Jessica's at Swift House

4.9

908 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Jessica's at Swift House Inn is located in Middlebury, Vermont, just two blocks from downtown Middlebury. Set in an 1814 stately home, surrounded by beautiful lawns and gardens, Jessica's elegant atmosphere is the perfect place for a dinner for two, or a celebratory dinner for four to forty. Come experience Chef Rob Fenn's seasonal, Vermont-inspired menu.

Jessica's is the recipient of the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for our wine list, one of only a handful of restaurants in Vermont and fewer than 1400 restaurants world-wide so honored.

Outdoor seating is weather dependent.

Please note when making a reservation that parties of 2 are allotted 90 minutes to dine; parties of 4, 2 hours and parties of 6 or more, 2.5 hours. Also, please note that we plan on seating your party in the dining room at the time of your reservation. If you'd like to relax with a pre-dinner beverage in the bar or parlor, we invite you to arrive well before your reservation time.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian
Hours of Operation
Weekday Dinner Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Weekend Dinner Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
Phone number
(802) 388-9925
Website
https://swifthouseinn.com/dine/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Robert Fenn
Catering
Unfortunately, we do not cater offsite events at this time.
Private party facilities
Call 802-388-9925 for any questions about private events.

Location
25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury, VT 05753
Area
Middlebury
Cross Street
Route 7
Parking details
Free parking on site for up to 40 cars.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 908 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Vermont
Best Overall
Vermont
Best Food
Vermont
Best Service
Vermont
Best Ambience
Vermont
Best Value
Vermont
Neighbourhood gem
Vermont
Great for fine wines
Vermont
Good for special occasions
Vermont
Lively
Northern Vermont
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jessica's at Swift House offers a "wonderful dining experience" with consistently "amazing food" and "outstanding service." The charming venue, cozy ambiance, and "extensive wine list" enhance every visit. Guests rave about the "superb hospitality" and "delicious" dishes like tuna and sticky toffee pudding. Truly a "top choice in Vermont."

908 Reviews

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Jonathan
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We could eat that sticky toffee pudding every day -- blood sugar be damned!
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Jim
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I have eaten at Swift House many times and the food is always good, but last night's meal was superb! My strip steak was perfectly charred, tender, with an excellent sauce. The service too was particularly warm and inviting. P.S. I find the credit card requirement for reservations (particularly the stiff amounts) off-putting, though I always call to cancel when necessary
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Jeanne
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner with knowledgeable and great service. Sommelier was accessible and great at advice. Highly recommend.
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Eric
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great, service great food, and a lovely atmosphere. The experience was very welcoming and appropriate for the special occasion we were celebrating. The waiter was attentive, and helpful with menu choices. He provide a light atmosphere of humor.
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Eileen
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very upscale. The best restaurant in the area. Creative menu and extensive wine list. The owner and sommelier are friendly and very engaging. The atmosphere is warm and cozy.
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Carolyn
VIP
Greater Boston
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 16 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was outstanding from the bread, both of our small plates & large plates to the dessert. I'm not sure I've ever had a restaurant experience where every single dish was as delicious.
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Kelly
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another delicious dinner at Jessica‘s! The tuna was perfectly prepared, the beet salad I could eat three times a day (and who says that about beets?), and the sticky toffee with salted caramel and candied ginger…. Well there went my New Years Resolution. In addition, the staff are so kind and thoughtful, the environ so cozy. I‘ll be back again when I return to the area.
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Mark
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jessica's is our special go-to for a wonderful evening out. We've never had a bad meal or experience. Food and drinks were top notch. Staff was excellent. HIghly recommend.
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Shawn
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful evening dining at Jessica's Restaurant at The Swift House. The food was amazing, and the service by Jaye was excellent. Cocktails at the bar with their mixologist Laura is a great way to begin your evening. Everything from appetizers to dessert was delicious. Also, we happened to dine on a Fancy Friday which includes DJ and dancing, great fun. This restaurant truly stands out as one of the best dining experiences in Vermont!
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Rebecca
Greater Boston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner tonight at Jessica’s at The Swift House. I am never disappointed at Jessica’s - exceptional wine, delicious food, convivial server, cozy ambiance!
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FAQs

Jessica's at Swift House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (802) 388-9925.

Jessica's at Swift House is rated 4.9 stars by 908 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury, VT 05753

Additional information

Cross Street
Route 7
Area
Middlebury
Hours of Operation
Weekday Dinner Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Weekend Dinner Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking on site for up to 40 cars.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Robert Fenn
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://swifthouseinn.com/dine/
Phone number
(802) 388-9925
Catering
Unfortunately, we do not cater offsite events at this time.
Private party facilities
Call 802-388-9925 for any questions about private events.

Jessica's at Swift House

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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What 908 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Jessica's at Swift House restaurant rated?

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