Sweetwater Tavern and Grille, Chicago, IL

Sweetwater Tavern and Grille

Name: Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
Address: 225 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United States, 60601
Telephone: (312) 698-7111
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

1135 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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A vibrant bar and restaurant offering modern American food complemented by craft beer, seasonal cocktails, and an upbeat atmosphere. Sweetwater is the perfect destination for lunch, dinner, after-work drinks, and late night celebrating.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

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Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Sports Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 698-7111
Website
https://www.sweetwatertavernandgrille.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/sweetwater-tavern-and-grille-chicago
Private party facilities
Sweetwater is perfect for corporate or social events and large groups with our huge restaurant and private dining room in Chicago. Our private and semi-private event space can hold up to 150 guests for a wide range of parties, dinners and events.https://www.sweetwatertavernandgrille.com/private-dining-event-space/
Private party contact
Rachel Konopacz: (312) 698-7111

Location
225 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60601
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross street
N Michigan Ave & East South Water Street
Parking details
Metered street parking available, multiple public and private parking garages within 2 blocks.
Public transit
Michigan & South Water
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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1,135 Reviews

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LizzyI
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food2service3ambience4
The food was unseasoned and nothing spectacular. Personally, I wouldn’t go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
Delicious burger with Avocado. Nice relaxing but yet professional atmosphere
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JosRad
Chicago
23 reviews
vip
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Outdoor setting on the sidewalk on a beautiful Chicago day can't be beat. Service was very good. My fish tacos were overloaded with raw onion - of large chunks of raw onion. It would have been far too much had I asked for extra raw onion, which I did not. They were basically Raw Onion Tacos with some fish. Not good.
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience4
The service was decent and the appetizer was good but my main was terrible. It was the Nashville hot chicken wrap and there was very little chicken, and it was drenched in the hot sauce, surrounded by soggy vegetables.
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MyekaS
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was so delicious!!! I truly enjoyed myself. My favorite was the Buffalo wings.
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Sleepdoc
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service was polite efficient and food was perfect for what we needed for a lunch just after a hectic travel morning. Convenient location.
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AdrienneH
St. Louis
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience4
The service was poor and it felt intentional. I couldn’t present the problem to the manager because it was the manager who was the problem. My friend and I were the first customers there. We began to see several others get their order before us. After 40 minutes of no attention I inquired with the server (I had to go find her) and the manager brought our orders shortly thereafter. I told him we were dismayed that the orders took so long and he responded with Emmy winner fake sympathy, “Oh, well. I’ll have to check with the chef on that.” The taste and cost of the food could not outweigh the trashy service.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My best friend and I had a great time! The food was delicious in the service was excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was tasty and reasonably priced. Loved the cauliflower appetizer and Salmon dinner was great since it wasn’t over cooked.
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kathya
Chicago
291 reviews
vip
5.0
291 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and service outstanding. Niema was very professional and took good care of us. Lots of choices. Plus great outside seating.
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CarolD
Exclusive
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
This was a quick lunch and everything was great. Food was very good. Server was very nice and friendly and safe (wearing a mask). Will definitely return.
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mdillon41
Chicago
65 reviews
vip
4.0
65 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
A nice restaurant on Michigan Avenue, good for people watching. Good service.
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Puddinhead
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was OK TO MY wife needing more seasoning for the fish taco. The Sam could be said about the Grouper, but I though the sauce was very good. The service was outstanding. I was able to discuss with our Waiter the various beers on tap menu, and he went out of his way to bring a flight of tastes so I could decide which one I wanted to order.
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KK78
New York Area
84 reviews
vip
3.0
84 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience3
Unfortunately the beginning of our dining experience started with waiting 20 minutes just to be addressed by our waiter, but it picked it up after that. The Hot Blooded bloody mary not only looked amazing (topped with pickles, onion rings, pepperoni, hard boiled egg and a cheese curd), but actually tasted good too! The build it yourself taco platter was delicious.
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dukeps
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super friendly staff and delicious food! We came with our dog and sat at the patio area; the staff even had a couple of dog treats for our pet!
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toddW
Milwaukee
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food! Drinks were very good to! Manager was very helpful to their staff. Chicken nachos we Awesome! We will definitely visit here again when we come back to Chicago!
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kathya
Chicago
291 reviews
vip
5.0
291 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great but our server was outstanding. Very attentive and pleasant. Im sorry I don’t remember his name. I was there Wednesday at the lunch hour. Great guy.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience3
Expected better food. The meatloaf was pretty disgusting but appetizers were decent. Waiter was great
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CarmelitaA
Chicago
