Sel

First time dining at Sel, the restaurant was recommended to us by friends. I went on the Sel website and saw the "Off Hours Bourbon" event, which was right up our alley. When we arrived we were warmly greeted. The restaurant is small and has bar, main and patio seating. The atmosphere has a very warm, country, bistro feel. The event started with a reception where I had the pleasure of meeting the Chef's wife May, who was so nice. What followed after the reception was a 4 course dinner pairing with crafted Bourbon cocktails and a pure tasting of the bourbon that was used for the cocktail and the accompanied dish. The dishes were a Beef Tenderloin Steak Tartare, Seared Duck Breast, Hanger Steak Au Poivre followed Mousse Cake for dessert. The presentation, taste, timing of the whole meal along with the cocktails was outstanding. It was truly a very enjoyable evening. Atmosphere: small Bistro feel. Service: excellent. Food: excellent

We had a lovely evening here. The restaurant is very cozy and romantic, with a warm atmosphere and lovely service. The chef’s menu is thoughtfully put together, and we enjoyed what we ordered. That said, we would have loved to see a few more vegetarian options. I had noted in the reservation that one of us is vegetarian, and while the host asked who it was when we arrived, we were then given two identical menus and the topic wasn’t mentioned again. Our server also didn’t acknowledge it, which felt a bit odd especially after being asked, but it didn’t ultimately take away from the evening. Overall, we had a good time, enjoyed the food and the ambiance, and would happily come back.

No lie — Sel was so good my colleagues and I went two days in a row! Every single thing we tried was incredible. The staff and chef were absolutely amazing — welcoming, genuine, and clearly passionate about what they do. The food was flawless, from start to finish, and don’t even get me started on the desserts… a prosecco dessert and a marzipan — wow! If I lived closer, I’d be a regular in a heartbeat. Truly one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. And the indoor and outdoor seating was beautiful!!

Incredible experience. They were very willing to modify things for my girlfriend's dietary restrictions and made up a dish on the spot for her. I had the filet mignon and it totally floored me. Great ambience and amazing food and the staff was so awesome. Really nice and very invested in their customers. An amazing experience.

Sel is truly exceptional. The food is top-notch, the steak is absolutely drool-worthy, and the seafood options are just as impressive. Every dish feels intentional, with a beautifully well-thought-out menu and layered, balanced flavors. The intimate setting makes it a perfect romantic date-night spot. One of those places you keep thinking about long after the meal is over.

SELLS ITSELF SHORT Our Friday night anniversary supper started off well with some complimentary bubbles and prompt cocktail delivery. Our server was exceptional, but his kitchen staff was sorely slow and all tables had an extra long drawn-out dining experience. Hub chose the land and I chose the sea 5 course meals. Almost all of the dishes we had were exceptional in terms of flavor and presentation. I did not care for the king salmon course and my husband was not impressed with the Caesar salad. I could’ve eaten one million of the scallop dishes. I understand that a 5 course chef meal should take awhile and be a leisurely experience, but there was zero pace or rhythm to the courses coming out. Our 6:45 reservations had us leaving the restaurant at 9:30 and we even got our desserts to go. Charging the price they do for the supper, it should be a more polished delivery. We did not complain about the experience, but the manager (owner?) took a few drinks off our bill due to it taking so long to have the meal. The other tables also got comp’d.

SEL is the perfect blend of elegance and comfort. It feels modern and elevated, yet welcoming—no pretension, just incredible food and service. Every dish is a journey, rich in global flavors. From smoked trout roe to oxtail with pickled kumquat and spring citrus, each course is a masterful balance of sweet, savory, and smoky. The Five-Course Land Tasting is hands down one of the best options—decadent without being over-the-top, and surprisingly affordable compared to fine dining in cities like Vegas or New York. Joel, our server, was phenomenal. His storytelling brought life to the dining experience—sharing memories from Mexico, New York, and Chicago that made us feel like we were traveling beyond the table. His passion and personality made the evening unforgettable. Thank you to the chef, the owner, and especially Joel for such a memorable night. We’ll absolutely be back.

