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The Scratch Kitchen & Anthracite Room
1335 N River St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, United States
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The Scratch Kitchen & Anthracite Room
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Jo
Review №1

So yes, there are other reviews about the ceiling falling in the banquet room and the floor coming up. That honestly isnt an issue. The service was real good and the portions were solid. Prices are affordable as well.Now the negative. I dont know if they use MSG or just a ton of salt with everything (even the bread was salty), but it put both of us down for the afternoon. I have drank two gallons of water this afternoon/evening to clear myself up. If you arent sensitive to this, the food is good. If you are, beware.

Mi
Review №2

You shouldn’t leave this place hungry. Very good food with big portions and friendly service.Not a lot of lighter options on the menu. Great spot for a hearty breakfast.The short rib omelette is a must try. Savory and filling.**The breakfast burrito can feed two.

An
Review №3

I’m from TN and decided to stop here for a quick breakfast meal and all I can say is WOW food was delicious and definitely filled me up. Highly recommend this place for anyone that wants some amazing tasting food made from scratch

St
Review №4

My husband and I go for breakfast at least once a week. Incredible breakfast choices, have never heen disappointed. Today I had a surprise 75th Birthday breakfast for my mom, had 15 people invited. The waitress and service was spectacular. The fact that they got all 15 meals out at the same time is true talent, especially because the diner was packed. Not sure if it was the owner or the chef that came out to see whos birthday it was and offered a dessert on the house. Highly recommend for breakfast or a special gathering.

Li
Review №5

Stopped in for a Sunday early morning breakfast. I had the marscapone cheese and strawberry brioche french toast...delish! Also had the corned beef hash made fresh Evey morning. Perfectly crisp and soft but not a fan of the red and green sweet peppers. They tended to overpower the dish. Would have preferred it without them. A bit more sweet onion and a little less salt would have been great too. Hubby had the basic 2 egg hash brown and ham off the none breakfastPlease note they do not have the typical diner combo breakfast. Everything is separate so it makes the price a bit more than your typical Diner breakfast. The only complaint he had was the ham was not a good quality off the bone cut. It was a ham steak from a typical football type ham and very salt. With a little tweaking I would give it 5 stars. The staff was very kind and the place super clean. Not a bad find on the fly.

Jo
Review №6

Had breakfast. Waitress was very pleasant but very slow to refill coffee, had to ask. Food was reasonably priced. The only thing I would say is that it was extremely greasy.

Lo
Review №7

Large selection of breakfast items. Very meat-oriented. Would have appreciated more veggie type omelette choices and an option for GF toast. Home fries were undercooked. Coffee was smooth. Waitress was excellent! Service with a smile 😁

Jo
Review №8

Price is high for the condition of the dining room, but the food was excellent, service was good. Second time going was disappointing. Food quality was not great and wait for food was much longer. I was relayed a message from management that the food was made the same as it always is and if they remade it, it would come out the same. Wont be going back. The dining room tablecloths are disgusting, ceiling is falling in places and floor is peeling up in places.

Me
Review №9

My fiancé and I had brunch here on a Sunday and had a wonderful experience! The Banana Bread French Toast and the Eggs Benedict were delicious! Our server was friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back!

Fr
Review №10

Really nice place. I have had lunch there twice this week, great meals both times. It is an amazing menu with lots of out-of-the ordinary meals. Very friendly staff.

bo
Review №11

Excellent food only down fall they should stay open longer instead of going to the casino

Ch
Review №12

This place was really busy. I would rate our food as OK. I had the biscuits and sausage gravy with 2 eggs. Although there was plenty of sausage, the sausage and gravy was bland. My fried eggs were ok, almost seemed poached than fried. My wife ordered a breakfast special of french toast and ham. She said the french toast was over cook on one side and barely cooked on the reverse side. You can make your own decision on the small paper thin piece of ham.

Th
Review №13

A great place for breakfast. I wish it was bigger because it is so popular.

Sa
Review №14

We shared a pulled beef BBQ sandwich with macaroni and cheese in the sandwich and WOW it was amazing and plenty of food for two.

Ch
Review №15

Amazing DinerDecently pricedAmerican Comfort foodGreat wait staffClean friendly place

Re
Review №16

Hands down the best stuffed French toast Ive had in years ! I think.i found my new favorite breakfast location! Also I cant forget to include Kudos to our top notch waitress Alley...service with a smile!

Ly
Review №17

Always an excellent meal here. Their specials menu is always on point.

Ro
Review №18

Had a bite to eat here recently for the first time since it reopened. It was very good. I had the nested egg BLT! It was one of the best BLT sandwiches Ive had in a long time. I recommend this restaurant.

bu
Review №19

We go to both restaurants but mostly to Anthracite Cafe. First if they are running one of their week long specials like bacon week (the best ever) call for reservations cause the place will be packed. Great craft beef selection and featured cocktails. Even on the nights when you couldnt squeeze another person in (before COVID of course) service was timely, friendly and fun. How many places can have comfort food options like 6 different mac and cheese options, seafood, the best meatloaf, steaks, ribs all on their everyday menu and do them all very well. Then specials that are unique and affordable. I cant say enough about the Anthracite Cafe it is in my top 5 places to go to ever.

