Jessie's Harvest House

At one point I thought that JHH was the best restaurant in Greene county (whatever that’s worth), but after a very disappointing meal last night that’s no longer the case. The menu is small, which often isn’t an issue, but unfortunately that leaves you with a choice of Brussels sprouts as an appetizer, or paying $30 for octopus or some kind of confused pseudo-Asian pork rib dish. A better range of pricing for appetizers would have been nice. We got the sprouts and they were tasty enough, but cooked until black and served lukewarm, and as such no longer crispy. We ended up ordering two specials for our entrees, a duck breast dish and porchetta. After a few minutes, while we were still working on our appetizer, our waiter returned to tell us that the kitchen made a mistake and our entrees were ready. They arrived at our table cold. The flavor of the duck dish was good, but the cherry compote that it came with was riddled with pits and pit fragments. The porchetta seemed cured and smoked, which would have been fine if it had been billed as such. More importantly the skin was flabby and nobody even attempted to crisp it. After our entrees we asked to see a dessert menu, but there is none. Our waiter rattled off a handful of desserts, all of which had gluten, and we decided to just eat ice cream at home. We were out for Valentine’s Day and my husband was driving, so I went into the experience looking forward to having a couple of glasses of wine, and maybe even a nightcap with dessert. With the appetizer and entrees arriving so closely I didn’t have time for more than one glass of wine, and even though we didn’t get dessert there wasn’t a list of after dinner drinks to consider anyway. We dine out often and expect to pay for quality food and service. I think I’m particularly chaffed by the experience we had last night because JHH has priced themselves as an upscale experience, but didn’t offer any of the service or value one expects from a restaurant priced at that bracket.

Sarah and Phil and the rest of their staff know how to make you feel at home. The restaurant’s ambience is so soft and comfortable. I’d had a delicious meal about a year ago that disappeared from their menu (teriyaki chicken— why?! Bring this back so everyone can fall in love like I did!!!!) I reached out to Sarah and she arranged to have it prepared for me when my husband and I returned this year. Every bite was heaven. Sweet, spicy… bursting with flavor. I felt like royalty. I will never forget their efforts to recreate that dish for me. They truly care about giving their guests an unforgettable experience!

Our dining experience at Jesse’s Harvest House was exceptional, thanks to our waiter, Bill. He was incredibly prompt, ensuring we were taken care of from the moment we sat down. Bill was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout the meal. He made sure we had everything we needed, and his service truly enhanced our evening. I highly recommend asking for Bill if you’re looking for great service!

A hidden gem in the Hunter area. This restaurant is hands down incredible. Great service, food is absolutely delicious. Gets pretty busy so make sure to call in a reservation unless you don't mind sitting at the bar to wait.

I was very excited for this experience and even did the whole check the menu before I came, my mouth was watering at the description of the house made gnocchi! It was terrible.. the gnocchi was over cooked and definitely from a package and the sauce was basically chicken bullion base.. for $42 a plate I thought it would of at least been slightly tasty.. the waiter was quick and to the point, the Brussels were out of this world but very disappointed at the gnocchi! Also made a reservation and stated it was my boyfriend’s birthday and they didn’t acknowledge that in the slightest… total bummer!

Best dinner I’ve had in a while! The best salad, buns and ribs were exquisite! The lamb shank was mouthwatering!

The food is pricey, but it is worth the money and then some. The owner Phil came out and chatted with folks at the end of the night. All of the food I saw around me looked amazing and I only regret I couldn’t get more. Everyone was friendly and the restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere.

Food was pretty disappointing and really not worth the cost. Everything we ordered was too sweet, and maybe that’s our fault for not thinking it all through, nonetheless each dish alone was too sweet on its own. The Brussels sprouts came drenched in maple syrup. The salad had sweet dried cranberries, sweet pecans and a sweet dressing to top it off. The shrimp dish had a sweet sauce on the shrimp and some sweet mayo sauce on top of everything else. All was rather bland and uninspired.

