This place is aesthetic. The vibe and the staff are amazing. This place is very unique in many aspects. The food was good. The steak tartare was delicious. I really enjoyed the chips that came with it. The seafood pasta was delicious, it was full of flavor. The fries were okay. They were really dry and very basic. The mac and cheese was okay too. It tasted like Kraft max & cheese. Some of prices were overpriced for the quality of the food. I really enjoyed the environment. The parking is limited but there is a deck, you can park in and walk to the restaurant. You just have to remember to validate your ticket. read more

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First, the food is every good as the others said. I would not hesitate to come back here for the food. However, the ambiance and overall experience was less than what one should expect at this price point. We had a 7 pm reservation but wasn't seated until 7:20. Was told to wait in the jam packed bar area which was very unpleasant. The seating is on top on each other with the servers constantly brushing up against the table. Again the food was really amazing, but the price point should have made it a much more inviting and comfortable experience. read more

My wife and I made reservations for a Saturday night to eat at The Select to celebrate our anniversary. The Select is located in the relatively new Sandy Spring City Center. There is a parking deck underneath so no issues finding parking. We arrived right on time for our reservation, and were seated right away. The decor was pretty cool. Well lit and perhaps on the slightly loud side, but not bad. Tables are fairly close together and it was quite full, but no issue there. Glad it is packed and doing well. We started with a cocktail each. I had a Manhattan and it was very very good. I forget what my wife had, but she was also quite happy with her cocktail. We brought a nice bottle from our home collection. The corkage fee was $20 I believe. The pre dinner bread was warm and delicious. I had to use some discipline to not eat too much. For our meals my wife ordered the Miso Sea Bass and I ordered the Lamb Gnocchi. While my gnocchi was pretty good, it paled in comparison to the Sea Bass. Think Nobu Miso Black Cod and it's pretty similar but this might even be better. Next time I am ordering that for sure. Service was appropriate speed, pleasant and professional. I'm really glad we chose The Select for our celebration. Since my entree was just okay, I can't give it 5 stars. Also, my next paragraph will contribute to losing a star. The bar area looked super cool, so we wanted to go sit at the bar and have a post dinner drink. And indeed the decor of the bar is super cool. Kind of reminded me of a mini Garden Room (Buckhead if you have been). However, the experience was tainted by a subpar bartender. Without getting into too much detail, we could just tell he didn't want us to be there. Or at least that is how he made us feel. Wish I had gotten his name...but I bet management knows who I am talking about. That said, The Select is a solid spot. I highly recommend you try it and that at least one person in your party gets the Sea Bass. Just skip the gnocchi read more

The Select - Miso Sea Bass! Delicious!!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

First time visiting The Select. First of all, I love the date night vibe, but it's also perfect for dinner with the girls. First course was my favorite: the roasted Spanish Octopus was perfection. Second course was the lamb burger paired with sweet and spicy Brussel Sprouts. The burger was tasty but not amazing. Finally ended with a few bites of the Tiramisu. The Tiramisu is heavier and more cake like than a traditional Tiramisu...but I loved it! Finally I also loved the ginger margarita. Melina was our server and all her recommendations were great. She recommended the ginger margarita with a sugar rim and a touch of pomegranate. Yum! read more

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The ambiance and food presentation were great. At the time of our visit it was very busy so much was left to be desired in the service area. Our food sat for a while before being served so was no longer hot. Our food modifications were also ignored. Because it was very busy I can give them grace and look to return again at some point. Hopefully I won't be disappointed in the service 2nd time around especially considering they add an automatic service fee to the bill. read more

