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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!
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!
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
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
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 .
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
9 months ago
Such a cute, intimate spot--perfect for a date night or small group. The vibe was great, service was quick, and the staff were very kind and helpful. It is a little on the spendier side, but the food and drinks were tasty. The potato churros were unique and delicious, my ravioli pasta was unreal, and my boyfriend really enjoyed his steak (though the portion was on the smaller side for the price). read more
11 months ago
Top 5 dinner for us. The flavors were perfectly blended and balanced in each dish. The potato churros are a don't-miss (they were a side with the steak which was perfect). We had the cacio e Pepe ravioli, the steak, and the halibut. Each uniquely different and excellent. Panqueque is a must for dessert. Bonus: our foodie son with autism only drinks milk and they had that for him! read more
I always forget what a great neighborhood Linden Hills is. It seems that there is an amazing restaurant on every corner. Martina is definitely one of them. Martina features a unique mix of Italian and Argentinian dishes that all have beautiful presentation and superb execution. We started with the vegetarian charred Brussels sprouts salad and grilled bread. The salad was a great start to the meal: the charred Brussels sprouts paired beautifully with the bitter frisée and creamy chèvre. The dressing's bright acidity brought everything together--it was a truly perfect start to the meal. The grilled bread is not to be missed, either--I adore anything that has the taste of the grill on it, and this bread was no exception. My favorite part, though, was the apple cider vinegar butter. It was completely unexpected! Spread on the bread, it gave you a bite that was reminiscent of sourdough (but way more delicious). The butter somehow retained some of its sweetness, and the beautiful flakes of salt sprinkled on top added flavor and texture. For my main, I got the vegetarian spaghetti fra diavolo. Spaghetti fra diavolo is one of those dishes that I have always wanted to try but don't usually find with a vegetarian option. Now, I wonder where it has been my whole life. Serrano and roasted Fresno peppers added a pleasant bite that built over time, and generous amounts of basil and garlic added depth to the velvety tomato sauce. This is easily one of the tastiest pasta dishes I've had. I was also really impressed by their selection of creative and sophisticated non-alcoholic beverages, including some mocktails featuring Dry Wit. (If you know, you know.) If you are a fan of the zero proof, absolutely come here to enjoy some of their offerings. They've got a truly talented mind behind the bar. We had super service from Germaine (and everyone else who served us, too), and we liked the decor--it was a little rustic and also classy, making for a most welcoming vibe. They also have some great tunes. read more
Martina is a Argentinian hotspot with its chic and inviting surrounding. Its a place I wouldn't normally frequent however was invited by an acquaintance. I don't regret accepting the invite! Ambiance 5/5 Very chic, and airy space with wood beams outlining the ceilings, brass stools with wooden tables and chairs. Their booths are fabulous although I haven't had the pleasure yet! Service 5/5 Fabulous and the waiter was so welcoming, providing us with a complimentary pink drink. It was so refreshing and delightful. They know how to make a girl feel welcomed! Food 5/5 Lunch hour menu was nice and light with option ranging from Avocado toast to Smoked Salmon (which I ordered). I hear their dinner menu boast Octopus Smashed Fingerlings, Oysters and mussels if that's up you alley. I'll venture out and try it one day. lol SMOKED SALMON AND BURRATA 18.00 bagel, salsa verde, pepitas Overall 5/5 Great location, food, service, and a bonus that it's across from Sebastian's Ice Cream. read more
Amazing food Julia did an amazing time serving. The crab Benedict was perfectly made. Nice and open floorplan was very exceptional and the vibes made the experience feel like a dream. I really enjoyed the complex flavors included in the espresso martini probably one of the best that I've ever had. read more
2 years ago
Welcome to your next stop for a cozy date night or a quaint girls night on a Friday! Between the vibrant buzz of conversation and the dim light restaurant, the place wraps you in a snuggly hug. The waitress was very attentive and proactive when it came to clearing plates, replacing silverware, and refilling waters. The cocktails and mocktails are on the smaller side portion wise but their flavors pack a punch. The potato churros are a must to start off with. Somehow they nailed the creaminess of a mashed potato on the inside with the crispiness of a potato chip on the outside. Mind blown! I also ordered their newest pasta, the PAPPARDELLE. The shredded duck was tender and the red wine butter was the perfect mouth watering addition. Parking is all along the street so be prepared to walk a block or two depending how lucky you get! read more
