Scratch Public House

“Always drive by this place on my way home.”

Always drive by this place on my way home. Gave it a try and was not disappointed. Very good tavern style pizza 10/10 in my books. Close to my home so I’ll be visiting more often.

Cardae Cobb

Jun 2025

“Super clean neighborhood pub with great food and great service.”

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! 👍

Michelle Pierce

Mar 2025

“My first time here and it was fabulous.”

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!

Rachelle Zola

Jan 2025

“We stopped in on a Saturday evening and had no wait time.”

We stopped in on a Saturday evening and had no wait time. The inside was cute, and they had many big screen tvs with the cubs game on. About 30 minutes after we arrived, there was also an acoustic set that started playing. We went to order a few things, but after ordering, we're told they were out (a total of 3 items). Since this was our first time, I am not sure if that was common or not. It wasn't a huge deal to us as they had very similar items for substitute. We ordered the poutine, which was very yummy. A Panzerotti (fried) and the classic cheeseburger with the house made vegan burger. All of the above were delicious and better than we anticipated. I often get vegetarian substitutes, and they can be hit or miss. The house made vegan burger was so flavorful and tasty! They have specials everyday of the week and trivia nights as well. Our server was very attentive. If we are in the area again, we would definitely come back.

B Rivera

May 2024

“Awesome cod fish fry!!”

Awesome cod fish fry!!! Met old friends. Had a fantastic experience. Open atmosphere and outside seating

Brian Del Carlo

May 2024

“Just came by for drinks.”

Just came by for drinks. Jeremy provided great service. The guitarist was excellent. Came back and Jason provided great service

Anders Stubkjaer

Feb 2024

“Glad to see that the Scratch folks are not leaving Madison.”

Glad to see that the Scratch folks are not leaving Madison. I had their Cuban sandwich on Saturday night... fantastic meal! It doesn't come on traditional Cuban bread, but makes up for it with perfect execution on their own french roll. Really tasty offering. They moved out the pool tables too - that's a positive and a negative.

Ed Miranda

Aug 2023

“If you're near Oak Park looking for a local spot for good burgers and beer this is your place.”

If you're near Oak Park looking for a local spot for good burgers and beer this is your place. Our group of three had the chorizo fries, hamburger, chicken sandwich and salad... the burger and fries were the favs of course. Would love to try the other types of starters though next time. Fries were plentiful for all three too! Service was great, and it was a nice day outside so with their doors open and fans on, it was a welcoming chill and comfortable ambience. My hubby said their soundtrack was killer, and said they won him over completely (played deftones to classic rock to country).

Elida Solis

Sep 2018

“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 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.

Toccara James (Coach Cara)

Oct 2024

“Scratch Public House, located in the space previously occupied by Slanche, has quickly established...”

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.

Thomas Holland

May 2024

“Went to a party at their upstairs local.”

Went to a party at their upstairs local. It was great. The food was really tasty.

Clarisa Amoa-Van Zant

May 2024

“This place was very good and the food was yummy .”

This place was very good and the food was yummy ! I would definitely come back!

Seilah Feliciano

Apr 2024