Sweetwater Restaurant

(718) 963-0608

105 N 6th St (at Between Berry Street and Wythe Avenue)
Brooklyn, NY 11211 40.7185 -73.9601

Neighborhood: Greenpoint

Hours:

Mon-Thu 5:30pm-1:45am

Fri 5:30pm-3:30am

Sat 12pm-3:30am

Sun 12pm-1:45am

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Price:

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Last updated 1.30.09

What People Are Saying About Sweetwater Restaurant

The Editor

Karen Hudes

Citysearch

The Scene
Not much remains of the divey Sweetwater Tavern except for the name, the pressed-tin walls and elaborate tile floor--remnants from the '30s, when the space was a Polish diner. The owners of Carroll Gardens' Patois and Schnack transformed the joint into a comfortable bar and restaurant with burgundy diner booths and milky sconces, offering a late-night menu to please the block's post-concert crowd.

The Food
Chef Tom Kearney (Blue Hill, Jean-Georges) presides over the contemporary, pared-down menu. His smoked trout, paired with capers and horseradish vinaigrette over a crisp potato pancake, makes for an exciting opener. Among the entrees, Sweetwater schnitzel layers a juicy breaded pork chop with a fried egg and anchovies for a tart bite. Succulent grilled hangar steak comes with finely battered onion rings. Though the strawberry shortcake has too-salty biscuits, the chocolate terrine brings together firm and melted textures with elan.

jkhurd1

January 04, 2009

compliments to the chef, good food, especially the gnocchi and the pork chop. only complaint on the food were the portions, not very filling. we were quickly seated and then waited almost an hour for our entrees. served one round of drinks when we first were seated and then didn't see our server again until it was time for the bill, which came quickly and was collected just as fast. the thing that bothered me was that the rest wasn't even very busy, empty tables to our right and left. service was simply horrid. i won't return and won't suggest to friends and family.

kriskross

August 22, 2008

One of the only "neighborhood joints" left in Williamsburg where the food is always consistent and the staff remembers your name.

marlowtiger

May 26, 2008

I've been a regular for years, and the food has changed, but stayed pretty consistent. of note are the fried calamari, meats are their strong point: burgers, hanger steak, pork tenderloin. brunches are pretty light. great outdoor garden. HOWEVER, service isn't their strong point. i'm getting pretty tired of the argentine "owner" and his manners. he should be running a club not a restaurant. my husband and i came in waiting to be seated, when a couple of tarts hobbled up. the argentine sat them first and completely ignored us. if you can stomach watching him flutter about chatting up young chicks, your girlfriend or wife and can stand his dismissive attitude toward other customers than Sweetwater would be the perfect place to bring your hot date. what has become of a neighborhood when regulars don't count anymore?

The Details on Sweetwater Restaurant

When to Go:

The late-night menu features a burger with gruyere, a croque monsieur and a charcuterie plate. Among the brunch specialties are steak and eggs, and asparagus frittata.

What to Drink:

The short cocktail list includes a mojito, a stimulating Car Bomb with Guinness, Jameson and Bailey's, and a French martini that could use a splash more pineapple.

The Extras:

Follow dinner or start the night with a show at Northsix.

Category:

New American, Restaurants

Payment Methods:

Cash

Restaurant Special Features:

Date Spot, Brunch, Bar Scene, Outdoor Dining

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Sweetwater Restaurant

105 N 6th St (at Between Berry Street and Wythe Avenue)
Brooklyn, NY 11211

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