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Martinelli's Little Italy

158 South Santa Fe Avenue, Salina, KS 67401
785 826 9190
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Ranked #3 of 38 restaurants in Salina
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

I have to say that growing up very close to NYC made me jaded towards Italian food, however, the homemade past and sausage at Martinelli's are some of the best I've had a in a very long time. This place is a gem not to be missed and is nestled in a great part of Salina (pronouced Saw Line-a).

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Salina, Kansas
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

You can taste and feel the freezer burn at the disgusting tasteless sauce and "meat" slide down your throat. Do not waste your time. Do not waste your energy. Do not waste your money. Huge fail.

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No where, Midwest
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36 reviews 36 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Here you are sure there are oversized, apron wearing grandma's hovering over big pots of pasta and home made sauces in the kitchen. The wait staff is knowledgeable and warns you on portion size. ASK!!!! or you may be eating it the rest of the week. ( not that it isnt that good and you would want to!) The salads... More

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Fort Collins, Colorado
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I dropped in during a cross country driving trip and were both delighted to chance upon this wonderful family restaurant in Salina. The food was authentic, tasty Italian (every dish) and the service efficient, attentive and very friendly. We don't expect to be back to Salina at any time soon but, if we do, we'll be sure... More

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Pacific Grove, California
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

If you're going anywhere near Salina, Kansas, be sure and plan your trip for a stopover at Martinelli's for lunch or dinner. We had the chicken piccata and chicken marsala, both cooked perfectly (no rubber here) and with pasta al dente, as it should be. The sauces were tasty and not over-powering. Wine selection was equally good, as was the... More

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51 reviews 51 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Well I tried this based on the reviews. What a huge disappointment VERY VERY bland food. No spices. No flavor at all in the Alfredo sauce or the sauce in the chicken dish. The grilled chicken breast was very thin and flat, hard to cut No offense but it was one of the worst plates of food I've eatin in... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

On our way through Kansas we diverted to eat here. They had fresh bread, great service and tasty Italian food.

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Wausau, Wisconsin
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013 via mobile

We stopped and had a great lunch today. The service was very good and the food was fantastic loved the beef ravioli and my wife loved the spaghetti with meatball. We will stop again when we are in the area

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Olathe, KS
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Ate here before a concert at the Stiefel Theater as its right across the street. The food was great...our server's name was David & he did a wonderful job of recommending appetizers and entrees. Cocktails were wonderful and we had tiramisu for dessert. The owners also have the bar down the street called One Eleven and it is a great... More

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Edgerton, Kansas
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38 reviews 38 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

Great downtown place. They specialize in Italian food, but have excellent steaks as well! Homey atmosphere and very friendly, professional staff. Will accommodate any size group. Cozy booths and tables in front, with various size rooms for groups. Ours ended up with 50. The food was very good, but the wine list was limited. I would definitely go back when... More

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