Located in the heart of River North, The Smith brings its signature lively atmosphere to Chicago. Whether its an after work bite, drinks on the town, a birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight-night, we’ve got you covered.
Cater your next event with us!
Planning a team lunch, family celebration, or cocktail party? Let us do the cooking! Our drop-off catering menu
is designed to make hosting easy, featuring
crowd-pleasing favorites that can be ordered by the
platter or package. Pick up or delivery is available daily
for lunch and dinner. Whether you’re feeding a small
group or a full office, our menu options are perfect for
any occasion.
River North Menu
- Select Menu Below
- Restaurant week Lunch
- Weekday Lunch
- Restaurant Week Dinner
- Dinner
- Weekend Brunch
- Sunset
- Dessert
- Martini Hour
- Drinks
Select Menu Below
Restaurant week Lunch
Restaurant Week Lunch $30
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Monday - FridayJanuary 23rd - February 6th
STARTER
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ROASTED TOMATO SOUPgarlic croutons, fontina
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RICOTTA GNOCCHItruffle cream
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ROASTED OYSTERStomato aioli, baby arugula, red onion, basil, parmesan, fries
MAIN COURSE
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CRISPY CHICKEN PAILLARDgarlic whipped potatoes, lemon caper sauce
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MUSSELS + FRIESchardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon
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BISTRO BURGERpeppercorn crusted patty, fontina, green peppercorn sauce, red onion, truffle aioli, brioche bun, fries
DESSERT
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quarter poundergiant homemade chocolate chip cookie
Weekday Lunch
Weekday Lunch Menu
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AVAILABLE MON - FRI FROM 11:30AM - 5:00PM
Raw Bar
Oysters
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN4
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Fishers Island*Block Island Sound, NY4
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Oyster of the Day4
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Oyster Samplertwo of each31
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp45
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare72
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare128
Shrimp Cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
starters
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Chips + Dipcaramelized onion + blue cheese fondue, house potato chips16
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ROASTED TOMATO SOUPgarlic croutons, fontina15
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli21
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Burratamarinated roasted tomatoes, toasted almond pesto, sesame garlic bread18
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BRUSSELS SPROUTSavocado green goddess, soft herbs, pink peppercorns14
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Hand Cut Fries
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Classicsea salt, roasted garlic aioli12
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parmesan truffletruffle aioli15
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spicy ranchghost chilies, ranch13
Salads
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette16
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico16
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MEDITERRANEANred romaine, cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta, olives, oregano lemon vinaigrette16
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CHOPPED WEDGEbaby iceberg, black pepper bacon, honeycrisp apples, celery, red onion, blue cheese vinaigrette16
Salads with an addition
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Avocado20
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Grilled Chicken26
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Marinated Shrimp28
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Roasted Salmon*29
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Sliced Flat iron Steak*29
Sandwiches
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Breakfast Sandwichblack pepper bacon, egg, american cheese, avocado, roasted tomato aioli, brioche21
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta23
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus33
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burger royale*american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun24
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun27
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BISTRO BURGER*peppercorn crusted patty, fontina, green peppercorn sauce, red onion, truffle aioli, brioche bun28
Pasta
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rigatoni alla vodkatomato, stracciatella cheese, crème fraîche, sesame25
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SPICY SHRIMP SCAMPItagliatelle, calabrian chilies, lemony garlic bread crumbs28
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream24
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LATE NIGHT SPAGHETTIgarlic, olive oil, red chilies, lemon, parsley, parmesan19
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braised short rib mafaldine10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan27
Classics
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AVOCADO TOAST*whole wheat, red pepper flakes, lemon, poached eggs22
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Goat Cheese Omelettebaby spinach, shallots, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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Roasted Salmon*apple cider braised cabbage, celery root, butternut squash, fennel, horseradish35
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Chicken milanesebaby arugula, tomatoes, red onion, parmesan, basil, red wine lemon vinaigrette26
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Pot Of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries29
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25with grilled chicken 29 | marinated shrimp 31 | roasted salmon 35 | sliced flat iron steak 35
Steaks
The Smith Bar Steak* 38
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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Skirt*41
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NY Strip*47
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Bone-in ribeye*57
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Filet Mignon*53
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*These items are cooked to order. Eating raw or undercooked fish, shellfish, eggs or meat increases the risk of foodborne illnesses. Please alert your server of any food allergies, as not all ingredients are listed on the menu.
