"Minneapolis sandwich shop Marty’s Deli operated as a roving pop-up and delivery service for two years before it set up shop in Northeast. Owner Martha Polacek kept many staples on the menu: her chicken salad sandwich, a BLT with Peterson Craftsman bacon, and a salami, prosciutto, and fennel slaw combo — all on fresh-baked focaccia. (The vegan-friendly roasted cauliflower sandwich stuck around, too.) But she’s made waves with a breakfast sandwich and blink-and-you’ll miss them specials. Grab a tub of pimento cheese and a hunk of warm focaccia to take home. — Justine Jones" - Stacy Brooks
"The line at Marty’s will probably be out the door, but don’t let that discourage you: service is efficient and the enormous sandwiches really are that good. It’s the typical options of cold cuts and delicious add-ons like whipped feta, but the real magic comes from the fresh focaccia that has just the right sprinkle of rosemary and sea salt. In the morning, opt for the garlic aioli-spiked egg and cheese breakfast sandwich, and later, go with the Seward. The curry-pickled beets, fennel pesto, and roasted cauliflower pack so much flavor together you’ll be back in line soon." - stacy brooks
"Minneapolis sandwich shop Marty’s Deli operated as a roving pop-up and delivery service for two years before it set up shop in Northeast Minneapolis. Owner Martha Polacek kept many staples on the menu: her chicken salad sandwich; a BLT with Peterson Craftsman bacon; a salami, prosciutto, and fennel slaw combo, all on fresh-baked focaccia. (The roasted cauliflower vegan sandwich stuck around, too.) But she’s made waves with a hash brown-stacked breakfast sandwich and blink-and-you’ll miss them specials. Grab a tub of pimento cheese and a hunk of warm focaccia to take home." - Eater Staff
"How to choose just one sandwich at Marty’s Deli in Northeast Minneapolis? There’s the perennial favorite Pool & Yacht, a caper-studded chicken salad sandwich; the Uncle Pete, a BLT made with Peterson Craftsman bacon and a pimento aioli; and the Raffi Luigi, a salami, prosciutto, and fennel slaw combo. But two of Marty’s greatest claims to fame are the breakfast sandwich, which pairs a neat egg patty with thick slices of Peterson bacon, a sausage patty, braised greens, or even hash browns on two slices of focaccia; and the Seward sandwich, a remarkably hearty roasted cauliflower and pickled beet sandwich that’s as popular among vegans as omnivores. Keep an eye on Instagram for specials." - Eater Staff
"Marty’s Deli’s breakfast sandwiches, served on airy, golden focaccia, pair a neat egg patty with thick slices of Peterson bacon, a sausage patty, braised greens, or even hash browns. The real clincher is the combination of garlic aioli and sharp American cheese, which meld into one gooey, creamy bite. Get there before noon to grab one, and keep an eye on Instagram for specials." - Justine Jones, Stacy Brooks