Martsa on Elm is a vibrant gem in Davis Square, showcasing comforting Tibetan and Himalayan dishes, including must-try momos and aromatic curries, perfect for cozy family feasts.
"Martsa is a foolproof low-key, cozy date spot in the area. The dimly lit dining room features lots of Tibetan and Himalayan art, and the menu of comforting dishes is perfect for sharing. The appetizers are the best things here, so load up on beef and vegetarian momos, potato-stuffed aloo tikki chaat, and the crunchy and spicy papri chaat, filled with chickpeas, potatoes, and tamarind yoghurt sauce. Their mango lassi is fantastic, and their salted buttery Tibetan tea, while rich, is worth trying at least once. " - lala thaddeus
"Martsa is a foolproof low-key, cozy date spot in the area. The dimly lit dining room features lots of Tibetan and Himalayan art, and the menu of comforting dishes is perfect for sharing. The appetizers are the best things here, so load up on beef and vegetarian momos, potato-stuffed aloo tikki chaat, and the crunchy and spicy papri chaat, filled with chickpeas, potatoes, and tamarind yoghurt sauce. Their mango lassi is fantastic, and their salted buttery Tibetan tea, while rich, is worth trying at least once." - Lala Thaddeus
"Davis Square staple Martsa on Elm, serving Tibetan food in Somerville for nearly 20 years, moved into a swankier new space a few doors down in late 2020. The full-service restaurant offers beer and wine alongside its lengthy food menu, with the momo selection including beef, chicken, or vegetable filling. They’re served steamed or pan-fried and make for a great starter before digging into Martsa’s curries, noodle dishes, and more. Try the butter tea or ginger honey lime tea for a warming accompaniment." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal
"If the Dalai Lama ever comes to town, someone should take him to Martsa - not just because his portrait is hanging on the wall high above other pieces of Tibetan art, but because it’s hard not to find inner peace when you’re biting into one of their spiced chicken momos (we prefer the steamed versions to the fried ones). This is a tiny, casual spot that doesn’t have a liquor license, but it recently became one of the few BYOB spots in Boston, and the mango lassi drinks are more than good enough to accompany the spicy pork belly chili. If you’re staying away from meat, you’ll find something you love within their big selection of tofu and vegetable curries." - dan secatore
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