Restaurant Week Dinner
Restaurant Week Dinner $60
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January 23rd - February 8th
STARTERS
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CHOPPED WEDGE saladbaby iceberg, black pepper bacon, honeycrisp apples, celery, red onion, blue cheese vinaigrette
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ROASTED OYSTERScalabrian chili butter parmesan, garlic breadcrumbs
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RICOTTA GNOCCHItruffle cream
MAIN COURSE
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SHORT RIB MEATBALLSgarlic whipped potatoes, portobello mushroom gravy, sage
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SPICY SHRIMP SCAMPItagliatelle, calabrian chilies, lemony garlic breadcrumbs
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CHICKEN "SOUVLAKI"pickled cabbage, shaved fennel, feta, white + green sauce, harissa, flatbread
DESSERT
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HONEYCRISP APPLE PIEtoasted almond oat crumble, vanilla ice cream
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STICKY TOFFEE PUDDINGskillet baked, medjool dates, vanilla ice cream
Dinner
Dinner Menu
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AVAILABLE DAILY FROM 5:00PM - CLOSE
Raw Bar
Oysters
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN4
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Fishers Island*Block Island Sound, NY4
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Oyster of the Day4
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Oyster Samplertwo of each31
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp45
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare72
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare128
Shrimp Cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
starters
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Chips + Dipcaramelized onion + blue cheese fondue, house potato chips16
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ROASTED TOMATO SOUPgarlic croutons, fontina15
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli21
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Burratamarinated roasted tomatoes, toasted almond pesto, sesame garlic bread18
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BRUSSELS SPROUTSavocado green goddess, soft herbs, pink peppercorns14
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pei musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon18large with fries 29
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Hand Cut Fries
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Classicsea salt, roasted garlic aioli12
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parmesan truffletruffle aioli15
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spicy ranchghost chilies, ranch13
Salads
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette16
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico16
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MEDITERRANEANred romaine, cucumber, tomato, red onion, chickpeas, feta, olives, oregano lemon vinaigrette16
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CHOPPED WEDGEbaby iceberg, black pepper bacon, honeycrisp apples, celery, red onion, blue cheese vinaigrette16
Salads with an addition
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Avocado20
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Grilled Chicken26
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chicken Milanese26
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Marinated Shrimp28
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Roasted Salmon*29
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Sliced Flat iron Steak*29
Pasta
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rigatoni alla vodkatomato, stracciatella cheese, crème fraîche, sesame25
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SPICY SHRIMP SCAMPItagliatelle, calabrian chilies, lemony garlic bread crumbs28
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream24
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LATE NIGHT SPAGHETTIgarlic, olive oil, red chilies, lemon, parsley, parmesan19
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braised short rib MAFALDINE10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan27
Steaks + Burgers
The Smith Bar Steak* 38
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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Skirt*41
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NY Strip*47
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Bone-in ribeye*57
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Filet Mignon*53
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Burger royale*american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun, fries24
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun, fries27
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BISTRO BURGER*peppercorn crusted patty, fontina, green peppercorn sauce, red onion, truffle aioli, brioche bun, fries28
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus, fries33
Classics
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Brick Pressed Half Chickenroasted fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, shallots, sage, balsamic brown butter33
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SHORT RIB MEATBALLSgarlic whipped potatoes, baby portobello mushroom ragu32
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25with grilled chicken 29 | marinated shrimp 31 | roasted salmon 35 | sliced flat iron steak 35
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Grilled Shrimpscallion fried rice, pineapple, cashews, coconut ginger curry31
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CRISPY CHICKEN PAILLARDgarlic whipped potatoes, lemon caper sauce29
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Roasted Salmon*apple cider braised cabbage, celery root, butternut squash, fennel, horseradish35
Vegetables
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ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOESlemon aioli, scallion, chili crisp12
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Baby Spinach9
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GARLIC WHIPPED POTATOES12
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*These items are cooked to order. Eating raw or undercooked fish, shellfish, eggs or meat increases the risk of foodborne illnesses. Please alert your server of any food allergies, as not all ingredients are listed on the menu.