Sel Wow, just Wow! Very impressive good thing I didn’t have socks on because they would’ve been blown right off. Ambience was brilliant and I love all the plants. This is a special place for a special event although it wasn’t my birthday or anniversary. It was just wonderful for my husband to take me on date night. We did the five plate dinner and it was opulent. They taste and presentations were outstanding. Katelin, the hostess and Josh our wonderful and experience mixologist, the owners are Brandon and May, are delightful? Our waiters were Joel and Lucino who did a fabulous job. Everyone there felt like family. Our experience was a bit pricey, it was worth every dollar. $100 plus a person. I WOULD RECOMMEND

First time dining at Sel, the restaurant was recommended to us by friends. I went on the Sel website and saw the "Off Hours Bourbon" event, which was right up our alley. When we arrived we were warmly greeted. The restaurant is small and has bar, main and patio seating. The atmosphere has a very warm, country, bistro feel. The event started with a reception where I had the pleasure of meeting the Chef's wife May, who was so nice. What followed after the reception was a 4 course dinner pairing with crafted Bourbon cocktails and a pure tasting of the bourbon that was used for the cocktail and the accompanied dish. The dishes were a Beef Tenderloin Steak Tartare, Seared Duck Breast, Hanger Steak Au Poivre followed Mousse Cake for dessert. The presentation, taste, timing of the whole meal along with the cocktails was outstanding. It was truly a very enjoyable evening. Atmosphere: small Bistro feel. Service: excellent. Food: excellent

Okay, the food was so good I forgot to take pictures, but we did get photos of the dessert! We sat at the bar for our first time here and the bartender, Josh, made our experience memorable and delicious. He crafted cocktails based on what we like, and we will definitely be back.

Everything about my experience at Sel was a 10/10. The ambiance, the food, the plating, and the overall dining experience were all absolutely flawless. Josh at the bar was fantastic, and Bella and Moses took such great care of me with service that was warm, attentive, and perfectly timed. Their recommendations were spot on and the new rosé from France was the perfect choice for a warm night. The chef's dishes were not only delicious but beautifully presented. Every plate felt thoughtful and elevated. I can't believe I've lived nearby for years and hadn't been here sooner. Sel has quickly become a favorite, and I'll be recommending it to everyone I know.

We came for a lovely dinner on Saturday evening at 5:15p. It was decently quiet when we arrived and began to pick up in pace around 6:30p. I believe the restaurant went through a makeover of sorts and it's absolutely beautiful and makes for a wonderful ambiance. The food was delicious! Recommended to order a 3 or so apps and/or small plates and then one entree to share between two people. We ordered two small plates, split an entree and then had room for dessert to feel comfortable. We ordered the lamb dumplings to start, followed by the jumbo crab and finished with the tiramisu. All dishes were delicious, perfectly balanced in flavor and richness.

I learned something about Scottsdale. if you're going out on a summer night to Old Scottsdale...you don't need a reservation because you will be the only one out!! lol Apparently a lot of the restaurants there shut down for part of the summer. Sel was going to temporarily closing the next week, so my timing was just right. Otherwise I would have missed one of the best meals I've ever had. Sel is a Michelin quality New American restaurant with three options of pre-fix menus - land, sea, vegetarian. When I arrived for my reservation there was a guy at the bar. Yeah and he and the employees were it for the night! It had a chilll vibe (I.e. European chill-out music in the background). One of the songs I heard playing was Waves (Robin Schulz Remix) by Mr. Probz. The service was excellent and the head chef Brandon (previously from Monarch) even came over and chatted about the food and his vision. I had - Mi Aventura (drink) - Pork belly Bao - New York strip 12oz - STRAWBERRY-MARZIPAN SHORTCAKE The flavor on the Bao was amazing and it was done so well. The NY strip was prepared a great cut prepared just as it should be and the pink peppercorn sauce complimented it perfectly. I'm not a big strawberry shortcake fan, but their unique version of it had won some awards so I had to try it. It was worth the hype. If I'm ever back in Scottsdale I'll be back!!

Such a cute date night spot. The food was great and our waiter was the best! Gosh I with I remembered his name. He had a Spanish accent and was so fun and helpful. I would definitely recommend Sel. The drinks were fantastic. The mixologist personally came to our table and curated a drink for me based on what I liked. They were so good! We started with the Korean short rib bao buns. They were delicious. We shared the filet mignon and it was honestly one of the best steaks we've had in a while. We will definitely go back.

Was going to art walk with some friends from out of town and decided to stop in here because it's so beautiful from the outside with the purple lighting. Very elegant atmosphere. It was happy hour and we were able to get a table on the patio. The service was good and the waiter gave a very good wine recommendation. The truffle fries were very good. I had the waygu beef sliders and they were delicious... my friend from Minnesota had the fish and chips and it was an elevated version with some spice that she loved. The deserts were absolutely phenomenal and even though we were full we finished them. I would go again.

Such friendly service with a smile! Josh the bartender was lovely, personable and funny. Josh made me a tart mocktail with bubbles. Great start! Perfect service! I ordered the happy hour beet salad first. It was a smidge oily and sweet for my taste but I fixed that by adding salt, pepper and lime juice. It was generously portioned which I appreciated. Loved the pomegranate seeds and pistachios I should have dipped into the goat cheese sooner. So good! I moved on to the diver scallop dish. Of my goodness the flavor profile with the truffle was spectacular. I savored every element of this dish! The fois gras cream, the caviar, the blood orange...the everything! Utter perfection for a foodie!! And the strawberry shortcake was the perfect way to end the evening! No wonder it's award winning. The hint of caramel and salt are delectable!

