Tartufo Restaurant

Check out this restaurant today. A bit of a drive but well worth it. I had the eggplant rollatini. It was done expertly and the sauce was as good as my own. I also had the stracciatella soup. It was terrific with a light broth. I would come more if it was closer. If you're in the Newton area... this place is a must.

I dined here last night to celebrate a friend's birthday; there were three of us. My first time and I *will* be back. We sat upstairs which was more intimate than downstairs, which was hopping and a bit noisy. We started off with wine--2 glasses of sauvignon blanc and 1 of chardonnay, which were fine. The birthday girl and I had the Scallops and Pappardelle, which we both declared delicious. Four large scallops and the pappardelle was cooked to perfection in just the right amount of a nice creamy sauce. Our companion had something similar which she also loved. The bread offered was less than impressive--I'm sure it was authentic but not to my taste, too crunchy. I did a quick internet search and it looked close to crostini. Service was outstanding, attentive but not too much so. When the waitperson found out we were celebrating a birthday he offered a dessert on the house -- classy, Tartufo! The profiteroles (photo attached) were scrumptuous. All in all, a success. I can't wait to return!

Visiting recently for a small birthday party- The general ambiance is nice, clean, simple.The food was overall -good . The wait staff was rude and clearly not trained. No idea what was on the menu. No idea on order of service (, drinks, appetizer, entrees etc) no idea what was in the most basic cocktail? And rude and butt hurt. Too bad - he ruins it for everyone

Overpriced italian food in Newton. We came as a group and while the vibes were very festive on a weekday, the food was a different story. I had the lobster pasta which was flavorless and overcooked. The apps which included tomato burrata and meatball tasted bland (a bit like frozen meatballs).

This is pasta heaven!Last night. chicken parmigiana and eggplant rollattini, It came with two little rolls with butter and sprinkle parmesan. Also was wrapped really well. I should have taken a picture last night but I didn't. HOWEVER they were so good I ordered there again tonight. Last night, the chicken parm was perfect, it wasn't mushy from the steam the cheese was browned up nicely and there was the perfect amount. While it shouldn't be the star of this dish... The Pasta. Whoever was on duty last night knew EXACTLY what they were doing. First thing I did when it arrived. Took a bite. Perfection. Al dente perfection. Back to the chicken this may sound weird, but I could tell that great care had been taken to ensure the thickness was consistent and that make a difference with the taste and crunch. 10/10 Eggplant Rollatini, another 10/10. This is one of my favorite dishes. The sauce was slightly sweet, the eggplant cooked/friend perfectly. The filling let's me know there is a god.The bread, in theory nothing special. But it was special. Care had been put into the packaging. It was also spongey enough to soak up sauce and had a nice chew. Tonight: Pappardelle al Tartufo. Amazing again. Great tasting mushrooms. Again pasta was on point. Caesar Salad: door dash said it was the number 1 most ordered thing. It kind of fell flat for me. The portion was small for a $14 salad, the lettuce was ok, fresh, but was missing the crunch I was looking for. Dressing is great. Little bread thing great. And solid portion of shaved cheese. Now general ramblings: Tartufo delivered. Things I think about prior to ordering pasta take away. It is always questionable. Will it be over cooked and mushy? Will it spill? Is the cheese going to be congealed? Will it be to temp?Their packaging was perfect. It seems like a lot. Separate bag for hot and cold, etc. The Saran Wrap over the plastic is appreciate by delivery drivers everywhere. Temp perfect and the delivery containers are durable enough to get reused. Definitely will repeat. I think next time I'm person!

5 person dinner.Starters - carpaccio very little taste, calamari was bad, caprese salad was ok.5 mains, risotto, pasta and salmon. No salt in any of them, fish was overcooked.We skipped desserts (didn't want to take the risk, went to JP Licks).Service was very good however.The check included 20% tip for a big group, since when is 5 a big group?Never again.

The best Italian food me and my girlfriend have tasted! The server was amazing! We'll definitely go back!

Tartufo at Newton Center is an exquisite dining experience that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine. The ambiance is elegant and inviting, perfect for a special night out with friends or family. The service is impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring every detail is perfect. The food is a symphony of flavors, from the perfectly al dente pasta to the fresh, flavorful seafood. The desserts are insane and the espresso martini to close the night out.

Price gougers serving grocery-store pasta sauce.There's inflation and there's exploiting town residents... like $37 chicken parm inferior to Bill's Pizza directly across the square (which only lacks table cloths and a waitstaff). As far as this restaurant's waitstaff, you'll pay a mandatory 20% tip for more than four (4) people in your party.Newton's businesses, especially in the center, are known to be pricey. These guys push the limit to the point of ugliness.But if you're on a budget, they'll be happy to serve you steamed broccoli for $14.

This is a lovely situated restaurant near Union Street. It's pleasant and clean and comfortable inside. I'm giving it three stars because it was clear the wait staff was not trained. One person reached across me with a wet water pitcher to pour a glass of water. The staff seemed bored and a bit rude. They didn't smile and when we were done plied all the plates on top of each other. Their italian soup is very good and worth buying. However the salad was drenched in salad dressing that was too heavy in vinegar. Overall, a bit mixed