The Select - French toast - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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After learning about this place from social media, I decided to book a reservation for a birthday dinner. The environment was very calming but busy. There were almost packed for a Wednesday night. The service was a little slow at the start, but it got better towards the end of our dinner. I had the birds of paradise, and I fell in love with how they presented it in a bird shape glassware. The drink was fantastic, and it is a must-try if you like fruit and mint in your drinks. If we didn't have wine for dinner, I would have ordered more. For appetizers, we were recommended to order the steak tartare and the butcher's block together, and they were not wrong. The cheese from the butcher's block went well with the steak tartare, and everything was tasty. For dinner, I had the seafood pasta, and I would say everything was almost fantastic about the dish. The only complaint I have is that the sea bass felt slightly out of place in this dish. When you eat it with the light tomato broth with a bit of kick to it and the squid ink pasta, to me, it did not taste as good as when I took a bite of my pasta with the shrimp or scallops. My partner had the lasagna, which was highly recommended by our server, and he enjoyed it very much. Overall, we would come back. We weren't seated in a great area and will ask for better seating next time we come back! We enjoyed the entire experience, and we had a great birthday dinner at The Select. read more

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First of all, Jordan from UK was incredible, attentive, and charismatic. We went for my dad's birthday and they treated him so well with champagne and a dessert (get the sticky toffee pudding it is to die for!!!) My pasta was incredible. My sister loved the wagyu burger. The French onion soup was great! My mother got the salmon and it was as good as salmon could be. Green beans were a bit raw. The octopus appetizer was delicious. The ambiance was beautiful for Christmas. Overall very special dinner! read more

The Select - Christmas drink - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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I visited The Select with a girlfriend of mine and my first impression was that the seating was a bit close for my liking. However, I did like that they had screens in between the tables. My roasted chicken was juicy but the plating wasn't really appealing. Mac & cheese was great! My girl had the lamb chops and just commented on the size being smaller than expected. We died the BIRD OF PARADISE drink and it was cute but not worth the price. Overall the experience was good. The waitress was very attentive and didn't make us feel rushed. We enjoyed the esthetics of the Resturant as well. read more

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First time here and the service and atmosphere were great but the food was not a good as expected. We started with the oysters which were very disappointing. they were small and overpriced in my opinion. I typically go to the market and buy oysters and shuck them myself. It's easy once you do it a couple times and its worth the effort. I got the miso sea bass with forbidden black rice, pickled shiitake mushrooms, orange miso and bok choy. The fish was cooked perfectly with a crispy seared outside and soft flaky inside. also the pickled shiitake mushrooms were delicious. The rice was slightly sweet and the bok choy was bland. there was a subtle flavor of miso and I think the dish needed to have more flavor and a lot more salt. My girlfriend got the Seafood pasta with squid ink pasta, shrimp, scallops, sea bass, Calabrian peppers and tomato broth. My girlfriend was not a fan of the black pasta but she is picky to be honest and I thought it was just fine. the fish was cooked perfectly but the clams were a bit chewy but they usually are. The flavor was subtle and needed more salt. Overall the food was prepared well and the service was great. The food was in need of salt and the flavors were not as strong or bold as I would like. They had a great atmosphere and have a dance area next to the bar. Something I dont enjoy is having to pay for parking which is something new in sandy springs. Ive lived here my whole life and never had to pay for parking until recently. I will be coming back to try other menu items. read more

The Select - Sea Bass with forbidden black rice, pickled shiitake mushrooms and bak choy - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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April 2022* S U M M A R Y Very cute spot. Great ambience. Expensive drinks that don't seem quite worth it. T A S T E I didn't find anything on the tiny cocktail menu that enticed me (which is rare). So I asked the bartender to make me something. I told her I liked vodka and grapefruit (but nothing sweet) and she made me something that tasted good. My sister got both the bird paradise (which comes in the cute bird cup but has a tiny serving) and the pomegranate martini. She liked both of her drinks but felt they were extremely overpriced. This means a lot coming from someone who frequently goes out for drinks and has no issue paying for drinks. S E R V I C E Our bartender wasn't too friendly but was quite busy. She wasn't rude or anything but I feel bartenders, more than waiters, should be more talkative and welcoming. A M B I E N C E This place is absolutely beautiful. The seating area is open concept and cute but the bar area, towards the back is the star. There's this amazing arrangement of hanging flowers coming from the ceiling. It's mesmerizing. The bar gets packed quickly for this reason. P R I C E 15$ per drink R A T I N G 1 star off because I couldn't justify the price of the drinks and the food menu was boring. read more

