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Lunch Patio - Sawa, Coral Gables, FL

Sawa

4.5
4.5
999 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–19:00 Bar Happy Hour Daily 16:00–20:00 Bellydancers Fri, Sat 20:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (305) 447-6555
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 999 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Miami

    Innovative

  • Miami

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Miami

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Miami

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sawa delights with its extensive menu and exceptional service. Praised for "superb service" and "tasty and juicy" lamb lollipops, it ensures a memorable dining experience. Guests enjoy the vibrant ambiance, complete with belly dancing. Despite mixed reviews, the sushi, hummus, and kebabs are standout dishes, making it a popular Miami spot.

999 Reviews
  1. Nicolas

    Miami

    12 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Bad experience. Not going back. Hostesses, eating while discussing our table, rude when I asked for a specific table, waiter had to intervene given the indifference. Food was awful. Tasted bland, likely warmed up in the microwave.

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  2. Ken

    New York City

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful outdoor dining experience here with an attentive server and excellent food. The only negative on the food was that the Greek salad was advertised as having olives and it had none because the restaurant was out of olives. We could’ve been told that at the time we placed our order. The portion size was Substantial. With the temperature in the upper 70s, it was a perfect evening to dine outdoors.

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  3. Christopher

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful night at SAWA. We had the Kebab Platter and it was more than enough for two. The ambiance was relaxing. The entertainment with the belly dancer was unexpected but great! I was one of the chosen ones to have a sword on their head! We had a great time! Definitely recommend!

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  4. Gerard

    Miami

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sawa never disappoints. The food was excellent, very tasty, and the menu is superb in its variety. The service was very good.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Mediocre food (being generous). Not inexpensive. No reason to ever go back.

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  6. kenS

    Miami

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 4 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time a sawa. We were outside and surprisingly with the fans it wasn't too hot. The menu is extensive with lot's of great options for any diet. We are disappointed they discontinued the lobster nori tacos, but there are lots of other options. It's a great value. Enjoy the belly dancing!

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  7. Nikkiredsauce

    Fort Lauderdale

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 22 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Go to spot in Miami for happy hour. Can’t be beaten! Every day

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  8. KimB

    Tampa

    52 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 9 June 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have eaten here before and had a great experience. Last night was just ok. The food was good - we had a variety of Tapas. Our favorite was the potato dish and the Brussels Sprouts. The service was sporadic. Belly dancer was a fun surprise.

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  9. LCSP

    Miami

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 30 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. The sushi sandwich is delicious, the hummus, chicken kabob, and dumplings were all great.

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  10. MariP

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were delicious. Service was Superb! Samantha took care of all our requests

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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 999 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.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Sawa

360 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ponce de Leon
  • Area
    Coral Gables
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–19:00 Bar Happy Hour Daily 16:00–20:00 Bellydancers Fri, Sat 20:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • 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
  • 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, Takeaway, 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.
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