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Such a cute spot with excellent drinks! My husband and I stopped by right as they opened and we're welcomed in. The ambiance of Sweet Talk is fun, energetic and lively. The music was loud enough to provide ambiance but not be too much. The lighting makes the spot super cute for a fun night out or date night. My husband and I agree that this place smelled amazing. We ordered a couple of tacos - all were amazing, though a little messy to eat. For our entrees we ordered the pork plate and kalbi plate with lomi lomi. UGH. Just thinking about it makes me hungry. All excellent. Drinks are spot on too. We'll be back with friends for sure!
Visited Sweet Talk because I was seeing a show at the Bell House. It's a cute Hawaiian restaurant with friendly servers. We sat outside (weather was warmer at this time!) and ordered drinks and apps. I had higher hopes for the wings, I remember thinking they were just fine. The poke chips were good--big pieces of tuna! I just wish there were even more. Cocktails were tasty but a little pricy. The kalbi ribs with rice and Mac salad was okay. If I were to return I would probably make different choices. I had a favorite Hawaiian spot in Queens that has since closed, but I don't necessarily think Sweet Talk is moving up the ranks and taking its spot.
wonderful dinner at Sweet Talk in Brooklyn,, a Hawaiian place where we had toro nachos, beef, tuna and chicken tacos (which I named "the land sea and air special) and strong strong drinks. Very cute interior with a big covered patio on the side.
I favored the appetizers and drinks more than the mains at @sweettalkbk , and my favorites from the night were the garlic aioli elotes and the tater tots! This was my first time trying elotes, and shout out to @casserolebites for coming up with the idea of scooping them with the taro chips - what a great combo! These are yummy and easy to eat! Definitely loved the garlic aioli more than the avocado cream flavor. Tater tots were the first thing recommended to us and they were actually so good! Not your typical crispy ones, but very chewy and cheesy! The pandan mojito also left a strong impression. Interesting mix. Never had it before and I really liked it. The pandan flavor was subtle but comes out at the end of every sip. So good!
Solid spot if you're craving Hawaiian! I have to start by saying the food and drinks were really tasty and I enjoyed everything I ordered. I came with a group of 6 on a Sunday night and we ordered taro chips and tater tots as appetizers. For my entree I ordered the Kahlua pork platter and also tried some of my friend's kalbi platter. Both were very flavorful and I loved the side of Mac salad and the lomilomi was decent as well. Unfortunately, the 2 star docked is for the service. I know our server mentioned the orders were extremely backed up that night and I definitely appreciated that she was upfront about that. However, it still did take over an hour for any apps or drinks to come out. Also, the restaurant itself is on the smaller side so a party of 6 is actually quite difficult to accommodate. We had to take the outdoor seating after realizing there was no way to fit the party together indoors and I will say they do not have a sufficient amount of heat lamps for the outdoor seating to be comfortable. It was extremely cold and we felt every gust of wind and the slow service/lack of food only emphasized our discomfort more. That being said, I do still recommend this spot for its food and would consider coming back at a time when they're less busy.
My friend and I were eating our way down this excellent street in the Gowanus neighborhood the other night and we stopped in to Sweet Talk for some Hawaiian food. The first restaurant we hit was bright, Sweet Talk is more intimate. It's dimly lit and cozy, very pleasant. Our waitress was pleasant and helpful throughout our meal. We selected the Loco Moco and Poke Bowls. I had wanted to try the Loco Moco, since it seemed like a pretty authentic Hawaiian dish. Both entrees delivered in the flavor department. The poke bowl was pretty standard but all of the elements were nice and fresh. The Loco Moco was very enjoyable, the burger and egg combo was tasty and everything on the plate was well seasoned. Even the white rice delivered in the flavor department. We were in and out of Sweet Talk pretty quickly but our time there left a good impression.
