Smith and Mills
“A gem on North Moore in TriBeCa across from Robert Deniro's anchor Greenwich Street Hotel.”
“The two cocktails – Dark and Stormy and the Gordon's Cup are so easy to drink.”
“Have the charcuterie plate and don't forget to check out new yorks loveliest restroom 🙂
Yes, it's an old French elevator cabin.”
Smith and Mills
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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The place is tiny, cozy and has an old-school feel to it. The decor is married very well to the menu and helps you identify the vibe they're going for instantly. The White Wine Steamed Mussels are enough to give this place 5 stars (which says a lot, because I don't even like mussels). Their cocktails may seem overpriced at first glance of the serving but justify themselves quickly with their taste and kick. [Try the billionaire].
This is what New York is all about. The hole in the wall restaurants that make you go "Why haven't I been here before!?" Definitely coming back for more.
This was our first stop on a list of bars we visited Saturday afternoon. Sometimes day drinking is the way to go! I must say that this was, by far, my favorite spot we visited.
Smith and Mills is a tiny little bar that was once a carriage house and possesses loads of personality! First, the bartender was super friendly and attentive, and engaged with us as we talked about the area. We were staying in Tribeca, having traveled to NYC from FL to spend Christmas. He gave us some pointers on some great spots in the area, and our planned ONE drink ended up turning into three drinks each. My husband and our 2 friends were literally just planning to stay for 1 beer so we could make our way around to a bunch of bars, but we ended up staying at Smith and Mills for at least a couple of hours longer than planned. This was because the bartender was just so friendly and engaging.
The restroom — this review is not complete without mentioning the restroom. It is a converted elevator! Very cool with a ton of character.
You MUST use the restroom or you're missing out on the whole experience here! Bottoms up!
This place is adorable and I felt like I was abroad at an adorable European restaurant. The food is all pretty good and meant to share. A little expensive. Burrata was highlight. The place is super small (and loud) so if you don't get there earlier you're in for a wait. We got there at 6 when they open. On top of being small there's one cook behind counter so they take pretty long. We ate for two hours. But in right situation this is a primo Tribeca spot!
Interesting place for cocktails. Solid drinks, friendly service, eclectic interior- it's a converted coach house. Did not sample any of the dining options but appreciated the character of the place. Had the Pimm's Cup, it was a little too orangy for me but still enjoyed it.
I want to come back to try their cocktails and other stuff..but this review is just for lunch:
I am a sucker for these types of restaurants. I know it's just avocado on toast. I KNOW ok
But why does it taste so good when they do it?
Yes it's pricey….it's in Tribeca and I know I'm just paying for their rent…but how do they make their bread taste so good?!
The whitefish salad was actually really amazing too….if I am back in the area I ll def be back.
Cute, little hole in the wall in Tribeca. No sign outside so just look for the rustic barn doors. Dark and romantic inside. Seating is very limited and you'll be sitting very close to the people next to you. The menu is very limited as well. Only a few choices. The portions can be small, so that's why I opted for the burger. Best bang for your buck.
Very creative drinks – they've got some serious punch, so if you're a lightweight, stay away from the Vieux Carre (rye whiskey, cognac, benedictine, sweet vermouth). Service was satisfactory. Smith and Mills is perfect for a party of two – quiet, casual and a good spot for a bite and a drink.
I ordered the poached chicken club sandwich for lunch as recommended by the waiter and really enjoyed it. It came on a crispy baguette with tender chicken and a huge side of delicious house made chips.
I would definitely order it again, but would also like to try their other menu items. The poached chicken salad that my friend ordered looked delicious too.
Definitely the most interesting bathroom sink that I've experienced. Kind of hard to explain, but it's almost like a toilet bowl basin that you pull down to use the water and you put it back up to drain. Very unique.
It's very small, but in a cute and quaint way. Very nice ambiance with friendly staff. Would love to go back for wine and a cheese plate – probably Mon-Wed since Thu-Sat night gets really packed.
Re-review after more than a year has passed. Time to break out one of the ultimate Yelp cliches: "Smith & Mills is indeed a hidden gem of TriBeCa".
In the time that has passed, I've managed to roam in here several times. Always at the most vulnerable times, such as when I've already had too much to drink at some other favorite food and grog experience. For some reason, Smith & Mills reaches out like some sexy temptress asking me to enter for just an innocent last fling. Nothing serious. No regrets. Just enjoy the time and move on.
And so, just as it happens with complex pleasures, I don't just have one. I have another. And I wake up feeling that it was more than a fling. It was serious. But, there are no regrets. I did enjoy the experience.
The bartender here is very cool and has a real touch for classic cocktails. Try a Vesper, Manhattan, Sazerac or Vieux Carre. These are some of my lifetime favorites and Smith & Mills honors each of them by mixing, garnishing and serving them with simple style.
The room is fantastically simple and complex at the same time. It's a box with a not very high ceiling that is decorated in a very creative way. Just a few tables and a small bar. I don't think it can hold more than 30 people without getting uncomfortable. Come here when the crowd is thin.