Tryst Restaurant

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   Diane

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very enjoyable listening to live jazz. Lighting just right and food delicious!
   

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   Stephen

   Greater Boston

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a very nice dinner with terrific service. Well paced meal, not rushed. Our waiter was very nice and accommodating. The food was very good, the chef has a nice selection. We highly recommend Tryst.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife and I dined at Tryst frequently when we lived in the area. We moved out of the area two years ago and decided to dine there again for Valentine's Day. Our appetizers and entrees were just as we always remembered; well prepared, well presented, and delicious. We've decided that Tryst will have to become a regular place for us to dine out again, not as frequently as when we lived in the area, but for us they never disappoint.
   

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   David

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   62 reviews

   4.0

   62 reviews

   Dined on January 24, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a nice night. Virginia was a fantastic server and Charlie, who brought us to our table, was very kind and made us feel comfortable.
   

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   William

   Greater Boston

   45 reviews

   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   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 on January 14, 2025

   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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   Angela

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on January 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food, great service, warm and welcoming.
   

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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

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 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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