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Lunch Patio - Sawa, Coral Gables, FL

Sawa

4.5
4.5
937 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Sawa Restaurant & Lounge opened with a contemporary Mediterranean & Japanese dual-concept cuisine in early 2010 in the beautiful upscale Shops at Merrick Park.

Sawa's dual-concept tapas-centric menu was created to encourage a shareable dining experience. The menu tells a story of when the East meets the Far East and the unique offerings of contemporary Mediterranean & Japanese dishes merge an innovative sushi menu with a memorable ensemble of tapas and entrees. Guests can explore traditional Lebanese dishes, such as hummus, kibbeh, and falafel and expand into nouveau Mediterranean and Japanese flavors, as Sawa fuses together creative cuisine elements into one great menu.

While Sawa is known for its inclusive & creative menu and beautiful outdoor ambiance, entertainment is also an integral part of Sawa's story, focusing on an upscale eater-tainment concept as dinner guests are enchanted by live professional bellydance shows every weekend.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Bellydancers Fri, Sat 8:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (305) 447-6555

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Middle Eastern

  • Executive chef

    Jouvens Jean

  • Catering

    Several different indoor/outdoor, on-premise/off-premise options available.

  • Private party facilities

    We specialize in events and are very flexible in customizing your event to fit your needs. Visit our private dining page on our website for menus, pricing, and event coordinator contact information.

  • Private party contact

    Events Coordinator: (305) 447-6555

  • Neighborhood

    Coral Gables

  • Cross street

    Ponce de Leon

  • Parking details

    Mall Garage Parking, Street Parking and Mall Valet Parking available

  • Public transit

    Metrorail, Coral Gables FREE Trolley

  • Entertainment

    Live Bellydance Performances Friday and Saturday at 8:00pm and 10:00pm Annual Coveted NYE Dinnertainment extravaganzaRomantic Valentine's Entertainment

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 937 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Miami

    Kid-friendly

  • Miami

    Healthy

  • Miami

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Miami

    Great for scenic views

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience1
    The steak was below average and there were flies all around our food and that it difficult to enjoy the food.

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  2. MarleneF

    Miami

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place! Always consistently good food in a fun tapas way. Yet another time of us choosing Sawa to bring out of town guests :-). They enjoyed the food, outdoor atmosphere and belly dancer

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service2ambience5
    We had a table of 6 for Mother’s Day. The outdoor seating is extremely pleasant. There were many issues with the food and service though. The meat sampler entree came out first, before the tapas, then the other food slowly started to trickle out with gaps in between. The order of food, not everyone having food at the same time, plus forgotten food left people hungry and ruined the experience. Waiter took more than 6 minutes to bring ketchup and dirty dishes piled up attracting flies. The restaurant offered pita and ice cream on the house, but this was not the Mothers Day meal we were envisioning.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Food was awful and waiter had zero knowledge of the menu. Also forgot to put in an order for someone’s meal do they just shared everyone else’s meal. No need to return.

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  5. TerriM

    Detroit

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience4
    We regularly go to this restaurant and are returning customers. This time was a disaster. The waiter did not know the menu at all so we had to open and point to our choices. Asked for a bottle of wine and a glass of wine was delivered. At the end the bill was incorrect. Service very slow this time and it was a Thursday night. Hope it was just an off day

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The menu changed and maybe the chef did too. The first time we went was way better.

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  7. Lovefood

    Naples

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and great happy hour prices on the Tapas.

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  8. SatisfyyourCRAVE

    Miami

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our monthly meeting is a treat every time. The service is welcoming and makes us feel at home.

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  9. fernandom

    Mexico City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall1food3service5ambience4
    The men restroom doesn’t work and the mall restrooms were closed

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food quality and freshness. Nice staff I will definitely recommend this restaurant!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Sushi rolls were excellent! Service was fairly good except server forgot one of our two appetizers and we didn’t get it until after we asked and entrees were already served. Also, half our party’s entrees were served and there was a five minute wait for the other half. Belly dancer show was very cool. Outdoor garden seating was very nice.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food was great but the service was a bit slower than I would’ve expected.

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  13. RocioG

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was very good. The service was ok. The only thing that we were surprised to see was the upcharge for ordering an old fashion with a premium bourbon. We paid $22 for it which I feel is excessive. We then went across the way to Perry’s for another drink and dessert and the same old fashion was $17 and this is an expensive steak house. Just be aware.

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  14. Slimshady

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Highly mediocre experience. Food was decent. Tables packed together like sardines. Ambience is terrible. Belly dancer completely unnecessary and music so loud you can't talk. Service was weak.

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  15. GerardS

    Miami

    82 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food was outstanding. The service felt rushed; not a good thing for this type of restaurant. We had previously inquired if the honored the Primecard card and they said yes. When it came time to pay, they said the Primecard machine was not working. We have had this issue a number of times in restaurants that take advantage of Primecard marketing but don't really want to offer the discount. They really should not do that to clients. If you say you honor the card, honor it no questions asked. After we insisted, they ran the card again and it worked. We like Sawa, we have been coming there for years and will continue to do so. We fully expect not to encounter the same issue with Primecard ever again.

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  16. Luv2dine

    Miami

    35 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    Service was outstanding great people working there and super pleasant. Belly dancer was fun. Food was below average.

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  17. SaraE

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food and ambiance. The service was also excellent.

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  18. Ozzy

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was awesome!

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  20. AndyR

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience!!

