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.
River North Menu
Select Menu Below
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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Fried chicken nuggetsspicy peach jam17
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli21
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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
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
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
served with fries or mixed greens
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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 bun24make it a veggie burger!
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun27
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Pasta
Gluten-free pasta available upon request
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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 SPAGHETTIroasted cauliflower, long hots, garlic, lemon, basil, parmesan23
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braised short rib mafaldine10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan27
Classics
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AVOCADO TOASTwhole 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, butternut squash, celery root, fennel, dijon caraway beurre blanc35
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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 egg25
Steaks
Cedar River farms
The Smith Bar Steak* 38
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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BUTCHER'S CUT*mushroom + onion jus37
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Skirt*chimichurri41
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NY Strip*green peppercorn47
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Bone-in ribeye*garlic herb butter57
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Filet Mignon*melted blue cheese53
Vegetables
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Baby Broccoli + Cauliflowerslow cooked tomatoes, mediterranean vinaigrette14
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BRUSSELS SPROUTSavocado green goddess, soft herbs, pink peppercorns14
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Baby Spinach9
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HAND CUT FRIESroasted garlic aioli12
Daily Sandwiches
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MONDAYchicken parm25
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TUESDAYPeppercorn burger*29
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WEDNESDAYshort rib meatball27
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THURSDAYchicken kebab26
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FRIDAYcrispy fish filet27
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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.
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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BLACK TRUFFLE ARANCINImushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli16
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Fried chicken nuggetsspicy peach jam17
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli21
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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
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
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
Gluten-free pasta available upon request
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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 SPAGHETTIroasted cauliflower, long hots, garlic, lemon, basil, parmesan23
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braised short rib mafaldine10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan27
Steaks + Burgers
Cedar River Farms
The Smith Bar Steak* 38
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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BUTCHER'S CUT*mushroom + onion jus37
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Skirt*chimichurri41
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NY Strip*green peppercorn47
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Bone-in ribeye*garlic herb butter57
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Filet Mignon*melted blue cheese53
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Burger royale*american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun, fries24make it a veggie burger!
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun, fries27
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus, fries33
Classics
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Roasted Salmon*apple cider braised cabbage, butternut squash, celery root, fennel, dijon caraway beurre blanc35
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CRISPY CHICKEN PAILLARDgarlic whipped potatoes, lemon caper sauce28
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Country Pork Chopjalapeño cheddar grits, scallion and shishito pepper vinaigrette32
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Pot of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries29
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Brick Pressed Half Chickenroasted fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, shallots, sage, balsamic brown butter33
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Grilled Branzinoscallion fried rice, pineapple, cashews, green papaya, thai basil, coconut ginger curry35
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25
Vegetables
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Baby Broccoli + Cauliflowerslow cooked tomatoes, mediterranean vinaigrette14
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Cacio e Pepe Mushroomsparmesan, cracked black pepper14
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BRUSSELS SPROUTSavocado green goddess, soft herbs, pink peppercorns14
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ROASTED FINGERLING POTATOESlemon aioli, scallion, chili crisp12
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GARLIC WHIPPED POTATOES12
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Baby Spinach9
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JALAPEÑO CHEDDAR GRITS9
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HAND CUT FRIESroasted garlic aioli12
Blue Plates
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MONDAYpeppercorn burger*29
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TUESDAYshort rib meatballs32
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WEDNESDAYchicken kebab31
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THURSDAYseared tuna*37
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FRIDAYscallops42
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SATURDAYbaby back ribs31
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SUNDAYchicken parm29
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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
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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BREAKFAST SANDWICHblack pepper bacon, egg, american cheese, avocado, roasted tomato aioli, brioche, home fries21
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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
Steak & Eggs
Choice of steak served with sunny up eggs, home fries, and hollandaise
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Flat Iron*31
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Butcher's Cut*37
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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
Sandwiches
served with fries or mixed greens
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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 bun24make it a veggie burger!
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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
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
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
Coffee & Espresso
Counter Culture
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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 Chocolatewhipped cream6.50
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.
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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tuxedo no. 2gin / dry vermouth / maraschino / orange bitters / absinthe
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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 friesroasted garlic aioli9
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black truffle arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle oil10
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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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Tuxedo No. 2gin / dry vermouth / maraschino / orange bitters / absinthe
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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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Last Wordgin / genepy / maraschino / lime
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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
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 - Weds: 11:30am - 10pm
Thurs: 11:30am - 11pm
Fri: 11:30am - Midnight
Sat: 9:30am - Midnight
Sun: 9:30am - 10pm
Martini Hour: WEEKDAYS 3PM - 6PM
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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.
