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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Chebooktook*New Brunswick, CAN3.75
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA3.75
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN3.75
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Oyster of the Day*3.75
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Oyster Sampler*two of each29
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp44
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare66
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare123
Shrimp Cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
starters
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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue13
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Fried chicken nuggetsspicy peach jam15
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli19
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Burratatoasted almond pesto, parmesan garlic bread16
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted19
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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THREE LETTUCEred leaf romaine, castelfranco, baby gem, fennel, basil, lemon vinaigrette15
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Snap Pea + Cucumberpea shoots, arugula, frisée, pecorino, lemon parmesan vinaigrette16
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BLUE CHEESE WEDGEbaby romaine, granny smith apples, red onion, blue cheese dressing, garlic breadcrumbs16
additions
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any salad with the below additions
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Avocado21
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Grilled Chicken24
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Marinated Shrimp27
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Roasted Salmon29
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Sliced Flat iron Steak*29
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No protein19
Sandwiches
served with fries or mixed greens
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta22
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veggie burger royaleroasted veggie patty, american cheese, beefsteak tomato, onion, lettuce, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun22
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus, fries29
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun24
Pasta
Gluten-free pasta available upon request
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rigatoni alla vodkatomato, stracciatella cheese, crème fraîche, sesame24
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SPICY SHRIMP SCAMPIspaghetti, calabrian chilies, lemony garlic bread crumbs27
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Basil Pesto Radiatorifava beans, sweet peas, pea shoots, mint, parmesan23
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braised short rib mafaldine10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan26
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream22
Classics
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AVOCADO TOASTwhole wheat, red pepper flakes, lemon18
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add poached eggs...one 3 / two 5.50
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Goat Cheese Omelettebaby spinach, shallots, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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Chicken milanesebaby arugula, shaved fennel, grapefruit, orange, red onion, red wine lemon vinaigrette24
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Pot Of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries28
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Roasted Salmonartichoke + butter bean hummus, harissa marinated eggplant, shaved fennel, celery33
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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* 34
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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Flat Iron*garlic herb butter29
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Skirt*chimichurri39
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NY Strip*green peppercorn44
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Bone-in ribeye*truffled mushrooms61
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Filet Mignon*melted blue cheese48
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 aioli9
Daily Sandwiches
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MONDAYchicken parm23
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TUESDAYle burger25
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WEDNESDAYahi tuna melt24
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THURSDAYduck bánh mì27
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FRIDAYslow roasted pork24
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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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Chebooktook*New Brunswick, CAN3.75
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA3.75
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN3.75
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Oyster of the Day3.75
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Oyster Samplertwo of each29
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp44
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare66
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare123
Shrimp Cocktail 19
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cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
starters
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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue13
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Black Truffle Arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli15
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Fried chicken nuggetsspicy peach jam15
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Crispy calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli19
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Burratatoasted almond pesto, parmesan garlic bread16
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted19
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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THREE LETTUCEred leaf romaine, castelfranco, baby gem, fennel, basil, lemon vinaigrette15
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Snap Pea + Cucumberpea shoots, arugula, frisée, pecorino, lemon parmesan vinaigrette16
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BLUE CHEESE WEDGEbaby romaine, granny smith apples, red onion, blue cheese dressing, garlic breadcrumbs16
additions
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any salad with the below additions
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Avocado21
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Grilled Chicken24
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Marinated Shrimp27
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Roasted Salmon29
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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, sesame24
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SPICY SHRIMP SCAMPIspaghetti, calabrian chilies, lemony garlic bread crumbs27