I was here with a bunch of others a while back. At first, I was here prior to happy hour ending and I started with a cocktail (unsure why I cannot remember whether it was an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan outside of it being obnoxiously overly sweet to be either) which was not good. It might be cheap but it was cheap for a reason. Afterwards even though happy hour was still not over by the time we ordered, I decided to go with the Message In a Bottle Nọ3 which consisted of Mezcal, Campari, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, and Banane de Brazil for $16. This was a much more successful cocktail. Nice balance between the alcohol and not too sweet with some extra bitterness. It was also served in a bottle with a small pirate flag on it which was humorous. I started off my meal with the elotes which they list as bi color organic corn off the cob (so it should be esquites not elotes but it's not a Mexican place and the former while incorrect is much more recognizable so whatever.) All technical language aside, there were a few options and I went with the traditional which had garlic aioli, chili powder, and queso fresco and it was $6. I am used to both of these corn dishes being spicy and I was hoping that the chili powder would add some flavor but it was more creamy and cheesy so it was a little bit different. I liked the corn flavor and texture though I definitely would have preferred more heat but it was fine. Another person had the Portuguese soup which came out in a rather large portion and he liked it a lot and I believe someone had some tacos which they liked also. My main dish was the Haole bowl what consist of sushi rice, avocado, radish, edamame, kimchi, cucumber, quick pickle, and asparagus. The price changes based on fish and I went with tuna and it was $18 which is a bit expensive for a solo fish poke but it is a restaurant so it is easier to not mind. In terms of my sauce, I went with the garlic shoyu. The fish quality was high but the kimchi and asparagus didn't really go well with it and overall it was fine though perhaps some would find it a little bit bland. If the service wasn't so haphazard, I probably would have asked for some other sauce to be added. Other people had the Loco Moco which I tried a little bit of and I liked it. Another person got the katsu which came out a little bit later than the other dishes and it was piping hot and they loved it. I believe that for once I did not get the best dishes. Perhaps don't get the poke here and stick with the plates as you definitely get more for the money. It's hard for me to give a proper rating for this place. Also hard to rate as one cocktail was excellent and worth the full price and the other one was terrible and not even worth it for happy hour.
Nice little Caribbean place with cute Lu-out vibes. Enjoyed the Thani fruit as well as tuna tacos and nachos. Great service and can customize cocktails based on flavoring. Cute little place
The three of us surprised our waiter with how much we ordered. He thought we were just there for drinks and a light snack, but nope, we came hungry and ready to eat some tasty Hawaiian food. I enjoyed the kalua pork, which was really tender and flavorful. The creaminess of the macaroni salad and refreshing bites of lomi lomi added a nice contrast. The loco moco was comforting but milder than I expected, so I probably wouldn't order it again. The salmon poke bowl was comparatively lighter. The salmon was fresh and well marinated with that classic shoyu sauce, and the bowl had edamame, kimchi, avocado, cucumber, and other veggies that made it more substantial than the smaller traditional version on the menu. We had to tack on one of the desserts, and we all loved the malasada, which was a puffy, airy kind of doughnut. It paired so perfectly with the passion fruit sauce. I don't particularly care about Nutella, but I didn't mind it here. I'd also recommend the Saturn's Return cocktail. Clearly I can't turn down anything with passion fruit in it. It had a nice blend of sweetness and tartness to balance out the alcohol. I also got the kalbi plate to go and the meat was very tasty, with a nice bit of smokiness and sweetness from the marinade. A bit chewy but really good otherwise.
COVID report: vaccinations required. My boyfriend and I walked in on a Friday and got high top seating outside. We both love Hawaiian cuisine (which is hard to find in NYC, not counting the dozens of fast casual poke places) and this spot checks a lot of boxes. We tried: + Konaloa's wrath cocktail + Frozen painkiller + Taro chip nachos + Elote with avocado cream and furikake + Kalua pork plate + Malasada The standouts were the painkiller and the nachos. Everything was super tasty, though. My one note is that I wish the malasada was filled!
A friend introduced me to Sweet Talk and I'm glad she brought me here! I was skeptical about their small meals and treats but they were surprisingly all really good for such small dishes! Definitely try the homemade tatertots with cheese if you visit! The fries were ok - I felt like I could get these anywhere. The poke bowl tasted fresh and was refreshing. The pork plate my friend wasn't a huge fan of but I really liked it - the combination of all the rice and pork was savoury and seasoned. The macaroni dish included was really good - sweet/savoury.
