Jessica's at Swift House

Name: Jessica's at Swift House
Address: 25 Stewart Lane, Middlebury, VT, United States, 05753
Telephone: (802) 388-9925
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

550 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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A meal at Jessica's is always memorable. Jessica's Restaurant is located in the Swift House Inn in Middlebury, Vermont, just two blocks from downtown Middlebury. Set in an 1814 stately home, surrounded by beautiful lawns and gardens, Jessica's casual atmosphere is the perfect place for a dinner for two, or a celebratory dinner for four to forty!

Our Sommelier, David, can help you choose the right bottle of wine from the riches of our extensive cellar. We have won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for our wine list every year since 2006 and as of 2019 we have been the recipients of the Best of Award of Excellence! There are fewer than 1400 restaurants world-wide which have won at this level!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(802) 388-9925

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Breakfast
Daily 7:30 am–9:30 am
Weekday Dinner
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Weekend Dinner
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(802) 388-9925
Website
https://www.jessicasvermont.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Robert Fenn

Location
25 Stewart Lane Middlebury, VT 05753
Neighborhood
Middlebury
Cross street
Route 7
Parking details
Free parking on site for up to 40 cars.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Corn Chowder$8.00
Classic Caesar$8.00
Crisp romaine, shaved Parmesan, fresh warm croutons
Summer$10.00
Blueberries, farro, cucumbers, feta, toasted pine nuts, fresh lemon-mint dressing
Beet$11.00
Red and gold beets, spinach, orange ginger honey dressing, blue cheese crumbles, spiced walnuts
Caprese$11.00
Heirloom tomatoes, maple Brooke mozzarella, arugula, basil vinaigrette, balsamic reduction

Appetizers

Cauliflower florets$12.00
Light tempura-battered florets, clover honey-Dijon
Mussels Cioppino$12.00
PEI mussels, spicy tomato-garlic sauce with grilled batard
Fritters$14.00
Shrimp, sweet corn, chives, chipotle-lime aioli
Pate$14.00
Shallot and liver mousse, grilled batard, pickles
Cheese Selection$15.00
Featuring Blue Ledge Farms Lake's Edge, Orb Weaver's Vermont Farm House, and Jasper Hill Farm Bayley Hazen Blue

Entrees

All entrees except the Burger and Pasta are served with the vegetable of the day. Dishes are prepared and served as described. We would be happy to add a side dish

Vermont Burger$17.00
Char-grilled Boyden Farm grass-fed ground beef, Grafton Village cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, challah bun, choice of Belgian fries or field greens
Pasta$17.00
Pappardelle, oyster mushrooms, baby spinach, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, cream, aged parmesan
Roasted Poblano$20.00
Cheddar polenta, salsa, guacamole, black beans and rice
Baja Salmon$28.00
Faroe Island salmon fillet dusted with baja spice, pan blackened, avocado citrus emulsion, strawberry gremolata, saffron rice
Scallops$34.00
Pan-seared divers, mushroom risotto, heirloom cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, basil escabeche, feta
Ribeye Steak$36.00
Choice Angus aged to perfection, char-grilled, creamy horseradish sauce, crispy leeks, mashed potatoes
Duck Two Ways$38.00
La Belle Farm duckling, seared breast, roasted leg quarter, Port wine gastrique, potato croquette