One of the best dinners I've had this year! The restaurant is very rustic and cozy. The staff was great and the food was amazing in every way. We started with the short ribs, and I could have eaten those all night! They had a large list of specials including the veal parm my husband ordered, he was very pleased with it. The bolognese I got was delicious and very flavorful. Our drinks were also very good. We were on our honeymoon and they gave us a free dessert which was so nice of them! We got the apple bread pudding. It was the perfect end to dinner with an espresso martini.

Very friendly service, great tasty food, interesting presentation - all in cutting boards.

For $24 the hamburger bun could be grilled or toasted. That would be nice. Butter on the griddle with a little steam dome would ensure a really beautiful bun to come out instead of a partially stale and cold bun. I'd rather have that than a branding iron at the top of the burger. The latter doesn't make the thing any more premium. The food was okay. We were hungry and tired so this is a tough review. The fries that come with the burger are very thin so you're getting more oil than potato and an eighth of them are going to be inedible, burnt at the bottom of the portion. Brussel sprouts were okay. Good ratios. Cast iron skillet used to serve them wasn't warm. Artichoke salad was okay. Not something you want if you're trying to stay away from fried foods. Service started not great over the phone trying to make a reservation. Hostess first response was hesitant we'd get a table. Food came quick and server was very kind but that was the last we saw of them. No one checked on us until we had cleared our own plates to the side of the table. Nice place. They could try harder.

This is one of the best meals I have ever had. Their fish is incredible. The beer selection is great, and I don't even drink. Maybe the mountain air does something haha. The ambiance is really cozy and the service is great. I can't wait to come back.

I have had meatballs in many restaurants and no place compares to yours. My mom's were always the best until I had yours. They are so very delicious. Please don't change up the recipe not even one little bit

Enjoyed encrusted eggplant; arrivals and shaved cheese; unusual & interesting, crunchy and delicious. Enjoyed. Beautiful environment. Thx you

I went to Jessie's for the first time on my birthday and it was an incredible experience. We started off dinner with a bottle of wine which we had questions about and the server went right to the bartender who was very knowledgeable about the flavor profiles of each wine we were inquiring about. We had the octopus dish and wedge salad as our appetizers which were an absolute hit. The chorizo complimented the octopus perfectly and the bacon was perfectly tender and crispy on the wedge. For our mains, we had the chicken teriyaki and the wild boar bolognese. The chicken teriyaki could have used one more element like a chili oil/crisp but otherwise it was amazing. The wild boar bolognese needed a bit of salt but otherwise paired beautifully with the pasta. We ended with an espresso martini and the star of the night, the coconut bread pudding. When I tell you this may have been the best dessert I've ever had, I'm not kidding! Cute and cozy place and a great meal for a special occasion or a just because!

Fantastic food & service. Tucked away in Tannersville NY. Seriously, the food was that good!!!

Great place; casual vibe but well executed. Liked the menu and food is really good. Drinks are well done as well.

My favorite spot in the Catskills. Food, drinks, service and soundtrack consistently on point.

I wish I sorted by the most recent reviews before coming here since it really sums up my overall thoughts: I cannot recommend this place in good conscience. It looks like a great spot if you're looking for a nice sit down spot - the ambiance is great. The food, however, is not. I realize COVID-19 hit businesses hard so if you compare today's menu (against last year's menu) then you'll see the price hikes. That makes sense. However, the food here is more expensive than your average dinner in NYC ($38 for a chicken dish??) but as a previous reviewer mentioned, the food wouldn't make the cut in her favorite diner. I'm not expecting NYC or Michelin level food either - just something edible for the prices that are being charged. Beet salad felt like a ripoff for $18. Portions are pretty small overall. The trout is what this area is known for and was probably the most passable entree our group had. I don't recommend the Asian fusion dishes - better off getting those frozen teriyaki salmon fillets from the grocery store frozen aisle and microwaveable rice pouches because that's what it tasted like for $44. Service was pretty slow but it seemed like there was only one waiter for the entire patio so I can't fault the waiter for that.