2 years ago
I've been to Martina a handful of times and it's always on my recommendations list. The ambiance, the staff, the food - it's always consistently an enjoyable experience. Super busy on the weekends so would highly recommend a reservation. There is off-street free parking on the side of the building down a bit. I pretty much always get the Cacio E Pepe Ravioli because when you like something, you like something. But the most important thing on the menu is the POTATO CHURROS. I don't know how to describe how perfectly these things are cooked, it's like crispy on the outside but mashed potato consistency on the inside. When I visit with friends, we always get one to share for the table but then I also order my own, I love them that much. If you like potatoes, I promise this won't disappoint! Brunch is also pretty good although I usually prefer to go for dinner. read more
This fancy restaurant is a treat whenever my friends have a birthday, lighting is dim for more intimate experience. Everything we ordered was delicious, we even got complimentary desserts and wine for birthday treat. Service is awesome, my waiter was very attentive and guide us through the menu. The parking fill up quick, there's more parking on the street or neighborhood in the next street. read more
11 months ago
I can only speak to the food and service because I ordered delivery, but both were great. Food: I like that they had a vegan option (vegan option as a choice, separate from the vegetarian options with dairy). I also got the Brussel sprout salad with cheese and prosciutto on the side, took a chance on the toasted bread w the apple cider butter, and the pappardelle short rib ragu. The grilled Brussel sprouts salad was nice with a tangy mustard vinaigrette. The apple cider vinegar butter was subtle and nice. The chocolate hazelnut torte was crazy good and everything came nicely packed and labeled. But there was no vegan dessert option, boo. Overall, I can't wait to go in and check this place out again! read more
Oh my goodness I can't emphasize enough how amazing this place is. We risked last minute plans with not having a reservation on a Friday night and got a spot at the open seating section right away. It was by the door but still great for smaller parties! Everyone was really friendly and helpful with recommendations. I started with the gauchos bola cocktail per a recommendation and it was delicious and smoky. The cup was mostly ice for the high price but their fun creations are definitely worth a try! We shared the beef tartare appetizer, which was AMAZING with the grilled bread. Similarly, the potato churros everyone talks about were incredible and worth returning just for those. Again, the mushroom pasta is a must try. It was packed with mushrooms and wasn't too rich. The vibe inside was so cozy and warm and everything else was perfect! read more
2 years ago
I was most impressed by the service regarding my reservation before arriving. I needed to change it a few times as well as adjust numbers. The Martina team was very accommodating which was appreciated. With that said, we had a reservation. Parking was easy, right next to the building. We waited about ten minutes for our table. We ordered the brussel sprouts, lobster pasta, salmon, agnolotti, and bolognese short rib along with the grilled bread. While the items were presented well, fresh, but they fell flat and were underwhelming. The location was loud and at times was difficult to hear the conversation at the table. The service was as expected. Overall our bill totaled $200 - we all had water and no dessert. Given the disappointment of the plates, the location felt overpriced. read more
4 months ago
Not that this place needs another 5 star review... but this spot has been on my list forever. Finally made a reservation on a Friday at 8pm outside. Perfect time for a summer outdoor meal, because it's just as the sun sets and the temps drop! We ate the apps so fast I forgot to even take a picture. We got the Spicy Tuna Tiradito. A raw dish with a lot of bright flavors! We also had the Seared Scallops app, and it went down quick. The cocktails were also amazing. Of the 4 we had, my favorite was the Gauchos Bola! It had a delicious smoky finish! For the main course we decided on Norwegian Salmon, and the Celery Root Ravioli. Although both were delicious, my partner was jealous of my Ravioli and said he'd order that next time. Before it even reached my lips I caught the smell of the butter sauce and exclaimed "this is great!"Hadn't even made it into my mouth yet. For dessert we ordered two... because it was a "TREAT YO SELF" day. The desserts were larger than anticipated and we were stuffed. The flan was rich & had a smooth caramel sauce, the chocolate cake was lighter than it looks and texturally pleasing! Service was good, no complaints, they came back at regular intervals throughout the meal. Parking is annoying. You will have to park on a residential street & walk a bit. read more