Weekend Brunch
Brunch Menu
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SAT & SUN FROM 9:30AM-4:00PM
Raw Bar
Oysters
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN4
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Fishers Island*Block Island Sound, NY4
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Oyster of the Day*4
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Oyster Sampler*two of each31
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp45
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare72
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare128
Shrimp cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
Starters
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CINNAMON SUGAR DOUGHNUTShot fudge dipping sauce14
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Chips + Dipcaramelized onion + blue cheese fondue, house potato chips16
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Crispy Calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli19
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BURRATAmarinated roasted tomatoes, toasted almond pesto, parmesan garlic bread18
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Steak & Eggs
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Flat Iron*31
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Skirt*41
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NY Strip*47
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Bone-IN Ribeye*57
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Filet Mignon*53
Salads
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette16
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico16
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MEDITERRANEANred romaine, cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta, olives, oregano lemon vinaigrette16
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chopped wedgebaby iceberg, black pepper bacon, honeycrisp apples, celery, red onion, blue cheese vinaigrette16
Salads with an Addition
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Avocado20
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Grilled Chicken26
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Chicken milanese26
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Marinated Shrimp28
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Roasted Salmon*29
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Sliced Flat iron Steak*29
Sides
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FRUIT + YOGURTmixed berries, toasted almond granola, sunflower seeds, sesame, peach jam12
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Apple Smoked Bacon5/11
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Maple Chicken Sausage8
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Jalapeño Cheddar Grits9
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Hand Cut Friesroasted garlic aioli11
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Home Fries12
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Potato Waffle9
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Toastwhole wheat or ciabatta3
Brunch Cocktails
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mimosaschoice of grapefruit / cucumber-pineapple / or passion fruit-orange9
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bloody maryvodka / secret recipe11
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tequila sunrisetequila blanco / orange / peach / pomegranate / lime11
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latte cocktailvodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / latte11
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The Spritzaperitif / citrus / sparkling wine / soda11
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Pool Party Slsushiegin / aperitivo / grapefruit / lemon / sparkling wine11
Eggs & Griddle
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Eggs + Baconcheddar herb omelette, apple smoked bacon, potato waffle19
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BAKED EGGS ALLA VODKA*tomato, spinach, stracciatella cheese, sesame, toasted ciabatta19
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The Smith Eggs Benedict*black forest ham, english muffin, hollandaise, poached eggs, home fries22
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Smoked Salmon Potato Wafflepoached eggs, hollandaise, everything spice, pickled onion25
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Goat Cheese Omelettebaby spinach, shallots, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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shrimp + grits*jalapeño cheddar grits, poached eggs, blackened shoestring potatoes25
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Ranchero Scrambleblack beans, avocado, chihuahua cheese, salsa verde, jalapeños, blue corn tortillas, pickled onion21
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Avocado Toastwhole wheat, red pepper flakes, lemon, poached eggs22
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Benedict Johnny*cheddar cornbread, maple chicken sausage, poached eggs, hollandaise22
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Buttermilk pancakessticky toffee caramel, pecan maple butter18
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Vanilla Bean French Toastcrème brûlée battered, caramelized bananas, candied orange mascarpone19
Sandwiches
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BREAKFAST SANDWICHblack pepper bacon, egg, american cheese, avocado, roasted tomato aioli, brioche, home fries21
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta23
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Burger royale*american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun24
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus33
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun27
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Bistro Burger*peppercorn crusted patty, fontina, green peppercorn sauce, red onion, truffle aioli, brioche bun28
Coffee & Espresso
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Coffee5
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Espresso5.50
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Cappuccinoespresso / frothed milk6.50
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Red Eyecoffee / espresso shot6
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Americanoespresso / hot water5.50
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Latteespresso / steamed milk6.50
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Mochaespresso / hot chocolate6.50
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Hot Chocolatetoasted marshmallow / chocolate drizzle6.50
Tea
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Classic Green / Green Mint / Earl Grey / English Breakfast / Chai / Chamomile (d) / Peppermint (d)5
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Matcha Latteoat milk / honey6.50
Fresh Pressed Juice 8
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Orange / Grapefruit
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*These items are cooked to order. Eating raw or undercooked fish, shellfish, eggs or meat increases the risk of foodborne illnesses. Please alert your server of any food allergies, as not all ingredients are listed on the menu.
