Smyth reservations are released on Tock on a rolling 90-day basis at 12:00 PM CST, according to the restaurant's current booking page. Search the newly opened date at noon, know which menu you want, and have a backup time ready.
There is one important change ahead. Reservations through November 4, 2026 use Smyth's current two-menu structure and a $100 per-person deposit. Starting November 5, Smyth moves to one extended Chef's Menu with full prepayment at booking.
Last verified: September 19, 2026. Smyth writes the release zone as CST even while Chicago observes daylight saving time. Treat noon Central as the practical target, but check the live wording before your date enters the calendar.
Smyth reservation facts
- Official platform: Tock
- Booking window: Rolling 90 days
- Release time: 12:00 PM, labeled CST by Smyth
- Current Smyth Menu: $420 per person through November 4, plus beverages, tax, and gratuity
- Current Chef's Menu: $550 per person through November 4
- Current deposit: $100 per person, non-refundable and applied to the final bill
- From November 5: One extended Chef's Menu, prepaid at $510 Tuesday and Wednesday or $570 Thursday through Saturday on the current Tock listings
- Online party sizes: One to six for the Smyth Menu and new extended menu, two to four for the current Chef's Menu
- Walk-ins: No official walk-in policy is published
The restaurant's official dining page and live Tock listings are the sources to trust. Older articles may show different prices, experience names, or booking terms.
How to book Smyth at the noon release
Open Tock a few minutes before noon Central on the day your target date enters the 90-day window. Set the real party size and decide whether an earlier or later seating would work before the inventory appears.
Search the new date at release. If your ideal time is gone, check the full evening immediately rather than refreshing one prime slot. Tuesday and Wednesday also cost less under the post-November format, which makes them the more practical target for diners with flexible schedules.
Tock currently lets sold-out diners select Notify on an experience. Use that official alert, then act quickly if inventory returns. Smyth's cancellation policy gives guests a reason to transfer or reschedule plans, but any released table can disappear fast.
Smyth is a Tock restaurant. Resto Mojo's current public product lists other supported booking providers, so we do not claim that the reservation concierge can monitor Smyth today. You can still use the restaurant directory to find supported alternatives, or consult our guide to the hardest Chicago reservations for a broader plan.
Deposit, cancellation, and arrival rules
For reservations through November 4, both current experiences require a $100 per-person non-refundable deposit. Tock says the deposit is applied to the final bill, with the remaining menu cost and beverages paid after dinner.
Smyth permits rescheduling to an available date with at least seven days' notice. A reservation may be rescheduled up to two times, and Tock also allows transfer to another guest. That makes an official transfer safer than trying to resell a booking elsewhere.
Starting November 5, the new Chef's Menu requires full prepayment. Read the exact checkout terms for your date because the transition changes how much money is committed upfront.
Smyth holds a table for up to 15 minutes. A late arrival may receive an abbreviated experience, a meaningful risk when the menu lasts several hours.
Menu price and what the experience includes
Through November 4, the Smyth Menu costs $420 per person and takes about 2.5 to 3 hours on the restaurant's dining page. The upgraded Chef's Menu costs $550 per person, adds courses and chef interaction, and lasts about 3.5 hours.
Wine pairings are separate. Smyth currently lists a $245 pairing and a $475 reserve pairing. Tax and gratuity also sit outside the menu price, so the final spend is substantially higher than the headline number.
From November 5, the single extended menu is currently listed at $510 Tuesday and Wednesday and $570 Thursday through Saturday, prepaid through Tock. Those live listings are more current than the older $420 and $550 options for post-change dates.
The food changes with the season. Smyth describes the menu through its relationships with North American farmers, fishermen, and makers rather than a permanent dish list. North America's 50 Best points to that sourcing and the partnership between John Shields on savory courses and Karen Urie Shields on pastry as the center of the restaurant's identity.
Dietary restrictions, dress code, and who should book
Smyth asks guests to disclose dietary needs in advance. The current Smyth Menu can accommodate some restrictions, but the restaurant says it cannot safely serve vegan diets or several specific allergies. The current Chef's Menu cannot accommodate dietary restrictions at all.
Check the restrictions before paying a non-refundable deposit or a fully prepaid menu. For complex needs, contact the restaurant before booking rather than assuming the kitchen can redesign the experience.
There is no formal dress code. Smyth tells guests to dress as they feel comfortable, although the price and length naturally make it a special-occasion room.
The restaurant is strongest for diners who want a long, ingredient-driven tasting menu and are comfortable committing the whole evening. Michelin awards Smyth three stars, while North America's 50 Best ranked it No. 1 for 2026. Those honors explain the demand, but they do not replace the practical question of whether a three-hour tasting menu fits your night.
Practical details
- Address: 177 N. Ada Street, Suite 101, Chicago, IL 60607
- Neighborhood: West Loop
- Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00 to 9:00 PM
- Reservations: Smyth on Tock
- Release: Rolling 90 days at noon, labeled CST
- Current cancellation rule: Non-refundable deposit, rescheduling with at least seven days' notice, up to two changes
- Late arrival: Table held for up to 15 minutes
- Private dining: Up to 12 guests by inquiry
- Dress code: None formally required
Smyth Chicago reservations FAQ
What time do Smyth reservations open?
Smyth says reservations are released on a rolling 90-day basis at 12:00 PM CST. Use noon Central as the practical target and confirm the live Tock wording before release day.
How much does Smyth cost?
Through November 4, 2026, the Smyth Menu is $420 per person and the Chef's Menu is $550, before beverages, tax, and gratuity. From November 5, the prepaid extended menu is currently listed at $510 Tuesday and Wednesday and $570 Thursday through Saturday.
Is the Smyth deposit refundable?
No. Smyth says the current $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable. It can help reschedule with at least seven days' notice, subject to availability, and Tock permits transfers to another guest.
Does Smyth have a dress code?
No formal dress code is published. Guests are welcome to dress comfortably.
Can you walk into Smyth without a reservation?
Smyth does not publish a walk-in policy. Treat it as a reservation-first tasting menu and do not build an important evening around unconfirmed walk-in availability.
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