Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You’re not just booking a room – you’re securing a complete experience. Your guests walk into our dedicated private event space and immediately know this isn’t your typical catered affair.
The authentic Italian aromas hit first. Then they see the carefully set tables, the thoughtful lighting, the attention to every detail that makes them feel genuinely welcome. No rushed service or reheated food here.
When your colleagues taste our signature lobster ravioli or your family shares our house-made gnocchi, they’re experiencing what Newton Centre has celebrated for nearly 20 years. This is the kind of event people remember – and the kind that reflects well on you.
Since 2004, we’ve been the Italian restaurant that Melrose-area families and businesses trust for their most important gatherings. Owner Anna Mountzuris built Tartufo on a simple principle: authentic ingredients, traditional preparation, and service that makes every guest feel valued.
We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. We’re the award-winning Italian restaurant that imports our chefs directly from Abruzzo, sources organic ingredients, and has earned the loyalty of customers who’ve been coming back for nearly two decades.
When you choose Tartufo for your private event in Melrose, you’re choosing the restaurant that locals recommend to their own families. That’s not marketing speak – that’s 20 years of proof.
First, we listen. Tell us about your event – the occasion, your group size, any dietary needs, your vision for the evening. Our experienced event team has handled everything from intimate business dinners to large family celebrations.
Next, we customize. Choose from our prix fixe menus or work with us to create something specific to your group. Want that live saxophone ambiance? We can arrange it. Need the upstairs elegant dining room or prefer our renovated downstairs space? We’ll match the setting to your style.
Finally, we execute. On event day, you’re a guest at your own party. Our team handles service, timing, and all the details while you focus on what matters – connecting with the people you’ve brought together. No stress, no surprises, just the kind of evening that makes everyone ask when you’re planning the next one.
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Your dedicated private dining room accommodates everything from intimate groups to larger celebrations. But the space is just the beginning.
You get our full Italian menu prepared fresh to order – none of that limited “banquet menu” nonsense. Our chefs use the same organic ingredients and traditional techniques that have earned us recognition as an award-winning restaurant. Whether your guests choose our signature veal chop with truffle or classic chicken parmigiana, every dish reflects our commitment to authentic Italian cuisine.
The Melrose location means your guests actually enjoy getting here. Convenient parking, easy access from Route 1 and I-93, and no downtown Boston traffic stress. Your out-of-town colleagues won’t spend 30 minutes circling for parking, and your local friends won’t complain about the drive.
Plus, we handle the details that matter: dietary accommodations, wine pairings from our extensive Italian selection, and service timing that keeps your event flowing naturally.
Our dedicated private event room comfortably seats up to 45 people for sit-down dinners, with cocktail-style events accommodating up to 55 guests. We also offer semi-private options in our main dining areas for smaller groups of 10-20 people.
The beauty of our setup is flexibility. Need an intimate business dinner for 8? Perfect. Planning a family celebration for 40? We’ve got you covered. We’ve hosted everything from corporate meetings to wedding rehearsal dinners, anniversary parties to graduation celebrations.
For larger groups, we can discuss partial restaurant buyouts during certain times. The key is calling us early so we can work with your specific needs and ensure your event gets the attention it deserves.
Absolutely. We’ve been accommodating dietary needs for nearly 20 years, so we know how to handle gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific requirements without making anyone feel like an afterthought.
Our chefs prepare everything fresh to order, which gives us the flexibility to modify dishes or create alternatives that actually taste good. We’re not just removing ingredients – we’re creating dishes that work for your guests’ needs while maintaining the authentic Italian flavors we’re known for.
The important thing is giving us advance notice. When you book your private event, let us know about any dietary requirements. We’ll work directly with you to ensure every guest has options they’ll genuinely enjoy, not just tolerate.
Your private event includes the dedicated dining space, full table service, and access to our complete menu of authentic Italian cuisine. We provide all linens, place settings, and standard dining room amenities.
You can choose from our prix fixe event menus or work with us to customize selections from our regular menu. Wine service is available from our extensive Italian wine list, and we can arrange for our live saxophone entertainment if that fits your event’s atmosphere.
What you won’t get are hidden fees or surprise charges. We discuss all costs upfront, including service charges and any special arrangements. Our goal is making your event planning straightforward, not stressful.
For most private events, booking 2-4 weeks in advance gives you the best selection of dates and times. However, we’ve accommodated last-minute events when our schedule allows, and we recommend booking further ahead for peak times like holiday seasons or graduation periods.
Popular dates fill up quickly, especially Friday and Saturday evenings, so earlier is always better. If you have a specific date that’s non-negotiable – like an anniversary or retirement party – call us as soon as you know.
We also offer more flexibility for weekday events and Sunday gatherings. These times often work better for business events anyway, and you’ll typically have more menu and timing options available.
Yes, we provide made-to-order catering services for events at your location. This works particularly well for office parties, home celebrations, or venues that allow outside catering.
Our off-site catering maintains the same quality standards as our restaurant service. We prepare everything fresh and transport it properly to ensure your guests experience the authentic Italian flavors we’re known for. Popular catering options include our pasta dishes, chicken and veal specialties, and appetizer selections.
Keep in mind that catering requires different planning than in-house events. We’ll need details about your venue, guest count, and any equipment limitations. The earlier you contact us, the better we can customize the catering experience to work perfectly with your event location.
The biggest difference is authenticity combined with experience. We’re not a generic event space that happens to serve food – we’re an award-winning Italian restaurant that specializes in private events.
Our chefs come directly from the Abruzzo region of Italy, and we use traditional preparation methods with organic ingredients. When your guests taste our food, they’re experiencing genuine Italian cuisine, not Americanized versions. That level of authenticity is rare, especially in a private event setting.
Plus, we’ve been doing this successfully for nearly 20 years. We know how to handle the logistics, timing, and service details that make events flow smoothly. You’re not our practice run – you’re benefiting from two decades of experience in making private events memorable for all the right reasons.
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