Loved our little dinner on the patio tonight! We were attending Thursday night Artwalk and walked over to Sel with their cozy patio and relaxing music. Delicious dishes from their happy hour menu, the roasted beet salad with Diver scallops -- wow, layered flavors of thinly sliced beets, glazed nuts, goat cheese dressing and pomegranate seeds, and my husband has black cod fish ( with a subtle miso flavor) and chips (shoestring fried with a spicy aoili). Service was responsive and friendly by Moses, who gave a detailed savory description of our dishes when they arrived, which we more + more often find missing from casual but quality restaurants. Really pleased, and will definitely return and spread the word-- thanks Sel!

I'll start with the good the food is AMAZING, I went and ordered the entire happy hour menu and it didn't disappoint. What you read in the description is what you actually taste The Wagyu Sliders and the Short Rib Bao's were 2 of my favorites. If you're not there for happy hour I'd definitely still order the warmed olives they are delicious Now the restaurant seems kind confused because it is white tablecloth, price point is about $50 per entree and it's definitely elevated cuisine but the website says there's a dress code of Casual Elegance, 2 things I don't think even go together at all but I assumed it meant a little more formal then business casual so that's what I did. I, my party, and most other customers were dressed more formally then the hostess and the employee in the blue shirt sitting at the bar. The servers we're in all black so I don't remember if it was polos or button downs BUT I DIDN'T NOTICE which is the point because they blended in and met the expectation I thought the dress code was. I'm not sure if they have AC if it's broken or they keep it really warm but I was sweating by the time I left and the servers were glistening,. Not an something I would expect at that price point. At some point an employee showed up with their toddler who ran around the restaurant and made quite a bit of noise before they removed the child. At the price point and how the restaurant presents itself I wouldn't expect to see a child there let alone an employee bring one in. The servers don't seem trained in finer dining there was reaching over my head across the table a couple times, the first cocktail which was the special of the night took 20 minutes to get to the table, just minor stuff. I've been to both Zuzu and The Ends nearby with similar price points and they were better experiences with also amazing food, I'm not a stranger to this level of dining, so it was just a little disjointed. Wasn't horrible but could be better or maybe it just needs to be tweaked or changed a little bit. The food though is amazing so I would still recommend it, I would also just be aware of what the experience is like.

Celebrated my birthday here and we loved it! Very intimate and romantic. Also, great for an anniversary dinner. Very fresh and beautiful on the inside. The chef greeted us and had his family there which was nice to see. We loved everything the beef rib bao buns, the duck, and the filet mignon. Drinks were smooth and dessert was delicious. Good service and lovely dinner. Recommend making a reservation in advance.

Came in for a small group work dinner and had a wonderful experience! The atmosphere was modern, cozy and inviting, with a clean aesthetic and candlelight. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable yet unobtrusive. Service was unrushed yet well paced and attentive. The food was excellent- everyone enjoyed their meal. Among our group we had the roasted pear salad with crab and scallops, the octopus, caccio & peppe, salmon, and mushroom risotto. All earned rave reviews. We shared several desserts, the tiramisu, the bread pudding and the marzipan which was the standout. Highly recommend Sel for a small group it romantic dinner. I would gladly return next time in in the area.

I have dined here multiple times and have been impressed by the experience Every. Single. Time! Everything from the sexy atmosphere to the uniquely crafted cocktails just oozes decadence! This chef owned restaurant is definitely worth checking out!! The service is wonderful, and the food is delicious! Their a'la carte menu is thoughtful, unique, and flavor forward! They have everything from tempura black prawns to Korean short rib steam buns, cavier, foie gras, steak, octopus, and everything in between!! You can even try one of their three 5 course tasting menu's And dessert is just as good! Their award winning strawberry marzipan shortcake dessert takes butter cake to a whole other level! It's sinfully sweet, silky, crunchy, and fluffy!! Texture heaven! You cannot go wrong to come have dinner here! The only downside to having dinner here, is you will miss out on their juicy and melt in your mouth wagyu sliders from their happy hour menu!

I was walking by Sel the other day and noticed their happy hour sign and decided to stop in. Wow I'm so glad I did! Sell is an intimate quaint restaurant offering the finest bites and happy hour around. Service was fast and friendly. It definitely had a regular crowd that you could tell really love to come together and enjoy great food, conversation and wine. We tried the fries, wagyu sliders and bao buns and I wanted more of everything. Fries were made in house and came with a delectable truffle aoili. Our server even asked if we wanted 1 more slider as the order comes with 3 (there were 2 of us). Why don't other people say this? Haha it was such a nice touch and a great move showing their care and attention to detail. I'd definitely recommend going here. It would be a great spot for a date night!