Never judge a book by its cover. Same with this restaurant. When you drive up and walk to the host stand, you'll see the bar and hear the loud music, and think it feels more like a dive bar than a 5 star restaurant, HOWEVER, it is indeed a down to earth 5 star restaurant! We grabbed a picnic table outside on the deck. Our server was so kind, personable, and helpful! We ordered the Brussels sprouts which did not disappear in flavor! And the meatballs, which was cooked in the most delicious "gravy" -- we also got the kids pasta and meatballs, which was the same amazing sauce! My 3yo LOVED it! We also got a salad, which had fresh ingredients. We also got the steak, burger, squid ink seafood pasta, and montauk scallops -- all had the freshest ingredients. The seafood in particular was all cooked to PERFECTION. Their house made gelato is not to be missed nor their apple crisp, which had slices of fresh apples and just like your grandma made it. There is a reason this place is a solid 5 stars on Yelp. It is less than 10 minutes from Scribner Lodge where we stayed and was worth the visit!

Wow! Fantastic find. Great food and service. Can I give 11 stars? (I would). I had the Tuna. It was fresh and delicious.

We had a delicious dinner at Jessie's Harvest House. The service was attentive, the food was imaginative, and delicious. We had a couple of salads, and the flatbread. No dessert tonight!

We came for New Year's Eve, and it was very nice. I didn't realize how casual it was but it's definitely more of a pub than something fancy. Food was wonderful. Staff was friendly we would definitely go back.

This is a top-rated restaurant near my parents' place that's called Jessie's Harvest House. My wife's name is Jessie (spelled correctly). She likes harvests. And houses. How could we not give it a shot? And I like this place. I like the menu. I like that a lot of their produce comes from a local spot (Fromer Market Gardens). I like the lovely staff, the casual feel, and the outdoor seating (necessary in these times), even if I feel like the deck should be on the other side (with mountain views instead of road views). I suppose I don't love that the price point is surprisingly high ($32 for a chicken dish is steep even in NYC), but quality ingredients do cost money, and the food delivers the quality for the most part as well. We started with the Sunburst Salad, which, like all my favorite salads, has tons of cheese (#healthy). In this case, the goat cheese made an already tasty mix of berries and greens richer and better, along with an outstanding vinaigrette. We also split Grandma Jessie's Meatballs, which were stellar, even though the image of my wife as a grandma was slightly unwelcome. For mains, we chose the steelhead trout, and the ricotta gnudi. (And by that I mean my wife chose them; I really wanted to try the burger or the steak, but Jessie wears the pants at Jessie's.) The trout was wonderfully cooked, with an excellent sear, and no one has ever been sad about a lemon-tarragon butter. Unfortunately, the peewee potatoes weren't as crispy as advertised, but overall a successful dish with good flavor, although the vegetables were underseasoned. The gnudi was billed incorrectly, as the fried eggplant listed under the ingredients is absolutely the star of the show. This dish is gorgeous, and not at all what we expected. Seriously, look at the photo, it's stunning. Unfortunately, the headlining gnudi were too large and doughy, and just about everything on the plate was underseasoned (we had to ask for salt and pepper). All in all, an interesting and beautiful plate, but at the price point you'd hope for stronger execution. Overall, I like Jessie's so far. I was a little surprised how casual the restaurant is; it's a little strange to drink out of plastic water glasses at a picnic table when you drop so much cash on dinner, but it's COVID times and I don't know their life.

Enjoyed the food, but wish the restaurant did something about their lighting. It feels like you're in a dark cavern. The window blinds are drawn, and light is dim. I get creating ambience but this did not feel cozy. The food was great. Fig burrata salad was a melody of flavors, the trout with potatoes and duck ragout cavatelli were all delicious. Dessert & wine list also did not disappoint. Finally, service was on point. Enjoy the food and get your ambiance elsewhere.

I had a great overall experience at Jessie's today, and would highly recommend the place to anyone considering stopping in for a bite to eat. The overall experience of the restaurant is a off the beaten path ski lodge ambience. The staff is friendly and will strike up conversations which is always welcome. The only issue I had, which wasn't a huge deal for us, was they are training some new waiters, so we opted to move to the bar where we were more comfortable. We will definitely be returning.

I would give them 3.5*, but that is not possible. We had a celebration dinner at Jesse's to mixed success. For 4 of us, we shared about 6 share plates and 2 full plates. Long story short, about half were good, and 1/2 pretty mediocre, one verged on awful (the taco special). The drinks good and reasonable, but the food quite overpriced for the quality and what we received. Service was competent. Anway, don't know what these folks did to get 4.5 stars on Yelp... this is a 3.5 star place.

