Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You deserve more than ordinary dining. At Tartufo, every dish tells the story of Italy’s Abruzzo coast, where the mountains meet the sea and centuries-old recipes come alive.
We bring authentic techniques from the Adriatic shores directly to your table. Think tender calamari grilled to perfection, lobster ravioli in delicate pink sauce, and risotto brimming with fresh scallops and mussels.
This isn’t just dinner—it’s your escape to the Italian coastline without leaving Hopkinton.
Since 2004, we’ve been Hopkinton’s gateway to authentic Abruzzese cuisine. We’re not your typical Italian restaurant—our focus on coastal specialties from Italy’s Abruzzo region sets us apart.
We train in the traditional methods of this mountainous coastal region, where seafood meets rustic Italian cooking. Every pasta is made fresh daily, every sauce simmered with care, every dish crafted to transport you to the Italian seaside.
Local families have trusted us for nearly twenty years because we deliver consistent quality without the pretense. You’ll find us more convenient than Boston’s North End, with the same commitment to authentic flavors.
Your experience starts the moment you step inside. Choose between our elegant upstairs dining room with crystal chandeliers or our renovated downstairs space with its expansive bar and modern ambiance.
Our menu changes with the seasons, featuring the freshest seafood prepared using time-honored Abruzzese techniques. Start with our signature grilled calamari or fresh mussels in white wine sauce. Move on to handmade pasta dishes like our famous lobster ravioli or linguine alle vongole.
For the full experience, try our seafood risotto—arborio rice slowly cooked with fresh scallops, shrimp, clams, and mussels in a delicate white wine reduction. Each dish arrives perfectly timed, allowing you to savor every course without feeling rushed.
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Beyond exceptional food, we provide the complete dining experience Hopkinton residents deserve. Our upstairs private dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for special celebrations, while our main dining areas welcome both intimate dinners and family gatherings.
Live saxophone music adds elegance to select evenings, creating the perfect backdrop for anniversary dinners or date nights. Our wine selection pairs beautifully with seafood dishes, featuring Italian varietals alongside international options.
We also offer full catering services, bringing our Abruzzese specialties to your events. From corporate gatherings to wedding receptions, we handle every detail so you can focus on your guests. Hopkinton families rely on us because we understand that great food brings people together—whether it’s a quiet Tuesday dinner or your most important celebration.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese cuisine, focusing on the coastal traditions of Italy’s Abruzzo region where mountains meet the sea. Unlike typical Italian-American restaurants, we bring you the specific flavors of this coastal area.
We train in traditional Abruzzese techniques, and many of our team members have worked directly in the region. This means dishes like our grilled calamari, seafood risottos, and fresh pasta preparations follow centuries-old recipes rather than generic Italian-American versions.
We’ve been serving Hopkinton since 2004 with this authentic approach, making us the area’s premier destination for genuine Italian coastal cuisine.
Absolutely. Our upstairs private dining room seats up to 45 people for seated dinners and can accommodate up to 55 for cocktail-style events. This space features its own full-service bar and elegant atmosphere perfect for celebrations.
We handle everything from birthday parties and anniversary dinners to corporate events and wedding receptions. We work with you to create custom menus featuring our signature seafood dishes and Abruzzese specialties.
We also provide full catering services, bringing our authentic Italian coastal cuisine to your venue. Many Hopkinton families choose us for their most important celebrations because we understand how to make special occasions truly memorable.
Our signature grilled calamari is a customer favorite—tender squid grilled to perfection with olive oil, lemon, and herbs. The lobster ravioli, made fresh daily with lobster meat in a delicate vodka pink sauce, consistently ranks as our most requested pasta.
The seafood risotto is another standout, featuring arborio rice slowly cooked with fresh scallops, shrimp, clams, and mussels in white wine sauce. Our linguine alle vongole brings together fresh clams, garlic, white wine, and parsley in the traditional Abruzzese style.
For those seeking something unique, try our whole branzino or the mixed seafood grill featuring the day’s freshest catches. Each dish represents authentic coastal Italian cooking rather than heavy, sauce-laden preparations.
Yes, we highly recommend making reservations, especially for weekend dinners and our upstairs dining room. You can book through our website, by phone, or through OpenTable for your convenience.
For a quieter, more intimate experience, consider dining earlier in the evening or requesting our upstairs dining room. Tuesday through Thursday evenings often feature live saxophone music, adding to the romantic atmosphere.
If you’re celebrating a special occasion, let us know when making your reservation. We can arrange special touches like champagne service or our signature dessert presentation to make your evening even more memorable.
Yes, we welcome families while maintaining our elegant dining atmosphere. Our downstairs dining area works well for families with children, offering a more relaxed setting while still providing exceptional food and service.
We have options that appeal to younger diners alongside our sophisticated seafood offerings. The key is timing—earlier dinner hours tend to be more family-oriented, while later evenings lean toward couples and adult celebrations.
Many Hopkinton families have been dining with us for years, often starting when their children were young and continuing as they grow up. We’ve found the right balance between welcoming families and preserving the upscale experience our adult guests expect.
Expect an authentic Italian coastal dining experience that’s more refined than typical neighborhood Italian restaurants. You’ll be greeted warmly and can choose between our elegant upstairs dining room or our modern downstairs space with the bar area.
The menu focuses heavily on seafood prepared in the Abruzzese tradition, so you’ll find dishes you might not see elsewhere. Don’t hesitate to ask your server for recommendations—we know the menu thoroughly and can guide you toward dishes that match your preferences.
Plan for a leisurely meal rather than quick dining. We prepare everything to order using traditional techniques, and the pacing allows you to truly savor each course. Most first-time guests are surprised by both the authenticity of the cuisine and the warmth of the service.
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