What a hidden gem!! I brought one of my teams at work to this spot for dinner, and here's a breakdown of how I'd rate all the things... Food: 5++ stars. $$$$ is the right rating on price for sure too... but quality is way up there, flavors are epic, and presentation is impressive. Hot tip: If you are coming in hungry, I'd suggest ordering a starter and/or a small plate first. Portions aren't huge for the larger plates, but still a good amount if you aren't starving. I had the braised lamb ravioli, which was delicious, but it came with 4 large ravioli (I think) and I could have eaten at least 2 more :) We also ordered the shrimp tempura starter which came with 2 total pieces.. so make sure to order a few extras if you're hungry. Also, expect some pricey drinks too. My glass of pinot noir was $28, but it did not dissappoint. Service: 5-stars for sure. Our server was really friendly, attentive, but not intrusive. Thank you to all the staff for asking about dietary restrictions ahead of time as well. Vibe: 5++ stars. While this is a white tablecloth spot, there was some fun music going in the background which kept the energy high, and not stuffy for a corporate dinner. I feel old saying this, but I wouldn't have minded the volume a tad quieter, but we could still hear each other if we spoke up. HOT TIP: When I booked our reservation, they charged a $250 deposit on my card, which was taken off the final bill. I was a little surprised by this since it was more than 48 hrs before the reservation, but luckily we didn't need any changes on it. When you have a larger group, maybe ask them what to expect when it comes to this process. Otherwise, really had an amazing experience and highly recommend giving this spot a try!!

After having several wonderful experiences at Sel and talking it up to many friends, I brought two other couples on 3/29 and was rather disappointed. Fernando was not working that night and the bar was horribly slow. We sat with empty drinks outside for 20mins between rounds the entire night. The food was wonderful as usual. Service was very off, timing was off, and the communication was poor. Then Sel added an "autograt" of 20% to our check and I later find out they charged my guest $200 to make the reservation for a party of 6 (which was refunded on the check). Because everyone has an off night I'm willing to give them another try but I sure hope that does not happen again.

What a wonderful evening. What a special experience I don't know what took us so long to enjoy an evening at Sel. From the hostess to our servers, Luciano and Franco to our absolutely delicious dinner the evening couldn't have been better. They have a happy hour until 6:30 PM that includes being able to have a bottle of wine for half off and at the end of the meal, we were brought a taste of port from Portugal that was delicious. Chef Brandan even came over to thank us for coming in, which was an unexpected touch. The room is small, but intimate was wonderful as you can really carry on a conversation. We will definitely be returning!

Sel Wow, just Wow! Very impressive good thing I didn't have socks on because they would've been blown right off. Ambience was brilliant and I love all the plants. This is a special place for a special event although it wasn't my birthday or anniversary. It was just wonderful for my husband to take me on date night. We did the five plate dinner and it was opulent. They taste and presentations were outstanding. Katelin, the hostess and Josh our wonderful and experience mixologist, the owners are Brandon and May, are delightful? Our waiters were Joel and Lucino who did a fabulous job. Everyone there felt like family. Our experience was a bit pricey, it was worth every dollar. $100 plus a person. I WOULD RECOMMEND

We have eaten at Sel before and it was amazing food... And so when they joined Restaurant Week and we saw their menu, we knew we had to go. It did not disappoint. I was a little worried as we had to make a reservation for outside but the outdoor seating is on the east side, so you are not in the sun, has a lot of beautiful greenery and flowers, misters and some swamp cooler A/C units. So it was actually quite pleasant! We could hear each other talk without having to raise our voices, heard the server perfectly and we weren't overwhelmed by other patrons' conversations. The service was also excellent..our server was very attentive and our waters, for the most part, stayed full. I did run out at the very end but it wasn't a huge deal. The food... Now... The fun part.... The asparagus soup was good. I probably wouldn't order it outside of this fixed menu. The garnishes were definitely needed to add depth to the soup. The prawns had an amazing char on them and the potato pancakes underneath was delicious! The winner of the appetizers, in my opinion, was the charred sweet corn and tapioca pearl ragout. The flavors blended together extremely well and just gave so much depth to this dish. It was delicious and I could have eaten much more. For the entree my husband got the halibut and I got the filet. We always share... His halibut... Oh wow... It was perfectly cooked, had an amazing sear on the outside. It had a wonderful squash puree and some wild ramps. Everything complemented each other for an amazing dish. The filet... I make a mean steak.... And so I find steaks are often times subpar. When I can find a good steak at a restaurant... It's... . This. Steak. Was. Perfectly. Cooked! And seasoned! It had a wonderful sear on the outside, the seasoning wasn't overpowering but made the meat shine. The sauces and potatoes underneath were a wonderful addition! The only thing I wasn't impressed with was the oyster mushroom..one end actually was quite delicious but the wider part lacked flavor and was just chewy. Now for the desserts. We decided to try three. The blackberry-sake cobbler was good... The blackberries were a bit underwhelming. I didn't notice a distinct pop of flavor I would have expected. Th gelato was delicious. The white chocolate pine nut date bread pudding was delicious. I would get it again. It was served hot and the flavors all blended together in a sweet yet savory dish. The bread pudding melted in your mouth. The winner of the desserts was the strawberry Marzipan Shortcake. The chef had won an award for it and it is clear why. You wouldn't expect the depth of flavors... But the shortcake is nice and airy and he adds a sea salt to it that makes everything pop. It was like.. oh this is good... Oh wow... Type of moment. The second the salt hit.. so good. I wasn't sure anything could top the bread pudding but that shortcake was the clear winner for the whole table.. In the pictures, there are sometimes two of th same dish. That is because even the plating was unique and added a fun element to the experience. The fish was served on a dish that reminded me of half of a clam shell.. the steak was served on a plate that looked like a white stone .. and the appetizers were in a unique bowl that was admired by all at the table. Apparently we weren't the only once to notice and comment on them per our server I love Sel and would love to eat there more often but it is quite expensive for the average Joe. It is a great place for special celebrations or, if they join restaurant week again, a great chance for some amazing food, beautiful ambiance and excellent service! Highly recommend

