Tryst Restaurant

4.7

1636 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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 1,636 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tryst Restaurant in Arlington is cherished for its "excellent cocktails and food choices," coupled with attentive service. Guests rave about the pork schnitzel, bourbon steak tips, and live jazz that enhances the vibrant atmosphere. It's a "neighborhood gem" offering delightful dining with a variety of delicious menu options, including a gluten-free selection.

1,636 Reviews

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William
VIP
Greater Boston
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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 Boston
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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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MEGAN
VIP
Greater Boston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner there before a movie- we ordered too many small plates and appetizers (they all looked so good!) and our waitress was great and allowed us to cancel one of our mains. Will definitely come back!
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Carlos
Greater Boston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. And the hostess was very friendly and helpful. The menu had items to please everyone in our party.
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Laura
VIP
New York City
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The three-course New Year's Eve menu was brilliant. For my first course, I chose the Kale and Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad. Among the options offered, it was my favorite. The entree was Faroe Island Salmon with the Cuban Rice Lentils. I had to ask for a side of bread because when I arrived for dinner. I had not eaten all day (not a wise choice on my part). I did not want to imbibe on an empty stomach. The bread was scrumptious. What pleased me also, was the butter too was warm. It is always a curiosity to me why more restaurants do not serve butter that can be easily spread upon their delicious bread. Why serve a cold pad of butter when it destroys the bread upon which it is meant to be pleasingly eaten? The flourless chocolate cake came home with me as I was sated after my meal. Devon and Anna were lovely caretakers during my meal as were the people I met in the restaurant. Taek, the kind and generous owner, made my night a memorable experience. I will go back to Tryst anytime I visit Arlington. Bravo and thank you. What a delightful way to begin the New Year.
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Margaret
New York City
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A good wine list. Food was quite good but not inventive. However it may have been because we had a fixed menu for the holiday.
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Catherine
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious. Wonderful seating. Easy parking. And Matthew took good care of us.
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diane
Greater Boston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good. Had the pork schnitzel was very tender and flavorful. My friend had the bolognase was very good. Service was excellent. ..
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Sissie
Greater Boston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was a crowded Friday night, but we really enjoyed our meals. Deanna managed everything perfectly - the epitome of a perfect waitperson! Tryst has become our go-to restaurant.
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Juliet
VIP
Greater Boston
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was outstanding. Waitress was lovely and helpful, and when we were splitting dishes, they came out of the kitchen in separate plates, with lovely presentation. Beet salad was excellent, as was the burger. Wish there were more beers on tap, but the selection of local brews was great. Altogether a lovely evening and fine meal.
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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 1636 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 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

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

Additional information