Smith and River

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   Rachael

   Tahoe

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   I came here around the same time last year and had a wonderful experience yet this time was very different the hostess was snappy and rude even though I was just letting her know we had a reservation the food was over priced for what we got to be completely honest 30$ for pasta with no protein is crazy on top of that my mom got a flat bread pizza with no cheese on it that blew my mind when it came out just over all a horrible experience left very disappointed
   

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   Pete

   Central Coast

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wow, phenomenal service and the cooks really know how to prepare fantastic food. All is unique for Reno! Definitely in the top 3 of all of our restaurants. Oh, and the bar knows how to pour a drink well and still amazing flavor! Brandon our server is the best I’ve had in a long time. Very informative and suggestions were top notch! Great dining experience. Going back in a couple weeks when family comes from out of state.
   

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   Janet

   Tahoe

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food and service were impeccable. It was a slower night but we still closed the place. One of the best reno restaurants.
   

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   Lynn

   Tahoe

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We enjoyed our dinner immensely. We had braised beef shank, flat iron steak, fresh catch which was stuffed sole and truffle fries, Parker house rolls & Brussel sprouts for sides. The brussel sprouts may be best I’ve ever had. Service was great and prices good for upscale dining.
   

   Smith and RiverResponded on January 5, 2025

   Lynn, Thank you for visiting us and leaving such kind feedback! We truly appreciate it, we look forward to your next visit.
   

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   Lance

   Tahoe

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   We dined here on New Year's Eve with a reservation. We checked in about 5 min before our actual reservation time and we're seated about 10 min after our reservation time. Service was lacking as we had to constantly track our server down to get water refills. After ordering our prie fixe menu options food trickled out to us and we had to remind the server who ordered what as he did not remember. The food was pretty good and tasty, but I was disappointed with the lobster bisque as it did not have actual lobster in it and tasted similar to a creamy tomato soup. I did enjoy the filet and lobster, and they were cooked to perfection. I did have some lobster shell still attached to my lobster which was not appealing in my mouth. To finish the meal they ran out of our dessert choice and they were not very understanding of how disappointing that was for having a prie fixe menu. You would think that they would have enough to satisfy the amount of reservations they had for the night. Overall it was a good meal, but the service left something to be desired. I would done here again but not during a holiday service.
   

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   Rick

   Tahoe

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Was there for the special New Years Eve menu. Wasn’t aware that was what we’d be having and had been thinking we would have the regular menu choices. But this was a very nice surprise as the food was excellent, even though there were only a few choices. We had the crab cake appetizer which was excellent. The salad was amazing and the entree I had was the lobster and 6oz filet. Really good stuff. Our waiter, Stan, was attentive without being a pest and was very helpful. Overall, for being our first time visiting, I’ve were very impressed.
   

   Smith and RiverResponded on January 4, 2025

   Hi Rick, I am Kirstyn Smith, the General Manager at Smith and River. I wanted to reach out and say thank you for visiting Smith and River, and for taking the time to leave us your feedback on Open Table! We are so glad to hear that you had such a wonderful experience, and hope to see you in the restaurant again soon. We know it feels a little funny to write a Yelp review if it's not something you're used to, but as a newer, small restaurant it really helps spread the word, and keep up the level of service and quality we are striving for! We would greatly appreciate it, should you feel inclined. Have a great day, and thanks again for your kind words
   

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   Michael

   VIP

   Tahoe

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on December 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The atmosphere , food , incredible. The wait staff are perfection.
   

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   Alison

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent service by all staff, and great food. Loved the variety of dishes on the menu.
   

   Smith and RiverResponded on December 30, 2024

   Alison, Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are proud to have each individual on our team making the magic happen. We hope to see you again soon.
   

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   Ashlyn

   Tahoe

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Smith and River is our go to nice date night and celebratory dinner spot! The service is always exceptional and the food matches! I had the table side cacio e pepe last night and what an experience that was. My husband had the chefs cut and it was a 12oz new York strip cooked to perfection with the most succulent mashed potatoes! We loved our server and everyone we interacted with at the restaurant is so sweet and welcoming.
   

   Smith and RiverResponded on December 28, 2024

   Ashlyn, Thank you so much for leaving your feedback - Giselle is one of our best! and we are touched you had a wonderful time with her additional assistance. We are ecstatic to hear everything was delicious and seamless. We hope to see you again soon.
   

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    Jamie

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Very lovely restaurant and great food. Service was awesome. Validating parking is a major plus. Complimentary glass of Prosecco was a nice touch. The only down side was that the music was loud so people talking was loud. I think all restaurants do that now. We will be back.
    

    Smith and RiverResponded on December 20, 2024

    Jamie, We are so excited to be able to offer valet so Thank you using our new Valet program! We are happy to hear your overall experience was lovely - thank you for your kind and honest feedback. As a local restaurant we take our guest feedback to heart, and will use this as a learning experience moving forward. We look forward to your next visit with us!
    

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