Martinis Bistro

Really great little local place with class. Amazing outside seating when weather permits and the inside is essentially an old home converted. People are amazing and attentive. I love local places with character. We had the pork chop (spectacular flavor with some panceta on top - don't be afraid to get it medium) with an amazing rosemary polenta (super crisp outside and buttery inside)With a crab cake on the side - I'd have to say the crab cake was just a little fishy and could have been crisper - I'm not sure I would choose it as my main course so we got it as a side. Their aioli is anchovy based which was a nice little kick - Its funny, if you are not told what the flavor is you would swear it was slightly "curry" but it was a nice add to the crab.Not shown in my pics was a buffalo meatball app with tzatziki - the meatballs are ok - buffalo is naturally kind of lean/dry - but that tzatziki was amazing - clearly fresh made with thick greek yoghurt and really fresh herbs. It was a gamechanger for the dish.Pros:* Great atmosphere - very date night worthy* drink selection is amazing and creative - gives you a lot to talk about and ponder* Amazing people and a local place with classGood/Cons:* Food was good - a 5/5 on a "Longmont" scale but overall really a 3/5. I left thinking "that was good" but not "man we need to come back here as soon as we can"... Satisfied but not blown away. A step above pumphouse - probably on par with the Roost (local places). Not as good as Sugarbeet. * It seems like it is always kind of quiet and reserved - I definitely like being able to talk to my date/wife (always my wife if that was unclear) but not so quiet I'm uncomfortable with lively conversation. Outside is always better but when its cold you can't really do that.

Awesome meal. Mussels and Bake Brie were amazing as were my lamb chops and my wife's perfectly cooked scallops. Great cocktails and excellent service! Cozy bar. Cute spot. Amazing patio when the weather is warmer.

Table side martinis... sign me up! Oh wait, I already did ;DWe ordered:(Complimentary Bread)The Winnie = 4 STARSDirty Martini = 3 STARSSteak Kabobs = 4 STARSCrab Cake & Scallops = 5 STARSNew Zealand Rack of Lamb = 5 STARSSo let's break it down... We absolutely loved the presentation of the martinis. They were brought out in personal silver shakers then shaken and served on the spot. It was a fun spark to the evening! They were delightful, refreshing and well-appreciated. So why the 3 STARS on the Dirty Martini? For us, it was the olives. For the vibe of the establishment, we were expecting to be served a fancier olive pairing. That's all.We ordered the Steak Kabobs for an appetizer. They had a delicious glaze over them that accompanied the horseradish sauce beautifully. So why the 4 STARS? They were slightly more well-done than I prefer. A few of my bites would be medium, while others were medium-well. The bites that were a true medium were full of so much more flavor than the medium-well ones. It made me think if they were a medium-rare the flavors would have popped even more. Now, we LOVED our entrees. They were incredible presentations, seasoned to perfection and generous portions. My Crab Cake & Scallops were served with Asparagus, Potatoes and a lovely lemony sauce. Everything was textbook. I'd order it again and again! My husband's Rack of Lamb was served with seared gnocchi and lima beans. We'd typically never order lamb but our waiter recommended it and I'm glad we listened. It was outstanding. I really enjoyed the rub they put on the lamb. It was full of black pepper, which is my favorite. Overall, we were very impressed and highly recommend dropping in! Especially if you like dining in a cozy redone historic home and enjoy being served by a welcoming and friendly staff, then this place will make you feel right at home. :D

I usually love this place, but you guys missed the mark tonight, in a major way.I had two important guests with me. I'm not sure if I will be backYou can't rely on something that is unreliable. Good luck Ken Hutchison 720-425-2407

Okayyyyy...now that deserves a review! Been coming to Martini's off and on over the years. But Wowzers, tonight was next level. I'm a sucker for some good pork. And the pork chop tonight did not disappoint. Truly amazing. And whatever they did to their wedge, I hope they keep it up. Very unique and freakin' delicious. Our server was really good as well, very knowledgeable and persuasive in the right way. Outdoor patio ambiance is fantastic. (Indoors feels a bit stuffy, so really glad for the expanded patio.)Looking forward to coming back soon.Compliments to the chef!

First time there. Forgot to take any pictures because I was enjoying it so much. My wife and I went and had a great experience! The greeting was prompt, polite and courteous and we were seated right away. As the weather was nice, we sat out on their expansive patio. Service was professional, knowledgable and engaging. I had the Rack of Lamb and my wife enjoyed the Scallops and Crab Cake. Everything was cooked to exactly to our preferred temp and plating was fantastic. The meal was great! We just relocated back to Northern Colorado a few months ago and is the best meal we've had since we've been back. We followed up with a Creme Brulee and their Tiramisu. Both desserts were again great. I would definitely recommend this place and plan on coming back again!

This would have more stars because the food was fabulous for the most part. Service could have been better - our server visited the tables around us 7+ times and came to our table 3 times. My steak was medium rare and not medium well (yes, I like it that way) and it was chewy. Our server never came around once we got our food to check on us, so my husband shared his meal with me. They did reduce our bill after asking us if that would make us happier. We did really appreciate that but would have rather had a really good steak on our anniversary and not have to negotiate a discount . The chef did see the order was for medium well after our server pointed it out, but read it as medium rare. Mistakes happen, but it was compounded by not checking on us and then when we had to have an awkward negotiation in a discount.

We dined here on a quiet Sunday night. A party that of 8 to celebrate a graduation. The patio was lovely, as was the live music playing, which was enjoyed and not too loud. Our food was great. However, more than half of the items we hoped to order, including 3/5 dessert items were 86'd. So we had to change course (pun intended) more than once. Considering they use a QR code for their menu you'd think they either be able to update their menu to reflect availability or modernize their inventory procurement process. Also, the server and assisting wait staff delivered every second plate to the wrong diner, and even messed up who was paying the bill and a spoon was dropped on one person's shoulder at one point. As good as the food was we will not be coming back.

Martinis were pretty good and the crème brûlée was up there - they used real vanilla bean which is crucial in my book. Hubs got the steak and was underwhelmed, he didn't think it was worth the price. I had muscles and mushroom soup which were actually very yummy! I don't think this will make it back on to a date night anytime soon... so I have to give it three stars. It was too expensive for not loving the food or drinks. Maybe we'll give it another try someday but I don't think anytime soon. Side note - my mom loves this place for lunch! And the setting inside is romantic but a little tight if you're trying to have a private conversation.

Martini's is great. We've never had a disappointing meal here. The scallops and crab cake are my favorite entree on the menu, and my husband loved the steak.They also have an excellent happy hour! You can easily make a meal between cocktails and appetizers. It's a great way to spend an afternoon, especially on the patio (my favorite time of year for that is fall).The cocktails are innovative, interesting, and delicious. They're also not for the faint of heart (read: they are strong). I love that they also have interesting mocktails/alcohol free options! Very inclusive, and sometimes you just want to sip something interesting without necessarily getting a buzz.Servers are very friendly and always on top of things. Really nice service. Martini's has great staff.I know not everyone loves this, but I think it's very cool that their menu is a QR code!