Holy moly, this place is popular! We came at 5:07 pm, seven minutes after they opened, and all of the seats at the bar were taken. Fortunately, they were able to get a table open for us for an hour and a half. The food was exquisite, every dish we had was amazing. My only criticism is that the charred cabbage - the smoky flavor was on point, but the cabbage itself could've been less soft. The duck confit is TO DIE FOR! Highly recommend, will need a reservation unless if you get lucky. read more

Selden Standard - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I made reservations for 2 a month in advance at the earliest time possible mid week. Strange that we got seated against the glass, the coldest spot in the place. Like, had to eat with coats on.... Is that supposed to be the best spot? Everything else was perfect read more

After a five-hour drive to visit a friend, I was excited to get dinner with her at Selden Standard, which she recommended. We had a 5:15 p.m. reservation but arrived at 5:30 due to our Uber driver missing a few turns. We'd tried to call as a courtesy to let them know we were running late, but no one answered and we were directed to voicemail. When we arrived, I apologized for the delay and let the host know we had tried to call. The host was polite and told us we still had our table but that they would need it back by 7:00 p.m. She asked whether we'd prefer to take the table with that time limit or sit at the bar as long as we want. We decided to take the table for now and figured we could move to the bar later if needed. As we were being led to the table by a man I later learned was the manager, Paul, I joked quietly to my friend, "I've never had a restaurant give us a time limit--it's like we're renting the table!" It was a lighthearted remark, not meant for anyone but her. When we reached the table, I noticed a beautiful patio area and asked if we could sit outside. Paul said no, and I asked if the outside tables were Selden's. (Not being from the area, I genuinely didn't know whether the space belonged to Selden or a neighboring restaurant.) Paul's response was unexpectedly intense--he sharply told us the outside tables were already reserved and that we had reserved this one. Then, seemingly referencing my earlier joke (which he must have overheard), he said something like, "You're not renting the table--you reserved it, just like others reserved those." Taken aback by his tone, I said, "No problem, I was just asking because I wasn't sure. Is everything okay?" He responded that I had been rude to the host. I was shocked and immediately apologized. I said "I am so sorry, I did not mean to be rude" and asked what I had said. He cited my "renting the table" comment. I explained it had been a private joke to my friend, not intended as criticism, and reiterated that we were totally fine with the 7:00 time limit. Despite this, he kept pressing the issue and seemed genuinely angry. All I could do was try to apologize for sounding rude, and assure him that I didn't mean anything by it. But he would not let it drop and continued berating us in a very confrontational and uncomfortable way. His whole body seemed tense and his voice sounded like he was on the very edge of restraining himself. Ultimately it left me at a loss for words. My friend stepped in and tried to smooth things over. She clarified that I was only talking to her when I made the "rent a table" comment. She even praised the hostess and called her fabulous. She asked Paul if we could all just "shake off" the misunderstanding. But he wouldn't let it go--he continued to push the issue. It was very unnerving. At the end, Paul repeated that patio seating wasn't available to us (which we hadn't even asked about again). It was clear we were not welcome and we quietly left. To Paul: your reaction was disproportionate and deeply uncomfortable. I've never been spoken to that way in a restaurant, especially not when trying to be courteous and apologetic. The fact that you continued thee confrontation after my multiple good faith attempts to clarify and de-escalate, especially when I clearly wasn't looking for a fight, reflects poor judgment and a lack of emotional control. I hope you're able to reflect on what made you escalate such a minor comment into a confrontation that drove away two eager guests. read more

We held our annual company holiday party in their private room and I highly recommend it! It's a perfect space, even for our small-ish group of 17. The service was absolutely top-notch, beverages were excellent, and food was delicious and unique. We had a great time! They have a projector with a large wall, so you could easily have presentations in there and connection to the music in the restaurant was very easy. Everything was so tasty, I am looking forward to returning. This was a great way to sample a bunch of their menu, and the events staff is so great. Natasha is the best! read more

Food was amazing! Service was also excellent and everything was coursed out perfectly. Can't recommend this place enough. Very cool interior and layout! read more

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My madame and I were blessed with a gift from one of my employees to visit this exquisite Detroit establishment. Entering this beautiful open kitchen style restaurant felt different from many others we have visited. We were warmly greeted by the hostesses and immediately taken to our seats. The large windows let in natural light while the interior lighting had just the right brightness to make the experience inviting. Our waiter Mike was very knowledgeable and detailed. His suggestions and recommendations made our first visit to Selden Standard truly worth it. The food was incredibly delicious, and knowing that many of the items on the menu came from Michigan farms made it even more special. We had originally chosen to sit outside, but because of the relentless rain they upgraded us to the chef's table, which was an amazing experience. My madame is still talking about it two days later. We will definitely be back. read more

Most fresh and flavorful dishes in an unassuming space. Truly one of favorites in the metro Detroit area.