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First things first the restaurant is beautiful! I made reservations and we were seated immediately. For a Sunday brunch that is awesome. The ceiling at the bar is amazing. Florals are my favorites and great opportunity for photos. Everything is so cute. The food is presentable and delicious. My favorite includes french toast and short rib hash. My first time and definitely will come back and try the dinner menu. read more

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Super cute venue. Came here for brunch with my girls. The food and drinks where really good. Definitely want to come back. read more

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I would skip the weekend brunch and come here for dinner. It's a great fun diverse atmosphere. We made reservations for 8:30 pm on a Friday night but didn't get seated until 9:15 pm. While we waited in the bar area (like packed sardines), the staff came around and offered complimentary champagne to those waiting for a table which was a nice surprise. We finally got a table near the bar area, it was very cramped and the table was small for the amount of food we ordered. We tried the pomegranate cocktail and it was way too sweet. I would try to bird cocktail next time because it looks very interesting. We started with the duck meatballs, which were so tender. We also got the charcuterie board, the board was great!! We loved the selection of meat and cheeses, and I loved the honey and jam that came with it. The entrees were definitely on the pricey side. We ordered the seafood pasta (squid ink), the miso sea bass, roasted chicken and the house pasta. Everything was cooked perfectly and seasoned well! Very unique and interesting flavors. My favorite was the seafood pasta or the chicken. The portions were on the smaller side for the price. At around 10 pm, the DJ started playing old school Jams. Overall, I would come here for a special occasion and for a fun time. read more

Simply the best! Delicious food and great atmosphere. Perfect for brunch. Book in advance read more

The Select - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

Beautiful scenery. The staff are so welcoming and sweet. They made me feel so special on my birthday. The food was delicious. I got salmon with lentils and turmeric cauliflower. The dish was pretty and full of flavor. I don't like the cauliflower it had a very strong taste but everything else was good My sister doesn't eat cheese and the server was no where to be found for 30 minutes so she lost her appetite. My friend ordered the lasagna and she said it was on the bland side but could tell the pasta was fresh. They also didn't bring out her fries. Overall everything was okay. I would return read more

The Select - Moroccan salmon - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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We had the most amazing meal and service (thanks Laura O!) last night. We chose small plates and no alcohol and were given the same amazing service as if we were ordering entries and drinks. We will return as soon as we have the chance! read more

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This was my first time here & I had a great experience. We made a reservation and still had to wait about 15-20 minutes, that is why they are receiving a 4/5. I started off with the ceviche & a drink called the obsession, both were 10/10. For my entree I got the short ribs & it was amazing, the meat was super tender. We didn't sit in the room with the flower roof but the ambiance was great. I would love to go back and try their brunch. Lastly our server David was the one of the reasons for our great experience! read more

Excellent Birthday Dinner today! Julz' excellent recommendations were fantastic. Service supreme! We will be back...soon! read more

The Select - Sea Bass was excellent at The Select. - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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Lobster Wedge. With bacon jam. That's all. The best wedge salad I have ever had. I need the exact name of the blue cheese this restaurant uses, because it was also the best I ever had. The service was great too, we had someone checking on us every 10ish minutes. The ambiance of the place was cute and fun! Will definitely be coming back read more

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Atlanta in general is filled with hype around a lot of places so I went to The Select with the expectation that it could be one of those that looked pretty in pictures. I was hoping for good food. The decision to go to The Select was a great one. It was one of the best experiences I've had in Atlanta. It was my friend's birthday and I arrived early so I sat at the bar. I was greeted by Matt and Jacob who answered all my questions about what to eat since I don't eat meat. I chose the Patagonia Salmon Plancha and once my friend arrived she had the Benedict. Both dishes presented beautifully and the salmon was cooked to perfection. Dessert for me was the date cake which was phenomenal and the crème brûlée for my friend which completed the experience. The bar was slammed yet the service was amazing and quite frankly I can't imagine sitting at a table would have been better. My friend had a ball. She is a native Atlantan and is rarely overwhelmed but the experience here made it so. Not only is this place beautiful but the dishes, service and vibe was a 10. read more

The Select - This is their signature drink the dragon bird. - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

