Came here for brunch and everything was delicious I can't wait to go back to try more things. Very convenient to make reservations online and it's walking distance to most everything in Capitol Hill. I had the veggie hash which was a nice mix of seasonal veggies all roasted so they had wonderful sweet and savory flavors from the onion and carrots. Poached egg was perfectly cooked not over done and not raw. Yes! Delicious bacon and great coffee. Friendly attentive servers. Will be back to try happy hour. read more

We went to Smith for our Saturday brunch. While we were waiting for our food to come out, the owner of the restaurant dropped off some spoons and a new Bananas Foster Bread Pudding they were in the process of perfecting. It was delicious! It was decadent, sticky and an amazing way to start our weekend! We also loved what we all ordered read more

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Great place to go for some bomb food. The beer off tap was served in a nice chilled cup. Tacos were great! Highly recommend

Went here for my birthday dinner last week! My family and I agreed this place was great, from the moment we walked in we were greeted and able to be seated right away. The ambiance was relaxing, music lively, and the service impeccable. I believe our server's name was Doug. He was top notch, super kind, and when he noticed our burger was pink (asked for well done) he kept insisting we get a new one but my mom and I were fine with it. You could tell he really wanted us to have the best experience possible, and I appreciate that tremendously. For appetizers we got the Kale Caesar and Poutine, thumbs up for both! My dad loved the brick chicken with the bacon and green beans. My brother enjoyed the seared tuna nicoise and my mom and I thought the Smith burger was prime. My mom especially liked the spicy pickles in the burger! Oh yaa and they have an interesting array of cocktails! I got to have a couple of sips of the Masala Mule, masala chai vodka, lime, and ginger beer. That was super tasty! Overall, fantastic night at Smith's, I can't wait to go back! read more

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Great spot for brunch! Ordered the chicken and waffles and they were fantastic. Very kind wait staff and rustic atmosphere! read more

Smith - Chicken and waffles - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great happy hour menu, I love the burger. Service is good! Love stopping in here, I've never had a bad experience.

Came through on a random Monday and was blessed Aaron our server came through with the vibes . The music was a perfect fit to the aesthetic and the food broached a wide spectrum of cuisine and delivered with the flavor , pleased to say I'll be showing this place off to anyone I wanna impress in the next up coming months. read more

Smith is great because you can make reservations on a busy Saturday morning (brunch time). It's located in a busy area of capitol hill and there is street parking. We were sat within a few minutes of arriving. Our party ordered 3 coffees, (2) seasonal scrambles and the grits and greens. Everything was very good. I was amazed at the potatoes that came with the scramble. The skin was crunchy and flavored very well. I enjoyed trying my friends grits and I have never had "greens" with grits so it was a good combo. The atmosphere is very hipster, casual, easy going, but the staff was welcoming to everyone. read more

Smith - Seasonal scramble in April. Delicious and those potatoes are on point! - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

When I first moved to the Seattle area almost 3 years ago this was one of the first places I dined out. I was living in Lynnwood at the time, and didn't know Capitol Hill from Renton. Now I'm yelling "go back to Auburn," when someone can't parallel park correctly. Seattle will turn you into a snob fairly quickly...or maybe I'm just not a good person...better get on the horn with my therapist to work this shit out. Its a process people! Anyways, I remember at the initial visit for breakfast I asked the bartender if it was too early for a beer (it was like 1045am), and he said "hell no." He didn't judge me, and that's the foundation of any great relationship. My girl at the time, kind of gave me a look, hence why I used the phrase "at the time." I've been here a handful of times, and its just good pub/bar food. I've had fried chicken for breakfast, and burgers for dinner. They have my favorite beer (Georgetown Bodhizafa), and the decor is cool (dead animals, and paintings of old dead white people). Its usually busy, and more times than not i've had to wait, but its not usually long, so be patient. Well, I'm no longer in Lynnwood, and I got a date with my therapist booked. I do cognitive so maybe while waiting for Smith to call my name, I can stand on the sidewalk, and resist the urge to yell at bad parkers. Salute people! read more

