First Look: Scapegoat in the Central West End

Editor's Note: Scapegoat has closed.

Trading breakfast for cocktails and light eats, Koplar Properties has opened Scapegoat Tavern & Courtyard at 52 Maryland Plaza. As Sauce reported in April, the owners of sister restaurant Scape American Bistro closed former breakfast spot Crepes, Etc. and announced a new tavern concept for space.

The 40-seat space offers seven small-plate options executed by sous chef Eric Garcia, all priced under $15, as well as a large cocktail list of seven signature drinks and 20 classics. A rotating selection of Schlafly beer is poured from the four taps, and an additional selection of national and local bottles and cans of beer plus 15 wines by the glass round out the drinks.

Scapegoat is designed to be a casual, fun gathering place for diners to congregate after a dinner at neighboring Scape or as a standalone destination for folks who simply want to sip a drink and have a bite. Its interior is light and bright, and the courtyard in back provides space to hang out with friends or enjoy the weather.

Scapegoat will be open 4 p.m. until midnight Tuesday through Saturday with Sunday hours slated to be added at a later date. Here’s what to expect when you visit the newest member of the Scape family:

Editor's note: This post was updated at 8:30 a.m. June 12 with updated information about Scapegoat's opening.