Smee's is just always good. The people are friendly, there's a variety on the menu... truly something for everyone. Their appetizers are some of the biggest hits in my opinion. You can't go wrong with the spinach artichoke dip, buffalo dip or the chicken fingers. The Big Smee House Salad is one of my favorite salads in Indy and they always have delicious homemade soups of the day. And, you can't beat the fact that the owner, Tim, is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. Highly, highly recommend Smee's.
(5)
Michael Y.
Not completely elated with the service we received this evening. Employees are standing around talking about personal problems. I waited 10 minutes for a bud light. I want to sit and enjoy a beer and not hear about all the personal problems. Let me give you all some choice quotes that destroyed my relaxation bar session: "I got no sleep yet. I haven't taken my adderal yet" "Oh Fuck, I better get out there. My boyfriend blah blah"
(2)
Kevin W.
At someone's recommendation for Fish Friday I visited here. Very friendly. Very good. Average price....but again did I mention how friendly everyone is?
(5)
Jessica W.
We always find a new place to get tenderloin sandwiches when we visit indiana, this one will be on the repeat list though!!! Great crunchy breading, good ratio of toppings and the brioche bun is a great choice. Get yourself a side of mac and cheese and onion rings and you can worry about working off the calories later. Enjoy the meal, it amazing. Atmosphere is calm, plenty of space in the booths for kids, waitress was attentive to the kids and our time.
(5)
Connie B.
Smee's is our place!! We come here very often for lunch and dinner. It's casual, friendly and the food is good. Never had a problem. I recommend the Mary Lou! The only reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they have removed the Buffalo Chicken dip. We had recently tried this and loved it! We went back the next week and it was taken off the menu. We instead had the salmon dip and that was delicious but would really appreciate it if you brought the Buffalo Chicken dip back!!
(4)
Peter P.
This place was a pleasant surprise. I went in thinking that this was just going to be a typical neighborhood dive bar with typical pub grub. However, their menu told another story. There were many unique items (buffalo chicken dip, anyone?) and what I ordered (the steak sandwich which is their signature item) was very good. There's always some kind of beer special and do carry some local labels and regional labels on draft. The service was extremely fast, friendly, and apologetic (for no reason). Our waiter was very good, yet he kept apologizing for the wait (the wait time was short, in my opinion). Note: It's primarily a bar, but I think it's family-friendly (sit on the other side of the rails separating the bar area from the main dining room.
(4)
Aaron K.
It's like drinking in my friends grandmas basement. "All the best" -Siraj, in the southern style.
(1)
Mark M.
I am from Greater Cincinnati, Ohio. This place has great food and reasonable prices with prices under $11.00. In fact, they went out of their way to make a Chicago style hot dog for me. When I am in Indianapolis once per month, I make it a point to stop at Smee's Place. In addition, their hot dogs are all beef. In Cincinnati, we are wild about chili and they make a very good chili dog or in Cincinnati, we call it a "Coney."
(4)
Cora A.
Had dinner here last night: service is always great at the bar and the portions are generous too.
(5)
Ryan K.
Was out driving around today and stopped in at Smee's to grab a little lunch. Busy lunch crowd but not loud which was nice, and after I ate I know now why it was busy.. Food was great and the server was super nice and friendly. I will be back for more of your great food. Nice find!!!
(5)
D h.
Smee's is a decent place that's near the 86th and ditch intersection. There are a couple other bars in the area, but smee's stands out for having better food, better lighting, and a fun, though sometimes elderly, crowd. You enter into the dining area and have to pass several lower eating tables & booths to get to the bar. The bar is U-shaped with a good amount of stools. A few high top tables in the bar area. Wooden bar top with rounded rail. Not much of a bar back to speak of though. Great service.
(4)
Taylor J.
Let me first start by saying that I solely created a Yelp account to review this dumpster. This place deserves nothing more than zero stars. My sister and I were hesitantly greeted by the host. It was very obvious that we didnt fit the demographic of the restaurant patrons. Next it took nearly 15 minutes for our server to greet us and demand our order. There were 2 servers on the floor but plenty of managerial staff to assist with refilling drinks and running food. However that was not happening. It really felt as if my sister and I were getting looked over because we were not of the average age. After 40 minutes of waiting for our appetizer we decided we had enough and parted ways. Do not go here. The staff is extremely rude and they clearly discriminate.
