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The Smile

(Now Closed)

Café, American Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$

NoHo, New York

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The Smile

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Monica SumaFebruary 5, 2014
Delightful farm-to-table spot on trendy Bond St that is a lovely combination of cosy and rustic. Go on a midweek afternoon or a Sunday evening and snap the romantic table by the window.
Serious EatsSeptember 24, 2013
Comfy neighborhood cafe by morning, quick lunch spot by afternoon, scene-y hangout at night. Fresh, well-cooked food that's healthier (and tastier) than many surrounding options.
Cole KennedyMarch 16, 2015
The Harissa honey roasted chicken sandwich is super delicious, and is served on a warm, crusty on the outside and soft on the inside baguette. Get it (and don't forget the pickles).
Elyse EstradaOctober 19, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The food is great paired with the $39 Granacha Cote du Rhone! For dessert try the sea salt chocolate chip cookie with a side of salted caramel ice cream and make your own ice cream sandy! Mmmm
Uranium TVJanuary 6, 2014
Dinner is simply put: amazing! Carrot Soup, lamb meatballs and pasta are all very tasty. Service is great and their cookies and milk are off the charts!
Bitches Who BrunchOctober 16, 2015
The Bitches Say: A-. It was a pleasant surprise to brunch at a trendy locale at an affordable price. The food hit the spot, although the service was spotty. We left with all smiles! Read more
Rafi SyedSeptember 11, 2012
Persistence is key here, both in getting a table and your food. Once you do, it's worth it. Banana cardamom loaf is a treat; baked eggs with avo are light and have manchego, the world's best cheese.
Lauren MacAugust 18, 2015
This place is too adorable. Brunch drinks are tasty (mimosa, lemonade, & grapefruit are all good) and the food is appropriately portioned. Try the baked eggs with avocado! Only complaint is weak AC.
CatarinaJuly 1, 2014
Went for the brunch and was delighted - such a cosy space! Got there at 10am and within minutes it was full. The scrambled eggs were perfect and if you have a sweet tooth get the pastry basket!
Jacob FordNovember 30, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Go for the goat cheese. No insult to the cheese, but the immaculate crispysoft crustbread which accompanies it is the highlight. As for the cheese: perfectly proportioned with what tops it.
Victoria NatenzonMay 3, 2014
Went for brunch. Had a really long wait, but totally worth it. The food was great and inexpensive and I loved the rustic decor and overall feel of this place. Cozy neighborhood spot.
Chet ManciniOctober 27, 2014
Get the Baguette French Toast with real NY syrup for brunch. Lovely trendy cafe in a basement off Bond. By the famous building with the gold dancers on the facade.
angela gaylorMay 1, 2015
Lovely dinner! We made a meal out of the different vegetarian sides and apps, and it was filling, and delicious. Get the cauliflower shortbread, and the Haricots Verts!
EvanApril 24, 2013
Stay away from cocktails here; wine and beer are better. You can't go wrong with anything vegetable-centric - salads and daily crostini especially. Get a salted chocolate chip cookie for dessert!
Barker BlackMay 18, 2012
Ideal for coffee or an afternoon bite but serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, this place is perfect for a date and has an incredible wine list if you want to switch up your daily scotch routine.
Joury IbrahimNovember 5, 2016
The place is super cozy! Kind of places that you go to with a friend you haven't seen in years and never stop talking! The staff are great. The scrambled eggs are average
Mary Ann Dizon RementillaAugust 7, 2017
Love the ambience of this charming (rustic chic) restaurant. Perfect for a date night or a group dinner. What to get: Garlic poached Atlantic Salmon, it's flaky and delicious!
EArchitectApril 11, 2016
Cozy intimate charming walk down restaurant with a great selection of healthy delicious fare. The Roasted Balsamic Chicken was amazing. I actually had two to satiate my appetite after SoulCycle NoHo.
Ms HeleneJuly 24, 2016
Granola, Greek yogurt, dried fruit & berries $9 small but good & not too sweet. Hipster service is less great.
GothamistMarch 23, 2017
The crazy-dense Peanut Butter and Jelly is The Smile's best cookie, filled with coarsely ground nuts, actual peanut butter, and pockets of sticky strawberry jam. Read more
Caroline SchulweisMarch 19, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Great lunch spot with lots of healthy options like the quinoa bowl with a poached egg and the steak salad. Also love the sea salt cookie for the table for dessert 🍪!
Lauren DOctober 24, 2012
Nice waitstaff! Waitress let me try the alch before committing to it in a cocktail(forgot name). Had the goats cheese appetizers & hangar steak w/ mash-sweet potatoes w/ thyme- delicious! Recommend!
LogoTVOctober 9, 2012
Great coffee, cute hipster staff & always a celebrity sighting. The granola is special. I sit by the window. Keep my table open. - Marc Sinoway, Hunting Season
Omar AhmadDecember 7, 2014