Mi
Review №20

Very clean, excellent food, I had the Eggs Benedict, Diner atmosphere, very comfortable and homey. A great place to meet your friends and chat over a meal.

Ri
Review №21

Food was great and lots of it. Server Anne was fantastic, friendly and efficient

Ma
Review №22

Great breakfast,whether you order your basic selection or something unique,you are going to like it. You even have a choice of atmosphere. Sit up front in the diner,or I the spacious quilters back room.

Da
Review №23

We had breakfast it was great.The prices are very fair as well.The ladies come here a lot on there shopping days for lunch as well as dinner, they never once had something negative to say.I would highly recommend this place, family friendly environment.If I had photos of our food I would have posted it, I never think to take photos unless Im writing about a negative experience.

Jo
Review №24

I had the American 3 egg omlette....OMG. Fabulous. The potato casserole it simply delish......

Yt
Review №25

Clean with friendly atmosphere!!! Great food options!!! Unique tastes on the menu...makes ya wanna get something for later!!!

Ga
Review №26

So, I generally like this place, especially for breakfast. Ill even drive out of my way to go there. Last week, however, I could have driven nails with my sausage patties. I never look for a price adjustment, etc. and I managed to eat most of them by soaking in some egg yolks, but when I mentioned it to the waitress, I may as well have told the salt shaker. OK. Finished my breakfast and was checking out.... How was everything? Oh, about 50% so-so. Answer to that??? Nothing. Crickets. Why did you ask? Didnt you want to know why I didnt say good or great? No, I guess you didnt. Then why ask?Youll note I gave 4 stars and thats because I dont judge on one visit or incident. But I do hope that the owner reads this. I believe he cares about his diner and probably should se if his employees do as well.

Mi
Review №27

It was absolutely amazing. The food is really great .And the staff is awesome.

Ro
Review №28

First time, I stopped by, friendly environment, service was good and attentive.Food came out fairly quickly, was hot fresh and delicious. Great 1st time experience, definitely will be back to try some of their delicious looking menu items. Specials are fairly priced.

Je
Review №29

Stopped in here for breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed the food and service. The side of corned beef hash is a must! I’ll definitely be back!

Be
Review №30

My wife and i stopped in for lunch.The waitress that seated us seemed like her job was a burden complaining as she was leading us to our seats that things where to much today.I had the cheese steak it was good but the fries where seasoned .They dont tell you that .With high blood pressure not good.My wife had pork barbq she said it was good she had tater tots with it .They where over cooked. Coffee was burnt and very strong. Menu is not your typical diner food missing a lot of the old-fashioned diner food.Not a big fan of this place .

Ju
Review №31

Fantastic!! Got the 3 egg omelette with short rib, hash browns and provolone cheese. Husband got the Oscars eggs Benedict. Everything was cooked to perfection! Best egg Benedict hands down

El
Review №32

Had breakfast at Scratch. Scrambled eggs were nice and fluffy, breakfast potatoes were cooked perfectly. Will definitely go back!

Sa
Review №33

Great place. Food and staff were awesome

Ma
Review №34

Always excellent! Picture speaks louder than words.

Ry
Review №35

Already loved the Anthracite Cafe; desperately wanted them to open a breakfast/brunch location.Prayers have been answered.

Ma
Review №36

Excellent food and excellent service! Its a favorite restaurant to visit!

Ei
Review №37

First time here and I think I found my new go-to breakfast spot! This used to be Andys Diner. Menu is big and filled with so many amazing breakfast choices. When given a choice of potatoes to go with your breakfast, you can choose from at least 5 different options including onion rings! The potato casserole was cheesy and DELICIOUS! Theres so many meat choices as well, including scrapple (my fave). I order the Short Rib Omellete and it was very flavorful with the perfect amount of meat, cheese and onion. My friend loved her Tony Soprano omelette, which was filled with a bunch of Italian meats and cheese. The service was top notch and our server was very helpful, friendly and attentive. No alcohol served here but I did see something about $4 BYOB Bloody Marys. Cant wait to return!

Da
Review №38

Food was great and waitress was spot on. Definitely a good spot

Lu
Review №39

Good diner menu, Friendly staff and really reasonable prices. Its a go to for me when Im out and need breakfast.

Ch
Review №40

I cant explain how good the food is. I have had almost everything from their menu by now and I am amazed everytime. Weekly specials are phenomenal, regular menu is amazing, staff is prompt and friendly.

Do
Review №41

Atmosphere not so good put in back room feels like your eating in your cellar

Ma
Review №42

Great food and service. Its my favorite Sunday breakfast place

Do
Review №43

Havent had lunch yet but breakfast is good and Im going to assume lunch is also since it brings in recepiies from the anthracite cafe

Ja
Review №44

Every time we go to the Scratch Kitchen we are never disappointed! Their food is so incredibly delicious. Big portions and big flavor! I cant wait to go back and try something else!

