Prior to going to a Saturday afternoon matinee, a group of us were looking for a good brunch spot. I had Tanner Smiths bookmarked, so we stopped in. What a cool place! It definitely has the vibe of a speakeasy, especially with the jazz band playing. We went with the brunch special which is $35 for bottomless drinks with the purchase of an entree. It pays off if you're having more than 2 drinks and we made sure we did! Bloody Mary's were excellent! The food here was outstanding. I had the 3 Eggs Any Style and my wife had the Breakfast Flatbread. Those dishes as well as our friends were well made and delicious. If you're headed to a play or just in the area, I'd recommend stopping here to eat, drink or both! read more

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We came here based on a friend's recommendation and had high expectations, but the experience was very disappointing. We're three young women in the service industry and still felt completely unwelcome--the hostess told us to find our own seating even though the sign said see hostess. The bartender was rude and uninterested, standing 5 min+ at the bar without even being acknowledged. Another staff member was dismissive when closing us out and rolled her eyes when asked to take cash. The overall vibe felt like we weren't wanted, even though it was only around 11 PM. The DJ was underwhelming and the bathroom was vile. The most pleasant part was the below average $20 drinks. For an expensive, well-known spot, this was a very poor experience. Couldn't pay me to return. read more

We had a wonderful dinner at Tanner Smith's while celebrating my son's 15th birthday during our trip to the city. The space immediately stood out -- the décor is very smart and trendy, with a stylish atmosphere that feels both modern and welcoming. We started with the oxtail arancini and the bacon-wrapped meatballs, which were both fantastic starters and a great way to begin the meal. For our mains, two of us ordered the dry-aged burger: an 8 oz. 28-day dry-aged burger topped with marrow butter, French onion marmalade, homemade pickles, horseradish crema, and baby watercress on a sesame potato bun. It was incredibly flavorful and clearly crafted with attention to detail. My husband chose the tuna poke tacos with cucumber noodles, yuzu aioli, and avocado purée (gluten-free), which he thoroughly enjoyed and said were fresh and perfectly balanced. The entrees do not include a side but you may add one on. We chose to order the truffle macaroni and cheese and share - it was phenomenal. The staff made our evening extra special when they brought out a complimentary S'mores dessert to celebrate my son's birthday. It ended up being the highlight of the meal -- a fun and delicious treat that made the celebration feel even more memorable. Overall, we really enjoyed everything we ordered and appreciated the thoughtful service. The only minor notes were that the music felt a bit loud for 7 p.m. on a Sunday, and the lighting was quite dim with mostly ambient light placed sporadically throughout the room. That said, the atmosphere still felt lively and stylish. A great spot for a celebratory dinner with excellent food and a memorable dessert to top it all off. read more

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Typical neighborhood bar, this is a good stop for a late night drink. The bartender was polite and service was quick. It was fairly busy when I stopped in and a mixed group of young and older people. read more

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My girlfriend and I came in for dinner prior to catching a show. The staff was friendly, and very efficient. We both ended up ordering the Shepherd's Pie, and it was amazing! There was so much flavor from the pie that neither of us used the gravy that was served with the pie. My only issue with the pub is that the restrooms are in the basement. While not the worst restroom location, I am temporarily disabled and having trouble with stairs, it was a bad location for me. read more

WOW - What a find Tanner's Smith is. Also, whoever 'Josiah' is, we love you! This mixolgist-wizard named 'Josiah' has created a superstar of a cocktail called 'The Basic #$@! Brew' which is an alcoholic take on the Pumpkin Spiced Latte and it's phenomenally fun to drink. It became a cold day so our cosmo and Aperol spritz needs were forced morphed into a need for only warmth within our systems. We tore thru the menu with amazing fonts and typesetting to find Irish Coffees, ordered a trio of them and ended up loving those but wanting to stay within the warmed drinks section of the menu ONLY, we ordered each of the three and they were all great in their own ways. The host was shard and so kind and our server was fun and perfect. Thank you so much for making us feel so embraced and never half a gangster because one cannot be half a gangster - like ever! We will absolutely make this part of our time in New York when we return. Now im back home to LA where I plan to spike the heck outta my Pumpkin Spiced Latte to recreate it! Ive been inspired, Josiah! You, Cocktail Messiah, you! read more

