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The Smith - East Village

4.7
4.7
4065 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 198 times today

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Takeout

(212) 420-9800

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 420-9800

  • Website

    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Brian Ellis

  • Catering

    The Smith is available to cater your next special occasion. Whether it’s for an office lunch or a cocktail party, our drop-off catering menu is perfectly suited for any event. For more information or to place your order, visit us at thesmithrestaurant.com/catering.

  • Private party facilities

    The downstairs dining area can be booked for private sit-down dinners for up to 60 guests and cocktail parties for approximately 75 guests.

  • Private party contact

    May Cohen: (212) 966-3250

  • Location

    55 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10003

  • Neighborhood

    East Village

  • Cross street

    Between 10th and 11th Streets

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    N,Q,R,4,5,6 to Union Square ; R & W trains to 8th Street and 6 train to Astor Place ; L Train to 3rd Avenue

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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  1. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jason, our server is excellent!!
  2. RW

    ReWl

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    overall3food2service3ambience1
    I go here a lot and have to say I was very disappointed I had to sit outside which I usually don’t mind but it was freezing and the food wasn’t hot either I usually leave happy Not this time Makes me feel like I am done with the smith
  3. GS

    GaryS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch. Very comfortable temperature with heater outdoors. Fluffy grits like eating a cloud.
  4. KP

    KarenP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another lovely evening at The Smith! Our meal was delicious as usual, our servers were attentive, and the guest in our party with multiple food allergies was accommodated with care. The kind of experience that keeps us coming back for more!
  5. R

    Rachel

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been to probably all of their locations at this point. Food is always delicious, service is always awesome. We love their menus, unique options. And prices are very reasonable. Love it!
  6. JP

    JazminsP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was nice and accommodating. Love this spot always
  7. JB

    JenniferB

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    This was my second time dining at The Smith. The first time was at the Lincoln Square location. It was enjoyable enough that I didn’t hesitate to make Thanksgiving dinner reservations on our recent NYC visit. This was not as enjoyable of an experience. We were seated late, the booth that we were led to had just been seated by walk-in guests, so we waiting another 5 minutes to be sat a what should have been a 1-person table with chairs that were literally falling apart (mine was missing a screw and I had to trade it out when another table vacated). My appetizer salad was so gritty that it could not be eaten, though no one ever came by for me to voice the issue with (nor did we see our waiter again until he brought our check). The remained of the food was entirely mediocre. I was really looking forward to the Brussels sprouts side, but was let down when they arrived covered in grainy mustard, something that was not disclosed on the menu and would have definitely influenced my decision to make the reservation in the first place. And, though no fault of the restaurant, the table beside us treated their dinner as a private photo shoot with their cocktails, complete with flash on, making the dining experience distracting. Just a disappointing visit overall.
  8. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great Thanksgiving experience. Tasty food in a nice atmosphere.
  9. MD

    MinnaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing. We’re from Europe and wanted to experience a traditional thanksgiving dinner. The smith was perfect and checked all our boxes! Delicious food and great people. However, a traditional gimlet is better than the lychee gimlet they serve hehe.
  10. M

    Michael

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the Thanksgiving menu and were seated downstairs. We had a great experience: food was delicious, waitstaff very friendly and efficient, and we liked the ambiente - 5*!
  11. m

    mommyisonthephone

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving dinner at The Smith gave us lots to be thankful for. Value was great. Service was amazing!!!
  12. NM

    NishaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, pleasant and helpful service. Music could be heard amidst the voices. I went for thanksgiving I’m usually traditional but it was festive and the food choices were great, I had turkey pot pie which had a good flavor. I would go back for service and the atmosphere, I would recommend this restaurant.
  13. HW

    HeyWhit

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service, ambiance, food, drinks, preventions, and value all fantastic.
  14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent 3 course Thanksgiving menu. Some of us had the short ribs and others the traditional turkey breast with sides. Nice to have so many options for the starter, main course and dessert. The sides were delicious. The Thanksgiving Cocktail drink was the perfect accompaniment. Thank you for being open so that we visitors from out of state could enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Day meal.
  15. KD

    KarenD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Food and Atmosphere. Mac and Cheese is the best here, you need to try it. The service is top notch. Loved the photo booth in the lower level!
  16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving dinner, wonderfully executed by The Smith! Outstanding menu options, all three people in our party thought all courses were delicious! Excellent option for those unable (or unwilling) to prepare a Thanksgiving feast!!! Will become a regular spot for us.
  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jason was an excellent waiter and very helpful.
  18. k

    kathleenp

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice choice for a Pre-holiday dinner w/ family. Waitstaff was attentive, food and cocktails were delicious. Lively atmosphere.
  19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    There is a reason why The Smith is so popular (good value, good service) so expect loud ambiance and (well-behaved) drunk brunchers if you go on a Sunday, mid-day.
  20. JO