I really enjoy sitting at the chef's table. That way I can see all the food being prepared and be amongst most of the action. The food is pretty good, check the menu for their seasonal favorites. The portions aren't always big enough for my appetite, but all in all, I appreciate what they culinarily create! read more

Selden Standard has some great food! The inside has a great ambiance with a decent amount of seating. The staff was very friendly, attentive, and helpful in picking out what to eat. The portions are slightly small for the price point. If you're adventurous, I would recommend getting multiple small plates to share with others at your table. read more

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The food is delicous, everything is so well seasoned and fresh. The food was brought out in a very nice perpousful order and we were taken care of very well by the wait staff. The service was prompt and never felt like we had to ask for what we might need, they were on top of it. I enjoy the concept of having shared plates, but it almlst felt difficult to for a full meal by ordering seperate parts. For a large group the portions were small to all share, I recommend this place for a smaller group or couple, maybe 2 or 3 people. Or sharing plates amongst portions of the group would be better. But overall we managed this fairly well. I will say although the place is beautiful we did have to be given the option to wait an additional 30 minutes past our reservation to be sat or be sat at the communal table with ended up feeling a bit cramped, and slightly disappointing. read more

Selden Standard - Beef tartar - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Overall, a wonderfully experience! I loved sitting at the bar area where I could watch the chefs cook! The service was excellent! They highlighted on the menu things that could be modified and also things that could not be modified and to not order them for myself for my allergy. We simply let them know on our reservation of the dietary restriction. The food was coursed out by the waitress and she did an excellent job. Finally, the food was amazing! My favorite was the sweet corn pasta! Overall, I'm excited to come back as their menu is seasonal! read more

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Exceptional. Do not miss the agnolotti. Lovely food, excellent service, and upscale ambiance. Sit by the chefs counter and dress up to make it more fun. The mushrooms could have been skipped in my opinion. read more

Selden Standard - Mushrooms and agnolotti - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

I thought the food was pretty good for the most part. The broccoli salad was phenomenal, the walleye was good, and the beef tartare was okay. I think the amount of fish and food they gave for the walleye dinner was too small of a portion for what you're paying in all honesty. I've been to several James beard award chefs as well as Michelin restaurants and I've had some pretty amazing food so I'm judging from some pretty high standards I'd like to add. And while yes, the food is much better than you'll normally find in the metro Detroit area, I feel like there could have been more to it. Still 4/5 isn't bad. Staff was helpful, and the atmosphere was good. read more

Great food. Sat at the bar, which i recommend so you can watch the chefs and gets you away from the busy crowd! read more

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Fantastic food! The grilled octopus was out of this world as were the grilled mushrooms and pasta. I recommend the chef's table seating, as it is a great experience. The atmosphere in the remaining seating areas is just kind of "meh". They also have a solid offering of non-alcoholic drinks. I will definitely be back. read more

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Took my brother and SIL here and they had such a great experience. They never ate at Detroit even though they lived in Metro Detroit most of their life and glad I took them here for their first experience. The food and drinks were delicious, and we sat outside and they had such a cute little garden outside. Service was also good. read more

We have been there twice. On both occasions the food, service and ambience were truly exceptional. And keep in mind they change the menu every season and every time we have been we could not find our favorite menu items that we had earlier. Even with that the knocked it out of park. First time we ordered, rabbit ragu, Brussels sprouts, octopus and pork chop. Second time we had Angnoloti pasta, cauliflower, pork and half chicken dishes. All our absolutely amazing and my complements to the chef. Service is always above and beyond. They change the plates between dishes, pairing dishes as needed, filling up the water etc.... Truly amazing service. Would highly recommend this spot read more

If I can think of a restaurant in the great Detroit revival that just doesn't get enough love, Selden would definitely be on that list. I have been here several times with a wide variety of friends and we have always left very impressed and very full. I do wish over the course of these visits I took a great deal more pics as I can't remember all the meals and deliciousness I've devoured here. What I can tell you is that everything I've ever eaten here has been nothing short of wonderful. Something as simple as baked squash or flat bread to something as intricate as perfectly divined lamb chops. Are you interested in a big luscious red or chilled white to enjoy before or during your dinner? Well they have a great menu of international choices ( for example, they currently have a 2014 Cantina Sociale Nebbiolo or a 2016 Farella mmmmmmm). Oh would you prefer a delicious cocktail? Well they have you covered with a continuously updating choice of options and of course a full bar for you to have your favorites. Of course one of the best features of this restaurant is the fantastic service. The staff is on point and does a wonderful job meeting your needs. Absolutely a favorite. read more

