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Smith's Public House, Cohoes, NY

Smith's Public House

4.5
4.5
37 Reviews
$30 and under
American
171 Remsen St, Cohoes, NY 12047-3021

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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What 37 people are saying

Smith's Public House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Neighborhood gem

  • Capital District

    Neighborhood gem

  • Capital District

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smith's Public House offers a "cozy atmosphere" with a historic charm, featuring a roaring fireplace and "delicious food and drinks." Patrons praise the "top-notch pub food" and the "fantastic atmosphere." Service is generally fast and friendly, though experiences may vary. Ideal for lunch or dinner before a nearby show.
37 Reviews
  1. Robert

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice neighborhood bar- restaurant, Parking across the street. Building has a lot of ambience. Nice crowd , not too noisy. A long bar and a separate dining area. Prices were reasonable. Service was good. Food was delivered promptly and hot. I would call it comfort food , but well prepared.

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  2. Susan

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Smith’s Public House was very good. It was our first time there, and we will return. The spinach & artichoke dip was excellent - a slightly different preparation than you might be used to. Fish and chips and the Tuscan chicken were very good. Next time, we thought we’d try their pizza and burgers.

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  3. Keri

    Vermont2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sara and Tomas were very attentive. Our food was very tasty. Would recommend to others 😄

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  4. Michele

    New York State7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food, always love the atmosphere. Introduced another friend who’d never been & she, too, loved!

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  5. john

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drink is always top notch. Its our go to place for dinner and a fun night out.

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  6. Chris

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good as usual. Service was mixed. - No bread and butter brought to table pre-meal. - Ordered a side salad and entree arrived first. Had to get waiter to remove salad from bill. - Entree service was fast... had our entrees 5 minutes after ordering and restaurant was busy.

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  7. Theresa

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time. Three of us. We had sandwiches and a burger. Food was good. Ordered an appetizer that never came. We just told the server to take it off the bill but she put the order in and gave us the appetizer at no charge to take home. Was totally not necessary but she insisted because it was on her that she didn’t put the order in. She was very busy, there was a show at the cohoes music hall down the street. Although busy, she was very attentive. Will definitely go back next time we are in the area. We sat at the bar area to watch the Masters but their back room looked very nice. Beautiful fireplace and lots of seating.

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  8. Denise VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious but waiter was not friendly at all

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  9. Betsy

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was delightful- everyone loved the place, the food and the exceptional service.

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  10. Neil

    New York City26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great stop for lunch before a show or for dinner after. Great food, selection, and service!

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Smith's Public House is rated 4.5 stars by 37 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Upstate New York
  4. Capital District
  5. Cohoes

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 7 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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