At this self-aggrandizing, stingy, wildly overpriced restaurant we experienced: 1. a pretentious waiter who insisted on condescending to us; 2. platters that were duplicitously marked as "large plates" and priced accordingly, but then turned out to be anything but; 3. Prices that were head-spinningly stratospheric; To be fair, dinner started out promising. The appetizer of shishito peppers were well-charred and well-married to the soy-ginger sauce. The Caesar salad had pleasantly surprising crunchy parmesan bits. It was with the main dishes that the trouble started. Case in point: we ordered the "large plate" of scallops that cost $64 dollars. When it arrived there were 3, yes 3, normal-sized scallops on the plate. Which means in Jessie's math, we were charged $18 per scallop. At first, we thought it was a cruel jest sprung upon us unsuspecting diners. We waited for more scallops to arrive. But alas, no, the sad, enraging truth was that there were only 3 scallops, and not a sliver more, that emerged from that ungenerous kitchen. Contrast that with Boucherie, a renowned French restaurant in New York City that often shows up on "best of" lists. A plate of blackened scallops with thyme polenta and a herb salad is only $36 dollars there! Well, back to Jessie's. The "large plate" tuna was $40 dollars, and was just one measly slice of tuna. Our vegetarian friend had to endure 4 pieces of fried ravioli ($21) that came with barely any dipping sauce. It looked like the chef had used a tiny dropper to fill the dish, like it was some precious liquid such as Chanel No. 5 perfume or the venom of a King Cobra. What galled at the end, was that we love food and enjoy dining out. We just wanted a pleasant dinner in a nice place, instead we left feeling hoodwinked ....and still hungry. Jessie's had harvested unacceptable amounts of cash from us in return for a mediocre, disappointing experience.

If I could give 100 stars, I would. A wonderful experience, with amazing food and even better service! We came here for my birthday, which happened to also be in the middle of a snow storm. We reserved an igloo to make it a little more special, and the woman we spoke to on the phone and at the front was kind enough to also reserve a table inside for us in case it got too cold. But they made sure to put 2 heaters and blankets inside so it felt great! The food was incredible. We got the prosciutto flatbread with burrata and pesto, smoked ginger miso wings, and the pork belly steam buns for starters. Amazing. For the entrees, we got the ribeye, which was cooked to perfection. Lastly, for dessert, we got the chocolate coconut cheesecake and the s'mores brownie. I'm drooling as I write this right now. Finally, our waitress, Lacy, was so kind and helpful! She made our dining experience so great. Best birthday meal ever! Highly recommend!

Not worth it. We paid $101 for two "trout" dishes and "homemade" pasta that was not as advertised. What's worse was the waiter did not tell us, and tried to pull off salmon as trout. Please do better. Your customers who love and support you deserve the truth and I'm sure they'll still support you just the same if you advertise your salmon as salmon.

Sarah at Jessie's harvest house was fantastic with helping us to plan our wedding rehearsal dinner. She sent us sample menus used in the past for events and worked with us building our perfect menu even throwing in a special dessert request of caramel bread pudding. When we arrived for our dinner she had beautiful custom menu cards with our names on them and flowers on each table that matched the aesthetic of our wedding the next day. Our friends and closest family could not stop raving about how amazing all the food tasted. The food was fresh and tasty. Based on how clean everyone's plates were you would think no one had ever eaten. We could not recommend Jessie's more for an intimate event such as ours or for a date night or dinner with the family.

Food was good, though pricing was high. Ambience a bit lacking. Service was sufficient.

Great salads I hope to get back again soon. Service was quick. Ambiance was perfect. Place is clean with friendly staff.

