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| - No kinks, all class. From the initial soft opening two months ago, my fifth visit to this European-styled gem confirms swift ascent into a consistent craft of über hip culinary awesomeness.
Succulent Dungeness crab cakes were generously portioned and impeccably prepared, nestled upon mixed micro greens with an off the hook sweet chile sauce...made in house, from scratch...and thus having the perfect juxtaposition of mildly spicy and subtly sweet flavors we immediately found addictive.
Fresh salmon, pan seared to its exact moment of doneness, was perched upon a bed of sautéed baby asparagus, artfully presented with an extraordinary, carrot orange purée and a creamy béarnaise for succulent swirling. We found the Chilean sea bass equally compelling, with its tarragon-scented crushed new potatoes and crayfish beurre blanc.
We capped our meal with the most richly flavored, and oh so creamy cappuccinos; the barista execution is definitely top drawer. Service was dynamic and flawless on a full house Friday night, with the dining room's floor-to-ceiling glass swung open to inviting, patio seating beyond.
The owners have crafted an eclectic interior: an exposed wood beam ceiling framed by geometric black metalwork; a pair of enormous and stunning Art Deco paintings; center stage viewing kitchen and mesmerizing indigo lighting surrounding the bar (where we anticipate the addition of some unique craft cocktails, please;)) Altogether a welcome and much-needed addition to Boulder City's culinary offerings. Bravo, Scratch House!
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