Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You walk away from Tartufo with more than just a satisfied appetite. You leave with the warmth of authentic Italian hospitality and the satisfaction that comes from experiencing food prepared the way it should be – with passion, tradition, and the finest ingredients.
Each dish tells the story of the Abruzzo region, from our signature veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina to our house-made lobster ravioli in vodka pink sauce. You taste the difference that comes from chefs trained in traditional Italian methods and our commitment to using only organic meats, fresh seafood, and vegetables.
This isn’t just dinner – it’s the kind of evening that makes birthdays feel more special, anniversaries more meaningful, and ordinary Tuesday nights feel like celebrations. You deserve food that matches the importance of your moments, and that’s exactly what you’ll find here.
Since 2004, we’ve been bringing the authentic flavors of Italy’s Abruzzo coast to Massachusetts families and food lovers. Founded by Anna Mountzuris with a vision of serving “an enticing assortment of organic meats, fish, vegetables, freshly baked bread and desserts, all prepared in the Authentic Italian tradition,” we’ve maintained our commitment to excellence for over 20 years.
Our 4.5-star reputation comes from consistently delivering what Holliston area diners value most – quality food, warm service, and an atmosphere that makes every visit feel special. We hire chefs directly from the Abruzzo region because authenticity matters, and you can taste that dedication in every bite.
While many restaurants in the Holliston area focus on casual dining, we’ve chosen to specialize in the art of fine dining. This means you get dishes you simply can’t replicate at home, service that anticipates your needs, and an evening that feels worthy of whatever you’re celebrating.
Your Tartufo experience begins the moment you make your reservation. We recommend booking ahead, especially for weekend evenings and special occasions, as our intimate dining rooms fill quickly with guests who’ve discovered what makes us different.
When you arrive, you’ll choose between our elegant upstairs dining room with chandeliers and large windows, or our newly renovated downstairs space featuring white tablecloths, an expansive bar, and mirrors that create an open, modern feel. Both spaces offer the same exceptional service and atmosphere that have kept guests returning for nearly two decades.
Your server will guide you through our menu of Abruzzese specialties, from our famous grilled calamari appetizer to entrees like our bone-in double-cut veal chop or linguini with half lobster in garlic and plum tomato sauce. Each dish is made to order using traditional techniques and the freshest ingredients available. On select evenings, live saxophone music adds to the ambiance, creating the perfect backdrop for intimate conversations and special celebrations.
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At Tartufo, you’re not just getting a meal – you’re getting access to cuisine that represents centuries of Italian tradition, served in an atmosphere designed for life’s most important moments. Our menu features dishes you won’t find at typical restaurants in the Holliston area, from our signature pappardelle al tartufo made with rare truffle mushrooms found only in the Abruzzo region, to our house-made gnocchi in tomato-basil sauce with fresh mozzarella.
For Holliston residents seeking something beyond the usual casual dining options, we offer the sophistication and quality that special occasions deserve. Our full-service bar features premium wines carefully selected to complement our Mediterranean-inspired menu, while our private dining options can accommodate everything from intimate anniversary dinners to corporate events for up to 45 guests.
What sets us apart in the MetroWest dining scene is our commitment to authenticity and excellence. While other restaurants focus on convenience or casual atmosphere, we’ve built our reputation on delivering the kind of dining experience that makes ordinary evenings feel extraordinary and special occasions truly memorable.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese cuisine from Italy’s coastal region, which sets us apart from typical Italian-American restaurants. We use rare truffle mushrooms from the Abruzzo region in many of our signature dishes, and we hire chefs directly from Italy to ensure authenticity.
Our focus is on fine dining rather than casual dining, which means every dish is made to order using organic meats, fresh seafood, and traditional techniques. While most restaurants in the Holliston area offer familiar Italian-American dishes, we provide access to regional specialties like our bone-in veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina, and our house-made lobster ravioli that you simply won’t find elsewhere in MetroWest.
