Tempo

8 recent ratings
$$$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
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8 ratings

As rated by the community

474 Moody St
Waltham, MA 02453

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
3 days ago

Got takeout food wasn’t great. Super expensive for quality of food received, wouldn’t recommend…

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2 months ago

love this restaurant its amazing my family goes there and or orders from there all the time. i definitely would recommend this restaurant especially the truffle fries. ten out of ten.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Salad, Fries, Dessert
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  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
3 months ago

My daughter has celiac and she loves this restaurant. We’ve been a couple times and she always has a great experience. They have a gluten-free menu and are very aware of allergies. it’s a scratch kitchen so you can customize your dishes as well. The food is delicious!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated fryer

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This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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Celiac
7 months ago

Really nice restaurant. Went there with friends. I saw there were GF items on their menu. I have dairy Casein as well so it gets tricky. I was able to eat their truffle fries (delicious shoestring fries). All GF fried food is fried separately than non GF food, I asked. Brussels sprouts were another app I could eat. Many GF items to choose from. For an entree I had a delicious piece of salmon cooked medium, you can choose how you want it cooked. Jasmine rice was the replacement for risotto rice and spinach. No reaction totally safe. I am extremely sensitive to GF and DF allergies.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Salad, Brownies, Dessert & more
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
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  • — Dedicated fryer
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  • — Good for dairy-free
Symptomatic Celiac
1 year ago

Amazing food, wide variety of options and terrific personal attention for me and my daughter (both celiac) when we ate there a week ago! Definitely one of my new favorites!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
1 year ago

Just phenomenal...so many gf choices and all so yummy. Try the lobster paella!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Staff NOT knowledgeable
1 year ago

Love this place. Many GF options and really great food for the price. This has become one of my favorites as well as my family and friends. Also a big fan of the cocktails. Staff are knowledgeable about allergies and Celiac. Place is a no brainer, just go.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Staff accommodates
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  • — Takeout
  • — Dinner
Symptomatic Celiac
2 years ago

Delicious. Very aware and safe for Celiac

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
2 years ago

Gluten free Philly cheese steak spring rolls and lobster rolls in the summer make this place a must-try, but the rest of the menu is great too!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
3 years ago

Such a huge variety of food including desserts! Got a bunch of appetizers, drinks and the apple crisp and homemade gf donuts for dessert. Didn’t get sick and it was phenomenal.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
3 years ago

Consistently good GF food with ample outdoor dining space and lots of GF options on the menu. GF fryer as well, fish n chips is excellent.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — No dedicated kitchen
  • — Food NOT flagged
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  • — Outdoor seating
Gluten Intolerant
3 years ago

Food was amazing. They have a separate fryer and use separate utensils.

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3 years ago

Excellent food, and all very safe. Will be back soon!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — No dedicated kitchen
Celiac
3 years ago
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Delivery
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Healthy options
Celiac
3 years ago

delicious food, lots of gluten free options, great service!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Healthy options
  • — Outdoor seating
Symptomatic Celiac
3 years ago

I went here because of the great reviews on this app and it did not disappoint. I got the Serenity by Jan for a drink and the sea scallops for a meal and it was so tasty. Did not get sick. Excited to try more, especially since they have a dedicated gf fryer.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
3 years ago

Delicious calamari, awesome chicken wings! Great service, looking forward to another visit!

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  • — Dedicated fryer
Symptomatic Celiac
4 years ago

I love Tempo SO much. It is my favorite reliably gluten free restaurant - I’ve eaten here in person or takeout at least 10 times and have never been glutened. Plus the food is so delicious!! All of the fun gf apps that are so hard to find in other places - fries, wings, calamari, etc - they can do because they have a separate fryer. And they’re always thinking up new things and changing up the menu! If you’re around Waltham this is the place.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
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  • — Knowledgeable staff
  • — Dedicated fryer
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  • — Good for kids
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Outdoor seating
4 years ago

Tempo has always been one of our favorite local restaurants. Since being diagnosed with celiac, I’ve been looking for places that take gluten free seriously and Tempo is a great example. Almost every item on their menu is labeled gluten free or available gluten free. I recently had a salad with steak on the side. Instead of the normal croutons, they made a Parmesan crisp. I wouldn’t be surprised if the chef/owner has someone with a gluten issue based on how accommodating the menu is setup. I love that we can still hit one of our favorite places.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
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  • — Dedicated fryer
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  • — Delivery
  • — Takeout
  • — Online ordering
  • — Healthy options
Celiac
5 years ago

One of top 2 spots in Waltham for GF and DELICIOUS food. Best fries I've had in ages, and EVERY entree available GF. Also multiple desserts. Dont miss this spot.