I ate breakfast at Smith and enjoyed it so much that I convinced my husband to try the dinner menu as well! Sometimes I struggle with breakfast when I travel because I don't always feel like eating eggs. No problem! I loved the grits with greens, added a little bacon and lots of Cholula sauce to make it a perfect dish. My husband loved that a burger was on the menu for brunch and that bad boy looked amazing (it came with tons of perfectly seasoned fries). Upon our return for dinner I had the heirloom tomato salad with goat cheese and for a main the pork loin. (I may have squeezed in the bread pudding with a cherry coulis) Everything was fresh and well prepared. Service was polite and never intrusive. Great music at dinner it was Latin (kinda Buena Vista Social Club-esque). If we had stayed another day I would have certainly tried to make happy hour!! I don't know how I felt about all the taxidermied animals on the walls. At times I wondered if this could have once been Fred Flintstones' water buffalo lodge? I had a chuckle, no biggie. Bathrooms were super clean. I highly recommend Smith for a bite or a drink, anytime. read more

Smith - Grits with greens and bacon. Yum! - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here for brunch with a bunch of friends, and since there are so many reviews rated so highly, I had to give it a shot. I came on a Saturday morning at 11:45am and we had to wait 45 mins after calling in for a table for 5. The restaurant itself had great service, and the enviornment was great! My table was being loud through chatting and joking with each other and it seemed to blend in with the rest of the restaurant just fine. The food was not too pricey for what was served. Everything was done very well. We ordered the chicken & waffles, smoked brisket sandwich, steak & eggs, mushroom Benedict, and the summer vegetable hash. The steak and eggs was my favorite as the steak was very well seasoned, cooked to a medium/medium rare. It was also nice that servers came around and topped up our coffee without additional cost. We tried to order the poutines but it was a disappointment to hear that it was only available after 3pm. Overall the food was great and I was very satisfied. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Really cool environment and great food. We split the steak tartare, poutine, and grilled corn which were all excellent. Our waiter was very nice and helpful as well. I also observed the staff treating other people really well and a lot of happy guests overall. It was very chill and not crowded but delicious, perfect for smaller groups. read more

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Smith is a local favorite among north Cap Hill residents and features a dark-ish ambiance with craft food and cocktails. We started out with some cocktails and the charcuterie plate. For $15, the charcuterie plate was a bit disappointing as there were just a few slices of cured meat, but there was an abundance of pickled veggies and cheese. I ordered the Smith Burger and my partner had the seared scallops. If I were rating only the burger, I'd give it 5-stars. This is the best gourmet burger I've had in a while, and I can't think of the last time I had such a delicious burger. The meat was a little fatty, and juicy, and clearly had been cooked in its own fat. It was perfectly formed and perfectly cooked. The brioche-style bun was buttery and sweet. The fries were excellent as well, not too oily or soggy and had just the right amount of crisp. I had a couple bites of the seared scallop dish and it was fresh and paired well with the sauce that came with it. Overall, Smith was a fantastic dinning experience we will be back since it's just down the street from us! read more

I've been in before for lunch and brunch, and it was good. But this is my first look at them late night, and it's lively and lovely in here! Moody R&B music playing, the atmosphere is all dark woodiness and candles, doors open to the cool evening air- this is an oddly romantic joint after the sun goes down, despite the hunting trophies and anonymous oil portraits of other-people's ancestors lining the walls. Too bad I am alone, just grabbing a quick bite and a cup of coffee before a long drive; this would be an excellent date night venue. The food is on point, and the service attentive and polite. The menu is focused but diverse, mostly comfort food, a couple excellent salads and roasted veg, charcuterie, large and small bites, and some interesting sounding desserts. The cocktails are very unique and there's a specials board with the latest inventive concoction featured. Taps are diverse, with some rare rotating beers, and an emphasis on the heavier, more flavorful brews both on tap and in bottle. Farmhouse ales, wild ferments and sours are well represented. Whether you're looking for a joint with remarkable cocktails to take your whole crew to, or a cozy corner to share dinner with your sweetheart (unless they're vegan-this place might freak them out!) you could do much, much worse than this campy, lodgey, upper Cap-hill staple. Glad I stopped in- but next time, I'll have my gal in tow for sure! Recommended. read more

