The Bywater Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the vibrant culinary haven known as The Bywater, a Cajun and Creole gem nestled in Los Gatos, CA. This restaurant invites guests to indulge in a breakfast and brunch experience like no other, where the warmth of Southern flavors meets the ease of casual dining.
The menu is a celebration of rich, authentic dishes that reflect the heart and soul of Cajun culture. Every bite provides a vibrant mix of spices, comforting textures, and fresh ingredients that transport you straight to the bayou. While vegetarian options are limited, the robust meat dishes and hearty seafood options are sure to delight.
The atmosphere is casual yet inviting, making it perfect for families and groups. With amenities like outdoor seating, a full bar, and happy hour specials, dining here transforms into a delightful occasion. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely brunch or a festive dinner, The Bywater promises an unforgettable taste of Creole charm.
Starters
Simple Mixed Green Salad
7 fried chicken 7 fried shrimp
Shrimp Avocado Remoulade
Broiled Oysters With Chili Butter
Broiled Oysters West Bank
Half Dozen Raw Oysters
Dozen Raw Oysters
Oysters Rock A Fella Available After 5 PM
Chicken Liver Mousse On Levain Available After 5 PM
Shishito Peppers Available After 5 PM
Corn, Tomato, Watermelon Salad Available After 5 PM
Fried Shrimp
Crispy Fried Oysters
Hot Chicken
The Peacemaker
Oysters and Shrimp
Po Boys
Entrees
Rich Mans Red Beans And Rice Bowl
Rich Mans Red Beans And Rice Cup
Gumbo File
Rotating seafood, choice of mac salad or rice
Fried Chicken And Mac Salad
Market Vegetarian Jambalaya Available After 5 PM
Rotatingseasonal vegetables, rice
The Bywater Burger Available After 5 PM
carmelized onion gravy, cheddar, Manresa Bread poppyseed bun, served medium rare or well
Market Fish Available After 5 PM
rotating seafood, stewed tomato, okra, proper aioli
Beef Cheeks Available After 5 PM
squash, green Trinidad sauce
Cup Of Red Beans
Macaroni Salad
Creole Spiced Fries
Cup Of Gumbo FIle
Braised Collard Greens
Cup Of Grits
Sides
Desserts
Bywater Beignets
Butterscotch Pot De Creme Available After 5 PM
Chicken And Waffles
fried chicken and waffles, maple syrup, crystal hot sauce
Shrimp Scrambled Egg Po Boy
shrimp, scrambled eggs, crystal hot sauce, scallions
Bywater Breakfast Plate
biscuit, 2 eggs, choice of BBQ meat smoked brisket, smoked pork shoulder, or smoked andouille sausage
Smoked Brisket 12 Pound
Smoked Brisket 1 Pound
Smoked Pork Shoulder 12 Pound
Smoked Pork Shoulder 1 Pound
Smoked Andouille Sausage 12 Pound
Smoked Andouille Sausage 1 Pound
Smoked Andouille Sausage Po Boy
Smoked Brisket Po Boy
Smoked Pork Shoulder
Smokehouse Sampler Feeds 4
1.5 lbs Smoked Brisket, 1.5 lbs Smoked Pork Shoulder, Spicy BBQ sauce, coleslaw, Po Boy Rolls, housemade pickles
Buttermilk Biscuits
Handrolled served with honey butter
Garlic Bread
Creole Fries
Macaroni Salad
Baked Beans
Creole Pickled Eggs
Coleslaw
Sunday Menu Brunch till 3 PM and Smoked Meats till 8 PM
Crescent City Cocktails
Sazerac
rye, armagnac, Herbsaint, Peychauds, gomme
Clarified Ramos Gin Fizz
gin, lemon, lime, milk, orange flower water, soda
Frozen Voodoo Daiquiri
rum, pomegranate, lime, bitters
Nitro Pimms Cup
Pimms gin, lemon, cane
Creole Bloody Mary
choice of vodka, gin, or tequila
DG Old Fashioned
Rittenhouse rye, gomme, coffee bitters, Verve flash brew
Start Me Up
brandy, NOLA coffee, vanilla, condensed milk, Verve flash brew
Brunch Negroni
pineapple Campari, sweet vermouth, gin, bitters
Little Red Corvette
Aperol, gin, cane, lemon, soda
HuckABuck
vodka or tequila, mediera, watermelon, lemon
Improved Whiskey Cocktail
rye, Luxardo, Herbsaint, bitters