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5 years ago
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Celiac
5 years ago

Phenomenal food and diligent wait staff who were very knowledgeable about food allergies. Wish this place was 15-20% less expensive - would make this a weekly destination!!!

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5 years ago

My favorite restaurant and a Celiac’s dream! The fries are incredible and every single item can be made deliciously GF. We eat here for every special occasion and favorite items include wings, steak and cheese rolls, kale Caesar salad, and short ribs. The entire menu is amazing and I struggle not to over-order. So thankful for this place!

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Celiac
5 years ago

staff very knowledgeable! dedicated gf fryer- you can even get fried calamari!! excellent labeling.

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6 years ago

Phenomenal all the way around for GF. Love this place

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Celiac
6 years ago

Absolutely magnificent. Dedicated Frier for French fries. Food outstanding and service impecable. May be back this week.

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Celiac
6 years ago
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Celiac
6 years ago

Recommended by a friend whose wife is also Celiac. GF menu, Outstanding food! No reaction. HAVE to go back because there was too much to try in one visit. A find!

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6 years ago

Excellent menu which changes seasonally. Nearly everything is gluten free or can be made gluten free. Plus they carry Citizen Cider!

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Celiac
6 years ago

The menu is almost 100% gluten free, and they are very knowledgeable and considerate of dietary needs. Separate cooking area and fryer - celiac safe!

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Celiac
6 years ago

This was always my favourite restaurant before diagnose celiac. I am so pleased I can still almost order anything on the menu. Plus they have gluten free fryers.

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Celiac
6 years ago

Went here for my birthday and couldn’t have been happier. Everything on the menu is gluten free besides a few things that can be made gluten free. Our meal was so good and we could order dishes for the table to share without any chance of getting glutened.

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Celiac
6 years ago

This restaurant is absolutely fantastic especially for folks with Celiac. My 13 yo daughter has Celiac and it is very difficult to find a restaurant that understands cross contamination . This restaurant has it figured out ! The food is delicious and the majority of the menu items are gluten free and those that are not can be modified . I highly recommend . It’s a Celiacs paradise 😊👍🏼

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6 years ago

Hands down the best spot I've found so far for gluten free. They can make anything on their menu gluten free. Some of my favorites are the philly cheesecake spring rolls, short rib with risotto, pork chops with Mac and cheese, everything I've gotten is so good and I can't wait to go back!

Celiac
7 years ago

We had a fabulous experience here. 3 celiacs at the table and no one got sick. The staff was wonderful, the food was delicious and the menu options were surprisingly varied (chicken strips and fries for the kids but more sophisticated options for grown-ups - we were all so happy). What a great experience.

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7 years ago

Food, drink, service and atmosphere were all great. I also love it when a restaurant has special GF bread...which they do. A little pricey but worth it.

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7 years ago

Very friendly staff. Very good food. Eclectic menu with almost all items available gluten free. Most of the menu is gluten free. Even some deserts!

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7 years ago

It was my first time eating out since i got diagnosed with celiac. The entire menu is gluten free or "available" gluten free. They even have gluten free warm bread. I had the pan seared tuna and it was delicious. Great service. I highly recommend it!!

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8 years ago

Service excellence Food matches the service Highly recommended for one & all

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8 years ago

This place is really good. And safe.

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Celiac
8 years ago

Great food. Gluten free menu. Dedicated fryer.

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Celiac
9 years ago

Menu clearly marked. Most if not all can be made GF. Calamari is very good. Service staff very knowledgable. Not your typical plain steak or chicken menu but if you're looking for something different you won't be disappointed.

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Celiac
9 years ago
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9 years ago

Very clearly labeled gluten free menu. They had delicious gluten free bread for the table. I had the risotto which was delicious and the chocolate pyramid for dessert.

Celiac
9 years ago

Great restaurant. I've been here four times now and I've always had a great meal. Made a 6pm Rez with open table. The menu offers many easily identifiable GF meals. I started with the fried Brussel sprouts with bacon, blue cheese crumbles and lemon vinegarette. They brought me warm GF bread, and my main meal was braised short rib w mushroom risotto and asparagus. They also offer Stella cider and titos vodka. May fav local restaurant for a recently diagnosed celiac.

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9 years ago

I've never had a bad meal here. You feel like you're in a restaurant downtown. They always have amazing specials, and fish options like swordfish chops, salmon and my favorite tuna seared rare. Great drinks including GF beer (if you acquired the taste).

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Celiac
12 years ago

Not that impressed. Ambient was more like a bar than a fancy restaurant, waiter didn't take me seriously till I got my salad delivered with a piece of bread on top. Main dish was good. Chocolate cake lacked flavor. Price was good though. Oh and, never ask for the Caesar salad. Worst ever.

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