(1)
Molly C.
Smee's is always a pleasure! Great food, great service!! A good local feel! There is a variety of choices on the menu and I love that they have fresh fruit! It's my go to place for a quick meal that's not fast food!
(5)
Kristy K.
Smee's is one of those places that you can always count on for a good meal at a good price. It's a neighborhood gem that promotes: 'Friends don't let friends eat at chains.' I appreciate this, because we try to spend our dollars at local establishments. Smee's has a tavern vibe, it's pretty dark inside. The booths are comfortable and there are a few TVs near the bar. A few times there has been live music or a DJ spinning so smooth jazz. Hand's down they have the best rib eye steak sandwich in town. And carrot curls (deep friend carrot shavings). And they have started carrying some local brews, too. The one downer about Smee's is that sometimes the service can be a bit slow, but I found that to be more the case at lunch than at dinner. So if you're looking for a good meal, somewhere simple, Smee's is definitely a good stop!
(4)
Sanchez H.
Yes its good bar food. Yes the service is attentive but it is slow, so expect to wait! Yes most diners are 50 and up. Yes it's dark inside with comfortable booths. They have daily specials both for drink & food. The Good: The Fried Zucchini app was a hit at our table--thanks fellow Yelpers. Spinach Melt, Breaded tenderloin and carrot curls were all a big hit at our table and we would order those items again. The NOT so Good: Cuban was the least favorite- a bit flat and would not be ordered again. The Mac-n-cheese as a side for $3.25 was a bit spendy for the 3 spoonful size serving and it wasn't that great either. Smee's is worthy of return visits if you're in the mood for traditional American Grub. The prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are adequate (probably what they "should be" for the proper American diet)
(3)
E. M.
We reviewed this bar recently! We have visited them again on Friday night. This time for a nightcap. All the barstools were taken and there were a couple bar boot he's next to bar so we sat down. We were not greeted or offered any help till we sat but then immediately a waiter came and asked if we could find another place to sit. The goal was to try to get the bar booths clear and locate us in the restaurant side. The table was define ly more valuable to smees empty! Why? Convenience, habit, eager to close one side? Awwww come on. We didn't even score a nightcap this visit.... We eat out every night n my date has been a long term customer ! This is getting ridiculous.
(1)
Samantha P.
I went here with my mom since we had both been by it a bunch of times and never checked it out. We had seen positive reviews so we were hopeful! Overall, it was a decent experience. The place seems kinda old but that adds to the atmosphere. There seemed to be quite a few regulars there by the time we left. Our server was young but really nice and helpful! He recommended the steak sandwich and it was delicious! So were his other suggestion, the carrot curls or whatever they are called! The downsides? The chips that come with the yummy spinach and artichoke dip tasted a bit like pickles...not sure why. Some people might like this, but I disliked them quite a bit. Also, my mom got a thai wrap and while it looked nice the chicken was super dry. She decided not to complain, however, since she had eaten quite a bit of it. Next time, she'll probably just get the steak sandwich!
(4)
Jillian C.
Nice place to eat outside when it is sunny and warm. We tried the spinach artichoke dip and couldn't get enough of it. I had the BBQ chicken salad and it was delicious if a bit ordinary. My boyfriend had the salmon and liked it. All in all a solid place to eat but not overly exciting.
(3)
Greg F.
Can't decide where to go? Just want some good tavern grub and a beer? Smee's is a default place to go. Took my parents there last night. Place is cheery, fun and had good AC. Even better they have SunKing and Smithwick's on tap. All of the food had nice presentation. I had the panko grouper fingers which is listed as app but is really a meal includes fries and a really delish cole slaw. I could have had a lot more of that slaw. The grouper was moist, tender and fresh tasting. My wife's sandwich came on an excellent sourdough roll. Everyone's fries were perfect. The tenderloin sandwich ordered met the Indiana certification of approval for Hoosier Tenderloins. Service was prompt and had no problems when we changed our orders a couple times. Smee's offers a good dinning experience.
