Came here for dinner after a long day at the McCormick Place. Service was very prompt, and our server was very pleasant and attentive to us. Place was modern yet romantic, and they actually dimmed the lights as the day got darker. Food was very good! My husband enjoyed the steak he got, and my fish was very moist, flavorful and not dry. Perfect spot to grab dinner with friends, or a nice dinner with you significant other. read more

You'll have a great experience here. Their brunch is phenomenal. Highly recommend the cucumber-pineapple mimosa. It's very refreshing. The service is always top notch and very friendly staff. Very classy atmosphere and don't forget to stop by the Photo Booth! read more

The Smith - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Fantastic place to go for a pre-theater dinner! The servers were super attentive and knew that we were on a timeline. Really good American fare that's all very flavorful, but also very rich. We started with the blue cheese chips that are drizzled with this amazing blue cheese dressing throughout! Brussels sprouts as an appetizer went really fast at the table. I really liked their interpretation of a French dip. Instead of french fries, I substituted the jalapeño cheesy grits, and they were delicious! The burger is really hefty and comes with a generous portion of fries. My friend really liked the pot of mussels. The lighting is a bit dark, depending on where you're sitting. But the booth and chairs were comfortable and there was a lively buzz in the place. read more

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Stopped by The Smith to partake in the Martini Happy Hour! Discounts on appetizers and a variety of martinis. I ordered the Basil Lemon Drop Martini and it was crisp and refreshing. Perfect drink after a long work week! Also tried the black truffle arancini, which was a sophisticated mozzarella stick - so tasty!! The staff is outstanding. They went above and beyond to help find a spot near the bar for happy hour and took our allergy restrictions very seriously. The place was packed, so I'd recommend a reservation if you're going for dinner. This is an appropriate location for drinks with colleagues, appetizers with the girls, or a date. read more

The Smith - Black Truffle Arancini - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Took a big group out to The Smith for dinner. Overall it was a bit underwhelming. I feel like it was trying to give the New York vibe but didn't quite hit the mark for me. I got the aperol mocktail which I enjoyed and we ordered various appetizers but they were all just okay. I got the pasta for dinner and added salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly. read more

I usually love the smith but this was not it. I ordered a Caesar salad and it was so limp with lots of brown spots. The side of fries was great. We were in the basement. It was so warm and a bit smelly. The bathrooms are single stalls but separated by male/female so I had to wait in line. I definitely wouldn't rush back here. read more

I wish I could give the Smith 10 stars! From the excellent service to the absolutely delicious food, I was blown away! I wish I could remember our server's name, because she deserves recognition. She was friendly, happy to answer any questions, kept our water glasses full and was just on top of everything. Now for the food. My husband's grilled chicken sandwich was a flavor bomb! The aioli took it to a whole other level. After being "overserved" the night before, I chose wheat toast and chicken sausage to kind of keep it bland. Well let me tell you, neither the sausage or the toast was in any way bland. If you eat here, please get a side of the sausage!! It was the best breakfast sausage I've ever had. I also had a decaf cappuccino with almond milk. Chef's kiss! Y'all, this place was fantastic! read more

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We went there with a group of friends p on Sunday. It opened early and was easy to make a reservation. Parking was plentiful! The service was great! We brought a cake and they cut it up for us! The food was delicious and something we still drool about! When you buy an entree in the eggs and skillet or steak category you get a free alcoholic drink which I mean sign me up! Love that and will definitely be back! read more

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Went out to dinner with a group of friends while visiting the city. Restaurant was busy but was quickly sat with a reservation. We all ordered a drink, it took a minute but wasn't too bad. I got the cool cucumber which was delicious! We all ordered salads for meals, I got the three lettuce, which was good. A little too much dressing for my liking but I should have asked for dressing on the side. Overall, great place to sit and chat for dinner with girlfriends in a great location. read more

The Smith - Hand cut fries with aioli - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Went for brunch and it was good/reliable! This isn't a place that reinvent the wheel and they have several locations and other cities so you know what you're going to get. The atmosphere feels like a typical New York restaurant - Modern, but still open and airy. But it's an easy place for a nicer brunch and a good place to go with parents. I tried the French omelette with goat cheese, and also the potatoes. The sourdough bread was also very good! Everyone liked their meal and service was excellent. They are also really, really good with food allergies. read more

