Chilled and aromatic, this martini blends Betel Leaf Old Raj Gin with lemongrass-scented vermouth and a touch of Thai herb oil for a smooth, subtly spiced finish.
Our Best Martinis
From Classic Vermouth to Cachaça, we have a martini for you
Martinis are a classic that are here to stay for a reason. While the origin of the martini may be unclear, we know for sure that Lettuce’s creative cocktail masterminds love shaking things up when it comes to making them. Here are some of our favorites to add to your must-try list.
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Ancient Lore Espresso Martini at Aba – Austin
Featuring freshly-pulled Voyager espresso from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, this Reserve menu favorite offers a silky-smooth experience with every sip.
Make a reservation at the Aba location nearest you
Dirty Feta Martini at Aba – Chicago
Aba’s take on a classic dirty martini is infused with feta-washed Kastra Elion, an artisanal vodka distilled from hand-selected Greek olives, paired with house-made brine and garnished with Castelvetrano olives artfully stuffed with feta.
Make a reservation Aba – Chicago
Giardino Martini at Aba – Chicago
Inspired by peak-season produce, the Giardino Martini layers Moletto tomato gin with Baldoria umami vermouth, rosemary, and basil for a bright, savory sip with garden-party energy. Garnished with a cherry tomato, it’s summer in a martini.
Make a reservation Aba – Chicago
Beatrix Espresso Martini at Beatrix
The Espresso Martini at Beatrix features pulls of Voyager Espresso Roast by Beatrix Coffee Roasters, Beatrix’s own in-house coffee line, with tasting notes of rich dark chocolate and almond. Mixed with Licor 43, enjoy notes of vanilla and orange zest, which provide a beautiful, creamy sensation without the addition of dairy.
Make a reservation at the Beatrix location nearest you
Freezer Martini at Crying Tiger
Betel Leaf Old Raj Gin & Lemongrass Scented Vermouth Blend with Thai Herb Oil
Tequila Yuzu Espresso Martini at Ema Restaurants
An elegant fusion of Japanese citrus and roasted coffee notes, featuring Ema’s exclusive Corazón Reposado barrel selection, Oka Yuzu Vodka, Beatrix “Voyager” Espresso, and St. George NOLA coffee liqueur.
Make a reservation at the Ema location nearest you
Breakfast Martini at Gus’ Sip & Dip
London Dry Gin, Orange Liqueur, Earl Grey Tea, Marmalade, Honey Butter Toast
This fresh take on an old school British-style sip at Lettuce’s newest cocktail hotspot features locally sourced Rare Tea Cellars Earl Grey tea-infused gin, orange liqueur and housemade orange marmalade syrup, and comes garnished with a honey-buttered gluten-free toast point! (Pro-tip: It can also be made spirit-free.)
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Dirty Martini and a Half at Kitty’s Cosmopolitan Club
Menaud Vodka, Italian Extra Dry Vermouth, Olive Brine, Bay Leaf, Blue Cheese Deviled Olives
At Kitty’s Cosmopolitan Club, the Dirty Martini and a Half is an elevated classic featuring Menaud Vodka, Italian extra dry vermouth, olive brine, and bay leaf, served with a shaker on ice for effortless refills. You’ll be instantly obsessed with the rich blue cheese deviled olives that come alongside.
Make a reservation at Kitty’s Cosmopolitan Club
24 Karat Gold Martini at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
Chopin Family Reserve Vodka, Gold Leaf, Caviar-Stuffed Olives
Indulge in the most luxurious martini you’ll find on the Las Vegas Strip. Gilded in gold and garnished with decadent caviar-stuffed olives, it’s a showstopping cocktail made for the ultimate Vegas night.
Make a reservation at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
“La Gilda” Martini at Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Rives Dry Gin, White Vermouth, Orange Bitters, La Gilda Garnish
This one’s for classic martini lovers who enjoy a good garnish. Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! adds a pintxo (bar snack) to this drink in the form of La Gilda, a famous pintxo from San Sebastian, Spain. Consisting of a gordal olive, piparra pepper and Cantabrian anchovy this pintxo is salty and pickled, the perfect savory bite.
Make a reservation at Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Oribu Martini at Miru
Monkey 47, Dolin Blanc, Olive, Preserved Lemon, Umami Bitters
The Oribu Martini at Miru is a savory, modern twist on a classic. Featuring Monkey 47 and Dolin Blanc, it leans into briny olive and preserved lemon brightness, finished with umami bitters for a clean, layered depth that keeps it crisp and intriguing from first sip to last.
Black Velvet Martini at Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
Vodka or Mezcal, Espresso, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Demerara, Crème de Cacao
Mon Ami Gabi uses fresh espresso to keep its Black Velvet Martini from tasting bitter. The Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur is made with cold brew coffee which gives a powerful punch to the clean smoky flavor that comes from the demerara. Choose to mix it up with either vodka or mezcal, for a smokier variation.
