Amelia's Trattoria

4.7

1191 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Delio Susi, in anticipation of his restaurant’s tenth anniversary, refined both his restaurant’s menu as well as its interior design, to great success. Losing none of his Abruzzi roots, the food is clean but clearly Italian, and a little rustic. The warm and inviting room makes the same statement. Drawing on his architectural background, Susi plays with simple organic materials, like square slate tiles and tabletops, and brown leather tufted banquettes. The use of brick plus copper fixtures contribute to the Italian country/casual feel that serves food and wine to match. Wooden floors and European style open windows for the summer add to this ambiance. And red lamps that hang in bright contrast with the earthy tones during the day, shed a sexy flattering nighttime glow. Amelia’s Trattoria offers a personal and authentic dining experience using top local ingredients infused with the heart of its Italian chef.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 868-7600
Website
http://www.ameliastrattoria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Delio Susi, Jr.
Catering
We offer full catering service customized to your event. Please contact Rebecca at ameliascambridge@gmail.com with any questions.
Private party facilities
At Amelia’s our staff will help you make the most of your special event. We work with you personally to attend to every detail of your dining experience, from customizing your menu to choosing floral arrangements for decorations. We can comfortably accommodate 40 people for dinner or 50 people for a stand up cocktail reception. Whether it is a graduation, baby shower, corporate event or anniversary, our dining room is intimate, cozy and flexible for any type of occasion. For more information or to speak to the chef about a customized menu please call the restaurant.

Location
111 Harvard St., Cambridge, MA 02139
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Cross street
Portland
Parking details
On street metered parking available directly in front of Amelia's on Portland St. Draper Lab parking garage is located across the street.
Public transit
Ten minute walk from Kendall T-stop (Red line)and Central Square.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Crispy Calamari$12.00
Preserved Lemon Risotto, Horseradish Aioli
Antipasto For Two$18.00
Chef's Selection of Assorted Meats and Cheeses
P.E.I. Mussels$12.00
Stewed in Basil, Slow Roasted Tomatoes, White Wine, Garlic, Butter
Caponatina$10.00
Roasted Eggplant, Capers, Plum Tomatoes, Mint, Foccacia Toast
Soft Polenta$12.00
Wild Mushroom Braise, Crispy Sage

Pasta

House-Made Spaghetti$16.00
Plum Tomato Ragu, Basil, Shaved Parmesan
Ravioli of the Night$20.00
Ask Your Server for the Ravioli & Sauce of the Night
Braised Short Rib Bolognese$20.00
Fresh Fusilli, Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Linguine alla Vongole$19.00
Fresh Clams, House-made Linguine, Red or White Sauce
House-Made Gnocchi$19.00
Butternut Squash, Brown Butter Crispy Sage
Spaghetti alla Carbonara$19.00
Crispy Pancetta, Parmesan, Onions, Egg Yolk
Wild Mushroom Risotto$25.00
Green Peas, White Truffle Butter, Shaved Cheese

Small Plates

Mediterranean Olives$10.00
Shaved Fennel, Red Onion
Fire Roasted Red Peppers$10.00
Marinated Roma Artichokes$10.00
Polenta$10.00
E.V.O.O., Garlic, Parmesan, Bruschetta
Truffle Frites$10.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00
Lemon Parmesan Croutons, Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan
Baby Arugula$12.00
Sweet Pears, Gorgonzola Cheese, Pecan Citrus Vinaigrette
Mixed Baby Field Greens$7.00
Balsamic Vinaigrette, Sweet & Sour Onions
Baby Spinach$10.00
Caramelized Shallots, Vermont Goat Cheese, Crispy Pancetta

Entrees

Pesce di Notte$24.00
Ask Your Server about the Fish of the Night, Changes Daily
Chicken Milanese$17.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Stewed Tomato Three Cheese Risotto
Off The Bone Beef$25.00
Short Rib, Sweet Pea Polenta, Shoestring Onion Rings, Pea Tendrils

What 1,191 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amelia's Trattoria is a charming neighborhood gem offering "amazing" Italian cuisine with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "outstanding" chef and "incredible" service. While the restaurant can be bustling and cozy, the creative dishes and friendly staff make it a delightful dining spot.