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  21. DietDiva

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    This place is ok. Beautiful setting but very poor service and the food is just ok. If you want to just people watch and enjoy a couple of drinks and some light fare then this works.

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  22. PatriciaK

    Tampa

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and great food. Very nice to sit outside and enjoy the casual environment. The price is affordable and you can easily share the plate. We had the Pinot Noir from Hahn Winery, one Mediterranean appetizer and the lamb kabob with truffle fries. Great option!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really loved the food!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time at Sawa! Food is delicious and the staff is amazing.

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  25. LIlyo

    Miami

    112 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a group of 10 to celebrate January bdays. Had a great time. Loved the expresso martini ! A must try

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an amazing time! We usually come for happy hour, but needed a dinner spot, and did not disappoint! (a few apps we got are pictured below)

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  27. Jess

    Miami

    54 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice spot to enjoy a day out outside. Sunday drinks deal was great. For Brunch. Wish they hadn’t changed the menu so much after Covid though. Family and I used to be regulars here but stopped going often after 3 of our favorites are no longer offered (short rib pizza, aoli creamy ceviche and short rib potatoes). Wish they would bring them back :(.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had excellent service from Eddie. Food came out fast and was very tasty.

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  29. ADiscerningTraveler

    Miami

    81 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Outdoor seating is great during this time of year. The servers were very attentive.

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  30. nichelleh

    Miami

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    The food was overpriced for the quality. While the specialty roll sushi was very good the lamb in the pita was over cooked and very tough. Next time I would just stick to sushi and drinks.

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  31. William

    Miami

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I recently had the pleasure of dining here and it was truly exceptional. The ambiance was awesome, the food was outstanding, and the service was impeccable. The menu offered a wide variety of delicious dishes, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The attentive and knowledgeable staff went above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a remarkable culinary adventure. It's a true gem that deserves every bit of praise.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good attention

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  33. DeeA

    Miami

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing vibe !! Delicious diverse cuisine infused by Japanese and Lebanese influence. Service was exceptional and attentive to every detail for a memorable dining experience. Our waiter my apologies I don’t have his name was spot on his recommendations. Will be returning soon again !!

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  34. CarynS

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Very poor service Dinners arrived about 10 minutes apart so my food was cold by the time my friend got her dinner. Shrimp kebabs and sautéed spinach so over salted!!!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    This place used to be my favorite when I was in town. However, since last October they seem to have gotten a new chef and changed the menu. I used to get the vegetable kabobs and now those are off the menu. The chicken kabobs were okay, but the garlic aioli wasn’t seasoned and didn’t taste like garlic. The angus kabobs had a good flavor, but weird texture. The mojitos, which are usually my favorite part of the restaurant, weren’t mixed and were pure syrup until I mixed it with my straw. I’ll give it another try next time I’m in town, but if it’s anything like this visit, I don’t think I’ll be back.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience3
    New Years DJ was NO GOOD!!! Horrible! The food was bad ! My mother in law ended up in bathroom. The only thing I can say was good Was The Service! I went there 3 years ago for New Years and it was much much better . Thought it would be the same . Boy was I was wrong. Bathroom was broken in lady’s restroom. The line was out the door!

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  37. Alouwishes

    Fort Lauderdale

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food was OK. It was new years event and the show was decent. The pre fix menu was OK. The first course had a good selection but chip was a bit stale, they probably platted these too early, plus the night was very humid. Second course more of the same, the fried rice squares with Wagyu beef was fried too soon and room temperature making feel stale. The tuna tartare was good but need a bit more citrus flavor like ponzu or maybe serve with ginger. The lobster ceviche was decent. The Last course beef seemed as though it was sous vied making the beef a bit tougher than needed.the cod was a bit salty also. Overall it was ok experience, definitely could have been better.

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  38. JamelO

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    First the service very slow, the place unorganized for the New Year celebration, and for $199 per person, you get 2 appetizer and one tapas and a cheap glass of champagne , at any giving day it might cost $40. The show was very bad, they hired few girls dressed in a cat custom with the same moves for 3 hours, and a spa music which made the crowd very sleepy and no one interacted with the music or each other, it felt like you are sitting in a funeral , the place came to live just 10 minutes before midnight. I would not recommend to any one , zero value for the food, service , atmosphere ,and entertainment .

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  39. ThaydeeM

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Me encanta Sawa, el ambiente , la comida , la atención es amable , pero no es excelente, es un punto a mejorar

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  40. ShirleyK

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The fried rice was awesome! Service was very good

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FAQs

Sawa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 447-6555.

Sawa is rated 4.5 stars by 937 OpenTable diners.

Sawa does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Sawa

360 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Ponce de Leon

  • Neighborhood

    Coral Gables

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Bellydancers Fri, Sat 8:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Mall Garage Parking, Street Parking and Mall Valet Parking available

  • Public transit

    Metrorail, Coral Gables FREE Trolley

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Middle Eastern

  • Executive chef

    Jouvens Jean

  • Entertainment

    Live Bellydance Performances Friday and Saturday at 8:00pm and 10:00pm Annual Coveted NYE Dinnertainment extravaganzaRomantic Valentine's Entertainment

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (305) 447-6555

  • Catering

    Several different indoor/outdoor, on-premise/off-premise options available.

  • Private party facilities

    We specialize in events and are very flexible in customizing your event to fit your needs. Visit our private dining page on our website for menus, pricing, and event coordinator contact information.

  • Private party contact

    Events Coordinator: (305) 447-6555

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