    JohnO

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an incredible experience!! Everyone working there was a joy. We were running late to our reservation and they still accommodated us!
  21. K

    Kidteacher

    New York Area

    105 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner with the most tasty Caesar Salad as a starter. The salmon entree was outstanding. We loved the flavorful broth!
  22. JD

    JasonD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed the experience. The food was scrumptious appetizer to entree.
  23. HK

    HomeKooc

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Ambience was nice, service was also fine (a bit inattentive but nothing too egregious). In true American fashion, the portions are needlessly huge. I just don’t get it. NO ONE needs to eat this much as a serving. I get that apps might be to share but you need to be at least 4 people for those to make sense. Maybe that’s how they justify the price. To be clear, the food was solid. It was well executed. But I will not return as the portion size are not for me and I’m not a fan of leftovers and even less of a fan of wasted food.
  24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food and cocktails. Good service. Consider it a good value
  25. J

    Jackie

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent and creative choices on menu, excellent service
  26. m

    matt

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and great service! Honestly surprising how good everything was from the Spicy Salmon crispy rice to the desert.
  27. JA

    JonA

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very nice!
  28. RL

    RebeLioness

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the first ever Smith location I visited over ten years ago, and after yesterday’s brunch it’s still my favorite. The food was delicious (jalapeño cheddar grits, vanilla bean French toast, mac-n-cheese, steak and eggs—no, I didn’t order all this stuff myself my girls and I did family-style dining!) and our waiter, Zach, was awesome! He was very friendly and attentive without hovering and gave great suggestions. The inadvertently prepared extra drink was a nice bonus! Will go back again and again!
  29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and excellent food
  30. JR

    JennyR

    New Mexico

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought my best friend to experience a great brunch place, It was very busy and short staffed when we went but they sure did make the time and work it out to take care of everyone especially the Manger was so sweet and nice and I really appreciate places like this… I truly understand what it is to work understaffed.. especially that I come the medical field… so they did such a great good working together to get all their customers well attended and The house potato chips a Must… thank you to the staff at The Smith for making my best friend experience wonderful
  31. F

    Foodiemom

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall3food3service1ambience3
    The service was awful and food was mediocre. I will not return.
  32. SE

    SylviaE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING PLACE. will return - great, unique food choices. Variety to choose from. Awesome service.
  33. CC

    CCunningham

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Smith never disappoints. It always has outstanding food, service, and ambiance.
  34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the place- just a bit expensive
  35. BS

    BarbaraS

    New York Area

    91 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    A great place for comfort food. It’s very loud if you don’t sit outside. The waiter didn’t remember to put my hollandaise on the side, but it was fine. I always have fun at all The Smith locations.
  36. SM

    SMitch

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food and service was very good. The only complaint was the booth we sat in the table was attached to the floor and was not centered, so one side the bench was too far from the table and other side too tight.
  37. E

    Eddiecomic

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best. Great staff. Brought my friend in from Bangladesh and he hadn't stopped raving about lunch.
  38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and our server was great!! Loved it!
  39. CP

    CourtneyP

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time, and the food and staff were amazing.
  40. HS

    HollyS

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We sat outside so the noise wasn’t too bad. Inside was very loud. Food was ok. Not bad but not amazing

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Smith - East Village using the Order Online button. The Smith - East Village also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 420-9800.

The Smith - East Village is rated 4.7 stars by 4065 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 198 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 420-9800

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for The Smith - East Village

55 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10003

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between 10th and 11th Streets

  • Neighborhood

    East Village

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    N,Q,R,4,5,6 to Union Square ; R & W trains to 8th Street and 6 train to Astor Place ; L Train to 3rd Avenue

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Brian Ellis

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/

  • Phone number

    (212) 420-9800

  • Catering

    The Smith is available to cater your next special occasion. Whether it’s for an office lunch or a cocktail party, our drop-off catering menu is perfectly suited for any event. For more information or to place your order, visit us at thesmithrestaurant.com/catering.

  • Private party facilities

    The downstairs dining area can be booked for private sit-down dinners for up to 60 guests and cocktail parties for approximately 75 guests.

  • Private party contact

    May Cohen: (212) 966-3250

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