This place was fantastic from start to finish. We started with a bourbon cocktail, macaroni and cheese and soup for appetizers. They were all delicious. For main course we had the burger and chicken sandwich. These honestly were some of the best we've ever had. The chicken was crunchy on the outside but super moist inside. The hamburger was very well seasoned and cooked perfectly. French fries came with the meal and they too were seasoned perfectly. The owner came by and brought our kids prickly pear sorbet which was the perfect ending to the already outstanding meal. read more

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My boyfriend and I came in for late brunch. We were seated right away and enjoyed the ambiance. However, I don't think either of us would recommend the food. My boyfriend got the burger, which came with a huge pile of fries. Fries and burger were just okay. I opted for the smith breakfast with sausage and it was disappointing. The eggs were good but the sausage was like eating cardboard. There was nothing to write home about regarding the house potatoes either. Overall, not great for brunch. But I'd be willing to give this place a try for dinner based on other reviews. read more

This place was awesome! Amazing service by Rey he was very charming and hospitality was beyond the expectation!!

Their poutine is always the best in Capitol Hill. They have nice outdoor seating and the menu changes seasonally.

Came here for brunch and ate some delicious eggs benny and mimosas. I got the eggs Benedict with the mushrooms and added ham which I can confirm was 100% the right choice. Hollandaise has a nice orange color to it that I think must have come from a very fresh egg but not all the way sure. Potatoes that came with it were very flavorful and crisp. The mimosa pitchers here are very tasty as well. We got a grapefruit and a pomegranate pitcher and between 5 people we all got 4 drinks. So about 10 glasses a pitcher making it about $3 a mimosa and I think that was pretty solid. This food plus the drinks - I will definitely be back. read more

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Came here last weekend, great atmosphere and food, my server Arman was very nice and attentive, made sure me and my family had an outstanding experience. Can't recommend enough, great food greater service! read more

Smith is decent for brunch, lunch, drinks....... it wont blow you away but it's all around solid. Sometimes I end up here if the brunch line at Coastal Kitchen is too long, but I'll also target it outright when the mood strikes me, or there's a vegetarian in the group. The long and short of it: 1. Brunch. My primary reason for coming here especially if I'm in the mood for some vegetarian affair. Smith always offers a seasonal scramble and a seasonal hash as their special which both trend towards the veggie spectrum. If not either of those their mushroom benedict is worth an order as well. 2. Other Foods. After brunch time is over I'm ordering the poutine and not looking back. The burger is also decent along with the chicken pot pie. Can't say I've ever had a bad meal here so order whatever sounds good! 3. Booze. Great bloody mary for your brunch affair and a really good old fashioned for your non-brunch affair. The bartenders here know what they're doing so not much to complain about. 4. Atmosphere. Kind of an old timey bar-lodge feel going for it. All wood, animal heads on the wall, old school portraits, pretty cool. 5. Price. Pretty typical for a bar/restaurant around 15th street, $10 - $15 per entre and $5 - $10 per drink. Won't break the bank but no better than most places around here. I'm not super enthusiastic about Smith but it gets the job done whatever the job you're trying to get done is. Will continue to come back whenever the opportunity presents itself! Overall Grade: B read more

