The Sweet Life Cafe

This review is based on our experience having dinner in November 2023. The Sweet Life was a truly surprise, an amazing hidden gem in Oak Bluffs, MV. The kitchen is audacious, their dishes show a genuine desire to take risks and whoever is in charge is delivering. Portions are correct, enough. Every ingredient has a purpose, each one has its moment in the journey. The grilled octopus resembles an interpretation of the Spanish dish pulpo a la gallega. The ricotta cavatelli is like if you were eating pasta with a hint of key lime pie. The anchovies in the mafalde, shout here we are!, but just at the right moment. And then, at the very end, you think all is over, the chocolate budino blows your head off. The service is attentive, simple, gracious. The ambiance, just like you'd expect from a place like this in MV. There's a disconnection with the 3-star menu and the rest of the place (not a complaint! is more like a compliment). You don't need the up-scale snobby set-up to deliver a fantastic experience.

Super cute place!! Loved my tangerine pomegranate mimosa, first time trying that flavor combo. Food was delicious and the french toast could possibly be the best I've ever eaten! Staff was amazing and fun! I went solo and thoroughly enjoyed myself. And the music they played was PHENOMENAL!! Definitely returning with friends in tow!!

I am startled, shocked, and curiously disgusted to see this restaurant does not have 100% 5 star reviews. We had an extremely satisfying and enjoyable dinner with a group of four of us this evening. I had the best cooked tuna I have ever had and everybody enjoyed their choices. What a nice place. The outdoor seating was perfect. I wish we could give “The Sweet Life” more than 5 stars to round up some of our lower star brothers and sisters. Yum. Thanks.

Worth every penny. A fine dining experience with a low key outdoor setting. Wait staff well informed, and happy to make suggestions. Creative menu with focus on local seasonal produce. I loved that at no point did we feel rushed and that they honored our reservation during their very busy Beach Road Weekend when the entire island was packed to overflowing. I'd give ten stars if I could. Thank you Sweet Life Cafe!

I had the tasting menu. The food section was delicious and had some surprises in it. The flavors were generally light and refreshing, excellent choices for summer. Each dish's presentation was artistic and beautiful. Stand outs included the lamb tartare, the scallops with nettle soup, and the panna cotta dessert. The service was polite and attentive, however I would have liked to see more introduction for each course in the tasting. I ate outside in the garden, which was lovely and had nice ambience. The chairs for the outdoor tables were a little uncomfortable. Overall I had a great experience and would enjoy coming again.