I came here for a sandwich, which was great (egg with salmon on multigrain), but that coffee...probably one of the best brewed coffees I've had in the area...sorry La Colombe.
NicoleSeptember 3, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful place, friendly staff that seated us with the disclaimer that it could be a squeeze. It was great! Salads, sandwiches, biscuits, cappuccinos all got rave reviews, without breaking the bank.
Vineet ShahJuly 9, 2014
Been here 5+ times
There's no cell service inside, so I hope you read about how good the Harissa Honey Roasted Chicken Breast sandwich is before you got there.
Johnnie SkywalkingOctober 23, 2016
Baked eggs is obviously amazing on its own but gets even better by tasting it with slices of avocado. It's a must order.
Jordi LlobetJune 6, 2017
Quiet, cosy and good food. I went for branch. Any eggs dish is a good choice, I went for the eggs and avocado. I recommend the fruit salad as a side.
David PFebruary 17, 2013
Great spot. Started with the marinated goat cheese and the lamb meatballs - both were amazing. We also had the balsamic chicken and the brisket. Dishes are basic but delicious. try the hibiscus marg
Deepak ShrivastavaMay 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Tucked away in NoHo, this cute spot offers a light atmosphere with small lunches that do well for an intimate setting, a small group or a general catch-up with an old friend.
Melissa ChaiDecember 30, 2015
Quinoa & lentils with collard greens and runny egg. Added chicken and avocado. Yummy, healthy, totally satisfying
Narendra Singh PlahaSeptember 26, 2016
Good low key basement restaurant. The staffs are helpful and attentive. The food is delicious the balsamic chicken has great flavor and seasoned well and balanced.
MarcApril 3, 2014
Tasting Table Choc Chip Cookie List: "A little sea salt goes a long way at this Noho café. Melia Marden puts a little crunch in each bite, nicely accentuating the slightly bitter chocolate chunks"
Perri SilverFebruary 26, 2015
Been here 10+ times
I'm not kidding when I say their bacon is the best bacon I've ever had. I usually don't order oatmeal out but it is phenomenal here.
TOWN&COUNTRYNovember 10, 2011
The coziest of atmospheres is the perfect place to sup, and sip. Brunch on sweet potato biscuits and frothed-up mochas; share sandwiches (harissa honey chicken, truffle oil fig cheese) for dinner.
Kevin SkobacNovember 18, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Steak & eggs was amazing: roast exactly how my grandma makes it, and the sweet potato hash is fantastic. Also loved the thick cut bacon. This is one of my new favorite places.
Margot MazurAugust 13, 2014
Delicious food and a great environment. The tomato salad and roasted potatoes are great. Get small plates and call it an evening. Also, mezcal float 4eva 👌
ᴡ BNovember 7, 2015
Really cute place for breakfast and brunch. You can grab a cocktail and sit outside near the entrance too!
Bond StreetOctober 11, 2016
"I always appreciate that The Smile has a solid dessert selection, but I always find myself opting for the chocolate chip & sea salt cookies" - Audrey Gingras, founder - Archetype Showroom Read more
ChaoMarch 18, 2012
Go for the people watching, simple & healthy dishes, and ambiance. Mint sugar snap peas and balsamic roast chicken are my favorites. Coffee and pastries (from Balthazar?) are also great!
Morgan PolotanMarch 28, 2015
The best steak and eggs I've ever had. Steak is tender, it's mixed together with the over easy eggs, and comes with finely chopped sweet potato hash.
Benazir MartinezDecember 29, 2018
It was a very nice place and the food was delicious. Felt a bit rushed at the end even though the place was some what empty and nobody was waiting for a table.
TylerMay 18, 2018
Tasty mezcal cocktails and excellent vegetarian options with a tasteful, unpretentious decor. Next to the Gene Frankel Theatre.
Ruby AnayaNovember 21, 2016
Been here 10+ times
I don't get the hype about the harissa chicken sandwich - it's very small and by default comes with potato chips so the plate is bland. If you're hungry I recommend the steak and 🍳 or the quinoa bowl
Kathryn PhillipsJune 9, 2015
This place was great! Amazing service, fantastic appetizers, amazing dessert. Wonderful dinner all around.
Christine WongOctober 5, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The bacon is the most delicious bacon I've ever had. The servers are also really friendly, and the atmosphere is so relaxing. Highly recommended for breakfast!!
Alexandra BacchusJuly 28, 2016
Tasting menu is served family style which was a great part of the dinner party I had in the wine cellar. Food out of this world
Amy ChenJuly 6, 2015
The atmosphere was lovely. Everything on the menu looked pretty unique. I got the steak and roasted grape arugula salad. It was sweet, savory and just all around delicious. A fantastic date location.
The Corcoran GroupJuly 22, 2011
Cozy and rustic restaurant that will put a smile on your face on even the rainiest of days. This is especially true when you’re dining on an order of the Moroccan Lamb meatballs.
Lior YanayMarch 26, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The coffee is always a hit. Try the Baked Eggs & Avocado, which is their version for Shakshuka. Very good and mildly spicy.

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