Jo
Review №45

I was at a private party and the food was cold gravy was Luke warm . Piggies were hot but did not taste like ground beef.was very disappointed in the food the server’s were not attentive at all.. Because we have eaten at the Other restaurant many times and had never had a bad meal.

Bu
Review №46

Good food at pretty good prices. Not a lot of healthy choices though.

Ma
Review №47

It was the best breakfast Ive ever had this place is duh bomb the waitresses like Emily she was the most informative and she new the menu by heart and with any questions I asked her she new everything that I asked her!! 👌👍This place is a diamond in the rough!! 💯⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ka
Review №48

Cast Iron Skillet waffle is so amazingly good! Must try!

Je
Review №49

Loved it loved it loved it!Food is delicious, place is clean, friendly service. We will be back!!!!!!!!!

ta
Review №50

The pancakes were a bit on the dry sidebut the rest of the food was enjoyable.

Di
Review №51

Great food, great staff and good atmosphere! Highly recommend especially on weekends!

st
Review №52

From the friendly staff to the excellent food and a excellent bloody Mary you just bring your own vodka 👍👍👍

Ka
Review №53

My first time here i thought the food is delicious..I had cannoli pancakes they were amazing..Service was just great..I definitely will be back lots of other things on the menu I like to try

Lo
Review №54

Delicious breakfast & our waitress was EXCELLENT!( Friendly & efficient.)

Sy
Review №55

Food was good, waitress great

Ke
Review №56

Awesome sausage and biscuits

Ch
Review №57

Great homemade food, well done. Nice space in the back for a casual get together, maybe about 30 people can fit comfortably

Su
Review №58

Friendly staff and delicious breakfast

Pa
Review №59

Fantastic food, you will never go away from here hungry.

Lo
Review №60

Food is out of this world I cant explain it to you you just have to go there

He
Review №61

Both establishments have great home made food and wonderful service! It is always clean!

Ge
Review №62

This is a great go to breakfast spot. They have all the usuals but also so many unique dishes. I love the banana bread French toast. It is absolutely amazing and one of my favorites. I recently tried the fruity pebbles French toast and that was also EXCELLENT. My husband loves the meat lovers omlet and the cheese steak omlet. Weve been back several times. Always consistent. They also have a great kids menu for breakfast and lunch. We had takeout lunch as well and everything was packed up great. Its tough to find a restaurant that does both dine and takeout well, but The Scratch Kitchen does it all!

Ch
Review №63

Blueberry pancakes werent the best

Ma
Review №64

Favorite. Wonderful breakfast. Good service.

An
Review №65

Always fantastic

Da
Review №66

This place is great. The food is great, generous helpings and a very good beer selection!

Ca
Review №67

Great breakfast

An
Review №68

Great food and staff!

Be
Review №69

Breafast was Delicious

Ca
Review №70

Food, waitress, and atmosphere is great.

Da
Review №71

Food and service were good. I would definitely return.

Ed
Review №72

Amazing food

De
Review №73

Delicious food reasonable prices nice folks!

Su
Review №74

Great breakfast, good price!

li
Review №75

Very good. Quick service, friendly and delicious food.

Da
Review №76

Delicious food. Large portion. Great staff.

Ca
Review №77

Very good food, very good service

Ca
Review №78

Excellent food and different from the traditional diner food in a great way!!!

Ni
Review №79

Mac and cheese is highly recommended

Bi
Review №80

Table of 5 every dish came out Luke warm/cold at Scratch Kitchen.

Mi
Review №81

Wow! What great food, plus a nice selection.

Sh
Review №82

Great food. Friendly wait staff.

Jo
Review №83

Was just there with family & friends the food & service great

Ka
Review №84

Breakfast was delicious. Lots of space...

An
Review №85

Its just diner food.

Jo
Review №86

Service and food great.

Tr
Review №87

Its not Andys anymore 😪

Gr
Review №88

Fantastic food!

Mi
Review №89

Great food friendly staff

Ke
Review №90

First time there breakfast was fabulous wait staff amazing will go there all the time now 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

Da
Review №91

Very friendly staff

Ke
Review №92

Food over cooked and luke warm

Ro
Review №93

A marvelous time.

Ci
Review №94

Very good,

Ke
Review №95

YUM ABSOLUTE YUM

Gi
Review №96

Great Great food!

Ma
Review №97

Great food

Je
Review №98

Excellent food and service

Fr
Review №99

Ok food

Ke
Review №100

Highly recommend!!!

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4.6 Rating
  • Address:1335 N River St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, United States
  • Phone:+1 570-550-9234
Categories
  • Diner
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–2PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–2PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–2PM
  • Thursday:7AM–2PM
  • Friday:7AM–2PM
  • Saturday:7AM–2PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
Offerings
  • Comfort food:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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