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I heard that a friend of mine had been getting sandwiches from a new cafe in downtown Culver City called Skratch.
As a seasoned food blogger, I pride myself in knowing about all the new eateries around town, especially in my jurisdiction of Mar Vista/Culver City.
I stopped by this morning and found out they have already been open for five months. How could I have missed a new restaurant in Culvert City for five months?
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Apparently, they only just recently put up the sign. Hmmph.
Skratch is somewhat like a mini Tender Greens.
They offer fast, fresh food with a gourmet twist on the conventional.
Their menu is small and to the point.
Take-out Is Their Style
Consisting primarily of salads and sandwiches ($6.95), each menu item can be made into either one.
We ate in, and I was initially disappointed our food was presented in take-out containers. I would have preferred a plate. But they are essentially a take-out business with some on-site tables.
I had the braised pulled-pork sandwich, with a very sweet fig and grape compote, green apples, goat cheese, truffle essence and lots of greens.
I really liked the pork. I think next time I will order it as a salad in order to savor the flavor better. I enjoyed this combo, especially the hint of truffle.
It is a bit light on the meat (as was my friend’s salad), but it is inexpensive and worth what you pay for. My friend had a chicken salad with a nice sun-dried tomato pistou. They also offer a few soups, house-made cookies, and Kettle Chips.
I am really loving the emergence of healthy fast food outlets, and Skratch is no exception.
Skratch
3867 Hughes Ave.
Culver City 90232
310.558.3400
Editor’s Note: Ms. Crocetti will be on holiday until next month.
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