Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You’re not looking for another generic event space. You want a private party restaurant in Lexington, MA where your celebration feels personal, the food exceeds expectations, and every detail runs smoothly.
At Tartufo, your private event becomes more than dinner—it becomes a memory. Our dedicated second-floor dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for seated dining or 55 for cocktail receptions, with a full-service bar and custom menu planning that takes the stress off your shoulders.
Picture your guests savoring our signature Grilled Calamari and house-made pasta while live saxophone music creates the perfect backdrop. This is what happens when authentic Italian tradition meets thoughtful event planning.
We’ve been serving Lexington, MA and surrounding communities since 2004, earning recognition as an award-winning Italian restaurant specializing in authentic Abruzzese cuisine. Founded by Anna Mountzuris, we’ve built our reputation on using all-natural ingredients and traditional Mediterranean cooking methods that transport you straight to Italy’s coastal regions.
Our chefs, many trained in the Abruzzo region, create dishes you won’t find at typical Italian restaurants. From our signature veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina to fresh seafood preparations that showcase New England’s finest ingredients, we’ve perfected the art of memorable dining.
What sets us apart in Lexington’s dining scene is our commitment to authentic flavors paired with genuine hospitality—the kind that makes your private event feel like a celebration among family, not just another restaurant booking.
Planning your private event at Tartufo starts with a conversation about your vision. Our event coordination team works directly with you to understand your guest count, dietary preferences, and celebration style—whether it’s an intimate business dinner, milestone birthday, or holiday gathering.
Once we understand your needs, we create a custom menu featuring our signature dishes alongside any special requests. Our upstairs private dining room gets configured specifically for your event, complete with our full-service bar and elegant atmosphere that includes soft lighting and carefully curated music.
On the day of your event, our experienced staff handles every detail—from greeting your guests to ensuring each course arrives perfectly timed. You focus on celebrating while we focus on making sure everything exceeds your expectations. This approach has made us the go-to choice for private events in Lexington, MA for nearly two decades.
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Your private event at Tartufo includes access to our dedicated second-floor dining space, complete with a full-service bar featuring premium wines, craft cocktails, and Italian spirits. The room accommodates up to 45 guests for seated dining or expands to 55 for cocktail-style receptions.
Our custom menu options range from family-style Italian feasts to elegant plated dinners, all featuring our signature dishes like lobster ravioli in vodka pink sauce, house-made gnocchi, and our famous bone-in veal chop. We accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies with advance notice, ensuring every guest enjoys the experience.
In Lexington’s competitive dining landscape, where residents expect both quality and convenience, we deliver the authentic Italian experience typically reserved for Boston’s North End—right in your neighborhood. Our location offers easier parking and accessibility while maintaining the same caliber of cuisine and service that has earned us a 4.5-star reputation over two decades.
Our upstairs private dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for seated dining experiences and up to 55 guests for cocktail-style receptions. The space features a full-service bar and can be configured to match your event style.
For smaller, more intimate gatherings, we can arrange semi-private spaces within our main dining room. We’ve successfully hosted everything from business meetings with 12 people to wedding celebrations with our maximum capacity, always ensuring your event feels appropriately sized for the space.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese cuisine from Italy’s coastal regions, featuring dishes you won’t find at typical Italian restaurants. Our chefs often train in the Abruzzo region, bringing genuine techniques and flavors to Lexington, MA.
Unlike generic event spaces, we’ve been serving the community since 2004, building relationships and understanding what makes celebrations truly special. Our combination of award-winning cuisine, live saxophone music on select evenings, and dedicated event coordination creates an atmosphere that feels both elegant and welcoming.
We also offer the convenience of neighborhood dining with the quality typically found in Boston’s premium restaurants, including easier parking and accessibility for your guests.
Absolutely. We work closely with event hosts to accommodate dietary restrictions, food allergies, and special requests with advance notice. Our made-to-order approach means we can modify dishes or create alternative options that maintain the same quality and presentation as our regular menu.
Whether your guests need gluten-free pasta, vegetarian options, or have specific allergies, our chefs can adapt our authentic Italian recipes accordingly. We’ve successfully accommodated everything from pescatarian groups to guests with multiple food sensitivities.
During your event planning consultation, we’ll discuss any dietary needs so we can prepare appropriately and ensure every guest enjoys the full Tartufo experience without compromise.
Our event coordination includes menu planning, room setup, dedicated service staff, and day-of-event management. We handle everything from the initial consultation through cleanup, so you can focus entirely on your guests and celebration.
This includes working with you to create custom menus featuring our signature dishes, coordinating timing for multi-course meals, managing bar service, and ensuring the room is configured perfectly for your group size and event style. Our experienced staff knows how to pace service and handle special moments like toasts or presentations.
We also coordinate with any special requests you might have, whether it’s specific music, decorations, or timing considerations. This comprehensive approach has made us the preferred choice for private events in Lexington, MA among both residents and businesses.
We recommend booking your private event at least 2-4 weeks in advance, especially for weekend dates or during popular celebration periods like holidays, graduation season, or year-end business events. This gives us adequate time to plan your custom menu and ensure our private dining room is reserved exclusively for your group.
For larger events or those requiring extensive menu customization, earlier booking allows more time for detailed planning and coordination. However, we understand that some celebrations come up quickly, and we’ll do our best to accommodate shorter-notice requests when our private space is available.
Popular dates in Lexington, MA tend to book early, particularly during fall foliage season and around major holidays when families and businesses host their annual gatherings.
Private event pricing varies based on your menu selections, guest count, day of the week, and specific requirements. We offer flexible options from family-style Italian dinners to elegant multi-course plated meals, with pricing that reflects the premium quality and personalized service you receive.
Our team provides detailed pricing during your consultation, including food, beverage, service, and any additional fees. We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden costs, so you’ll know exactly what to expect before confirming your reservation.
Minimum spending requirements vary by date and season, with our events team happy to discuss options that work within your budget while ensuring your celebration meets our quality standards. Contact us directly for specific pricing tailored to your event vision and requirements.
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