Sweetwater
105 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 1,041 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 18, 2026 · 43 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.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 4%
- Coverage
- 96%
All reviews shown by Google
957 examined reviews
43 of 1,000
1,000 of 1,041 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 18, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Sweetwater is a long-standing neighborhood staple in Williamsburg known for its cozy, vintage ambiance and back garden patio. Reviewers frequently praise the friendly staff, creative cocktails, and consistently delicious comfort food and brunch options.
+ Repeated strengths
Cozy Atmosphere & Garden
Reviewers love the charming, dim-lit interior and the beautiful outdoor back garden patio.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2017-01-05
Delish old style Italian food in a setting makes you long for what never was. Like a dim lit dream. I'll go anytime I'm near it. Respect
5★ · 2017-01-25
Very neat Place With a cosy backyard. Perfect for lunch and cocktails.
Friendly & Attentive Service
Reviewers frequently report that the staff and management are exceptionally welcoming, warm, and accommodating.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2017-03-17
Bistro style menu with hints from all over, notably Italy, France, South America. The staff is excellent. Quite possibly my favorite nyc restaurant.
5★ · 2025-07-01
The fact this restaurant dosent have 5 stars is a crime! I was completely blown away. I’ve worked as a waiter and in the industry for the past six years. The experience I had on Sunday was by far one of the best in my life. The food was abs...
Delicious Food & Drinks
Reviewers highlight standout menu items like the burgers, mussels, French onion soup, and specialty cocktails.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2017-09-21
Got the Sweetwater burger and it was delicious - comes on an English muffin. Loved their Sauvignon Blanc as well. Overall really cozy atmosphere - great food but not a huge scene or really stuffy.
5★ · 2019-01-12
Great little cozy place with #excellent service, great drinks and great #ambience. Try the #hangarsteak, you wont regret! #Onionsoup is #foodporn
5★ · 2026-06-17
I absolutely love the mussels here they're my favorite and the main reason I keep coming back! Everything I've tried has been delicious, and the food is consistently fresh and flavorful. The quality never disappoints, and I always leave sat...
− Repeated complaints
Slow or Inconsistent Service
Some reviewers report experiencing long wait times, delayed orders, or inattentive service during busy periods.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2019-01-24
Good food, nice atmosphere, but pretty bad service. I came in for a weekday lunch and no one really greeted me, but was eventually told to just grab any table. I ordered the bar steak, which was really good. The place was pretty empty so se...
2★ · 2021-08-05
Very, very slow service.
Tight Spaces and Noise
Reviewers note that the indoor seating area can be cramped, loud, and difficult for conversation.
1 supporting review
4★ · 2016-12-04
Great rustic Williamsburg atmosphere, amazing food, for the most part, garden is a little tight and not good for groups.
Pricing Concerns
A few reviewers mention that certain dishes and drinks are somewhat expensive for the portion sizes provided.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2018-05-30
Food was ok . Little expensive , nice small outdoor yard .
4★ · 2018-09-26
Nice place, the food is good, and I appreciated the unusual combinations of ingredients. The prices are quite high, and the tip rule applies directly on the receipt, so it will cost even more.
5★ · 2025-07-17
Great spot and staff a bit pricey but what isn't these days
Good for
- Date nights and romantic dinners
- Casual weekend brunch with friends
- Outdoor dining in the back garden patio
Avoid if
- You require a spacious, quiet environment for easy conversation
- You are traveling with a stroller or need family-friendly space
- You are on a tight budget
Review anatomy
Reviews per quarter
| Quarter | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Q4 ’16 | 4 | 0 |
| Q1 ’17 | 9 | 1 |
| Q2 ’17 | 8 | 0 |
| Q3 ’17 | 12 | 0 |
| Q4 ’17 | 11 | 1 |
| Q1 ’18 | 17 | 1 |
| Q2 ’18 | 27 | 1 |
| Q3 ’18 | 39 | 4 |
| Q4 ’18 | 22 | 0 |
| Q1 ’19 | 16 | 1 |
| Q2 ’19 | 24 | 3 |
| Q3 ’19 | 37 | 5 |
| Q4 ’19 | 30 | 1 |
| Q1 ’20 | 25 | 0 |
| Q2 ’20 | 3 | 0 |
| Q3 ’20 | 20 | 1 |
| Q4 ’20 | 11 | 0 |
| Q1 ’21 | 31 | 0 |
| Q2 ’21 | 34 | 0 |
| Q3 ’21 | 39 | 2 |
| Q4 ’21 | 30 | 0 |
| Q1 ’22 | 29 | 3 |
| Q2 ’22 | 28 | 0 |
| Q3 ’22 | 21 | 1 |
| Q4 ’22 | 35 | 0 |
| Q1 ’23 | 27 | 2 |
| Q2 ’23 | 36 | 3 |
| Q3 ’23 | 36 | 1 |
| Q4 ’23 | 25 | 2 |
| Q1 ’24 | 41 | 0 |
| Q2 ’24 | 38 | 0 |
| Q3 ’24 | 32 | 0 |
| Q4 ’24 | 28 | 1 |
| Q1 ’25 | 23 | 1 |
| Q2 ’25 | 35 | 2 |
| Q3 ’25 | 34 | 2 |
| Q4 ’25 | 27 | 1 |
| Q1 ’26 | 24 | 3 |
| Q2 ’26 | 28 | 0 |
| Q3 ’26 | 4 | 0 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 42 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 43 flagged reviews.
Jim B
37 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-01-01
My wife and I have been coming here for YEARS! Always great food, fantastic atmosphere, and the most friendliest staff. We generally come here for special occasions. We always get the mussels and (if they have it) I get the Key Lime pie.
Felix Palacios
1 review
★★★★★
2017-02-14
Ray Correia
1 review
★★★★★
2017-12-18
Great food. Great service. Will be back.
Clark Whitsett
2 reviews
★★★★★
2018-07-21
tommy halvorsen
2 reviews
★★★★★
2018-08-24
Patrick makes me feel good. A very nice exsperience
Claire Le Coq
2 reviews
★★★★★
2018-09-19
Elliot Quartz
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-01-25
Alexander Jokanovic
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-07-18
Richard Duff
1 review
★★★★★
2019-08-03
Friedrich Walchshofer
2 reviews
★★★★★
2019-09-07
This place is awesome. All of the products they use, seem to be like from a very high quality. The creativity and also the way how they cook is very nice. Service is superfriendly and prices are absolutely okay for this quality and NYC. I love it!
Report generated Jul 18, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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