Sunset
Sunset Menu
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AVAILABLE SAT & SUN FROM 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Raw Bar
Oysters
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN4
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Fishers Island*Block Island Sound, NY4
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Oyster of the Day4
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Oyster Samplertwo of each31
The Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp45
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare72
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare128
Shrimp cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
Starters
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Chips + Dipcaramelized onion + blue cheese fondue, house potato chips16
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli21
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Burratamarinated roasted tomatoes, toasted almond pesto, sesame garlic bread18
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Spicy Salmon Tartarecrispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Vegetables
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Baby Spinach9
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HAND CUT FRIESroasted garlic aioli12
Salads
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette16
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico16
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MEDITERRANEANred romaine, cucumber, tomato, red onion, chickpeas, feta, olives, oregano lemon vinaigrette16
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CHOPPED WEDGEbaby iceberg, black pepper bacon, honeycrisp apples, celery, red onion, blue cheese vinaigrette16
salads with an addition
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Avocado20
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Grilled Chicken26
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chicken Milanese26
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Marinated Shrimp28
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Roasted Salmon*29
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Sliced Flat iron Steak*29
Sandwiches
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted sesame bun23
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus, fries33
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Burger royale*american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun, fries24
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The Smith Burgerbacon shallot jam, american cheese, crispy onions, house pickles, TSB sauce, potato bun27
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BISTRO BURGER*peppercorn crusted patty, fontina, green peppercorn sauce, red onion, truffle aioli, brioche bun, fries28
Steaks
The Smith Bar Steak* 38
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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Skirt*41
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NY Strip*47
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Bone-in ribeye*57
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Filet Mignon*53
Dessert
Desserts
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devil’s layer cakenine layer dark chocolate cake, mascarpone mousse, candied cocoa nibs14
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Honeycrisp Apple pietoasted almond oat crumble, vanilla ice cream14
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Hot Fudge Sundaechocolate ice cream, brown butter chocolate cake, caramelized bananas, chocolate pecan bark, whipped cream14
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sticky toffee puddingskillet baked, medjool dates, vanilla ice cream14
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Quarter Pounders 6
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giant homemade chocolate chip cookie
Three Scoops
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ice creamcoconut, vanilla, strawberry9
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sorbetstrawberry9
Martini Hour
Martini Hour Menu
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AVAILABLE AT THE BAR
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WEEKDAYS 3PM - 6PM
Martinis 12
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salt + vinegarvodka / mignonette / amontillado sherry / dry vermouth / pickled onion
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dirty blue olivevodka or gin / dry vermouth / house brine / blue cheese olives
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with a twistcitrus gin / aperitif / dry vermouth
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espresso martinivodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / cold brew
Raw Bar
THE RAW BAR SPECIAL $20
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Salt + Vinegar Martini and three oysters
Snacks
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half dozen oysters15
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chips + dipcaramelized onion + blue cheese fondue, house potato chips10
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shrimp cocktailcocktail sauce, citrus remoulade12
