What it's actually like
Martina is overwhelmingly praised as one of the Twin Cities' premier dining destinations with consistently outstanding Argentinian-influenced cuisine and thoughtful service. Most reviewers rave about signature appetizers and creative pastas, though a small number noted inconsistent food quality and high prices relative to portions. The stylish atmosphere with low-light ambiance makes it ideal for romantic occasions, though the lively energy and crowded seating can feel cramped during busy service.
modern-polisheddim-intimate-lightingstylish-but-relaxedenergeticchic-neighborhoodsophisticated
Diners keep mentioning
potato churrosempanadasmushroom rigatoniscallopswhipped ricotta toastpork chophouse-made gluten-free pastacacio e pepeblack velvet cake
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
date night, celebration, anniversary dinner
Reservations
OpenTable / Resy
Wait reality — Reservations are essential and frequently recommended, but expect 15-20 minute waits even with reservations during peak times (Friday/Saturday nights). Arrive early to secure street parking, as it's notoriously difficult and reviewers mention parking 3+ blocks away.
Derived from 75 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
What's cooking
Appetizer
Avocado bruschetta$18
salmon roe, sweet herbs, chive
Cinnamon Fired Calamaridairy free$24
giardiniera, spicy mayo, lime
Empanadasvegetarian$16
creamed leeks, gorgonzola, chimichurri
Grilled beef tonguegluten freedairy free$19
celery, sardine mayo, caper berries
Grilled breadvegetarian$8
apple cider vinegar butter
Hamachi Crudogluten freedairy free$20
passionfruit habanero mojo, burnt onion, fried garlic, serrano, herbs
Olive Tapenadevegetarian$17
pistachio pesto, roasted cherry tomatoes, feta, cilantro, dill
One pound steamed mussels with country breadcontains shellfishdairy free$23
sea urchin, lime, white wine
Oysters on the half shellgluten freedairy free$4
fresh horseradish, mushroom mignonette
Potato churrosvegetarian$16
ketchup, spicy mayo
Shrimp Cocktailgluten freedairy freecontains shellfish$19
horseradish, lime, cilantro, oregano
Smoked Salmon and Burrata$21
bagel, salsa verde, pepitas
Whipped Ricottavegetarian$18
pickled pear, radicchio, hazelnut, basil
Salad
Brussels Sprout Saladgluten free$20
frisee, pancetta, chevre, mustard vinaigrette
Charred brussels sprout saladgluten free$20
frisee, pancetta, chèvre, mustard vinaigrette
Delicata + Endive Saladvegetariangluten free$18
gorgonzola, pomegranate, apple, hazelnut
Pasta
Cacio e pepe raviolivegetarian$28
black pepper, butter, parmesan
Carbonara$28
guanciale, pecorino, sous vide egg, chives
Mushroom rigatonivegetarian$29
roasted oyster mushrooms, porcini butter, parsley, chili flake
Orecchiette$29
Italian sausage, rapini, chili flake, fennel pollen
Potato Gnocchivegetarian$28
carrot filetto, fresh oregano, parmesan, serrano
Spaghetti fra diavolocontains shellfish$34
grilled shrimp, tomato, roasted fresno, basil, serrano
Spring pea agnolotti al plinvegetarian$28
ricotta, English peas, mint, serrano
Tagliatelle$34
braised oxtail, serrano, pecorino, chives
Entree
Almond Flour Pancakesvegetariangluten free$19
butter, berries, maple syrup
Apple french toastvegetarian$19
dulce de leche, bourbon roasted apples, maple cider mascarpone
Argentine Chorizogluten free$26
peperonata, fresno mayo, fried eggs, tomatillo
Avocado Toastvegetarian$19
whipped ricotta, truffle oil, honey
Bacon and Eggs$25
grilled bacon, churros, mustard, fried egg
Bagel BLT$19
smoked fresno mayo, crispy bacon, sunny side up egg
Crab Benedictcontains shellfish$31
sea beans, bearnaise, chive
Eggs Florentinevegetarian$18
spinach, goat cheese, pea shoots, toast
Fried Chicken Sandwich$18
jalapeño mayo, coleslaw, hot honey, cilantro, pickles
Jalapeño Burger$18
white cheddar, corn, serrano
Lobster Toastcontains shellfish$36
butter, fried egg, celery
Martina Burger$18
american cheese, lettuce, onion, pickle
Mortadella Sandwich$15
pork, fried egg, whole grain mustard, american cheese
Pork chopgluten freedairy free$42
sunchoke puree, pear mostarda, braised fennel, pork jus
Seasonal Omelettevegetariangluten free
Beurre blanc, chives, black pepper
★ Steak & Eggsgluten free$48
6oz wagyu zabuton, churros, herb salad, chimichurri, eggs
Stuffed Chicken Breastgluten freedairy free$37
carrots, foie boudin blanc, chicken jus
Steak
★ 6oz WAGYU ZABUTONgluten freedairy free$48
potato churros, herb salad, chimichurri
Side
Bacongluten freedairy free$7
Toastvegetarian$3
seasonal jam
Two Organic Eggsvegetariangluten freedairy free$6
Dessert
Black Velvet Cakevegetarian$15
chocolate mascarpone, red wine syrup
