a small meal. My first two choices weren't open yet and I thought to myself, "Why not go to Scratch?" I hadn't been to Scratch since they moved out of Chinatown (a long time ago). I was seated near the rear of the restaurant and ordered coffee while perusing the menu. I vacillated between what I'd ordered before (shrimp and grits) and something new. I ended up choosing the waffle with a side of bacon. I asked my server to have the waffle extra crispy as I do not like a soggy waffle. My food arrived in short order ... My waffle came with whipped butter, blueberries and strawberries on top and a small container of maple syrup on the side. The bacon arrived in a separate metal tray. Unfortunately, the waffle wasn't as crispy as I'd hoped for ... The color was indicative of a crispy waffle, but it was normal. The reason I ask for an extra crispy waffle is that once you spread the butter and apply syrup, the waffle turns soggy quickly, like cereal once milk is added. It's a personal preference; I think the waffle would be fine for most diners. The bacon was fine ... Crisp but not overdone (which would have been fine with me). I enjoyed my meal and would return to try other dishes. Service was fine too.

    Chef's Special Menu 08.01.2025
    Jill F.

    @fortunefoodfinds: "CEREAL-sly so fun! My kids highly enjoyed the Milk n' Cereal Pancakes from SCRATCH KITCHEN located at the South Shore Market in Ward Village. Colorful n' not too sweet, this was just the right keiki-friendly breakfast treat!" Staff: fully staffed Interior: spacious, could easily fit our large stroller Exterior: facing playground at Ward Village Wait time: 15 mins Parking: garage Overall comments: the milk n' cereal pancakes surely got the attention of my kids who had fun eating them! A stack of four pancakes n' comes with a milk syrup on the side. For me, syrup was needed bc the pancakes were on the dry side. Way plenty for one, enough to share n' even have leftovers to take home.

    Cajun Mac n cheese with bacon
    Jennifer C.

    A great date night experience! Food was delicious, flavorful and filling. We ordered: Lilikoi bbq ribs - 5/5! The meat was cooked to perfection! It was so tender and fell off the bone. Delicious is an understatement. Highly recommend! Cajun Mac n cheese with bacon - another 5/5! Came out in a skillet, hot and perfectly seasoned. Scratch burger - we asked for medium and got that! The double patty was juicy and I loved the chipotle aioli! Oh! And I can't forget about the rosemary garlic smashed potato fries. Yum! Service was quick! We went around 5 on a Sunday evening and sat down immediately -- there's outdoor tables and tons of seating inside with a view of the kitchen.

    Robyn L.

    We came a bit before noon on a Friday (while on vacation) and although it was pretty busy, there were still a couple tables available. There was plenty of free parking in the shopping plaza parking structure. Our server was very friendly and helpful, although service in general seemed to be a bit slow. I had the Milk and cereal pancakes which were really good, it seemed like the milk they gave on the side was condensed milk which had a nice flavor. My husband had the Korean pulled pork sandwich (I believe it was one of the specials). He liked it but said the Gochujang flavor wasn't as strong as he expected. We also shared the Deep fried devil eggs which were super tasty, and made us wonder how exactly they deep fried the eggs. Overall we had a good brunch here (although some of the menu items seemed a bit pricey).

    CRISPY BRUSSELS
    Lovey Y.

    Wow! I'm extremely amazed by this restaurant. Came here for brunch with my girls and they recommended this restaurant. I loved the opening seating concept and being able to see them prepare your food. They also had outdoor seating. The servers were super attentive to all our needs and made sure we had a pleasant stay throughout our entire visit. I tried a little of everything since I like to eat off everyone's plate & try different dishes at a new restaurant. Everything was delicious and portions were good. I really can't wait to come here again but for their dinner menu instead.

    Shrimp po boy. Very little shrimp. Mostly bread and lettuce. Definitely not proportionate. And I was hungry again 2 hours later.
    Shari T.

    Went on a Sunday for lunch. Was told the wait would be 45 minutes, but got a text message in 25 minutes that a table was ready I like that they had that system set up. It took a while for someone to come and take our order, but that was OK . What really bothered me was the marked difference in time that they brought the dishes out. I ordered shrimp po boy and my friend ordered the burger. I was surprised that they didn't ask how she wanted the burger cooked. When it did finally come it was well done. if you prefer your burger medium, make a point to ask about that. The Po Boy came out pretty fast. My friend's burger came out when I was almost done eating my meal. It's really awkward to only have one dish at the table. Do you wait for the other dish to come and let your food get cold or do you eat while the other person watches you eat? I suspect her burger was given to the table next to us. They were seated after we had placed our orders, but the lady got a burger before everyone else at her table and before my friend got her burger. I regret not ordering the milk and cereal pancakes and perhaps I ordered the wrong thing, but I was really disappointed in the Po Boy. There was so much bread that the filling was inadequate. Lettuce filled most of the bread. There was a stingy scattering of small pieces of battered and fried shrimp and pickled onions sitting atop the mound of lettuce. This is definitely a dish I would not order again. I was hungry again two hours later. I really hoped I would like this place. Maybe I'll try again but with a different dish.

    Chicken sandwich and SCRATCH BENEDICT
    Jonathan T.

    Scratch was a lively and modern atmosphere with quick service. The chicken sandwich was flavorful and large. It needed a little extra sauce which I asked for on the side. The scratch Benedict with Kahlua pork needed some hot sauce which our server offered. I would recommend getting the yuzu lemonade, very refreshing! Keep in mind they include a 4% kitchen service fee and they need the whole party to be there before seating.