(5)
Yale R.
Everyone inside is old, but the grub is fresh.
(4)
Lord B.
Had the Cuban Sandwich for lunch one day; Awesome! Will definitly be back! Service was good. Staff wasn't rude but wasn't real talkative either.
(5)
Kyle S.
One of the best and most authentic places in Indy. The serving crew is spectacular and so nice. They make you feel at home. The food is always wonderful and I'm so glad I found such a warm place! If you haven't been here give it a shot. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Leslie K.
I really wanted to like this place. It is right around the corner from our house, so my hubs and I were hoping that it could be our local hangout. No Bueno. The hostess was really nice. She smiled, was friendly, and showed us to our table. The crowd here ranged from older people to little kids. The TV's around us were all tuned to Fox News. That was strike one. You think they could turn it to something political neutral like CNN. Reading yelp, everyone seemed to think the steak sandwiches were great. So that is what my husband and I ordered. Ours were full of gristle, they were flavorless, as was the aus ju that was served with it. I just wasn't all that impressed.
(2)
Marcie M.
I may do an update eventually b/c my first few time at Smee's was REALLY good but last night was just OK. I really love the Spinach Artichoke dip ...and they do not skimp on the chips like other places. It is great to share as a starter. I really love it! I got the Caesar's salad with blackened salmon. It was not anything special and I was kind of disappointed in the dressing. I probably wouldn't recommend it. My hubby got the jerk chicken sandwich (it's jerk seasoning, not sauce) with their spicy fries (ummm....YUM...the fries are fantastic to dip in ranch - I scavenged his last few!) and though I wouldn't recommend my meal, I WOULD recommend Smee's in general. It's a great little hole in the wall on the NW side of Indy at 86th and Ditch. Easy to find location but one that you may walk by 12 times and never see. I only know about it b/c A) I live super close and B) my friend is a bartender here. Speaking of drinks, the bartenders are GREAT. They make some kick ass mean drinks. :) And, the bar area of the restaurant is fantastic. It is also non-smoking, which is REALLY nice. The servers are great, attentive, polite and fast. All things I appreciate in servers/bartenders. :) I don't like waiting for drinks or appetizers and they are great about getting these things out quickly. I will definitely continue to go to Smee's Place. It is a chill, relaxing, comfortable environment - good for catching a game (but don't expect BIG screens). It is WONDERFUL and next time, I'll get my regular breaded tenderloin with those fabulous fries (yes, unhealthy, I know!! but...soooo good) instead of the Caesar. :)
(3)
Raina R.
Smee's Place is a great bar and restaurant hidden behind the chaos of 86th Street. It's great for a quick bite to eat, a long meal hanging out with friends, or a drink at the bar! The bartenders are great, they make excellent drinks and have a great alcohol selection. The food is great -- standard bar/American restaurant fare. Good appetizers and salads. The portions are plentiful and the service is excellent -- food arrives quickly! The wait staff is friendly and always helpful. They have great specials every day. I highly recommend Smee's Place as a place to relax and enjoy a drink & meal.
(4)
Michayla S.
The service here is SLOW. He food, while very good, is nowhere near good enough to justify not even receiving an appetizer for more than forty minutes after ordering in a nearly empty restaurant. It looked like the waitress was working the restaurant by herself and was just overworked. They really need to add more help, because there were multiple screw ups on both our order and bill. Despite my sympathy for the lone waitress, I will not be coming back due to the lengthy and disorganized service. No one was rude, but it was still probably the worst service I've ever experienced due to the lack of other servers (and/or lack of cooks). If you do decide to risk this place, get he fried zucchini. You might not see it for a long time, but it is good.
(2)
Reed N.
Smee's tries to do a lot with an extensive menu and lots of drinks available. But it pulls it off well. The food we had, nachos and quesadillas were quite tasty and the service was great sitting at the bar with my colleague. I you watch carefully, the owner is a friendly guy cruising the room on most nights for a while. He knows a lot of his clients, which really says a lot about him and the place itself.
(4)
Julie D.
