Great burger!! Juicy and full of flavor. The pancakes were delicious. The mocktail was perfect. On top of that, the service was excellent.

What seems like a nice neighborhood restaurant turns out to be one of the best dining experiences, something you would expect in downtown Minneapolis, Chicago or NYC. Easy menu to navigate, and something for everyone. Great looking brunch menu, but we were here for dinner on a nice Sunday evening. Opened at 5pm, and there was a line forming about 4:45 for people looking for return visits waiting for a seat at the bar. We started with the simple grilled bread - served with an outstanding butter. Oysters - small but delightful. For entrees, had the Orecchiette pasta with Sausage, the Wagyu Steak and the Scallops. All excellently prepared - the Wagyu and Pasta were especially highlights. Nice wine list. The cocktail program is good, not great - but nothing to complain about. The service was exceptional - the GM runs this place like a Swiss Clock. It's both fancy - and casual. Worth a trip, or even better trying this for a second or third time. 2 Apps, 3 Entrees, 3 cocktails, $200. read more

Martina - Grilled bread and Rose' - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I think I found my new fav spot. Sad that it is 5.5 hours from my home so will def have to make a trip put to Minneapolis again just for Martina. We got some delicious pasta, potato churros, and dessert. It was the best dessert I've ever had and I've had desserts all over the world. The pan queue! It was a crepe with dulcet de Leche, bananas, crystallized sugar, and some type of cream on top. Everything was so good and it being my first time in Minneapolis, had no idea there were such good restaurants here. I am fairly new to living in the Midwest (moved from LA to Omaha) so I tend to compare everything to LA. Omaha is a small big city and while there are really good restaurants, none that have made me think this is the best thing ever. I know I raved about the dessert but the gin cocktail I got and the pastas we ordered were so good. It is a cute restaurant with an open kitchen which I love so you can watch your food being made. Will def be making the trip to Minneapolis to eat at Martina! read more

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We returned to Martina after a long absence. There was no logical reason for our absence. Maybe parking fears or an aversion to the Linden Hills Waspy and Patrician demographic caused us to hesitate. At 5:30 on a Thursday, the lovely bar was almost empty, and we grabbed two of the uncomfortable stools. It's hard to find fault with any of the Del Prado establishments. Martina might have been his first, and it's aging gracefully. Bex was our server, and he was friendly, conversing with us readily. You don't always experience that in Minneapolis. After relaxing with a cocktail and glass of wine, we ordered the empanadas, the Cacio e Pepe ravioli, and the Wagyu Zabuton. Zabuton sounds like a medical device, but it's a chuck steak that is very tender. Everything tasted fantastic, with the Cacio e Pepe a member of the Hall of Fame. Martina is a great restaurant, and I will return read more

Martina - A pleasant room. - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I enjoyed my experience here yesterday with a couple friends. We had a reservation outside which was lovely. We ended up sharing the Brussels sprout salad and hamachi crudo as appetizers and for the entree I had the mushroom rigatoni which was very rich and creamy. Definitely on the pricier side but the food was very good. Peter was our server and he did a great job giving recommendations! read more

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Still my number one place! Normally, I suggest this place to friends and family. Their service and food is top notch! Here are my favs: oysters churros pasta (lobster pasta) steak all their cocktails read more

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Went for a birthday dinner on 5/1. We had reservations for 745pm. We were sat immediately. The atmosphere was great. My fiance and I had 2 different cocktails each, they were really different and good. The potato churros were awesome. I was curious about the cinnamon calamari. It was surprisingly good, the cinnamon was very faint. The oysters were very fresh. My entree was the barramundi, so good. My fiance loved her mushroom rigatoni. The dessert was a crepe type thing, it was ok. Overall, I loved the place read more

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The food and the service were both outstanding. Despite not having a reservation for Mother's Day brunch, we were quickly seated at the outdoor patio. We shared the grilled Brussels sprout salad. I'm not usually a fan of Brussels sprouts, but this was amazing and I had seconds. My daughter ordered the leek empanadas, my son-in-law the lobster toast, eldest grandson the avocado toast, youngest grandson the Martina burger, while I had the seasonal omelette. My omelette was filled with sun dried tomatoes, asparagus, spinach and more and was absolutely delicious. I had a taste of the lobster which was also superb. I would highly recommend this restaurant and will visit again next time I'm in Minneapolis. read more

