Olivet - The Swiftwater Hotel

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   Stiene

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very nice ambiance. Some of the food portions are a bit small. This restaurant is trying to achieve that Michelin Star style of dining. We had the sea diver scallops which were delicious, however they do not include much for sides, they should have an ala carte option to add more sides. The foie gras appetizer was okay but a little disappointing, the chef made the foie gras into such a light and airy mousse, that it was actually a very small amount. My husband and I could not taste the rich savory flavor of the foie gras. We prefer foie gras more dense. The desserts were delicious, and generous in size. Expect to spend atleast $250+ per couple.
   

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   Kelli

   Philadelphia

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great first time experience. Friendly staff, excellent food. Looking forward to our next visit!
   

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   Jeffrey

   Poconos

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Very unorganized and disappointing considering we paid 165 per person for a four course Valentines Day dinner. They forgot our drinks and our order and then the servings came out out of order. So when they took back the servings they did not reheat them. On top of that they charged an automatic 22% tip. I think the food had good taste and the presentation was very nice. I just could not believe the service, or lack thereof.
   

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   Matthew

   Washington DC

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   Went for Valentine’s Dinner, reserved two weeks ahead and no one told us it was prefixed and $165 a person. Felt like a sneaky way to scam people, especially when they call us to confirm but don’t mention it and force you to stay or they’ll charge $160 if you no show. Drinks were extremely overpriced, a $21 cocktail and they use bottom shelf liquor?! Four roses for their bourbon in a $21 cocktail. Way overpriced, and will never go back.
   

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   jacobi

   Washington DC

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food. Great service. Great setting and surroundings. But way too pricey. $515 for me and my wife. 2 drinks each. But once a year id say it was worth it. Food was incredible
   

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   Steve

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   While the service was excellent, the price was insane. We reserved dinner (for 2) on Valentines Day, and when we saw the menu, there were two entree choices, filet mignon or lobster. To be clear, those would always be my top choices, even on a full menu, but not everyone feels that way. The price for dinner was $165 PER PERSON. When the check came, they automatically added a 22% tip, which I thought was inappropriate for just two people. I had 1 glass of wine, and our final bill with the gratuity was $485.00. Overall experience would have been more positive had it not been for the prices. I was looking around as new guests sat down and saw the menu for the first time, and needless to say, the facial expressions of some told a story.
   

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   Mercedes

   New York City

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for Valentine's Day and everything was perfect.
   

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   Bern

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   25 reviews

   5.0

   25 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely beautiful upscale dining experience. Glamour every where! Impeccable service. Beautiful friendly bar. This small restaurant had it all
   

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   Kenneth

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   filet is good but tad pricey for portion, drinks top notch. service great, apps were great as well.
   

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great experience with hands on table side service
    

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