A good ole neighborhood restaurant. A place that if you went often enough I truly think "everyone would know your name." And ladies you MUST use the restroom there!! The beautiful glorious large photo of Brad Pitt from his Legend of the Falls days makes you want to stay seated longer than necessary!! I'm not kidding! Ok, the food. Being a beach girl who grew up on the FL Gulf, I cringe when I see Grouper on a menu in the Midwest. It's a warm water fish so where it's coming from? Well, they offer Grouper as Starter, Sandwich and Main Dish. I cringed so much I almost convulsed. In my stupor I asked our server about how long do they keep the fish, how they store it, etc. To my surprise she gave me a detailed answer! The Grouper is flown in frozen every other day and they sell through it so much that have no need to store it. Meaning it's not kept in a bucket of water. Fear not, I asked. I still didn't have the guts to order it but I plan to be brave the next time I'm there. Then again, the fish is not coming from 'the docks' so I make no promises. I had the pulled pork sandwich which was just average. Nothing Special. My friend had the pork tenderloin sandwich which was great! All white meat, delectable sauce but not overbearing and the bread perfectly toasted. I highly recommend it. The place could use some updating with the decor, replace a few stained ceiling tiles and few other minor changes. It has the feel of a place old people would like but it's menu is not just for the old and bland. Just pick the right dish and cross your fingers on the Grouper.
(3)
Amy J.
Okay, I love this place! It's just a bar and grill type place, but it's a very neighborhood type of place. My friend and I both got the spinach melt, and yum! It was really good. Our waitress was super friendly, and everyone was really happy with their food and the service. It's totally the type of place you could drive by and walk by a million times and never notice, but you should. It's a really great restaurant for a casual meal. Loved Smees!
(4)
Dawn T.
Half price glasses of wine! Whoo hoo! Oh, and they pour a good glass of wine, they aren't at all stingey with it. I would more accurately rate Smee's a 3.5, but I rounded up because it was probably closer to the 4. I would rate the food more of a 4, and the service closer to a 3. The server was very friendly and knowlegeable, but the kitchen was very slow. Yes, it was a busy Saturday evening, and we were not at all in a hurry so I wasn't bothered by it. I ordered the steak sandwich in the original style as recommended by the server. It was very hot when it arrived which is always a plus in my book. I was slightly perplexed as to why they asked how I would like it cooked because I said medium rare and it was cooked well done. However, the steak is pretty thin, so it may be difficult to cook it less than well done. It still tasted just fine though, and was in fact quite delicious. I would suggest they just serve how they prepare it and don't bother asking the question. I had a side of garlic red potatoes which were also very good. My husband and our friend both had onion rings which looked REALLY good. They said they tasted really good. Sadly, I don't know exactly how really good they are as I did not get to try them. This also leads me to believe they must be pretty darn good because my husband almost always asks me if I'd like a bite and he kept them all to himself. Smee's seems like a really nice neighborhood bar/restaurant with a good menu and nice service. I'm sure we'll try it again.
(4)
Mike F.
This is a great place for a burger--nothing fancy or spectacular. One thing is for sure--you'll never have a bad meal.
(3)
Leslie L.
My husband and I just had an awful dinner at Smee's. It started with flat coke, progressed to loaded fries that I'd bet $50 had been microwaved, went on to a Caesar salad that had the most watered down dressing I've ever tasted, and culminated in a bill for a full-priced craft beer despite it being a "$3 off craft beer Friday." When we asked the waitress about the beer she explained that we needed to be charged the full $6 for the Sun King (that incidentally is local and retails around $2.75) because it was a bigger can than the rest of the craft beers, and "Oops! I guess I should have mentioned that went you ordered it. Sorry!" The evening ended with me apologizing profusely to my husband for insisting we drive north to try this place. If you are reading this, trust me... I have no agenda other than to tell you that I am an avid supporter of local restaurants, but to advise you choose another spot.
(1)
Cindy J.
thought this was a half way decent place til the bugs started crawling across the table - no excuse!!!!!!!!
(2)
Otto F.
A great local place to eat and have a drink (or just have drinks!) without having to enjoy everyone's second hand smoke. Great service, excellent atmosphere, and always good food.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Clare L.