The food was so flavorful, and the service was top-notch. It's rare to find a place that does both so well. We'll definitely return

Deserves a Michelin star it's so damn good! Every single dish is fantastic and leaves you wanting more! I don't usually order pasta at restaurants but our waitress recommended them and I'm so glad she did -- it was absolutely delicious. Each dish is unique and so flavorful. The atmosphere is great -- if you come over summer, try to get a seat at the nice outdoor back patio. The service is fantastic -- we became friends with our waitress and bonded over our love for this food. If you're in detroit, come to this restaurant! read more

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Hands down amazing food and experience we have had in a while, would go back again and been telling everyone about it. We got like 5 items and there was not a single thing that was mediocre or bad. This place and the staff really well deserve Michelin stars! read more

We have been coming to selden for years and years now. It is one of our favorite spots and rotating menus, with delicious pairings and upbeat atmosphere, you are sure to love it here! Two drinks we tried recently are (boyfriend material) and (banana stand). Both were delicious. A must try spot for drinks or dinner, the staff are sure to treat you right and provide amazing service! read more

Selden Standard - Boyfriend material and banana stand - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Perfect flavors and textures, that on their own might represent a perfect dish, but when combined with other flavors and textures, via small sharable dishes you may only grab a bite of before it moves to the person across the table, Selden Standard shows your ingredients can combine in unexpected ways for a truly unique experience. From the sweet potato pasta and the moraine park farm rib eye served medium rare, to the heavily saffron-scented Seafood Fideuà and the roasted mushrooms with chimichurri, it all just dances around the palette wonderfully. The only critique I had beyond the tragicly dim lighting, was the entire small plate premise. I am not sure I would quite enjoy the experience Selden Standard is offering if I were to come on a date, or even sitting at the bar solo. The success of the menu is the sharing, so next time I will return with another large group. It's an excellent option for dining out with friends and colleagues. read more

Wow! Just wow!! My husband and I went to check this place out for our anniversary dinner. We sat at the Chef's Counter, which was a really cool experience and we definitely recommend trying that out. The atmosphere of this place is upscale and laid back at the same time. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly, we had fantastic service from everyone all night. Most importantly, the food was AMAZING! Every dish that came out we ranted, raved and finished every bite. We ordered a lot and not a single thing disappointed. Chop Salad, Grilled Cabbage, Oven Roasted Squash, Blackened Walleye and the Moraine Park Farm Steak... every single bite was better than the last! The chefs working here truly are artists with food. We can't wait to go back! I'm going to be dreaming of this food until I can have it again. Don't miss out on trying this place for yourself! read more

Selden Standard - Pavlova dessert - delicious!!! - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Ive been to Selden Standard 3 times over the last 4 weeks or so. I made a reservation each time. The only reason I am giving 4 stars is due to the wait time I experienced one of those times. We had a larger group, but if you have a reservation, there is no excuse for a 35 min wait after reservation time. They directed us to get drinks in the bar area. It was tough with our large group to get drinks with a busy bar. I thought at the very least they would have got us a round or at least sent an appetizer or dessert to the table for our wait time. Other than that bad experience, I have nothing but praise for this place. The vibes are immaculate and the music is always on point. I like the dim lit lighting throughout the place. Two of my visits I brought larger groups in, we were blessed to be served by Margot (I think that's how you spell it ?). Margot was amazing both times. She handled the large group with ease. She was super helpful and a pleasure to be around. I can't thank her enough. I wish they didn't take the tequila based espresso martini inspired drink off their menu.. it's amazing!!! As for the food, the pastas and the ribeye were ordered all three visits. Everyone loved them! read more

Top notch, don't think twice book it! The food was phenomenal every bite was tantalizing each plate was better than the next. The service rendered was also amazing, our cups were continuously filled, and they did not miss a beat! We ordered roasted cauliflower, roasted mushrooms, smoked potatoes, house made bread & butter, tagliatelle, grilled Michigan pork, and braised short rib congee. We were celebrating my birthday so they brought out ice cream and pavlova! They offer a rotating seasonal menu, I can't wait to go back! The ambiance was laidback with a modern feel. read more

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Finally had a chance to visit Selden Standard. We had heard great things about this restaurant and made a reservation for a Saturday night. We walked to the restaurant from our apartment so I can't speak to the parking too much but it looked like there was street parking. We had to wait for our table to be ready when we first checked in but it seemed pretty busy and our table was near the kitchen so it was nice seeing where all the cooking was being done. Once we were seated we started off with the Vacation Friends and How Many Licks cocktails which were both rum based and we really enjoyed them. We started with bread and butter which you can ask for and then the oysters and beef tartare as our appetizers. Our waiter was also very good with sharing advice and explaining the menu to us. I really liked the beef tartare and the lettuce that it came with gave it a really good freshness to the dish. We had the pappardelle and the Michigan Grilled Pork as well and both of those were also delicious. Definitely a great spot for a dinner date and we will be back to try more of the menu! read more