I would like the owners to know that I just went there today (05/09/26) and I was met at the door. There was still quite a crowd in the dining area. I was asked if I had a reservation. I explained all I needed was to buy a gift card. The attendant then told me that the restaurant was "technically"closed and I needed to come back another time. If I had a reservation I could had buy it? Very confused...I don't know about you, but I used to have a restaurant and I loved to sell gift cards. read more

Came back for brunch because I heard all about the potato churros! We sat right by the kitchen so we saw all the food coming out which was good and bad for decision making. Every time something different came out, that is what we wanted. We got the Smoke Salmon and Burrata, Crab Benedict, Almond Flour Pancakes, Bacon and Eggs and a side of Potato Churros. Potato churros are a MUST, the inside is so soft and delicious while the outside is so crispy. The crab benedict was crab cakes, so it did feel pretty heavy but it was so tasty and filling. The bacon and eggs came with a pork belly instead of traditional bacon and that was also amazing, the flavor of the pork belly was addicting. The pancakes were so soft and tasty as well. The Smoked Salmon and Burrata I did not personally try, but it looked so fresh and delicious! The restaurant is always so beautiful and the service is always great as well! It was great to be back for brunch . read more

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A Minneapolis Essential - 10/10 If you only have one dinner in Minneapolis, make it Martina. This Argentinian powerhouse is easily one of the best dining experiences in the city. The Standouts: * Mushroom Rigatoni: Hands down, some of the best pasta I've ever had. It's earthy, rich, and a total must-order. * The Apps: Do not leave without trying the Potato Churros (trust me on this) and the Empanadas. They set the bar incredibly high for the rest of the meal. * other Pasta: While the mushroom rigatoni is the star, their various seafood pastas (lobster or shrimp spaghetti is a highlight) as well as the sausage orecchiette are equally refined and fresh. The vibe is chic, the cocktails are top-tier, and the food is flawless. Service is fast and helpful. It's a 10/10 every single time. Absolute must-visit! read more

Martina - Mushroom rigatoni, sausage orecchiette, shrimp spaghetti - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Came to Martina for the second time, this round with guests--and just like before, they didn't disappoint. I'd had the ox tongue and octopus here before, and I'm happy to report they're still absolutely amazing. The octopus was perfectly tender, and the ox tongue bruschetta? Rich, savory, and surprisingly addictive. Oysters were fresh and delicious--cleaned the plate in no time. My guests branched out and tried a few of Martina's pasta dishes and fish selections, and every bite earned glowing reviews. Mouthwatering across the board. It's the kind of place that makes hosting easy: great food, great atmosphere, great first impression. Parking can be a challenge thanks to the location and popularity, so plan accordingly. But once you're inside and the first dish hits the table? Worth every bit of effort. Martina continues to deliver--definitely one of my go-to spots when I want to treat myself and share something special. read more

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My family and I came here for dinner on a Friday night. Parking was difficult to find since the lot was completely full so I parked about 2-3 blocks away - make sure you make time to find parking because there's also no valet. Service here is below-average for what it is but the food makes up for it. They have an open kitchen concept, which I like, however, I feel like the seats by the kitchen are a tad too close. I always felt like servers were constantly brushing up against my back. The Hamachi Crudo was very refreshing and delicious - I would recommend! We also had the Charred Brussels Sprout Salad which was also enjoyable. My favorite item, however, were the Steamed Mussels. The portion was fairly large and came with 4 pieces of bread. For pasta, we did the Mushroom Rigatoni which was so delicious! I loved the umami flavor you get from the mushrooms and the sauce was perfect. We also got the Octopus and the Pork Chop. The Pork Chop was really good and I highly recommend this. The Octopus on the other hand was such a disappointment. It was SO salty and the squid ink mayo didn't add much to the dish. Again, SUPER salty and we tried to flag down our server but service was lacking so we didn't get a chance to say anything about the Octopus. We closed our meal off with the Caramel Flan. A good sweet treat, but the price was a little much for what it is. Overall, not super obsessed with going out of my way to eat here but also not a bad spot for dinner. read more