What 550 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Boston / New England
Contemporary American
Vermont
Best Overall
Vermont
Best Food
Vermont
Best Service
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Best Ambiance
Vermont
Healthy
Vermont
Notable Wine List
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Superdupersecretguest
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Kindly request if Sommelier is going to have extended conversation with guest considering hosting a wedding, to do so quietly/not next to other tables. Paté was very tasty, though recommend artistic shape rather than a brown cylinder. Please don't change sticky ginger pudding. exquisite. Overall, very tasty, thank you.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The filet was the best I’ve ever had. My husband had the lobster ravioli with scallops and he absolutely loved every bite.
C
Cindy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One if the best meals we’ve had…..from the food, to the service, to the ambiance!
SH
ShawnH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner last night, i cannot recommend the duck highly enough! Excellent wine selection, professional service. Made the anniversary special.
BH
BrianH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Meal was excellent, service was excellent. But the quality of the coffee didn’t stand up to the rest of it. Was a bit of a letdown. Same thing happened at breakfast the next morning. My wife went to the keurig machine in the lobby for her second cup… Other than that, nothing but praise. Job well done
ID
IrisD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
The food was fresh and beautifully prepared. Our appetizers (salad and lobster bisque) were tasty. My friend ordered the Peanut Pasta which turned out to be quite spicy. I think they should mention on the menu that it is a spicy dish. My Steak Frites was well cooked but I thought the sauce was very bland. They should offer aioli along with catsup for the fries. I think the prices are too high and for that reason especially I will not dine there again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the exceptional service we received from the mixologist Laura. She was very knowledgeable about the menu items and drink pairings to our individual preferences. The lobsters bisque was to die for! Our meals were outstanding with layers of favors and perfect presentation. We were excited to try Chef Rob’s new menu and it did NOT disappoint!
BC
BillC
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice setting, excellent food and service. Highly recommended.
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mulvey
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Seated immediately; great, prompt service; delicious food, good quantity; inventive cocktail menu; kimchini, anyone?
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Robert
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, food and service. Best quality restaurant in Middlebury
KC
KimC
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu had options for all of us, the service was amazing and David the sommelier was so helpful and helped us pick the perfect wine. This will be a regular on our list of repeat places to dine.
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localyokul
Montreal
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The evening was wonderful from start to finish. The service and food was impeccable and we will be returning soon!
SM
SarahM
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our evening was outstanding! The recommended wine was indeed, exquisite, and our meals were tasty! Service was fabulous with just the right balance of attentiveness. I had revealed, upon making the reservation, that it was our son’s 20th birthday and with no further mention….dessert came with a birthday candle! It was our first time at Jessica’s and it was a wonderful dinner!
JD
JimD
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was very attentive and the food was delicious. We had a great time at a wonderful restaurant
SF
SFmama11
San Francisco
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Jessica’s is a restaurant that feels like you are eating in the dining room or parlour of someone’s home.. Set in the Swift House Inn, it is a suite of rooms, some 2-3 tables and one larger room with maybe 6-7 rooms. It serves breakfast with homemade pastries and dinner. It is one of the nicest places to eat in Middlebury. The service is friendly and prompt. The dinner menu featured meals like duck and venison that aren’t on many menus. We had venison and a veal chop, both served with broccolini. Both were cooked perfectly but the veal could have used a more spicy sauce. The Sticky Toffee Pudding was wonderful. We left very satisfied!
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OpenTable Diner
New England
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entire dinner was wonderful! We feel fortunate to have gone to Jessica’s for dinner!
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sarahh
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Impeccable food and the drink list is extravagant! Highly recommend for a lovely date night or special occasion evening!
MK
MichaelK
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal with excellent service.
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Brett
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Terrific environment for a couples dinner. Food is excellent. Service is great, in the easy-going, understated Vermont fashion.
MB
MaryB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Our meals were a little salty and we didn’t have a chance to look through the wine menu before we were approached with a tasting and pushed into a wine we may not have chosen without some more time. Our poached pear salad was delicious and they split it for us, Creme brûlée was mediocre.
MB
MaryB
Baltimore
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Service and food was wonderful. We were a bit cold - seated right next to a wall of windows.
ED
EricD
New York Area
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great celebration! We choose Jessica's to celebrate my wife's birthday with our close friends. We are very familiar with this restaurant and is one of our favorites. Their service never disappoints and the quality of food is top shelf. We all enjoyed a pre-dinner cocktail which was fabulous and always enjoy trying something new. We will certainly return for the next celebration.
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Xedo
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jessica’s is the perfect place for a special occasion. Being an inn, it has that warm cozy home feel. The fire side table was a nice treat. Food and service are excellent.
WS
WalterS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding in every respect. The mussels appetizer was to die for.
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kathy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such skilled and friendly staff. High quality food. Cozy fire. Safely distanced seating. Wine list staggering. Wonder-if the vegetarian offerings change?
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Dodo
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal; everything was cooked to perfection. Great place for a special occasion.
E
1bigEd
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an excellent time at Jessica's celebrating a newlywed couple. Staff at the Swift House and Jessica's were incredibly warm and caring, making the dinner extra special.
MZ
MarkZ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the moment you walk in the staff is friendly and inviting. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the service and food were top notch!
PG
PatrickG
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were excellent. I would highly recommend.
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Derekc
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service. Inn is beautiful. Portions were rather small.
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Restless
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall3food3service1ambience4
Quaint dining rooms, well prepared conventional food options. Our server was a bit too informal and quickly familiar with our table, asserting himself too much into our evening and creating a couple of awkward situations for us and our guests.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christmas gift
B
Bomont
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2021
overall4food3service4ambience4
The wine was excellent but the food, for us, didn’t measure up. My meat wasn’t cooked well and my mom didn’t like her pasta. It was also very noisy and with no rug to absorb the noise this isn’t a place for older people who can’t hear well.
RL
RobL
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience3
Service and food were very good, but the neighboring table was annoying.
RC
RonnieC
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love it there. Everything is great for that special occasion. The only thing is I don't like that they had veal on the menu. I didn't have it and I would not as, killing baby cow and eating is not my thing.
RS
RebeccaS
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Warm and cozy on a snowy night; excellent food and service
M
Madison
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
I honestly don’t know where to begin. We ate in the bar with Laura and she is fantastic! She makes you feel like an old friend. She was one of the highlights of our trip to Vermont. The food was to die for. We had the mussels, beef tenderloin, duck and crème brûlée and were shocked that our bill wasn’t higher than what it is. You can tell so much care and passion went into those dishes. It’s hard to pick what was our favorite. And that’s when you know you’ve had an outstanding meal. We will definitely be making The Swift House Inn and Jessicas a tradition going forward.
KD
KathyD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, quiet dining. Absolutely beautiful restaurant as part of an Inn. Tables are strategically placed for privacy of each party. The wood burning fireplace was a welcoming touch. Everything was fabulous.
C
Capon
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great time out with family. Fantastic staff, atmosphere and food.
CM
CarolineM
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jessica’s is my go-to restaurant in Middlebury. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly and quiet, the food always excellent and the wait staff attentive.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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 550 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(802) 388-9925

25 Stewart Lane Middlebury, VT 05753

Additional information

Cross street
Route 7
Neighborhood
Middlebury
Hours of operation
Breakfast
Daily 7:30 am–9:30 am
Weekday Dinner
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Weekend Dinner
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking on site for up to 40 cars.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Robert Fenn
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.jessicasvermont.com/
Phone number
(802) 388-9925

Jessica's at Swift House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Scallops

Beet

Pasta

Soup & Salads

Corn Chowder$8.00

Classic Caesar$8.00

Summer$10.00

Beet$11.00

Caprese$11.00

Appetizers

Cauliflower florets$12.00

Mussels Cioppino$12.00

Fritters$14.00

Pate$14.00

Cheese Selection$15.00

Entrees

Vermont Burger$17.00

Pasta$17.00

Roasted Poblano$20.00

Baja Salmon$28.00

Scallops$34.00

Ribeye Steak$36.00

Duck Two Ways$38.00

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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