The Smith - Midtown

Name: The Smith - Midtown
Address: 956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10022
Telephone: (212) 644-2700
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

7340 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

11:30 p.m.

Booked 282 times today

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Takeout

(212) 644-2700

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Dining style
Casual Dining
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

Location
956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022
Neighbourhood
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

What 7,340 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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New York / Tri-State Area
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Manhattan
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BoazL
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
We used to be regulars pre Covid. It wasn’t their greatest night. The food wasn’t cooked well and I had to send it back. The service was usually more on top of things. Not running back.
CT
CTues
Richmond
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easy to get a table for two for dinner, and the staff took my companion’s food allergies very seriously.
TN
TheNewsNyc
New York Area
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience4
Omar, our server was excellent. He had great recommendations and provide stellar service.
BF
BarbaraF
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Too much noise in the bar area. Good food and beer.
R
Rino
New York Area
92 reviews
vip
5.0
92 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very tasty food all around but the acoustics is terrible, I wish they would something about it🙂
E
Eatwell
New York Area
151 reviews
vip
5.0
151 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Highly recommend for all.
JT
JuanT
Houston
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service1ambience3
Food was ok but the breakfast waiting staff was not attentive. Overall my experience was below expectations.
HG
HillaryG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
All good, flithy restrooms, kind of ruins the vibe!
KE
KaseyE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food, great atmosphere, amazing service and overall outstanding experience! Highly recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hungary
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
Made reservation so did not have a wait. Hostesses were very friendly and accommodating. Ordered 2 Smith burgers but received veggie burgers instead. We notified a server and had our order corrected. We did not receive service after that, we were made to feel like the error was on our end. Underwhelming/lacking flavor, but decent portion size.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This isn’t my first time here but my first time writing a review! I chose The Smiths - Midtown because of my prior experiences. The food and service were amazing as usual. Here for brunch and while the mimosa weren’t all that great it absolutely didn’t take away from the experience. Dining with a friend and family from out of town along with my daughter. Given the time of day 2:30pm, there was a nice crowd but not overly noisy! Reservation is highly suggested! Menu options were great and The Smiths burger, the strip steak, French Toast, and the BLT+E are highly recommended. The Smiths is a perfect place for meal with family and friends. Within walking distance to St. Patrick’s cathedral, Rockefeller center and lots of shopping. 🥂
E
Eatwell
New York Area
152 reviews
vip
5.0
152 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and selection. Great service and attention.
H
Hairbyeve
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We found The Smith on our way to another restaurant and it did not disappoint!
B
Bullshark
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
This wasn't our first time at The Smith and it won't be our last either. You learn to either accept the high noise level, or you dine elsewhere. There is a very good reason why The Smith is popular establishment.
PD
PatD
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Yummy food, nice drinks and cool atmosphere. We would definitely go back when in the city.
E
Emma6697
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Waiter (Dale) was excellent; food was too… good eclectic menu but not too far out. Little noisy but fun atmosphere.
d
doc204
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience5
Food was good but cold. No coffee refills offered. Staff was polite.
E
Eeek
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe in the outdoor seating space - so glad you have it! Service was excellent and food was amazing. I will definitely be back, thank you!
RO
RosanneO
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The staff at The Smith were excellent and came quickly for refills and bringing out the courses for our group. Excellent food as well.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience3
The food was good and service wasn’t bad. The place is very loud inside
MS
MSEats
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent - great food, fabulous server very very helpful. Bravo. Def going back again
K
Kadeemn
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Service was great. The smith bar steak wasn’t flavorful enough to me.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall2food5service1ambience4
Smith is always great. Waiter was very salty this time.
b
bbb1957
Naples
31 reviews
vip
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Slightly fancier Fridays. Entrees well priced but everything else very overpriced
AJ
AJRyer
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, fun environment and awesome food! Must try the churro waffles at brunch!
k
kellyn
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Excellent, attentive service - huge serving sizes
R
Ripper996
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience2
Average service as our waitress was too busy with other customers. Sent back my initial scrambled eggs having asked for them on the soft side. They were over done. When they came back I’m pretty sure it was the same over done portion of scrambled eggs. The person handing me the plate had the gall to tell me they were soft. Are you kidding me? Would not recommend this place to my worst enemy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
had a wonderful time, server was excellent. food was amazing. price wasn’t too bad either.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Service was outstanding.. meal was waiter recommendations.
B
Bullshark
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
We left because The Smith still was serving brunch/lunch at 4:30 p.m. and we wanted dinner.
J
Jojo
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
2.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience2
Out of water for a long time. Had to ask for water, had to ask for another drink. Order was wrong. Had to send it back to fix.
E
Eatwell
New York Area
152 reviews
vip
5.0
152 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service. We love the restaurant.
P
Poolboy
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Restuarants are about food and service and the Smith has both in abundance. it is my new fav in NYC.
B
Brklyn
New York Area
146 reviews
vip
4.0
146 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Server was indifferent at the start...but by the end of the meal -- I guess because it was "tip" time -- became friendlier.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, drinks and service!!
ST
ScottT
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was great, and we enjoyed the food as well.
BC
BCW13
Toledo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are from out of town and picked this place before we came to NYC. We were not disappointed. Even if you are not vegetarian I recommend the sweet potato schnitzel. It was fantastic!
SC
SarahC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed our meal. Great service and the food and drink was delicious!
C
Chloelena
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our waiter was on top of everything and the food was incredible.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tampa
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience4
I have been to the Smith in Chelsea area months ago and it was excellent so I went to the midtown one for dinner. The salads were mediocre and my husband ordered the chicken pot pie and it had bone/grizzle in the chicken.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Smith - Midtown using the Order Online button. The Smith - Midtown also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 644-2700.

The Smith - Midtown is rated 4.6 stars by 7340 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

11:30 p.m.

Booked 282 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 644-2700

Other options

Order online

956 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
51st Street
Neighbourhood
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
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

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

The Smith - Midtown

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 7,340 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Screening

FAQs

Does The Smith - Midtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Smith - Midtown restaurant rated?

Is The Smith - Midtown currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information