Phone: +16178687600
Address: 111 Harvard St.MA 02139, Cambridge, United States
City: Cambridge
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 3281
Website: https://www.ameliastrattoria.com
"We made a reservation here for two for a celebration dinner tonite. The website asked if there was a special occasion and I replied birthday. My 70th milestone birthday. My husband who is Abruzzese by birth and has many family members living in Abruzzo Italy chose the Carbonara dish and I chose the Ravioli of the Night dish. Both dishes were SWIMMING IN SAUCE which is NOT typical of Abruzzese dishes. Because of all the sauce, the flavor was lost in too much soupy sauce. The olive Primo was ridiculous, laden with way too many of the same type of green olive and some old arugula leaves. The restaurant should have offered a variety of olives with fresh arugula. We ordered the cannoli dessert and the panna cotta dessert which were okay. We also ordered two Limoncello liqueurs which were served in large glasses warm instead of chilled in small cordial glass. Limoncello is typically served cold. The restaurant was not at the level it should have been to be qualified as a true Italian restaurant and it seemed an insult to the Abruzzese to serve food and drink that was far less in quality as that offered in the Abruzzo region of Italy. This restaurant should know better. American diners may not know any better and may think this restaurant rocks but we are not in agreement. If management were paying attention to this review, they 'd change their offerings to improve the dining experience for their clientele. And, my birthday never got even just a lit candle in the dessert. What 's the point of asking if there is a special occasion???"
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Pasta
Salads
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze.
Baby Spinach
Fresh baby spinach leaves typically served raw in salads, offering a tender texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Chicken Caesar
Grilled chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan, Caesar dressing, croutons.
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Crispy Calamari
Lightly breaded and fried squid rings served with lemon and marinara sauce for dipping.
Starters
Italian Whites
Chicken
Chicken Milanese
Crispy breaded chicken breast, lemon, arugula, and Parmesan.
Chicken Cacciatore
Hearty chicken stew with mushrooms, bell peppers, and tomatoes, simmered in a savory herb sauce.
Paninis
Italian
Homemade pasta with fresh pesto sauce, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Vegan
Vegetable Dishes
Prosciutto
Thin slices of cured Italian ham, delicately salty and savory, perfect for appetizers or pairing with cheese.
I Contorni
Entrées
Garlic Bread
Toasted bread topped with garlic butter and herbs, served crispy and warm.
Hints From Turkish Cuisine
Veal
Veal Marsala
Tender veal cutlets in a rich Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms.
Special Pizza
Pesto Chicken
Grilled chicken breast topped with fresh basil pesto, served with sundried tomatoes and Parmesan.
Extras At Hibachi
Amigos Kids Meals
Appetizers
P.e.i. Mussels
Fresh PEI mussels cooked in a savory broth with garlic, herbs, and white wine.
Soups
Soup Of The Day
A comforting bowl of homemade soup, featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and aromatic herbs; flavors change daily.
Veal & Beef Dishes
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded veal cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, served over a bed of pasta.
Chicken Specialties
Chicken Spinach
Tender chicken breast sautéed with fresh spinach in a light garlic sauce.
Domaine Coche-Dury, Meursault
Half Bottle Red
Dinners
Secondi
Meat
Chicken Dishes
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served with pasta.
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Always a cute and cozy neighborhood place, with accommodating service and great food :
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Reviews
VirginiaA
Excellent food, service and atmosphere. A little bit of Italy in the heart of Cambridge.
Orion
Once again, they overbooked and we waited 25 minutes for our table even though we had a reservation.
MaddyW
Food was not really traditional when it came to stuff involving meat. More veggies than veal on the saltimbocca View menu
Minnie
Great food (can’t comment on drinks since dry January! , and very accommodating service for dealing with late arrivals. Will definitely go back!
FritzK
Very cozy Italian bistro. Prompt courteous service. Pasta sauces exhibited balance and nuance. Nice beer selection; wines are all Italian. Overall, I'd go back.
TheFoodieAficionado101
Couldn’t have had a better experience! Food was great and came out quickly drinks were good. I let them know ahead of time my partner and I were celebrating 4 years and they treated us fantastic we had a great time! Will certainly be back. View menu
Nightowlbrandy
Dinner for all 6 of us after movie at Kendall Landmark Cinema nearby was quite good — salmon, mussels, beet salad, ravioli of the night, and nice variety of dessert offerings cocktails. Service was attentive and really like the cozy atmosphere!Biggest concern is the noise level, especially when restaurant is full, making it hard for older folks like me to hear others not seated next to. Hope they return to discounted movie tickets if eat there as makes it more competitive w. other eateries nearby.
BettinaE
Nice local place. However, it was expensive. My salad was $15. It came on a chipped plate. It had a tiny amount of pair and a little blue cheese. The salmon was good, but I suspect that it was reheated from earlier. Wasn't cooked on demand for me. The dessert also the same. Felt like it was really reheated from being baked on the previous day. Chicken on the chicken parm also tasted reheated. The food was moderately ok, ambiance was cute, but overpriced for the food. Server was nice, but needy to work on her command of the menu.
SuzyQ
We made a reservation here for two for a celebration dinner tonite. The website asked if there was a special occasion and I replied birthday. My 70th milestone birthday. My husband who is Abruzzese by birth and has many family members living in Abruzzo Italy chose the Carbonara dish and I chose the Ravioli of the Night dish. Both dishes were SWIMMING IN SAUCE which is NOT typical of Abruzzese dishes. Because of all the sauce, the flavor was lost in too much soupy sauce. The olive Primo was ridiculous, laden with way too many of the same type of green olive and some old arugula leaves. The restaurant should have offered a variety of olives with fresh arugula. We ordered the cannoli dessert an... View menu
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