I've been to Colita and Rosalia, so I needed to finish up my food tour with Martina! I had heard rave reviews, so I was very excited about my visit. First thing to be aware of is that the menu changes. I believe it might be with the seasons, but unsure. I had lots of recommendations from friends, but sadly a lot of them were not available on this menu. I went here with a group of 5 of us for a birthday, so we were here to try everything! Note: Make sure to mention if there's a birthday in your group! We all got a complimentary glass of their signature vermouth (I personally was not a fan, but my friends loved it!) and a large scoop of raspberry sorbet with some cookie crumbles on it. Service overall was great, we were consistently checked on and food/drinks came out fast! Only thing I was frustrated about was that I wanted a reservation for the patio, but online it had said it was sold out. When we got there, there was barely anyone on the patio. I guess they must just reserve the majority of it for walk ins? However, the cool and calm ambiance of the inside made up for it. Felt like an upscale restaurant at a resort in the tropics CASAMARI: A delicious and spice forward drink. Although I loved this, it definitely gives fall vibes with the warmth of the spices and flavor. I wish I had gotten the spritz like my friends to feed into the summer vibes. EMPANADAS: Absolutely delicious. Note, there are only 2 in an order. The inside was flavorful and the outside was doughy and light. CHARRED BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD: The perfect light salad to share. The amount was great for 5 people splitting 2 apps. The dressing and sprouts made up the majority of the flavor on this, but I didn't mind. CACIO E PEPE AGNOLOTTI: This was the star for me. Who thought such a basic dish could be so flavorful? It was rich and buttery and starch-y and cheesy. I loved that they were like small raviolis bursting with flavor. BUCATINI WITH SPRING PESTO: This one was a bit of a let-down for me. I felt that the pesto was way to acidic, to the point where it made it a bit hard to eat. There was also a spice in there that I didn't care for, not sure what it was. POTATO GNOCCI: A delicious classic. Nothing very special, but nonetheless worth a try if you're more traditional. POTATO CHURROS: Definitely a must-try here. 2 orders was too many for 5 of us, so I would recommend just one (it comes with 5-ish churros). This is like if mashed potatoes and french fries and twice baked potatoes had a baby. Fried and delicious. I do wish there were some more unique sauces served with it though. Overall, a great special occasion spot to split and try things with friends, but I wouldn't find myself a regular here since it does run a bit pricey. read more
1 year ago
Wow! This place was amazing. I've always wanted to go but never had the chance. We came here for a celebration and were so pleased. The server knew their stuff and was able to describe the food very well. We had a spot near the window, which allowed us a view of the entire place. Very cozy with the dark lighting but also very clean with all the greenery. The food was amazing and we cannot wait to go back. read more
4 months ago
5 months ago
Everything you've heard about Martina is true. Friendly and attentive staff. Delicious food. Lovely ambience. Perfect for a date night or catching up with an old friend. I could feast on their grilled bread with apple cider vinegar butter for days! A few favorites include: celery root ravioli (who doesn't love king crab?), pappardelle short rib Ragu, and their empanadas. read more
Had a dinner reservation here for 7:30 pm Tuesday night. Our party notified the restaurant ahead of time that we would arrive a few minutes late. The worst part of the entire experience was waiting for a half hour to get a table when we already had a reservation. We were starving, so we ended up going to the bar and ordered a few appetizers and drinks while waiting for our table. It didn't take too long for our appetizers and drinks to came out. We got a potato churro, avocado bruschetta, and grilled beef tongue bruschetta to start the night. The potato churro and avocado bruschetta were incredible. The potato was so creamy and melted in my mouth. The smoked roe in the avocado bruschetta really lifted the dish and made it unique and smoky delicious. The grilled beef tongue bruschetta wasn't bad, but it was overshadowed by all the other excellent dishes. Once we had had some food, we felt instantly better. Our table was finally ready a few minutes after we started enjoying our appetizers a little after 8 pm. After we were seated at a table, service was