Mr Martino's Trattoria

Best BYOB small one-woman kitchen Italian restaurant on Passyunk. They have been on the block for 30+ years. Love the intimate atmosphere and delicious food. Great for date night. Go with people you like to talk to and bring a bottle or two of wine. Usually there for 2-2.5 hrs! **Open for pop ups on the weekend usually once a month (with a summer hiatus). Keep an eye on their Instagram page! Tables go quick.

Saturday, 8/24/2019, 6pm changed to 7pm @ 4:30pm--no problem! Reservations recommended Service: Friendly, knowledgable, welcoming--won't rush you out. Check or cash only. Atmosphere: cross between grandma's house and a second hand shop. Seating is slightly cramped, but, folks there are nice. Food: Excellent homemade. Simple, subtle but, delicious. Smaller portions than most restaurants, but, worth it. Happy omnivorous & vegetarian couple brought home extra entrées for the next day. Ordered: Vegetarian: arugula salad, white bean soup, & portabella mushroom appetizer. Non-veg: scallops in risotto, veal ravioli, balsamic chicken. Dessert: lemon tart & tiramisu. Everything was delicious. Coffee is very good, too.

"Don't tell me what you ate. Tell me who you ate with.' Dinner isn't just about the food. It's about the people and the atmosphere. This little place will forever hold a special place in my heart. Mr. Martino is always in the dining area making sure everyone is happy. Truthfully if you cant be happy while here, then you cant be happy anywhere. I fell in love at this restaurant and also with it. The place is magical.

We ate Sunday evening dinner here with a group of 6. It was a very comfortable and homey atmosphere, totally enjoyable! The owner and the waitress were both friendly and welcoming, and the waitress was able to answer every question and obviously knew the kitchen process and the choices extremely well. There was even a risotto for those of us going gluten-free, and the other choices looked amazing as well. Everyone enjoyed their food; the portobello mushroom and polenta appetizer was delicious! Tortelloni with sausage were reminiscent of my grandmother's kitchen! Lemon tart was perfect and the next time I'll get a whole one for myself! Whoever thought the owner was "creepy" is sadly mistaken--he is quite friendly and proud of his restaurant, as well he should be! A very delicious and satisfying evening!