Selah Restaurant — Restaurant in Struthers

It pains me to write this review, but believe it's important to write to help folks make an informed decision. I have been having dinner here a few times a year for 18 years. We have rented the vault for my most recent birthday for example. Based on good prior experiences, we made a reservation for another family birthday and had folks in from out of town. Our reservation was for 6pm and we were not able to be seated until 705pm. The interim between arriving for our reservation and our seating has made it clear to me that something has changed in this place and they cannot support the level of service they have been known for in the past. The floor manager was not able to find our reservation even when displayed on our phone. After some help, it was found and despite the cake we had preordered for the event, the staff was caught by total surprise and suggested we might have dinner elsewhere. We even had a tense moment where she asked my sister to backup because she felt she was too close, while holding my sister's phone to try and find our reservation. There is no seating to wait so we spent our idle time in the parking lot. Selah was the birthday party's ideal and we were willing to wait.

Our server did try to be welcoming, but a series of delays in servicing of drinks and food had us leaving at first opportunity a little after 9pm. I truly feel that a staffing or communication issue caused the restaraunt's overall functioning to fall through. Seated at 705, drink order at 730 and not served till nearly 8. My son's spaghetti and meatballs had no meatballs and my brother in law's gnocchi trio had one. They had run out? They comped my brother's meal. We took the cake home to celebrate and it was an excellent cake.

I don't care about money or food at its core. I go to dinner with my family for an experience and to share joy. The business of this place made that not possible. While I'm sure I will continue to have dinner at Selah for many years, I can't risk important or larger tables there any longer. We had a bad time on what was supposed to be a warm night and much of it was because of strange social interactions before, during, and after our meal with the staff based on what I'm sure was high anxiety over repeated delays due to be understaffed and underprepared.

Please consider that reservations are made to ensure service, not to detract from a healthy walk in crowd. It may be that Selah is just the place to go for 2-4 people for a mid level dining experience. I had not felt that way until today, and held it as one of the area's best...

Such an awesome location with a really cool interior. This place was originally a bank and the vault is a private table for larger parties and looks super cool. Still has the old teller counter and windows inside. Combine that with some fantastic decorating and you have one of the more interesting dining experiences in the area.

Sadly, this is where the excitement ends. I met here with family at about 3:00 and we were the only table in the restaurant for most of the meal. You can tell they make their own dough and can smell the yeast when you walk in. So I was expecting some pretty exceptional food. I always like to guage a new place that serves Italian by simply ordering their spaghetti and meatballs. And after the feel and smell of the place, I was beyond disappointed. The pasta was cooked just about perfect. But the sauce was fairly bland and I have heated sauce from a jar at home with more flavor. The meatballs were also quite bland with not even a hint of garlic. They are either using frozen meatballs or need to seriously work on the recipe. Also was never served bread even just a slice on the side with pasta. I cannot think of anywhere I have ever ordered pasta and never was served any bread or roll or anything. The meal came with no bread, no salad or other starter, and was $12+.

The server was only kinda friendly and didn't really seem like she wanted to be there. Perhaps she was just having a bad day. She bizarrely requested me to turn over my unused silverware when she took my plate and was just generally awkward how she went about certain things. And this place had HER training a new server. While our server wasn't terrible or rude, she also was not very friendly or welcoming and often made the dining experience awkward.

I would recommend anyone pop in to check this place out at least once just because it is so cool inside. And while my spaghetti with meatballs was a bit overpriced and underwhelming, my grandfather said the soup was fantastic.

My takeaway: It is worth seeing once and grabbing a bowl of soup. But I wouldn't recommend the lunch menu and I probably will...

Title: A Culinary Delight at Selah Restaurant in Struthers, Ohio

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Selah Restaurant in Struthers, Ohio, and I must say it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. From the moment we walked through the door, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that set the tone for the entire evening.

The star of the show, undoubtedly, was the incredible food. The menu boasted a tantalizing array of dishes, each crafted with precision and passion. Every bite was a symphony of flavors that danced on my taste buds, leaving me eager for the next mouthful. The culinary team at Selah clearly takes great pride in sourcing the finest ingredients and presenting them in a way that elevates each dish to a work of art.

What truly stood out, however, was the impeccable service. The staff at Selah were not only knowledgeable about the menu but also demonstrated a genuine enthusiasm for ensuring our dining experience was nothing short of perfect. They were attentive without being intrusive, creating an atmosphere that felt both refined and friendly. It was evident that the entire team was dedicated to making each guest feel valued and appreciated.

The ambiance of the restaurant complemented the overall experience beautifully. The cozy yet sophisticated decor created a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for a romantic dinner or a celebratory meal with friends and family. The attention to detail in every aspect of the restaurant's design contributed to a sense of luxury without being pretentious.

As we left Selah, my companions and I couldn't help but express our eagerness to return. The combination of outstanding food, exceptional service, and a charming atmosphere makes Selah Restaurant a true gem in the culinary landscape of Struthers, Ohio. Whether you're a local looking for a new favorite spot or a visitor seeking a memorable dining experience, Selah is undoubtedly a top choice. I, for one, am already counting down the days until my next visit to this...