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Yelp: things to consider in your review; food, service, ambiance ... ok let's go The food: I got the Korean BBQ short ribs, which she said were spicy, I guess because it came with "seasoned cabbage", I'm assuming this was their take on Kim Chee, but it had zero spice and was severely lacking in any Asian flavor whatsoever. No ginger, no garlic, no gochujang, no oyster sauce, no sesame oil, Nothing! Just meat and cabbage. However, my wife really enjoyed her salmon, which was perfectly cooked, and the other adults in our party seemed ok with their food, so do with this what u will. The service: Destiny was our server, and she was very sweet and attentive. 5 stars to her. However from an overall service perspective, the kitchen was a little slow, and our food came out inconsistently at first, but that did get better. But when we asked for a couple candles because we were seated in a very dark area, and could barely see our food, no one was particularly interested in making that happen. Destiny said they didn't have any candles, the manager (tall thin white guy) gave us a little attitude, but did eventually find 2 candles for 9 people. They just made it seem like we were inconveniencing them, which never feels good when u're on the receiving end of that. The ambiance: This is a very pretty restaurant, feels very French and cafe like, but as I said, it's dimly lit, which is romantic, but some table lamps would be nice, so I can see my food FCS! Also they use these little café chairs, which I found a little uncomfortable after 30/45 min, but the restaurant did get very busy for a Sunday evening, so maybe uncomfortable chairs are serving their purpose I don't know how old this place is, but it's a little rough around the edges right now, lots of potential though. I know the restaurant business is not easy, so I wish them all the best. read more

The Select - Korean bbq short ribs. Not impressed - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

We had reservations for noon Brunch on a Sunday. The place was packed. The decor and ambience was so nice. We sat in the bar area at a high top under the ceiling Xmas trees. It was one of the only tables available. We had the Eggs Benedict and the French Toast along with coffee. Everything was delicious. We had to ask for a spoon and sugar for the coffee. I'd love to try some of the other items. read more

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After seeing this restaurant on Tiktok I wanted to see it for myself. The inside is absolutely gorgeous! It's so beautiful and very picturesque. Me and two other friends went to Sunday brunch and our reservation was at 12:15. We were 15 minutes late but the hostess was so kind and we were still sat immediately! Our server was very sweet and attentive. The kitchen was a little backed up and she gave us a complimentary pastry because of our wait. The drinks are good but on the pricier side compared to how much you actually get. I cannot recommend the waffle enough! It is simply mouthwatering. I also had the omelette with the side salad, however it didn't really taste that great. It was just okay nothing great. I also wish they had more vegetarian options. I think this is a great spot to dress up with friends and go out to a nice brunch date! read more

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I have gone to this restaurant many times before and had great food and service. This past time now I came as a vegetarian. I must say the vegetarian meals were lacking. The Primavera pasta was not good. The sauce was too thick, and the vegetables were too hard to chew. However, the desserts were excellent. The server was kind and accommodating to our needs. The ambiance was nice although it was cold in the sunroom area we sat in. read more

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Super basic. Kinda ratchette Food was boarder line below basic. Service is below basic. Weird crowd - You can have a meal just as good at Cheesecake Factory and feel the same energy. Would not return. Feels like this is some social media hype bs like sugar factory. This place could only be busy in atlanta in real city they would never make it. read more

