Tryst Restaurant

4.7

1643 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Tryst Restaurant serves creative American cuisine, using local and seasonal ingredients.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 641-2227
Website
http://www.trystrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Daniel De Carpis
Private party facilities
Tryst restaurant hosts a wide variety of events ranging from small birthday parties to wedding receptions. Please contact us at the restaurant.

Location
689 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 2476
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
Court St. & Water St.
Parking details
There is public parking available in the immediate area in front of and surrounding Tryst restaurant.
Public transit
Bus routes: 62, 67, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 84, 87
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Market Chopped Salad$16.00
heart lettuce, buttermilk ranch, assorted veggies
Kale & Brussel's Sprouts Salad$16.00
garlicky croutons, lemon parmesan dressing
Shrimp Taco*$10.00
guacamole, red onion & aji crema
Guacamole & Chips$12.00
Tomato Basil & Mozzarella Flatbread$16.00
Chicken Sausage Flatbread$18.00
romano & leek sauce, roasted artichokes
Pork Belly Taco $10.00
pineapple BBQ glaze, sweet & tangy slaw
Warm Bread Stix$5.00
Truffle Fries$12.00
parmesan & chives
Cheesy Tater Tots$12.00
smoky malt aioli
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe $13.00
garlic & sweet chilis
Grilled Asparagus$14.00
almond romesco
Poppers$9.00
cheese-stuffed peppadew peppers, warm honey glaze

Larger Plates

14 Oz. Prime Delmonico Steak$59.00
hand cut fries, herb butter, house steak sauce
Bell & Evan's Chicken Cacciatore$29.00
tomato, sausage & porcini ragout, blistered peppers, parmesan rice
Faroe Island Salmon*$34.00
caraway glazed root vegetables medley, rye croutons, dill pickle creme fraiche
Bolognese Tagliatelle$30.00
hand-cut tagliatelle & mascarpone, parmesan, beef veal and pork
Bourbon Tips$39.00
coleslaw, cheesy tater tots, smoky malt aioli
Handcrafted Ricotta Ravioli$28.00
burrata, chunky tomato sauce, arugula pistou
Crispy Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel$29.00
warm potato salad

Burgers & Sandwiches

all sandwiches served with hand-cut fries or greens substitute truffle fries $3

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$20.00
special sauce, bacon, cheddar & shredded iceberg
Tryst Cheddar Burger*$22.00
Butcher's Blend

Add to Burgers

Bacon$2.00
Blue Cheese$1.00
Caramelized Onions$1.00
Guacamole$2.00
Mushrooms$2.00
Pickled Peppers$1.00

Dessert

Warm French Apple Cake$15.00
caramel sauce, cinnamon swirl ice cream
Smores Gateaux$16.00
chocolate mousse, graham crumble, torched marshmallow
House Ice Cream or Sorbet$3.50
Vanilla, Chocolate, Mint Oreo, Peach Sorbet
Fresh Chamomile Creme Brulee$14.00
lemon, honey shortbread
Affogato$10.00
vanilla ice cream, warm chocolate chip biscotti

What 1,643 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
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tryst Restaurant in Arlington consistently impresses with "excellent food" and "terrific service." Guests praise the flavorful dishes, like the "Bolognese" and "shrimp tacos," and the welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by live jazz nights. Though some find prices high, the "friendly and knowledgeable" staff and delightful dining experiences make it a neighborhood favorite.

1,643 Reviews

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Lita
Greater Boston13 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I treated my mom to brunch and the menu was lovely and the food was great. Eclectic but yummy!
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Cynthia VIP
Greater Boston39 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tryst is a lovely space with delicious food and pleasant, attentive staff.
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Peter
Greater Boston49 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Well-prepared and sufficiently diverse food, great service, interesting cocktail selection.
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Michael VIP
San Francisco24 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lovely neighborhood gem.
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Diane VIP
Greater Boston23 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable listening to live jazz. Lighting just right and food delicious!
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Stephen
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a very nice dinner with terrific service. Well paced meal, not rushed. Our waiter was very nice and accommodating. The food was very good, the chef has a nice selection. We highly recommend Tryst.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I dined at Tryst frequently when we lived in the area. We moved out of the area two years ago and decided to dine there again for Valentine's Day. Our appetizers and entrees were just as we always remembered; well prepared, well presented, and delicious. We've decided that Tryst will have to become a regular place for us to dine out again, not as frequently as when we lived in the area, but for us they never disappoint.
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David VIP
Greater Boston63 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a nice night. Virginia was a fantastic server and Charlie, who brought us to our table, was very kind and made us feel comfortable.
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William
Greater Boston45 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding server. Professional, personable and attentive. The best!
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Andrew
Greater Boston22 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I dine at Tryst when I want really good food, drinks and space to chat with my companions. Tryst checks all the boxes and is my go-to when I meet friends. Service is always very good. Glad to have this option in Arlington.
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FAQs

Tryst Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 641-2227.

Tryst Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1643 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

689 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 2476

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Court St. & Water St.
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is public parking available in the immediate area in front of and surrounding Tryst restaurant.
Public transit
Bus routes: 62, 67, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 84, 87
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel De Carpis
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.trystrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(781) 641-2227
Private party facilities
Tryst restaurant hosts a wide variety of events ranging from small birthday parties to wedding receptions. Please contact us at the restaurant.

Tryst Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Golden Beet Salad

Bolognese Tagliatelle

Truffle Fries

Starters

Market Chopped Salad$16.00

Kale & Brussel's Sprouts Salad$16.00

Shrimp Taco*$10.00

Guacamole & Chips$12.00

Tomato Basil & Mozzarella Flatbread$16.00

Chicken Sausage Flatbread$18.00

Pork Belly Taco $10.00

Warm Bread Stix$5.00

Truffle Fries$12.00

Cheesy Tater Tots$12.00

Sauteed Broccoli Rabe $13.00

Grilled Asparagus$14.00

Poppers$9.00

Larger Plates

14 Oz. Prime Delmonico Steak$59.00

Bell & Evan's Chicken Cacciatore$29.00

Faroe Island Salmon*$34.00

Bolognese Tagliatelle$30.00

Bourbon Tips$39.00

Handcrafted Ricotta Ravioli$28.00

Crispy Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel$29.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$20.00

Tryst Cheddar Burger*$22.00

Add to Burgers

Bacon$2.00

Blue Cheese$1.00

Caramelized Onions$1.00

Guacamole$2.00

Mushrooms$2.00

Pickled Peppers$1.00

Dessert

Warm French Apple Cake$15.00

Smores Gateaux$16.00

House Ice Cream or Sorbet$3.50

Fresh Chamomile Creme Brulee$14.00

Affogato$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Tryst Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Tryst Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Tryst Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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