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Absolutely incredible food. I was able to try eight dishes and two desserts, and all of them were delicious. The service was also excellent. The menu looks simple, but the food is more interesting than that. read more

I have been wanting to try this place out for year and finally had a chance to go with a menu that looked really appealing to me. Selden Standard is always at the top of everyone's recommendation list, so I was super excited to try it out. They do a rotating menu, so I would periodically check and see if there was a menu that had certain things I wanted to try. I went with my fiancé for a date night and it did not disappoint. We ordered some mocktails, a beet salad, and grilled halloumi as starters, the halibut and squid ink rigatoni as the main entrees, and the chocolate hazelnut bar for dessert. Every single item blew me away and was perfectly executed. The chocolate hazelnut bar in particular was incredible, definitely one of the best desserts I've ever had. The service was incredible. It was pretty easy to find parking, but would definitely recommend reserving in advance as this place can get busy. read more

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Well, after much fine dining, I have officially found my favorite spot and had the best meal ever. Everything about this establishment is stellar; the hip location and building with beautiful ivy clad walls on the patio, the extensive bar, friendly staff, decor and innovative dishes. We sat at the bar to be in the middle of all the action and watch amazing ing cocktails being created. We enjoyed: house made bread and butter, the panzanella salad, the roasted eggplant, grilled cabbage, squid ink rigatoni, grilled Michigan pork and the Idyll Farms goat cheesecake. Literally the best meal I've ever had. The panzanella was bursting with the freshest heirloom tomatoes and stone fruit juxtaposed with perfectly crunchy croutons. The toasted eggplant was rich and creamy and had a nice tang from the yogurt and harissa . The addition of sesame and walnut balanced the texture. The grilled cabbage featured an amazing Chile vinaigrette with jalapeño and crispy shallots. The best cabbage dish ever! The squid ink rigatoni was legit, with the ink permeating and staining the pasta. The tomato, chile and breadcrumbs set it off. My hands down fave was the Michigan pork. It was the most tender, perfectly seasoned meat. The coriander vinaigrette and cucumber were a nice touch. The seasonal fruit was perfect with the meat, and there were tiny, caper-like berries which provided a surprisingly pleasant crunch. For dessert, we indulged in the Idyll Farms cheesecake- innovative and spectacular. The goat cheese was mild and rich. Not too sweet. The figs were perfectly ripe and the granola was light and crunchy with plenty of sesame. I will definitely return and hope to snag a seat on the patio and try all of the other offerings. It was a memorable evening. read more

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Visited this restaurant back in December for my birthday dinner per recommendation from friends living in Detroit. Thankfully, we made a reservation ahead of time -- the restaurant was packed! Located a little outside of downtown, we Ubered there. We ordered the grilled whole trout, pappardelle, and a vegetable (I forgot which!) all the food was amazing and so were the drinks! Three dishes was the perfect amount of food for two people. read more

Selden Standard - Grilled Whole Trout - New American Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Selden standard is a fine dining atmosphere that focuses on sharables. I opted out of sharing and got a pasta dish. The pasta was fresh and flavorful. I really enjoyed my meal and it was about $28 which i thought was very fair for fresh pasta at a fine dining establishment. The service was quick and our server gave great recommendations. I do plan on coming back! read more

Made reservations a month in advance. Their parking lot only holds about 14 spots, so be prepared to find street parking ( street parking is free) Arrived and seated immediately. From the greeter to all the waiters and waitresses, everybody was phenomenal. Bread and butter is provided upon request. Their sourdough bread is baked in house and it is addictive!!! I couldn't get enough of it! They kneaded that dough to perfection! We ordered the following foods for dinner: Beef tartar, Oysters, Broccoli, Squid ink pasta, sweet corn pasta, Swordfish, Dessert (Apple donut, Apple sorbet, vanilla ice cream). EVERY SINGLE DISH WAS FRESH AND AMAZINGLY OUTSTANDING! Shout out to the chef who geniusly combined these ingredients to make MULTIPLE perfect dishes! Everything made sense! All ingredients were cohesive. Nothing was overpowering or not serving a purpose. Each dish came to the table at separate times, so we had the chance to appreciate each one. It was a nice consistent flow. Not sure how they get the timing just right, but THEY DID THAT! We also appreciated how our table was wiped clean, and we were provided with new plates and silverware between dishes! WE WERE SATISFIED ON ALL LEVELS! I would give 10 stars if I could! read more

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