They don't make them like this anymore. I've been coming to Sweetwater for the better part of 15 years. And the most important thing about this place is that its energy and vibe cannot be matched. The vibe is incredible, largely driven by the amazing and loyal staff. It's a family, and you can feel it in the way everyone enjoys working there, together and taking care of customers. The food is great. The fish specials are always a slam dunk. The brunch is killer. People flock for the French onion soup and the mussels. While there are better "foodie" restaurants in this neighborhood, the vibe and joy this place cultivates is second to none. Sit at the bar, say hello to a stranger, you'll always meet someone super interesting and friendly. In a neighborhood that continues to lose its creative and cool roots, Sweetwater still holds it down. IYKYK. read more

Omg we found Sweetwater while walking around Wythe street in Williamsburg and I am so delighted we wandered in. Food was 11/10 amazing and filling I had the CrabCake Eggs Benedict- It came with home fries and a side salad 11/10 No notes We shared the brioche french toast, it wasn't giving brioche... it was giving pound cake .... It was good but overly sweet just like Pound cake !!!? 7/10 (You can skip honestly) My friend got the omelette and it was huge and yummy but when she asked the server to switch the ricotta cheese for cheddar and apparently they're not allowed to do so..... 8/10 Our other friend got the 2 Eggs breakfast - It came with bacon, half an avocado, toast and a side salad 10/10 [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was so adorable !! The inside was nice and cozy and the back patio was sick ! They have a flatscreen tv back there to watch the FIFA WorldCup and the picnic benches were painted a luscious aqua color. It was like being inside a green house super aesthetic[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. We split a bottle of prosecco with a carafe of freshly squeezed orange juice for mimosas I would go back on a date, casual brunch with family etc Gorgeous venue, good food and good service read more

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We came to Sweetwater to meet friends, have lunch, and watch a World Cup match, but the real surprise was the restaurant itself. From the street, you would never guess there is such a large covered garden area tucked behind the restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is bright and airy with plants, string lights, ceiling fans, and plenty of seating. It has the feeling of being outdoors while still being protected from the weather, which made it a great place to spend a few hours.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Best of all, I was welcomed in the garden area! Mom always keeps me in my carrier when we're dining in spaces like this, and I settled comfortably on the bench seat while the humans ate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And they ate very well. Mom ordered the bruschetta and garlic shrimp for the table to share, followed by the branzino with asparagus. She also had a cucumber, thyme, and lemonade mocktail that was perfect for a summer afternoon. Dad ordered the steak with mashed potatoes and asparagus, which I monitored closely. Unfortunately, my supervision did not result in an appropriate steak allocation. The biggest surprise may have been dessert. We ordered a banana cream pie with an Oreo crust that was enormous, rich, and absolutely worth saving room for. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is no dog menu, and we weren't offered a water bowl, so this isn't a restaurant that specifically caters to dogs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But the staff was incredibly friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed, the food was excellent, and being able to comfortably dine with my humans in such a beautiful covered garden made this a place we'd happily return to. Dogba's Verdict Sweetwater understands an important rule of dining: if the humans are going to spend several hours eating, drinking, and watching soccer, the dog should be allowed to attend the meeting. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful covered garden, excellent food, friendly staff, and enough room for me to relax comfortably in my carrier.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I received no steak and no banana cream pie, which will be reflected in Dad's upcoming performance review. 3 paws up! Pup Perks * [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dogs welcomed in the covered garden area during our visit[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] * [[HIGHLIGHT]]Large, spacious covered garden[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] * Protected from the weather * Carrier-friendly * No dog menu * No water bowl offered * Excellent food * Cocktails and mocktails * [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good spot for a long meal or watching a match[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] * Friendly staff read more

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Brunch in Brooklyn! This restaurant was recommended to us by someone who my bestie met (happens to be the owner brother). What a TREAT! Service exceptional and our food very very good! I tell you this is what I miss being back home 'eating absolutely GOOD'! If you're in the neighborhood please go! read more

