Smyth

At Smyth, you'll discover some of the most intriguing and decadent delicacies. For instance: On one platter, creamy foie gras slices and scrambled kani miso are placed on top of soft pieces of Dungeness crab (a.k.a. crab innards). It is a tiny but potent taste that is dripping with lavish ingredients. The fact that it feels as though you are eating it in your best friend's living room is startling, especially if your best friend also has great sense in décor.

All of it is a component of the high-low balance that makes up Smyth. The West Loop fine-dining establishment is cozy and pleasant, and the food is absolutely extravagant. The founders and cooks of Charlie Trotter's and Alinea, John and Karen Urie Shields, had the idea to create a cheerful, laid-back restaurant that would honor their time spent in Smyth County, Virginia. Oak wood, yellow lighting, and comfortable accents like vases of thistles and a rolling bar cart fill the eatery. It has a similar vibe to the Loyalist, the casual yet elegant bar downstairs, where you can genuinely unwind. Here, the quality—and cost—of what you're about to eat makes a significant impact.

You must first choose how many classes you will take: five, eight, or twelve. They chose the 10-course meal, which is no longer available. Whatever you decide, be ready for opulent foods to arrive at your table (think caramelized lobster, crispy duck tongue, and creamy uni). A salted licorice-soaked egg yolk that was nestled in a cup of yogurt meringue really mesmerized us. A medium-bodied Alsace pinot gris with lemon notes pairs superbly with the show-stopping entrée. The drink pairings, which include a blend of white and red wines as well as a beer for good measure, are chosen from around the world to match with the food. From a pure dazzling white,

Google Rating: 4.6/5.0
Address: 177 N Ada St #101Chicago
Phone: +17739133773
Opening hours: Tues–Thurs 4pm–12am, Fri–Sat 4pm–2am
Website: smythandtheloyalist.com