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.
Join us for three days of brunch!
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 9:30am – 4:00pm
River North Menu
Select Menu Below
Weekday Breakfast
WEEKDAY BREAKFAST MENU
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AVAILABLE MON - THURS FROM OPEN - 11:30AM
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AVAILABLE FRIDAY FROM OPEN - 9:30AM
Breakfast
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Coconut Yogurt + Berriestoasted pistachio granola9
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Steel Cut Oatmealhoneycrisp apples, dried cranberries, almonds, oat milk, maple sugar9
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Omeletteslow roasted tomatoes, goat cheese, soft herbs, home fries or mixed greens13
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BLT+E Sandwich*apple smoked bacon, sunny up egg, lemon aioli, croissant, home fries or mixed greens14
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Eggs + Toast*sunny up eggs, slow roasted tomatoes, ciabatta toast11
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The Smith Eggs Benedict*black forest ham, english muffin, hollandaise, poached eggs, home fries or mixed greens14
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Avocado Toast*whole wheat, red pepper flakes, lemon, poached eggs16
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Simple Scrambleapple smoked bacon, home fries or mixed greens13
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Ranchero Scramblecorn tortilla, avocado, cheddar, black beans, charred tomato salsa14
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Steak + Eggs*grilled flatiron steak, sunny up eggs, hollandaise, home fries or mixed greens23
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Buttermilk Pancakesbourbon butterscotch, orange mascarpone, hazelnuts14
Sides
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Apple Smoked Bacon7
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Fries7
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Home Fries6
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Croissant4
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Whole Wheat Toast3
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Ciabatta Toast3
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Pancakes9
Oysters
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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward Island, CAN4
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Puffer Petite*Wellfleet, MA4
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Oyster of the Day*4
Coffee & Espresso
by Counter Culture
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Coffee4
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Espresso4.50
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Cappucinoespresso / 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 8.50
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Orange / Grapefruit
Morning Cocktails 10
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Bloody Mary / Freshly Squeezed Mimosa
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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.
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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Puffer Petite*Wellfleet, MA4
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Oyster of the Day4
Shellfish
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Chilled Shrimp4
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 tartare131
Snacks
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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue14
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Black Truffle Arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli16
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Shrimp Cocktail19
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Shishito Pepperssea salt13
Starters
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Roasted Tomato Soupsourdough croutons, cheddar melt15
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Charred Asparagus*oyster mushrooms, poached egg, flaxseed breadcrumbs, truffle vinaigrette16
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Crispy Sesame Calamarigochujang aioli, thai basil, lime21
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Burratasmashed peas, pea shoot pesto, crispy prosciutto, garlic bread18
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori21
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Baby Cauliflowerslow roasted tomatoes, toasted garlic, parmesan, lemon15
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Big Salads
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Snap Pea + GOAT CHEESEavocado, cucumbers, pea shoots, spring onion vinaigrette19
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico19
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette19
With Additions
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any salad with the below additions
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Grilled Chicken24
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Marinated Shrimp29
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Roasted Salmon31
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Charred Flatiron Steak*32
Sandwiches
served with fries or mixed greens
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, ciabatta22
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BLT+E*applewood smoked bacon, sunny up egg, lemon aioli, croissant19
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Veggie Burger Royaleour slow roasted veg + quinoa patty, vegan american cheese, pickled beets, shredded lettuce, red onion, secret sauce, ciabatta bun22
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, house pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun24
Pasta
Gluten-free pasta available upon request
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rigatoni alla vodkatomato, stracciatella cheese, crème fraîche, sesame25
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shrimp tagliatellesquid ink pasta, tomatoes, chilies, crumbled garlic bread29
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spaghetti bolognesered wine braised chicken ragu, parmesan, basil27
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream25
Main Courses
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Omeletteslow roasted tomatoes, goat cheese, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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flounder milaneseburst tomatoes, marinated zucchini, shaved fennel, basil, mint33
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Brick Chicken Fritesfries, lemon chicken jus28
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Pot Of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries29
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Roasted Salmonfava bean hummus, asparagus, toasted farro, baby spinach, salsa verde35
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25
Steaks
Served with choice of fries or field greens, and choice of chimichurri or green peppercorn sauce
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The Smith Bar Steak*39
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NY Strip*52
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Bone in ribeye*54
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Filet Mignon*56
Side of fries 12
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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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Puffer Petite*Wellfleet, MA4
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Oyster of the Day4
Shellfish
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Chilled Shrimp4
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 tartare131
Snacks
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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue14
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Black Truffle Arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli16
