by Michelle L. on Love this place. I went on a Wednesday night and the place was craaackling with all the sweet sweaty spoken word. Everyone there (poets and audience alike) has such heart. Logistics: we got there a little before 9 and got in right when it opened. We were able to get a table pretty quickly once we went in and the show didn't start until about 9:20ish or so. There is a second floor/balcony that got pretty rowdy. Bring your clapping hands. Only serves wine and beer. Only one bathroom, but it was alright, I hardly had to wait. If you look like an out of towner and/or aren't providing a contribution to the spoken word, you may be asked to be a judge. If you think you might leave earlier than the close of show (around midnight), you might want to refuse... but why would you? Sheesh.
by Alvin Baygents on I went to Martuni`s for the first time last Friday through a recommendation by a co-worker, and what a good time it was! All of the martini`s was awesome - my favorites would have to be raspberry lemon drop and the blueberry lemon drop. Mmm! The best part is that in both of the aforementioned drinks, there was actual blueberries and raspberries inside the drinks that you can eat after your drink is done. :) The bartenders were also nice and laid-back as well, it seems like anyone was welcome in whatever conversation the bartenders may be having within themselves or with other customers. The overall welcome atmosphere of the place is one of my many reasons why I`d definitely be coming back.
