Discover Smyth's Innovative Tasting Menu
Nestled in Chicago's vibrant Fulton Market District, Smyth offers an extraordinary culinary journey through its carefully crafted tasting menu. This menu showcases a masterful blend of seasonal ingredients and inventive techniques that captivate the senses and elevate New American cuisine to new heights.
Starters to Awaken Your Palate
Begin your dining experience with refined starters that balance delicate flavors and texture. The Lobster Gelée features succulent Maine uni complemented by refreshing melon ceviche and a fragrant bergamot oil, creating a vibrant introduction to the meal. Alternatively, the Sunchoke Tart enchants with its caramelized-salted egg yolk custard paired beautifully with Maitake mushroom mayonnaise and the subtle crunch of sunchoke skins.
Main Courses Featuring Bold Flavors
Savor a selection of mains that marry rich ingredients with inventive pairings. The Braised Beef Cheek is elevated by dried turnip, the bright zest of black finger lime, and a deeply flavorful burnt cabbage reduction. Indulge in the luxurious Dungeness Crab accompanied by foie gras and creamy scrambled kani miso, a dish that balances oceanic sweetness with indulgent richness. For a truly unique experience, the Wagyu is served alongside a truffle-flavored doughnut and glazed with luscious marrow, blending unexpected textures and aromas in perfect harmony.
Decadent Desserts to Conclude
Complete your Smyth experience with desserts that surprise and delight. The New Potato Ice Cream offers a subtle and creamy finale, while the Corn Macaron with peppery nasturtium introduces a playful contrast of sweetness and spice. The Dark Chocolate Tartlet infused with kombu provides an umami twist to a classic favorite, leaving a lasting impression of innovation and elegance.
Drinks and Specials
Smyth complements its culinary artistry with a curated selection of cocktails, beer, and wine, expertly paired to enhance each course’s unique flavors. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully crafted beverages that elevate the tasting menu experience, making every visit memorable and immersive.
- Starters Lobster Gelée with Maine uni, melon ceviche, bergamot oil; Sunchoke Tart with caramelized-salted egg yolk custard and Maitake mushroom mayonnaise.
- Mains Braised Beef Cheek with dried turnip and burnt cabbage reduction; Dungeness Crab with foie gras and scrambled kani miso; Wagyu with truffle-flavored doughnut and marrow glaze.
- Desserts New Potato Ice Cream; Corn Macaron with peppery nasturtium; Dark Chocolate Tartlet with kombu.
- Drinks Expertly paired cocktails, premium wines, and curated beer selections to complement every course.
