Scratch Public House - Forest Park, Illinois

Yadriel C.

Realmente bueno, gran atencion y deliciosa toda la comida . Se los recomiendo a todos.

Lance C.

Food was delicious. Bartender was warm, welcoming and attentive. Ordered the pizza Mac 10/10 and the chef special chicken Vesuvius 10/10. Portion sizes was great. Drinks were delicious as well. Definitely coming back💯

Michelle P.

Super clean neighborhood pub with great food and great service. I came in for a late afternoon meal and wasn’t at all disappointed with the decision. I sat at the bar and got the spicy Italian sausage sandwich along with a spicy Bloody Mary. Johnny the bartender was very personable and checked to make sure I was 100% satisfied with the drink he had special made using the house made Bloody Mary mix. The place has pleasant staff, is nicely decorated and the food is great …. I highly recommend it! 👍

Toccara J. (. C.

The food was ok, I had a burger, and it was cooked too hard, so they took it back and re-did it for me. The fries were good, just under seasoned. The pickle fries were really good.

James P.

This is an excellent place for pub food. Everything they make is exceptional. No frozen or sub par quality ingredients here. I also love how they make all their condiments in house like their tartar sauce, marinara and even their ketchup! The food has been a 10/10 every time I've come here.

Thomas H.

Scratch Public House, located in the space previously occupied by Slanche, has quickly established itself as a lively spot with a welcoming vibe and excellent outdoor seating. The ambiance is inviting, making it a great place to unwind with friends or enjoy a casual night out.

The food is generally solid, though the Parmesan truffle fries could use a bit more seasoning. As for the drinks, the gin fiz fell short of expectations, especially given its price. As a regular gin enthusiast, I found it lacking in both flavor and finesse. I was anticipating a flavorful drink with a few botanical notes but it tasted like a well gin with a breath of lemon.

On a positive note, the service at Scratch Public House is commendable. The waitress was not only attentive but also genuinely kind, contributing positively to the overall experience. While the visit didn’t completely wow me, the combination of good service and a great atmosphere makes it worth a visit, especially if you’re in the mood for some well-prepared fries and a friendly environment.

Rachelle Z.

My first time here and it was fabulous! All of it! The Service - thank you Graeme! The food! The atmosphere! And the added bonus of live music! I will be back!

Eric

I would return for a beer, but the problem is there are a dozen places for beer on the way.

The food wasn't anything to write home about. The regular smash burger was dry, which is a shame. The pickles could be better. They faintly have a vinegar hit, heavy dill, and too sweet. Almost like a bread and butter pickle, which in my opinion has no business on a burger. You want that hit off acid if you aren't putting a sauce on there to compensate. Dry, dry, dry.

The smash burger done the French onion way was ok. They probably make a good French onion soup based on the flavor.

I love seeing who has good gooey cheese curds and these aren't them. They were bland and just warm. I didn't get that fresh from the fryer feeling.