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This is an open concept restaurant in the Linden Hills area with only street parking. The prices are higher than other parts of the city. The food is very good however, the crowd lacked visible diversity and felt uppity. Not kid friendly! The drinks are very good and strong, the service is consistent and kind. Very close seating quarters. read more

First things first: if you can't see in low light, hate the dark, or already know your friend is going to say, "Why the h*ll am I holding a candle to read a menu," scoot your booty elsewhere and do not choose Martina -- unless it's blasting sunlight with zero chance of clouds. The vibe is dark and sexy, heavy on atmosphere, with plants and moody lighting that feels very intentional. Staff always friendly and attentive. Don Toliver was playing, getting a girl in her zone. That said, the food is genuinely strong, especially for the gluten-free gals. There are thoughtful options, including gluten-free churros. For me, those leaned more toward smushy potatoes than classic churro texture, but I appreciated that they exist at all. Where Martina absolutely nails it: the cocktails. The old fashioned was a solid 10/10 -- perfectly crisp, balanced, and with the right amount of bitters. Overall: come for the drinks and the food, know what you're signing up for with the lighting, and maybe leave the plain Jane's at home. read more

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Visited 3/23/25. First brunch at Martina and everything was really solid. Of course it's Martina so prices are always going to feel a bit steeper than I would prefer, especially for a brunch, but the ingredients they use are incredibly fresh and I can't complain about that. Martina does have a parking lot but by the time I got there at 11am it was full so give yourself time for street parking just in case. I didn't get a drink but a few of my friends got an iced oat milk latte, a latte, and black coffee. They also had options for different cocktails as well. To eat I got the eggs and bacon, my friend got the pancakes, and my other two friends got the seasonal omelets. Everything had great flavor and the potato churros that accompanied my dish were standouts (as per usual). It was pretty busy, which kind of felt that it impacted ability for servers to check in throughout but our server was still kind throughout. I definitely would've loved a quick check in to get like hot sauce or additional sauces offered because the mustard that came with mine was good but I would've loved even just a bit of tapatio or even ketchup for the churros. Got a bite of my friend's pancakes and they were delightful-we later discussed how we should've shared our respective plates for the perfect mix of savory and sweet. Good brunch experience at Martina overall-definitely not a place I would do regular brunch due to price points but would come back periodically for special occasions. read more

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Ever since we moved to Minnesota, we've been coming here for anniversary dinner. Their flan is so creamy yet light it made us start to learn how to make it at home for Christmas dinner. read more

Martina - Gnocchi - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Yeah, I just don't get it ... sky-high costs for average service and very simple plates that you could make at home for pennies on the dollar that you are spending here. In my opinion, it just felt like a place that people spend money at for status and to impress others vs. providing any kind of value or novelty. Saw a guy eating an at least $100 dinner alone while he was reading the newspaper at 7pm on a Monday ... I dunno, maybe I just wasn't raised wealthy enough to not be somewhat put off by this kind of conspicuous burning of money. read more

This place is wonderful! Last week I had dinner with some coworkers and we decided to share everything which was a fabulous idea! I was quickly greeted when I arrived and seated at the table. The decor was very pretty and nice and warm! For drinks I tried one of the N.A. options, "Tropical" drink. It was sweeter but really yummy! It was hard to not drink it all at once. For apps we had many but some of my favorites were cinnamon fried calamari, steamed mussels and seared scallops. They were all amazing and def recommend. For our dinner we shared 6 dishes and some of my favorites were mushroom rigatoni, it had a great crisp to the mushroom and everyone thought my choice was the most basic but they ended up loving mine the most!!! We also had mafaldine, orecchiette, fusilli with lamb ragu and swordfish. I also had the best dessert of my life!! You have to try the panqueque. It was a great balance of balance of banana, dulce de leche and crushed caramel! I've been dreaming of this dessert since I had it last week! read more

