With a name that honors the history of its location, Skratch made its official debut on December 19 in Trolley Square.
At 1709 Delaware Avenue, Skratch tips its hat to Scratch Magoo’s, the bar which did lively business there for most of its 29 years in operation (1989 to 2018).
It’s also the bar in which Skratch general manager Stan Yau bartended for many years, often famously taking multiple drink orders at the same time all while cracking jokes with the customers.
“I’ve spent my last three years trying to figure out what’s next,” says Yau, who left the hospitality business two decades ago to work at an executive search firm. “The restaurant and bar business is in my blood, and Wilmington is my home.
“Now I have been given a chance to bring back something special in the industry I love and for the community that I always cared for.”
Look for Skratch to offer new takes on casual fare, while evolving its look in the new year. Yau says he looks forward to getting back behind the bar again, and was encouraged by feedback from guests at the soft opening last night.
Above: Skratch general manager Stan Yau. Photo provided.