Since 2004, we’ve maintained our 4.5-star reputation by consistently delivering the kind of dining experience that matches the importance of your special occasions, whether that’s an anniversary dinner, birthday celebration, or just an evening when you want something truly exceptional.
Absolutely. Our kitchen is experienced in accommodating various dietary restrictions and food allergies because we believe everyone should be able to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine safely. When you make your reservation or arrive at the restaurant, simply inform your server about any allergies or dietary needs.
Our chefs can modify many of our dishes to accommodate gluten sensitivities, and we’re knowledgeable about all ingredients used in our preparations. Since everything is made to order rather than pre-prepared, we have the flexibility to adjust recipes and cooking methods as needed.
We’ve successfully accommodated guests with various needs over our 20+ years of service, and our staff is trained to take these requests seriously. We’d rather have you call ahead with specific questions about ingredients or preparation methods than take any chances with your health and safety.
As a fine dining establishment, our pricing reflects the quality of ingredients, level of service, and dining experience we provide. Entrees typically range from the mid-$20s to $40s, with our signature dishes like the veal chop and seafood specialties at the higher end of that range.
When you consider that we use organic meats, fresh seafood, house-made pasta, and imported ingredients like our Abruzzo truffles, plus provide the kind of service and atmosphere that makes special occasions memorable, most guests find our pricing very reasonable for the value delivered.
We also offer wine pairings and our full-service bar features premium selections that complement our Mediterranean menu. Many guests find that the experience – from the elegant atmosphere to the exceptional food quality – represents excellent value compared to other fine dining options in the greater Boston area, especially considering you don’t have to drive all the way to the North End for this level of authentic Italian cuisine.
Yes, we specialize in making group celebrations and private events memorable. Our upstairs dining room can accommodate up to 45 people for seated dinners or up to 55 for cocktail-style events, and we have experience hosting everything from wedding celebrations and anniversary parties to corporate functions and memorial gatherings.
We work closely with you to create custom menus tailored to your group’s preferences and budget. Our event planning team handles all the details, from wine selections to special dietary accommodations, so you can focus on enjoying your celebration rather than worrying about logistics.
What makes Tartufo special for private events is the same thing that makes us special for regular dining – our commitment to authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional service, and creating an atmosphere that matches the significance of your occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday, hosting a business dinner, or marking a special family moment, we have the space, experience, and dedication to make it perfect.
While we do offer takeout for guests who want to enjoy our cuisine at home, our focus is primarily on the in-restaurant dining experience. Fine dining is about more than just the food – it’s about the atmosphere, service, and overall experience that makes your evening special.
That said, we understand that sometimes you want to enjoy our house-made pasta, signature sauces, and carefully prepared dishes in the comfort of your own home. Our takeout orders receive the same attention to quality and preparation as our dine-in service.
For the full Tartufo experience, though, we encourage you to visit us in person. The elegant atmosphere, attentive service, live saxophone music on select evenings, and the overall ambiance are all part of what makes dining with us special. It’s the difference between having a meal and having an experience that creates lasting memories.
Our signature veal chop is consistently our most celebrated dish – it’s a bone-in double cut stuffed with prosciutto and fontina cheese, topped with mushrooms and port wine reduction. This represents the best of our Abruzzese tradition and showcases why we’ve maintained our reputation for nearly two decades.
For seafood lovers, our lobster ravioli in vodka pink sauce with crab meat and arugula is exceptional, as is our linguini with half lobster, garlic, plum tomato, and basil. Our grilled calamari appetizer has developed a loyal following and perfectly represents our coastal Italian heritage.
First-time guests often start with our Caesar salad with house-made croutons, then move to either our pappardelle al tartufo (featuring those rare Abruzzo truffles) or our seafood risotto with shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and calamari. These dishes showcase both our commitment to authenticity and our skill in preparing the kind of cuisine you simply can’t replicate at home. Your server can guide you based on your preferences, but any of these choices will show you why Tartufo has earned its place as a destination for special occasions.
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