5 stars was our experience at The Smith. Made reservations on Open Table and were seated and greeted immediately! I love the decor but it IS quite loud in there so a little hard to have a conversation with the others at your table. Maybe ask for a table way in the back. We still had a great time. The short rib fusilli was so perfect! And two of us ordered the Brick pressed Chicken. Very good. The calamari app was different and excellent. The drinks were fine. Nothing special...just cocktails. Our server Brian was wonderful. We had a few questions about the food before ordering he knew the answers immediately. And was friendly and efficient. read more

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Stopped in for lunch after the marathon and ended up having a great experience. The outdoor patio (in its final weeks here in October) was a treat to get a seat at and filled with warmers if you're concerned at all with the chicago weather. Our service was prompt and cordial, plus we loved the inside when we passed through to check in at the front desk. Would love to eat inside and try their dinner menu next time we go, because the ambiance seemed classy but casual. My friend loved the spicy salmon appetizer and we both loved our iced mochas to start. They also brought out complimentary sour dough bread that had a great texture to it. Moving on the mains, I think the burger was great in the first couple bites but overall there is a lot going on. Probably a little bit too much for my liking, because I thought the burger patty itself was perfect and I would've loved to focus on the taste of that a bit more. A lot of sauce and quite overpowering - especially paired with the crispy onions on it. If you're someone who hates a simple burger, you'd probably love this. Me personally, I would get it again but a stripped down version of it! My friend loved their chicken sandwich and didn't have much to note about it because they were pretty full from the appetizer- but I included a photo anyways for those who are curious and would like to see what they're getting in to. Love The Smith and will be back to try some of their other stuff I was torn between getting (like their eggs Benedict and avocado toast)! read more

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Went on a date with my wife this past Saturday and the food was amazing! Braised short rib mafaldine was outstanding definitely a delicious comfort food. As always oysters of the day were fresh and great. Salmon tartar was chefs kiss read more

I have celiac and when we got seated with Adrien and immediately knew we were in good hands. She was incredibly friendly, helpful, and very attentive, literally a perfect server experience. The food and drinks were delicious as well - we got cosmos and The Gatsby all night and they were perfect. I got the truffle fries which were great and the gluten free pasta which was so good I almost doubted it was gf. We ended the night with the ice cream sundae which was maybe the best thing, definitely a must order. Really nice place, fast service, delicious food, great date night. read more

The ambience is nice, easy going, spacious, various seating styles and plenty of seats and some have hooks under the tables for your bag, dim lights. The food is okay. I loved the idea of veges inside the calamari dish but i only liked the zucchini bc it was not crispy but the other veges were salty all crispy but the breading of the calamari was not crispy or light for the maybe 8 calamari ring pieces that werent fried to a crisp. There were so few pieces of actual calamari for $19. There were the baby full pieces w legs but they were air fried to a crisp so that none of those pieces were chewy ... just crunchy. So it tasted like just potato crisps that looked like calamari. So i was still hungry when usually a plate of fried calamari would have filled me up. The drinks were good. Overall it's a great atmosphere nice for crowds of family and friends when you are out late and the wait staff are attentive and friendly. read more

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Food & service were great!! We had a reservation and were quickly seated. We got the lemon drop and espresso martini which were both fantastic. My fiancé is gluten intolerant and the restaurant took special care to ensure his food was clear of cross contamination. We got the spicy salmon tartare as an appetizer. He got the bar steak and said it was one of the best he had had. I got the rigatoni alla vodka which was also great! Our servers were attentive and were frequently checking in. Overall, a wonderful experience and we will definitely be back! read more

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I really wasn't expecting The Smith to be this good, but it completely exceeded my expectations. We stopped in for a late dinner around 10 PM after our flight landed, and somehow ended up having one of our favorite meals in Chicago. I was pleasantly surprised by the variety on their menu--we were able to order both pasta and bibimbap, which isn't a combination you see every day. But the real standout? The Ricotta Gnocchi with truffle cream. Hands down, some of the best gnocchi I've ever had--perfectly pillowy, light, and drenched in the most rich, flavorful sauce. Every bite was pure heaven. Beyond the food, the cocktails were excellent, and the entire experience was just easy and enjoyable. We all thoroughly loved our meal, and I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Chicago. Highly recommend! read more

The Smith - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I really enjoyed this spot! The atmosphere was beautiful and crowded for a Sunday. I got the chicken parm. It was good and I loved the burata on top but I was a little disappointed it didn't come with a side of pasta. When I asked about it, they said they don't do that but offered for me to get something else on the menu LOL I'm not that greedy! My table ended the night by sharing the devil layer cake and the sticky toffee pudding. They were both spectacular but the pudding blew me away. I will be dreaming of that for a while. read more

