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Tempo Bistro - Tempo, Waltham, MA

Tempo

4.6
4.6
2291 Reviews
$30 and under
American
474 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Gluten-free-friendly
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Tempo brings the best of downtown dining to Waltham’s vibrant “Restaurant Row” on Moody Street. Our inviting atmosphere and diverse menu offer something for everyone, from fresh seafood to premium cuts of meat, chicken, and more. Tempo’s cuisine rivals higher-end restaurants, but without the hefty price tag. Whether for a romantic date, a celebration, or a casual night out, Tempo is the perfect choice.

Our lively bar is perfect for great conversation and enjoying time with friends or a date. Be sure to check out the BakBar, featuring DJ nights and live bands every Friday and Saturday starting at 8:30 PM, making it a fantastic spot for nightlife. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing an exceptional experience every time.

Looking to host an event? The Bakbar is perfect for corporate dinners, holiday parties, graduations, and more.

If you haven’t visited us yet, we promise you won’t regret it!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Bar Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (781) 891-9000
  • Website
    http://www.tempobistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nathan Sigel
  • Catering
    Tempo is pleased to cater for any event large or small. For information please contact Nathan or Erin.
  • Private party facilities
    Tempo offers private, semi-private, and full buyout event options for all guest sizes. The BakBar is perfect for customizable events such as birthday parties, graduations, holiday celebrations, showers, bereavement gatherings, and even wedding receptions. Contact us to plan your next unforgettable event at erin@tempobistro.com!
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    474 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453
  • Neighbourhood
    Waltham
  • Cross Street
    High Street
  • Parking details
    Parking for Tempo can be found in the Waltham City Parking Lot on Chestnut Street located less than a block from Tempo.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Live Music Nights at Tempo Bistro

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    Live Music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at Tempo Bistro in Waltham. Join us for dinner and live music on Moody Street in Waltham.

Menu

Tempo's menu was last updated 2024-12-02.

FIRSTS

  • Sourdough Loaf - Baked Locally By Two Brothers 8 and 11US$6.00

    Honey Butter

    • Rocky Nook Oysters (Duxbury Bay Massachusetts) on the Half Shell *

      Cocktail Sauce, Lemon (Gluten Free) Minimum 6, Must Purchase An Entree Or Equivalent In Order To Get Special $1 Price, Otherwise $3 each

      • Flash Fried Rocky Nook OystersUS$18.00

        Cherry Pepper Aioli (Available Gluten Free) (6)

        • Spicy Salmon Sushi Rice Cakes *US$14.00

          Crispy Rice Cakes, Mango Miso Puree, Jalapeno, Cucumber, Radish, Sushi Ginger, Sesame Seeds (Gluten Free)

          • Bang Bang ShrimpUS$15.00

            Crispy Wild Gulf Shrimp, Tangy Aioli (Available Gluten Free)

            • Cajun Blackened Fish TacosUS$15.00

              Tangy Slaw, Mango Salsa, Chipotle Aioli (Gluten Free)

              • Lobster RangoonsUS$15.00

                Duck Sauce

                • Kung Pao CauliflowerUS$14.00

                  Rainbow Peppers, Sweet and Spicy Sauce (Gluten Free)

                  • Sweet Potato BravasUS$14.00

                    Sweet and Spicy Glaze, Avocado Tomatillo Dipping Sauce

                    • Locally Grown Mushroom FlatbreadUS$15.00

                      Caramelized Onions, Herb Boursin, White Truffle Oil (Available Gluten Free)

                      • Shoestring Truffle FriesUS$11.00

                        White Truffle Oil, Romano Cheese, Fresh Herbs, Garlic Rosemary Aioli (Gluten Free)

                        • Jamaican Jerk Pork Sliders (3)US$14.00

                          Cole Slaw, Kings Hawaiian Rolls

                          • Fried Brussels SproutsUS$14.00

                            Smoked Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Lemon Vinaigrette (Gluten Free)

                            • Pan Fried Pork PotstickersUS$14.00

                              Ginger Soy, Jalapeno Thai Basil Dipping Sauce

                              • House Smoked Chicken WingsUS$14.00

                                Brown Sugar and Bourbon Dry Rub, Buttermilk Blue Cheese (Gluten Free)

                                • Buffalo Chicken TendersUS$14.00

                                  House Caribbean Hot Sauce, Buttermilk Blue Cheese (Available Gluten Free)

                                  • Philly Steak & Cheese Spring RollsUS$15.00

                                    Spicy Ketchup, Horseradish Aioli (Available Gluten Free)

                                    SALADS

                                    • Roasted Beet & Herb Goat Cheese SaladUS$14.00

                                      Organic Baby Arugula, Marinated Beets, Orange Segments, Pickled Red Onions, Candied Pecans, White Balsamic Dressing (Gluten Free)