1,191 Reviews

r
rhen
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You can tell when a chef cooks from their heart. Exceptional meal all around. We shared the mussels and the calamari - just enough for appetizers then moved on to a short rib bolognese (amazing) and a more traditional pasta with meatballs (also very tasty - the meat were the highlight). We also had a bottle of wine and no room for dessert- next time. Service was excellent and noise level was what you would expect in a trattoria - we could have a conversation without having to shout over the other tables around us! All this food and gratuity for $200 was a perfect night out.
Is this helpful?
M
Meredith
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food & drinks are incredible! Highly recommend for a delicious evening
Is this helpful?
P
Pamela
VIP
Greater Boston
45 reviews
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The bartender and white staff were fantastic! This small little trattoria is buzzing with energy. Not a place for a nice quiet meal, but certainly a nice vibe. I had chicken under a brick with charred vegetables. I don’t think I would order this again. This is my go to dish, henever it’s available at a restaurant and this was my least favorite one I’ve had. The vegetables were soft with no char, there was no crisp on the skin, and it just wasn’t interesting at all. My partner had the ravioli of the day and thought it was divine! I didn’t have any wine by the glass that I liked after sampling two, so they brought out another one that was not on the menu. It was wonderful.
Is this helpful?
W
William
VIP
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic spot! Great little dining room and bar, very attentive and friendly staff despite being very busy on a Friday night. Cocktails and food were generous and delicious. Gluten free options were available for most of the pasta dishes and my wife reported that her gluten free Bolognese was excellent. We will certainly return.
Is this helpful?
C
Colin
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was good as were the appetizers. My girlfriend and I got the spaghetti with clams and the brick style chicken to split. The spaghetti was okay, but the chicken was awful. Could barely even cut through it it was so tough. Otherwise, the appetizers and service were very good.
Is this helpful?
R
Reggie
Charlotte
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We somehow were lucky enough to stumble upon this restaurant while searching for places to eat during our visit in Boston. I am so thankful we did. A very small and quaint restaurant that has great service and the food is amazing. True Italian recipes that are flavorful and the perfect portion. I had the spaghetti vongole, my wife had the ravioli of the night and our son had the spaghetti alla tarta. All dishes were delish and highly recommended. The restaurant vibe is amazing , small neighborhood feel and is amazing.
Is this helpful?
L
Leonard
VIP
Greater Boston
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding in every way. Superb Italian menu, excellent service, warm, welcoming atmosphere. Noise level requires shouting to be heard at a table for two, but such is life in American restaurants these days. Warmer weather will bring outdoor seating and better acoustics, but in the meantime, I’ll happily return to this cozy place.
Is this helpful?
D
Danielle
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The servers and bartenders provided incredible service.
Is this helpful?
S
SUSAN
Boise
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the very best meals we’ve had, and we are foodies! Exceptional!!
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
food was amazing!!! Pasta was delicious. Place was small and initiate, could get loud.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Amelia's Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 868-7600.

Amelia's Trattoria is rated 4.7 stars by 1191 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

111 Harvard St., Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

Cross street
Portland
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On street metered parking available directly in front of Amelia's on Portland St. Draper Lab parking garage is located across the street.
Public transit
Ten minute walk from Kendall T-stop (Red line)and Central Square.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Delio Susi, Jr.
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.ameliastrattoria.com/
Phone number
(617) 868-7600
Catering
We offer full catering service customized to your event. Please contact Rebecca at ameliascambridge@gmail.com with any questions.
Private party facilities
At Amelia’s our staff will help you make the most of your special event. We work with you personally to attend to every detail of your dining experience, from customizing your menu to choosing floral arrangements for decorations. We can comfortably accommodate 40 people for dinner or 50 people for a stand up cocktail reception. Whether it is a graduation, baby shower, corporate event or anniversary, our dining room is intimate, cozy and flexible for any type of occasion. For more information or to speak to the chef about a customized menu please call the restaurant.

Amelia's Trattoria

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Crispy Calamari

Caprese

Chicken Spinach

Appetizers

Crispy Calamari$12.00

Antipasto For Two$18.00

P.E.I. Mussels$12.00

Caponatina$10.00

Soft Polenta$12.00

Pasta

House-Made Spaghetti$16.00

Ravioli of the Night$20.00

Braised Short Rib Bolognese$20.00

Linguine alla Vongole$19.00

House-Made Gnocchi$19.00

Spaghetti alla Carbonara$19.00

Wild Mushroom Risotto$25.00

Small Plates

Mediterranean Olives$10.00

Fire Roasted Red Peppers$10.00

Marinated Roma Artichokes$10.00

Polenta$10.00

Truffle Frites$10.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00

Baby Arugula$12.00

Mixed Baby Field Greens$7.00

Baby Spinach$10.00

Entrees

Pesce di Notte$24.00

Chicken Milanese$17.00

Off The Bone Beef$25.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Amelia's Trattoria offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Amelia's Trattoria restaurant rated?

Is Amelia's Trattoria currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information