Smee's is just always good. The people are friendly, there's a variety on the menu... truly something for everyone. Their appetizers are some of the biggest hits in my opinion. You can't go wrong with the spinach artichoke dip, buffalo dip or the chicken fingers. The Big Smee House Salad is one of my favorite salads in Indy and they always have delicious homemade soups of the day. And, you can't beat the fact that the owner, Tim, is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. Highly, highly recommend Smee's.
(5)Michael Y.
Not completely elated with the service we received this evening. Employees are standing around talking about personal problems. I waited 10 minutes for a bud light. I want to sit and enjoy a beer and not hear about all the personal problems. Let me give you all some choice quotes that destroyed my relaxation bar session: "I got no sleep yet. I haven't taken my adderal yet" "Oh Fuck, I better get out there. My boyfriend blah blah"
(2)Kevin W.
At someone's recommendation for Fish Friday I visited here. Very friendly. Very good. Average price....but again did I mention how friendly everyone is?
(5)Jessica W.
We always find a new place to get tenderloin sandwiches when we visit indiana, this one will be on the repeat list though!!! Great crunchy breading, good ratio of toppings and the brioche bun is a great choice. Get yourself a side of mac and cheese and onion rings and you can worry about working off the calories later. Enjoy the meal, it amazing. Atmosphere is calm, plenty of space in the booths for kids, waitress was attentive to the kids and our time.
(5)Connie B.
Smee's is our place!! We come here very often for lunch and dinner. It's casual, friendly and the food is good. Never had a problem. I recommend the Mary Lou! The only reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because they have removed the Buffalo Chicken dip. We had recently tried this and loved it! We went back the next week and it was taken off the menu. We instead had the salmon dip and that was delicious but would really appreciate it if you brought the Buffalo Chicken dip back!!
(4)Peter P.
This place was a pleasant surprise. I went in thinking that this was just going to be a typical neighborhood dive bar with typical pub grub. However, their menu told another story. There were many unique items (buffalo chicken dip, anyone?) and what I ordered (the steak sandwich which is their signature item) was very good. There's always some kind of beer special and do carry some local labels and regional labels on draft. The service was extremely fast, friendly, and apologetic (for no reason). Our waiter was very good, yet he kept apologizing for the wait (the wait time was short, in my opinion). Note: It's primarily a bar, but I think it's family-friendly (sit on the other side of the rails separating the bar area from the main dining room.
(4)Aaron K.
It's like drinking in my friends grandmas basement. "All the best" -Siraj, in the southern style.
(1)Mark M.
I am from Greater Cincinnati, Ohio. This place has great food and reasonable prices with prices under $11.00. In fact, they went out of their way to make a Chicago style hot dog for me. When I am in Indianapolis once per month, I make it a point to stop at Smee's Place. In addition, their hot dogs are all beef. In Cincinnati, we are wild about chili and they make a very good chili dog or in Cincinnati, we call it a "Coney."
(4)Cora A.
Had dinner here last night: service is always great at the bar and the portions are generous too.
(5)Ryan K.
Was out driving around today and stopped in at Smee's to grab a little lunch. Busy lunch crowd but not loud which was nice, and after I ate I know now why it was busy.. Food was great and the server was super nice and friendly. I will be back for more of your great food. Nice find!!!
(5)D h.
Smee's is a decent place that's near the 86th and ditch intersection. There are a couple other bars in the area, but smee's stands out for having better food, better lighting, and a fun, though sometimes elderly, crowd. You enter into the dining area and have to pass several lower eating tables & booths to get to the bar. The bar is U-shaped with a good amount of stools. A few high top tables in the bar area. Wooden bar top with rounded rail. Not much of a bar back to speak of though. Great service.
(4)Taylor J.
Let me first start by saying that I solely created a Yelp account to review this dumpster. This place deserves nothing more than zero stars. My sister and I were hesitantly greeted by the host. It was very obvious that we didnt fit the demographic of the restaurant patrons. Next it took nearly 15 minutes for our server to greet us and demand our order. There were 2 servers on the floor but plenty of managerial staff to assist with refilling drinks and running food. However that was not happening. It really felt as if my sister and I were getting looked over because we were not of the average age. After 40 minutes of waiting for our appetizer we decided we had enough and parted ways. Do not go here. The staff is extremely rude and they clearly discriminate.