prompt and friendly. The table felt small for our party of four, but still much better than sitting at the bar. A coworker and I shared a spaghetti fra diavolo with lobster and seared scallops to save some room for dessert. Both were good but not memorable. For dessert, all four of us shared a panqueque and a chocolate hazelnut torte. They were so good and compliment each other really well. The chocolate hazelnut torte was rich. The panqueque was lighter, and I did scrape clean the dulce de leche because it was that good. It was the perfect amount of food for me, although I wouldn't have minded 1-2 fewer appetizers. Overall, I would recommend budgeting a lot of time in case you need to wait a while despite having a reservation. I cannot recommend the potato churro, avocado bruschetta, panqueque, and chocolate hazelnut torte enough. read more
4 months ago
3 years ago
Martina is a great, fancy place to go with great food and wonderful ambiance. FOOD: I really enjoyed the octopus-- it was charred perfectly and was surprisingly good. Take this with a grain of salt because I've never had octopus before and it's just like other fish but a bit more tough. AMBIANCE: very upscale and comfortable. Great for a fancy date (or anniversary, in my case)! SERVICE: didn't exceed expectations but didn't fall short either. We appreciated that they had a specific menu for dairy free options (or how to make things dairy free). We had *hoped* there would be something provided to celebrate our anniversary but that's not something to complain about because it would have just been a touch that went "above and beyond" but lacking it didn't make them fall short. The staff was very professional. PARKING: we ubered but there are neighborhoods nearby where parking is easy. read more
Cute spot! Definitely come for drinks but food is a bit of a hit or a miss in my opinion though. Notable things below: + Yellowtail crudo: Everyone was a fan of this. Love the seasoning and sauce pairing + Empanada: Great chimichurri sauce although felt like they put a lot of cheese in this + Celery root ravioli: Interesting concept but was a bit too rich for my liking so I couldn't finish it. I really liked the king crab meat outside of the ravioli though and they gave a fair amount of meat. read more
Dinner @ Martina Spaghetti Fra Diavolo with Lobster (8.7/10) Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu (8.6/10) Seared Scallops (8.5/10) Cinnamon Fried Calamari (8.5/10) Empanadas (9.1/10) Charred Brussels Sprout Salad (9.1/10) Overall Food, Service & Vibe (8.6/10) read more
2 years ago
Crab Benedict was amazing for brunch, definitely hit the spot if you're craving eggs and seafood! Our server was great and very friendly. I love coming to Martina, it's a fun spot for brunch or dinner! Feels like you're on vacation when you walk into the restaurant read more
I enjoyed a nice new year brunch last at Martina. Good service and good food in addition to great ambiance. The pricing was fairly reasonable for the portion size. We enjoyed potato churros, lobster toast, choripan, and a non alcoholic drink that I can remember the name of. The drink was good but had too much ice read more
Came for an early dinner on a laidback Wednesday and service and ambiance didn't disappoint! Linden Hills is one of Minneapolis' hidden gems! IYKYK I was the last in my party to arrive and I was able to walk over and join my party without any formal attention. Server was attentive and friendly and thankfully not awkward. This was my second time at Martina, as I was underwhelmed my first visit the year they opened. Thankfully this visit was much different! Everything was well-prepared and delicious. The potato churros never disappoint! Brussels Sprouts salad was nice and refreshing as a starter! I chose 2 mocktails and they were the only disappointment of the night. So much ice I felt cheated. They were pretty but one tasted like Sprite with a lemon drop candy dropped in the bottom and the other like Ocean Spray cranberry juice and nothing else. The octopus was excellent! Others ordered gnocchi, bavette steak! Would return and skip the mocktails! read more
Love, love, love this place because of its hip yet welcoming vibe and the crazy good flavors of the food. I'm slow to finally try this place. If you haven't, find a way and make sure you make reservations as it gets busy, even on week nights. Tried the tuna appetizer, roasted chicken, green beans and salmon. All offer such intensely good flavors where your brain pauses to think, what just happened?! Parking can be tricky so I just park on one of the side roads and walk a couple of blocks. FOMO for not trying dessert there but plan to next time I go! read more