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Brunch was calling so we had to stop by this spot because I could have had everything on the menu. And writing this now that I am back home I can honestly say we could have ate here every day of the trip. Our server was great and super friendly. We were there earlier in the day for brunch so it wasn't very busy but when we were leaving we noticed it got pretty busy so that's how you know it is the place to be! We started with an espresso martini and aperol spritz which turned into our go to every morning to start the day. We decided to share the huevos rancheros skillet and did it with scrambled eggs and added bacon of course and we also got something sweet and shared a short stack of the pancakes that had a peach butter and walnuts. Oh my gosh everything was soo good and super shareable we truly enjoyed every bite. I can not wait for my next trip to NYC I will 100% be back here again! read more

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The food was very good. Excellent selection. And the service was great. Perfect spot for after (or before) the theater. Very roomy! read more

The brunch here was just fine. The pancakes are thick and bready with a crispy outside, and this felt more like cornbread than a standard pancake. The huevos rancheros were a bit underwhelming - the tortillas softened way too much, and the whole dish had kind of a flat flavor from being dominated by the eggs and cheese. I think more salsa might've solved the flavor balance. It's also a tad overpriced in line with other brunch spots - my portion of the bill (with the pancakes split four ways) was nearly $40. It's also relatively rowdy compared to other restaurants - it is a bar, after all. read more

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Had brunch with my girlfriend and it was such a great vibe with excellent service. Now let's talk food. The pecan pancakes. OMG, an absolute must! They were to die for. Fluffy, rich, and the portion was hefty. We ordered the small size, shared it, and still couldn't finish. My girlfriend went with the burger, while I had the bacon and egg sandwich, both solid choices and very good. We didn't try the drinks this time since my girlfriend is pregnant, but I'll definitely be back with my family and plan to explore the drink menu then. Highly recommend you try them out! read more

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Came here during my trip to New York last month. It is where my husband wanted to eat before heading to Broadway show. we loved the vibe of this place. the servers were all kind and helpful. We got a few appetizers and each an entree. They were all so so yummy. Their drinks are so fun and yummy too! We were celebrating my husband's birthday and they gave him a free dessert.....now i dont know what happened but the whipped portion of this was spoiled tasting. Idk what was but it was gross and we all spit it out. That was the worst part of the otherwise great evening. read more

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After the 50th Anniversary concert for Air Supply, the band & many VIP fans, including myself, came over to Tanner Smith's for the after party celebration. This establishment is nice, albeit small. We had the basement all to ourselves, which was nice, but was totally wall to wall with people. The bartenders were keeping the drinks poured, although one of the female bartenders totally ignored the drummer of the band each time he went to order! That to me is not okay. You just don't ignore your clientele that way, especially since he was one of 8 guests of honor! I commend the one bartender who made me a very special mocktail upon hearing I'm a cancer survivor, on medicine so I can't have alcohol, & am allergic to everything citrus. He made me a wonderful strawberry/pineapple drink that was very delicious & special! The staff presented us with tasty appetizer hors d'ouvres. My favorite was the shrimp quesadilla. Soooooo good! Eventually the crowd thinned out & we were able to sit down & visit with each other & our beloved Air Supply family. Thank you Tanner Smith's for treating us Airheads to an awesome soiree with our musical favorites! read more

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Stunning interior. Romantic ambiance. Attention to detail. Killer cocktails. So why 2 stars? The food. :( Buffalo chicken spring rolls: good and sizable. The only thing we had that wasn't below average. Brussels sprouts: disappointing. They needed salt, had little flavor and were soggy. Roasted sprouts need to have a bit of a crunch, at least the outer leaves. These were underwhelming at best, and the portion was very small. Did I mention they had no flavor? Cauliflower: another disappointing side. It was too tough and was too plain. Cauliflower done right is like eating a savory treat... you just can't stop. This was boring and uninspiring, and although the portion was tiny, we left some on the plate. Burger: nothing to write home about. The bread wasn't fresh. The meat was a soggy mess. Couldn't really distinguish flavors. 3 stars at most. Overall, this is a 5-star place if you come for drinks. It's perfect for a group and you'll hit a home run on a date. But eat elsewhere, please. We paid almost $100 and had mediocre food. read more

