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Scratch, Pittsburgh, PA

Scratch

4.7 (841)
$31 to $50
American
1720 Lowrie St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
Scratch & Co remains open for business. Given the recent blooming of Covid-19 cases in Allegheny County, we will be requiring proof of being fully vaccinated by CDC standards for our dine in services with the exception of those who have had covid in the past 90 days.

This policy was put in place in the interest of our friends & family, and began enforcement beginning 12/31/21. We would like to thank all of our guests for their support.

All staff will be working in the restaurant adherent to the same vaccination policy and will be wearing masks at all times, as well.

In the Troy Hill neighborhood on Pittsburgh's Northside, Scratch & Co serves as a haven for those in search of a regionally-inspired dining experience who don’t want to deal with pretense.

We strive to strike that elusive balance of comfort and creativity in a space that is designed to set you at ease, whether you are here to dine, shop, or take in some Pittsburgh-based art.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 251-0822
  • Website
    http://www.scratchandcopgh.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your event to your specifications. Please contact don via email at hello@scratchandcopgh.com to discuss.
  • Private party facilities
    The BarSeats up to 50Hand-made booths and a bar made from recycled flooring with a vein of anthracite coal running down its center.Our bar is perfect for any number of occasions: from happy hours to fundraising activity, to more refined experiences.
  • Location
    1720 Lowrie St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Froman
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The Port Authority Transit number 4 stops just across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 841 people are saying

Scratch reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

841 Reviews

  1. Isaac

    Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best food and service you can find in Pittsburgh!

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  2. SherriB

    Pittsburgh / Western PA18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, nice ambience, really wonderful service. Will definitely come back.

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  3. Allie VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Scratch continues to be a go to for comfort food. Eclectic interior isn't super cozy and worked better pre-COVID. Felt safe and able to distance from other diners. Service was excellent this time.

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  4. ManEatFood

    Pittsburgh / Western PA3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I have mixed feelings about this place. Let me first start by saying the service was great and they made things right. Cocktails are pretty good as well, although pricey. That aside, I feel this establishment either needs to A) Knock down their prices for food and drinks about 30% or B) up the portion size and food quality. I frequent butterjoint, Sullivans, Butcher & the Rye, Tambellinis, etc., which are all about the same price range and provide much more satisfaction. Several things missed the target at our table, and while I feel they were adequately remedied by our server, the issues take root in the kitchen and are not the servers responsibility. A 6 oz filet is not equivalent to two 2 oz pieces. All the potatoes at our table were cold, and proteins over cooked. There’s potential here, but something has to change to reach its full potential.

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  5. Melissa

    Montreal / Quebec2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Scratch and it was an all around excellent experience! Food was delicious and perfect portion size. Wine was good and our server was casual but attentive. Staff were all friendly and they had a great playlist going (but not too loud). I will definitely go back and highly recommend Scratch!

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  6. SouthHillsDiner

    Pittsburgh / Western PA4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 23, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday Brunch. Liked the jazz band but was a little loud and could not hear others talking. The service was just okay. Wish the servers would have been a little more attentive to the tables. The food was good, but for the price the serving portions were small.

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  7. KelseyG

    Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 23, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Scratch had an awesome jazz band playing for our brunch which was a pleasant surprise!

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  8. HoneyH

    Pittsburgh / Western PA12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing time at Scratch. Our waitress was great, so pleasant and helpful. The food was great, didn’t hear a single bad review from all nine of us. We tried almost everything on the menu between us and loved it all. Felt safe with their Covid policy. Couldn’t say enough good things about it

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  9. JudyR VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The four of us remarked the food was delicious and the choices and ingredients were fresh and different. We all had the strip steak and the chocolate dessert and olive oil cake. Eating hear is always an adventure. The seevice is always friendly!

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  10. TRajS

    Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review

    3.0

    Dined on January 15, 2022

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Bakery side is not worth it as far as ambience, and food (veg) is okay. Drinks were great! Service was great!

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Scratch is rated 4.7 stars by 841 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Pittsburgh / Western PA
  4. Pittsburgh
  5. Downtown

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1720 Lowrie St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Froman
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    The Port Authority Transit number 4 stops just across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.scratchandcopgh.com/
  • Phone number
    (412) 251-0822
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your event to your specifications. Please contact don via email at hello@scratchandcopgh.com to discuss.
  • Private party facilities
    The BarSeats up to 50Hand-made booths and a bar made from recycled flooring with a vein of anthracite coal running down its center.Our bar is perfect for any number of occasions: from happy hours to fundraising activity, to more refined experiences.

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