Better than expected cocktails in a comfortable room The ambiance when you enter is a step back in time. The original (?) punched tin on the ceiling and walls is inviting. The cocktails exceeded our expectations. The Hawaiian based plated were delicious. The service was helpful and attentive. read more
I love Hawaiian food so I was happy to check this place out. It's super cozy inside. There are booths on the left side, a bar with stools, and a high top middle section. My friend got tacos: chicken, pork, tuna. He liked it a lot. Tuna was his favorite. I got the chicken katsu plate which was super good. There was a lot of chicken so I gave some to my friend. It came with rice, barbecue sauce, pico de gallo, and macaroni pasta. I would come back again! read more
We came here on a Monday and it was really vibey. There was live music. We ordered the taro nachos as starters and those were amazing. The taro chip was so crispy. It was amazing when mixed with the sauce. We also order the loco moco plate and kuala pork plate. The loco moco was a bit on the saltier side. The kuala pork was seasoned just right. Overall, a pretty good Hawaiian place in Brooklyn. read more
3 years ago
Such a cute spot with excellent drinks! My husband and I stopped by right as they opened and we're welcomed in. The ambiance of Sweet Talk is fun, energetic and lively. The music was loud enough to provide ambiance but not be too much. The lighting makes the spot super cute for a fun night out or date night. My husband and I agree that this place smelled amazing. We ordered a couple of tacos - all were amazing, though a little messy to eat. For our entrees we ordered the pork plate and kalbi plate with lomi lomi. UGH. Just thinking about it makes me hungry. All excellent. Drinks are spot on too. We'll be back with friends for sure! read more
2 years ago
Visited Sweet Talk because I was seeing a show at the Bell House. It's a cute Hawaiian restaurant with friendly servers. We sat outside (weather was warmer at this time!) and ordered drinks and apps. I had higher hopes for the wings, I remember thinking they were just fine. The poke chips were good--big pieces of tuna! I just wish there were even more. Cocktails were tasty but a little pricy. The kalbi ribs with rice and Mac salad was okay. If I were to return I would probably make different choices. I had a favorite Hawaiian spot in Queens that has since closed, but I don't necessarily think Sweet Talk is moving up the ranks and taking its spot. read more
wonderful dinner at Sweet Talk in Brooklyn,, a Hawaiian place where we had toro nachos, beef, tuna and chicken tacos (which I named "the land sea and air special) and strong strong drinks. Very cute interior with a big covered patio on the side. read more
I favored the appetizers and drinks more than the mains at @sweettalkbk , and my favorites from the night were the garlic aioli elotes and the tater tots! This was my first time trying elotes, and shout out to @casserolebites for coming up with the idea of scooping them with the taro chips - what a great combo! These are yummy and easy to eat! Definitely loved the garlic aioli more than the avocado cream flavor. Tater tots were the first thing recommended to us and they were actually so good! Not your typical crispy ones, but very chewy and cheesy! The pandan mojito also left a strong impression. Interesting mix. Never had it before and I really liked it. The pandan flavor was subtle but comes out at the end of every sip. So good! read more
Solid spot if you're craving Hawaiian! I have to start by saying the food and drinks were really tasty and I enjoyed everything I ordered. I came with a group of 6 on a Sunday night and we ordered taro chips and tater tots as appetizers. For my entree I ordered the Kahlua pork platter and also tried some of my friend's kalbi platter. Both were very flavorful and I loved the side of Mac salad and the lomilomi was decent as well. Unfortunately, the 2 star docked is for the service. I know our server mentioned the orders were extremely backed up that night and I definitely appreciated that she was upfront about that. However, it still did take over an hour for any apps or drinks to come out. Also, the restaurant itself is on the smaller side so a party of 6 is actually quite difficult to accommodate. We had to take the outdoor seating after realizing there was no way to fit the party together indoors and I will say they do not have a sufficient amount of heat lamps for the outdoor seating to be comfortable. It was extremely cold and we felt every gust of wind and the slow service/lack of food only emphasized our discomfort more. That being said, I do still recommend this spot for its food and would consider coming back at a time when they're less busy. read more
