Scott Wise of Scotty's Lakehouse
Scotty’s Brewhouse is coming to Geist! The popular local chain will open as “Scotty's Lakehouse” near the corner of Fall Creek and Brook School roads (10158 Brooks School Road) at the former site of Infusion Restaurant, which closed its doors over the holidays. The giant blue and black awnings are up and the crew is working feverishly to put on the final touches before opening later this month. Is Owner Scott Wise worried about the location since several restaurants have come and gone from this spot?
“I just think we will be a better fit for this area,” says Wise.
“I think the problem here was they made it too fancy. Our idea is a Scotty’s casual atmosphere and menu with an upscale twist,” says Wise. (Not too upscale however, that’s why the small letter name change on the awning from “burger bistro” to “burger joint”).
“Afterall, Bella Vita was a hit here, so it can be done.”
Scotty’s Lakehouse will feature some of the chain’s most popular appetizers including, dill chips, buffalo chicken dip, and wraps, but the focus will be on organic and locally raised beef burgers topped with fresh produce from local markets. Other menu items will include turkey burgers, sweet potato fries and homemade mac & cheese. It may also include weekend brunch offerings from Patachou, Wise said. At least 75 percent of the beer offerings will be from Indiana craft breweries.
The paint was barely dry on the walls when I got a sneak peak at Scotty’s. As you enter the front doors, you are greeted with some beautiful crystal hanging lights, which give it a fancy feel, but, just a few more steps inside and it is brick walls, flat screen TV’s and neon signs. Now that’s what we need to see for a burger joint! Gone is the copper bar from Infusion restaurant replaced with a solid wood bar and tables.
There’s a row of black booths on the dining side and a kids menu and kids section at the back. The servers will wear jeans and lakehouse shirts. The décor will be lakehouse scenes from the 1950’s.
The restaurant marks the sixth location for Scotty’s throughout Indiana. They continue to fill some job openings and plan on opening in late February. They already have a St. Patty’s day plan and are on their way to becoming the summer hangout for Geist!
Welcome Scotty’s Lakehouse to Geist!
