Amelia's Trattoria

4.6

1204 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Lively
Great for outdoor dining

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.

Additional information

Location
111 Harvard St., Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone number
(617) 868-7600
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
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.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Delio Susi, Jr.

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 1,204 people are saying

Amelia's Trattoria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amelia's Trattoria offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food and service," consistently delighting guests. While some highlight "amazing bolognese" and "wonderful service," others appreciate its cozy charm for special occasions. Despite occasional noise, it's praised for its authentic Italian dishes and attentive staff. A true neighborhood gem worth visiting again.

1,204 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was outstanding. Each entree was delicious . Wish the lighting was better and brighter to see all the great food and drinks
Is this helpful?
B
Bette - Chris VIP
Greater Boston10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fabulous dinner before a movie. Arrived early (before they opened) and were seated right away. I was able to order something not on the menu (yummy shrimp Fra Diavlo). Waiter was busy, but we were not ignored. Even fit in a quick dessert. Two thumbs up!
Is this helpful?
G
Guillermina
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Both pasta dishes were overcooked and the gnocchi had quite a lot of sugar on them. The tiramisu was ok.
Is this helpful?
J
John
Greater Boston28 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server was wonderful. He and his team were responsive to all of our needs. The food, magnifico cooked to perfection. I can’t wait to go back. It was so good.
Is this helpful?
M
Muling
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Decent Italian food by U.S. standards, but the service leaves much to be desired. The hall staff is often overwhelmed, unfriendly, and at times even hostile toward customers. The management also has its shortcomings. The music is frequently too loud, creating an unpleasant dining atmosphere, and the table arrangement is overly cramped, making the space feel uncomfortably tight. On busy days, they even place a table right at the entrance, which is both impractical and uncomfortable for guests. Additionally, the reservation system is poorly managed. Even after confirming a reservation change over the phone, it was not updated in the system, and instead of taking responsibility, the staff blamed the customers for the mistake. While the restaurant has a thoughtfully designed interior and the food is decent, the overall experience is disappointing. Given the service and management issues, it's simply not worth returning.
Is this helpful?
S
Spencer
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! The gnocchi was excellent and we loved our cocktails.
Is this helpful?
S
Sebastian VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I came here about a year ago with my now girlfriend for a first date. I wanted to recreate that first date for Valentine’s Day and Amelia’s Trattoria was just as perfect as that day! Food was delicious, staff were fast and attentive, and answered all of our questions. Thank you for everything!
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner VIP
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Love it! Never disappoints. Bolognese is a must
Is this helpful?
D
Deborah VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Never disappoints! Long-standing favorite for great pasta, fresh salads, friendly service.
Is this helpful?
L
Leonard VIP
Greater Boston43 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food here is outstanding and service could not be better. Unfortunately, this popular restaurant chooses to pack far too many people into too small a space. They and their customers deserve larger quarters with more breathing room, not to mention an entry vestibule to keep winter winds out. My wife and I were seated inches from couples on either side of us. We could clearly hear and had to compete with every single word of their date night conversations. Exhausted from shouting to be heard over our neighbors, we skipped the tempting desserts and any plans to return until warmer weather makes outdoor seating possible.
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 4.6 stars by 1204 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 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

111 Harvard St., Cambridge, MA 02139

Additional information

Phone number
(617) 868-7600
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
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.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Delio Susi, Jr.

Amelia's Trattoria

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

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

Additional information