Some of our friends recommended this restaurant to us. So my husband booked a surprise date night. Ambience - The ambience is very intimate and romantic. Service - The service was very good. Our server was knowledgeable and helped us decide if we should go with an appetizer or dessert. Food - Both of our entrées were fantastic! I had the herb roasted venison loin rack. It was encrusted in a pinenut black truffle brioche and served with smoked caramelized onions and celery root purée. It was absolutely delicious and I wish I could have picked my plate up and licked it clean. My husband had the 12 ounce grilled New York strip served with caramelized onions and truffle fries. His steak was also delicious and cooked perfectly. For dessert we had the strawberry marzipan shortcake. It too, was scrumptious. I enjoyed the reduced balsamic glaze. I felt it brought the dessert together nicely. Next time I will save my appetite and try their tasting menu. You can view it in my attached photos.

Amazing from start to finish. Bartender josh just adds to the meal. Amazing food and great service.

First time in. WOW! It was amazing. Beautiful spot with a great patio. Had Scallop Crudo, Foie Gras, Octopus and Strawberry-Marzipan Shortbread. All beautifully plated and delicious! Nice bar and excellent wine program; I had an excellent glass of Grand Cru Riesling from Alsace France. Service was excellent; professional and friendly. Owner May even stopped by. Impressive! Can't wait to visit next time in AZ!

Intimate setting, well designed and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Had a great time with my team and a yummy dinner. Really like the modern, unique food fusions. I like trying new dishes is a cool space. If you do too, try Sel.

Well just when we thought the best could not be topped - we were blown away by our experience at Sel. First, Ava was a great initial first experience - not only with helping with making our reservations, but also as our hostess - first class!! The food was outstanding - please see pictures - the plating was gorgeous. The best of the evening was the tomato soup with a surprise grilled cheese - so flavorful and delicious! The freshness of the ingredients and tastefully crafted courses were tremendous. Had a wonderful conversation with May who oversees all evening activities - she is the best. So helpful and informative - always with a smile! We will be back soon to try the many fresh items on the menu. We came because of AZ Restaurant Week - and will be back often because we are fans!!!

Sel is doing a really smart thing and has set up a special happy hour menu for summer! It's great but don't think you'll just strong in and do a tasting. They are staying very busy. We grabbed a reservation last night at 5:15. Within 15 minutes the place was full. Service was impeccable and there was no shaming that we were just there for the happy hour. Our waiter was friendly and helped us make our drink selections. Cocktails were fabulous and I'm only sorry that I can't remember the names to share. We split an order of warm olives (cured in house), a roasted beet salad, and the short ribs buns. Perfection. I loved the complexity of the salad; blue cheese arugula, beets, pistachio, pear, balsamic vinagrette. Short rib surprised me too! It had daikon and grated carrots and maybe radish sprouts? Next time, I'll be back for the full 5-course menu but this is a great way to engage with a top restaurant especially during the hot months.

