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Scratchboard Kitchen

Scratchboard Kitchen Scratchboard Kitchen is an American restaurant located on W. Campbell Street in Arlington Heights that specializes in scratch-made, locally sourced breakfast and lunch items. They are now open for dinner and offer half-priced bottles of wine. Reservations can be made online or over the phone, and walk-ins are welcome when available. Don't forget to book your weekend brunch ahead of time!

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05/26/2026

All sunshine and rainbows over here today ☀️

Come enjoy this gorgeous patio day with us today!

05/24/2026

We love Sunday nights at Scratchboard! Get our best selling fried chicken sandwich and a local craft beer for just $15 every Sunday night.

We hope to see you!

05/22/2026

Scratch-made poptarts are wildly impractical. So obviously we do it anyway.

Hand-cut dough. Fillings made from local farm fruit. Seasonal flavors.

Because the best things are the things that take the most care.

Our current flavor features blueberry filling and streusel topping. Available daily in limited quantities until sold out.

What flavors are you hoping to see this summer?

**HALF-PRICE WINE THURSDAY**In case you forgot: every bottle of wine at Scratchboard is half-price on Thursdays. Conside...
05/21/2026

**HALF-PRICE WINE THURSDAY**

In case you forgot: every bottle of wine at Scratchboard is half-price on Thursdays. Consider this your excuse not to cook tonight. 😉

Plus, spring flavors are at their peak right now.
Current menu obsessions:
🍓 Burrata + strawberries + chili crisp
🌱 Spring peas + crisp asparagus
🍝 Seasonal pasta with crispy artichokes + pea shoots
🥑 Avocado toast with strawberries + burrata butter
🍗 Fried Chicken & Grits is BACK

Looking for a more immersive experience? Our Spring Tasting Menu is available nightly (with advanced booking) as a multi-course love letter to the best flavors of the Midwest this season.

Peak spring only lasts so long. Come enjoy it while it’s here.

Book a table: https://www.opentable.com/r/scratchboard-kitchen-arlington-heights

Walk-ins are always welcome too. We hope to see you!

05/20/2026

Our Spring Tasting Menu is our love letter to the flavors of Midwest Spring.

Juicy strawberries. Zesty radishes. Sweet spring peas. Rhubarb. Morel mushrooms.

Each course is thoughtfully crafted with peak-season ingredients and paired with wines selected to beautifully complement every flavor.

Because peak Spring is such a fleeting season, this menu will only be here for a short time.

Now booking nightly via “Experiences” on OpenTable (Reservations on our website, linked in bio).

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05/16/2026

We’re leveling up at the this season!

In addition to our usual lineup of breakfast sandwiches, flaky biscuits, house-made pop tarts, and more, we’re now pouring:
✨ Rose Cardamom Cold Brew
✨ Cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs Cold Brew

Plus… scratch-made donuts are officially here!
This week’s flavor: Raspberry Chocolate Cake

Come early. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

There’s just something about fried chicken on a Sunday night.This Sunday, we’re bringing back our Fried Chicken Buckets ...
05/16/2026

There’s just something about fried chicken on a Sunday night.

This Sunday, we’re bringing back our Fried Chicken Buckets featuring crispy buttermilk fried Green Circle chicken, perfect for an easy family dinner, cozy night in, or gathering with friends.

Options include:
- Fried Chicken Bucket: 10 pieces of our signature fried chicken
- Hot Honey for dipping: Locally sourced Heaven’s Honey with a kick
- 4 Biscuits + House-Made Pimento Cheese
- Chopped Salad: Little gem, red cabbage, feta cheese, garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
- Kale Salad: Green goddess dressing, toasted parmesan
- 4 Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Honestly, the full move is the chicken, biscuits, hot honey, salad, and cookies. We don’t make the rules.

To order, visit our website -> "Catering & Group Orders" and select Sunday, 5/17, along with a pickup time between 5–6 PM.

Quantities are limited and these tend to sell out, so don't wait to order!

P.S. Don't forget to visit us at Farmers Market tomorrow!

We’d like to pass along a very special thank you to Michael Laing from Mawby Vineyards for joining us recently for a bea...
05/11/2026

We’d like to pass along a very special thank you to Michael Laing from Mawby Vineyards for joining us recently for a beautiful evening celebrating Midwest food, sparkling wine, and the launch of our new Spring menu.

Guests enjoyed a four-course dinner featuring seasonal dishes paired alongside Mawby sparkling wines, including:

✨ Cultured butter dipped spring radish
✨ Spring pea salad
✨ Ramp pierogi
✨ Rhubarb glazed spring lamb

We’re excited to share that these dishes are now available as part of our Spring Tasting Menu at Scratchboard Kitchen.