If you love excellent food this is not your place. Flatbread appetizer for $22: the prosciutto was dry, not great quality. Wish we'd ordered it with extra cheese no ham and it may have been better? Caesar salad: very good! Shrimp with squid ink: actually excellent. Plump tender shrimp with an outstanding spicy coconut curry sauce. Chicken fried steak special: not special. Not even edible. Tired mashed potatoes, limp asparagus served underneath (why?) tough dry steak covered in a tasteless bread crumb concoction dotted with dark patches of balsamic. Kitchen happily with no argument switched it out for another special that was anything but: duck confit. Duck skin felt tough and tasteless - almost wondered if it had been reheated in a deep fryer??? Didn't taste fresh. It was Buried in the coconut curry sauce which was an odd combination. The potatoes swimming around in the bowl of sauce were awful - tasted greasy and tired. The green beans were SPECTACULAR and I would have happily eaten a bowl of them. only reason I ate this replacement dinner is because I was starving. The staff are excellent, the sunset ambiance of the outdoor seating was lovely. The prices are higher than NYC with food that wouldn't make the cut in my favorite diner. Can't recommend in good conscience to fellow travelers.

Eggplant parm was decent but low review due to complete lack of customer service despite having a lot of staff. Waiter took order and never showed up again. Consider looking elsewhere as the food and a service were disappointing. We ordered mussels but they didn't provide a bowl for shells; mussels themselves lacked flavor and we did not eat - nobody asked why we didn't eat them. Enjoy y

Went there for dinner with a large party. The food was great and the wine list is reasonable. They were very accommodating to a large group of children and the kids menu was all fresh food. Noted items were the flatbread and pork shank.

Excellent service, delicious food, clearly taking precautions. I'm not a dessert person and I ordered this brownie cookie with salted caramel gelato. To die for. Must go to Jessie's!

Genuinely okay food, service was amazing I have to say. I did expect the dishes to have more of a curated flavor. The ambiance was very charming! I ordered a pan seared tuna which I expected to be a little cooked around the edges but was honestly just a rare raw hunk of fish which was still tasty but I felt didnt pair well with the rice. The mussels were amazing as were the truffle fries!. I don't remember exactly what my boyfriend ordered but I know he wasn't over the moon about it considering market prices.

We enjoyed an outstanding dinner here. The service was cheerful, prompt, and well-informed. The cocktails were top notch (including the espresso martini at dessert). But the food stole the show. We loved the pork buns to start and for large plates we couldn't get enough of of the trout, the duck ragu, and one of this evening's specials the duck breast with sunchokes and veggies. Even the kids cheeseburger was top notch. Last but not least the bread pudding and s'mores brownie for dessert were exceptional.

What a gem! Went here for dinner with my family. We're all vegetarian and it was late. So the only thing they had for us was eggplant parmigiana. OMG! First, it was the most unusual presentation I have ever seen for this dish. The eggplant was split down the middle, breaded, fried, and served with sauce and burrata on top....WOW! I couldn't rave more about it. Amazing! Get it. Seriously! Then the bartender made me the PERFECT Amaretto sour. Perfect. Finally, I had their blueberry bread pudding. Seriously, heaven. I grew up eating bread pudding...and this is THE BEST BREAD PUDDING I HAVE EVER HAD...sorry Grandma...love u. Anyway, all I can say is that I HIGHLY recommend this place! Can't wait to go back!!!

This review is 5 years in the making... The food here is an absolute delight. From family meals to a burger, comfort food and light bites they have it all! For me this place is something special. It takes real passion and love for your creation to make something your own and yet feel like home to others that have a deep connection. Pork buns are a must for me and Brussels sprouts can be an app or a desert!!! Staff here tends to be on point and great at what they do. Craft cocktails always please! Maybe I'll see you there

What a gem. We parked ourselves and took a gander at the menu. After ordering a couple of starters (amazing Brussel sprouts and steak tacos), we ordered another appetizer and stuck with them for "dinner." The dessert, and OMG, the brownie covered with toasted coconut and chocolate made my sweets-averse traveling partner breakdown and have some. Service was impeccable and our waiter was not only knowlegeable, but personable and chatty. Such a pleasure. We didn't sit in what I would call the "spoon room," but we enjoyed every minute of our visit.

Food was excellent, but service was slow and our table was getting overlooked. They also were not able to make many accommodations.

Excellent and unexpected fine dining option for those hitting Hunter's slopes for skiing. Standouts: charred octopus salad, fried artichokes, wild boar pasta bolognese, pork belly buns. It's NY-DC pricing but worth it for the quality.

