A lively, go-to spot for reliable American fare. Perfect for families & business lunches, w/ standout sticky toffee pudding.
This American brasserie offers a lively atmosphere and a broad menu, making it a reliable choice for various occasions, from casual family outings to business lunches. While some find it to be a bit too noisy and question its value compared to other establishments, others praise specific dishes like the sticky toffee pudding and the Caesar salad. It's considered a safe bet when you need a place that can accommodate diverse tastes without being overly adventurous.
The Smith serves American cuisine with a focus on being a crowd-pleaser, making it suitable for those with less adventurous palates or for accommodating large groups. While some dishes like the sticky toffee pudding and Caesar salad receive praise, the overall quality is sometimes described as 'mid' or comparable to chain restaurants. There are also significant criticisms regarding its ownership.
"The sticky toffee pudding and the little gem Caesar salad have been highlighted as particularly good dishes."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with some finding it a consistently good and safe choice, while others criticize its noise level, generic feel, and ownership ties.
Important Note
The restaurant is frequently described as being very loud, and some patrons object to its ownership. It's also been compared unfavorably to more upscale or specialized restaurants.
"This comment lists The Smith as a restaurant."
Neutral"The Smith was suggested as an excellent option for Thanksgiving dinner, though it is noted as being on the pricier side at $88 per person."
Positive"The Smith was mentioned as a potential option for Thanksgiving dinner, with a link provided to their menu."
Neutral"The commenter states that 'The Smith' has no substance and is all flash."
Negative"A commenter recommended The Smith as a place to consider for a birthday dinner when asked for restaurant suggestions in NYC."
Neutral"This commenter disliked the aesthetic of The Smith, comparing it to a giant bathroom due to the subway tile."
Negative"This commenter stated that the food at The Smith is, at best, very mid."
Negative"This commenter expressed agreement with the negative sentiment towards The Smith, stating 'fuck that noise.'"
Negative"This commenter thanked the user for the warning about The Smith."
Neutral"This commenter advised against The Smith, calling it 'Sackler owned,' and suggested Monkey Bar instead."
Negative"The commenter suggested The Smith, noting their Thanksgiving dinner is pretty good."
Positive"The Smith is mentioned as a dining option."
Neutral"A commenter advises against patronizing The Smith due to its association with the Sackler family."
Negative"The commenter initially avoided The Smith but now considers it a top choice for dining near Lincoln Center, specifically recommending the Smith burger when sitting at the bar."
Positive"This restaurant was recommended as a potential option for a large group dinner."
Neutral"The user described The Smith as having poor sound design, comparing the reverberation to dining inside an empty pool."
Negative"The Smith is listed as a very loud restaurant, with poor acoustics."
Negative"The Smith is listed as a very loud restaurant, with poor acoustics."
Negative"The Smith is listed as a very loud restaurant, with poor acoustics."
Negative"Following up on the previous comment, this user stated they did not know about the ownership and that "nuf said.""
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