Marta Fine Food and Spirits

We absolutely loved our dining experience at Marta! The atmosphere was warm and inviting--super cozy & comfortable. I had heard others mention that it could be crowded, but that wasn't our experience at all. We were seated right away. Food: We loved everything that we tried! The highlight was probably the beef tartare. So yummy! Also loved the oysters, tagliatelle tartufo with truffle, & the campanelle zafferano. Phenomenal meal & service! Can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu! Highly recommend!

A wonderful birthday celebration! My cousin and I came here for dinner with a reservation at 7:30. We weren't sat until about 7:50 but didn't mind. They gave us each a complimentary glass of champagne for the wait. We got oysters, Campanelle Zafferano, ossobucco milanese, and Pennsylvania lamb. The Milanese was the most incredible, tender piece of veal I've ever had.I loved the ambiance and the drinks! I had 2 of the fig and fable, what a savory drink! I can't wait to come back and try some new things out! Thank you Marta's for a great birthday dinner

Absolutely one of the best dining experiences in Baltimore (maybe anywhere)? We had a reservation for a Saturday night and arrived a bit early. They were able to seat us right away if we wanted to sit outside, which we did because the night was screaming for it. Ambiance was lovely outside, so I would recommend if the weather calls for it. Marta really knows how to play the flavor game. Everything is drizzled, garnished, and plated to perfection. It is all style and all substance and I freaking loved it.Here are the things you need to get (in no ranking order):1. Bread and Butter - Yes, it is $8. Yes, it is worth it. Just try it and you'll understand. The house cultured butter, basil oil, and sea salt elevate this from just a standard bread basket to something you gotta have.2. Beef Tartare - Best I've ever had. No notes.3. Beet Carpaccio - Favorite dish of the night. The gooseberries added this amazing pop of citrus. The goat cheese, the hazelnuts, the fennel. OMG. Even if you think you don't like beets, please try.4. Ziti alla Bolognese - One of the best pasta dishes I've had. We ordered it to split and they plated it in separate bowls for us, which I think is such a nice touch!!I know the tuna cannoli gets a ton of love and it IS good but I thought the other starters were just...better. We also got a slice of opera cake on the house. Wasn't crazy about it but the gesture was nice. I usually like opera cake, this one just seemed a bit on the dry side. Service was outstanding! Wine list was great. Cocktails were good. We loved it!!!!!

I was really excited to try Marta after hearing such good things. The food was very good and honestly probably would have been a 4 or even 5 star if it was just that. But unfortunately the place was so loud that we had to shout to hear each other, it got very hot inside, and for some odd reason our waitress got very short with us out of nowhere. Once I said "could we get some more water when you get a chance" and she snapped "you're gonna have to give me some time!" As if I had demanded water that instant. I'm sure she must have been stressed about something else but when you're paying those prices the service should at least be kind. The hits of the food were the whipped ricotta which was absolutely stellar, the beef tartare, and the squash pasta. The apple pie dessert was also excellent. I honestly don't know if I'd go back given the noise, heat and poor service.

Great food and service. Had my birthday dinner here and it was wonderful. Loved the options for a non-seafood person too. Ambiance is high end, but I didn't feel out of place in just jeans and a sweater.

Came here last minute with a friend at 5:30 on a Friday night without a reservation so we were just hoping to just score a bar seat. We were pleasantly surprised they had a two top available! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the ambiance was lovely. Not too loud. Service was also excellent. We decided to order two pasta dishes and a salad to share. They split the salad into two plates without us having to ask- lovely! The truffle pasta was rich and creamy but I really couldn't taste the truffle which was a bit disappointing. The ziti was also good but didn't blow me away. We ordered a side of crushed red pepper to spice it up a bit and it helped. We ordered the mini bomboloni for dessert and they were excellent! They were warm, fresh, and the fillings were to die for. Don't skip this! Overall, we had a great experience. I would definitely come back to try some of their entrees!

Marta is worth a visit! I had it bookmarked after seeing some fellow Yelpers talk about it. Believe the hype! Put this place on your list. I would describe the vibe as "casual elegant." You can come in a nice outfit but not over the top. It's not a "cheap date."Parking isn't the easiest - found a spot a few blocks up though. We had reservations for dinner. On a Tuesday night the place was packed - including the bar.Our server, Matthew was amazing. I had wanted to try "ultraviolet," a cabernet from Napa but they were out, and he provided some great alternatives. All the staff here was friendly and engaging! Thank you!!They make their own butter in house - it was so good with the bread. It's not complimentary but still order it.For my entree, I did the "Tagliatelle Tartufo" and OMG, it was good! *Chef's kiss! My dinner date did the "Pennsylvania Lamb," and he loved it! I'm not typically big on desserts but get one here. We got the "tiramisu affogato" and it was delicious. The presentation itself is great!I'm already planning my next visit - perhaps for brunch!

Had an amazing meal here a few weekends ago! Reservations were online and easy to make. The food was perfection- the best pasta dishes I've had in awhile. The drinks were also creative and a lot of fun to try. Portions were not particularly large but they were big enough to feel satisfied at the end of the meal. Dessert did not disappoint either. We felt the price was very good compared to the quality of the meal- we have paid more for far worse food. I would definitely recommend if you love pasta and you're looking for a nice dinner out!

MARTA MARTA MARTA!What a wonderful experience I had at my company dinner at Marta Fine Food and Spirits. This is a spot that was on my list for a while and I'm glad that my company hosted us to try out some drinks crudos entrees and dessert. This is an elegant restaurant not far from Patterson park it's semi intimate but has a great rustic vibe mixed with class. When I walked in I was greeted by a hostess and directed to my party I started off the night with a cocktail; Smokey the pear. It was a mezcal drink that was sweet and smoky It blended really well. The bartenders know what they are doing. Afterwards when more of my coworkers came we ordered some appetizers. We had the tuna cannoli, sheep milk risotto, arugula salad, beet carpaccio, and cacio e pepe meatballs. My favorite was the sheep milk risotto this is a must have! The sheep risotto was smooth and have a nice sweetness to It from the honey It was fresh and rich. The beet carpaccio was okay if you're under the impression that It will be the same as beef or seafood then no you're wrong. It still taste like veggies but the olive oil, FRESH!The tuna cannoli was good too but if It was more raw I think I would've liked It more After that I ordered another cocktail, the cocoa noir old fashioned. As a fan of old fashioned this was good and strong. I'm telling you these bartenders are mixologist!!!Now let's talk about the entrees. I ordered the scallops because why not. Although the waitress mentioned that the scallop were light I wanted to try It and I'm glad I did. The scallops were seared to perfection in brown butter and It was mad addicting. There was no fishy smell or taste and the scallops had a great mouth feel. My coworker across from me ordered the lamb and he said It was bussing was well. I ended my night with the tiramisu affogato which came with a table side presentation. This is a shareable dessert and rich too. If you do not like coffee this might not be the one for you. But my coffee lovers would enjoy this. I'm thankful for this experience and I'm glad I came. My waitress Greeta was nice friendly and well knowledgeable about the menu.

Last night my son and I enjoyed a fabulous meal at Marta. Not only was the food impeccable but the service was spectacular. Lane and Alisdair endeavored to make our dinner a memorable occasion. I particularly enjoyed the Goat Cheese appetizer! Thanks to the staff for my birthday treat at the end of the meal!