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Came here for brunch. The ambiance is elegant, clean, and modern and menu prices reflect the aesthetic. I ordered carbonara verde. It was okay. I don't necessarily consider it a carbonara because ti did not have the same level of rich/creaminess of a carbonera. It was a spinach cream sauce with bacon and an egg on top. I had to request extra parmesan as a topper. All "meals" are ala carte. Burgers do not come with sides either. Tip: Reserved/free parking available in the alley to the left of the restaurant. read more

delayed recap from a mom's day brunch at the one & only @martinarestaurant first time sitting outside on the patio & a huge fan! if you're looking to treat yourself on the long weekend, give their brunch menu a shot! our orders : (1) oyster on the half shell empanadas // wouldn't reorder - a bit cheesy for our liking, wish there was more of an alternative filling crab benedict // personal fav for Martina brunch! almond flour pancakes // my dad ate his entire plate jalapeño burger // my mom said it was delicious! read more

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From the moment you walk in, Martina radiates elegance. We started with the hamachi crudo and the calamari upon recommendation from the waitress. The hamachi was outstanding with passionfruit, habanero sauce. The calamari was delish, crunchy and lightly cinnamon flavored. I was the most impressed with my main, the halibut. It was so fresh with the corn and cherry tomatoes and the tumeric coconut milk sauce! We will be back for sure. read more

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Parking is a challenge, but we really love the ambience of Martina's and the open kitchen. Service by Julia was very good. She was friendly, attentive, and exceptionally helpful. The only issue we really had was that our appetizers came and we were almost through with them before the cocktails we had ordered first, showed up. The empanadas are an exceptional starter, and I highly recommend them. They are paired with a delicious and very fresh chimichurri sauce. The grilled bread is also very good, but I thought a bit ridiculous to charge eight dollars for bread. We also had the grilled beef tongue starter, which was honestly disappointing. It just didn't taste like tongue to me. For entrées, I highly recommend the Mafaldine pasta - unique and delicious. The linguine with clams was also very good and my wife definitely recommended it. The pork chop was good but again I thought for $42 it should've been exceptional. I probably wouldn't order it again. For dessert, we tried the black velvet cake and unfortunately, it really wasn't that much to our liking. read more

Martina was the first of Daniel del Prado's ever-growing restaurant empire and it still continues to impress all these years later. The menu has evolved over the years, though it remains pretty approachable for most diners. The highlight of a recent visit was the halibut, scallops and the always excellent potato churros. The space has also changed a bit over the years, with the addition of Rosalia pizza and a sizeable patio to enjoy when the weather allows for it. Service has always been friendly and based upon the full house during a recent weekend visit, reservations are a must. read more

Martina is a modern Argentinian restaurant located in the Linden Hill area of Minneapolis. The ambiance of this restaurant was excellent: chic, open, and airy. The main dining room has high ceiling which could make the acoustics a bit noisy. Still, it had a good vibe. We ordered the one pound steamed mussels with country bread. I highly recommend this dish! The sauce was made with sea urchin which added great umami, lime, white wine, garlic and red peppers for a nice kick. The country bread was perfectly charred and went nicely with the broth. The broth was so flavorful that after we finished mopping the bread with it, my partner drank it! If you like mussels, I highly recommend this dish! The second dish was the potato gnocchi and that was simple and delicious. Service was excellent. We were there to celebrate an anniversary and happily received complimentary wine and mock-tail. This restaurant does get booked up so I recommend making a reservation in advance. read more

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MUST try the potato churros! I forgot to take a photo for when we first got it because I was too hungry. They were so crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Seasoned perfectly! All the pasta dishes I tried were really delicious but my favorite was the mushroom rigatoni. For the burrata, I didn't really like the strawberries on it maybe because it wasn't ripe and the bread was a little too charred/bitter for me. The restaurant was a little chilly inside but other than that the ambiance and look of it was quite aesthetic. Parking - they have a small lot so there's mainly street parking read more

