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The Smith - Midtown, New York, NY

The Smith - Midtown

4.6 (8385)
$30 and under
American
956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 146 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 644-2700
  • Website
    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, 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 private dining room can be booked for private buffet dinners, seating up to 45.
  • Private party contact
    May Cohen: (877) 925-4901
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    51st Street
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage located at 251 East 51st Street between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue.
  • Public transit
    The closest subway stops are the 4 & 6 train at 51st and Lexington Avenue or the E & M train at 53rd & Lexington Avenue.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

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What 8,385 people are saying

The Smith - Midtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Smith - Midtown offers an energetic atmosphere with "great food" and "excellent service." A popular spot for brunch, it boasts a diverse menu with standout dishes like "mac n cheese" and kale and quinoa salad. Despite the lively noise, the friendly, attentive staff and delicious meals make it a "definite go-to."
8,385 Reviews

  1. Lawrence VIP

    New York City272 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful meal. Great food and professional, caring service.

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  2. Matt

    Tampa / Central Florida West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was great, my whole party had no complaints. Server was excellent. It is a very lively environment, which suited the group I went with! Just be aware if you are looking for more of a quiet date spot.

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  3. John VIP

    San Antonio28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the brick pressed chicken; delicious! It was served on a bed of sautéed spinach on top of mashed potatoes with a surround of lemon chicken au jus.

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  4. Lawrence VIP

    New York City273 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a wonderful anniversary celebration at Thel Smith Midtown. Dinner was great in all ways. We were greeted warmly and served with great care. Thanks for everything done to make our day special.

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  5. Marji

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 1230 reservation for 6 on a Saturday. Though the place was jammed we were seated within 5 minutes of arriving. We were sat in the back room which was a bit less loud but still full. The service was excellent. The staff brought bread and still and sparkling water very quickly. Orders were taken within ample time. Food came to the table all at once. One special request was missed by the kitchen but the waitress immediately addressed and rectified the situation. All six of us enjoyed our meals- burgers, chicken sandwich, kale salad, omelette. I recommend. It is a staple in the neighborhood.

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  6. Samantha VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were so well taken care of by our waiter. The food was delicious and it was a really fun brunch!

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  7. Dara VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    It’s always too loud at the midtown location. Please just turn off the music since no one can hear it.

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  8. Lawrence VIP

    New York City273 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great breakfast, great service by Michael C, and welcoming atmosphere.

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  9. Susan

    Philadelphia County12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated outside, so a lot of the noise was from the traffic, but we chose that so no complaint. And maybe because we were outside the service was so very slow. I think the majority of the time was waiting. They got an order wrong then had to wait more time without my meal. I asked for eggs well cooked, and they were too mushy. Another person wanted their bacon crispy and emphasized they wanted it cook well done. It wasn't even close to being cooked well. I was so looking forward to a delicious meal here. We were from out of town, so heard so much about this restaurant. Not sure I'd try again.

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  10. Lawrence VIP

    New York City273 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, as always. Service was attentive and helpful.

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FAQs

The Smith - Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 644-2700.

The Smith - Midtown is rated 4.6 stars by 8385 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 146 times today
Google Map for The Smith - Midtown

956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

  • Cross street
    51st Street
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage located at 251 East 51st Street between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue.
  • Public transit
    The closest subway stops are the 4 & 6 train at 51st and Lexington Avenue or the E & M train at 53rd & Lexington Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Ellis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.thesmithrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 644-2700
  • 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 private dining room can be booked for private buffet dinners, seating up to 45.
  • Private party contact
    May Cohen: (877) 925-4901
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