Smith's Public House Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Smith's Public House, a charming addition to Cohoes that beautifully blends history and culinary innovation. Located at 171 Remsen St, this New American restaurant specializes in mouthwatering pizzas and decadent desserts, nestled in an ambiance steeped in nostalgia.
Smith's menu includes a delightful variety of soups and salads, from the refreshing Kale Salad to the comforting French Onion Soup. The sandwiches are standout selections, such as the savory Short Rib Melt and the rich Grilled Cheese Bisque. Burgers like the Short Rib Stack elevate classic flavors with gourmet flair.
Customers rave about the cozy atmosphere and attentive service, making it an ideal spot for intimate dinners or lively gatherings. As you step inside, you’ll find unique decor and a welcoming vibe, ensuring that every meal at Smith's is not just dining, but an experience. Don’t miss out on this Cohoes gem!
Burgers
The Trolley
8 oz angus burger, thick cut peppered bacon, crispy onion straws, cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce.
Blue Bell
8 oz angus burger, bacon, gorgonzola, caramelized onions, balsamic glaze.
Public House Burger
8 oz angus burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Add cheese for an additional charge.
Mr. Smith
Two four ounce smash pattys, sauteed onions, american cheese, house aioli.
Short Rib Stack
8 oz angus burger, short rib, caramelized onions, provolone.
Mushroom Swiss
8 oz angus burger, cremini mushrooms, swiss cheese, garlic aioli.
Vodka Cutlet Sandwich
Chicken cutlet thinly sliced, vodka sauce, mozzarella, red pepper flakes.
Grilled Cheese Bisque
White cheddar provolone grilled cheese, sourdough bread, tomato bisque. Add bacon and tomato for an additional charge.
Buffalo Chicken
Grilled or crispy chicken, medium sauce, lettuce, house pickles. Choice of bleu cheese or ranch.
Steak Sandwich
Sirloin steak, sauteed peppers onions, provolone, garlic and Demi aioli
Hot Chick
Fried chicken, hot crispy oil, coleslaw, pickles, house aioli.
Classic Chicken
Grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, garlic aioli.
Curtain Call Sandwich
Chicken cutlet, provolone, cherry pepper relish, dressed arugula, Calabrian chili aioli, ciabatta
Short Rib Melt
Braised short rib, caramelized onions, italian long hots, provolone, aj jus.
Sandwiches
Soups Salads
French Onion Soup
Roasted Tomato Bisque
Seasonal Salad
Arugula, red onion, goat cheese, seasonal fruit, candied walnuts, dry cranberries, maple apple vinaigrette, garlic toasted croutons,.
Kale Salad
Kale, parmesan cheese, apples, croutons, lemon parmesan vinaigrette, croutons.
House Salad
Mixed greens, peppers, onions, cucumber, tomato, croutons.
Caesar Salad
Romaine, grated parmesan, garlic toasted breadcrumbs, croutons.
Short Rib Sliders
Short rib, pickled onions, coleslaw, cherry peppers, house aioli.
Pierogi
Stuffed with cheese and potato, chive crema.
Crispy Brussels
Crispy brussels sprouts, hot honey, pancetta, honey sriracha chili aioli.
Chicken Wings
10 wings, choice of medium, hot, sweet chili, lemon pepper sauce, BBQ, hot crispy oil, hot honey, garlic parmesan, honey mustard.
Boneless Wings
10 wings, choice of medium, hot, sweet chili, lemon pepper sauce, BBQ, hot crispy oil, hot honey, garlic parmesan, honey mustard.
Mozzarella Arancini
Pesto, vodka sauce , marinara, grated parmesan.
Fried Mozzarella
Housemade mozzarella logschoice of marinara or melba sauce.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach, artichoke, mozzarella cheese, peppers, toasted crostini.
Appetizers
Entrees
Smoked Pork Chop
Smoked pork chop, sauteed greens , sweet potato mash, cornbread crumble .
Encrusted Haddock
Lemon breadcrumb, asparagus, risotto.
Fish Chips
Beer battered haddock, French fries, choice of cocktail or tartar sauce.
Spicy Rigatoni
Rigatoni, calabrian chili peppers, tomato cream sauce, parmesan.
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Seared chicken, sundried tomato, arugula, parmesan, lemon cream sauce, housemade fettuccine.
Chicken Parmesan
Hand breaded chicken parmesan. Choice of marinara or vodka sauce, side of fettuccine.
NY Strip
16oz seared NY strip, whipped potatoes, asparagus, red wine reduction.
Wild Boar Ragu
Wild boar ragu, rigatoni, fresh parm
Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Bourbon glazed, whipped sweet potatoes, crispy brussels sprouts.
Spindle City Cutlet
Chicken cutlet, whipped potatoes, dressed arugula, pan sauce.
Cheese
Margherita
Fresh mozzarella, san marzano tomato, fresh basil.
Vodka Cutlet Pizza
Vodka sauce, chicken cutlet, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil.
Stuffed Mushroom
Garlic oil, mozzarella, mushroom, goat cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs.
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Medium sauce, crispy chicken, ranch drizzle, scallions.
Hot Honey Pepperoni
House sauce, pepperoni, ricotta cheese, hot honey drizzle.