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Shrimp Cocktail19
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Shishito Pepperssea salt13
Starters
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Roasted Tomato Soupsourdough croutons, cheddar melt15
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Sticky Ribsgreen papaya salad, snap peas, cashews, chili-lime vinaigrette19
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Crispy Sesame Calamarigochujang aioli, thai basil, lime21
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Charred Asparagus*oyster mushrooms, poached egg, flaxseed breadcrumbs, truffle vinaigrette16
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Burratasmashed peas, pea shoot pesto, crispy prosciutto, garlic bread18
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Spicy Salmon Tartare*crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori21
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Baby Cauliflowerslow roasted tomatoes, toasted garlic, parmesan, lemon15
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Salads
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Snap Pea + GOAT CHEESEavocado, cucumbers, pea shoots, spring onion vinaigrette16
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico16
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Kale + Quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette16
Large Salads
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any salad with the below additions
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Grilled Chicken24
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Marinated Shrimp29
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Roasted Salmon31
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Charred Flatiron Steak*32
Pasta
Gluten-free pasta available upon request
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rigatoni alla vodkatomato, stracciatella cheese, crème fraîche, sesame25
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shrimp tagliatellesquid ink pasta, tomatoes, chilies, crumbled garlic bread29
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spaghetti bolognesered wine braised chicken ragu, parmesan, basil27
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Ricotta Gnocchitruffle cream25
Main Courses
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Roasted Salmonfava bean hummus, asparagus, toasted farro, baby spinach, salsa verde35
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charred cauliflower al pastoravocado, pineapple, spiced pepitas, lime crema, corn tortillas24
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Pot of Musselschardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries29
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Brick Pressed Chickenbaby spinach, smashed garlic potatoes, lemon chicken jus29
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flounder milaneseburst tomatoes, marinated zucchini, shaved fennel, basil, mint33
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Vegetable Bibimbap*sushi rice, shiitake, spinach, edamame, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg25
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Veggie Burger Royaleour slow roasted veg + quinoa patty, vegan american cheese, pickled beets, shredded lettuce, red onion, secret sauce, ciabatta bun, fries22
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, house pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun, fries24
Steaks
Served with choice of fries or field greens, and choice of chimichurri or green peppercorn sauce
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The Smith Bar Steak*39
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NY Strip*52
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Bone in ribeye*54
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Filet Mignon*56
Sides
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Smashed Potatoesgarlic, crème fraîche11
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Baby Spinachtoasted garlic, lemon11
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Fries12
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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.
Brunch
Brunch Menu
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AVAILABLE FRI SAT & SUN 9:30AM-4:00PM
Brunch Cocktails 13
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bloody maryvodka / secret recipe
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The Spritzaperitif / citrus / sparkling wine / soda
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Rosé Sangriarosé / strawberry / peach / lemongrass / cucumber / vermouth blanc / citrus
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french 75 slushiegin / prosecco / lemon
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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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Cotuit Bay*Cape Cod, MA4
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Pink Moon*Prince Edward Island, CAN4
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Puffer Petite*Wellfleet, MA4
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Oyster of the Day4
Shellfish
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Chilled Shrimp4
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 tartare131
Snacks & Starters
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Churro Wafflescoffee-hazelnut ganache14
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Coconut Yogurt + Berriestoasted pistachios granola12
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Potato Chipsblue cheese fondue14
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Crispy Sesame Calamarigochujang aioli, thai basil, lime21
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Shishito Pepperssea salt13
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Shrimp Cocktail19
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Spicy Salmon Tartarecrispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori21
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Burratasmashed peas, pea shoot pesto, crispy prosciutto, garlic bread18
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Mac + Cheeseskillet roasted21
Eggs & Griddle
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Avocado Toast*whole wheat, red pepper flakes, lemon, poached eggs21
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Ranchero Scramblecorn tortilla, avocado, cheddar, black beans, charred tomato salsa22
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Omeletteslow roasted tomatoes, goat cheese, soft herbs, mixed greens19
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The Smith Eggs Benedict*black forest ham, english muffin, hollandaise, poached eggs, home fries23
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Simple Scrambleapple smoked bacon, home fries, mixed greens18
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Benedict Johnny*cheddar cornbread, maple chicken sausage, poached eggs, roasted tomato hollandaise23
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shrimp + gritsjalapeño cheddar grits, baked eggs, scampi butter, blackened shoestring potatoes25
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Buttermilk pancakesbourbon butterscotch, orange mascarpone, hazelnuts19
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Vanilla Bean French Toastcrème brûlée battered, maple butter, caramelized apples21
Steak & Eggs
Choice of steak served with sunny up eggs, home fries, and hollandaise
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The Smith Bar Steak39
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NY Strip52
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Bone in ribeye54
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Filet Mignon56
Sandwiches
served with fries or mixed greens
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Grilled Chickenburrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta22
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BLT+E*applewood smoked bacon, sunny up egg, lemon aioli, croissant19