My friend and I were eating our way down this excellent street in the Gowanus neighborhood the other night and we stopped in to Sweet Talk for some Hawaiian food. The first restaurant we hit was bright, Sweet Talk is more intimate. It's dimly lit and cozy, very pleasant. Our waitress was pleasant and helpful throughout our meal. We selected the Loco Moco and Poke Bowls. I had wanted to try the Loco Moco, since it seemed like a pretty authentic Hawaiian dish. Both entrees delivered in the flavor department. The poke bowl was pretty standard but all of the elements were nice and fresh. The Loco Moco was very enjoyable, the burger and egg combo was tasty and everything on the plate was well seasoned. Even the white rice delivered in the flavor department. We were in and out of Sweet Talk pretty quickly but our time there left a good impression. read more
1 year ago
I was here with a bunch of others a while back. At first, I was here prior to happy hour ending and I started with a cocktail (unsure why I cannot remember whether it was an Old Fashioned or a Manhattan outside of it being obnoxiously overly sweet to be either) which was not good. It might be cheap but it was cheap for a reason. Afterwards even though happy hour was still not over by the time we ordered, I decided to go with the Message In a Bottle Nọ3 which consisted of Mezcal, Campari, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, and Banane de Brazil for $16. This was a much more successful cocktail. Nice balance between the alcohol and not too sweet with some extra bitterness. It was also served in a bottle with a small pirate flag on it which was humorous. I started off my meal with the elotes which they list as bi color organic corn off the cob (so it should be esquites not elotes but it's not a Mexican place and the former while incorrect is much more recognizable so whatever.) All technical language aside, there were a few options and I went with the traditional which had garlic aioli, chili powder, and queso fresco and it was $6. I am used to both of these corn dishes being spicy and I was hoping that the chili powder would add some flavor but it was more creamy and cheesy so it was a little bit different. I liked the corn flavor and texture though I definitely would have preferred more heat but it was fine. Another person had the Portuguese soup which came out in a rather large portion and he liked it a lot and I believe someone had some tacos which they liked also. My main dish was the Haole bowl what consist of sushi rice, avocado, radish, edamame, kimchi, cucumber, quick pickle, and asparagus. The price changes based on fish and I went with tuna and it was $18 which is a bit expensive for a solo fish poke but it is a restaurant so it is easier to not mind. In terms of my sauce, I went with the garlic shoyu. The fish quality was high but the kimchi and asparagus didn't really go well with it and overall it was fine though perhaps some would find it a little bit bland. If the service wasn't so haphazard, I probably would have asked for some other sauce to be added. Other people had the Loco Moco which I tried a little bit of and I liked it. Another person got the katsu which came out a little bit later than the other dishes and it was piping hot and they loved it. I believe that for once I did not get the best dishes. Perhaps don't get the poke here and stick with the plates as you definitely get more for the money. It's hard for me to give a proper rating for this place. Also hard to rate as one cocktail was excellent and worth the full price and the other one was terrible and not even worth it for happy hour. read more
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Nice little Caribbean place with cute Lu-out vibes. Enjoyed the Thani fruit as well as tuna tacos and nachos. Great service and can customize cocktails based on flavoring. Cute little place read more
The three of us surprised our waiter with how much we ordered. He thought we were just there for drinks and a light snack, but nope, we came hungry and ready to eat some tasty Hawaiian food. I enjoyed the kalua pork, which was really tender and flavorful. The creaminess of the macaroni salad and refreshing bites of lomi lomi added a nice contrast. The loco moco was comforting but milder than I expected, so I probably wouldn't order it again. The salmon poke bowl was comparatively lighter. The salmon was fresh and well marinated with that classic shoyu sauce, and the bowl had edamame, kimchi, avocado, cucumber, and other veggies that made it more substantial than the smaller traditional version on the menu. We had to tack on one of the desserts, and we all loved the malasada, which was a puffy, airy kind of doughnut. It paired so perfectly with the passion fruit sauce. I don't particularly care about Nutella, but I didn't mind it here. I'd also recommend the Saturn's Return cocktail. Clearly I can't turn down anything with passion fruit in it. It had a nice blend of sweetness and tartness to balance out the alcohol. I also got the kalbi plate to go and the meat was very tasty, with a nice bit of smokiness and sweetness from the marinade. A bit chewy but really good otherwise. read more
