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Smith's Public House, Cohoes, NY

Smith's Public House

4.5
4.5
19 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Step into the rich history and vibrant present of Smith's Public House, the premier pub in Cohoes, New York. Dating back to 1873, our historic building has been lovingly restored to create a welcoming space where community and tradition converge. Indulge in our specialty classic cocktails, locally brewed beer, and upscale pub fare that's sure to please even the most discerning palate. As we honor the legacy of the legendary Michael T. Smith, also known as "Big Mike," we invite you to savor the fusion of past and present within our walls. Join us in celebrating the unique history of Smith's while experiencing the modern, inviting atmosphere we've crafted for all to enjoy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (518) 203-6911
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 19 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Good for groups

  • Upstate New York

    Neighborhood gem

  • Capital District

    Good for groups

  • Capital District

    Neighborhood gem

  • Capital District

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smith's Public House offers a charming "old skool ambiance" with a cozy fireplace, reminiscent of an English pub. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" food and "excellent" service, though some find the pace a bit slow during peak times. Highlights include their "delicious" espresso martinis and creative pizza selections.

19 Reviews
  1. kelly

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visiting Smith’s. The food, ambiance, and staff were phenomenal. Will definitely be back.

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  2. Michele

    New York State

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious food & the best espresso martini! Love the fireplace & the overall “old skool” ambiance.

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  3. Geoff

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very historic building! food was very good for a reasonable price. Service was excellent.

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  4. Lisa

    VIP

    New York City

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere! We were seated at a small table with velvety chairs in the big room with the fireplace. Very cozy. Our waiter was attentive. Love that they serve Josh red wine. We both ordered the NY strip steak. It was ok. Mediocre at best. Ordered the baked cookie with vanilla ice cream. Delicious.

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  5. Sherry

    New York City

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Cozy restaurant in Cohoes downtown area. Parking was good. Seating was quick. Service and food delivery was very, very slow. Place was decorated for Christmas, so the atmosphere was cozy and festive. Very old inside. Dark paneling and fireplace, but poor lighting, although there were overhead lights and chandeliers. We were surprised to be charged for a refill on coffee, despite purchasing drinks, 5 meals plus dessert. That left a bad feeling. Overall the experience was ok. Would choose another place next time.

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  6. Mark

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    New Years Eve is not the best time to gauge the good and the bad of any venue, we were seated promptly, slight wait. To be waited on. Cheerful ,friendly overworked server did. her best in serving, which was fine. Food quality and temperature were good, considering the crowd. Noise level was high as expected for the holidays. All in all, a good experience and will return to try again without the holiday .

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  7. John

    New York City

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smith’s is a very good place to go for a bite to eat if you’re not looking aren’t looking for a quiet atmosphere. The atmosphere, especially in the lounge area with a fireplace and couches, is very much like an English pub. The menu is generally upscale pub food, with a nice variety of appetizers, soup/salad, sandwiches, interesting pizzas, and entrees. This time I chose the pizza with arugula and prosciutto, a very tasty combination. Others chose the hot honey chicken pizza, a marghereta pizza, a smashburger, and a soup/salad. They have a good selection of beers and cocktails too. The service was excellent, not only competent, but personable as well. Although we all enjoyed our food, the pizza crusts were a little too charred. Otherwise the rating would be 5 stars.

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  8. Anne Marie

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch before a show at Cohoes Music Hall. Biggest mozzarella sticks I have ever seen and they were delicious!! Espresso Martini was delicious too!

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  9. Tricia

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had reservations before a show. Even though the bar and tables were full, our service was quick- food & drinks were excellent as always. Thanks so much!

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  10. Jill

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a group of 10 for dinner. Service was great. Everyone enjoyed their food. Would highly recommend! A few in our group had never been to Smith’s before and said they are definitely going back!

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Smith's Public House is rated 4.5 stars by 19 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Smith's Public House

171 Remsen St, Cohoes, NY 12047-3021

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cohoes
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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