The Martin Bar + Bistro

Discover The Martin Bar + Bistro in Huntsville, AL, where captivating flavors meet a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy our famous fried green tomatoes, delectable appetizers, and refreshing mimosas, all while catching your favorite sports. Join us for a unique dining experience featuring flatbreads, fish tacos, and more. Visit us today!

The Martin Bar + Bistro - Restaurant in Huntsville, AL

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The Martin Bar + Bistro

Discover The Martin Bar + Bistro in Huntsville, AL, where captivating flavors meet a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy our famous fried green tomatoes, delectable appetizers, and refreshing mimosas, all while catching your favorite sports. Join us for a unique dining experience featuring flatbreads, fish tacos, and more. Visit us today!

The Martin Bar + Bistro

Discover The Martin Bar + Bistro in Huntsville, AL, where captivating flavors meet a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy our famous fried green tomatoes, delectable appetizers, and refreshing mimosas, all while catching your favorite sports. Join us for a unique dining experience featuring flatbreads, fish tacos, and more. Visit us today!

The Martin Bar + Bistro

Discover The Martin Bar + Bistro in Huntsville, AL, where captivating flavors meet a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy our famous fried green tomatoes, delectable appetizers, and refreshing mimosas, all while catching your favorite sports. Join us for a unique dining experience featuring flatbreads, fish tacos, and more. Visit us today!

Welcome to The Martin Bar + Bistro

The Martin Bar + Bistro offers a unique dining experience in downtown Huntsville. Located on the second floor of 116 Washington St., it overlooks Washington St., making it the perfect spot for people-watching or enjoying a parade. Access the bistro via an original Art Deco terrazzo staircase, leading to a space filled with character, including 18-foot ceilings and exposed beams. The atmosphere is casual yet trendy, with cozy seating and a large island bar. Guests can indulge in artisan cocktails and classic American cuisine, all while soaking in the vibrant views.

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About

Situated at 116 Washington St SE, this bistro captures the essence of Huntsville's lively downtown. The entrance lies just south of the Clinton St. parking garage, making it easily accessible for locals and tourists alike. Inside, the original projection room of the historic Martin Theater adds a nostalgic touch. The large bay doors enhance the open-air vibe, inviting fresh breezes and lively sounds from the street below.

The decor showcases exposed original beams and ample natural light, creating a warm and inviting space. Popular for lunch and dinner, The Martin Bar + Bistro attracts a diverse crowd, from groups celebrating milestones to solo diners enjoying a quiet moment.

Planning a visit? Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends when the bistro fills up fast. Parking is convenient, with free street parking options available. A wheelchair-accessible facility ensures everyone can enjoy what this local gem offers.

Location & Contact

Address

116 Washington St SE, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States

Hotline

+1 256-539-9435

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Schedule & Opning

Working Hours

  • SundayOpen
  • MondayOpen
  • TuesdayOpen
  • WednesdayOpen
  • ThursdayOpen
  • FridayOpen
  • SaturdayOpen
* Hours may vary. Please call for current working hours.
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What People Say

Most Liked

The fast service at The Martin Bar + Bistro consistently impresses diners, making it ideal for those on tight schedules. Happy hour drinks and a great beer selection add to the appeal, enticing guests to unwind after a long day.

Signature dishes like the Classic Cheeseburger and fried green tomatoes often receive rave reviews. Foodies love the shareable appetizer options, including the much-loved Pork Potato Skins. Many patrons also rave about the creative artisan cocktails, especially during brunch hours, when mimosas reign supreme. The large island bar creates a central hub, fostering a lively atmosphere perfect for socializing.

Most Disliked

Some patrons mention that the bistro can get quite crowded, especially during peak hours like Saturday nights. This can lead to longer waiting times for both seating and food, which can dampen the experience. While many love the energetic vibe, others may prefer a quieter dining experience.

Additionally, certain menu items occasionally run out during busy times, leaving guests disappointed. Suggestions for improvements include expanding menu availability during peak hours to ensure everyone finds something to enjoy.

Reviews

Jan N.

This was our first time to eat at The Martin Bar + Bistro. We'll definitely be back. The food was delicious and the service was great. My husband and I both ordered the Classic Cheeseburger, it was really good. He ordered onion rings for his side. I ordered fries, my fries had a seasoning on them they were great. His onion rings were delicious. We highly recommend them. They don't skip on the onion rings there were plenty to share, I recommend doing as we did, if you are with someone order fries and onion rings and share them. We also ordered an appetizer, the Pork Potato Skins. They were also delicious.

Doug L.

We had an early dinner here today. It's an interesting place. The food was very good. I had the cheeseburger and my wife had the fried shrimp. Everything was cooked perfectly. Alaina, our server was great. I'm sure we'll be back.

Kailey G.

Fantastic food and service. We came for lunch on Saturday and had an amazing time. Food was fresh and on time. Our server was friendly and answered all our questions. Bar area is gorgeous and the view from the second floor is the cherry on top!! It’s been on my list to visit here for a bit, so happy we finally made it! We got mimosas, chips and salsa, the BBQ pulled pork sandwich, and the chicken Caesar salad!

Russell R.

Neat place on the second floor just of the square. I have stopped in a couple times on previous visits to Huntsville. Food Service and Atmosphere makes this a destination in Huntsville.

Mark A.

Let me say that the Server was was one point. She came and greeted everyone with a smile and answered all our questions. The fish tacos were really good. The fish was lightly fried and the fresh jalapenos were a nice touch of heat. The calamari fried just right. The drinks were refreshing. The atmosphere was great with the large open Bay doors. I will be going back again.

Dwayne F.

Ok...so my wife and I visited here and ordered a few different dishes which were all absolutely delicious! I had the Grouper fillet with asparagus and grits and my wife had fried chicken with mash. They give you some really good portions here and the food is very tasty. We had a server who was nice and despite it being a bit busy she stayed on point with the tables and made sure that we never wanted for anything while there. We definitely enjoyed eating here and will definitely return. Thank you for a great experience!

Kelly G.

Great atmosphere. Food was delicious! The Fried green tomatoes were juussst right!! Not greasy at all. The Nashville Hot Chicken was just the right amount of heat to enjoy the flavor without the fire-per my husband! The shrimp tacos had excellent flavor, the sauce was a bit spicy for my wimpy self, but dabbed off easily and I loved them! The waiter (sorry didn't catch his name), also the bartender, provided some of the best, if Not the best, service we have received. He had NO PROBLEM with special request to leave jalapeños off my tacos. He also was VERY knowledgeable about the menu and was spot on with his descriptions of the food and offered to heat more or lessen per our request!! Last, but not least! The Mexican Corn was to die for! My husband said it was okay- but it had a touch of grilled onions in it and he doesn't like onions! For me, it was the best! His beers were cold ! We should have split a plate, soooo much food!