Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You’re tired of settling for mediocre chain Italian food when you crave something real. At Tartufo, every dish tells the story of authentic Abruzzese tradition—from our signature lobster ravioli swimming in vodka pink sauce to our perfectly grilled calamari that rivals anything you’d find on Italy’s coastal regions.
Our made-to-order approach means your pasta isn’t sitting under heat lamps. Your veal chop isn’t mass-produced. When you walk through our doors, you’re getting the same attention to quality and flavor that has kept families coming back for over two decades.
The difference is in the details: organic meats sourced with care, vegetables that arrive fresh daily, and sauces that simmer with the patience of old-world tradition. This isn’t just dinner—it’s your escape to the Italian coast, right here near Natick.
Since 2004, we’ve been the MetroWest area’s answer to authentic Italian dining. While other restaurants chase trends, we’ve stayed true to the Abruzzese traditions that our founder Anna Mountzuris brought from Italy’s coastal regions.
You won’t find us cutting corners with frozen ingredients or pre-made sauces. Our chefs, many trained in the Abruzzo region itself, understand that real Italian cooking requires patience, quality ingredients, and respect for tradition. This commitment to authenticity has earned us recognition as one of the area’s premier Italian food destinations.
Located in Newton Centre, we’re perfectly positioned to serve Natick families and food lovers who refuse to settle for ordinary Italian-American fare. When you want the real thing without the drive to Boston’s North End, we deliver the Italian dining experience you’re craving.
Your experience starts the moment you call for reservations. Our staff knows that good Italian dining begins with warm hospitality—something you’ll notice from your first interaction.
When you arrive, you’ll choose between our elegant upstairs dining room with chandeliers and golden drapes, or our newly renovated downstairs space featuring an expansive bar and intimate table settings. Both spaces offer the same commitment to quality Italian food, just different atmospheres for your mood.
Your meal begins with warm, freshly baked bread while you browse our menu of made-to-order specialties. Every dish is prepared when you order it—no shortcuts, no heat lamps. Our kitchen uses the same techniques that have been perfected in Abruzzo’s coastal kitchens for generations, ensuring each plate delivers the authentic Italian flavors you expect.
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Your evening at Tartufo includes more than just exceptional Italian food. On select nights, live saxophone music fills our dining room, creating the perfect backdrop for date nights and celebrations. Our upstairs private dining room accommodates groups up to 45 people, making us the ideal choice for business dinners, birthday parties, and family gatherings.
For Natick residents, we’re the convenient alternative to Boston’s crowded North End restaurants. You get the same authenticity and quality without the traffic, parking hassles, and tourist crowds. Our location offers easy parking and a more relaxed pace that lets you actually enjoy your Italian dining experience.
We also provide full catering services for your home or office events, bringing our Abruzzese specialties directly to you. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner for two or a celebration for fifty, our team handles every detail so you can focus on what matters—spending time with the people you care about.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese cuisine from Italy’s coastal region, which sets us apart from typical Italian-American restaurants serving basic lasagna and chicken parmesan. Our menu features unique dishes like lobster ravioli, grilled calamari, and our signature veal chop stuffed with prosciutto and fontina cheese.
Our commitment to authenticity goes beyond the menu. We hire chefs trained in the Abruzzo region and use organic meats, fresh vegetables, and traditional cooking methods. Every dish is made to order using natural ingredients, not pre-made sauces or frozen components that you’ll find at chain Italian food restaurants.
Since 2004, we’ve maintained this standard of excellence while other restaurants have come and gone. Our award-winning status and loyal customer base reflect our dedication to bringing real Italian flavors to the MetroWest community.
Absolutely. Families are a cornerstone of Italian culture, and we welcome children of all ages at Tartufo. Our downstairs dining area offers a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere where parents can relax while children enjoy authentic Italian food prepared with care.
We regularly host birthday celebrations, family gatherings, and multi-generational dinners. Our staff understands how to make families feel comfortable, and our Italian food menu includes options that appeal to younger palates while maintaining our commitment to quality ingredients.
Many of our longtime customers have been bringing their children here for years, creating lasting memories over our authentic Italian dishes. We’ve watched families grow while maintaining the same warm, welcoming environment that makes everyone feel at home.
Our lobster ravioli is consistently our most requested dish—homemade pasta stuffed with fresh lobster in a vodka pink sauce with crab meat and arugula. It perfectly represents our Abruzzese coastal heritage and commitment to premium ingredients in our Italian food preparation.
Our grilled calamari is another signature that showcases our authentic preparation methods. Unlike many Italian restaurants that serve fried calamari, we grill ours to highlight the natural flavors of the seafood. Our bone-in double-cut veal chop, stuffed with prosciutto and fontina cheese, represents the best of our meat preparations.
For pasta lovers, our pappardelle al tartufo features the rare truffle mushroom that gives our restaurant its name. This dish connects directly to our Abruzzese roots, as these truffles are only found in that specific region of Italy, making it truly unique Italian food.
Yes, our upstairs dining room serves as a beautiful private event space that accommodates up to 45 people for seated dinners or 55 for cocktail receptions. The elegant atmosphere features chandeliers, large windows, and golden drapes that create the perfect setting for celebrations featuring our authentic Italian food.
We coordinate every aspect of your event, from custom Italian food menus tailored to your preferences to full bar service. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception, corporate dinner, birthday celebration, or memorial gathering, our experienced team handles the details so you can focus on your guests.
We also offer comprehensive catering services for events at your location. Our catering brings the same authentic Abruzzese flavors and quality service to your home, office, or venue of choice, ensuring your guests experience the best Italian food wherever you choose to celebrate.
We strongly recommend making reservations ahead of time, particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings when we’re typically fully booked with guests seeking quality Italian food. You can call us directly, and our staff will work with you to find the best seating time for your party size and preferences.
If you have specific requests—like a quiet table for conversation, our upstairs dining room for a special occasion, or seating during our live saxophone performances—let us know when you call. We’ll do our best to accommodate your needs and make your Italian dining experience exactly what you’re hoping for.
For larger parties or private events, we recommend calling at least two weeks in advance to ensure availability and proper planning. Our team can discuss menu options, timing, and any special arrangements during your reservation call.
We offer the same level of authenticity and quality you’d find in Boston’s North End Italian restaurants, but with the convenience of local dining near Natick. You avoid the traffic, parking challenges, and tourist crowds that come with Boston restaurants, while still getting genuine Italian cuisine prepared by chefs trained in traditional methods.
Our location in Newton Centre puts us just minutes from Natick, making us easily accessible for a spontaneous dinner or planned celebration. You can enjoy a relaxed meal featuring the best Italian food without rushing to beat traffic or worrying about expensive parking fees.
Many of our customers tell us they’ve stopped making the trip into Boston because we deliver the authentic Italian food flavors they crave in a more comfortable, convenient setting. We’re proud to bring that level of quality to the MetroWest community.
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