Smith - Brisket Sandwich - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love love love you Smith. One of the best brunches in Seattle! Can't recommend the mushroom Benny enough, hollandaise is fantastic, potatoes cooked to perfection (crispy on outside and soft inside) and a variety of mushrooms. Since I'm a carnivore I get their sausage or bacon on the side. Waffle and fried chicken is also a favorite and the French toast. The burger I've heard from friends is great too! Must try place with great drinks and food. I wish I had a picture but every time I go where I devour the food too fast. read more

I so wish this place was like it was when it opened or close to it... We 1st tried this place 8 years ago, spent many dinners and birthdays here back than- absolutely loved it! Best food. Recently we went back after moving back to the area after 6 years... Truely disappointed since this was our favorite spot. Recipes have changed. Service now seems stressed and distant. Definitely a different place..... read more

You come to this place for the beautiful decor, for the great environment and for a drink, you don't come here for the quality of the food. Every time I have dinner her I really want to like the food, I have tried most of the dishes and they are not cheap either, maybe the burger is the best one they have, followed by the poutine. However none of them will be great. Its very practical especially Sunday night when nothing else in the area is open. Maybe its my fault, this is a bar, its a great hang out spot and always has a lot of activity and energy... why do I insist that food has to be good also? Then again, good food is one of the best parts of life for me. So there, 3 stars. read more

Food is really great here! The hollandaise sauce is super smooth and overall its just good food. read more

Smith - 1/2 lb. Smith Burger with Fries Mushroom Benedict - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Decent deal for bottomless champaign at brunch. Food is very average American brunch fare. The greek omelet is pretty good, but nothing outstanding. There are better options. Happy hour is pretty affordable. read more

Updating this review to say that if you don't think Smith is the best brunch in all of Seattle, I will fight you. Haven't had a bad thing here ever. read more

Best chicken and waffles I have ever had hands down! Made reservation for a busy Sunday brunch and was whisked in to a "reserved" table in a great spot. Service was attentive and thoughtful. Will definitely be back! read more

Great food - especially the chicken and waffles! Amazing space too - lots of fun quirky things to look at. The owner Christopher works very hard helping the wait staff / hosting / bussing tables. We didn't even realize he was the owner! Great spot! read more

Great pub with a nice ambience, the cocktails were good but the food options could have been better. I saw a mention of vegan options on Yelp and decided to go but I was disappointed as the only vegan food I could get was fries and salads. They also ran out of icecream which they serve along with the chocolate brownie, but brought it nevertheless and charged us the whole amount. A place to go for drinks with friends! read more

Came in over the weekend for brunch and it was pretty great. I like the fact that you can make reservation online even for brunch. The service was a bit slow but the entire place was full so I can understand why that is the case. Also it did not help that I needed to be somewhere else by a certain time. I ordered the mushroom benedict and it was so delicious. I had my vita coffee, a full stomach, and left this place pretty happy. Probably the only thing that I did not like was the animal heads hanging on the wall. Other than that, this is a great place for brunch or happy hour. read more

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Came back here after a long hiatus and was pleased to see that this place was still going strong. The good: - Burgers are STILL on point. And with portions large enough to be shareable! - Poutiiiiiine. I'm not Canadian but I like to think that if I love a poutine it must be at least decent quality. I highly recommend trying it with brisket if it's not restricted from your diet. The not-so-good: - Wanted annother appetizer and thought the "radishes" dish looked interesting. But then it came and it was literally just a variety of sliced raw radishes--basically crudités. Some were sliced thin while others were small bulb cut in halves. There was one type I actually liked, but the rest of them needed to be either pickled or cooked. Not worth $6 imho. - the lighting in here is so. dark, even when sitting by the window. I'm always suspicious of dimly lit places...like, what are you trying to hide here? But, in all seriousness, It was tricky to see my food and my friends at times during the meal--not what we were expecting when we planned this reunion dinner. Overall, a solid choice for a nicer dinner on that part of the hill. For more casual outings, try to make it during afternoon or late night happy hour, when prices are more affordable! read more