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We enjoyed our lunch here. Lots of choice and both dishes we had were nice. The frittata was different to the usual ones I see at brunch, served in a thick wedge. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a nice restaurant inside and the staff were friendly and attentive.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We enjoyed our lunch here. Lots of choice and both dishes we had were nice. The frittata was different to the usual ones I see at brunch, served in a thick wedge. It's a nice restaurant inside and the staff were friendly and attentive. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Cane for brunch with some friends on a Sunday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute and quaint inside - nice and dimly lit vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We all had the eggs Benedict. I got mine with lox and was surprised when it came out with both ham and lox, never had that before! It was solid. The Benedict sauce was pretty salty. Potatoes could've been crispier. Service was good. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Brunch rules. Bloody Mary's need horseradish and bigger glasses fo the price. Served in a tall thin vase for a flower. Lol. Eggs Benedict was great except the muffin should have been toasted. Potatoes bland. Salad great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibe and look really sweet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The onion rings were so fresh and crispy! The steak and broccoli rabe were mouth watering. My boyfriend enjoyed his burger and fries as well, great spot! read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is such a little gem. Food and service were great. For starters we had the Brussel sprouts and shrimp. The Brussel sprouts were delicious, Shrimp was good but didn't care for all the onion on the bottom. I had the steak frites and my steak was delicious and seasoned well. The presentation and portions were great as well. I recommend and would definitely go back. read more

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This is such a neighborhood gem! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been twice, once in the patio and once in the cozy indoors, and have loved both.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of the best burgers I've had in the city - such a big patty, great cheese, and sautéed onions. So so good. The hangar steak was also delicious and well-priced, and the lamb burger was so good. French fries were meh, burrata was good but a little too citrusy for me! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I absolutely love this place, and is great for a nice evening or a rainy one where you need cozy vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Super kind staff. I'll be back! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cozy, stylish spot with a seasonal, thoughtfully crafted menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dishes are fresh and flavorful, portions generous. Service attentive and welcoming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect for a relaxed dinner or weekend brunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]i haven't been here in a while n glad I tried again. Did is still amazing b read more

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Popped in here one night unexpected . [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a cute little find this place is ,great atmosphere ,great bar ,very good service and a very nice menu with more than enough selections to choose from.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dinner was delicious . Steak ,Crabcake and mussels all well done! Def recommend read more

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Salmon was cooked well. All the sides complemented the fish and balanced the flavor. Grilled hanger steak was well seasoned and cooked to preference. Went really well with the broccoli rabe and red wine beef reduction. Onion rings were light and crispy. French onion soup was decent. The shaved Brussels sprouts and kale salad was my least favorite; it needed more -- maybe some mandarin and walnuts or something. Service wasn't the best but not too terrible. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was cozy and laid back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot, pretty spacious![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was superb, ordered a ton of items and did family style so got a little taste of everything. Service was pretty efficient even given how busy they were. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Will say sound does carry pretty heavily in the back area, so can get loud![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Service was great!very accommodating management and very polite. The banofi pie was amazing must order!

The service here was gracious, even on a Friday night when the place was alive and humming. Things moved a little slower, but the wait was softened with a basket. I went for the Sweetwater burger w/ sub sweet potato fries and an espresso martini--both solid choices. My friends tried a lentil burger (a hit!!) and onion rings, which were ok; the crab cake, and cucumber fix drink seemed fresh and summery. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All in all, a lively spot with good vibes and satisfying plates.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Come prepared for a bit of a wait if it's packed, but know that bread and good company will tide you over nicely :)) loved the outdoor seating, floral.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Espresso martini and cucumber fix - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very cute inside![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Solid place for new american food. I also appreciate how fairly priced their mocktails are, I hate when restaurants make it same price are regular cocktails. I got the parpadelle but I liked my friends dish a lot more so I recommend getting the curried chickpeas with shrimp. read more

Amazing salads, need to come back and try the burger! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cute hole in the wall, great service too[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Very friendly, nice, gracious staff across the board. Loved the green salad with lemon vinaigrette and the lamb burger (I had it bun-less) with delicious tzatiki. My son gave a thumbs-up to the calamari and the pork chop. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat in the heated, covered garden, which we enjoyed because it was quieter than the lively main dining room.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Came here for dinner with some friends and overall this place was a good spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a nice comfy cozy spot and was decorated well for the holidays.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I started with the French onion soup which was average. Wasn't upset by it, but wouldn't get it again. For my entree is got the fish of the day which was a delicious seared bass. The bass was cooked perfectly and was juicy and was paired with a nice lemon butter sauce. It came with a beet puree which gave the dish a nice sweet balance. The service was fast and left feeling very full and happy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, the place wasn't bad, but was not super impressionable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you are in the area it would be a cute place to have a holiday catch up with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Daily Fish - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved our experience at this place - ate at the back patio after the host found a space for our big group despite the place being packed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great food and drink! read more