Make a reservation at Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
Vesper Crudité Martini at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda
Hendrick’s Gin, Crudité infused Ketel One, Lillet Blanc
A part of Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda’s new chilled martini program, the Vesper Crudité is served with crisp crudité vegetables like radishes and peppers to complement the crisp sips of the herbaceous and floral martini.
Make a reservation at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda
RPM Dirty Martini at RPM Steak and RPM Italian – Chicago
Grey Goose, Castelvetrano Olive, House Brine, Noilly Prat Served with Caviar & Gaufrettes
RPM Steak and RPM Italian – Chicago’s take on the iconic dirty martini features Grey Goose, Castelvetrano olives, house-made brine and Dolin Dry. But the true showstopper is its pairing: a gleaming spoon of Kaluga caviar served alongside crisp gaufrettes, transforming a classic dirty martini into a moment.
Make a reservation at RPM Steak or RPM Italian – Chicago
Tini for Two at RPM Steak
Dirty, Espresso or Lemon Drop
During happy hour (Monday – Friday, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM), snag a seat at RPM Steak’s show-stopping bar and order the Tini for Two for $18, available in Dirty, Espresso or Lemon Drop fashion. Pile on even more fun by ordering the Petite Ember-Roasted Seafood Tower complete withwild blue prawns, manilla clams, oysters and Maryland Blue Crab for $35, plus select other bar snacks starting at $10. Available at the bar only. View RPM Steak’s Proper Bar Happy Hour menu
Make a reservation at RPM Steak
Classic Martini at Shaw’s Crab House
Grey Goose Vodka or Beefeater Gin, Carpano Bianco Vermouth, Olives or Lemon Peel
This classic cocktail allows you to personalize your martini to suit your tastes.
Make a reservation at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
Make a reservation at Shaw’s Crab House – Schaumburg
Try it at home! Our bartenders share Shaw’s martini recipes for you to try. Give the Shaw’s Classic Martini or Shaw’s Espresso Martini a shake at home.
Tropical Dreams Martini at Summer House
Sunny Vodka, Pamplemousse Liqueur, Habanero Honey
This martini is an irresistible journey to paradise. The blend of bittersweet pamplemousse liqueur, coupled with a fiery habanero kick, promises to transport your taste buds on a distinctive and flavorful adventure.
Make a reservation at the Summer House location nearest you
Don’t miss Martini Hour at Summer House, Mondays – Fridays from 4:00 – 6:00 PM (at the bar only)!
Colorful Cosmo at Sushi-san – River North & Lincoln Park
Colorful Sweet Potato Shochu, Vodka, Cointreau Noir, lime, cranberry
This cocktail shakes up tradition by swapping vodka for shochu, infusing the classic cosmo with Japanese ingredients.
Make a reservation at the Sushi-san location nearest you
Sauvignon Blanc Martini at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Realm Cellars ‘Riverbound’, St. George Botanivore, Italicus Bergamotto
Can’t decide between a glass of wine and a martini? Enjoy the best of both worlds. This bright, refreshing martini is crisp and clean, the perfect sip to pair with The Oakville’s California-inspired comfort food.
Make a reservation at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Tre Martini at Bar Tre Dita and Tre Dita
Piucinque Italian gin, Contratto bianco, Lorenzo inga gavi di gavi grappa, lemon
Tre Dita, Italian for “three fingers”—a nod to the precise thickness of an authentic Bistecca All Fiorentina steak—is a love letter to Italy. Bar Tre Dita’s signature Tre, is an Italian spin on a martini that features, fittingly, three parts: Italian gin, bianca vermouth and grappa, a palate-pleasing brandy.
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Enjoy this Tuscan tipple at home with the recipe for the Tre Martini.
Wild Raspberry Cosmo at Wildfire – Oak Brook, Lincolnshire, Schaumburg, Glenview, Eden Prairie, MN and Tysons, VA
New Amsterdam Red Berry Vodka, Dekuyper Triple Sec, Cranberry, Raspberry Syrup
Along with its Espresso Tini, Wildfire offers two fruit-forward twists on the classic Cosmo with its Wild Raspberry Cosmo and the Mango Tini, made with Pinnacle vodka, mango liqueur and purée, and cranberry and pineapple juices.
Make a reservation at the Wildfire location nearest you.
Bellinitini at Di Pescara
Peach Liqueur, Peach Purée, Moscato
The Bellinitini was made for peach lovers. Each sip is packed with the aroma and sweet juiciness of peaches.
Make a reservation at Di Pescara
Crisp vodka meets floral lavender, bright Bergamotto Rosolio and fresh lemon in this light, aromatic cocktail—like a summer breeze through Tuscany.
Cafe Espresso at Antico Posto
Basic Vodka, Galliano Espresso Liqueur, Demerara, Cocoa
It’s always time for a martini at Antico Posto, especially when you can choose between the Fields of Tuscany with lavender cordial, Bergamotto Rosolio and lemon or Cafe Espresso with Galliano espresso liqueur and cocoa (or try one of each)! Sip alongside a brick oven pizza or house-made pasta on the terrace all summer long.