What an absolutely breathtaking meal. One to remember for a lifetime. My husband and I had a gift card to blow and Sel was the perfect choice. It's a small and romantic restaurant with big talent brewing inside. Chefs Brandon and John deserve a James Beard award immediately! We did the chef's tasting menu and my husband did the wine pairing. I got champagne, and it was so refreshing! They brought out complimentary homemade sourdough bread and amuse-bouche. The different dishes they served us included gazpacho (with peach sorbet inside?!), prawn, crudo, and venison/filet mignon for our entrees. The one that blew us away the most was the gazpacho - it was legitimately better than gazpacho that we recently had in Spain. Whoever thought about putting the sorbet inside it was a genius. Dessert was bread pudding and peach cobbler, with homemade whipped cream. We could not stop drooling over these decadent desserts. We left so full and even more impressed. The quality of each bite and the care to craft each plate was on another level. This is one of the best meals I've ever had and I recommend you go for a special evening with someone who appreciates good food! Also, thank you to Omar the GM, the host, and the servers, who explained each dish for us and were extremely friendly and welcoming! I especially loved how Chef John came out and checked on us. I really felt like everyone took care of us and was invested in our experience at Sel.

Great service, creative dishes, incredible taste, the owners...amazing. A foodie place to visit when in Scottsdale.

The food and cocktails here are so good, instead of trying another restaurant, we returned here for another meal. Highly recommend the foie gras, the beetroot salad and the crispy duck. Lovely outdoor and indoor dining spaces, with friendly service.

Sel always delivers on quality! It is by far my favorite restaurant in AZ. So many restaurants are all about the scene and lack on the culinary aspect. I love that Sel is not a chain, so the quality of the food is unparalleled! They also have a great Happy Hour, which is a must try.

Where to start....we found this place by accident as the place we reserved had no inside tables and they sat us at a table outside in the intense heat and we decided to leave. Happen to look into this place and saw 2 seats at the bar and decided to try it out. We are so glad we did. The drinks from the artist that some may call a bar tender were next level. His ability to make bespoke drinks was truly an art and all we told him was what we liked. On top of his brilliance mixing drinks he is also a trained sommelier (wine expert). Any night of the day that would have been enough for a great experience, however we then received the food we ordered which started with DIVER SCALLOP CRUDO. Upon the first bite we were both speechless, the flavors and the textures of the dish were beautifully done. I honestly did not want to drink anything else because the flavor was so amazing. We then moved on to the GRILLED SPANISH OCTOPUS. Again the flavor and texture were amazing with more happiness with each bite. The Squid Ink pasta complimented the Octopus so well and was just as amazing on it's own. Also, want to reiterate we were still drinking the amazing bespoke drinks from the artist behind the bar. The drinks were never the same but all equally delicious and beautiful. We finished the night with the award winning STRAWBERRY-MARZIPAN SHORTCAKE. Again this did not disappoint and closed out the night perfectly. Sweet but not too sweet and the shortcake had to be the best I have ever had. In closing, if you are in Old Town Scottsdale and want enjoy good food and drinks this is the place you want to be. Service, Atmosphere, Food and drinks all as amazing and better than any of the restaurants I have had the pleasure to try around the world and that includes the Michelin Stared ones!

I have been to this place four times now and each was as great or better than the last time. The food is creative and delicious. The portion sizes are just right for a tasting menu and the wine pairings are unique and really compliment the dishes. The service is the perfect balance of attention yet relaxed. Currently the place is tastefully decorated for the holiday season. I would recommend a reservation as it is small... The size that makes you feel special.

SEL delivers a standout tasting menu experience that justifies every dollar. Service is warm, polished, and attentive without being overbearing. Each course is a thoughtful, beautifully plated combination of bold flavor and precision. On an evening to treat ourselves it was amazing! Wine pairings are spot on, and the pacing is seamless. The space is intimate, with a calm, confident energy that elevates the entire night. SEL isn't just a dinner, it's an experience worth savoring.

I picked this place for my 3 girlfriend's and I to celebrate my 25th birthday. We originally reserved a patio table but a storm was a approaching and weather turning bad so when we were already arranged to sit inside upon on arrival we felt a lot better. Our server was quick and attentive. We got the cheese board for an appetizer, the cheeses were good but nothing to rave about. The Korean style beef short rib steam buns were our favorite for sure. The vegetable garnish on the buns made for the most amazing flavors in my mouth. The cacio e pepe pappardelle pasta was made up large delectable noodles with a light well season sauce and yummy peas. My favorite part of the dining experience was the strawberry shortcake - butter cake that was brought out to celebrate my birthday to end out the evening. It was served up with a side up delightful pink ice cream. It was so yummy and felt super special.

This place is very interesting and it is very accessible. We got the 5-course tasting. I liked the presentation and flavours. For the main course I would suggest the Filet over Venison because it was very dry. One issue I had with some dishes was that they were too salty unfortunately. Otherwise they were great! With regard to the cocktails I would say they're very typical and I think there could be more innovation. The service is good and the ambiance was very cozy! I do suggest this place and hopefully their dishes arent that salty next time :)

A wonderful restaurant with great staff. This was our third time at Sel and it has always been a perfect experience. The food is expertly prepared and always delicious. at our table, we had the sea menu and also the vegetarian menu, both of which were excellent. Everything was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. The staff was extremely attentive. It was a beautiful atmosphere outdoors on the terrace. I highly recommend.

