Welcome to Smithereens, a distinctive American restaurant nestled in the heart of New York City at 414 E 9th St. Known for its innovative seafood dishes, Smithereens redefines the dining experience with a harmonious blend of flavors and culinary creativity.
The restaurant's menu is a true celebration of the ocean, showcasing an impressive selection of seafood. Guests rave about the lobster roll and buckwheat pancakes, both hailed as must-try items. Each plate is thoughtfully crafted, highlighting the freshness of the catch with every bite. The whole BBQ mackerel, priced at $62, stands out for its perfect seasoning and preparation, making it a highlight for adventurous eaters.
But it’s not just the main dishes that entice palates. The dessert program at Smithereens takes a bold approach. Diners have been pleasantly surprised by the celery ice cream float and the warm, fluffy blueberry donut served with corn ice cream. These desserts showcase an exciting interplay of flavors that elevate the entire dining experience, transforming what could be ordinary into the extraordinary.
In addition to the captivating dishes, Smithereens offers an array of cocktails, from the refreshing Piña Colada Highball to the sophisticated Seaweed Martini. These beverages perfectly complement the seafood-centric menu and help create an inviting atmosphere that encourages leisurely dining.
The ambiance of Smithereens is minimalist yet warm, with a speakeasy vibe that makes it an excellent spot for a cozy night out. While some diners find the space can get a bit lively, the overall experience remains enjoyable, with excellent service to match the innovative fare.
In a culinary landscape often dominated by standard preparations, Smithereens stands out for its adventurous takes on familiar seafood dishes. It’s a delightful destination for those eager to explore unique flavor combinations, making each visit a fresh and exciting experience. Grab a seat, indulge in a few small plates, and prepare for an delightful evening that surprises and satisfies. Smithereens beckons both the curious and the culinary connoisseur alike.
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Alex Wiley
28/09/2025
Such a lovely and unique restaurant! The service was wonderful and we tried a bunch of small plates. The bread with seaweed butter and the buckwheat pancake with smoke fish are not to be missed! We also loved the scallop with white asparagus and a dish with raw fish, peas and horseradish (I can't remember the fish). I really enjoyed the unique seafood preparations and flavor combinations. The dessert program is also very different. I love celery so had to get the celery float which was really fun. The apple cider donut was also a surprise, it had maybe citric acid in the sugar dusting? Every bite was a little sweet and a little tart, delicious. My only complaint was that the space is quite loud
S C
14/09/2025
Smithereens has good vibes and good food with a small menu that focuses on seafood As most of the reviews share, the lobster roll and the buckwheat pancake are definitely worth trying. The desserts were also unique and satisfying at the end of the meal. Everything was delicious but nothing was so good that it was memorable. Nonetheless, a great spot to grab a few bites and a couple drinks
Jeffrey Menzer
25/08/2025
Such fun and unexpected food. We had only 3 dishes: fish head terrine, lentils with eel and whole mackerel. Great preparation and seasoning. Didn’t go for any of the limited dessert offerings. Space is rather dull. Staff and server were delightful. Recommend thus restaurant for adventurous pescatarians
Xiaowei Wang
17/08/2025
You can’t really tell by the photos, but the flavors are so exciting! Their dessert blew my mind, we had Mille-feuille type of dessert but with candied seaweed instead of pastry and black sesame cream. I was amazed how well these flavors go together.
Jean Ng
31/07/2025
Very fresh seafood and great combination of flavours. Not easy to get sword fish right but they did good. Another highlight was the fried whiting. Totally deboned but left whole, lightly fried in a crispy tempura coat with a flaky flesh to fork, so good. The desserts are not to be missed. The celery ice cream float just felt like eating a soda drink and it just blew my mind. On another hand, the blueberry donut is warm and fluffy with a side of corn ice cream, got us on cloud 9. The whole atmosphere has a minimalist speakeasy vibe with good playlist. Even tho its low ceiling yet its easy to have a conversation and the room is not loud like most.
Rachel Faeth
22/07/2025
Okay amazing experience here. Me and my best girl friend came here on our weekly dinner night out. Found this place through the Infatuation app. All plates are shareable sizes yet small, so don’t expect to walk away stuffed— in the best way. Everything was light, super fresh, different and delicious. The flavor combinations of each plate packed a punch. We also asked for a wine connoisseur who recommended a fabulous bottle of goth red wine from Germany. We were so happy with our experience. It’s definitely a date night vibe.