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basil pesto radiatorifava beans, sweet peas, pea shoots, mint, parmesan23
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braised short rib mafaldine10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan26
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream22
Steaks + Burgers
Cedar River Farms
The Smith Bar Steak* 34
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flat iron, baby spinach, fries, green peppercorn
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Flat Iron*garlic herb butter29
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Skirt*chimichurri39
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NY Strip*green peppercorn44
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Bone-in ribeye*truffled mushrooms61
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Filet Mignon*melted blue cheese48
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun, fries24
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Veggie burger royaleroasted veggie patty, american cheese, onion, lettuce, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun, fries22
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus, fries29
Classics
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Roasted Salmon*artichoke + butter bean hummus, harissa marinated eggplant, shaved fennel, celery33
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CHICKEN MILANESEbaby arugula, shaved fennel, grapefruit, orange, red onion, red wine lemon vinaigrette24
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Pot of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries28
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Grilled Branzinosnap pea fried rice, coconut ginger curry, cashews, lime vinaigrette32
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25
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Country Pork Chopjalapeño cheddar grits, scallion and shishito pepper vinaigrette31
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Brick Pressed Chickenbaby spinach, smashed garlic potatoes, lemon chicken jus28
Vegetables
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Baby Broccoli + Cauliflowerslow cooked tomatoes, mediterranean vinaigrette14
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Cacio e Pepe Mushroomsparmesan, cracked black pepper13
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BRUSSELS SPROUTSavocado green goddess, soft herbs, pink peppercorns14
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Baby Spinach9
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JALAPEÑO CHEDDAR GRITS9
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Garlic Smashed Potatoes9
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HAND CUT FRIESroasted garlic aioli9
Blue Plates
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MONDAYle burger*25
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TUESDAYseared tuna*33
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WEDNESDAYduck frites32
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THURSDAYslow roasted pork28
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FRIDAYseared scallops35
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SATURDAYbaby back ribs31
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SUNDAYchicken parm28
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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
Brunch Cocktails 14.50
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bloody maryvodka / secret recipe
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Rosé sangriarosé wine / pisco / peach / cucumber / lemon / aperitivo / blanco vermouth / sparkling wine
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The Spritzaperitif / citrus / sparkling wine / soda
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Frozen Paradise Coladarum / coconut / pineapple / cinnamon / allspice / citrus
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Freshly Squeezed Mimosa
Brunch Cocktail Included
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Enjoy a brunch cocktail or juice included with any dish in the Eggs & Griddle or Steak & Eggs sections
Raw Bar
Oysters
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Chebooktook*New Brunswick, CAN3.75
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA3.75
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward island, CAN3.75
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Oyster of the Day*3.75
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Oyster Sampler*two of each29
Platters
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The Deluxe*oysters, chilled shrimp44
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The Royale*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare66
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The Grand*oysters, chilled shrimp, spicy salmon tartare123
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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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue13
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Crispy Calamarifeta, oregano, sesame, zucchini, olives, lemon aioli19
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BURRATAtoasted almond pesto, parmesan garlic bread16
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori19
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted19
Eggs & Griddle
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Goat Cheese Omelettebaby spinach, shallots, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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BREAKFAST SANDWICHblack pepper bacon, egg, american cheese, avocado, roasted tomato aioli, brioche, home fries19
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Smoked Salmon Potato Wafflehollandaise, everything spice, pickled onion22
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add poached eggs...one 3 / two 5.50
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BAKED EGGS ALLA VODKA*tomato, spinach, stracciatella cheese, sesame, toasted ciabatta19
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shrimp + grits*jalapeño cheddar grits, blackened shoestring potatoes22
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add poached eggs...one 3 / two 5.50
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Eggs + Baconcheddar herb omelette, apple smoked bacon, potato waffle19
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The Smith Eggs Benedict*black forest ham, english muffin, hollandaise, poached eggs, home fries22
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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, lemon18
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add poached eggs...one 3 / two 5.50
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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*29
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Skirt*39
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NY Strip*44
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Bone-IN Ribeye*61
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Filet Mignon*48
Sandwiches
served with fries or mixed greens
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta22