If you missed the dinner, you can still experience the full tasting menu now through Experiences:
Link in bio → Reservations → Experiences

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a special evening. Nights like these are a reminder of why we love what we do.

Sparkling wines from
Menu developed by
Shout-out to Chef
Photos by the talented

The best of spring is here!Juicy strawberries. Crisp asparagus. Sweet spring peas. Fried artichokes. Bright herbs. Our n...
05/08/2026

The best of spring is here!

Juicy strawberries. Crisp asparagus. Sweet spring peas. Fried artichokes. Bright herbs. Our new menu is packed with the freshest flavors, including:

• Avocado toast with strawberries + burrata butter
• Spring pea & strawberry avocado toast with preserved lemon vinaigrette
• Asparagus soup topped with prosciutto, crispy parmesan & scallions
• Farm-fresh crudités with whipped feta
• Seasonal burrata with strawberries, chili crisp & pea shoots
• Vegan/GF grain bowl with ancient grains, beech mushrooms, grilled artichokes & preserved lemon vinaigrette
• Grilled cheese with roasted rhubarb compote, cheddar & muenster
• Spring pasta with asparagus ribbons, grilled artichokes, pea shoots & garlic breadcrumbs
• A new asparagus salad with blue cheese, endive & dill yogurt (add steak tenderloin for the perfect spring meal)

AND… fried chicken & grits is BACK! If you’ve been missing it, this is your sign.

Plus, it’s Mother’s Day weekend. We’ll be celebrating all weekend long with brunch, lunch, Happy Hour, and dinner. If you need a last-minute gift for mom, stop in for a gift card or send one instantly via text or email.

And don’t forget: we’ll also be at the Arlington Heights Farmers Market tomorrow morning! Stop by, say hi, and kick off the weekend with us.

Not a taco spot… but we do know our way around a great margarita. If you haven't tried our Blood Orange Mezcal Margarita...
05/05/2026

Not a taco spot… but we do know our way around a great margarita. If you haven't tried our Blood Orange Mezcal Margarita, Cinco de Mayo is the perfect excuse.

Also, a handful of our favorite dishes are on their way out as we roll out new dishes later this week:
• Spring Forward Salad
• Italian Tomato & Cannellini Soup
• Smoked Carrot Hummus
• Herb & Orange Grilled Cheese
• Citrus Avocado Toast
• Shakshuka

If you loved any of these dishes, come get your last bites in before they’re gone!

Make a reservation or order online: https://scratchboardkitchenah.com/

We’re growing… again!As we get ready to expand our hours and open on Mondays, we’re building out our team to make it hap...
05/04/2026

We’re growing… again!

As we get ready to expand our hours and open on Mondays, we’re building out our team to make it happen.

We’re currently hiring a PM line cook to join our kitchen; someone who cares about quality, works with intention, and wants to be part of a team that’s always pushing to get better.

A few things that make this role different:
• No late nights. We only seat until 8:30 PM
• Competitive, above-market pay for the area
• Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental + vision insurance

Open roles here don’t come up often for our small team, so we’re especially excited to welcome someone new to the team as we grow.

This next step is a big one for us, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support from this community. We’re so excited for what’s ahead.

Apply now: https://culinaryagents.com/entities/282718-Scratchboard-Kitchen

Know someone who would be a great fit? Send this their way.

Chef Elisa’s rhubarb upside down cake makes its debut tomorrow, and it’s everything we love about spring: bright, a litt...
04/30/2026

Chef Elisa’s rhubarb upside down cake makes its debut tomorrow, and it’s everything we love about spring: bright, a little nostalgic, and (of course) made from scratch.

If you’ve ever peeked into our prep kitchen, you’ve probably seen Elisa in her element, working her magic, baking everything fresh each morning.

04/29/2026

Patio season hallelujah 🙌

We’ve been waiting for this. It starts Friday.

Reservations are open through July, and if you’ve got brunch plans, dinner dates, or a “we need to get together soon” text sitting in your phone… this is your moment.
Grab the table before someone else does.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us on Thursday for our Mawby Wine Dinner… this is your sign.Supporting incredible ...
04/27/2026

If you’ve been thinking about joining us on Thursday for our Mawby Wine Dinner… this is your sign.

Supporting incredible Midwest producers has always been part of who we are, and this dinner is a true reflection of that.

But this one is even more special becuase this dinner marks the debut of our new spring tasting menu.

Four courses built around peak spring ingredients, paired with Mawby sparkling wines and designed to carry you from bright, refreshing flavors into deeper, savory dishes.

A look at the menu:
• Cultured butter dipped spring radish
paired with NV “Us” Brut

• Spring pea salad
paired with Grace Rosé

• Ramp pierogi
paired with Blanc de Blanc

• Rhubarb glazed spring lamb
paired with Taslimøn

And we’re bringing the people behind it all to the table:

• Mike Laing, owner of Mawby, pouring wines and sharing the story behind each bottle
• Chef Grace, debuting our new spring menu

4 courses. Sparkling pairings. One night only.