An orgy of perfectly cooked fries, cheese curds, hot gravy with a healthy dose of brisket tender enough to make Vladimir Putin weep tears of Joy... These are the ingredients that make Smith's POUTINE so truly revolutionary. Order the Poutine with Brisket! Enjoy the hipster chic ambiance with dead animals and president pictorials.... Locally sourced artisan served tap water... A staff with full beards, thick glasses and proud uni-brows.... If it's good enough for Vladimir Putin, this POUTINE is worthy of ROUTINE #delicious #foodporn #povpoutine read more

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At this point in my life and time of residence on Capitol Hill, Smith is a staple. (And I just realized that I now live within walking distance of not one, but two Linda's bars. This might be as #capitolhill as it gets.) This place is so quintessentially Seattle/Capitol Hill that I can't even describe it. I have an urge to point to the taxidermy on the walls, the solid cocktail list and the inventive food menu and just shrug. Great decor and ambiance - in the summer, the huge front windows open and it's the perfect spot for an almost-open air happy hour or brunch. Later in the evening, cozy up at the bar for an intimate date as the lights dim. Service has always been solid. Smith covers all of its bases with a creative cocktail list, wide selection of beers and a decent wine list. The menu isn't exceptionally extensive, but they do what they do well, and there are vegetarian/vegan options as well as gluten-free choices for the less culinarily fortunate among us. Steak frites, charcuterie (housemade, naturally) and various vegetable starters (asparagus, sauteed kale) have all been excellent. Really, Smith checks every box - from brunch into happy hour and to dinner & drinks, all of the bases are covered. read more

Smith is the brain child of the Seattle based Derschang group owned by Linda Derschang. She currently owns four other Capitol Hill establishments (Linda's Tavern, Odfellows Café + Bar, Bait Shop, and Tallulah's). She focuses on creating community spaces for people to gather over simple food and drink. Smith is a great place to grab a late night bite and craft cocktail with friends. It is a busy place, and you can book reservations on Open Table. The space is cozy and the atmosphere made me think of a Hipster style Hunting lodge. The menu focuses on locally sourced and fresh ingredients (when possible). They were accommodating with food allergies. My friends and I experienced the Swedish Meatballs, Steak Frites with Blue cheese butter on the side (it didn't need the butter!), Smith Burger, and Beet salad. I don't usually like Beat salads, but this one was DELICIOUS! Also the Steak Frites, were not what you would find in France, but they were tasty! Everything was good. They have a wine menu, but when in craft cocktail country, partake in their strength. They made some mean delicious drinks! Friendly staff, and great experience. read more

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This is one of my new favorite restaurants in Seattle. If and when you find parking, the staff make you forget all that trouble outside and return you to a great mood immediately. The drinks are wonderful, the food is wonderful, the scene is wonderful. I kind of like being the oldest guy in the room. I've earned this and you kids seem to know it whenever I walk in. The Smith customer base is even a good reason to try this. Smart, great looking and obviously knowing where to go, especially for brunch. read more

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I had to choose a brunch spot carefully-- must be kid friendly, must be delicious, and must be amazing. I work every weekend, so the rare opportunity to get to enjoy brunch has to be mapped out to perfection. Luckily, Smith met all those requirements and more! The morning of some big football game I came here with a friend and my kiddo. The phone was answered promptly, assuring me that there was no TV inside. When we arrived we were sat right away (just as they assured me over the phone we would be) and were even really nice about us jumping table into a booth when one opened soon after we were sat. There are lots of dark wood booths and taxidermy and a few tables scattered about. It is a very nice ambiance. The service is spectacular. Between the two hosts who were also busy bussing and generally helping out the other waitstaff, you never feel neglected. Water was refilled, my absurd menu requests for the kid were met with smiles and even a price reduction (ordered a sandwich minus the meat, mayo, essentially minus everything to get the bread and fries). I was willing to pay $12 for that, but the waitress assured me that was not going to happen. Guinness pancakes were out of this world. The dark, early flavor of Guinness tasted great in a sweet, dense pancake. The butter is made in-house-- light and creamy. Bourbon syrup made this the perfect breakfast treat. I didn't appreciate my Irish bangers, but I'm not a fan of sausage. Breakfast potatoes were awesome. Hot, crisp on the outside and soft and perfectly cooked insides. Sides are very reasonably priced-- 4-5 bucks per item. Cibatta loaf and fries were also delicious. Bread service came with jam and that house made butter, and was a great kid-friendly option and starter to our breakfast. Friend's Dungeness crab benedict was also very appreciated. Our cocktails were delicious, too. Bloody Mary perfectly spiced, my gin-based cocktail fruity and tasty. read more

