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The Bywater

4.5

About this business

Founded by David Kinch, chef of the three-Michelin star Manresa restaurant, The Bywater celebrates the city where Kinch first learned how to cook. The menu features New Orleans-inspired dishes and southern staples like fried green tomatoes and po'boys, a raw bar, a list of classic and eclectic New Orleans cocktails, beer, wine and more. 

Location details

532 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA, 95030, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Kami Johnson Pacheco 
8 years ago

The bartender was not attentive, there was a sewage smell that they were aware of...it was worse when their happy hour "slurpee machine" was blowing air. They moved us to a table only to find that the bartender had never put in our food order, so we paid the bill and left. I'd been there one other time and it was just ok. 

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Patrick Londrigan 
8 years ago
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Michelle Bowen 
8 years ago

This place is the perfect neighborhood restaurant/Bar. The Best oysters in Los Gatos. I recommend Hammersley oysters and grassy bar oysters . They are so flavorful. Also the service is great. Love the Bartenders , Jeremy makes some unbelievably good cocktails � � 

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Stella Stellita 
8 years ago
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Marian Williams 
8 years ago

Had a very nice experience at The Bywater. A friend and I met for a relaxed lunch, and were very happy. The wait staff was friendly and prompt. Our food arrived as ordered. Presentation was very clean. I ordered a cocktail, which seemed to take quite a while, but it was delicious. Plates were swiftly removed when we showed signs of being finished. What I really liked, is there wasn't a rushed feeling. Many restaurants where you dine for lunch are pushing you through the meal. That was not my experience at The Bywater. We wer... read more

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Betty Sun 
8 years ago

We went there 4 times in 7 days. That says it all. 

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Lynne Bryant 
8 years ago
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Gilbert Vendryes 
8 years ago
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Marina Hanson 
8 years ago

It was our 1st time there (group of 5), & we all LOVED it! The food was delicious & creative, the service was very attentive, we were very pleased with the ambience as well! Definitely one of the favorite places in LG to hang out at! 

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How is The Bywater rated?

The Bywater has a 4.5 star rating with 917 reviews. 

When is The Bywater open?

The Bywater is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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