About Standby

Standby is a restaurant in Detroit’s 48226 area offering creative American cuisine and inventive cocktails in a relaxed, dimly lit dining room. Its setting brings together casual comfort, cozy atmosphere, romantic appeal, trendy style, and an upmarket feel, making it a welcoming choice for a range of occasions. Whether you are meeting friends, enjoying a meal on your own, planning a date night, or looking for a late-night bite, Standby provides a setting designed for comfortable dining and attentive table service. The menu includes comfort food, small plates, dessert, and options suited to lunch and dinner, along with a full selection of alcohol, beer, cocktails, and wine. Guests can also enjoy happy-hour drinks and food, while the on-site bar, great beer selection, great cocktails, and great wine list add to the experience. Fast service makes Standby a convenient option, whether you are settling in for a full meal or stopping by for drinks and shared plates. Dinner reservations are recommended, reservations are accepted, and guests should be aware that there is usually a wait. Standby offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services, giving customers flexibility in how they enjoy their meal. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Additional amenities include a restroom, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Rated 4.60 out of 5 based on 1,276 reviews, Standby is located at 225 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, United States. For more information or to contact the restaurant, call +1 313-241-5719.

Last updated: Sep 03, 2026

Business Hours

Closed · Friday 5 PM-2 AM
Wednesday 5 PM-12 AM
Thursday 5 PM-12 AM
Friday 5 PM-2 AM
Saturday 5 PM-2 AM
Sunday 5 PM-12 AM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed

Customer Reviews

4.60
Based on 1276 reviews
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Selly Nu

Our diner in this restaurant was about great. Our server Angel was very welcoming and attentive. The food was amazing .we shared three starter and all of them were delicious. …

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Sarah

Standby is easily one of my favorite spots in Detroit. The food is consistently excellent, and the menu is thoughtful, elevated, and somehow still not intimidating. The cocktails are some of the best in the city, and the bartenders clearly …

People Also Ask

Where is Standby located?
Standby is located at 225 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, Detroit, MI 48226, United States. You can get directions here.
What is Standby rated?
Standby has a rating of 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 1276 customer reviews.
What are Standby's hours?
Standby's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Standby?
You can reach Standby by phone at +1 313-241-5719.
What type of business is Standby?
Standby is a restaurants business located in Detroit, MI. <!-- VOILA_REWRITTEN --> Standby is a restaurant in Detroit’s 48226 area offering creative American cuisine and inventive cocktails in a relaxed, dimly lit dining room. Its setting brings together casual …