                                      • Bacon Ranch SaladUS$14.00

                                        Organic Baby Arugula, Baby Lettuce, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Carrots, Bacon, Sunflower Seeds, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (Gluten Free)

                                        • Real Deal Greek SaladUS$14.00

                                          Barrel Aged Greek Feta, Kalamata Olives, Bell Peppers, Pickled Onions, Local Lettuce, Cukes, Tomatoes, Oregano Vinaigrette (Gluten Free)

                                          • Organic Baby Kale and Romaine Caesar SaladUS$14.00

                                            Shaved Reggiano, Garlicky Croutons, Spanish White Anchovies (Available Gluten Free)

                                            • Add Protein to Any Salad

                                              These proteins are available to add to ANY salad.

                                              • Add Five Jumbo Garlic ShrimpUS$15.00

                                                Gluten Free

                                                • Add Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$15.00

                                                  Gluten Free

                                                  • Add Norwegian SalmonUS$15.00

                                                    Gluten Free

                                                    • Add Giannone Farms All Natural Mostly Boneless Half ChickenUS$13.00

                                                      Gluten Free

                                                      • Add Coffee & Mesquite Rubbed All Natural Hanger SteakUS$18.00

                                                        Gluten Free

                                                        MAINS

                                                        • Pan Seared WIld Striped Bass PiccataUS$32.00

                                                          Hand Rolled Fettuccine, Baby Spinach, Lemon, Capers Garlic, Butter, White Wine

                                                          • Cajun Blackened MahiUS$29.00

                                                            Chorizo Pepper and Onion Rice, Summer Squash and Zucchini, Mango Salsa (Gluten Free)

                                                            • Cashew Encrusted Icelandic HaddockUS$29.00

                                                              Sweet Potato Mashed, Stir Fry Vegetables, Miso Honey Glaze (Available Gluten Free)

                                                              • Pan Seared Sea ScallopsUS$29.00

                                                                Turnip and Leek Mashed, Roasted Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Melted Leeks, Baby Spinach, White Truffle Oil (Gluten Free)

                                                                • Pan Seared Norwegian SalmonUS$29.00

                                                                  Butternut Squash, Cranberry and Sage Risotto, Wilted Baby Spinach, Apple Cider Beurre Blanc (Gluten Free)

                                                                  • Spicy Seared Wild Jumbo Shrimp & ScallopsUS$29.00

                                                                    House Roasted Tomatoes, Wilted Baby Spinach, Jasmine Rice, Hot Cherry Peppers (Available Mild, Medium, or Hot) (Gluten Free)

                                                                    • Butternut Squash, Cranberry and Sage Risotto with Fresh BurrataUS$24.00

                                                                      Grilled Asparagus, Wilted Baby Spinach, Beet Coulis (Vegetarian and Gluten Free)

                                                                      • Giannone Farms All Natural Mostly Boneless Half ChickenUS$27.00

                                                                        Garlic Mashed Potato, Grilled Broccoli, Chicken Jus (Gluten Free)

                                                                        • DuBreton Organic Thick Cut Pork ChopUS$29.00

                                                                          5 Cheese Mac and Cheese, Brussels Sprouts, Bacon Onion Jam, Apple Cranberry Reduction (Available Gluten Free)

                                                                          • Slow Braised "Fell Off the Bone" Short RibsUS$30.00

                                                                            White Truffle Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Asparagus, Braising Reduction (Gluten Free)

                                                                            • Coffee & Mesquite Rubbed All Natural Hanger SteakUS$38.00

                                                                              Au Gratin Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Bourbon Cream Sauce (Gluten Free)

                                                                              • Add Three Pan Seared Garlic Shrimp to ANY EntréeUS$10.00

                                                                                GF

                                                                                • Split Plate Fee on ANY EntréeUS$5.00

                                                                                  DESSERTS

                                                                                  All Desserts and Ice Creams are made IN HOUSE and from scratch!

                                                                                  • Coffee Creme BruleeUS$12.00

                                                                                    Gluten Free

                                                                                    • Almond Bread PuddingUS$12.00

                                                                                      Fresh Whipped Cream, Caramel Drizzle

                                                                                      • Apple CrispUS$12.00

                                                                                        Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream (Gluten Free)

                                                                                        • Tres Leches CakeUS$12.00

                                                                                          House Made Dulce de Leche

                                                                                          • Warm Gluten Free Brownie Sundae with Choice of Homemade Ice CreamUS$12.00

                                                                                            Vanilla (GF), Chocolate (GF), Coffee Oreo, Mint Chip (GF), Salted Caramel (GF), Heath Bar Crunch (GF), Banana Nutella (GF)

                                                                                            • House Made Sorbet TrioUS$9.00

                                                                                              Passion Fruit, Pear, Blackberry (Gluten Free)