COVID report: vaccinations required. My boyfriend and I walked in on a Friday and got high top seating outside. We both love Hawaiian cuisine (which is hard to find in NYC, not counting the dozens of fast casual poke places) and this spot checks a lot of boxes. We tried: + Konaloa's wrath cocktail + Frozen painkiller + Taro chip nachos + Elote with avocado cream and furikake + Kalua pork plate + Malasada The standouts were the painkiller and the nachos. Everything was super tasty, though. My one note is that I wish the malasada was filled! read more
A friend introduced me to Sweet Talk and I'm glad she brought me here! I was skeptical about their small meals and treats but they were surprisingly all really good for such small dishes! Definitely try the homemade tatertots with cheese if you visit! The fries were ok - I felt like I could get these anywhere. The poke bowl tasted fresh and was refreshing. The pork plate my friend wasn't a huge fan of but I really liked it - the combination of all the rice and pork was savoury and seasoned. The macaroni dish included was really good - sweet/savoury. read more
Was craving hawaiian food so I decided to finally check out the place. The place is dimly lit with some plants throughout. They only had bar top seating available but it was fine. They didn't seem that busy though. The place is decently sized. It took a while to get our food ordered, but it didn't take long for it to come out. For NY, I would say this satisfied my cravings. If you're from Hawaii or really know you're hawaiian food, this place is sadly not it. I got the Kalua pork plate. It came with a scoop of rice, a scoop of mac salad, and lomi(not lomi salmon). I was shocked to see how bare the plate was when it came out. Not your traditional hawaiian food plate for sure. The mac salad was OK. The kalua wasn't too bad. They got close to nailing down the flavors. The lomi was good but it's not the normal lomi you would get in Hawaii. I appreciate the effort. The drinks were delicious though. Overall, it's good enough for the area even though it's pricey. read more
1 year ago
I was surprised to find a Hawaiian restaurant amidst all the Italian joints in Gowanus so I gave it a try! Sweet Talk is bougied up island favorites - lomo lomo, poke bowls, various other rice and meat plates presented nicely and with an original cocktails menu. The dining room looks like a cross between an upscale tiki lounge and vintage speakeasy finds. Service was friendly and attentive. I was dining alone and seated at the bar area. The bartender proactively noticed when I was low on my drink or didn't have enough water, and was happy to chat when there wasn't anything that needed her attention. I got a baijiu-based drink that was on the happy hour special. I commend people for trying to make baijiu taste good, so I'm not going to hold it against them when, no matter how many frills you put on it, I feel it's still a liquor that's best when you're so drunk you don't taste it at all. Pork kahlua plate was much less controversial and delicious! I ended up finishing the whole plate and being very very full. read more
This venue is quite cool looking. The interior has original decor, such as a turn of the century tin ceiling. When you enter, you think it's pretty small, but realize there's additional seating on the side that's semi outdoors. If you're looking Hawaiian cuisine with a neat bar scene, this is it. I ordered a haole tuba poke bowl with avocado Wasabi sauce. Although the ingredients were fresh, the flavors didn't pop, and the sauce wasn't spicy at all. I ordered spicy mayo on the side, and it tasted like non spicy mayo. Good portion size and quite filling. Compared to other poke I've had over the years, I'm not impressed. My friend ordered the big breakfast. Plating was attractive and enjoyed it. He was disappointed that they didn't serve coffee. In terms of service, we were seated right away, and the restaurant and bar was busy, but not full. They seated us at a long bar, but they also have booths. The waitress took out orders quickly enough, but seemed cold and unfriendly. Maybe she was having a rough night? It's a hard job. She came by right when we were considering leaving after we had finished our meals and were chit chatting. Food service was just right as the food didn't take long to come out. Probably spent an hour there altogether. The bathroom was very dark but clean. The location is in Gowanus, Brooklyn, only a few blocks from the F,G, or R subway lines or b103 bus. Street parking only. Would I try this again? Sure! Large menu. There are so many choices and try an alcoholic drink. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