The Select - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

The food we had at The Select ranged from good to great and service was outstanding. This is a 1920s European/American-inspired fine dining restaurant located in the new City Springs development in Sandy Springs, next door to City Hall. This is one of the best restaurants I've tried in Sandy Springs, but I'm not sure I'd put it among the best in metro Atlanta. The Select Restaurant + Bar opened in May 2019. It was founded by the same folks behind Paces & Vine in Vinings. Parking is free and plentiful in the City Springs underground parking deck. The first two hours are free to all and an extra two hours are validated at the host stand inside The Select. For the closest parking, park in the green section of the deck near door 1. Take an elevator up to street level and you'll be right next to The Select. This is a really nice-looking restaurant along the lines restaurant groups like Buckhead Life, Fifth Group, and Ford Fry. You can see influences of both French and American Southern style, both traditional and contemporary. It's a classy and elegant place that's ideal for both intimate dates and group gatherings. There are indoor and outdoor patios, multiple/partitioned dining rooms, and a wraparound bar. We visited on a Wednesday night and the restaurant and bar were busy. It was an older, suburban, country club crowd. I can't tell you how many old dudes I saw enter the restaurant looking like they just rolled off the course in their golf shirts with club logos (e.g. Atlanta Athletic Club); I almost felt as if I was dining at a club. The dress code is "smart casual." I booked our group's reservation for free using OpenTable (book through OpenTable to earn dining points you can use towards discounts at restaurants or redeem an Amazon gift card). The food menu featured six appetizers (price range: $9-18 each), two soups ($7-9), five salads ($8-12+), nine entrees ($16-65), five sides ($7), and five desserts ($7-9). Also on the menu were cold water oysters (east and west coast, $18 half dozen, $36 whole dozen), shrimp cocktail ($16), cheese and charcuterie ($15 small, $26 large), and kids plates ($8-9). They serve beer, wine, and cocktails with a fairly extensive wine list, by the glass and bottle. Here's what we got: Hors d'oeuvres * Cold water oysters (whole dozen, $36) - west coast, from Hood Canal, Washington * Crispy oyster ($9) - eggplant, cucumber, black garlic, chili lime sauce * Steak tartare ($10) - quail egg, homemade brioche point toast * Duck meatballs ($9) - spice jam, tahini laban, cilantro, pickled Fresno Salads and sides * Quinoa and wheat berries salad ($10) - cauliflower, almonds, cranberries, white balsamic, feta * Mushroom fricassee ($7) * Roasted cauliflower ($7) Entrees * Miso sea bass ($36) - charred bok choy, pickled shiitake mushrooms, orange miso, rice puff, scallion salad * Rabbit ravioli ($26) - cacciatore style, mushrooms, tomato confit, carrots, olives, pecorino, rabbit loin * 40-day dry-aged 22-oz bone-in ribeye, medium rare (cut to share, $65) - roasted shallots, natural jus, housemade jumbo frites The quality of the oysters was superb. The oysters were super fresh, succulent, and had appetizing brine. They were served atop ice with lemon, horseradish, mignonette, cocktail sauce, a small bottle of Tabasco, and Premium crackers. The mignonette was extra vinegary. The lemons were wrapped; I thought was a nice touch. I did encounter two bites with small pieces of shell, so that could be improved. The apps (crispy oyster, steak tartare, and duck meatballs) were great. I recommend them all. My favorite was the steak tartare. It was pretty much perfect; taste, temperature, and consistency were all on point. Wonderfully rich mouthfeel. What I liked best about the crispy oyster was the batter wasn't too heavy/greasy. The duck meatballs were delicious. This was a very Mediterranean dish because of the tahini laban (yogurt) sauce. It was like eating the duck version of kofta, made with minced/ground meat. The salad (quinoa and wheat berries salad) and sides (mushroom fricassee and roasted cauliflower) were good. My favorite was the mushroom fricassee. Excellent texture (firm) and flavor (buttery, savory). The salad was light, fresh, and healthy. The entrees ranged from good (ribeye, rabbit ravioli) to great (miso sea bass). The miso sea bass was terrific. The sea bass was cooked well with slight char on the outside and tender, clean-tasting meat on the inside. I really enjoyed the crisp bok choy and the acidic shiitake mushrooms. The rabbit ravioli had decent flavor and what I think was rabbit sausage. It didn't wow me, but was satisfying enough. As for the ribeye, unfortunately, it looked better than it tasted. It was cooked to the correct temperature, but the steak wasn't seasoned well. It was on the chewier side for a ribeye and wasn't as juicy nor flavorful as it could have been. Not bad, but I expected better from a place like this. Our server Tiana was fantastic. read more