                                                                                              KID'S MENU

                                                                                              We have something for even the smallest Tempo lover! And YES, kids menu is ONLY For The Kids!!! 🙂

                                                                                              • Chicken Tenders and Fries (Or Broccoli)US$12.00

                                                                                                Choice of Homemade Fresh Tenders (Available Gluten Free) or Good Old Fashioned Frozen Tyson Nuggets (Taste Just Like McNuggets)

                                                                                                • Small Cheese PizzaUS$10.00

                                                                                                  Available Gluten Free +$2

                                                                                                  • Mac N' CheeseUS$10.00

                                                                                                    • Pasta with MarinaraUS$8.00

                                                                                                      • Pasta with ButterUS$8.00

                                                                                                        Last updated: December 2, 2024

                                                                                                        What 2,291 people are saying

                                                                                                        Tempo 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
                                                                                                        • 4.6Service
                                                                                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                                        • 4.4Value

                                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                        Tempo delights patrons with "outstanding" and "delicious" cuisine, featuring generous portions and a diverse menu. The atmosphere is cozy yet lively, ideal for special occasions. Service is frequently praised as "great" and "attentive," though noise levels can be high. This charming spot promises memorable dining experiences, encouraging many to return!
                                                                                                        2,291 Reviews

                                                                                                        1. John

                                                                                                          Greater Boston17 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Great place! Food was wonderful…..Atmosphere superb……great service

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                                                                                                        2. Erin VIP

                                                                                                          New York City4 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Food was outstanding! Will definitely be back. The seafood was tasty and fresh.

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                                                                                                        3. Niki

                                                                                                          Greater Boston1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on April 12, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          Waitstaff was super attentive to our many allergies. Food was excellent and served food very quickly. Calamari cooked perfectly!

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                                                                                                        4. Alejandra

                                                                                                          Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on April 6, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Great food, great drinks, great service! Huge portions! Amazing place!

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                                                                                                        5. Susan VIP

                                                                                                          Greater Boston3 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          Delicious food & excellent service. Always a great meal at Tempo!

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                                                                                                        6. Stephen VIP

                                                                                                          Greater Boston81 reviews

                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                          Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 2
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                          The food was great. The service was poor. Our waitress was okay through the meal but seem to not wanting to serve coffee. I’m not sure if there was a problem in the restaurant, but she said it wasn’t available and we subsequently watched other people bring coffee out to their tables when pressed she made it clear she wasn’t interested in getting it, but she could. She told us that it would take 15 minutes I think trying to talk us out of ordering it. We didn’t dock her on her tip, but I wish we had.

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                                                                                                        7. Eran

                                                                                                          Greater Boston1 review

                                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                                          Dined on April 4, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                          We have eaten here many times and longer the food. However, the A/C was on and it was freezing. The staff was not helpful, in fact they were rude. We left without dining.

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                                                                                                        8. Susan VIP

                                                                                                          Greater Boston8 reviews

                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                          Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                          Service was excellent, food was good, cocktails amazing!

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                                                                                                        9. Andres VIP

                                                                                                          Greater Boston39 reviews

                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                          Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Our server was excellent and made our experience very special. The food was very good. The only downside was that I had just gotten a Margarita at the bar before they sat us. Once we sat, I accidentally knocked over my drink. The server very efficiently cleaned it up and offered to get me another margarita. However, they charged me for the 2 margaritas. Not a great customer service move on a meal and drinks over $200.

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                                                                                                        10. Lorraine

                                                                                                          Greater Boston14 reviews

                                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                                          Dined on March 28, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                          We will not be going back. My entree was horrible. For another person, it was just ok. Restaurant is quite noisy, so difficult to have a conversation over dinner.

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                                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                                        Tempo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 891-9000.

                                                                                                        Tempo is rated 4.6 stars by 2291 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                        Google Map for Tempo

                                                                                                        474 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453

                                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                                          High Street
                                                                                                        • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                          Waltham
                                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                          Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Bar Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
                                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                                          American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
                                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                                          Parking for Tempo can be found in the Waltham City Parking Lot on Chestnut Street located less than a block from Tempo.
                                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                                          AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                                          Nathan Sigel
                                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                        • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                                          Order direct
                                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                                          http://www.tempobistro.com/
                                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                                          (781) 891-9000
                                                                                                        • Catering
                                                                                                          Tempo is pleased to cater for any event large or small. For information please contact Nathan or Erin.
                                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                                          Tempo offers private, semi-private, and full buyout event options for all guest sizes. The BakBar is perfect for customizable events such as birthday parties, graduations, holiday celebrations, showers, bereavement gatherings, and even wedding receptions. Contact us to plan your next unforgettable event at erin@tempobistro.com!
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