Trattoria Pulcinella is a nice family run business; we offer a lot of specials from our native Italy, like Wild boar prosciutto cured in the house, lamb, veal and fish's imported from Mediterranean sea. BUON APPETITO

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31 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

(31 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 31 reviews

5 stars

(11)

4 stars

(16)

3 stars

(3)

2 stars

(1)

1 star

(0)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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neighborhood gem(24)
fit for foodies(12)
romantic(12)

special occasion(8)
good for groups(2)
kid-friendly(2)

Trattoria Pulcinella Reviews List

Review 1 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice Surprise

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Dined on 6/08/2013

2012

Dined on 6/08/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"First: the servers are very friendly and helpful. We booked this last minute on a Saturday night and it was practically the only place with open tables. When we arrived it was almost empty so we were a little worried. However, we had a very good meal here. The pastas were fresh and cooked perfectly, the sauces were tasty and the meat dishes, while standard Italian fare, we're prepared we'll and a pleasure to eat. Our dessert was a pair tart and it was excellent. The wines were good enough and the check was reasonable. We will return."

Dined on 6/08/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 2 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"They were very kind to bring a birthday dessert with a candle to my friend who was celebrating her birthday without us having made that specific request. We were disappointed, however, that the tiramisu was the only dessert available that evening. It was a bit strange that they had a number of specials listed on the blackboard which also weren't available."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 3 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A local's favorite!

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Dined on 6/06/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Maria and Giovanni are just wonderful hosts. The service is warm, relaxed, familial. I recommend the smoke mozeralla particularly. We went for my daughter's 10th birthday--she loved it; the treated us really well."

Dined on 6/06/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly

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Review 4 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We are 'regulars' for a reason.

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Dined on 6/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We love this place, a culinary refuge from the frenzy of nearby Harvard Square. The storefront dining room brings you into a european atmosphere with striking with wooden bough ceiling beams, romantic lighting, white linen tables, open kitchen at back, Wonderful authentic Italian cuisine prepared with finesse, no gloppy red sauce here, menu varies seasonally with a range of daily specials. Our party enjoyed a perfect seasoned medium rare grilled tuna steak special, as well as pasta with fresh mussels and clams, grilled branzino, and a simple elegant pasta with sauce of san marzano cherry tomatoes and basil. Shared tarta di pere with cappucino and small glasses of port made a sweet finish. Family owned, superb service, never stuffy."

Dined on 6/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 5 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Could not have been nicer

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Dined on 5/28/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Went with a large party of kids and adults around Harvard commencement. Amanda and her staff could not have been nicer. A great little place with excellent food."

Dined on 5/28/2013

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Six Stars

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Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"If I was able to give it 6 stars, I would. This is simply one of those rare, very rare, places. Except for the currency we paid the bill with, there is no distinction between it and some of the most wonderful, off the beat and path, restaurants you would find in Italy. It truly ranks among the best - in food, in service and in ambiance."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 7 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The way my wife and I refer to Pulcinella is that is a hidden gem, a cosy place on a nice quiet Cambridge neighbourhood with excellent food and service, we are always surprised that is not super busy, maybe I shouldn't be writing this review so it continues to be accessible."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience.... But....

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Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was good, a little on the bland side, but it was good. I would have loved to see more choices on the menu.
Very friendly and knowledgable staff...."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I almost did not write this

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I almost did not write this wanting to keep this GEM to ourselves. Having lived in Italy and eaten in Italian restaurants around the world, I know this one is really great."

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 10 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious and Cordial

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Again, we had a terrific dining experience at T. Pulcinella. The only minor request is to turn up the lights just a tad. Otherwise, the Fish and Veal dishes were delicious, the service cordial and timely."

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 11 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Thoroughly enjoyable dinner.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Thoroughly enjoyable dinner. How did I miss this place all these years?"

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 12 for Trattoria Pulcinella

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Why bother going to the north

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Why bother going to the north end with this neighborhood gem in Cambridge? Excellent food, intimate and friendly atmosphere. Clearly a family-run business that takes pride in all aspects of food and service. The chef happily created something we wanted based loosely on the menu - we didn't ask to go off menu, the server offered when she heard my husband and I talk about our preferences!"

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 13 for Trattoria Pulcinella

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