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I've been here for dinner before but had the opportunity today to have brunch with a buddy today. It was spectacular. The food was delicious, the service was amazing, and ambiance is always wonderful. I never even new they served brunch, so I was gland when I learned they did. I ordered French Toast, which was scrumptious, hearty, and yet still light and fulfilling. I ordered a la carte Chicken Sausage and Scrambled Eggs with cheese. It was a truly amazing experience on a chilly Sunday morning, and I'm glad we chose The Select. The have the best food options that are fresh and high quality, and I would expect nothing but this. read more

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First of all, this restaurant is STUNNING throughout. The attention to detail and decor really set the tone for a great brunch. Their brunch is only served on Sundays but I do recommend checking it out. They have plenty of drink options, coffee and cocktails alike (of course, I had to do one of both!) the $10 cinnamon roll is massive, basically the size of a cake, but I found the roll underwhelming and a bit dry. I think the main appeal of it is the sheer size of the it. Yay for shock value! I tried the Select Benedict and the portion was perfect. It's served on their potato hash, which is basically a really thick hashbrown, and it makes the meal IMO. i recommend at least getting a side of the potato hash if it is not part of your entree. I want to add a special note that I had the first and only sip of a Bloody Mary that I actually enjoyed. That's a big W for The Select! The food is pricey, but I recommend dining here for a special occasion. They take reservations, but there is a credit card hold for the res. read more

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The food is amazing and worth every penny. I relied on the excellent judgement of my server Merlin in helping me with my food choices as everything on the menu looked delish! I was leaning toward the grilled peach salad but Merlin suggested the beet, arugula, and goat cheese. Loved it. I went with his suggestion for the Miso Chilean Sea Bass and was in heaven. Moist and favorable. The date desert with the vanilla bean ice cream was sweet with out being too sweet. read more

The Select - Miso Sea Bass- bok choy, pickled shitaki mushrooms,& forbidden black rice. - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

I ordered the egg omelet with cheese and spinach. It was Ok but bland. The side salad was drenched in salad dressing making the greens limp. The Tiramisu dessert was presented nicely but it also was rather bland, The lemon tart was excellent. The ambiance was very pretty. read more

Went to The Select last night with a party of 8. We ordered drinks and dinner. We ordered the sea bass, salmon, linguine, short ribs, and 2 hamburgers. All the food was great except the hamburgers. They came out about 10 min after the rest of the plates and the guys said they were horrible. (Note: they did not complain to the server nor did they describe what horrible meant). We also ordered Mac and cheese and the mushrooms with "foam" (aka gravy). Mac and cheese was just ok. The service was great and the server offered 2 desserts because of the hamburger delay however we declined the desserts. It was a great night. Just beware of the hamburger (you might be disappointed) Oh... and the cocktails were fun too. read more

Great food! Always fresh and tasty meals here from the salads to the desserts. Our first visit for Thanksgiving lunch was the best ever. We've returned several times and bring out of town guests, as well. The service is awesome and so is the ambience. You'll have to hold your reservation with a card but it's worth doing so. They fill up fast. read more

Great food, great service, great vibe. Saturday night at the bar. Butcher block. Short ribs. Rose. Hot wife. What more do I need?? read more

The Select - Patio - Mediterranean Near Me - Sandy Springs, Georgia

This place is GORGEOUS!! I was in town for the weekend and some friends and I stopped in for brunch. The building is cute but pretty normal from the outside! I would have never guessed this place to be so stunning when walking inside! It was so difficult to chose what to order. Everything looked so good and I kept changing my mind on what I wanted every time a server walked by our table to deliver someone's food! I decided on the Liège Waffle! It was about $14 and came with fresh berries and whipped creme fraiche! This was the BEST waffle I have ever had. It had a pretzel like taste to it that made it a little salty. This paired perfectly with the berries, creme, and syrup! Delicious and beautifully plated! Prettiest waffle I've ever seen. Our server Ricky was fantastic and so kind! Definitely coming back next time I'm in town! read more

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Very cool place!!! We went there for a brunch on Sunday, we were seated and staff were very helpful, plenty of seatings inside and outside, cool decorations all around the restaurant. Park at the garage and take your parking ticket and they will validated for you! Pros: the food tasted good, cappuccino was pretty good too, the place is very clean, fast services, very cute for pics Cons: the menu is limited for a brunch, the potatoes in my plate wasn't cooked all the way. Overall it was a nice experience and I will be back for lunch or dinner. read more