    Chicken and waffles with eggs. Great flavor, I'd leave the eggs off next tome.
    Ramiro H.

    Food is prepared in front of you with the open kitchen concept and the stiffness really welcoming. Food came out looking great and taste dud not disappoint! Menu has a ton of stuff so we'll be back to try more.

    Lina C.

    Love this neighborhood gem serving delicious and unique food. Tasty escargot, Cajun garlic shrimp, bone marrow, lemonade, and save room for the milk n'cereal pancakes! They can make the pancakes for dinner time too, perfect for dessert. Friendly service and free parking.

    Mushroom Medley Grits $13
    Shay F.

    Now that I'm a mom, I appreciate the availability of high chairs, foods toddlers can eat, and the speed at which food is delivered. This place had it all. I got the mushroom grits. Yum. The kidlets got garlic rice and scrambled eggs. Everyone was happy. Free easy parking too!

    Mikey H.

    We just had a smashburger and a birria quesadilla, but what we really wanted were espresso martinis! Scratch's are some of the best! The perfect balance of two elements that we love!! We also shared a seared ahi salad which was alright this time around. Maybe my taste buds were off, but it didn't taste like the last time. We also had the waffle and mixed berries which was delicious! But again, the martinis are our favorite! Service was great! Always friendly and courteous, and they didn't mind how long we were there! Mahalo again Scratch!

    Calentado  Barbacoa, two sunny island eggs, garlic rice, chimichurri $24
    Nolan A.

    Had a quick brunch at around 9:30, When we arrived there were a lot of seats available and we were able to get seated without a reservation. I initially tried to order the CRABK CAKE BENEDICT but was told they couldn't do it, second option was SCRATCH BENEDICT couldn't do that either so maybe they didn't have the hollandaise. I asked what was popular and the waitress suggested "SPICY SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN N' WAFFLE, BRULEE'D FRENCH TOAST or the CALENTADO" my friend and I decided to share so we got the chicken and waffles and calentado. We enjoyed both dishes, but I think the chicken and waffles would be the dish I would order again. The chicken wasn't oily and the waffle was good, the waffles were a little on the soft side but still cooked through.

    Deep Fried Deviled Eggs
    Kisha P.

    So good and big potions we couldn't even finish our food. Also the music they play is great! Good food, good environment, good people! Oh we also ordered fried deviled eggs which we never tried before so so good hope we can find that in Texas.

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    Ask the Community - Scratch Kitchen

    Do you serve any gluten-free pancakes or gluten-free waffles? Or gluten-free pastas?

    Unfortunately we don’t at this moment. But I think it’s a great idea!

    Can I make a reservation at this location for brunch?

    Yes on OpenTable I believe

    Do you have any gluten-free items on your menu?

    Yes they do! And the staff was quite knowledgeable.

    What time does brunch end?

    4 or 5ish

    Can you bring wine corkage fee?

    Fee is $25 I think

    Is this place doing indoor dining during Covid?

    It was in mid- June 2021

    Are there gluten free options or dishes that CAN be made gluten free?

    Yes! Great grits plates.

    Where is the parking lot in this location?

    Scratch Kitchen is at Ward. South Shore Shopping Center (The Rack. TJ Max. Eden in Love. Etc.) You can Park in the parking garage behind restaurant for Free. Walk through Mall to get to the front of the Scratch Kitchen entrance street side.

    What are the brunch hours on the weekend?

    Brunch hours on the weekend is from 8am to 5pm

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yes!

    Is brunch served every day?

    Hello Nikki, Yes brunch serves everyday from 9am to 3pm , 8am to 3pm every Saturday and Sunday

    Do they have a lunch menu, or is it part of the brunch menu?

    The brunch menu serves also as the lunch menu, they are one in the same.

    Do they still do their Taco Tuesday special?

    I don't think so

    I have been trying to call for over a week. There is either a busy signal or it rings 10+ with no answer. Any suggestions?

    From what I gather from their IG account (@scratch_wardhi) they are temporarily closed as of June 30 due to a family emergency. They said they would update on all of their social media outlets. That's all I know.

    Can we make reservations online? Also, how far in advance can I make a reservation?

    They do not take reservations for lunch but they do take reservations for dinner. You may also call when you're heading over to see how long of a wait it may be but not sure if they'll write you down on a list. The food is so delicious that it's… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    When I called for brunch, was told they don't take reservations, but do for dinner

    What are the details on their happy hour? I know it's from 5pm to 6pm, but unsure what's included.

    Here's a link to our latest happy hour menu on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/p/BgVMJy5gV3i/

    Over an hour &half wait is it worth it?

    Here's a trick. Plan your visit around having to go to TJ Max or Nordstrom Rack. First put your name on the wait list then go do your shopping. They will call you on your mobile phone when your table is almost ready.… Read more

    Is the dinner menu the same as their lunch menu?

    No. The dinner menu is like a Southern Table menu with delicious and well-plated dishes such as: Smoked salmon Deviled Eggs, pork loin w/smoked green chili mac n'cheese & collards, oyster roast w/chorizo & Creole red beans & rice.

    Is it dog-friendly?

    PLEASE, leave your non-service pets at home. Mahalo EVERY other diner.

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    2.4 mi
    $$

    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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