The Smith - Chicken Parmesan - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We go there because it's close and convenient, the food is good, nothing necessarily to write home about. Sometimes we've hit the bar for the happy hour menu specials--the place overall has a weird smell. The staff is attentive and friendly. read more

This is one of the pricier places in river north but i think it's totally worth the food! I don't think I've had a better vodka rigatoni than the one at The Smith!! They also have the most decadent and gooey sticky toffee cake that comes in a cast iron. Their bistro vibes are perfect for enjoying a warm meal whether it's for an office lunch or a date! read more

I came here for brunch and it was really good. The meal included a drink and I had sangria that was flavorful and not very sweet. The server was super nice and attentive as well. I spent my time outside people watching. read more

This place already wasn't great and has definitely gone downhill in my opinion. While drinks are great, our steak frites and ceasar salad were so small in portion. The steak had a nasty peppercorn gravy smothered all over the few pieces too. Fried chicken nuggets were a decent appetizer. read more

The Smith - Steak frites - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Loved the style of this place. The bar is backlit with a lot of different color bottles. The service was quite slow but we were there on a busy brunch day. My French toast was amazing and they gave me a complimentary mimosa on the side. Would definitely come back read more

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My go to kale salad for brunch! Delicious food, great cocktails, good atmosphere. The smith does not disappoint read more

The Smith - Kale Quinoa Salad Hand Cut Fries - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went for Christmas dinner. Had a fantastic experience. Food, service and ambiance were quite nice. Definitely going back.

Great people watching patio. I've only ever sat outside while I was here. My friend swears by the bolognese. Unfortunately, it's no longer in the menu! :( For dessert, try the s'mores in a jar. It's delicious. Imagine chocolate pudding, graham cracker crumbs, & marshmallows. Eat those calories! Totally worth it. Lastly, our water was great! Which is always a pleasure! read more

The Smith - S'mores in a Jar - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My sisters and I were walking around have to get our nails done and came across the Smith. I'm so glad we went in; it's been on my list for some time but I'm glad I finally stopped in. The food is delicious as long with great customer service. They always checked on us as well as it was great drink recommendations. I have to check this place out door on dinner but lunch was amazing. The restaurant was decorated for the holidays but it's very intimate, cozy and nice in general. Check it out. read more

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The service was at the bar with Kyle. You'll notice him: he looks like the Walmart version of Ryan Gosling or Jake Gyllenhaal. Choose your poison: he delivers. Great conversationalist, very insightful and entertaining. 10/10 would recommend this bar just because of him. He provided bread and butter. Good conversation and a really cool moment. The Gnocchi were amazing. Truffles. Crispy? Unbelievable. The creamy sauce resembles a quattro formaggi from nonna herself. Very warm. The only thing: is not a lot of food for 25 bucks. It should need an extra scoop of that madness. 10/10 The Toffee cake or pudding is the specialty of the house when it comes to dessert. It's served with a creamy vanilla ice cream. The caramel flavour mixed with texture of the cake make it a fan favourite. The ice cream is nothing out of the ordinary, just high grade vanilla bean ice cream. 10/10 All of this clocked at about 45 / 55 bucks for a single lad. read more

The Smith - Ricotta Gnocchi - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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When you walk in you feel like you have arrived in a place far, far away that is beautiful and ornate. The views of River North are amazing. Seating is impressive. Arm room galore. Ask for Bella & Veins. They will not disappoint! The menu is enormous. Anything you want is there from oysters to steak to fish. Your dinning is complete. Bella will advise on the food to partake of and Veins will tell you about your surroundings and the absolute best...Ask Veins she will tell you. Trust me this is the place that will excite your senses and delight your soul. 50 STARS!!! read more

We always keep coming back here. This is probably my most frequently visited Happy Hour (Martini Hour) in the city. It's hard to pin down a specific reason for why this restaurant draws me back. The service is quick and professional, certainly. The food is consistently good. The drinks are never watered down. The bar area always has a good rotation of people coming and going, and the dining area never has more than a few seats empty at a time. My favorites for Martini Hour are the French Martini and the Wake Up Call. The drinks here run strong. Pair that with a side of fries, and also a Half Dozen Oysters and it's going to be a good time. Proper menu-wise, I've only had the chance to try the Braised Short Rib Fusilli as an add-on after Martini Hour ended. This was a great mix of perfectly cooked short rib and al dente pasta (yes, actually al dente), with a slight bit of heat and some sweetness from the tomatoes. I think The Smith hits the standard for a lot of things for me, and that's probably why it's on my rotation of restaurants that I often go to. From a recommendation standpoint, if you're in town visiting and happen to be around, this would make a nice spot to grab a drink before roaming downtown some more. If you're a Chicagoan, come around if you get off from work early and grab a drink before eating a light(ish) dinner before heading back home. read more