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
Service was minimal. I returned my steak it wasn't eat able. Definitely will not return
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JanaA
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Sat on the patio. Beautiful evening. Food was very good. Server was a bit hard to understand but did a fairly good job. Overall a good experience. Would return when we are in town again.
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KimB
Nashville
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great place for Sunday Brunch on the outdoor patio.
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Birthdaydiner
Indiana
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The music was a bit too loud and distracting. Overall the food was good, and I will return.
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Lauren
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Amazing food! We went for brunch. The breakfast tacos were some of the best I’ve ever had. The chicken and waffles were absolutely delicious. Food came out quickly!
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TobeyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food, location, and service were all excellent. Only downside is tables are high tops which is a pain with kids but only a minor inconvenience.
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Ladygurdon
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious. Service personable. I really enjoyed the ambiance. Would love to eat there again.
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SharionW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Had a hard time making reservations. When I arrived the place was empty and it never filled to capacity. Waiter rushed and didn’t seem familiar with the menu selections. It wasn’t a bad experience; just an okay experience. I have been a patron for years and will continue to dine with you.
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MaryGS
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Nice clean, bright restaurant. Comfortable seating & great service!
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BarbaraC
Chicago
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
A great place for better than average food that you would expect to find at a tavern. Great beer choices!
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Kellym
Houston
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Had the chicken nachos and pretzel bites! Both were very good. Also the white sangria was good as well.
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GGCC
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was awesome! Food was great...would come back again
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great experience! The food was delicious, the service was awesome, everyone was super nice and we had a great time. We will definitely be back next time we are in town!
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Katarina
Chicago
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious drinks and food. We enjoyed the specialty cocktails.
Sweetwater Tavern and GrilleResponded on June 30, 2023
Katarina, we're so glad you enjoyed everything. Thanks for the five-star review. We can't wait to see you again!
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HeatherN
Charlotte
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and attentive wait staff. They were kind enough to bring my son a happy birthday plated dessert after we had only mentioned that was the reason for our trip.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a Beautiful Experience food was great and waitress even Greater
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Marcia
Chicago
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great old fashioned. Be sure to have tater tots with your sandwich. Service was excellent.
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kaylap
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Great service and good food. Located in a great location too.
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PamC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The party I was with we all had something different and anyone loved there food we sat and talk to catch up we all had a great time, we will go back.
Sweetwater Tavern and GrilleResponded on June 23, 2023
Pam, we're glad to hear your entire group had a great time and enjoyed their meals. We look forward to hosting you again soon! –Grace
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall1food4service2ambience4
It took over an hour to get our food :( and pretty expensive for what we got
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ! Very good service and food. Everything looked and tasted exactly what I saw on reviews
Sweetwater Tavern and GrilleResponded on June 12, 2023
Thank you for leaving us a nice review. We're so glad you had such a great experience, and we appreciate you letting us know how our team stepped up their hospitality during your visit. We're looking forward to your next visit and cooking for you again soon. Cheers!
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TiffanyW
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Friendly and accommodating staff. We needed to add an extra person to our table last minute and they were very friendly about it. Salmon salad was excellent. The hot chicken salad was great too!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Sweetwater Tavern and Grille using the Order Online button. Sweetwater Tavern and Grille also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 698-7111.

Sweetwater Tavern and Grille is rated 4.4 stars by 1135 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sweetwater Tavern and Grille

225 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60601

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
N Michigan Ave & East South Water Street
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Sports Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered street parking available, multiple public and private parking garages within 2 blocks.
Public transit
Michigan & South Water
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.sweetwatertavernandgrille.com/
Phone number
(312) 698-7111
Catering
https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/sweetwater-tavern-and-grille-chicago
Private party facilities
Sweetwater is perfect for corporate or social events and large groups with our huge restaurant and private dining room in Chicago. Our private and semi-private event space can hold up to 150 guests for a wide range of parties, dinners and events.https://www.sweetwatertavernandgrille.com/private-dining-event-space/
Private party contact
Rachel Konopacz: (312) 698-7111

Sweetwater Tavern and Grille

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 1,135 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

FAQs

Does Sweetwater Tavern and Grille offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sweetwater Tavern and Grille restaurant rated?

Is Sweetwater Tavern and Grille currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information