The staff was great and wanted to keep us there all night long. The location is lovely and I'd definitely be down to come for a night out of drinks instead of dinner. We ordered the fish, burger & lamb burger. The fries on the two burgers looks like when you and I microwave up leftover fries. We all know Fries don't come home with you because they're impossible to make crispy outside the restaurant. Clearly Sweetwater never mastered the crispiness since these were the limpest fries I've seen in my entire life. My lamb burger also tasted a bit off, and I wished the burgers were served on real buns instead of a Thomas English Muffin. Please save those for your breakfast sandwiches, no one wants them with their dinner. My friend enjoyed his Fish, so it seems like they have some good dishes on the menu. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Lamb - burger With Tzatziki The soggiest fries I've ever been served in my life - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here with a friends on Saturday around 4pm. We ordered the steak and eggs, fried chicken sandwich, sangria and a lavender mint lemonade. It took a really long time for our food and drinks to come. There was only one bartender but we waited over 20 mins just for the drinks alone, both of which were not good. However, the food more than made up for it, even though once again a long wait. My eggs were fluffy, soft and flavorful that I was raving about it as soon as I ate it. The steak was tender and the chimmichuri sauce went well with it. My friend really enjoyed her chicken sandwich as well. Overall, I would come back for brunch but I wouldn't get drinks from here. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Steak and eggs - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The wine was good a little over priced but good. The customer service was awesome they were super nice and attentive ! Dining room and bathroom was clean. The food was OK. Calamari didn't really have any flavor , a little oily /soggy. The parm fries were decent. The burger lacked flavor and I requested pickles to add to my burger but they said they don't have pickles so I was disappointed :( read more

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Came here randomly for brunch. The menu had a nice variety and the outdoor patio had a light breeze. We ordered the French toast. It was a 6 4/10. The fruit didn't taste fresh and the cornflake crust was all over vs just on the outer parts of bread. I wouldn't order again. The steak and eggs were good for the price point 7/10. I asked for medium and it was over cooked. I ate half of it. The mushroom melt was decent 7/10. The service was 8/10. I would give it one more try for lunch or dinner. read more

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Came here for a party of 7 on a Saturday night and got seated in the back patio area which had a very cute vibe to it. We wanted wine that was similar to a Sauvignon Blanc and were recommended the Garnacha which was very good. The bread and olive oil that came out was a good start to the meal. I ordered the Mushroom and Spinach Cannelloni which I really enjoyed. I would say out of all the entrees that were ordered (Hanger Steak, Ribeye, Half Roasted Chicken) it was the smallest portion, but it was good. The other portion sizes were pretty generous. For dessert, we tried Sweetwater's version of a chocolate lava cake which was okay. It was nothing special. Overall, good vibes and good food read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Mushroom and Spinach Cannelloni - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Have come here twice for brunch now, both times seated in their back garden. The staff is very attentive in the beginning, though tapers off during the meal. In both instances, items I have ordered were forgotten, and we weren't able to find the server. In the second instance, the server was apologetic and comped our pastry to make up for it. The first time, I'm not sure if the server even recognized that we were asking for the item a second time. I got the omelette special the second time, which was flavorful and filling. While simple, the dressing that they put on their side salad is delicious. I normally ignore side salads, but I ate this entirely before even eating my omelette because I enjoyed it so much. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside restaurant gives French diner vibes, which I love.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will make a reservation one day, so that we can sit inside. I recommend reservations, but we were lucky to snag a table for two without a wait both times I tried. read more

I was very impressed by this place! I got the grilled hanger steak which was slightly over cooked but the sauce it was in was delicious. The onion rings were lightly battered, not too greasy. The broccoli rabe was a bit too bitter and the serving was large compared to everything else on the plate. They also gave us free bread. The service was quick and kind. They have inside and outside seating options, including an outside heated patio. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Grilled Hanger Steak - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is so cute and I would love to be a regular here if I lived in NY.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was so amazing and so was the service. I came here on Thanksgiving and it seemed like every group that walked in was a regular of the restaurant and was greeted with hugs and such happiness. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cute place and will definitely be back next time I'm in the area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Pumpkin cream cheese cake - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ty was amazing! Food was great and really good ambience. Was still warm with the heater even though it was cold. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Fantastic food with excellent service! They have a Very unique selection of entrees.