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Martina has been quickly became one of my favorite spots. Whether you are wanting a dinner date, quick drink with the girls or after dinner drinks and dessert they have what you may not even know you need. Let's start with drinks old fashioned and espresso martini they nail both of these every time! Appetizers are a must potato churros and empanadas the flavor of both cannot be beat. The last visit was for gnocchi night and it was incredible we had potato gnocchi, oxtail and mushroom pasta our group shared all because the flavors were all different and unique! Then desert the cherry on top! Panqueque a crepe with bananas, Carmel and fresh mascarpone. Incredible! Server was attentive, had great suggestions and was very friendly. Beautiful space. read more

Martina - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Would definitely come here again. Every dish was delicious. Apps- hamachi crudo, churros, mussels, tongue burschetta, calamari, and grilled bread. All were amazing. The cinnamon on the calamari was oddly great. Mussels with the curry was sooo good. Scallops with the corn... so so good, salmon was good and the pork chop was great. Pastas were the standout. Pesto, oxtail, mushroom rigatoni, orichette and the linguine and clams were all very good. The mushroom rigatoni was the table favorite. The oxtail was a bit too vinegary? And the clams had a bit too much lemon. Service was very good, accommodating to a kids request of butter noodles. Would definitely come back again and again! read more

For our last meal in Minneapolis, our friend introduced Martina, an Argentina and Italian fusion restaurant. The restaurant looked like a fun spot with a lot of people inside. We had a reservation, but the wait wasn't too bad for a Sunday lunch. The cocktail menu looked amazing, but we had a little too much the night before, so we just got the mocktails. We tried pachamama and tropical. They were tasty and refreshing, highly recommended. For food, we ordered Martina burger, mortadella sandwich, lobster toast, crab benedict, carbonara verde, and potato churros on the side. Our favorite was the burger. It was simple but hit the spot. The side potato churros accompanied the burger well and should be ordered even without the burger. Our least favorite was the carbonara verde. The dish was bland and all we could taste was the pea tendrils, pancetta did nothing for the dish. We tried to add salt, but it was just not good regardless what we tried. Overall experience was meh. After we ordered our food, our sever was gone with the menu. They did ask if they could bring us anything when the dish was coming to the table, but how did we know what we needed before trying anything? The coffee was empty, the water was empty, we had to wave down whoever for everything since we didn't get checked after the dishes came. With that said, we don't know if they have happy hours, but if they do, definitely go there to try their drinks and potato churros. read more

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Finally made it here to eat, and it did not disappoint! We got there early with reservations, and it still took some time on a Friday night to be seated. There was quite the wait, but it was worth it. The drink menu was full of local options and fancy, fun cocktails. The mule was delicious, and all the NA options were impressive. For starters, we did the sea scallops. They were flavorful and perfectly cooked! Scallops can be gritty and rubbery if not done well. Main entrees were spaghetti and the mushroom pasta. My partner doesn't even like mushrooms, and he said you couldn't even tell these were mushrooms! The flavors were hearty and robust. Lastly, I recommend getting the banana pancake dessert, perfectly sweetened with some honey crunchy candy pieces. read more

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The high average rating is clearly a price bias. Customers spend a higher dollar amount and convince themselves of value. To be fair, Martina has strengths; real strengths. The bar staff are spectacular and the vibe is fun. Parking is a nightmare, even with off-peak reservation times. As many others have highlighted, the host(ess) desk is a callous mess and not the way you want to start the evening. You can forget the value of having a reservation as that is clearly a suggestion within a one-hour window. I suggest you just try to sit at the bar. So onto food: The Yellowtail Crudo ($19) is a standout. In fact, you can take my advice and come to Martina for drinks with friends and a light bite of this yummy dish...then go eat dinner somewhere else. Empanadas ($16) with leaks and garbanzos are good, to be sure, but on reflection, seem out of place on the menu and I get the sense that they are a backdoor method to justify the chimichurri for the kitchens mains. Papperdelle ($32) with duck ragu is a hearty and reliable execution. However, it is unmemorable and lacks a signature flavor that would make it stand out. In the end, it's a staple comfort food you will forget about like mom's meatloaf. Wagyu Zabuton ($48). "zabuton" is an overly fancy way to say in Japanese "cushion." Most people know it as a Denver steak from the front shoulder. You would NEVER know this is wagyu beef. Not only was it tough but the kitchen cut the beef WITH the grain, making it chewy. I would say, the accompanying potato churros are tasty. However, as above, the chimichurri seems forced. The Swordfish is another entree miss. The kitchen has done very little to enhance this steak fish which only goes to expose the fish is clearly a frozen cut that has oiled out and tastes "fishy." To be fair, the manager inspected the fish and agreed, removing the dish from our bill. To that end, the managers genuinely appear interested in protecting their brand. I fear, however, the issues we encountered are rapidly going to unravel that brand. read more

