san Jose Restaurant Scratch Cookery Draws Crowds with Spicy Chicken & Comfort Food
SAN JOSE, CA – A new eatery in downtown San jose is quickly gaining a following for its expertly fried chicken and inventive comfort food menu. Scratch Cookery, located at 30 Fountain Alley #150, offers a unique dining experience centered around a signature spicy chicken sandwich, alongside a selection of craft beers and classic sides.
The restaurant,featured in a recent San José spotlight report,aims to provide high-quality,approachable food in a casual setting. Its popularity signals a continued appetite for locally-owned businesses and flavorful dining options in the heart of Silicon Valley. Scratch Cookery’s success demonstrates the enduring appeal of well-executed comfort food, even as the region navigates a dynamic culinary landscape.
Owner Vu emphasizes a commitment to simplicity and quality. The menu features crispy chicken salads, grilled cheese, and a standout hot tofu sandwich-prepared with the same brining and battering process as the chicken.Diners can also enjoy four-cheese macaroni and cheese, Sidewinder fries (a hybrid of curly fries and wedges), and a diverse range of Original Pattern beers.
“We do our best to keep it simple and make it good,” Vu stated to San José Spotlight. “We believe in our product and I just genuinely love how people react when they try my food.”
Scratch Cookery is open sunday through Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Thursday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m.to 10 p.m. More information can be found on their Instagram page (@scratch.sj) or website: https://scratch-sj.square.site/.
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