The place really isn't bad. But just was just expecting more personality from the dishes provided. The staff is quite quick and nice. Venue could have more character and a few more heaters for the outside tables. When it comes to the food, I think this where they lack. The lamb burger did not have much flavor that makes it stand out as using lamb meat. And lamb usually has a pretty strong distinctive flavor. So it really made the majority of the meal unimpressive. But I would say the lentils were surprisingly filling by the time I had left the table. The fries were not as crispy and seasoned as they could have been. There's a lot of potential that could've been explored here and I hope they tap into it more. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Lamb - burger With Tzatziki - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The staff was super friendly and very accommodating. Every dish was delicious! Would definitely return :)

Overall 3.5 star for the food I think. We got both Hanger Steak and Rib Eye medium rare. Came a bit too rare. Taste was meaty not much flavor and sauce within. Carrot Side - also a bit lack in flavor and probably need to cook longer so it's not hard. Fries was very good LOL! Shrimp was really good as well, meaty juicy and fresh. Radicchio Salad was good. Bruschetta Smoked Salmon was not memorable but acceptable. read more

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Sweetwater was recommended to my by a local at Brooklyn Brewery, and I'm so glad I went on my last day here. From the moment I walked in, the service was unparalleled; multiple waiters checked in on me while I was waiting for the rest of my party, and offered to bring drinks or appetizers while I waited. Our waiter continuously checked in on us to make sure we had enough drinks and the food was tasting alright. One employee even entertained us with ghost stories about the restaurant after we asked how long the restaurant had been open. The food was amazing! For appetizers we had the calamari and french onion soup. The calamari was fried to perfection; it wasn't chewy or rubbery, it simply melted in your mouth. The french onion soup was exquisite as well. For my main dish, I ordered the chicken curry stew. The chicken thigh was extremely tender, the vegetables were soft, and the rice was perfect. I got to try everyone else's dish as well; long story short, everything was immaculate. The lamb shank and both steaks were extremely tender, the onion rings that accompanied the hangar steak were crispy even after they started to cook down, and the garlic frites with the ribeye were extremely flavorful. The ambiance tied everything together. The moody lighting, classic wooden tables and chairs, and beautiful floor and roof tiling make you feel like you're royalty, and the food and service definitely add to that. If you're in Brooklyn I would highly suggest giving this place a visit, I will definitely be back next time I'm in NYC! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly atmosphere and amazing Thanksgiving dinner![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Loved everything about this place and we will be back!

We were in the area for a concert and needed to eat beforehand. We walked around and stumbled on Sweetwater so we decided to go in. They had open tables in the back but they were together so the hostess asked us to wait a minute while she separated them. We then noticed open seats at the bar so we decided to sit there. The bartenders were very attentive. All the staff were super nice. They gave us a bottle of water which I like because I drink a lot of water when eating. We got our drinks and both order the cheeseburger. Great burger, fries and salad. The salad was a nice addition. The onions on the burger were super tasty. We both very much enjoyed our meal. It's a very cute place. We're glad we decided to eat here for dinner. read more

Delicious brunch in williamsburg. The servers are friendly and the food is good. I had their fish tacos which came as a set of 3 tacos. I thought ut was delicious and well seasoned. We also ordered their calamari to share. It was a big serving of calamari. Its a bit on the dimmer side inside the restaurant but they also do have outdoor dining available. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - Salt & Chili calamari - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Bit pricey. The food was alright. I had the Sweetwater burger and it was okay. My boyfriend enjoyed his vegan lentil burger. read more

Sweetwater Restaurant - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Sweetwater's heated outdoor garden is my new favorite spot for outdoor dining this winter. They have some seating out front on the street but their garden in the back so adorable, warm, and socially distant with plenty of open air. The drinks are lovely, I particularly liked their old fashioned, and I've tried their French onion soup, green beans, and truffle fries, all of which are great snacks to enjoy with a cocktail. My friend also loves their burger with bacon. The service here is also standout; make a reservation but we were able to get a walk in table in their garden on a Saturday evening. We were here once close to closing and they even passed out complimentary pastries to the customers. I've chatted with a few of the waitresses and they're always so friendly and lovely! read more

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