Smyth · Restaurant · Chicago
Chicago's only three-star room, farm-driven and No. 1 in North America
Smyth sits at the peak of fine dining in Chicago, the work of chef-partners John Shields and Karen Urie Shields in a chic West Loop loft. It is a deeply personal expression of North American cooking, sourced heavily from the couple's own Kentucky farm.
The credentials are as high as American fine dining goes right now. Smyth holds three Michelin stars, making it Chicago's only three-star restaurant in the 2025 Guide, and it was ranked No. 1 on North America's 50 Best Restaurants 2026.
The dining room is loft-style with relaxed lounge styling and an open kitchen at its heart, refined without ever tipping into stiff. The tasting menu changes daily and leans hard on farm-fresh, hyper-seasonal ingredients, so the composition of the night is always a little different. Signatures that show the
Address: 177 N Ada St, Ground Floor, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago
Reserve a VIP table at Smyth through the MyRSVP concierge. Submit a request via the form on this page and a host will confirm bottle minimums, arrival timing and any large-group requests within hours. MyRSVP handles Chicago reservations with on-the-ground hosts who book the toughest rooms in the city.
Hours of operation
- Wednesday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Thursday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Friday: 17:00 – 22:00
- Saturday: 17:00 – 22:00
Frequently asked about Smyth
How do I get a reservation at Smyth in Chicago?
Tables at Smyth are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Chicago plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Smyth?
Smyth is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Smyth?
Smyth runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Smyth located?
Smyth is in Chicago, at 177 N Ada St, Ground Floor, Chicago, IL 60607. MyRSVP can build it into a full Chicago itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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