"Andy Hollyday's wood grill and ever-changing menu make Selden Standard Detroit's most reliable seasonal table — go for the carpaccio and the sausage."
About Selden Standard
Selden Standard opened in 2014 on Second Avenue in Midtown's Cass Corridor and quickly became the room that signalled Detroit's dining revival. Chef and co-owner Andy Hollyday — a 2023 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef: Great Lakes and a repeat semifinalist, with the restaurant itself a James Beard Outstanding Restaurant semifinalist in 2024 and 2025 — cooks a seasonal, hyper-local menu off a wood-fired grill. The format is small plates, $12–15 and up, designed to share.
The Kitchen
The kitchen leans on fire and the farmers' market: house-made sausage straight off the wood grill, a signature vegetable carpaccio of thin-shaved root vegetables with lemon, capers and Parmesan, and a menu that changes often enough that regulars never quite repeat a meal. Cocktails are taken as seriously as the food.
The Room
The space is warm and lively — exposed brick, an open kitchen, indoor and patio seating — with a buzz that suits a group as easily as a date. It reads casual but the cooking is anything but.
Best for a team dinner
Shareable small plates, a strong bar and an easy room make Selden Standard a natural for a team dinner or a relaxed date where you still want serious cooking.
Not for
Not for anyone who wants a quiet, formal tasting menu or large individual entrees — this is a busy, shared-plates room that gets loud at peak.
Frequently Asked
Who is the chef at Selden Standard?
Selden Standard is led by chef and co-owner Andy Hollyday, a 2023 James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef: Great Lakes and a repeat semifinalist. He cooks a seasonal menu off a wood-fired grill.
What is Selden Standard known for?
Wood-fired, seasonal small plates that change constantly. Signatures include the vegetable carpaccio and house-made sausage off the grill, alongside a serious cocktail program.
How much does Selden Standard cost?
Small plates run roughly $12–24 each; a full shared dinner with drinks lands in the $$$$ range. It is designed for sharing several plates across the table.
Where is Selden Standard in Detroit?
Selden Standard is at 3921 Second Avenue in Midtown's Cass Corridor, Detroit.
Do you need a reservation at Selden Standard?
Reservations are recommended and open about 30 days ahead on Resy, though walk-in seats at the bar are usually available.
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Practical Information
Address3921 Second Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
NeighbourhoodMidtown (Cass Corridor)
CuisineSeasonal New American
PriceSmall plates roughly $12–24; $$$$ for a full shared dinner with drinks
Dress CodeSmart casual
SeatingOpen dining room plus seasonal patio
ReservationReservations via Resy, up to 30 days out; walk-in bar seats
