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Selden Standard, Detroit, MI
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Selden Standard

$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Lively

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: Regulars keep swinging back to Selden Standard for small plates and craft cocktails in a cool industrial space that USA Today named one of the best restaurants of 2024. Local and seasonal produce shows up in dishes like charred octopus from the woodfired oven and seasonal fresh pastas like sweet corn agnolotti. Catch the show at the chef’s counter or hang in the back patio lined with flower murals.

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Philosophy

Nothing brings us more joy than a great meal with friends. Sharing that experience is at the heart of why we opened Selden Standard. Our concept and our dining room are rustic and casual -- come as you are -- but with an ever-present eye for quality, creativity, and fun.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (313) 438-5055
  • Website
    http://www.seldenstandard.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Selden Standard can host a variety of events for 10 to 30 people. Facilities include a large semi-private table in the main dining room, an outdoor patio, and a private dining room with A/V gear. Our events manager will be happy to work with you on a custom menu from our seasonal offerings; please visit our website for more information.
  • Location
    3921 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201-1713
  • Description
    Selden Standard’s fare features flavors born in local farms, captured at the peak of the season, prepared in their wood-fired oven, and served small plates-style in shareable portions. Complementing the menu are wines from small producers, distinctive brews, and cocktails to suit the seasons. Selden is rustic and casual, but with an ever-present eye for quality, creativity, and fun. Chef Andy Hollyday is a 2023 James Beard finalist and four-time semi-finalist. Selden Standard was named a semi-finalist for Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation (2024), and has been named Restaurant of the Year by both the Detroit Free Press (2015) and Hour Detroit (2016).
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Cross street
    Selden St. and 2nd Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Menu

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What 120 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Innovative

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Healthy

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Contemporary American

  • Detroit

    Best Overall

  • Detroit

    Best Food

  • Detroit

    Innovative

  • Detroit

    Healthy

  • Detroit

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Selden Standard stands out as a culinary gem in Detroit, offering "outstanding food and service" that consistently impresses. Known for its inventive, farm-to-table menu, this restaurant excels in both flavor and presentation. Guests rave about the "excellent wine selection" and vibrant atmosphere. Whether dining at the chef's counter or on the patio, expect a "wonderful experience" every visit.

120 Reviews

  1. Philip

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What not to like? Excellent food, truly. Excellent service and staff. Really nice vibe in the restaurant.

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  2. Caleb

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've never had anything other than a "very good, if not great" experience at Selden Standard. I typically bring folks here to open their mind to approachable, but unique, comfort food. The cocktail and beverage program are always on point, and often times experimental. (My counterparts were offered drinks that weren't even on the menu "yet.") Appropriately priced when you look at the effort and energy that goes into every dish and beverage, but definitely not overpriced. 3 people, 1 non-alcoholic, in and out for under 300 plus tip. Not bad for Detroit.

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  3. Janine

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful experience. It's hard to find a restaurant that has it all; Delicious and creative food served hot and exactly on time that is not going to break the bank. Selden Standard has it all. Non pretentious but exacting on the food and service. Each dish was a combination of flavors that worked wonderfully, my favorites were the duck and the cabbage. Both surprising in their depth of flavor with unique combinations. I have no idea how one can char grill a cabbage and have it melt in your mouth...but they did:) I'm very excited to visit again.

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  4. Alberto

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is absolutely incredible, never fails to impress. The service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is super inviting.

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  5. Tammy

    Detroit

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love, trying many different things and sharing them. The food was amazing. The service was friendly and efficient.

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  6. David

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our experience at Selden Standard was first class (again). The food must be experienced to fully understand the exceptional dining. We highly recommend Selden Standard.

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  7. Bill

    Philadelphia

    177 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    177 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here. We were very impressed the food was awesome, great recommendations from our server. Our server and everyone else was very good. We loved it so much we are going back on Sunday. And we are all from out of town. Great place with a great vibe.

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  8. Anna

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was phenomenal. The atmosphere, the food, the service. A nicer meal and prices to match - however, fully worth the upscale meal for a special night out. WILL be back. Such a well-oiled machine behind the scenes, you can tell. Well done, Selden Standard.

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  9. Ellie

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great place to come to for dinner. Drinks great food phenomenal. A must when looking for a great experience.

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  10. ted

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and loved the ambiance and staff. Very knowledgeable and every recommendation was excellent.

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FAQs

Selden Standard is rated 4.8 stars by 120 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
Google Map for Selden Standard

3921 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201-1713

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Description
    Selden Standard’s fare features flavors born in local farms, captured at the peak of the season, prepared in their wood-fired oven, and served small plates-style in shareable portions. Complementing the menu are wines from small producers, distinctive brews, and cocktails to suit the seasons. Selden is rustic and casual, but with an ever-present eye for quality, creativity, and fun. Chef Andy Hollyday is a 2023 James Beard finalist and four-time semi-finalist. Selden Standard was named a semi-finalist for Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation (2024), and has been named Restaurant of the Year by both the Detroit Free Press (2015) and Hour Detroit (2016).
  • Cross street
    Selden St. and 2nd Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Detroit
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.seldenstandard.com/
  • Phone number
    (313) 438-5055
  • Private party facilities
    Selden Standard can host a variety of events for 10 to 30 people. Facilities include a large semi-private table in the main dining room, an outdoor patio, and a private dining room with A/V gear. Our events manager will be happy to work with you on a custom menu from our seasonal offerings; please visit our website for more information.
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