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Pricey bar food close to everything! The service was great! Fast and friendly servers. Nothing spectacular about the cocktails. I ordered the single cheeseburger and probably should've ordered the double. Too much bun! Needed a little more meat to balance out all of the bread. Overall, just a basic burger with mid flavor. I'm sure it is much better with 2 patties. My husband ordered the pancakes, bacon, and banana bread. His meal was delicious!!! The order of pancakes is enough to share. They were some of the best pancakes I've ever had! The banana bread was really good too!!! Not sure what type of butter they give to compliment the banana bread, but it is everything! Can't go wrong ordering breakfast/ brunch here! read more

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Loved it! We spent all day in Central Park, and were spending the next day at MOMA. We were tired and wanted dinner near our hotel. Tanner Smiths was perfect. Absolutely beautiful bar and restaurant. Service was wonderful. The menu is huge. Food was pretty good. Started off with a pretty well poured Guinness. We shared the feta bites and chick peas. My wife had the truffle Mac and cheese. I had the chicken sandwich with truffle parmesan fries. The dinners were huge and we could have easily shared the sandwich and fries. I ate the truffle mac and cheese the next morning Definitely a place that we will return to on one of our next trips to NYC. read more

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This is a great neighborhood bar -- comfortable, welcoming, and consistent. The food is solid, and the cocktails are excellent -- you can tell they put care into what they do. It's casual and the service is always friendly. It quickly became our go-to spot for a drink. Definitely a place worth keeping in your local rotation. read more

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I went for brunch with my best friend for my birthday and had an amazing time. The server/host was kind and informative and even gave us shots for my birthday. We had the unlimited mimosas and I had the hot chicken and waffle and my friend had the smokehouse burger. The drinks were good especially the tea drink with tequila and grapefruit. The bathroom was very clean and smelled good. 20% gratuity was included. The only thing I would prefer was if the water that is preset on tables were covered. I really enjoyed my time and definitely would come back. read more

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Back for 10th time. Still love the vibe, the drinks, the food but struggle with the club thumping music. Cauliflower tacos are gone. Cauliflower wrap okay. Shrimp tacos still great. Bartenders are awesome. Husband LOVES the smoky old fashioneds! read more

I loved this brunch! I have been here before and wanted to come back. They have some great deals and some well-made food. The service was quick, even with some changes we had to make to our party because of some illnesses. This place is also well-ventilated and clean with ac. My friend got the huevos rancheros, which she thought was okay. I got the pastrami sandwich which I loved. Not everything is a winner here but if you find something you like, definitely stick to it! read more

We went for a late dinner and drinks and enjoyed everything about it. Great, friendly service and the dim ambiance were perfect. Get the Mac and cheese, best I've ever had! read more

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This is a great spot to grab a drink or have a bite after work. Food The food is exceptional and better than I expected. I've been here a few times and have never been disappointed. Service Servers and bartenders are pretty spot on too. Overall good service. Ambiance Behind the bar area there's a sit down section if you're looking for more or a meal. I will say it does get loud so if you're looking to have a conversation, maybe it's not the best spot to go to! Reliable spot! read more

Fantastic Midtown cocktail bar with an old school beer pub vibe but classy modern updates and invariably terrific service 5 star service: on several visits here, even if very very crowded the staffers here are always polite and friendly 5 star food / drink: for pub grub the food is quite good. Their strong point is the bar aspect though. 5 star ambience: it's the best amalgam of old and new you'll likely find in New York: at first glance it feels 200 years old but there's an obvious swanky modern elegance too read more

