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Smyth, a two Michelin-starred establishment located in Chicago, offers innovative farm-to-table cuisine that is sure to tantalize taste buds. The ambiance is cozy and welcoming, with a rustic-chic interior design that exudes warmth. However, with prices starting at $1400 for three people, it may not be the most budget-friendly fine dining spot in the city.
The menu features creative dishes such as black truffle and sweet pea tartlet, lobster consommé with berry ceviche, and slow-roasted lamb saddle with porcini and bitter greens. For drinks, the Smith Old Fashioned is a standout cocktail, while the wine pairings are meticulously curated to complement each dish.
While some reviewers have found the dishes lacking in taste and innovation for the price point, others have raved about the complexity and balance of flavors in every bite. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, catering to diners' individual needs and preferences.
Overall, Smyth is a must-visit establishment for those seeking a unique and sophisticated dining experience in Chicago, with its farm-to-table approach and cozy ambiance setting it apart from other fine dining spots in the city.
The menu features creative dishes such as black truffle and sweet pea tartlet, lobster consommé with berry ceviche, and slow-roasted lamb saddle with porcini and bitter greens. For drinks, the Smith Old Fashioned is a standout cocktail, while the wine pairings are meticulously curated to complement each dish.
While some reviewers have found the dishes lacking in taste and innovation for the price point, others have raved about the complexity and balance of flavors in every bite. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, catering to diners' individual needs and preferences.
Overall, Smyth is a must-visit establishment for those seeking a unique and sophisticated dining experience in Chicago, with its farm-to-table approach and cozy ambiance setting it apart from other fine dining spots in the city.
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David Lamarre
10 days ago on Google
Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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B W
12 days ago on Google
There are meals. There are restaurants. And then there is Smyth. It's one of the most extraordinary experiences I've ever had. I've been fortunate to dine at most of America's three-Michelin-star restaurants, and Smyth stands at the very top. Imagine the finest meal you've ever eaten combined with the greatest live performance you've ever witnessed. Then imagine both somehow exceeding your expectations. Every one of your five senses is engaged. The dining room is mesmerizing. The service staff moves with the precision and grace of a world-class ballet, while the kitchen performs its own symphony. The expediter calmly calls each course, every chef answers in perfect unison, and the rhythm rises and falls as the evening unfolds. Without realizing it, the kitchen has become music. The rhythmic chorus of chefs becomes the heartbeat of the restaurant. If you've seen The Bear's "Forks" episode, you'll understand. Except this isn't television. It's real. Then comes the food. Each course somehow surpasses the last. More than once I caught myself saying, "That's the best bite I've ever eaten"...until the next course arrived. The creativity is astonishing without ever becoming pretentious, and the wine pairings feel as though no other bottles could possibly belong beside those dishes. What surprised me most was what Smyth isn't. It isn't stuffy. It isn't intimidating. Despite being named the No. 1 Restaurant in North America by North America's 50 Best Restaurants, it feels warm, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming. Luxury without intimidation. Elegance without pretension. Perfection without ego. That culture doesn't happen by accident. It reflects leadership. Credit belongs to chef-owners John and Karen Urie Shields and General Manager Cara Bennett, whose commitment to excellence is evident in every interaction. One of my favorite touches was having several dishes presented by the chefs who created them. Imagine sitting on the 50-yard line at the Super Bowl and having players walk over between plays to explain what just happened. You aren't just eating dinner—you are meeting the artists while they create their masterpiece. People ask whether Smyth is expensive. That's like asking whether a Super Bowl ticket is worth it. For food lovers, Smyth is the Super Bowl. You aren't paying only for dinner. You're getting front-row seats to one of the greatest performances in hospitality, while enjoying the finest meal of your life. Some restaurants feed you. Some restaurants entertain you. Smyth permanently changes your understanding of what a restaurant can be. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Price per person: $100+
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177 N Ada St #101, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Outdoor seating
Сredit cards accepted
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Wheelchair accessible
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Opening hours
| SundaySun | Closed |
| MondayMon | Closed |
| TuesdayTue | 5PM-9PM |
| WednesdayWed | 5PM-9PM |
| ThursdayThu | 5PM-9PM |
| FridayFri | 5PM-9PM |
| SaturdaySat | 5PM-9PM |
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