(1)Molly C.
Smee's is always a pleasure! Great food, great service!! A good local feel! There is a variety of choices on the menu and I love that they have fresh fruit! It's my go to place for a quick meal that's not fast food!
(5)Kristy K.
Smee's is one of those places that you can always count on for a good meal at a good price. It's a neighborhood gem that promotes: 'Friends don't let friends eat at chains.' I appreciate this, because we try to spend our dollars at local establishments. Smee's has a tavern vibe, it's pretty dark inside. The booths are comfortable and there are a few TVs near the bar. A few times there has been live music or a DJ spinning so smooth jazz. Hand's down they have the best rib eye steak sandwich in town. And carrot curls (deep friend carrot shavings). And they have started carrying some local brews, too. The one downer about Smee's is that sometimes the service can be a bit slow, but I found that to be more the case at lunch than at dinner. So if you're looking for a good meal, somewhere simple, Smee's is definitely a good stop!
(4)Sanchez H.
Yes its good bar food. Yes the service is attentive but it is slow, so expect to wait! Yes most diners are 50 and up. Yes it's dark inside with comfortable booths. They have daily specials both for drink & food. The Good: The Fried Zucchini app was a hit at our table--thanks fellow Yelpers. Spinach Melt, Breaded tenderloin and carrot curls were all a big hit at our table and we would order those items again. The NOT so Good: Cuban was the least favorite- a bit flat and would not be ordered again. The Mac-n-cheese as a side for $3.25 was a bit spendy for the 3 spoonful size serving and it wasn't that great either. Smee's is worthy of return visits if you're in the mood for traditional American Grub. The prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are adequate (probably what they "should be" for the proper American diet)
(3)E. M.
We reviewed this bar recently! We have visited them again on Friday night. This time for a nightcap. All the barstools were taken and there were a couple bar boot he's next to bar so we sat down. We were not greeted or offered any help till we sat but then immediately a waiter came and asked if we could find another place to sit. The goal was to try to get the bar booths clear and locate us in the restaurant side. The table was define ly more valuable to smees empty! Why? Convenience, habit, eager to close one side? Awwww come on. We didn't even score a nightcap this visit.... We eat out every night n my date has been a long term customer ! This is getting ridiculous.
(1)Samantha P.
I went here with my mom since we had both been by it a bunch of times and never checked it out. We had seen positive reviews so we were hopeful! Overall, it was a decent experience. The place seems kinda old but that adds to the atmosphere. There seemed to be quite a few regulars there by the time we left. Our server was young but really nice and helpful! He recommended the steak sandwich and it was delicious! So were his other suggestion, the carrot curls or whatever they are called! The downsides? The chips that come with the yummy spinach and artichoke dip tasted a bit like pickles...not sure why. Some people might like this, but I disliked them quite a bit. Also, my mom got a thai wrap and while it looked nice the chicken was super dry. She decided not to complain, however, since she had eaten quite a bit of it. Next time, she'll probably just get the steak sandwich!
(4)Jillian C.
Nice place to eat outside when it is sunny and warm. We tried the spinach artichoke dip and couldn't get enough of it. I had the BBQ chicken salad and it was delicious if a bit ordinary. My boyfriend had the salmon and liked it. All in all a solid place to eat but not overly exciting.
(3)Greg F.
Can't decide where to go? Just want some good tavern grub and a beer? Smee's is a default place to go. Took my parents there last night. Place is cheery, fun and had good AC. Even better they have SunKing and Smithwick's on tap. All of the food had nice presentation. I had the panko grouper fingers which is listed as app but is really a meal includes fries and a really delish cole slaw. I could have had a lot more of that slaw. The grouper was moist, tender and fresh tasting. My wife's sandwich came on an excellent sourdough roll. Everyone's fries were perfect. The tenderloin sandwich ordered met the Indiana certification of approval for Hoosier Tenderloins. Service was prompt and had no problems when we changed our orders a couple times. Smee's offers a good dinning experience.
