Smyth

Chicago, IL · American · $$$

Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, John Shields & Karen Urie Shields present two distinct, exciting restaurants, Smyth and The Loyalist.

SMYTH offers a joyful journey through food, paying homage to the depth and richness of Chef John and Karen’s five years in the farmlands of Smyth County, Virginia. The tasting menu changes every day, evolving as they gather new inspiration from products at the height of their seasonality.

4 Stars
Chicago Tribune, 2017
Rising Star: John Shields
Elite Traveler, 2018
Best New Restaurant
Chicago Magazine, 2017
Restaurant of the Year
Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence, 2020
5 Diamonds
AAA, 2020
2 Stars
Michelin Guide, 2020

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  SMYTH
  A narrative of John and Karen's journey through Smyth County, Virginia. This 2 to 2.5-hour experience has balance and warmth, and is a special treat for the senses.
  
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  Prepaid reservation for parties of 2-6
  $175 per person
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  Soft Shell Crab Meunière
  Chesapeake Bay, Maryland "whale" size crab fried in beurre noisette.
  
  - Chicory salad with anchovy dressing
  - Rice pilaf with green garlic, Swiss chard & lovage
  - Cherry clafoutis
  
  No reheating...
  Prepaid pickup for parties of 1-8
  $36 per person
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  Sunday Brunch Kit
  - Buttermilk pancake mix & maple syrup
  - Crostata with Benton's bacon, blackberries and sweet onions
  - Yogurt and sorghum syrup granola
  - White asparagus with sea lettuce hollandaise
  - Hazelnut...
  Prepaid pickup for parties of 2
  $68 package fee
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  Picnic Kit
  Now that we're allowed out of the house make use of all the amazing parks we have and festoon yourself with a medley of Parisian inspired snacks & treats!
  
  - Whitefish rillettes with brown butter...
  Prepaid pickup for parties of 2
  $74 package fee
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