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I think this is a must go when up in the theater district. My wife and I were looking for some good food, a little change of pace from the pizza and pasta we were having. The spot was awesome! It is great for groups and it can also be quite intimate as it is perfectly lit. The bar area is perfectly situated to have some more action on it. The service is great, very attentive and give great options when asking about the food and drink menu. I highly suggest that if you are a burger fan I would get their double smash cheese burger as it is incredible! Drinks wise you cannot go wrong with any selection. read more

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Aww man, I wish I'd left this review earlier because there was a really hot bartender with ginger hair that I wanted to flirt with through Yelp (only flirt because he said he had a whole entire girlfriend). Anyway, service was great, food was slamming, and ambiance was on point. And that super cute bartender who was very kind and made a fantastic mocktail for this sober sista made this place top notch! Now the table of unruly pilgrims who couldn't accept that last call was in fact last call, particularly when told to them by the fine ass bouncer...well that's another story for another day. read more

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Multiple vegetarian options. The restaurant is nice with top-notch interior design. The environment feels warm and welcoming. However, I went there with kids, ages 12 - 18. As I walked in, I realized that Tanner Smith's probably wasn't the best choice for kids. It wasn't child UNfriendly per se, but it definitely has more of an adult vibe. I paused. They paused. Nevertheless, the host invited us in and assured us that it was fine for kids to be there during certain hours. We were seated right away, and I immediately loved the "You Can't Be Half A Gangster" coaster! I want a shirt with that on it! The restaurant bottomless drinks for 90 minutes with the purchase of a brunch entree. Had I been with friends and not children, I totally would have ordered the bottomless mimosa. Instead, we ordered the warm banana bread with whipped brown sugar butter, buttermilk souffle pancakes with pecans, the house-made veggie burger with truffle parmesan fries, and the fried egg sandwich with jack cheese on ciabatta bread (without the bacon) with the tater tots. I had a Dolce Vita cocktail and my daughter had a ginger mocktail with mint. The banana bread was served warm and was very good. The veggie burger was fine, but the truffle parmesan fries were actually quite good- crispy and delicious. My daughter found the egg sandwich underwhelming, but the tater tots were okay. The pancakes were very heavy, but flavorful. The service was just "okay." Really, the service wasn't great - or even good. Our server was slow and inattentive. He didn't seem thrilled to have our table, but he wasn't openly rude. Over all, it was still a reasonably good experience. read more

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Great casual bar in a convenient spot. Nothing fancy but a great go-to spot for a good drink. The bar is a pretty decent size but it does get packed around happy hour, so go early if you want a seat read more

Great place to stop by for some drinks and snacks. This prohibition era bar serves some drinks in cute teapots. We were here midday and opted for the tipsy tea which came with a pot of tea and an appetizer. We had the 20s pornstar which was a passion fruit based drink and TS Mezze plate. The drink was pleasant and served in cute tea cups. The mezze platter had a handful of veggies and pita with hummus, an eggplant dip and Beet dip. Service was quick and attentive. read more

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Burger was amazing 10/10 so were the drinks BUTT chicken Caesar wrap was RAW ASF would go back again tho read more

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We were greeted when we walked in. Very cute restaurant. Great service. We tried the truffle mac which was 10/10. I wasn't a fan of the truffle fries only because they were soggy vs well done. The peach pancakes are made with egg which is NOT disclosed on the menu. I didn't realize it until I took my first bite. The pancakes are huge and fluffy. I was disappointed that it was made with eggs because pancakes are my absolute favorite. They were nice enough to take them off my bill. An order of two pancakes is enough for two people. read more

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Cool vibe food is good for lunch. Drinks are good can't complain and service is friendly s easy to get to. About $20 a drink read more

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This place was packed when we got there! It's deceptively big, most people were at the bar. The tables were located in the back, the vibes were cozy and romantic. I got the smoked cheese burger with a side of truffle parmesan fries. The burger was good, no complaints. The fries tasted like regular fries, I'd skip them next time. My drink was well made and I really enjoyed it! read more