It's a good thing I didn't consult Yelp prior to brunch at Smith or I would have likely walked on by and missed out on a great meal. There seem be a number of folks here who do not appreciate the laid back out-of-the-wilderness comfort or decor of Smith and to them I say, too bad. This is a true original in a proud city that seems too quick to celebrate the homogenization of everything from coffee to architecture and where restaurants, cafes, hotels and stores look no different than they do in San Francisco, Chicago or New York. Smith is different. Looking more like a barroom from the Idaho panhandle than a hip urban brewery, the decor either strikes a chord or sends you packing. The liberal use of taxidermy on the walls tends to separate the meat lovers from the animal lovers and I, for one, despite my impeccable liberal credentials do appreciate a well made burger. And I got one of the best i've ever had right here. The food was in short, terrific. I walked in three minutes before the end of brunch service and grabbed one of the comfortable booths. Service was friendly and helpful, the choice immediate and the order promptly executed. My burger was one of the best I've ever had - no exaggeration. It's clear to me that someone is paying attention in the kitchen. The burger was perfectly cooked, full of flavor, topped with crisp bacon and a large dollop of cheddar cheese served up on an artisan roll that had the perfect texture and taste. The burger came with a bountiful side of crispy salted fries and home made mayo served on the side. In a word, perfection. I've been once and I'll be back again. I'm sure at the height of dinner service the place can be busy but my experience was nothing short of four star and I'd be happy to recommend it to anyone who asks. And as a side note, hopefully the clueless kitchen staff at Portland's Deschutes Brewery and Public House might get their asses on I-5 and see what good pub food is all about. read more

Cute, dark gastropub. Love this stretch of 15th - Rione XIII, Liberty just across the street. Good neighborhood spot. Good food - Cuban pork sandwich is delish - a different version from Paseo's, tasty and hearty, but just different. Smoked trout salad was tasty. $5 negronis, Tom Collins, old fashioneds and $5 snacks during HH 4-6pm daily. read more

Smith is enjoyable during all seasons, I'm sure. But in the summer when its windows are wide open, exposing 15th Ave.'s wondrous people watching factor, there are few spots that rival. To start, props to the bartenders. Using the classic Manhattan as a baseline to judge drink quality, Smith surpasses the bar [no pun intended]. But while you're here, ask the bartender to use his/her imagination and whip up something not on the menu. But, if you're not that adventurous yet, no problem. The drink menu provides clever enough cocktails to get the job done. What I am most emphatic about at Smith is the beer selection. I'm not normally a beer fan, but being at Smith is very reminiscent of when I was at the Delirium Cafe in Brussels, Belgium (and they have the Delirium brew, if you're interested). If you take a look at their beer list, you'll see Belgian classics like Duvel and Chimay. But don't stop there - try one of the potent Spaten Optimator brews if you're looking to get "f'd up for less money" (quoted statement courtesy of SNL). Finally, the food at Smith is great if you want small bites or a larger meal. The charcuterie is noteworthy, as well as their brussels sprouts. I look forward to trying the Cuban and pork shank next dining experience here. Smith is simply da bus-i-ness. read more

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