I went for brunch over the weekend! The food was delicious! I got the eggs florentine which had a lovely texture and hearty flavor driven by the goat cheese. I had a bite of my friend's almond flour pancakes which was also delicious, but let me tell you if you're only getting one thing here, get the potato churros! They have a beautiful light crisp on the outside with a soft pillowy inside. I would come back just for those churros! The service was also great! read more

Martina - eggs forentine, potato churros, almond flour pancakes - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Next time we go we might each get our own order of the muscles, they were the best we have ever had anywhere in our travels. Also they gave us a round of sangria's for my wife's birthday on the house, which really was a nice touch. read more

Wow, what an amazing restaurant. If you're lucky to get here through all that construction, you're in luck! They have the best pasta options , we had the lobster pasta, and pistachio pesto pasta. Both were spectacular. For appetizers, we had the grilled asparagus and beets, I can't say I had beets that were that good before. I came here for my birthday, so we had a complimentary berry sorbet. I think the only dish we didn't like was the hazelnut torte. The staff was also very friendly. read more

Martina - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Martina is a reliably great spot! My experience with the food over 3 visits has either been good or amazing, so no complaints there. Service was smooth and friendly every time + the space is lovely. read more

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Good food, good service, and a good date place! They do take reservations but if you happen to just fancy a visit, a seat at the bar is awesome! We received great service from Rachel at the bar and would recommend sitting there as you can experience an awesome performance of cocktail artistry! read more

Martina - Candle lift at the bar! Good to enjoy a drink with someone you like! - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I've heard this has authentic food, and it didn't seem to miss. Driving through the neighborhoods to get to Martina in Minneapolis are where the good vibes start- it feels homey just driving there. The dark but elevated vibe on the interior makes for a great ambiance. Although it's very busy here, the service was good to keep up with the demand. Drinks are unreal and super unique!! Must try all the specialty cocktails (but get ready rack up your credit card bill lol) read more

Martina - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Come early because parking isn't for the weak! This cute establishment is tucked in a corner of a busy city and packs a limited menu with big flavor. We dined for brunch and were so appreciative of the staff giving us grace when we were late to our reservation because parking was hard to find. The Crab Benedict was amazing with a perfectly balanced Hollandaise. We also got the bacon and eggs dish which had the biggest cuts of bacon I've seen in a long time. Lovely experience and would love to return to dinner service! read more

Martina - Argentine Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Fabulous restaurant that I reviewed back in October 2018, but to which I apparently never attached the photos, which were still sitting in my Yelp! account. A few extracts from my old review: "The restaurant has a trendy urban, industrial vibe, with exposed pipes and beams softened by planks of gray wood. This does not do anything to dampen sound; there is a lot of background noise, although it is possible to carry on a conversation without raising one's voice." "The food was excellent, with complex and intriguing combinations of flavors and texture, not quite like anything I've had before. Some of this culinary exotica is associated with unusual ingredients--sea urchin, sweetbreads, flying fish roe, etc. Advice to the less-adventurous: the waiters will patiently explain all unfamiliar terms. Ask." "Service was nicely timed--not rushed, but efficient. We were seated at 5:30, finished entrees at about 6:20, and were headed home at 7:15." read more

First time at this spot and loved it. Very warm and inviting atmosphere, in a great location with plenty of parking. The churros are a must appetizer and the mushroom rigatoni was incredible. Their rum old fashioned was a nice mix up as well. Great service and solid prices will certainly have me returning. 2 drinks, 2 meals and 1 appetizer was $125 after 20% tip. read more

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