Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You’re tired of the same generic Italian food that tastes like it came from a factory. When you walk into Tartufo, you’re getting authentic Abruzzese cuisine that actually comes from the Italian coast—not some corporate kitchen in Ohio.
We use techniques and recipes from the Abruzzo region, where seafood meets mountain traditions. You’ll taste the difference in our signature dishes like lobster ravioli, fresh calamari, and house-made pasta that we roll daily.
This isn’t your basic chicken parm and spaghetti spot. We’re talking about real Italian food that makes you understand why people travel to Italy in the first place.
We’ve been serving East Pepperell and surrounding communities since 2004, back when finding authentic Italian food outside Boston meant settling for mediocre chain restaurants. We changed that.
Our name comes from the rare truffle mushrooms found only in Italy’s Abruzzo region—the same region that inspires our menu. We often bring in chefs directly from Abruzzo because authenticity isn’t something you can fake with a recipe book.
East Pepperell families have been coming to us for nearly two decades because we deliver the same quality meal every single time. No surprises, no off nights—just consistently excellent Italian food in a town that deserves better than chain restaurants.
Every dish starts with our daily prep. We make our pasta fresh each morning, hand-cut our vegetables, and prepare our sauces using traditional methods that take hours, not minutes.
When you order, our kitchen prepares your meal to order—no heat lamps, no pre-made portions sitting under warmers. Your seafood gets seared when you order it. Your pasta gets tossed in the pan with your sauce at the moment you’re ready to eat it.
We finish each dish with attention to details that matter: the right amount of fresh herbs, properly aged cheeses, and that final drizzle of good olive oil that brings everything together. It’s how Italian food is supposed to be prepared.
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Your meal includes fresh bread baked daily, not those frozen rolls most places serve. Our entrees come with generous portions—you’ll likely have lunch tomorrow from tonight’s dinner.
We offer both intimate upstairs dining with chandeliers and golden drapes, plus a renovated downstairs area with an expansive bar. Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or business meetings where the food actually matters.
East Pepperell diners appreciate our extensive wine selection, featuring Italian vintages that pair perfectly with our regional specialties. We also accommodate private events for up to 45 people, with full-service bar and personalized menu planning.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese cuisine from Italy’s coastal region, not the generic Italian-American food most restaurants serve. We often bring in chefs directly from the Abruzzo region to maintain authenticity.
We make everything to order using traditional methods—fresh pasta rolled daily, seafood prepared when you order it, and sauces that simmer for hours. You’re getting real Italian regional cooking, not reheated chain restaurant food.
We’ve been family-owned and operated since 2004, serving the same high-quality meals that have kept East Pepperell families coming back for nearly twenty years.
Yes, we provide takeout service for all our menu items, properly packaged to maintain quality during transport. Unlike some competitors, we don’t charge surprise packaging fees—what you see on the menu is what you pay.
Our takeout maintains the same quality as dining in because we prepare everything fresh to order. Your pasta won’t be sitting under heat lamps, and your seafood gets the same careful preparation whether you’re eating here or at home.
We recommend calling ahead during busy dinner hours, especially Friday and Saturday evenings, to ensure your order is ready when you arrive for pickup.
Our lobster ravioli in vodka pink sauce with crab meat and arugula is consistently our most requested dish. The combination of fresh lobster, house-made pasta, and our signature sauce showcases what authentic Italian cooking should taste like.
Our grilled calamari and seafood platters are also extremely popular, featuring fresh seafood prepared with traditional Abruzzese coastal techniques. These aren’t the rubbery, overcooked versions you get elsewhere.
For meat lovers, our veal scaloppini with white wine, lemon, and capers over linguini represents classic Italian preparation done right—tender, flavorful, and generous enough for leftovers.
Our upstairs dining room accommodates up to 45 people for seated dinners and up to 55 people for cocktail-style events. We include full bar service and work with you to create customized menus for your occasion.
We handle everything from business dinners to anniversary celebrations, birthday parties, and family gatherings. Our private dining space features elegant chandeliers and large windows, creating the perfect atmosphere for special occasions.
We recommend booking private events at least two weeks in advance, especially during busy seasons. Our team coordinates all details so you can focus on enjoying time with your guests rather than worrying about logistics.
Weekday evenings typically offer the shortest wait times, with Tuesday through Thursday being our quietest nights. If you’re planning a weekend visit, arriving before 6 PM or after 8 PM usually means immediate seating.
Friday and Saturday evenings are our busiest times, especially between 6:30 and 7:30 PM. We recommend making reservations for weekend dinners or being prepared for a 15-20 minute wait during peak hours.
Our upstairs dining room tends to be quieter if you prefer a more intimate dining experience. Just let us know when you call, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your seating preferences.
We can accommodate most dietary restrictions with advance notice. We can modify many dishes to be gluten-free, and we offer several vegetarian pasta options using our fresh, house-made ingredients.
For food allergies, please inform us when making your reservation or when ordering. We take allergies seriously and can prepare your meal separately to avoid cross-contamination with allergens.
We use all-natural ingredients and can provide detailed information about what goes into each dish. Our servers are knowledgeable about ingredients and preparation methods, so don’t hesitate to ask questions about specific menu items.
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