(5)Yale R.
Everyone inside is old, but the grub is fresh.
(4)Lord B.
Had the Cuban Sandwich for lunch one day; Awesome! Will definitly be back! Service was good. Staff wasn't rude but wasn't real talkative either.
(5)Kyle S.
One of the best and most authentic places in Indy. The serving crew is spectacular and so nice. They make you feel at home. The food is always wonderful and I'm so glad I found such a warm place! If you haven't been here give it a shot. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Leslie K.
I really wanted to like this place. It is right around the corner from our house, so my hubs and I were hoping that it could be our local hangout. No Bueno. The hostess was really nice. She smiled, was friendly, and showed us to our table. The crowd here ranged from older people to little kids. The TV's around us were all tuned to Fox News. That was strike one. You think they could turn it to something political neutral like CNN. Reading yelp, everyone seemed to think the steak sandwiches were great. So that is what my husband and I ordered. Ours were full of gristle, they were flavorless, as was the aus ju that was served with it. I just wasn't all that impressed.
(2)Marcie M.
I may do an update eventually b/c my first few time at Smee's was REALLY good but last night was just OK. I really love the Spinach Artichoke dip ...and they do not skimp on the chips like other places. It is great to share as a starter. I really love it! I got the Caesar's salad with blackened salmon. It was not anything special and I was kind of disappointed in the dressing. I probably wouldn't recommend it. My hubby got the jerk chicken sandwich (it's jerk seasoning, not sauce) with their spicy fries (ummm....YUM...the fries are fantastic to dip in ranch - I scavenged his last few!) and though I wouldn't recommend my meal, I WOULD recommend Smee's in general. It's a great little hole in the wall on the NW side of Indy at 86th and Ditch. Easy to find location but one that you may walk by 12 times and never see. I only know about it b/c A) I live super close and B) my friend is a bartender here. Speaking of drinks, the bartenders are GREAT. They make some kick ass mean drinks. :) And, the bar area of the restaurant is fantastic. It is also non-smoking, which is REALLY nice. The servers are great, attentive, polite and fast. All things I appreciate in servers/bartenders. :) I don't like waiting for drinks or appetizers and they are great about getting these things out quickly. I will definitely continue to go to Smee's Place. It is a chill, relaxing, comfortable environment - good for catching a game (but don't expect BIG screens). It is WONDERFUL and next time, I'll get my regular breaded tenderloin with those fabulous fries (yes, unhealthy, I know!! but...soooo good) instead of the Caesar. :)
(3)Raina R.
Smee's Place is a great bar and restaurant hidden behind the chaos of 86th Street. It's great for a quick bite to eat, a long meal hanging out with friends, or a drink at the bar! The bartenders are great, they make excellent drinks and have a great alcohol selection. The food is great -- standard bar/American restaurant fare. Good appetizers and salads. The portions are plentiful and the service is excellent -- food arrives quickly! The wait staff is friendly and always helpful. They have great specials every day. I highly recommend Smee's Place as a place to relax and enjoy a drink & meal.
(4)Michayla S.
The service here is SLOW. He food, while very good, is nowhere near good enough to justify not even receiving an appetizer for more than forty minutes after ordering in a nearly empty restaurant. It looked like the waitress was working the restaurant by herself and was just overworked. They really need to add more help, because there were multiple screw ups on both our order and bill. Despite my sympathy for the lone waitress, I will not be coming back due to the lengthy and disorganized service. No one was rude, but it was still probably the worst service I've ever experienced due to the lack of other servers (and/or lack of cooks). If you do decide to risk this place, get he fried zucchini. You might not see it for a long time, but it is good.
(2)Reed N.
Smee's tries to do a lot with an extensive menu and lots of drinks available. But it pulls it off well. The food we had, nachos and quesadillas were quite tasty and the service was great sitting at the bar with my colleague. I you watch carefully, the owner is a friendly guy cruising the room on most nights for a while. He knows a lot of his clients, which really says a lot about him and the place itself.
(4)Julie D.