Caramel Flanvegetariangluten free$14
Argentinean style, poached pears, ginger crumble
Little Bird Gelatovegetariangluten free$7
rotating flavors
Panquequevegetarian$16
dulce de leche, bananas, crushed caramel
Panqueque Donutvegetarian$7
dulce de leche, banana cream, crushed caramel
Cocktail
AMERICANOgluten freedairy freevegan$12
eucalyptus, turmeric, galangal, quassia, gentian
BALOOgluten freedairy freevegan$16
rum blend, pina vermouth, red bitter, passion fruit, pineapple, lime, bitters
BIANCOgluten freedairy freevegan$12
chamomile, coriander, bayleaf, grains of paradise
BLOODY MARYgluten freedairy freevegan$16
snap pea vodka, tomato, dill, tabasco
CITRASgluten freedairy free$16
gin, citrus peel, honey, chamomile, absinthe, bee pollen
CITRICOSgluten freedairy free$12
citrus peels, bee pollen, lemon verbena, clove, honey
ESPRESSO MARTINIgluten freedairy freevegan$17
vodka, amari blend, chai, espresso
GAUCHO'S BOLAgluten freedairy free$18
mezcal, citricos, ginger, honey, ancho, lapsang souchong, bee pollen, lemon
G&Tgluten freedairy freevegan$16
dry gin, lemongrass, ginger, galangal & lemon verbena tonic
LAST BOROUGHgluten freedairy freevegan$17
bourbon, pina, fernet blend, bitter orange
LA TAZAgluten freedairy free$16
gin, honey, sumac, cherry bark, sherry, lemon, egg white
LAVANDA SPRITZgluten freedairy free$16
reposado tequila, rosa, honey, lavender, raspberry, hibiscus, sparkling wine
MANZANAgluten freedairy freevegan$17
calvados, americano, genepy, apricot, gentian, cherry, lemon
MARAVILLAgluten freedairy freevegan$16
dry gin, seagrass, bianco vermouth, shiso, lime, yuzu, carbonation
★ MARTINA OLD FASHIONEDgluten freedairy freevegan$17
aged rums, pineapple, damiana, amari, demerara, bitters
PINAgluten freedairy freevegan$12
toasted pineapple, birch bark, vanilla, peppercorn, black lime
POMPELMOgluten freedairy freevegan$15
tequila, grapefruit, red bitter, rosa vermouth, carbonation
ROSAgluten freedairy freevegan$12
hibiscus, raspberry, cacao nib, bitter orange
ROSSOgluten freedairy freevegan$12
angelica, burdock, vanilla, marjoram, saigon
SELENEgluten freedairy freevegan$17
dry gin, bianco, blueberry rooibos, chamomile, gentian
SWANKY PANKYgluten freedairy freevegan$15
fernet, mezcal, rosso, kola nut, vanilla, bitter orange
Wine
BONARDAgluten freedairy freevegan$56
Cara Sur / San Juan, AR 2023
CABERNET SAUVIGNONgluten freedairy freevegan$80
De Martino "Legado" / Central Valley, CH 2021
CARIGNANgluten freedairy freevegan$52
Rogue Vine "Insolente" / Valle de Itata, CH 2017
CHARDONNAYgluten freedairy freevegan$80
El Enemigo / Uco Valley, AR 2021
Gouveio, Rabigatogluten freedairy freevegan$56
Quinta do Romeu Reserva Branco / Duoro, PT 2023
GRÜNER VELTLINERgluten freedairy freevegan$52
Salomon Undhof / Kremstal Valley, AT 2022
MALBECgluten freedairy freevegan$56
Santa Julia "La Vaquita" / Mendoza, AR 2024
Montepulcianogluten freedairy freevegan$96
Podere Castorani Riserva / Abruzzo, IT 2018
PINOT NOIRgluten freedairy freevegan$76
Schafer Froelich / Nahe, DE 2022
PINOT NOIRgluten freedairy freevegan$60
Bodega Garzon Reserva Rose / Garzón, UY 2023
REBULAgluten freedairy freevegan$60
Krasno / Goriška Brda, SI NV
RED BLENDgluten freedairy freevegan$68
Pax / Mendocino County, CA 2022
REISLINGgluten freedairy freevegan$60
Smith Madrone / Napa Valley, CA 2019
VIURA,CHARDONNAY, TEMPRANILLOgluten freedairy freevegan$64
Carlos Serres Brut / Rioja, ES 2020
WHITE BLENDgluten freedairy freevegan$72
Lieu Dit "Blanc de Mer" / Santa Barbara County, CA 2024
ZINFANDELgluten freedairy freevegan$72
Bedrock / Sonoma, CA 2022
Beer
Milk & Honey Heirloom Cidergluten freedairy freevegan$7
QUILMESdairy freevegan$6
argentinian lager
RUSH RIVER UNFORGIVENdairy freevegan$8
amber ale
TOMM's LAGERdairy freevegan$8
american lager
Non alcoholic
APOLLOgluten freedairy freevegan$12
non-alcoholic berry amaro, masala chai, lime
Gruvi Juicy Dayz IPAdairy freevegan$6
LEMONGRASSgluten freedairy freevegan$12
ginger, galangal, lemon verbena, carbonation
Oddbird Blanc de Blanc Chardonnaygluten freedairy freevegan$12
TROPICALgluten freedairy freevegan$12
passion fruit, mango, lime, carbonation
Seafood
Barramundigluten freedairy free$38
celery root, fennel, apple, chili-orange vin, salsa verde
Norwegian salmongluten free$35
bonito beurre blanc, salmon roe, artichokes, herb salad
Octopusgluten freedairy free$39
smashed fingerlings, squid ink mayo, castelvetrano olives
Seared scallopsgluten freecontains shellfish$38
charred corn, hedgehog mushrooms, sea beans, cilantro, chives
Find it
Address
4312 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
612-922-9913
Restaurant group
DDP Restaurant Group