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The food here was amazing! The drinks were great too & they have good drink specials. They are a bit pricey, but in the area that's to be expected. The place really turns up at night in the bar area. There was a live Dj when we went. Great place to enjoy a nice dinner then finish out the night with a little fun! read more

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Hubs and I celebrated our wedding anniversary with dinner at The Select last weekend. We made reservations ahead of time and arrived thirty minutes early. I believe there's limited street parking, but we parked in a paid garage nearby, which allowed for a short walk and elevator ride letting us out at street level right next to the restaurant. Since it was raining, we brought a big umbrella. After checking in with the five hostesses (no joke) at the hostess stand, we were asked to wait by the stand. There's no waiting area, so you are forced to stand by the entrance which blocks traffic. My husband asked the hostess closest to him if we could leave our umbrella in their umbrella stand and she said yes. My husband tried to hand her the umbrella, but instead of taking it she looked at him and said, "no, you can do it." We sensed a bit of an attitude which took us by surprise. Not a huge a deal which is why I didn't knock a star off, but still thought it was worth mentioning. Shortly after that cold exchange, we were seated by a different hostess who was much warmer and even wished us a happy anniversary. The restaurant is big and spacious. Although there are three separate sections, the space still feels open. The entire restaurant is tastefully and beautifully decorated. On to the food. We ordered the following: Bird of Paradise $16 (online menu says $13, but our menu attached says $16) Dozen cold water raw oysters $34 Strawberry salad $12 Branzino $34 Truffle parmesan fries $8 Sweet & spicy brussels sprouts $8 Sticky toffee pudding $8 Espresso $3.50 Bird of paradise is made of chamomile gin, passion fruit, elderflower, mint, rosemary, and fresh lime juice served in an adorable bird glass. The drink is on the sweeter side which is exactly how I like my cocktails to be. It was fruity and refreshing. There seems to be some discrepancy in the pricing. The online menu says $13, a Yelp photo of last month's menu says $15 and our menu that evening (attached) says $16 which I thought was a little high for a cocktail but it is a popular item. We love raw oysters so we started with a dozen and were very pleased with how well they were shucked and presented. We each ordered a strawberry salad which has frisse, arugula, fennel, mint, feta, candied pistachios, beet mustard sabayon and white vin. Perfect summer salad. Then, we shared the branzino and two sides; truffle parm fries and brussels sprouts. The branzino comes with two fillets so it was actually great for sharing. Cooked and seasoned well. The sides were great, especially the fries. We ended the meal with their incredible sticky toffee pudding and espresso. Then, our server surprised us with complimentary champagne to celebrate our anniversary! Service was excellent! Our server, Destiny was friendly and attentive. The rest of the team was also on top of everything. We were checked on by different team members and were well taken care of throughout our meal! read more

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Over-priced for less than mediocre food We ate at The Select last night with friends. The atmosphere was nice after they tried to seat us almost in the kitchen. Lots of open tables but they first tried to seat us at the worst table in the room? My wife and I shared the Sea Bass and the Trout dishes. The trout was okay but over salted (and I love salt), the broccoli was so salted as to be inedible and there were "mushrooms" that we had a contest to see if anyone could so much as pierce with a fork! The Sea Bass was also just okay, but undercooked with a sauce that was terrible. The sides were undercooked and very poor. It cost $165 (with tip) plus $4 to park! The waiter was very good (Jeremy), polite and prompt. We will never go back. read more

We had a great experience for my daughter's birthday dinner. We had several of the appetizers (butcher's block, ceviche, French baguette), tried all of their fish entrées, and the smash burger. The seasoning and flavors were all very good and not too heavy. Plus, the service and vibe were fantastic. Definitely going back. read more

This is probably one of the best restaurants I've been to so far in ATL. The ambiance is superb and matches in service, food & drink. Which I have found difficult to find in ATL. It was one of the best experiences I've had thus far while living here. My husband wants to make this an every weekend spot if we could. Also i recommend making a reservation for less hassle. read more