I came here with my best friend and we really liked the atmosphere. Their food was different and tasty. I just wish they spaced out the appetizers with the entrees. They served them at the same time. The staff was also very kind. All in all, it was a good experience and I would like to come back to try other entrees. read more
The place is cute with a nice atmosphere. The service was great and we were seated right away for Saturday night dinner. The cocktail menu is extensive and the drinks were very good. We ordered the tater tots appetizer, which comes with a mayo-based sauce. It didn't really remind me of a tater tot in any way. It was more like a latke/potato pancake in a ball shape and the inside seemed undercooked. The appetizer also came out at the same time as the entrees. I had the Kahlua pork plate and the pork was incredibly tender and juicy. But there wasn't a lot of flavor to it, I wish the lomi lomi had some spice to it. The macaroni salad had an overwhelming mayo flavor. Someone at the table ordered the chicken sandwich and another person had chicken tacos and both raved about the fried chicken. Overall I thought the food was underwhelming but I might come back to try other dishes. read more
Can't have too many complains about Sweet Talk. The drinks were good had the pina coladas and the food was tasty. However the waiter was not to attentive to my allergy order which is annoying. They had to bring out my order twice and I ultimately had an allergic reaction at the end of the night sadly read more
4 years ago
Definately serving up authentic Hawaiian eats. I did not get a picture but the TARO CHIPS NACHOS are a must get!! Get it with tofu for sure !! Super fresh and crunchy. I did like my main of the Kalhua pork but if I came back I would get something different pork was very tasty but sides were okay. read more
5 years ago
Waitstaff really make or break a restaurant experience and I must say the waitstaff here makes this restaurant special!!! I had the awesome experience to get drinks and food from Meagan! We struck up a great conversation that made exploring the menu and drink menu both fun and memorable. I felt like I found a new friend that understood my food needs and expectations. The food portions are great and easy to fill up quickly. The drinks are boozy and flavorful especially after a hot day in nyc heat. I had the frozen painkiller and after that I was making plans to remake this for beach days! read more
2 years ago
Was really craving chicken katsu and this might be the only place in the neighborhood that does it. We really wanted japanese katsu with curry but this Hawaiian spin with bbq sauce scratched the itch. The chicken cutlet was breaded and fried, tender to perfection. We also ordered a single seared tuna taco as a side snack, which we also loved. We definitely will be back to this cute little corner spot for poke bowls or even the moco loco, a Hawaiian classic. We ordered some cocktails as well - the Baiju cocktail (Fight or Flight) was pretty rough. Not sure how well Baiju fits into cocktails. Might have to try another one next time read more
5 years ago
They check your vaccine card. The inside is pretty and it seemed like a local favorite. It was a Sunday night but the crowd was steady. We got there right at 5 pm but they said the frozen cocktail machine takes awhile so we weren't able to try one of them. I had a chicken sandwich that was very crunchy and tasty. Cocktails were pretty good. read more
5 years ago
Refreshing cocktail and satisfying app! Stopped in quickly while waiting for a show at the Bell House (5 min walk). Was able to grab a seat at the bar which was pretty full for a Tuesday night. The bartender was attentive and friendly. I ordered the Gowanus cocktail which was perfectly refreshing and balanced, not too little or too much alcohol taste. Tried the taro chip nachos which were plated beautifully and the perfect- late night, not too hungry- not too full snack! Was sitting next to someone with a really good looking poke bowl that id love to try next. There's indoor tables, bar seating, and a pretty nice sized covered outdoor seating area. read more
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