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veggie Burger royaleour slow roasted veg + quinoa patty, vegan american cheese, pickled beets, shredded lettuce, red onion, secret sauce, ciabatta bun22
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The Smith Burger*cheddar, bacon shallot jam, crispy onions, house pickles, TSB sauce, brioche bun24
Big Salads
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SNAP PEA + GOAT CHEESEavocado, cucumbers, pea shoots, spring onion vinaigrette19
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Little Gem Caesarcrispy parmesan frico19
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kale + quinoasun dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette19
With additions
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Grilled Chicken24
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Marinated Shrimp29
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Roasted Salmon31
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Charred Flatiron Steak*32
Sides
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Apple Smoked Bacon11
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Chicken Sausage11
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Jalapeño Cheddar Grits11
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Fries12
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Home Fries10
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Ciabatta Toast3
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Whole Wheat Toast3
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 8.50
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Orange / Grapefruit
Housemade Soft Drinks
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Shirley Temple6.50
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Cucumber Ginger Beer6.50
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Matcha-Yuza Lemonade6.50
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Iced Coffee5
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Iced Latte5
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Iced Tea4.50
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Iced Matcha Latteoat milk / honey5
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Lemonade6.50
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Arnold Palmer6.50
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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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birthday cakestrawberries and cream, lemon sponge cake, strawberry ice cream14
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sticky toffee puddingskillet baked, medjool dates, vanilla ice cream14
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blueberry pietoasted almond cookie crust, port wine, vanilla ice cream14
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s’mores in a jarchocolate pudding, graham cracker crumble, toasted marshmallow, dark chocolate crunch bar14
Quarter Pounders 10
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Three giant homemade chocolate chip cookies
Three Scoops
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ice creamhazelnut, coffee, vanilla9
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non-dairychocolate-peanut butter, raspberry sorbet9
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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The Dirtyvodka / dry vermouth / olive brine / olive bitters / olive oil
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basil lemon dropamerican gin / pisco / basil / vermouth blanc / honey / lemon / lavender bitters
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midtown manhattan no 3./ rye / vermouth rojo / amaro / sherry / bitters
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lychee gimletjapanese gin / shochu / lychee / sake vermouth / salted 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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shishito pepperssea salt7
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shrimp cocktail12
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fries7
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black truffle arancinimushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli7
Drinks
Cocktails 16.50
Bubbly + Bright
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The Spritzaperitif / citrus / sparkling wine / soda
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Rosé Sangriarosé / strawberry / peach / lemongrass / cucumber / vermouth blanc / citrus
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The Gatsbyamerican gin / pomegranate / hibiscus / lemon / prosecco
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Sparkling Cosmovodka / aperol / cranberry / lime / orange blossom / prosecco
Smashes + Sours
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Lychee Gimletjapanese gin / shochu / lychee / sake vermouth / salted yuzu
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Got Milk Punchmezcal / cachaca / green tea / jasmine / saffron / kombu / calamansi / clarified milk
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Third Wheelbourbon / rye / brandy / orchard cherry / orange liqueur / lemon
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Cucumber Locotequila blanco / cucumber / elderflower / orange liqueur / lime
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Basil Lemon Dropamerican gin / pisco / basil / vermouth blanc / honey / lemon / lavender bitters
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Smoke Em If You Got Emmezcal / grapefruit / chipotle / lime
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Island Timerum / pisco / mango / thyme / almond orgeat / lime
*French 75 Slushie*
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gin / prosecco / lemon
Highballs + Fizzes
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V&Tvodka / rhubarb / lemon / elderflower tonic
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Yuzu Fizzjapanese whisky / blanc vermouth / yuzu-lime soda / shiso bitters
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sunset palomatequila blanco / aperol / ginger / lemon / grapefruit soda
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The Mulevodka / ginger beer on tap / lime
*The Smith Bloody Mary*
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vodka / secret recipe
Boozy + Classic
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The Dirtyvodka / dry vermouth / olive brine / olive bitters / olive oil
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Negroni Rosagin / aperitif / vermouth rojo / strawberry
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Oaxacan Sunshinemezcal / reposado tequila / grapefruit liqueur / tamarind / amaro / mole bitters
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Midtown Manhattan No. 3bourbon / rye / amaro / vermouth rojo / sherry / bitters
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Espresso Martinivodka / coffee liqueur / vanilla / cold brew
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
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Sweet HeatNA spirit / mango / jalapeño / agave / yuzu-lime soda
Beer & Cider
On Draft
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Solemn Oath Lu KolschIL / 4.7%9
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Temperance Basement Party LagerIL / 4.9%9
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Around the Bend HefeweisenIL / 5.3%9
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3 floyds gumballhead wheat aleIN / 5.6%10
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Off Color Apex Predator SaisonIL / 6.5%9
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Half Acre Tome Hazy Pale AleIL / 5.5%10
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Old Irving Oni Cold IPAIL / 6.9%10
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
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Spiteful IPAIL / 6.2%10
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 - Wed: 8:30am - 10pm
Thu - Fri: 8:30am - 11pm
Sat: 9:30am - 11pm
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.