Feels like you are in Manhattan when you eat here. Food is excellent down to their hamburgers. This is a go to place when you visit Tannersville.

I ordered Jessie's as takeout and it was SO good I can't even imagine how amazing it is fresh! Seriously some of the best food I've had in the Catskills, a total gem!

I would recommend without hesitation! The food was superb and the staff extremely attentive. I had the Wild Boar Bolognese and my girlfriend the lamb shank. The pasta was done perfectly and the bolognese simply amazing. Her shank fell off the bone at a touch and was the most flavorful and tender lamb either of us ever had the pleasure to eat. Dessert was a brownie ice cream cookie and a cookie dough-filled eggroll. Both were rich, well-plated and a perfect end to a perfect meal

This place was a great find. Amazing food and a great beer selection. The elk was awesome.

First time had trout served on top of Burrata. Lost its crispness a bit. Personally ribeye is too fatty to my taste but the flavors good. Meatballs live up to expectations. Only complaint is the restaurant is too loud. We were seated in the hallway the echo was killing us. Couldn't hear each other at all if we didn't yell. I would give a 3 star just for that but the food was legit.

We really enjoyed the food when we had dinner here a few weeks ago. The steak in particular was a standout. The service was also good.

Stopped by after seeing great Yelp reviews for this place. We weren't very hungry, so we ended up just ordering 2 dishes to share for dinner. However, we loved both plates! The charred octopus is really quite nice - grilled well and the meat itself is quite juicy, dense, and fresh. One of the better octopus dishes I've eaten! The hash perfectly complements the octopus meat without being too overbearing. The burrata salad was lovely and a fresh contrast to our other dish. Delicious greens and fresh burrata. The space inside is modern, spacious, and homey. Would love to come back if I'm in the area!

Great recommendation from a friend. Shared some apps and had the delicious tomato pasta.

Second visit to this wonderful restaurant. Reservations can be tough so plan ahead. My wife and I had the crispy Brussel Sprouts prepared with Banana Vinegar and they were perfect. I had the Smoked Branzino fish (see picture) in banana leaves. It was exquisitely prepared with just the right around of smoke flavor added to the tender and juicy fish flesh. My wife had the stuffed (crab and scallops) shrimp and she really enjoyed it. We had the Apple crisp for desert and was easily enough to share, a perfect ending to a delightful meal.

Came back for the weekend and remembered I never put a review for Jessie's! Passed it so many times and figured, meh maybe next time.. LET ME TELL YOU THIS PLACE IS THE ABSOLUTE BOMB Everything my boyfriend and I got completely EXCEEDED our expectations. This is without a doubt, an underrated fine dining restaurant in the Catskills that deserves much more recognition than what it gets. I wasn't sure whether to get the Pork Belly Steamed Buns but realized I had to try it regardless. I may get stuff like that in the city all the time but WOWOW it was superb. The slaw added nice color, texture, and flavor while the pork belly itself was a big win. I think the star of my entire night though was the Charred Spanish Octopus, and I say this because we were basically licking and spooning up the chorizo ragu up. There are no words to describe, just go and let your tastebuds be the judge. I loved the duck breast too and my special pasta dish, but that octopus blew me out of the water. Talking about all these dishes is mainly to highlight how every ingredient is done with purpose and that's what I respect most about Jessie's. The flavors complement each other perfectly and not a single thing "didn't belong" in anything I had. So, in conclusion, go to Jessie's and let your tastebuds have a party. Follow me on Instagram @angel.eatsny for more reviews!

The food was very good but a bit pricey as it felt like a Mom & Pop diner . The wait staff was pleasant but not very professional for the cost . The food was good though and nicely presented .

Right on for the Spring 2022 Restaurant Week. A delicious 3 course dinner for 30 bucks. Had the Pork Buns, Ciopino and smoky bread pudding, (wasn't actually smoky --- but delicious) it was a great dinner. Perfect service and nice ambiance. No need to say we'll be back since we have been back already many times

Amazing! The food is outstanding, always prepared to perfection. Staff is friendly and attentive. Always a great time, and a great place to bring friends. Jessie's Harvest House never disappoints!