Tryst
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Located in Arlington Center, just a few miles from Boston city limits, we are a restaurant that strives to combine the elegance of city dining with the comforts of a friendly suburban bistro. Our sole focus is to provide our guests with creative, delicious, approachable food with intelligent and detailed service. Tryst features Chef Paul Turano's creative American signatures style in an atmosphere that is warm and lively. We take pride in our ever-growing family of regular customers and will do all we can to ensure that our family continues to grow.
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Customer Reviews (18 reviews)
ARL02476
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2009Arlington being a "dry" town doesn't have any bars, per se, but if you want a drink you can get one with a meal - or just an appetizer- so one heads to Tryst. At lest that is what most Arlingtonians that I know say to do . . . I'm... (more)
rony46
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2009The worst customer service, rude and insulting, the food was mediocre, and mistakes on the bill. I do not recommend this restaurant. (more)
paul2227
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2009The previous review was written by an irrational guest who had refused to pay for her coffee. After drinking two cups she said that she didn't drink coffee and that it should have been free.... (more)
WineSnob1
on Citysearch Nov 13, 2008More wines by the glass than anywhere else in town. The steak tartare is better than any I have had downtown, the service is great; comfortable and attentive without being intrusive. Make reservations can be busy any... (more)
foodeekaki
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2008Hostess suggested undesireable seating but thats probably her job. Anyway my request for change was honored and I had an amazing meal (again). All things considered, as enjoyable as many downtown dining... (more)
kseaman
on Citysearch Mar 20, 2008Headed to Tryst for a couple drinks at the bar with the plan to move to a table afterwards for dinner. However, we loved the feel of sitting at this bar so much that we dined a la bar :) My fiance and I had a few glasses of wine... (more)
phalice
on Citysearch Feb 19, 2007We waited 25 minutes before finally caving in from starvation to ask our waiter for bread, then another 20 minutes before I was served my first course. The food was nothing spectacular- it's not worth it if you can get... (more)
lisabrown19
on Citysearch Jan 23, 2007Excellent Food! My husband & I are regulars. We travel from near the Cape for this food! If you want a romantic evening out Tryst is an excellent spot! We love the food so much we brought our entire wedding party in for a... (more)
hzeckel
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2006My wife and I found the Sunday brunch experience delightful. There was a jazz quartet which played Woody Allen type (Honeysuckle Rose) music. The dishes are creative. I had a nice salad greens appetizer and a... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2006<b>The Scene<br></b>Hardwood floors, calming earth tones and handsome booths set the stage for a trendy dining experience in the former home of restaurants Tea Tray in the Sky and Elements. An attractive,... (more)