1640 Hart House

Absolutely stunning venue! Attended a wedding rehearsal dinner last night. This place is beautiful. Great service, wonderful staff, great drinks and food. I highly recommend. I would love to come back if I'm ever up this way again.

Absolutely amazing New England restaurant in a multi-room setting with tavern vibes and also cozy ambiance. Server Jen was amazing. Wonderful food. Hearty portions. Well staffed. Attentive and engaging. Don't rush through your dinner here. You will want to stay a while. A little of the olde, a lot of the new. This was a delightful experience. I love it.

Great food. Great pours. Great bartenders! I've been here a few times and have never been disappointed. I always sit at the bar and if you want to get a seat make sure you are at the doors as soon as they open. The dining room looks nice but definitely a different vibe. The portions are huge and the menu has a good variety of options. It's a true tavern so the lighting is dark and cozy. I don't usually go during the summer or sunny days but it's perfect for when the weather changes over.

1640 Hart House in Ipswich is one of my go-to spots. The staff is always friendly and helpful when it comes to the menu. Last time, I had the pan-seared salmon, and it was excellent--cooked just right. They take reservations ahead of time, and I've never had any issues getting a table. It's a solid choice if you're looking for a good meal in a nice, relaxed setting.

Just moved to the Boston area and celebrated our anniversary here. The clam chowder was excellent NE, and the French Onion soup was classic. I had the baked oysters, which was a first for me and I'd return for them as well as the mussels! We had the special Sea Bass and the Seafood Risotto, both large portions and excellent! Their special Old Fashion was made the same way as my all time favorite of bourbon on the rocks with an orange slice or twist but made perfect muddled with sugar and cherries. The Old Fashioned and wine were huge free pours.Reservations are difficult to get, so plan early and let them respond with availability. The large private parking lot is not large enough!! Cars were overflowing to the side street!Will return for sure!

This restaurant is like taking a step back in time - old wood, fireplaces galore and cozy vibes. The moment you sit down, you're greeted by someone who hand picks a dark or white roll for you, with butter on the table. It's nice that there's a bottle of water at the table too. We ordered the French onion soup cups, which was the perfect size before diving into our entrees. The menu is extremely diverse, but the comfort foods stole the show (pot roast and meatloaf). We ended with the caramel bread pudding, which was absolutely delicious. Portions are generous and prices are extremely affordable, which is a combination hard to come by today. Definitely recommend making a reservation, but looking forward to coming back the next time we're visiting family on the North Shore.

Wow, what a nosedive. This was one of the best places to eat at, but not now. My lamb had the texture of being frozen for a century with freezer burn. Mashed potatoes were like instant ones. My wife's plate was pretty bad too. Couldn't believe how expensive it was for such brutal plates. Only saving grace that night was our server, who was super nice, and, they still pour a good drink. I was there last about 10-12 months ago and it was superb. In the meantime I kept getting turned away for not having reservations. After this they are going to have to chase me to get in there. Never again.

Genuinely the best restaurant in the ipswich area - super consistent for the past 10 years! Not bad pricing and lovely atmosphere in the restaurant! Service is always top notch as well

Best meal I had visiting the area. Had the Parmesan crusted Halibut with a citrus beurr blanc. Very fresh, generous portion perfectly prepared with a beautiful sear. Came with broccolini and homemade mashed. I only wished we opted to sit outside, but enjoyed the rustic interior, which I think would make this a perfect winter place to visit too.

Poorer than expected... supported with take out orders during the pandemic, food is usually very good. They appear to prefer large group events and bar patrons.My guest arrived before me harassed by a drunken party goer.Lots of excuses and no apology... seeking new dining experiences elsewhere.