Award-winning restaurant featuring authentic, unique, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
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You know the difference between good seafood and exceptional seafood. It’s in the sourcing, the preparation, and the passion behind every dish.
At Tartufo, you’ll experience what happens when authentic Italian techniques meet the finest daily-sourced seafood. Every plate tells the story of Mediterranean coastal tradition—from our signature lobster ravioli in vodka sauce to our pan-roasted Alaskan salmon with basil oil.
This isn’t just dinner. It’s the kind of meal that reminds you why you fell in love with seafood in the first place.
We have been serving the Greater Boston area with award-winning Italian cuisine rooted in authentic Abruzzese and Mediterranean traditions. Our culinary team brings decades of experience from Italy’s Adriatic coast, where seafood isn’t just food—it’s a way of life.
We’ve built our reputation on never compromising. Fresh ingredients sourced daily, homemade pasta crafted in-house, and traditional preparation methods that honor the sea’s natural flavors.
Waltham families have trusted us for years because we understand what matters: authentic flavors, warm hospitality, and the kind of dining experience that brings people together.
Our approach starts before you even walk through our doors. Each morning, we source the freshest seafood available, working directly with trusted suppliers who share our commitment to quality.
In our kitchen, traditional Italian techniques meet modern precision. Our chefs prepare each dish to order, whether it’s our signature seafood risotto with shrimp, scallops, and calamari, or our grilled swordfish with lemon caper sauce. Every sauce is made from scratch, every pasta is handcrafted.
Your experience unfolds in our warm, intimate dining room where attentive service ensures your meal flows seamlessly. From wine selection to final bite, we handle the details so you can focus on what matters—great food and great company.
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Our menu reflects the bounty of both sea and land, with seafood dishes that showcase authentic Italian coastal cuisine. You’ll find classics like our grilled seafood platter with shrimp, scallops, and calamari, alongside innovative creations like our lobster ravioli in pink vodka sauce.
Waltham diners appreciate our commitment to freshness—we never serve yesterday’s catch. Our daily specials feature whatever arrived that morning, prepared with seasonal vegetables and house-made accompaniments.
Beyond individual dishes, we offer full catering services for private events, bringing the same quality and attention to detail to your special occasions. Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two or a celebration for fifty, our team ensures every detail exceeds expectations.
Our seafood stands apart because of our authentic Italian preparation methods and commitment to daily-fresh sourcing. Unlike restaurants that rely on frozen ingredients, we work with trusted suppliers to ensure every piece of fish, every scallop, and every shrimp meets our exacting standards.
Our chefs trained in traditional Abruzzese techniques, bringing generations of Mediterranean coastal cooking to Waltham. This means dishes like our signature seafood risotto or grilled branzino aren’t just Italian-inspired—they’re prepared exactly as they would be along Italy’s Adriatic coast.
The difference shows in every bite. Our customers consistently tell us they can taste the freshness and authenticity that sets us apart from typical seafood restaurants in the area.
Absolutely. We understand that enjoying great seafood shouldn’t be limited by dietary restrictions, so our kitchen is equipped to handle various needs including gluten-free preparations and specific allergies.
Our chefs can modify most seafood dishes to accommodate gluten-free diets, preparing them with alternative seasonings and accompaniments. We also offer dairy-free options and can adjust preparation methods for those with shellfish allergies while still providing exceptional fish-based dishes.
We recommend informing us of any dietary restrictions when making your reservation. This allows our kitchen team to prepare properly and ensures your dining experience is both safe and delicious. Our staff is trained to discuss ingredients and preparation methods in detail.
Our signature dishes reflect both traditional Italian coastal cuisine and local preferences. The lobster ravioli in vodka sauce consistently ranks as our most requested dish—handmade pasta filled with fresh lobster meat in our house-made pink sauce with crab meat and arugula.
The seafood risotto is another standout, featuring arborio rice with shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and calamari in white wine sauce. For those preferring simpler preparations, our pan-roasted salmon with diced tomatoes, capers, and basil oil showcases how quality ingredients speak for themselves.
Our daily specials often become temporary favorites, featuring whatever exceptional seafood arrived that morning. Regular customers know to ask about these specials, as they represent the absolute best available that day.
Freshness starts with our sourcing relationships. We work directly with reputable suppliers who understand our standards, receiving deliveries multiple times per week rather than relying on frozen inventory.
Our kitchen follows strict protocols for handling and storing seafood. Everything is temperature-controlled from delivery to preparation, and we never serve seafood that doesn’t meet our freshness standards. This sometimes means certain items aren’t available if the quality isn’t perfect—a policy our customers appreciate.
You can see this commitment in our daily specials menu, which changes based on the best available catches. Our chefs inspect every delivery personally, and we’d rather disappoint someone by being out of a dish than serve something that doesn’t represent our quality standards.
Our wine selection is carefully curated to complement both our seafood dishes and Italian heritage. For lighter preparations like our grilled branzino or pan-roasted salmon, we recommend crisp Italian whites such as Pinot Grigio or Vermentino that won’t overpower the delicate fish flavors.
Richer dishes like our seafood risotto or lobster ravioli pair beautifully with medium-bodied whites like Soave or even light reds such as Chianti Classico. Our staff is trained to make specific recommendations based on your dish selection and personal preferences.
We also offer wine flights that allow you to experience different pairings throughout your meal. Our sommelier has selected combinations that highlight both the wine and the seafood, creating a complete dining experience that showcases the best of Italian coastal cuisine.
Yes, we provide comprehensive catering services and can accommodate private events both in our restaurant and at off-site locations. Our catering menu features many of our signature seafood dishes, adapted for larger groups while maintaining the same quality standards.
For in-restaurant private dining, we can reserve sections of our dining room for intimate gatherings or special celebrations. Our team works with you to create custom menus that fit your event’s needs and budget, whether it’s a business dinner or family celebration.
Off-site catering brings our authentic Italian seafood to your venue. We handle everything from setup to service, ensuring your guests experience the same quality they’d receive in our restaurant. Popular catering options include our seafood antipasto platters, pasta dishes, and signature entrees that travel well while maintaining their flavors.
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