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You want your birthday celebration to feel special, not like another dinner out. At Tartufo, we understand that birthdays mark meaningful moments worth celebrating properly.
Our private upstairs dining room transforms your birthday into an intimate celebration for up to 45 guests. You’ll enjoy authentic Abruzzese cuisine featuring signature dishes like our renowned Grilled Calamari and truffle-infused specialties that you simply can’t find elsewhere in the area.
The best part? We surprise birthday guests with complimentary cake and candles—no need to ask or plan ahead. It’s just one way we make sure your special day feels genuinely special from the moment you arrive.
Since 2004, Tartufo has been the go-to birthday party restaurant for families throughout the Ashby area who refuse to settle for ordinary celebrations. Founded by Anna Mountzuris, we’ve built our reputation on authentic Abruzzese cuisine and the kind of personal service that makes birthdays feel truly special.
We’re not your typical Italian restaurant. Our chefs come directly from the Abruzzo region of Italy, bringing authentic techniques and recipes that create genuine Italian flavors. When you celebrate at Tartufo, you’re getting nearly 20 years of experience in making birthdays memorable.
Our location serves Ashby residents who want exceptional Italian dining without the drive to Boston’s North End. We’ve watched families grow up celebrating milestone birthdays with us—and that’s exactly the kind of lasting relationship we want with every guest who walks through our doors.
Planning your birthday party at Tartufo is refreshingly straightforward. First, call us to reserve our private upstairs dining room, which accommodates up to 45 guests for seated dining or 55 for cocktail-style celebrations.
Next, we’ll work with you to create a custom menu featuring our signature dishes—from our famous truffle specialties to classic Italian favorites like homemade pasta and fresh seafood. Our team handles the stress-free planning, so you can focus on enjoying your celebration.
On the day of your party, arrive to find everything perfectly prepared. We’ll surprise the birthday guest with our complimentary cake and candle service, while live saxophone music creates the perfect ambiance. Your only job is to relax, celebrate, and create memories that’ll last long after the last bite of tiramisu.
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Our private birthday party service includes exclusive use of our elegant upstairs dining room with chandeliers and large windows overlooking the charming streets below. You’ll have access to a full-service bar and personalized menu planning to accommodate your group’s preferences and dietary needs.
For Ashby residents, this means you can host sophisticated birthday celebrations without the inconvenience of driving to Boston. Our location offers the perfect balance of accessibility and elegance, making it easy for family and friends to join your special day.
We provide everything from custom menu creation to stress-free event coordination. Our experienced team has perfected the art of birthday celebrations over nearly two decades, ensuring every detail—from the complimentary birthday cake to the final farewell—exceeds your expectations. The result is a celebration that feels both intimate and special, exactly what birthdays should be.
Our private upstairs dining room comfortably seats up to 45 guests for birthday dinners. If you’re planning a cocktail-style birthday celebration, we can accommodate up to 55 people in the same space.
The room features elegant chandeliers, large windows, and a full-service bar, creating the perfect atmosphere for intimate birthday celebrations. For larger groups, we can discuss options for partial restaurant buyouts, though our private dining room handles most birthday parties perfectly.
We recommend booking in advance, especially for weekend celebrations, to ensure availability for your preferred date.
We provide complimentary birthday cake and candle service for all birthday celebrations—no need to ask or arrange anything in advance. It’s one of our signature touches that makes birthdays at Tartufo feel genuinely special.
Our pastry team prepares fresh desserts daily, so you can count on quality that matches our award-winning cuisine. The surprise element of bringing out the cake with candles always creates a memorable moment that guests talk about long after the celebration.
If you prefer to bring a special custom cake, we’re happy to accommodate that as well. Just let us know when making your reservation so we can coordinate the presentation perfectly.
We’re an award-winning Italian restaurant with nearly 20 years of experience specializing in authentic Abruzzese cuisine that you simply can’t find elsewhere in the area. Our chefs come directly from the Abruzzo region of Italy, bringing genuine techniques and recipes.
Unlike typical birthday venues, we offer signature dishes like truffle specialties using rare mushrooms from Italy, along with our renowned Grilled Calamari and handmade pastas. The combination of authentic cuisine and elegant private dining creates celebrations that feel both sophisticated and personal.
We also include live saxophone music on select evenings, adding an atmosphere of elegance that transforms birthday dinners into truly memorable experiences. It’s the difference between having dinner and creating lasting memories.
We recommend booking your birthday celebration at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially for weekend dates or larger groups. Our private dining room is popular for special occasions, and advance planning ensures you get your preferred date and time.
For holiday weekends or peak celebration times like graduation season, booking a month ahead gives you the best selection of available dates. We’re also more flexible with menu customization when you book with adequate notice.
If you need a last-minute reservation, call us directly. We’ll do everything possible to accommodate your birthday celebration, even if it means adjusting our regular seating arrangements to make your special day happen.
Absolutely. Our chefs are experienced in accommodating various dietary needs including gluten-free, vegetarian, and food allergy requirements. When you book your birthday celebration, just let us know about any dietary restrictions in your party.
We create custom menus for private dining events, which makes it easy to ensure everyone in your birthday group has delicious options they can enjoy safely. Our kitchen team takes dietary restrictions seriously and will work with you to plan alternatives that don’t compromise on flavor or presentation.
Since we prepare everything to order using fresh, natural ingredients, we have the flexibility to modify dishes or create special preparations that meet specific dietary needs while maintaining the authentic Italian flavors we’re known for.
Your private birthday celebration includes exclusive use of our elegant upstairs dining room, personalized menu planning, dedicated service staff, and our signature complimentary birthday cake and candle presentation. We also provide full-service bar access and coordinate all event details.
The package includes stress-free planning support where we work with you to create the perfect menu for your group, whether you prefer our signature truffle dishes, classic Italian favorites, or a combination of both. Our event coordination ensures everything runs smoothly so you can focus on celebrating.
Additional touches like live saxophone music (on select evenings) and our warm, authentic Italian atmosphere are part of what makes birthday celebrations at Tartufo feel special. We handle the details so you can enjoy a celebration that exceeds expectations without the typical event planning stress.
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