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Family-owned, proudly homemade. Come hungry, leave happy.

Made-from-scratch comfort in Plains, PA. Serving breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Home of The Valley’s Most Crave-Worthy Breakfast & Lunch — All Made From Scratch

Made From Scratch

At The Scratch Kitchen, making food from scratch isn’t a slogan — it’s our everyday practice. We prepare our batters, fillings, sauces, and toppings in-house using real ingredients and time-honored methods. The result is a level of freshness and flavor you can taste in every dish, from breakfast classics to our hearty lunch plates.

Signature Breakfast Creations

Our menu blends classic comfort with creative imagination. From cannoli pancakes to fruity pebble French toast, each specialty is crafted with care and just the right amount of fun. These aren’t just breakfast plates — they’re scratch-made experiences you won’t find anywhere else, served alongside a full lineup of lunch favorites.

Casual, Comfortable, and Family-Friendly

Housed in a classic train-car diner with an expanded dining room, we offer a cozy, welcoming space for families, friends, and hungry regulars. Our menu goes beyond breakfast with burgers, signature sandwiches, clubs, and our fan-favorite mac & cheese melts — all served with generous portions, friendly service, and prices that stay easy on the wallet.

Find Us

Where

1335 North River St.
Plains, PA 18702

When

Tuesday – Sunday
7am – 2pm

Our Specialties

A Peek at Some of Our Signature Dishes

Soprano Omelette

Italian Cannoli Cakes

Corned Beef Hash w/ Sunny Side Up Eggs & Potato Casserole

Campfire Chicken Club

Middleswarth Burger

The Short Cheese

The Scratch Kitchen Difference

We don’t take shortcuts.
Every batter, topping, sauce, and filling is made in-house using real ingredients. Fresh strawberries, hand-whipped mascarpone, homemade syrups, slow-cooked sauces — it all adds up to flavor you can’t fake.

“Cinnamon Roll french toast, is absolutely amazing. And you cant beat the prices. What a gem of a diner I found here in my travels. Keep up the amazing work.”

“Great old school diner. Great service, food was excellent! We stopped in and had breakfast here. Don’t see too many places like this around anymore. If you’re around the area, this is a great spot to check out.”

“I had the gut buster omelette and hash browns. The omelette was HUGE and tasty. The waitress was excellent. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in Wilkes Barre.”