The Smith - Oysters and fries - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We had a large group for a birthday dinner. We got there for an early dinner, straddling the end of lunch into the beginning of dinner. It wasn't very full when we got there, but by the time we left, the place was pretty busy. It has a handsome, clean, and enjoyable ambience. We had great service and spoke to someone other than our server who came to check on us to see how we were doing and talk about their food with them. Our table shared the french fries, calamari, and burrata for appetizers, of which, I tried all three. They were all really good. I wish there was more to the calamari, because it was really good and I just wanted to eat more of it. The burrata was served with a bed of red sauce, which it went well with it, but the real star of that dish was the toasted garlic bread came with. The french fries were ample and most importantly, very good. I would've liked to try the arancini, however, those appetizers are not on the lunch menu so we didn't end up getting them. We also would've tried the muscles to share for the table, but again those are not on the menu we ordered our appetizers from while waiting for dinner to start. For dinner, I got the pork chop which is served on a bed of jalapeño cheesy grits. This dinner was just wonderful. I took a superhuman amount of strength to not lick my plate when I was done eating. I tasted a bite of my wife's gnocchi, and it was utterly fantastic. It could possibly stand to be a little bigger of a dish, but for taste, it was darn near perfect. The only thing that I had at The Smith that I didn't like was the side car. I've had a lot of side cars in a lot of places, including various cities around the world. It's not my go to drink, but I have it semi-frequently in nicer establishments, and I did not like this one. That's really the only part of the dining experience that did not completely impress me. read more

The Smith - Country Pork Chop - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I used to love this place but the menu change is disappointing. Also, the ingredients/food seemed to be lower quality. Could have been an off night but the price was not worth the quality. read more

Great service and location. Fries were really good burger excellent and chicken cooked perfectly read more

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If you are looking for a great place for a date downtown Chicago, look no further than The Smith ! Right in River North, this is great for a group date before a night out on the town or before a show. Vibrant atmosphere with a very cool vibe and great standard upscale American fair like burgers and French dip sandwiches. Good service that can get you in and out without feeling rushed. #chicago read more

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Sat at the bar and was warmly received and served by Coty. He made a great extra dirty martini and made great recs about the oysters. The place had a cool vibe. I would love to come back to try other food. read more

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I could see this place being good for a work coffee or cocktail. I had planned brunch here with a friend, but by the time we got there the patio was in shade, and there were very few people inside. We still decided to give it a chance, because the staff had a friendly vibe. Our server was great. Everything took awhile to come out, though, and the salmon tartare was just not very good. I don't think we finished it and it's five pieces. The spice is a small slice of jalapeño, the texture of the salmon (paste?) was just off and not very flavorful. We decided not to order more. I will say the matcha latte was incredibly delicious, and our waiter was very nice. read more

Outstanding service and excellent food. No dish is complete without a ceasar salad on the side and a bourbon sour with egg white to sip on. Definitely recommended and highly encouraged for a pleasant atmosphere, great service, and fantastic food. read more

The Smith - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This steak was absolutely delicious, it was cooked perfectly. The waiter was kind and informative and recommended the steak, it did not disappoint. The restaurant was a little loud, but in a good way where you feel like everyone is having fun and enjoying their time with the groups they are with. If you are in a big group you might have trouble hearing across the table though. Would def recommend though on the food and service alone! read more

The Smith - Flat iron steak, medium. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you're after a laid-back spot for a late brunch. This is a great choice. There's no special, so it's much quiet than other places. The bartenders were friendly and attentive, and both the food and drinks were solid. read more

The Smith - 06.22.25 Goat cheese omelet was good. You get a lot of goat cheese. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The Smith is a super cute spot for a pretty summer day because of their open indoor/outdoor concept. I can imagine it's also great for renting to big parties - there's an area downstairs that seems like a pretty cool little venue to rent out. The burger was very tasty and the fries almost taste like elevated McDonald's (lol). Special thanks to the burrata which was my fav item I tried. Cocktails were pretty sweet - Gatsby and Cosmo specifically. Overall wouldn't jump for a reservation but would go back. read more

The Smith - Burrata - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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