Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Swampscott

Let me start by saying that we ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE. Ledger is our go to place for special occasions, and we will continue to be back. On this visit however, there were a few minor issues that we haven't previously experienced here. The Popovers, an absolute must everytime we come, were a touch overcooked and tasted it. Also the cocktails at $15 a pop shouldn't be 80% ice in my opinion. And while I understand that this place features the grill on the kitchen, the vegetable medley on my chicken entree had several pieces of delecata squash that were beyond a good char. As mentioned, I'm sure this is a "one off" experience, as nothing like this has ever happened before, but I believe in honest feedback as a way to grow and improve, not necessarily just to be critical. I've appreciated this place for the better part of the last 7 or 8 years, and know that everything can't be perfect everytime, no matter how hard we try. Chef Daniel, and this culinary team are very skilled (there's a reason he was previously nominated for a James Beard award), and the FOH staff is always attentive and welcoming!

This place is great. I took my fiance there for Valentine’s Day and the food/drinks/ambiance were on spot. The staff were nice and checked in on us accordingly. I think the owners name is Amil (or Amille). He introduced himself to each of the customers including us. I would definitely come back again. There’s street parking but if you can’t find a spot, there’s small outdoor parking lots available a block or two away (just look for the Peabody parking lot signs) Thank you! Carlos

The Venetian is our favorite spot to go to. It’s very warm and welcoming and the food continues to be creative and very good. We especially like the pasta dishes as they are homemade with organic flour and the pork chop and steaks never a disappointment.

The waitress was really friendly. Service was awesome and the food was really, really great. We got the steak tartare for a starter and that was really good. Then my husband got the short rib ravioli and I got the salmon, both were excellent. Overall experience was awesome, would definitely recommend!

This is our regular place. Food it’s outstanding, lots of local flavors. If you are into local seafood, this is the place to eat. Service is outstanding, friendly attentive staff without being our face. Wonderful restaurant.