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    Sweetwater Restaurant

    4.1 (521 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Open • 11:00 am - 11:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Open food??!?!! WTF
    Nuke N.

    I had a custom lamb burger. It was good nothing special but the sauce on the side they gave me was good. Fries were good especially with the sauce. The thyme cucumber lemonade was cool. Service was ok ( I from Brooklyn I felt like they don't accommodate, or even use to dealing with us in my own town if u can understand what I'm talking about. New York has changed drastically.. I sat outside so the ambiance was cool.

    Banana cream pie with Oreo crust
    Dogba B.

    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. 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. 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. 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. There is no dog menu, and we weren't offered a water bowl, so this isn't a restaurant that specifically caters to dogs. 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. Beautiful covered garden, excellent food, friendly staff, and enough room for me to relax comfortably in my carrier. I received no steak and no banana cream pie, which will be reflected in Dad's upcoming performance review. 3 paws up! Pup Perks * Dogs welcomed in the covered garden area during our visit * Large, spacious covered garden * Protected from the weather * Carrier-friendly * No dog menu * No water bowl offered * Excellent food * Cocktails and mocktails * Good spot for a long meal or watching a match * Friendly staff

    Anie R.

    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!

    Pasta w/ lamb
    Tori B.

    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.

    Chicken sandwich
    Chris D.

    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. 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.

    Eggs Benedict
    Ilana Z.

    Cane for brunch with some friends on a Sunday. Super cute and quaint inside - nice and dimly lit vibes. 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.

    Jessica G.

    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!

    Steamed Mussels Of The Day
    Tiffany H.

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

    Truffle parm fries
    Cate T.

    This is such a neighborhood gem! I've been twice, once in the patio and once in the cozy indoors, and have loved both. 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! I absolutely love this place, and is great for a nice evening or a rainy one where you need cozy vibes. Super kind staff. I'll be back!

    Keylime pie
    Nella B.

    Popped in here one night unexpected . 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. Dinner was delicious . Steak ,Crabcake and mussels all well done! Def recommend

    Kale Salad
    Rezaul K.

    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. Ambiance was cozy and laid back.

    Espresso martini and cucumber fix
    Alexis O.

    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. All in all, a lively spot with good vibes and satisfying plates. 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.

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

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

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

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

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    Is outdoor seating heated?

    The tables out front on the sidewalk have heaters, not sure abt the back patio

    Is this a good spot for a wedding rehearsal dinner?

    Depends on how many people! It's a cute quaint place, so if the party is large just rent out the entire place for the evening. But amazing food, so the answer is YES!

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