The Smith Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing The Smith, a New American restaurant located at 400 N Clark St in Chicago, IL. Known for its casual yet upscale ambiance, The Smith offers a variety of menu options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert. From Potato Chips with blue cheese fondue to Crispy Sesame Calamari, the Snacks and Starters menu is diverse and flavorful. Customer reviews praise the excellent service and delicious food, with highlights like the Shrimp Tagliatelle and the Mac and Cheese skillet. The outdoor seating area and complimentary cocktail at brunch add to the overall experience. The Smith also offers vegan and vegetarian options, making it a great choice for a wide range of diners. Enjoy a night out at The Smith for a memorable dining experience.
Snacks
Potato Chips
blue cheese fondue
Fried Chicken Nuggets
spicy peach jam
Black Truffle Arancini
mushroom risotto, mozzarella, truffle aioli
Blistered Shishito Peppers
yuzu aioli, lava salt
Tomato Gazpacho
watermelon ceviche, chili oil, shiso
Shrimp Cocktail
cocktail sauce, citrus remoulade
Brussels Sprouts
avocado green goddess dressing, soft herbs, pink peppercorns
Crispy Sesame Calamari
gochujang aioli, thai basil, lime
Corn off Cobb
avocado, local peppers, citrus vinaigrette, cilantro, blue corn tortillas
Spicy Salmon Tartare
crispy rice, avocado, sriracha, nori
Burrata
basil almond pesto, tomato vinaigrette, arugula, ciabatta toast
Mac Cheese
skillet roasted
Starters
Brunch Snacks & Starters
Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts
hot fudge dipping sauce
House-Made Granola
greek yogurt, mixed berries, pistachios, sunflower seeds, sesame, strawberry jam
Buratta
basil almond pesto, tomato vinaigrette, arugula, ciabatta toast
Blistered Shishito Pepper
yuzu aioli, lava salt
Mac and Cheese
skillet roasted
Goat Cheese Omelette
baby spinach, shallots, soft herbs, mixed greens
Potato Waffle Benny
smoked salmon, poached eggs, hollandaise, everything spice, pickled red onion
Baked Eggs Alla Vodka
tomato, spinach, stracciatella cheese, sesame, toasted ciabatta
Shrimp and Grits
jalapeno cheddar grits, baked eggs, scampi butter, blackened shoestring potatoes
The Smith Eggs Benedict
black forest ham, english muffin, poached eggs, hollandaise, home fries
Ranchero Scramble
black beans, avocado, chilhuahua cheese, salsa verde, jalapenos, blue corn tortillas, pickled onions
Avocado Toast
whole wheat, red pepper flakes, poached eggs
Benedict Johnny
cheddar cornbread, maple chicken sausage, poached eggs, hollandaise
Buttermilk Pancakes
sticky toffee caramel, pecan maple butter
Vanilla Bean French Toast
creme brulee battered, berry compote, candied orange mascarpone
Brunch Eggs and Griddle
Brunch Steak and Eggs
The Smith Bar Steak and Eggs
NY Strip and Eggs
Bone-In Rib Eye and Eggs
Filet Mignon and Eggs
Mediterranean
local lettuces, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta, scallion, red wine vinaigrette
Little Gem Caesar
crispy parmesan frico
Kale Quinoa
sun-dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted almonds, dijon vinaigrette
Salads
Sandwiches
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
burrata, tomato jam, basil aioli, toasted ciabatta
The Smith Burger
bacon shallot jam, cheddar cheese, crispy onions, house pickles, tsb sauce, brioche bun, fries
Veggie Burger Royale
roasted veggie patty, american cheese, beefsteak tomato, onion, lettuce, house pickles, 50/50 sauce, brioche bun, fries
Rigatoni "Alla Vodka"
tomato, stracciatella cheese, creme fraiche, sesame
Shrimp Tagliatelle
squid ink pasta, tomatoes, chilies, crumbled garlic bread
Ricotta Gnocchi
truffle cream
Braised Short Rib Fusilli
10 hour short rib ragu, burst tomatoes, mascarpone, parmesan
Pasta
Lunch Main Courses
Chicken Milanese
baby arugula, shaved fennel, grapefruit, orange, red onion, red wine lemon vinaigrette
Pot of Mussels
chardonnay broth, dijon, tarragon, fries
Vegetable Bibimbap
sushi rice, shiitake mushrooms, edamame, spinach, house-made kimchee, sunny up egg
Rosted Salmon
zucchini croquettes, fava bean hummus, cucumber yogurt, castelvetrano olives, red onion, mint, harissa
Roasted Salmon
zucchini croquettes, fava bean hummus, cucumber yogurt, castelvetrano olives, red onion, mint, harissa
Grilled Branzino
summer squash, baby tomatoes, eggplant, capers, black garlic romesco
Country Pork Chop
jalapeno cheddar grits, scallion and shishito pepper vinaigrette
Brick Pressed Chicken
baby spinach, smashed garlic potatoes, lemon chicken jus
Dinner Main Courses
Steaks
The Smith Bar Steak
NY Strip Steak
Bone-In Rib Eye
Filet Mignon
Fries
Lunch Sides
Dinner Sides
Smashed Potatoes
garlic, creme fraiche
Baby Spinach
toasted garlic, lemon
Jalapeno Cheddar Grits
Apple Smoked Bacon
Chicken Sausage
Home Fries
Ciabatta Toast
Whole Wheat Toast
Brunch Sides
Kid's Menu
Kid's Cheeseburger
cheddar cheese, brioche bun, fries
Kid's Grilled Cheese
fries & veg
Kid's Mac Cheese
Kid's Elbow Pasta
butter, parmesan
Kid's Grilled Salmon
fries & veg
Kid's Grilled Chicken
fries & veg
Kid's Flatiron Steak
fries & veg
Kid's French Toast
brioche bread, maple syrup
Kids Eggs & Bacon
Kids Pancakes
Sticky Toffee Pudding
medjool dates, vanilla ice cream
S'mores in a Jar
chocolate pudding, graham cracker crumble, toasted marshmallow, dark chocolate crunch bar
Quarter Pounders
three gigantic chocolate chip cookies
Hot Fudge Sundae
vanilla ice cream, chocolate cake, cherries, candied pecans, chocolate waffle cone
Blueberry Pie
toasted almond crust, port wine, vanilla ice cream
Desserts
Beverages
Iced Tea
caffinated
Lemonade
Arnold Palmer
Can Soda
Bottled Sparkling Water
Housemade Soda
Orange Juice
Grapefruit Juice
Fresh Pressed Juice
Coffee and Espresso
Coffee
Espresso
Cappuccino
espresso, frothed milk
Red Eye
coffee, espresso shot
Americano
espresso, hot water
Latte
espresso, steamed milk
Mocha
espresso, hot chocolate
Hot Chocolate
whipped cream
Matcha Latte
oat milk, honey
Classic Green Tea
Green Mint Tea
Earl Grey Tea
English Breakfast Tea
Chai
Chamomile Tea
decaf
Peppermint Tea
decaf