Single Barrel Social
Brighton, Michigan, USA
Discover Single Barrel Social in Brighton, MI. Enjoy steakhouse dining, cocktails, seafood, and great wine with top reviews, menu, hours, and location details.
8724 W Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48116, United States
Single Barrel Social
Brighton, Michigan, USA
Overview
Single Barrel Social stands out as a premier steak house and cocktail bar located in Brighton, MI. Known for its upscale and trendy atmosphere, this restaurant combines the pleasures of expertly prepared premium steaks and fresh seafood with an extensive selection of craft beers, cocktails, and fine wines. With a cozy and romantic vibe, it is a favored spot for dinner, especially for solo diners and groups looking to enjoy a sophisticated meal in a comfortable setting.
Guests appreciate the variety of offerings from organic dishes to comfort food, and small plates to indulgent desserts like the Espresso Bean Creme Brulee. Outdoor seating is available along with convenient onsite services and takeout options, although delivery is not offered. Whether stopping by for a flavorful ribeye or savoring a creative cocktail from the bar, the experience is enhanced by attentive table service, free parking, and full accessibility accommodations.
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Local favorites
Experience a cozy yet trendy steakhouse offering an upscale dining atmosphere with exceptional food and drinks in Brighton.
Known for great cocktails, an extensive beer selection, and a carefully curated wine list, perfect for dinner or solo dining.
The atmosphere blends cozy, romantic, and trendy vibes ideal for groups, tourists, or special nights out.
Located on W Grand River Ave with free parking options including a lot and street parking for easy access.
With a 4.5-star rating from 645 reviews, the menu delights with steak, seafood, small plates, and standout desserts.
Offers wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating ensuring comfort for all guests.
Enjoy dine-in, takeout, onsite services, and outdoor seating, though delivery isn’t available.
Favorites include the Old Fashioned cocktail, charcuterie board, crispy calamari, key lime pie, and crab dip.
Experience
The best times to visit Single Barrel Social align with its limited but focused opening hours and its rich menu offerings. Whether dining for a special occasion or a casual solo night out, this steak house delivers a memorable experience.
Despite midweek and weekend closures, the restaurant shines on Friday and Saturday evenings, providing a welcoming atmosphere with exceptional food and drink pairings. Perfect for guests who appreciate quality craft cocktails alongside premium steaks and fresh seafood. — FoodPlacee editorial note
The welcoming and upscale ambiance appeals to groups and tourists seeking a stylish dinner destination with a diverse menu and great wine list.
An impressive cocktail bar offers unique drinks like the Apple Mule Kick and expertly crafted classics, making it an ideal spot for enjoying creative mixology.
The romantic and cozy environment combined with premium steaks and attentive service creates the perfect backdrop for date nights and milestone celebrations.
Known for being welcoming to solo diners who want to savor high-quality meals in a relaxed yet trendy setting.
For those who prefer dining at home, select menu items are available for takeout, maintaining the signature flavors and quality.
Due to its popularity and limited hours, it is advisable to book dinner reservations ahead of time to secure the best seating and avoid disappointment.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Went for Valentine's Day and was blown away! They did a coursed style dinner and it was divine. This is our favorite date night spot, so this was a fun change up from getting their normal menu, which is also amazing. Presentation was on point. Also, our server was so great. He was funny and polite, explained the dishes and was present without ever being overbearing. Can't get enough of this place!"
"Randomly picked this place with a friend. The experience started out by the hostess helping us get a table when they showed full online for reservations. She was so sweet and helpful, it meant a lot!! Next I was amazed by the decor and atmosphere. Mike was our waiter & he was beyonddddd amazing. We loved him so much!!!! Burger was great, the fries that came with it were overly seasoned/salty if you are sensitive to that kind of thing be aware. The cocktails were great but I was not happy that a short one I got from the bar was $25!!! This isn’t Miami but most things in Brighton are overpriced in my opinion. You are basically paying for the experience & I would do it again as a special treat!"