My partner took me here for my birthday last week after receiving recommendations from so many of our friends. This was such a happy surprise for me as I have been meaning to try this for so long, but have been looking for a special occasion. The neighborhood is pretty cool with a well known local bakery chain next door as well as a Sebastian Joe's ice cream stop. They have a small parking lot along the side and back which had some spots open for us when we came (Wednesday night ~7:30 pm). We had a reservation, but there were a number of open seats so I think you could probably walk-in and be seated without issue. In fact, we were actually running late and they moved our reservation for us back 30 min with no issue which was very kind. Their menu is high end Argentinian food, with a large number of pasta and seafood dishes. We decided to get a few things to share: spaghetti fra diavola with lobster, Norwegian Salmon, Potato Churros, and the Panqueque for dessert. The Spaghetti Fra Diavola with Lobster was perfect, tasted like fresh homemade pasta in a very flavorful tomato based sauce that has a little kick but nothing overwhelming at all, even for the Minnesota palate, topped with a very healthy portion of lobster. Everything about this dish was delicious and I would definitely order this again! The Norwegian Salmon was another hit, with a little bit of a gentle smoky flavor served with a beurre blanc which was delicate and worked very well with the salmon. The salmon was topped with a hefty portion of herbs which was pleasant, but I think it was a bit unbalanced with how much there was compared to how much salmon there was. Nonetheless, a perfectly cooked fish with a great sauce. For the side, we got potato churros which were basically the ultimate form of French fries. They were not sweet like traditional cinnamon sugar churros, but instead tasted more like a thick French fry with a crispy outside and an extremely soft and mashed potato-esque inside. I thought this was a very unique dish and I really enjoyed the play on both French fries and churros. Excellent side choice, I recommend everyone try this when they go. And lastly, for dessert, we finished the night with the Panqueque which was my personal, ultimate, ideal dessert. It was basically a very soft pancake/crepe wrapped around a beautifully caramelized banana and dulce de leche, and then topped with more dulce de leche, homemade whipped cream, and these nice sugar rocks. I'm getting hungry again just thinking about it! Martina is a beautiful restaurant with an equally beautiful menu. A perfect place to celebrate that special moment! read more
The most perfect impromptu brunch experience one can ask for was here at Martina. They have a wide variety of elevated traditional brunch options and unique cocktails. I ordered an off-menu espresso martini. So glad I ordered this off-the-cuff drink. It was the perfect combo of sweet, salty, and picturesque. I had the choripan as my brunch dish. It's obvious there is a high caliber of sourcing ingredients and putting this dish together. All the flavors perfectly melded together- the crispy bread, melty low profile cheese, and robust flavorful, chrorizo topped with my choice of egg, garnished with oodles fresh parsley. This was a fantastic brunch piece. The beet-root based cocktail was earthy and fresh. Definitely a drink for the adventurous! Highly recommend brunch at Martina! read more
2 years ago
Please come here for brunch! Then swing by the Lake Harriet Rose Garden if it is early spring too late fall . Everything we had here was amazing. The crab Benedict was so flavorful and had a great texture with the sea beans. The hollandaise sauce was rich, but not sweet, the texture was like velvet. My friend had an egg that was pretty rock hard and they did replace it. The empanadas were a gooey Gorgonzola leek mixture with an amazing chimichurri sauce that added some spice. Service was extremely fast, we got our food within 10 minutes of ordering it. The salmon and burrata had a pistachio oil that was a great compliment to the Burrata. Will update for the dinner menu. read more
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Thank you so much Claire! Can't wait to see the dinner review!
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4312 South Upton Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55410
Linden Hills
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How is the outdoor seating? Better to sit inside or out?
We were there on Saturday for a Father's Day brunch. There was very limited seating outdoors on busy Upton Ave, with maybe 3 or 4 tables, and it wasn't a very pleasant ambiance either. Inside is quite nice so I recommend indoor seating.
Are there eggs in the potato churros?
No, no eggs in the churros. We do serve a spicy mayo with them and there is egg in the mayo.
Do they have a kids menu?
The atmosphere is kid friendly and I don't remember seeing anything about a kid's menu. I would not recommend bringing children.
Are any of the cocktails sugar free or have no added sugars?
Yes! I don't remember the name though...
Do they have Vegan Brunch options?
Hi, Terri, as I recall it was pretty limited for vegan options. Lots of egg and seafood type options. Hope this helps.
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