Smith and Daughters
Collingwood, StCollingwood
Restaurant in StCollingwood, Australia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A strong dinner choice in Collingwood if the group wants a planned, plant-forward restaurant with external recognition. Smith & Deli is the better second stop for casual lunch or takeaway, while Ladro and Huxtaburger Collingwood suit lower-commitment meals.
About Smith and Daughters
Consider Smith and Daughters if the priority is a planned dinner in StCollingwood, not an all-day option. The opening pattern is evening-focused: Tuesday and Wednesday 5:30–10 PM, Thursday to Saturday 5:30–11 PM, closed Monday and Sunday.
The useful context for first-timers is that StCollingwood rewards choosing by occasion. If the night needs a dinner plan, Smith and Daughters is the venue to check. If the group is still comparing other options, Smith & Deli, Huxtaburger Collingwood, Akasiro, Ladro and IDES are natural names to weigh against it depending on the kind of night you want.
Plan the first visit as dinner, then compare other options carefully
The smart planning strategy is simple: treat Smith and Daughters as an evening choice. The hours do not support a lunch plan, so build the visit around dinner service and check current availability before going.
Trust signal here is meaningful: We're Smart World 2025 lists the restaurant with 2 Radishes. That does not automatically make it the right choice for every dinner, but it is a clear external recognition point to factor into a StCollingwood shortlist.
Where it fits in a StCollingwood shortlist
For a first visit, choose Smith and Daughters when the brief is a planned dinner in StCollingwood. If the group is still deciding, compare it with Ladro, Akasiro, Huxtaburger Collingwood, Smith & Deli and IDES without assuming they serve the same purpose.
The decision is about matching the venue to the night. Two people can treat it as a focused dinner. A small group should choose it when everyone is comfortable with an evening plan and a smart casual dress code.
Planning details
- Location
- RED BRICK BUILDING, 107 Cambridge St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- smithanddaughters.com
- Phone
- +61 3 9123 1712
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Smith and Daughters sits confidently on Cambridge Street as part of Collingwood’s seriously experimental vegetable scene. The kitchen treats plants as the primary subject, drawing technique and structure from Mexican and Spanish traditions rather than relying on fleeting trends. Housed in a red brick building on a dense dining strip, the restaurant reads as durable and focused: ingredient-led cooking, careful pickles and slow-cooked legumes anchor the menu. The overall tone is assured and quietly charming, appealing to diners who want thoughtful, technique-driven plant-based fare in a neighbourhood setting that values lasting culinary ambition.
Best For
This is a place for diners who want a considered, ingredient-led evening out. The writing frames Smith and Daughters as part of a stable local dining scene, making it well suited to date nights and special occasions where the food is the focus. Its location on a busy Collingwood strip also makes it an easy choice for small groups exploring the neighbourhood’s restaurants. The cooking’s reliance on seasonal produce and traditional techniques rewards attentive dining rather than fast, casual visits.
Ordering Tips
Order with attention to seasonality and the kitchen’s Mexican and Spanish reference points. Look for preparations that showcase produce at peak ripeness — for example, the ceviche-style dishes built around young coconut and green tomatoes — and dishes that use tomatillo vinaigrette, pickled jalapeño or slow-cooked beans for depth. Save room for the restaurant’s signature desserts like tiramisu and chocolate tart, and try the mushroom steak to experience how the kitchen elevates plant-based proteins with classic technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Trendy, hip warehouse-style space with cool, high-energy atmosphere, good lighting, and stylish decor praised for its vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- tiramisu
- mushroom_steak
- chocolate_tart
Planning details
Location
RED BRICK BUILDING, 107 Cambridge St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Go to Smith & Deli if the plan is lunch, takeaway or a casual second visit built around deli-style food. Choose Ladro if the group needs an easier, more familiar meal.
Restaurant context
How Smith and Daughters compares in Collingwood
Pick Smith and Daughters when the night calls for a seated dinner with more intent behind it. Smith & Deli is better for grab-and-go lunch, soups, salads, sandwiches and deli-style eating, so it works as the daytime alternative rather than a direct dinner substitute.
Huxtaburger Collingwood is the easier, lower-commitment choice for casual groups. Ladro is safer when the table wants a familiar pizza-led meal. Choose Smith and Daughters when the group is more open to a distinctive restaurant brief.
IDES is the better cross-shop for a more occasion-led dinner, while Akasiro fits when the group wants a different dining style altogether. With booking difficulty listed as easy, Smith and Daughters is less stressful to plan than the room's recognition might suggest.
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Compare Smith and Daughters
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith and Daughters | StCollingwood | ; | We're Smart World Top Restaurants 2025 |
| Smith & Deli | Melbourne | Plant-based deli; grab-and-go lunch, soups, salads, sandwiches, tapas | No published awards |
| Akasiro | Collingwood | No published awards | ; |
| IDES | Melbourne | No published awards | ; |
| Huxtaburger Collingwood | Collingwood | No published awards | ; |
| Ladro | Melbourne | No published awards | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Smith and Daughters?
The dress code is smart casual. That should suit a Tuesday-to-Saturday dinner plan.
Is Smith and Daughters good for solo dining?
It can be a straightforward solo dinner choice if you want an evening plan in StCollingwood. Service runs Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30 PM.
What are alternatives to Smith and Daughters in StCollingwood?
Names to compare include Smith & Deli, IDES, Ladro, Akasiro and Huxtaburger Collingwood. Use them as comparison points based on the kind of night you want, then confirm current details directly.
Is lunch or dinner better at Smith and Daughters?
Dinner is the better fit. Smith and Daughters opens in the evening Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 PM.
Is Smith and Daughters good for a special occasion?
It may suit a planned dinner occasion in StCollingwood, especially if the group is comfortable with a smart casual setting. We're Smart World 2025 lists Smith and Daughters with 2 Radishes, which is a useful recognition point.