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hand cut friesclassic 9 | parmesan truffle 12 | spicy ranch 10
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the royale plattereight oysters, six chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare39
Drinks
Cocktails 17
Bubbly + Bright
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The Spritzaperitivo / citrus / sparkling wine / soda
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Sparkling Cosmovodka / cranberry / lemon / lime / orange blossom / sparkling wine
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The Gatsbygin / pomegranate / hibiscus / lemon / sparkling wine
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Champagne Coladajamaican rum / coconut / mint / lime / sparkling wine
*Frozen Pool Party*
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gin / aperitivo / grapefruit / lemon / sparkling wine
Smashes + Sours
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Smokeshowmezcal / passion fruit / chile / amaro / lime
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New York Sourbourbon / lemon / egg white / pinot noir
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Spiced Pear Margaritareposado tequila / spiced pear / lemon / agave
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Yuzu Gimletbrooklyn made dry gin / yuzu / shochu / lime
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Cucumber Locoblanco tequila / cucumber / elderflower / lime
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Basil Lemon Dropvodka / thai basil / bitter orange / lavender / lemon
Martinis
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Salt + Vinegarvodka / mignonette / amontillado sherry / dry vermouth / pickled onion
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Dirty Blue Olivegin / dry vermouth / house brine / blue cheese olives
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With a Twistcitrus gin / aperitif / dry vermouth
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Espresso Martinivodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / cold brew
Boozy + Classic
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Walnut Old Fashionedbourbon / amaro dell'etna / angostura bitters / walnut bitters
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Negronigin / bitter rouge / house vermouth blend
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Oaxacan Sunshinemezcal / reposado tequila / grapefruit liqueur / tamarind / amaro / mole bitters
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Midtown Manhattan No. 3bourbon / rye / amaro / house vermouth blend / amontillado sherry / angostura bitters
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Hot Toddybourbon / tawny port / bitter orange / honey / lemon
Highballs + Fizzes
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The Mulevodka / ginger beer / lime
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Sunset Palomablanco tequila / grapefruit / aperitivo / ginger / lemon
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The Smith Bloody Maryvodka / secret recipe
Zero Proof
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All Day Spritzverjus / NA aperitif / orange blossom / grapefruit soda13
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City Birdpineapple / pomegranate / hibiscus / NA aperitif / lime13
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Pomegranate-Hibiscus Iced Tea7.50
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Cucumber Mule7.50
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Matcha-Yuzu Arnold Palmer7.50
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Passion Fruit-Maple7.50
Beer & Cider
On Draft
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Hidden Hand The 77 LagerIL / 4.0%9
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Moody Tongue Aperitif PilsnerIL / 5.0%10
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3 floyds gumballhead wheat aleIN / 5.6%10
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Off Color Apex Predator SaisonIL / 6.5%10
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Old Irving Doji Cold IPLIL / 5.5%10
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Begyle Neighborly Nitro Irish StoutIL / 6%, 10
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Other Half Green City IPAIL / 7.0%, 11
Bottled & Canned
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two brothers prairie path ale (gf)IL / 5.1%8
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Athletic Brewing Run Wild Non-Alcoholic IPACT8
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starcut pulsar dry ciderMI / 6.4%9
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blake’s el chavo mango habanero ciderMI / 6.9%10
Directions & hours
400 N CLARK STREET (AT W KINZIE STREET) 312.312.5100
HoursMon - Thurs: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri: 11:30am - 11pm
Sat: 9:30am - 11pm
Sun: 9:30am - 10pm
Martini Hour: WEEKDAYS 3PM - 6PM
The LMerchandise Mart (Brown Line, Purple Line), Grand/State (Red Line)
PLAN YOUR NEXT EVENT AT RIVER NORTH
With two private dining rooms – one offering a private bar, the other AV capabilities – The Smith Chicago is the perfect choice for your celebration of up to 50 guests.
