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Food - Sweetwater Chophouse, Defiance, OH

Sweetwater Chophouse

4.7 (1323)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
211 Carpenter Rd, Defiance, OH 43512

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Sweetwater Chophouse

4.7
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Defiance

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
We Are Open for Lunch Daily at 11am (reservations not taken for lunch Please call for Large Party Lunch Reservations)

Sweetwater Chophouse, Fired Stone Tavern & 4kd Crick Brewery are located on Eagle Rock Golf Club. Open to the public 7 days a week. This is the spot for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, company parties or if you are just in the mood to come out to enjoy a mouth-watering meal and amazing signature drinks. The focus for Executive Chef Aaron Weible is to maintain a scratch kitchen. Preparing everything daily from sauces to breads. Utilizing local area farmers for fresh vegetables and using our on-site herb garden. We take great pride in providing each of our guests a WOWing experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch (Walk-ins Only Call for Large Party Reservations) Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Weible
  • Catering
    Contact Aaron at chefaaron@sweetwaterchophouse.com for more info..
  • Private party facilities
    Contact Gayle at info@sweetwaterchophouse.com for more info..
  • Neighborhood
    Defiance
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Sweetwater Chophouse.

4.7

4.7
(1323)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Best Overall

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Best Food

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Best Service

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Best Ambiance

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Best Value

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Good for groups

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Good for special occasions

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Lively

  • Toledo / Northwest Ohio

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sweetwater Chophouse offers a delightful dining experience with "great food" and "wonderful service". The atmosphere is enhanced by views of the golf course and "art deco ambiance". The salad bar is a highlight, but keep an eye out for monthly specials. Guests appreciate the "attentive staff" and diverse menu options.
1,323 Reviews
  1. Gerald

    Toledo8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Salad bar was very good! Short Rib was fatty. Shrimp Linguine was ok.

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  2. Michelle Gold

    San Francisco24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always good! Atmosphere is always great! The staff always friendly and helpful.

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  3. Lynette

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Good is always delicious, salad bar fresh and great variety of choices. Crème brûlée is a must!

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  4. Tim

    Toledo3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as always. Always the place for our family’s benchmark events

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  5. Anita

    Indiana9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Be sure to always check their monthly specials! The Brussels sprouts with cranberries and goat cheese were delicious! Our waitress was great; friendly, checked back with us, made suggestions.

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  6. Barbara Gold

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was very pleasant, only complaint I have is that it took a long time for her to stop at the table to see if we wanted anything else. She may have had tables in another area, my bill was also wrong but she fixed it. Also I had reservations, that were apparently given to another group. We were seated promptly however, luckily our group a a cancellation and we didn’t end up needing the larger table.

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  7. Gary Gold

    Washington DC164 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our large business group of 14 guests. Eli and team did a wonderful job of keeping things moving along at the right pace , our drinks filled and all with a big smile. We love the interior art deco ambiance and golf course green views!

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  8. Brad

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another enjoyable evening and meal! Steak and Seafood AuGratin were excellent! Thank you

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  9. Sandy

    Toledo1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a party of 7 with one toddler. The waiter was very on top of things and did a great job. The food was superb, we got the sirloin special and it was cooked to perfection. It was very tender.

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  10. Mark

    Toledo1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Server Cierra was very good and attentive to our needs. Ribeye was overcooked. Asked for medium rare, received medium to well done. Good flavor though. Salad bar was appealing (though a little gnat was also enjoying the salad bar). Soup very good!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch (Walk-ins Only Call for Large Party Reservations) Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Aaron Weible
  • Catering
    Contact Aaron at chefaaron@sweetwaterchophouse.com for more info..
  • Private party facilities
    Contact Gayle at info@sweetwaterchophouse.com for more info..
  • Neighborhood
    Defiance
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Portions at Sweetwater Chophouse tend to be satisfying, guests specifically praise the large, well-stocked salad bar and say entrees left them satisfied on many visits.

Yes, Sweetwater Chophouse is often chosen for anniversaries and date nights, with several guests describing special anniversary dinners and enjoyable date visits.

Sweetwater Chophouse can get very busy at times, guests report it being “extremely busy” on some evenings and especially busy during holiday weekends such as July 4th; Sunday afternoons have been described as quieter and more relaxed.

Sundays are a lovely choice, guests praise relaxed Sunday afternoon and lunch visits at Sweetwater Chophouse, enjoying the meal and comfortable seating.

Yes, families are welcome; guests have brought children and even celebrated a grandson’s 13th birthday, with staff stepping in to make the visit special.

Yes, Sweetwater Chophouse offers outdoor dining on a veranda/terrace that overlooks the golf course, a spot guests have enjoyed for al fresco meals and views.

Sweetwater Chophouse feels polished and welcoming, tasteful decor, panoramic golf-course views, multiple dining rooms and a veranda, and it’s a popular spot for celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed attire is appropriate, and many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and special celebrations.

At Sweetwater Chophouse, Sunday afternoons are a lovely, quieter time to visit, guests report being seated in comfortable, calm areas for a relaxed meal.

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A photo of Sweetwater Chophouse restaurant

Sweetwater Chophouse

4.7
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Defiance

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
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