Scholar

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   Andrew

   Detroit

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Really cool atmosphere and ambiance. I was really excited to try this place based on the reviews I had read prior to making reservations. Seasonal flat break appetizer was very good. We also had the bar cheese which was less than impressive although the pickled veggies were very good. Both entrees the salmon and ribeye were okay but nothing to write home about. Crème brûlée was very disappointing.
   

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   Morgan

   Phoenix

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall this place is very cute but the food really wasn’t up to par with a fine dining experience in my opinion. The crab cakes were good but had way too much fluff on top of them it was just a little too much. Less is more. The soup I had was good but the coconut flakes in it added a weird crunch that was just a little too much imo.i got scallops for my entree which came on a huge bed of cabbage..? it sounds decent in the description but just the way it was done was poor and on top of that my scallops were a little chewy and it came with a cream sauce and a few crispy potatoes. The combination was just strange. And the s’mores cake for dessert was good except for the cake itself was cold and hard like it just came out the fridge. I feel like if they made a few adjustments they could excel but not quite there yet. However our server was excellent he even went out his way and notice our table was wobbly and fixed that without us even asking. The ambience is very nice with comfy chairs. However the chairs are a little low to the ground compared to the tables. So overall not really what I expect as a fine dining experience, mostly because of the food.
   

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   Ashley

   Grand Rapids

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We loved The Scholar! It was a great place to celebrate a birthday and our server, Seth was great!
   

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   Heidi

   VIP

   Las Vegas

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 7 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We always have the best dining experience. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and specials. The cocktails are creative and the wine selection is fantastic. It is a great experience, highly recommend this restaurant.
   

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   Aaron

   Grand Rapids

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 7 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Calamari is out of this world! The Bison Short Rib and potato cake was excellent. Even the drinks were very well made. First experience was awesome and I can't wait to go back!
   

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   Kelly

   VIP

   Grand Rapids

   12 reviews

   3.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Came for dinner before a show. Second time here. The ambience is fantastic! Love the decor. They have some fabulous food and drinks but it is really hit or miss. The clam chowder is amazing, as is the bar cheese appetizer. The beef stew was mediocre, the Salisbury steak was good but more like meatloaf than Salisbury steak. The veggie Mac was terrible. Maybe a good place to start with drinks and apps but move on for the main course.
   

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   Enrique

   Detroit

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was fantastic (my apologies for not remembering his name), our meal was delicious, and our cocktails were perfect. 10/10 no notes.
   

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   Brian

   New York City

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had such a nice evening celebrating a big occassion. Kendal and Madelyn took care of us and they were so personable and knowledgeable about the food and drink menus. They helped make it an extra special evening.
   

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   Donald

   Grand Rapids

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 28 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambiance was great, and the service was impeccable. We actually enjoyed the drinks as well, however we went there for dinner and I must say the food was just not worth it at all. Everything was prepared well but simply devoid of any flavor. I don't think salt exists in that kitchen. I had the Salisbury Steak and my wife had the Salmon. Salmon was far better than my dish but I am confident that my 15 year old could have made either of those dishes better at home.
   

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    Christopher

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Everything was fantastic and amazing per usual. This was my second visit and everything was just as good. The service was friendly and prompt with high quality drinks, delicious appetizers and thoughtfully constructed mains.
    

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