"Can never recommend SBS enough! Tonight I’m finally writing a review after the exceptional service and care my family received tonight! We were celebrating my aunt’s 1 year anniversary from her cancer surgery. We decided to go to SBS instead of our original plan pretty last minute. They were able to accommodate us earlier than our reservation (when we intended to hang out at the bar for a bit) on a Friday night, they provided a celebratory glass of rosé for the 4 of us and even comped 2 of our desserts. All of which they of course did not have to do nor was it ever expected!! Thank you so much, Chelsea and Joe for your hospitality and kindness on such a special celebration for us after such a rough year! Every time my husband and I have come the service is amazing and the food is TO DIE FOR! Perfect every time! Lucky to have this gem as a Brighton local!"
"This was a welcome discovery and oasis on a lonely night of business travel far away from home. Drinks and food alike were knowledgeably prepared and clearly required impressive and careful work: their standard far exceeds anything else along this strip. The bartender particularly impressed with an outstanding whiskey sour and a perfect pairing of a sauvignon blanc whose acidity cut through the richness of the scallop dish that I ordered. I could perhaps quibble about a few elements of the food: the soup was a touch too salty and I think the scallops might have worked better as a half-sized tapas order, but these are minor issues with delicious and thoughtfully composed dishes that brought plenty of joy and a very full belly. Recommended!"
"Hubby and I dined here our first time to celebrate our anniversary. Our experience top to bottom was exceptional. I will say their food IS pricey so I would consider this more of a special occasion restaurant for us. We like to sample multiple items when dining out. *To start we had their bread, which was deliciously soft and topped with a well seasoned butter. *Hubby ordered their shrimp cocktail (I'm not a seafood fan) and thoroughly enjoyed it. At first he was hesitant because it's a grilled and chilled shrimp, not a traditional boiled and chilled shrimp, and he wasn't sure how that would affect it's taste but he loved it. *We then shared the wedge salad. Our server had the kitchen split the salad for us and I'm glad she did; half was plenty for us to split so we took the rest home. The roasted tomatoes on the salad were a nice change from traditional chilled ones, bacon was crispy, fried onions were a nice addition and the bleu cheese dressing was the perfect amount of funk without being overpowering. *I ordered the filet and it was, no joke, probably the best steak I've had in my life. The meat was tender enough to cut with my fork and it was cooked perfectly. It was seasoned with an incredible coarse pepper rub that really set off the flavors. I added the zip sauce...amazing! My side was brussel sprouts and they were seasoned well and perfectly crisp. *Hubby had the delmonico ribeye and also thought his steak was spot on. Perfectly cooked and he ordered the chimichurri on the side, which was light and refreshing and just damn good. His side was the mushrooms and the portion was large and delicious. He also added on a wonderful lobster tail, which was about $32. *We ended our meal by sharing the chocolate cake and coffee. The cake had a bourbon strawberry sauce to top (yum!). We also enjoyed coffee with our cake. To keep the coffee fresh, it's made to order using a French press which means we got 4 cups instead of 2 and that was fine. All in all, our meal was absolutely wonderful top to bottom. We will definitely return but not indulge as much next time. Our bill was $330 (before tip) which isn't a standard dinner for us; however, this included 3 drinks for each of us which adds up quickly too."
"This place is wonderful. Our server Del was extraordinary!!! The general manager also made the entire experience EXCELLENT. Our first of many times we will be here. 10/10 appetizers, 10/10 drinks, 10/10 entrees, 10/10 dessert"
"Food & Service were spectacular. Delia was a fantastic server. I highly recommend this restaurant. Best steak I've had out in a very long time. Best wedge salad, Best roasted carrots, lyonnaise potato & horseradish crema. The calamari & lobster with artichoke dip was outstanding. The desserts & drinks were unique, creative & so delicious we all had to share. Wow. I'm definitely going back."
"This place never lets me down! I wish I could give a higher rating. I recommend the surf and turf, Duck potatoes and any steak! The bread is my ALL TIME FAVORITE"
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 04:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 04:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Plan visits around weekday and weekend evening hours for dinner, with reservations recommended to secure a spot.
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