If it’s been on your mind, now’s the time. Reserve your table online (Reservations -> Experiences) or call us at 847-749-3103 to book.

We can't wait to share this special evenig with you!

Throwing it back to 2020 when it all began. What a wild time. Special shout-out to .cloud .a.kuhn, our family, friends...
04/24/2026

Throwing it back to 2020 when it all began. What a wild time. Special shout-out to .cloud .a.kuhn, our family, friends, and every single person who showed up for curbside pickup.

Come celebrate 6 years with us today! Enjoy these deals as a thank you to everyone who showed up for us during the weirdest time to open a restaurant and continues to support us. We love you and wouldn't be here without you!
🍳 $6 breakfast sandwich (8–10 AM)
🍑 $6 peach bourbon iced tea (all day)
🎁 gift card flash sale (Friday only)

If you want to grab the gift card deal online:
Visit our website (linked in bio) and click on “Gift Cards”
Add $120 to your eGift Card
→ Use code GC20FREE at checkout to get $20 off
Add $245 to your eGift Card
→ Use code GC45FREE at checkout to get $45 off

Six years of Scratchboard.That sentence holds more than we could ever fit into a post.When we first opened, we knew how ...
04/21/2026

Six years of Scratchboard.

That sentence holds more than we could ever fit into a post.

When we first opened, we knew how tough this industry could be. The majority of independent restaurants don’t make it to five years, and we were just hoping to make it through year one... through opening during the pandemic lockdown.

And through all of it, you showed up. For brunch dates, family dinners, celebrations, and the in-between moments. You told your friends. You kept coming back. You made this place what it is.

Because of you, we’re still here. And more than that, we’re growing, evolving, and more proud than ever of what Scratchboard has become.

So to celebrate 6 years, we're saying thank you in the best way we know how with two of our OG favorites and a gift card flash sale.

🍳 $6 breakfast sandwich (8–10 AM)
🍑 $6 peach bourbon iced tea (all day)
🎁 gift card flash sale (Friday only)

If you want to grab the gift card deal online:
Visit our website (linked in bio) and click on “Gift Cards”
Add $120 to your eGift Card
→ Use code GC20FREE at checkout to get $20 off
Add $245 to your eGift Card
→ Use code GC45FREE at checkout to get $45 off

Whether you’ve been with us since day one or just found us recently, thank you for being part of this.

We wouldn’t be here without you, so come celebrate with us on Friday. We love you!

- Danielle and the Scratchboard team

04/18/2026

You deserve a little treat ☀️🍸

A little sunshine after all that rain? We’re taking it.

Patio tables are out if you’re feeling bold, and it’s warm + cozy inside if not.

Make a plan:
Brunch with friends this weekend
Dinner tonight
Or “girl dinner” at happy hour

However you spin it, this is your sign to get here.

New paint, who dis 🙌Nothing like a fresh coat of paint (and a patio table waiting for you) to bring all the spring vibes...
04/16/2026

New paint, who dis 🙌

Nothing like a fresh coat of paint (and a patio table waiting for you) to bring all the spring vibes.

Thank you for the glow-up!

P.S. bottles of wine are half-off tonight!

04/14/2026

Every morning at Scratchboard starts with freshly baked pastries. Our current lineup includes: Cherry cardamom poptarts, blueberry lemon poppyseed cookies, gluten-free maple cream cheese carrot cake, rosemary olive oil cake, and more.

Try them all before they’re gone!

04/13/2026

Goals this week: soak up every second of spring patio weather 🙌 Brunch, lunch, happy hour, dinner… we’re here for all of it.

Reserve your table for a guaranteed spot. Sidewalk seating is limited and will fill up on nice days!

We hope to see you this week.

Going... Going... Almost gone! New seasonal dishes & drinks are on the way, which means this is your last call for some ...
04/09/2026

Going... Going... Almost gone! New seasonal dishes & drinks are on the way, which means this is your last call for some of our current favorites. If there’s something you’ve been meaning to try (or come back for one more time), this is it!

