Seafood Restaurant in Cambridge, MA

Authentic Italian Coastal Dining Experience

Fresh Abruzzese seafood meets handcrafted Italian tradition in Cambridge’s most distinctive seafood restaurant, serving the community for nearly two decades.
Juicy grilled prawns garnished with fresh herbs and a lemon slice, perfect for seafood lovers.
Succulent shrimp prepared with rich truffle flavor on a white plate.

Fine Dining Seafood Cambridge, MA

Where Italian Coast Meets Cambridge

You walk into an atmosphere that transports you straight to Italy’s Adriatic coast. The aroma of fresh seafood mingles with homemade pasta, while the sound of gentle conversation fills spaces designed for connection. This isn’t your typical Cambridge seafood restaurant experience.

Here, every dish tells the story of Abruzzo’s coastal traditions. Your evening unfolds with our signature Grilled Calamari that’s become legendary among Cambridge diners. The pasta arrives made fresh that day, paired with seafood that meets the same standards you’d expect along Italy’s shores.

The result? You leave knowing you’ve experienced something authentic. Not a reproduction or interpretation, but genuine Italian coastal cuisine that Cambridge has embraced for nearly two decades.

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Two Decades Serving Cambridge Communities

Since 2004, we’ve been the go-to seafood restaurant for Cambridge residents seeking authentic Abruzzese coastal cuisine. What started as our vision to bring Italy’s Adriatic coast flavors to the Cambridge area has become a cornerstone of fine dining for the community.

We take our name from the rare truffle mushrooms found only in the Abruzzo region, ingredients that appear throughout our signature dishes. Cambridge diners discovered something special here: true Italian seafood restaurant quality without the trek to Boston’s crowded North End.

What sets us apart as a seafood restaurant in Cambridge, MA? We hire chefs directly from the Abruzzo region who prepare dishes using traditional coastal techniques. This commitment to authenticity has earned us a 4.5-star reputation and loyal Cambridge clientele who return generation after generation.

Fresh salad with truffle, tomatoes, olives, feta, and mixed greens, drizzled with dressing for a gourmet Tartufo experience.

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From Adriatic Coast to Cambridge Tables

Your Cambridge seafood restaurant experience begins with choosing between our two distinct dining atmospheres. Our elegant upstairs features chandeliers and large windows perfect for special Cambridge celebrations. Our modern downstairs offers contemporary sophistication with an expansive bar.

Our kitchen operates on Italian coastal principles that have made us the premium seafood restaurant Cambridge residents trust. Seafood arrives daily, pasta is made in-house, and signature dishes like our Veal Chop stuffed with prosciutto reflect the care we take with every Cambridge order.

Our service matches the quality Cambridge expects from a fine dining seafood restaurant. Your server understands both our menu and the Cambridge community we serve. Wine pairings complement our coastal cuisine, and the pace allows for the connection that makes us Cambridge’s favorite seafood restaurant for celebrations.

Delicious salmon fillet seasoned with tartufo truffle, served with fresh salad and lemon wedge on a green plate.

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Complete Italian Coastal Dining for Cambridge

Our menu reflects what Cambridge diners have come to expect from their premier Italian seafood restaurant: authentic Abruzzese preparations unavailable elsewhere in the area. Our signature dishes include Linguini with half lobster, garlic, plum tomato and basil, plus our famous Grilled Calamari that keeps Cambridge customers returning.

Cambridge families and couples choose from our pasta options like Lobster Ravioli in vodka pink sauce with crab meat, or Risotto Pescatore featuring shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and calamari. Each dish uses organic ingredients and traditional methods that have made us Cambridge’s trusted fine dining seafood restaurant.

We serve Cambridge’s diverse dining needs: intimate dinners, family celebrations, and private events for up to 45 people. Live saxophone music on select evenings creates the sophisticated atmosphere that’s made us Cambridge, MA’s premier seafood restaurant for nearly twenty years.

Savory chicken fillet with truffle oil, served with greens and a rich sauce on white plate.

What makes this the best seafood restaurant in Cambridge, MA?