I came here for my birthday dinner with my parents during their happy hour, and it was absolutely fantastic. They were super accommodating and helpful in being able to create/modify meals for my allergies. The ambiance was so beautiful and the bathrooms are SO CUTE with the little salt shakers in the wall (as a nod to the restaurant name sel, which is salt in French). The cocktails were also absolutely fantastic too. Everything was DEFINITELY WORTH EVERY PENNY.

I don't have enough wonderful things to say about this place!! Small place in old town with an amazing chef. We did the tasting menu and if you're looking for an experience you MUST do it. If you thought you'd never try a food before I promise you your pallet will diversify when you try this food. Now, this IS a very fine dining experience and I truly felt that the portions were bigger than expected. Vegetarian tasting menu as well which is cool, very inclusive. Drinks were amazing and bartender recommended drinks were a hit. Service was great too! Our party was 6 people. Given the smaller atmosphere it will be less servers I imagine but it was about half full inside and outside and still run very very well. Chef came by our table which was nice. I will definitely be adding this to my list of favorites for fine dining.

My wife & I went to SEL to celebrate our anniversary. What a gem of a restaurant. The chefs menu (sea & land) was outstanding. Our service was exceptional and the ambiance was perfect for a romantic dinner. We can't wait to go back. Cheers

This place is a new favorite for special nights, celebrations, or a fancy evening to splurge on an experience! I went for the tasting menu and my husband did the same and added the wine pairing. The whole experience and chef-curated plates made a night to remember. Everything was so flavorful and really walked you through different culinary techniques and profiles. Each plate and tasting was well worth it. My favorite item was the lobster tagliatelle - the lobster with the umami flavors blended wonderfully with the homemade pasta! The pasta was meaty and soaked up the garlic and butterfly goodness! The ambiance and service felt high class but not stuck up! This was a big bonus because the service we had was phenomenal. Moses and team did a beautiful job of making sure we were taken care of. I really enjoyed the experience they provided as one team!

My husband and I celebrated our 10th anniversary at Sel and we were happy with what we ordered. I really wanted to try the Chef's Tasting Menu, but also wanted to try the foie gras and caviar - all of that together would have been too much to eat, so I decided to go the a la carte route. The food was top notch and we had a great experience. The caviar was light and surprisingly velvety and paired excellently with the deviled egg creme fraiche. I tried it with the mignonette, but the creme fraiche was by far the best. The foie gras, also velvety, but I felt the bordelaise sauce was overly salty and did not highlight the foie or the apples. The beet and roasted vegetable soup was delicious, smoky and slightly spicy - not sure if they'll ever add that to the menu, but the chef really should! Finally, the crab was tender, soft and perfectly seasoned and not butter heavy. The mushroom pappardelle was just as tasty as the other dishes. I really couldn't fit any more food in my stomach and sadly had to decline dessert. Sel is a great experience.

We came to Sel for my birthday celebration! We were looking for a not so crazy expensive multiple course dinner. Sel has five courses for $120 and that is very good for a Scottsdale restaurant. The place was not as busy as I expected it to be for 5 pm on a Saturday. We did get sat in the corner which didn't give the best vibes but it is a cute place. My main concern was the speed of the dishes coming out because I do eat fast. They were very speedy with clearing plates and getting the next course out! The wait staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about each dish. The food had amazing flavors! The must try's are the CITRUS CURED HIRAMASA CRUDO, GRILLED WHITE ASPARAGUS and the STRAWBERRY-MARZIPAN SHORTCAKE. Some that didn't quite hit the mark for us was CRISPY COLD WATER LOBSTER TAIL and the worst tiramisu I have ever had being the FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TIRAMISU. I do recommend this place for the experience but not every dish really wowed us like we could hope for the price tag.

I came here for my birthday dinner this year and had a lovely meal. We sat out on the patio. Parking was available along the street out front. I started off with a cocktail called Old Town Candy Shop, which was a unique combination of tart flavors. For the rest of the meal, we tried a selection of various dishes on the menu, but the one that stood out to me the most was the wagyu striploin. It was so flavorful and rivaled wagyu that you would find at any steakhouse. Good food and good service!

Last night was our second time going to Sel. Both times, we went for Restaurant Week. Everything about Sel is wonderful: classy but warm ambiance, impeccable service, and their delicious and creative cocktails and food. We both started with asparagus cream soup. I wanted to lick the bowl clean. Second course, I had a delicious corn dish. Third course, I had gnocchi with fiddlehead ferns. I was blown away. The texture of the gnocchi was perfect, the sauce was so flavorful, and the ferns were so unique and a tasty surprise. My husband loved his filet mignon. I really appreciate that so much creativity and care goes into crafting their vegetarian dishes. Other restaurants have such boring and lackluster vegetarian options. I can always count on Sel to impress me!