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French Dip*slow roasted steak, caramelized onions, gruyère, dijonnaise, baguette, au jus29
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veggie burger royaleroasted veggie patty, american cheese, onion, lettuce, dill pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun22
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, dill pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun24
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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THREE LETTUCEred leaf romaine, castelfranco, baby gem, fennel, basil, lemon vinaigrette15
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Snap Pea + Cucumberpea shoots, arugula, frisée, pecorino, lemon parmesan vinaigrette16
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BLUE CHEESE WEDGEbaby romaine, granny smith apples, red onion, blue cheese dressing, garlic breadcrumbs16
Additions
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any salad with:
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Avocado23
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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
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 aioli9
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Home Fries9
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Potato Waffle9
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Toastwhole wheat or ciabatta3
Coffee & Espresso
Counter Culture
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Coffee4
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Espresso4.50
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Cappuccinoespresso / frothed milk5
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Red Eyecoffee / espresso shot5
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Americanoespresso / hot water5
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Latteespresso / steamed milk5
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Mochaespresso / hot chocolate5
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Hot Chocolatewhipped cream5
Tea
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Classic Green / Green Mint / Earl Grey / English Breakfast / Chai / Chamomile (d) / Peppermint (d)4
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Matcha Latteoat milk / honey5
Fresh Pressed Juice 7
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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 nibs12
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double shot brownie sundaevanilla ice cream, double espresso whipped cream, candied pecans, toasted almonds, brandied cherries, hot fudge12
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sticky toffee puddingskillet baked, medjool dates, vanilla ice cream12
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Quarter Pounders 5
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giant homemade chocolate chip cookie
Three Scoops
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ice creamcoconut, vanilla, strawberry9
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sorbetgreen apple9
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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blue olive martinivodka or gin
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Basil Lemon Dropvodka / thai basil / bitter orange / lavender / lemon
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wake-up callbourbon / rye / vermouth rojo / coffee liqueur / amaro / cacao / aperitivo
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yuzu gimletshochu / gin / black plum / sake vermouth / lime leaf / yuzu
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espresso martinivodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / cold brew
Raw Bar
Half Dozen Oysters $13
THE ROYALE PLATTER $39
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oysters / chilled shrimp / spicy salmon tartare
Snacks
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potato chipsblue cheese fondue8
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shrimp cocktailcocktail sauce, citrus remoulade12
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hand cut friesroasted garlic aioli7
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black truffle arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli9
Drinks
Cocktails 16.50
Bubbly + Bright
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The Spritzaperitivo / citrus / sparkling wine / soda
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Sparkling Paper Planeapple aperitif / aperitivo / amaro / sparkling wine
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The Gatsbygin / pomegranate / hibiscus / lemon / prosecco
Smashes + Sours
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Basil Lemon Dropvodka / thai basil / bitter orange / lavender / lemon
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Yuzu Gimletshochu / gin / black plum / sake vermouth / lime leaf / yuzu
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Rosé Sangriarosé wine / pisco / peach / cucumber / lemon / aperitivo / blanco vermouth / sparkling wine
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Bourbon Sourbourbon / apricot / ginger / egg white / lemon
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Smokeshowmezcal / passion fruit / chile / amaro / lime
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Cucumber Locotequila blanco / cucumber / elderflower / lime
Highballs + Fizzes
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Gin + Toniccitrus gin / thyme / mediterranean tonic
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The Mulevodka / ginger beer / lime
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Sunset Palomatequila / grapefruit / aperitivo / ginger / lemon
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The Smith Bloody Maryvodka / secret recipe
*Frozen Piña Colada*
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rum / coconut / pineapple / cinnamon / allspice / citrus
Boozy + Classic
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Wake-Up Callbourbon / rye / vermouth rojo / coffee liqueur / amaro / cacao / aperitivo
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Blue Olive Martinivodka or gin / dry vermouth / house brine / blue cheese olives
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Negroni Biancocitrus gin / bitter bianco / bianco vermouth
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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 / anogstura bitters
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Espresso Martinivodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / cold brew
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Zero Proof 12.50
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All Day Spritzverjus / NA aperitif / orange blossom / grapefruit soda
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City Birdpineapple / pomegranate / hibiscus / NA aperitif / lime
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 Beer
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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
Bottled & Canned Cider
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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 - 11pm
Fri: 11:30am - 12pm
Sat: 9:30am - 12pm
Sun: 9:30am - 11pm
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.