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Tanner Smiths is bubbling with excitement and positive energy. It's wonderful to try a new restaurant that exceeds one's expectations. Tanner Smiths is undoubtedly one of those restaurants and I plan to return with friends and family ans here's why. The location. Is so easy to get to via MTA, just a few short steps from the A, C, or E. That said, once you arrive at the restaurant, you will be met by the wonderful hostess who will invite you to your table, where you will be treated to an enjoyable experience of excellently prepared food and uproarious ambiance. Additionally, you will be taken by the well-dressed and friendly wait staff. There is so much to love about Tanner Smiths; I feel the restaurant has a really cool speakeasy/prohibition feel. What a blast. Well, I had the chicken and waffles. It's the best chicken and waffles I've ever had in NY. Period. The dinks are fire. Try the one in the teacup. You will thank me later. Well, as you can tell, I'm a big fan. Try Tanner Smiths with a friend, and you both will be too. read more

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I've visited Tanner Smith's Restaurant twice on this trip to NYC and once on a previous visit, and it has been consistently great every time. The service is always solid, and the bartenders are especially friendly and clearly skilled--they make some truly delicious cocktails. One standout was the "tea" for two, which was both fun and fantastic, and I also had a delicious shepherd's pie that I'd absolutely order again. Definitely a spot I'd return to again and again. read more

Great option in an area full of less good touristy options. They have awesome cocktail choices and the bartender was super nice. Was a great place to grab a drink and chat with friends. The chai daiquiri was particularly good! read more

Drink menu was quite extensive, food was great. I had a burger and a salad , the burger was high quality and cooked to perfection. Would definitely recommend. Can't wait to go back read more

Let me start off by saying that is place is beautiful. The aesthetic was gorgeous and based on other reviews I heard I was excited to have breakfast there. This is my personal experience that I decided to share. I did not like the food. The food all looked great but none of it was tasty to me. That's fine, it happens. My biggest issue was with the service because we did not receive any. Our waitress was very friendly however we had to flag her down for every interaction after the initial one. We had to flag her down to place our order even though we told her she could come back after 2 minutes. She never checked on us, not even ONCE. She didn't stop by to see how the food was or to see if we received everything. We had to flag her down for salt and pepper, had to flag her for the bill. We had piles of food leftover and she didn't inquiry about if we enjoyed anything or if we wanted a go to box. I had to quickly ask her because she tried to leave immediately. I did see her stop and interact and assist her other tables. Maybe we were in the forgotten section or maybe she was super swamped. Either way when I go out to eat I intentionally want human interaction and we didn't receive that. I'm disappointed. But once again..my experience might not be yours. read more

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This place had the potential to be great. The food and drinks were genuinely solid. But the entire experience was ruined by the manager, Ryan. The vibe already leans more midtown party spot than quality dining, but what really crossed the line was how Ryan handled a simple issue. I left my bag under the table and called shortly after, while it was still early in the evening, just to confirm if it was there. Instead of helping, Ryan refused to even check and told me to call back the next day when the morning crew came in. No effort, no urgency, just dismissive and unhelpful. After spending around $800 on dinner, that kind of response is unacceptable. It completely overshadowed everything else. Good food, good drinks, but one manager was enough to ruin the entire experience. read more

Came here from brunch. I had the breakfast flatbread and a tea cocktail. Service was great and quick. Hightops were fine to sit on. The flatbread was delicious and definitely shareable. What makes this places great is you can order their tea cocktails and you will get at least 5 cups out of it. It comes out in an actual teapot. So cute. It had a kick and it was refreshing. Reallt enjoyed it. I will be coming here for brunch. more often. read more

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Stopped by Tanner Smith's for brunch, and it was such a great experience! Even without a reservation, I was seated pretty quickly, which was a nice surprise since the place was packed. I went for the cast iron Huevos Rancheros, and it did not disappoint--so much flavor and just the right amount of spice. I also tried the soufflé pancakes (super light and fluffy) and the hot honey chicken and waffles, which were a perfect mix of sweet and spicy. To top it all off, I had an espresso martini that hit the spot. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, the vibe, and the fast seating. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for anyone looking for a solid brunch in the city! read more

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Great bar food, great drinks and great crowd. Loved my dirty martini with a side of truffle fries. I will def be back next time I am in nyc. read more