There was no need for a grand opening at Saint Martha, as the local couple who took over the space relied on word of mouth to attract new customers. What was once Bebop Burrito, and later Eli’s Kitchen and Hunky Dory, has now been transformed into Saint Martha  — a charming eatery serving house-made dishes crafted with ingredients from local farms. 

The name “Saint Martha,” which refers to the Patron Saint of Cooks, was chosen intentionally. Owners Corine Kelly and Keith Vanetti explained the choice and why it reflects their vision for the restaurant, saying to them, it encompasses all aspects of hospitality.  

Kelly and Vanetti put time, physical effort and money into creating a unique atmosphere, sourcing much of the décor from local thrift shops. “Almost everything in the restaurant is salvaged from thrift shops or Facebook Marketplace,” Kelly said. 

“Building and running a restaurant, this is what we do,” Kelly added, explaining how they’ve poured effort into every detail. The couple added a bar to enhance the relaxed atmosphere, closed off the open kitchen with window panels to preserve both openness and privacy, and added walls to make the bathroom entrance more discreet. The upholstered seating was a team effort, with Kelly and a dear friend doing the work. 

But it’s not just the physical design that makes Saint Martha special—it’s the food. From handmade pasta to syrups for cocktails, everything is made in-house. This is why the menu changes weekly. Kelly and Vanetti use fresh, local ingredients from nearby farms and small businesses, making the meals unique and seasonally inspired. 

“Everything is made here,” Kelly said. 

Finding Market Street  

After traveling and working in cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Boston, Kelly and Vanetti were recommended to check out Warren in 2022. Kelly remembers walking down Market St., peering through the window of what was then called Hunky Dory and taking a mental note to check it out. When she had the chance, she googled it and to her surprise found out the business had recently become permanently closed.

Kelly and Vanetti saw potential to make the space their own. Since opening in October of 2024, the business has grown through word of mouth—no grand opening needed. The community has been welcoming and encouraging, which Kelly says has been essential to their success. 

Saint Martha is a celebration of local ingredients and community. Kelly said, “She believes food tastes better when it’s locally sourced.” This is why the owners of Saint Martha try to keep everything local—even the decor.

Word of mouth continues to fuel their success, and Kelly and Vanetti are deeply grateful for the support. As a local business, they take pride in offering good food to the community, using local ingredients and keeping everything they serve house-made.