We stand out as Cambridge’s premier seafood restaurant through authentic Abruzzese coastal cuisine from Italy’s Adriatic coast, not typical Italian-American dishes. While other Cambridge seafood restaurants offer standard preparations, we hire chefs directly from the Abruzzo region who use traditional methods.

Our menu focuses on seafood preparations specific to this Italian coastal region, featuring dishes like Linguini with half lobster and our signature Grilled Calamari that Cambridge diners can’t find elsewhere. Rather than adapting recipes for American tastes, we maintain authentic Italian techniques and ingredients.

This commitment to authenticity, combined with nearly 20 years serving the Cambridge community since 2004, creates a dining experience that transports Cambridge residents to Italy’s coast. Our 4.5-star reputation reflects why Cambridge considers us their finest Italian seafood restaurant.

Yes, we welcome Cambridge families and accommodate large group dining with experience serving the Cambridge community’s diverse needs. Our staff handles various dietary restrictions and works with Cambridge families to modify dishes when possible.

For larger Cambridge celebrations, our upstairs dining room seats up to 45 people, with cocktail functions for up to 55. We create custom menus for Cambridge private events, whether birthday parties, anniversaries, graduations, or corporate functions from local Cambridge businesses.

Our family-friendly atmosphere has welcomed Cambridge families since 2004, and our experienced staff manages everything from intimate anniversary dinners to large Cambridge family gatherings. This attention to community needs has made us Cambridge’s most trusted seafood restaurant for special occasions.

Our signature Grilled Calamari has been Cambridge’s favorite since we opened in 2004. This authentic Abruzzese preparation showcases why Cambridge residents consider us their premier Italian seafood restaurant.

Cambridge diners also love our Linguini with half lobster, featuring garlic, plum tomato, basil, and crushed red pepper, and our Lobster Ravioli in vodka pink sauce with crab meat and arugula. Our Risotto Pescatore combines shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and calamari in traditional Italian style.

Our Pan-roasted Wild Alaskan Salmon with diced tomatoes, capers, and basil oil represents our commitment to fresh, quality ingredients. Each dish reflects traditional Abruzzese coastal cooking that has kept Cambridge customers returning for nearly two decades.

Cambridge diners should make reservations in advance, especially for weekend dinners and special occasions. Our intimate size and Cambridge community following means tables fill quickly during peak hours and holidays.

For regular dinner reservations, Cambridge residents typically book a few days to a week ahead to ensure availability. However, for special Cambridge celebrations like Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or holiday gatherings, we recommend booking 2-3 weeks in advance.

Private event bookings for Cambridge celebrations require more advance notice, particularly during popular months. Our staff works with Cambridge clients to plan custom menus and accommodations, but early booking ensures Cambridge residents get their preferred dates for our premier seafood restaurant experience.

We offer two distinct experiences that have made us the area’s favorite for different occasions. Our elegant upstairs dining room features chandeliers, large windows with golden drapes, and sophisticated atmosphere perfect for Cambridge romantic dinners and special celebrations.

Our renovated downstairs provides modern elegance with an expansive bar, white tablecloths, and contemporary design that Cambridge diners appreciate for both casual dinners and business meetings. This versatility has made us Cambridge’s most adaptable fine dining seafood restaurant.

Live saxophone music on select evenings creates the upscale ambiance that makes us Cambridge’s premier choice for date nights. Our warm, welcoming environment accommodates everything from intimate Cambridge dinners to large family celebrations, ensuring the atmosphere matches every Cambridge dining occasion.

We conveniently serve Cambridge residents from our Newton Centre location, just 15-20 minutes away depending on your Cambridge starting point. Our location offers Cambridge diners a more relaxed experience than Boston’s crowded seafood restaurants while maintaining premium quality.

Street parking is available in Newton Centre, making us more accessible than many Boston seafood destinations. Cambridge residents appreciate this convenient alternative to city parking and crowds while enjoying the same level of authentic Italian coastal cuisine.

Our Newton location has been part of our appeal to Cambridge diners since 2004, offering easy access to authentic Abruzzese coastal cuisine. Many Cambridge customers prefer our location over Boston’s North End, citing convenience and the welcoming atmosphere that’s made us Cambridge’s trusted neighborhood seafood restaurant.

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