The Smith
The Smith uses a dedicated gluten-free fryer and a dedicated pasta pot, along with a red-flag system to mark allergen-safe dishes.
Per-allergen evidence
The Smith uses a dedicated gluten-free fryer and a dedicated pasta pot, along with a red-flag system to mark allergen-safe dishes. Staff are trained, and managers discuss protocols with diners. The kitchen is shared (not dedicated), and the menu is not marked with GF symbols. Multiple reports of cross-contamination incidents (glutening) exist.
[1] Aggregator Google Places listing, Google
The Google Places baseline contains the address 400 N Clark St, Chicago, and confirms the website.fetched May 14, 2026[2] Verified blog River North « The Smith Restaurant, thesmithrestaurant.com
The official website for River North Chicago states that the menu includes 'Gluten-free pasta available upon request.' Per-dish gluten-free markings are not present on the menu.fetched May 15, 2026[3] Aggregator Gluten-Free at The Smith - Gluten-Free Menu, FindMeGlutenFree
211 ratings, a dedicated gluten-free fryer, a pasta pot, and food flagged with a red toothpick. Staff are knowledgeable, and some glutening reports are present.fetched May 15, 2026[4] Verified blog River North « The Smith Restaurant, thesmithrestaurant.com
The Smith is a casual American Brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City and one in Washington D.C., and one in Chicago!fetched May 15, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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