The Smile
(Now Closed)Café, American Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
NoHo, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Corcoran Group and The Wall Street Journal
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Neelu RaviMarch 15, 2018Granola and cappuccino is a good start for the day. Loved the ambience and food.
T SDecember 15, 2018Authentic place but a bit pricey brunch spot. In my case the baked egg and avocado could have been better spiced.
Euge CAugust 27, 2016The Brisket with melted dates and couscous has got to be the best thing in their menu. Get it.
AmyDecember 21, 2010This small, quaint place is definitely a nice pick for lunch. The only thing friendlier then their atmosphere is their manouri cheese & fig sandwich. One bite and you're in heaven!
In the mood for something lighter? Try the open faced sandwich with delicious Russ and daughters smoked salmon.
Caroline BellagambiJuly 3, 2015You'll have a very pleasant breakfast in this nice and cosy cafe. The food is very good.
Jastine KhoApril 2, 2018The space is pretty dim. Try to get a table outside or by the window if dining for brunch.
Eugene KimbergAugust 6, 2015Latte CAT score - 8/9: Cup 3, Art 3, Taste 2. Cat liked the atmosphere of the place and enjoyed his latte. Meow! 🐈
Lili BazMarch 17, 2019Such a cute little restaurant! The chicken sandwich and avocado toast were delicious!
The Wall Street JournalAugust 24, 2010Don't be intimidated by GQ magazine's labeling of The Smile as "The White-Hot Center of New York Cool." This basement cafe is welcoming and casual. Try the roast-beef sandwich ($11.50). Read more
Lisa PorterOctober 22, 2014Te steak was amazing and the mushrooms added perfect texture - also the goat cheese and bread!
The Harissa Chicken sandwich is insanely good. Spicy mustard on the side takes it to the next level.
Ricky SherrillSeptember 23, 2016A good option for an out of the way breakfast meeting spot. Good food and quiet- Ricky SherrillSeptember 23, 2016A good option for an out of the way breakfast meeting spot. Good food and quiet
Ray LinOctober 3, 2014You should be freekah'n out about the Freekah & Marinated Grilled Manouri on the lunch menu. It's freekah'n good.
NickMay 18, 2015Take visitors here for a true NY ambiance. Cant figure out how they made my baguette so flakey and crispy
- Baked eggs are the way to go with a side of sausage or smoked salmon 👌
- Loris UzanMay 8, 2015Really good place and amazing quality price ratio. Definitely a great place for a quick lunch
Ryan AmbsApril 24, 2015Space can be a bit loud but otherwise nice. Food was good overall. Enjoyed the celery root and cauliflower crumble.
Ece ÖncüJuly 8, 2013For breakfast, highly recommend steel cut oatmeal with coconut milk, dried currants and fresh berries! Yummy and filling.
Bryan AndrewSeptember 28, 2014Got the steak and eggs. Tons of food, great sweet potato home fries. Good service and space.
Jeffrey GlueckDecember 1, 2014I like the Thai beef salad, great vinegar dressing, although I wish it were organic grass fed beef
Public House WineAugust 26, 2014Great little sandwiches and salads but pricey for the portions. Go for weekday lunch -- brunch is a zoo on the weekends.
Alexandra ThompsonMarch 21, 2016Breakfast quinoa bowl is great. Gluten free peanut butter cookie is fire.
Emily ScheerDecember 19, 2016Cute and cozy, but limited tables fill up fast. Quinoa and lentils are delicious.
Chris TomkinsAugust 24, 2011I walked past this place every day for 4 weeks and only stopped to check it out in the my last days in NY - don't make the same mistake - it's great
Lee ByronJanuary 10, 2015Great brunch and coffee. Occasional celebrity sighting as its a neighborhood favorite.
Vinaya VishwanathAugust 6, 2015Small plates are great. I recommend the burrata and corn on the side. Cocktails were just ok. They looked great on the menu but tasted sub-par.- Narendra Singh PlahaSeptember 26, 2016Small, but dense menu of clever charcuterie, killer vegetable dishes, and solid meat dishes.
BreMarch 10, 2014The manouri cheese and fig sandwich is delicious, but be prepared for seriously sticky fingers post-lunch.
Solid place for a business lunch or just to take it easy. Get the roast beef and keep an eye out for Terry Richardson getting skeevy with the ladies.
Lauren MustoMarch 11, 2013Steak and eggs with sweet potato hash is both delicious and paleo-friendly. Bloody Mary is friendlier though...
Attractive but laid-back crowd makes for a pleasant atmosphere. Try the baked eggs and ham at brunch!
hui jiaJanuary 17, 2016if you are not hungry and want some cozy atmosphere with friends, this is the place. The plate is overall TINY, food is ok, though the French toast tastes good but not enough to share.:(
- Nick MJanuary 27, 2014Excellent assortment of food and ambience. The brisket and fish were on point.
Jordan FrankfurtMay 2, 2015Baked eggs and avocado. Ask for extra bread and apply food heavily to your piping hot open faced sandwich.
The harissa honey-roasted chicken sandwich may be my favorite sandwich in all of New York. I could eat that every day.
Ignore the rest of the drinks menu and get the spiked cider. It's delightfully smooth.
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A cozy, subterranean café on picturesque Bond Street in Downtown Manhattan. Located in a landmark 1830s Federal-style townhouse, the café is firmly rooted in the local community and serves as a clubhouse of sorts serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Wed–Sun
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(646) 329-5836
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Dining Options
Table Service
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Emily Wilson - 8.7
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Tim Shey - 8.7
"One of the best cookies I’ve ever had - molten, crispy, dark chocolate, nutty"
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"A latte, an almond croissant, and some seltzer water. Perfect mid-morning pick me up."
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"Great food, well made cocktails, friendly staff, and a relaxed vibe make this NoHo hotspot a go-to. While it can get packed on the weekend, beat the crowds and stop by on a Weds or Thurs night. —Joey"
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