This is a lovely place for a special occasion or an evening out with the family. The flavors and presentations were outstanding. The hostess and the entire staff were so friendly and welcoming. We had wonderful experience and hope to go back next time we're in Scottsdale. Well done Sel for giving our family a truly enjoyable dining experience at the end of a hard afternoon. We left relaxed and in great spirits.

We had a great dinner at SEL last night. This is a very unique dining experience when choosing a chef menu. Each course is perfectly prepared, the culinary creativity, presentation, and thought behind all of the small dishes is outstanding. The filet was one of the best filets we have ever enjoyed. The desserts are unique, full of great flavors and equally beautiful in the way they're prepared and served. The restaurant is small and nicely done with a very well trained staff that provides exceptional service, and knowledge of a complex list of ingredients used in the various dishes. My only complaint would be that the wine pairing for $120 per person seemed to lack the sophistication and quality that the food and the rest of the experience provided. I would not do the wine pairing, but rather choose off the wine list if we went to again. There are also several unique dishes on the à la carte menu that I would like to go back and try, and the pricing on the à la carte menu, seems reasonable for such a wonderful culinary experience. If you get a chance to go, and want an upscale date night, it would be an excellent choice. The four dollar signs is accurate as this is an upscale and expensive experience.

I regret not taking pictures, but I will not forget this place as the flavors were so memorable. We got two tasting menus with a side of foie gras- the meal came out to several hundred dollars but it was worth it to experience the thoughtful and artistic composition of each dish. Our waiter was attentive and polite, and the outdoor seating was styled in such a cool, classy, and romantic fashion. A lovely date spot.

Absolutely love it here on so many dimensions!The food is incredible (which I'll get back to), but every person who worked here shared a passion and understanding of the food and created a personal connection with the patrons and the food. I stumbled upon this place on business travel, but it reminded me of my local absolute favorite restaurant and the staff who work there... I almost never get that feeling. I'll start with the cocktails... extremely inventive while honoring the craft. I love the connections to death and co and other infamous mixologist havens.. yet somehow they elevated the creativity and took true delight in the craft. The food was high quality and very creative. I loved the bold highlights without going overboard or heavy handed. My favorite was the scallop crudo in a soy ginger wasabi sauce with salmon row and foie gras. Very impressed and would love to go back as soon as possible!

I made this reservation to celebrate my son and daughter-in-law's fifth wedding anniversary. The host on the phone was very helpful when I made the reservation. We were very much looking forward to a special evening. We were disappointed on all counts. The food was underwhelming, very expensive, with portions being small. Food arrived cold. On a bright note, the steak and dessert were delicious. I asked to speak with someone, but didn't want to spoil the evening for our special couple, I'm still waiting for the owner to call me, and this was several weeks ago. Sadly, I would be hard pressed to return or to recommend.

My sister was in town and wanted to have a girls night, that was until my significant other and buddy were free for the night and we decided to do fancy dinner night. We dressed to the nines! Dinner ordered: Drinks: A Bottle of Barrel Hoops Chardonnay 5/5 Mr.Pink 5/5 Seltzer De Piore 4/5 A glass of Bethel Heights Pinot Noir 4/5 Food: Korean Style Short Rib Steam Buns 3/5 (2) Prime Filet Mignon Steak Tartare 4/5 Grilled Spanish Octopus 3/5 Grilled Prime N.Y.E Strip 5/5 (2) chef's tastings -Malpeque Oyster Stew 5/5 -Ahi Tuna Poke 3.5/5 -Iberico Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel 4/5 -Seared Sea Bass 5/5 -Grilled SRF Wagyu Filet Mignon 5/5 - Strawberry-Marzipan Shortcake 5/5 -White Chocolate Pine Nut Date Bread Pudding 5/5 Food wise, almost everything was delicious besides my entree of Grilled Spanish Octopus. The octopus was cooked perfectly, however the squid ink capellini was beyond salty. It was overly powerful and with a different salt profile than you would think of normal sea or table salt, it tasted more closely of the Southeast Asian condiment shrimp paste. Steak was ordered medium and came out medium rare. Service: 4/5 Everything was great until the end. At the tail end of the meal after dessert, we were ready for the check and told the last food runner we wanted the check however it didn't come, our server was at the bar hanging out as it was the end of the night. It wasn't until my sister waved him down and informed we wanted the check. Total time: Reservation- 6:45 Arrived- 6:30 Seated: Immediately Check received: 9:15