Sweet Chick
American restaurant · 164 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249, United States · United States
★ 4.4 on Google · 3,703 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 42 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.4★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.2★
- Flagged
- 4%
- Coverage
- 27%
All reviews shown by Google
958 examined reviews
42 of 1,000
1,000 of 3,703 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Sweet Chick offers a cozy, hip-hop-infused atmosphere in Brooklyn known primarily for its signature chicken and waffles and comforting southern dishes. While many reviewers praise the flavorful food, popular drinks, and upbeat vibe, others report frustrating service delays, uncommunicative phone lines, and inconsistent food quality. A shift toward a self-service ordering model using QR codes has drawn mixed reactions from patrons.
+ Repeated strengths
Chicken and Waffles
Reviewers frequently highlight the chicken and waffles as delicious, crispy on the outside, juicy, and paired with flavorful custom butters and syrups.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2021-07-16
The shrimp n grits were sooo yummy. Chicken and waffles were good. We had the vanilla, chocolate chip and apple waffles. My sister liked the spicy chicken and the garlic butter chicken was good. One star taken off because hush puppies were...
5★ · 2021-07-24
lil’ chicken and waffles honey garlic flavor!! Totes delicious! The chicken was fresh with soooo many sauces, add on some maple syrup and hot sauce, and it’s just enough flavors to WOW your tastebuds without overpowering them. Waffles were...
Drinks and Cocktails
Reviewers report that the drink menu features strong, tasty cocktails, slushies, and flavored lemonades that enhance the dining experience.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2021-08-19
You will have to wait in a line outside if you want to sit inside and outdoor seating is first come first serve if you don’t want to wait in the line. You can go inside and order drinks while you wait for a table. The drinks were really goo...
5★ · 2025-10-19
Fantastic fried chicken in a very charming NYC neighborhood.
Atmosphere and Music
The restaurant provides an enjoyable, lively environment featuring a cozy interior, cool decor, and a prominent hip-hop playlist.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2021-08-14
Amazing food
− Repeated complaints
Service and Communication
Reviewers frequently complain about dismissive staff, inattentive service, long wait times, and a restaurant phone that is never answered.
1 supporting review
4★ · 2026-07-14
Nice cozy place excellent food great service.
Loud Music
Multiple reviewers state that the music is played at an excessively loud volume, making normal conversation difficult.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-07-15
Music was a bit loud for conversations but the waiters were attentive and food and service were great.
Food Consistency and Quality
Some reviewers report receiving dry chicken, cold fries, excessively salty dishes, or meals served in disposable take-out containers rather than proper plating.
2 supporting reviews
2★ · 2021-07-20
They changed the atmosphere so much. No servers QR code menu. They give you food in take out containers. On a a metal tray. Wouldn't be a problem if the food fits. Chicken and Waffles squeezed in no room to lay it down to put syrup on it o...
1★ · 2021-07-21
Man… loved coming here on weekends but you can tell the chicken is made then sits there since they have so many to go orders… that’s twice in two weeks the chicken is not hot and just dry and the waffles not hot either.. come on man and go...
Good for
- Fans of chicken and waffles looking for a casual meal
- Groups wanting an upbeat, music-driven atmosphere
- Diners who prefer fast, contactless ordering via smartphone
Avoid if
- You prefer quiet dining where you can easily converse
- You expect traditional full-service sit-down waitstaff
- You are sensitive to high sodium levels or very salty food
Review anatomy
Reviews per quarter
| Quarter | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Q3 ’21 | 88 | 3 |
| Q4 ’21 | 70 | 3 |
| Q1 ’22 | 74 | 1 |
| Q2 ’22 | 74 | 3 |
| Q3 ’22 | 92 | 4 |
| Q4 ’22 | 59 | 1 |
| Q1 ’23 | 61 | 2 |
| Q2 ’23 | 52 | 3 |
| Q3 ’23 | 73 | 4 |
| Q4 ’23 | 31 | 2 |
| Q1 ’24 | 43 | 1 |
| Q2 ’24 | 47 | 3 |
| Q3 ’24 | 34 | 2 |
| Q4 ’24 | 31 | 0 |
| Q1 ’25 | 31 | 3 |
| Q2 ’25 | 35 | 2 |
| Q3 ’25 | 31 | 1 |
| Q4 ’25 | 25 | 0 |
| Q1 ’26 | 23 | 2 |
| Q2 ’26 | 20 | 2 |
| Q3 ’26 | 6 | 0 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 41 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 42 flagged reviews.
Kent Woo
260 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2023-05-31
This is one sweet place that you got to visit.
Dylan Deosingh
1 review
★★★★★
2021-07-23
Emily Murphy
2 reviews
★★★★★
2021-09-24
Mahjari Hutchinson
2 reviews
★★★★★
2021-12-29
Samantha Hunt
1 review
★★★★★
2022-02-21
I’ve NEVER eaten a whole meal iml but HERE!??!? Fs worth making it fit 😂😍🤌🏽
Sae Mo
2 reviews
★☆☆☆☆
2022-05-05
treats black people wrong, didn’t ask no one but the “ black ppl “ for vaccination card, I showed it but to see they didn’t ask anyone else Of their “ Kind” but only ours shows a lot, also has favoritism
Miss Beatrix Kiddo
1 review
★★★★★
2022-06-01
Felicia Bowman
1 review
★★★★★
2022-06-05
Brian Delvois
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2022-07-10
Very racist do not go there
Tramaine Morris
1 review
★★★★★
2022-08-20
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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