These dishes capture that perfect in-between season with bright citrus, fresh herbs, roasted vegetables, and comforting flavors with a lighter, spring-forward touch.
- Orange Rosemary Olive Oil Cake
- Spring Forward Salad – cara cara orange, grapefruit, dill yogurt, olives, pickled red onion, mint
- Seasonal Grain & Veggie Bowl – ancient grains, smoked carrot hummus, roasted vegetables, giardiniera, lemon chili dressing
- Roasted Farm Beets – whipped feta, strawberry vinegar, gen mai, umeboshi sesame, sorrel, mint
- Smoked Carrot Hummus – feta, olive oil, giardiniera, seeded crackers
- Herb & Orange Grilled Cheese – muenster, cheddar, preserved lemon chimichurri, orange marmalade, prosciutto
- Seasonal Burrata – chili crisp + bright citrus
- Roasted Half Chicken – whipped feta, lemony potatoes, citrus & fennel slaw

Seasonal Sips you don't want to miss:
- Iced Melbourne Mont Blanc – cold brew, okinawan black sugar, vanilla cloud foam
- Iced Hojicha Cookies & Cream Latte
- Black Sugar Matcha Latte
- Caramel Apple Chai – made with Mick Klug Farms apple cider
- Apple Meritage Tea from Rare Tea Cellar

Cocktails to close out the season:
- Winter Pear Martini
- Brown Butter Old Fashioned
- Blood Orange Mezcal Margarita

Whether you’re joining us for brunch, lunch, dinner, coffee, or cocktails, this is your sign to come in and enjoy these while they’re still here.

P.S. It’s Thursday, which means bottles of wine are half-price all day.

Reserve a table or order online: https://scratchboardkitchenah.com/

We hope to see you!

How’s your Wednesday night looking? 🍸Slide into an outdoor table and soak up this early spring weather, best enjoyed wit...
04/08/2026

How’s your Wednesday night looking? 🍸

Slide into an outdoor table and soak up this early spring weather, best enjoyed with a classic martini or a seasonal cocktail (mocktails welcome, too).

We hope to see you!

It’s finally happening! Tomorrow’s forecast is sunny and *almost* 70, and our sidewalk tables are out and ready for you ...
04/07/2026

It’s finally happening! Tomorrow’s forecast is sunny and *almost* 70, and our sidewalk tables are out and ready for you to soak up the spring weather. Make your reservation now to join us for breakfast, lunch, happy hour or dinner.

Come enjoy the perfect midweek pick-me-up with spring vibes, scratch-made food, and seasonal drinks.

Plus, Arlington Alfresco is opening in just over 3 weeks on May 1st. Mark your calendar for opening weekend!

Happy Easter!As a special treat to cap off a busy day, we're offering half-price bottles of wine + Happy Hour specials a...
04/05/2026

Happy Easter!

As a special treat to cap off a busy day, we're offering half-price bottles of wine + Happy Hour specials all night tonight in addition to our full menu. Come enjoy dinner (minus the cooking and cleaning!) or just swing by to end the night with drinks and dessert.

Staying in tonight? Our full menu will also be available for pickup or delivery.

👉 Reserve your table or place your order now -> https://scratchboardkitchenah.com/

The only thing better than a great bottle of wine? When it's half-price.Come in tonight and pair your favorite bottle wi...
04/02/2026

The only thing better than a great bottle of wine? When it's half-price.

Come in tonight and pair your favorite bottle with something incredible from our scratch-made, seasonal menu.

A few combos we’re loving right now:
- Montinore Pinot Noir + our fried chicken sandwich (pimiento, honey ranch, pickled red onions… trust us)
- Stolpman Sauvignon Blanc + PEI mussels with jalapeño cilantro curry butter
- Olema Chardonnay Reserve + roasted half chicken with winter citrus + fennel
- Valravn Cabernet Sauvignon + steak frites with preserved lemon chimichurri
- "Pickleball” Orange Wine + burrata with winter citrus + chili crisp

Half-price bottles.
Scratch-made everything.
A really good excuse to stay a little longer.

Come on by!

Address

5 W. Campbell Street
Arlington Heights, IL
60005

To reach W. Campbell Street in Arlington Heights, you can take the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line to the Arlington Heights station and then walk west on Campbell St for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, if driving, take Route 14 (Northwest Highway) and turn onto N Dunton Ave. Then turn left onto W Campbell St and find parking along the street or in nearby public parking lots.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 8:30pm
Thursday 8am - 8:30pm
Friday 8am - 8:30pm
Saturday 8am - 8:30pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

Telephone

(847) 749-3103

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Scratchboard Kitchen is a fantastic American restaurant located on W. Campbell Street in Arlington Heights. What sets this restaurant apart is their commitment to using locally sourced ingredients and scratch-made dishes for breakfast and lunch. The menu is filled with delicious options that are sure to satisfy any craving.

One of the standout features of Scratchboard Kitchen is their patio seating area, which is perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather during the summer months. While it can be difficult to get a reservation during peak times, the restaurant has shared some insider tips on social media to help customers skip the wait.

In addition to their amazing food and atmosphere, Scratchboard Kitchen also offers opportunities for those interested in culinary or hospitality positions on their growing team. It's clear that this restaurant values not only their customers but also their employees.

Overall, Scratchboard Kitchen is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for a delicious meal made with fresh, local ingredients in a welcoming environment. Don't forget to book your patio reservations in advance!

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