A good ole neighborhood restaurant. A place that if you went often enough I truly think "everyone would know your name." And ladies you MUST use the restroom there!! The beautiful glorious large photo of Brad Pitt from his Legend of the Falls days makes you want to stay seated longer than necessary!! I'm not kidding! Ok, the food. Being a beach girl who grew up on the FL Gulf, I cringe when I see Grouper on a menu in the Midwest. It's a warm water fish so where it's coming from? Well, they offer Grouper as Starter, Sandwich and Main Dish. I cringed so much I almost convulsed. In my stupor I asked our server about how long do they keep the fish, how they store it, etc. To my surprise she gave me a detailed answer! The Grouper is flown in frozen every other day and they sell through it so much that have no need to store it. Meaning it's not kept in a bucket of water. Fear not, I asked. I still didn't have the guts to order it but I plan to be brave the next time I'm there. Then again, the fish is not coming from 'the docks' so I make no promises. I had the pulled pork sandwich which was just average. Nothing Special. My friend had the pork tenderloin sandwich which was great! All white meat, delectable sauce but not overbearing and the bread perfectly toasted. I highly recommend it. The place could use some updating with the decor, replace a few stained ceiling tiles and few other minor changes. It has the feel of a place old people would like but it's menu is not just for the old and bland. Just pick the right dish and cross your fingers on the Grouper.
(3)Amy J.
Okay, I love this place! It's just a bar and grill type place, but it's a very neighborhood type of place. My friend and I both got the spinach melt, and yum! It was really good. Our waitress was super friendly, and everyone was really happy with their food and the service. It's totally the type of place you could drive by and walk by a million times and never notice, but you should. It's a really great restaurant for a casual meal. Loved Smees!
(4)Dawn T.
Half price glasses of wine! Whoo hoo! Oh, and they pour a good glass of wine, they aren't at all stingey with it. I would more accurately rate Smee's a 3.5, but I rounded up because it was probably closer to the 4. I would rate the food more of a 4, and the service closer to a 3. The server was very friendly and knowlegeable, but the kitchen was very slow. Yes, it was a busy Saturday evening, and we were not at all in a hurry so I wasn't bothered by it. I ordered the steak sandwich in the original style as recommended by the server. It was very hot when it arrived which is always a plus in my book. I was slightly perplexed as to why they asked how I would like it cooked because I said medium rare and it was cooked well done. However, the steak is pretty thin, so it may be difficult to cook it less than well done. It still tasted just fine though, and was in fact quite delicious. I would suggest they just serve how they prepare it and don't bother asking the question. I had a side of garlic red potatoes which were also very good. My husband and our friend both had onion rings which looked REALLY good. They said they tasted really good. Sadly, I don't know exactly how really good they are as I did not get to try them. This also leads me to believe they must be pretty darn good because my husband almost always asks me if I'd like a bite and he kept them all to himself. Smee's seems like a really nice neighborhood bar/restaurant with a good menu and nice service. I'm sure we'll try it again.
(4)Mike F.
This is a great place for a burger--nothing fancy or spectacular. One thing is for sure--you'll never have a bad meal.
(3)Leslie L.
My husband and I just had an awful dinner at Smee's. It started with flat coke, progressed to loaded fries that I'd bet $50 had been microwaved, went on to a Caesar salad that had the most watered down dressing I've ever tasted, and culminated in a bill for a full-priced craft beer despite it being a "$3 off craft beer Friday." When we asked the waitress about the beer she explained that we needed to be charged the full $6 for the Sun King (that incidentally is local and retails around $2.75) because it was a bigger can than the rest of the craft beers, and "Oops! I guess I should have mentioned that went you ordered it. Sorry!" The evening ended with me apologizing profusely to my husband for insisting we drive north to try this place. If you are reading this, trust me... I have no agenda other than to tell you that I am an avid supporter of local restaurants, but to advise you choose another spot.
(1)Cindy J.
thought this was a half way decent place til the bugs started crawling across the table - no excuse!!!!!!!!
(2)Otto F.
A great local place to eat and have a drink (or just have drinks!) without having to enjoy everyone's second hand smoke. Great service, excellent atmosphere, and always good food.
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