Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You get authentic Italian coastal cuisine right in Stoneham. No more fighting Boston traffic or hunting for parking when you want quality seafood. Our Abruzzese-trained chefs bring the same award-winning recipes that have earned us 4.5 stars for over 20 years.
Your evening starts with expertly prepared antipasti and ends with house-made desserts. Between those moments, you experience seafood the way it’s meant to be—fresh, authentic, and prepared with techniques passed down through generations of Italian coastal cooking.
Every dish reflects our commitment to quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods. You taste the difference when chefs understand both the sea and the Italian tradition of honoring its bounty.
We bring award-winning Italian seafood cuisine to Stoneham, building on our 20-year reputation for authentic Abruzzese coastal cooking. We’ve served thousands of guests who return for our signature approach to fresh seafood and homemade pasta.
Our chefs train in the Abruzzo region of Italy, learning the coastal techniques that make our seafood dishes distinctive. This isn’t your typical Italian-American restaurant—we specialize in the seafood-rich cuisine of Italy’s Adriatic coast.
Stoneham residents deserve access to this level of culinary authenticity without the drive to Newton or Boston. We’re bringing the same quality that has earned us recognition as one of Massachusetts’ premier Italian seafood destinations.
We start each day selecting the freshest seafood available from trusted suppliers who understand our quality standards. Our chefs prepare each dish using traditional Abruzzese techniques, from hand-rolling pasta to creating signature sauces that complement rather than mask the seafood’s natural flavors.
Your experience begins when you’re seated in our elegant dining room, designed to evoke the warmth of an Italian coastal trattoria. Our servers guide you through menu selections, explaining the origins of each dish and suggesting wine pairings from our curated Italian collection.
Each plate arrives at the perfect temperature, timed so your entire table enjoys the meal together. This attention to service timing reflects our understanding that great seafood dining is about more than just the food—it’s about the entire experience.
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Your dining experience includes our full range of Abruzzese coastal specialties, from antipasti featuring imported Italian ingredients to our signature seafood pasta dishes made fresh daily. We offer both à la carte dining and multi-course tasting menus that showcase the breadth of Italian coastal cuisine.
Stoneham diners appreciate our private dining room, perfect for business meetings, family celebrations, or intimate gatherings. The space accommodates up to 45 guests and includes dedicated service staff who understand the importance of your special occasions.
Our full-service bar features an extensive Italian wine selection, craft cocktails, and after-dinner digestivi that complement your meal. Many guests extend their evening in our bar area, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and continuing conversations over expertly prepared drinks.
We specialize in authentic Abruzzese coastal cuisine, a regional Italian style that focuses heavily on fresh seafood. Unlike typical American seafood restaurants, we use traditional Italian techniques and imported ingredients to create dishes you’d find along Italy’s Adriatic coast.
Our chefs train in the Abruzzo region, learning preparation methods that have been refined over centuries. This means our seafood pasta dishes, risottos, and whole fish preparations reflect authentic Italian coastal cooking rather than Italian-American adaptations.
We also make our pasta fresh daily and source ingredients that meet Italian standards for quality and authenticity. This commitment to traditional methods creates flavors that distinguish us from other seafood options in the Stoneham area.
Yes, our private dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for seated dinners and can handle larger cocktail receptions. We regularly host business meetings, family celebrations, anniversary dinners, and corporate events.
Our private dining includes dedicated service staff and customized menu options that work within your budget and dietary requirements. We can arrange wine pairings, special desserts, and other touches that make your event memorable.
We recommend booking private dining at least two weeks in advance, especially during peak seasons and holidays. Our event coordinator works with you to plan every detail, from menu selection to room setup, ensuring your gathering exceeds expectations.
Our signature dishes include the Grilled Calamari, prepared with Italian herbs and served with a traditional marinara sauce, and our Lobster Ravioli in vodka pink sauce with crab meat and arugula. These dishes showcase our expertise in both seafood preparation and fresh pasta making.
The Linguini alle Vongole (clams) and our Seafood Risotto are also guest favorites, featuring traditional Abruzzese preparations that highlight the natural flavors of fresh shellfish. Our whole Branzino, prepared Mediterranean-style, appeals to diners seeking an authentic Italian coastal experience.
Many guests also enjoy our daily fresh fish specials, which change based on seasonal availability and our chef’s recommendations. These specials often feature preparation methods that reflect current Italian coastal cooking trends while maintaining traditional flavor profiles.
Our sommelier has curated an extensive Italian wine list specifically chosen to complement our seafood-focused menu. We offer both individual wine selections and multi-course pairings that enhance each dish’s flavors.
Our wine list emphasizes Italian coastal regions, particularly whites from areas like Vermentino di Sardegna and Falanghina from Campania, which traditionally pair with seafood dishes. We also feature Italian rosés and light reds that work well with our heartier seafood preparations.
For special occasions, we offer guided wine tastings and educational pairings where our sommelier explains why specific wines complement particular dishes. This service helps guests understand Italian wine culture while enhancing their dining experience.
First-time guests typically begin with our antipasti selection, which introduces you to authentic Italian coastal flavors through imported cheeses, cured meats, and marinated seafood preparations. Our servers explain each dish’s regional origins and suggest progression through the menu.
The pace of service reflects Italian dining culture—unhurried and designed for conversation and enjoyment rather than quick turnover. Most guests spend 1.5 to 2 hours for dinner, allowing time to appreciate each course and the restaurant’s ambiance.
We encourage guests to ask questions about preparation methods, ingredients, or wine selections. Our staff understands that authentic Italian coastal cuisine may be new to some diners, and we enjoy sharing the stories behind our dishes and cooking techniques.
We strongly recommend reservations, especially for dinner service and weekend dining. Our dining room fills quickly, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings when many guests choose us for special occasions and date nights.
Tuesday through Thursday evenings typically offer more availability, and these nights often feature live saxophone music that creates an intimate atmosphere without the weekend crowds. Many regular guests prefer these quieter evenings for business dinners or romantic occasions.
Holiday periods and special events require advance booking, sometimes several weeks ahead. We accept reservations online through our website or by phone, and we accommodate special seating requests when possible, including our quieter upstairs dining area for more intimate conversations.
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